GREEHEE IS A story that helps people understand how important they are no matter who they are, what they're like, how different they are from their family, their culture, their society. It helps each person realize they are important, and that we need to love ourselves.
It's a story about the power of love and cooperation.
GreeHee is an adolescent dragon wanting nothing more than love and approval from his father, Tereem the Terrible. But GreeHee is nothing like his father. He is a soft-hearted, deep-thinking dragon.
GreeHee, like most humans has no idea who he really is, or what gift there may be in being different. He has the difficult task of being the first and only dragon with a loving heart. Thus he is angry with himself.
What he doesn't understand is that his great heart is what will save Tamoor. He is part of a much bigger picture. He is part of a prophecy. Just as we each are part of a bigger picture, because soul is unified with the source of all life and each of us is soul wearing a human outfit—perfection cloaked in `Maya.'
Maps of Tamoor
Illustrations © Michele Avanti and used with permission. Click to enlarge.
GreeHee's journey is ours. It is the journey of soul. As GreeHee transforms, he discovers love is a powerful force, friendship is an amazing support, and cooperation with others helps overcome the greatest difficulties.
The journey begins when a fairy stumbles into GreeHee's world activating an ancient prophecy. GreeHee is unaware that war has begun or that he is the key to the prophecy that will unravel a secret path to defeat the evil Tana and win the war.
Tana is a representation of evil. So how does one overcome evil? That question is asked in the book. But why is anyone evil? That too is asked in the book. By the end of the book, the reader understands evil and discovers it is not conquered by anger, hate or bloodshed, but rather by love.
But why is GreeHee the key? He alone has the connection to the beast in Tana. GreeHee, being a dragon is part of the beast, thus he alone can have compassion for the beast. And here is another statement of truth, for we all carry a part of the beast. To what degree depends on who we are and our states of consciousness. By traveling with GreeHee, we discover that no matter what part of us is the beast, when we choose love, cooperation, unity; we choose to allow the sacred, blessed, wondrous part of us to grow. Then we personally win the war of loving ourselves.
Naturally GreeHee can be read at any level. It is fast paced. Every chapter is a cliffhanger. The characters are loveable, mystical, fallible, and refreshing. From the forests of Narsor to the fairy kingdom of Oberlon, through the Crystal Mountains on to Wizard's Web, you will find magical lands to transform and rejuvenate your heart. GreeHee The Journey of Five is the first book of a new genre—young adult metaphysical fiction. It is also Book One of a five book epic fantasy.
Read the first chapter HERE
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GreeHee The Journey of Five - Tales of Tamoor Book One
[Editor's note: GreeHee The Journey of Five is selling fast and has a 5/5 star rating on Amazon.com. As of May 10, 2007, there were only 3 copies left of this book, but rest assured Amazon says more are on order.]
Reviews
Review from In Light Times
”Magic
does indeed exist. From the land of giants, fairies and wizards, Michele
Avanti’s book, GreeHee, The Journey of Five, had me on the edge
of my seat. The adventure between a young dragon and the fairy he
befriends takes place in the Land of Tamoor. There they must face their
enemies, their fears, and keep alive the hope of their hearts. GreeHee
is a book of mystery, adventure and prophecy that delights the mind
while feeding the soul. I truly recommend GreeHee, The Journey of
Five.”
Michelene Bell
Publisher,
In Light Times
Comments From Readers…
“Michele Avanti writes like an artist paints—visually. With words as colors, magical characters as texture, and an enthralling plot as form, the GreeHee canvas captivates and enchants. In the first chapter you're into the painting. You've mounted up on GreeHee's rippling back, behind the beautiful, kidnapped fairy, Loni. You join their quest—one seeks to return home, the other to prove a dragon's savage prowess. Then you're off and into Michele Avanti's masterful composition—gasping at the mystery, in awe of the fantasy, intrigued with the adventure, rolling in laughter, and enlightened by the wisdom.”
Eda Hatfield, a retired art teacher from Reno, Nevada
“I have to admit I don’t read a lot of
fiction, but when I received Tales of Tamoor, I closed my bedroom door
and didn’t want to get up for anything. My mind kept racing to unravel
the mystery of the prophecy. I was bowled over by the magic and the
scenery – wow! My recommendation - buy it.”
T. A. Tarzana, CA age 42
“I loved GreeHee, I’ve been where he is
and reading this book brought my inner child to life. What a journey!
The places amazed me - Castle Farion, and the Crystal Mountains,
visually stunning. This is a book I will read again and again, I can’t
wait for the movie…Peter Jackson, are you listening?”
M. J. Reno, NV age 26
“Tales of Tamoor is filled
with fresh ideas. Here you get the wisdom of Jonathan Livingston Seagull
and the adventure and mystery of the Celestine Prophecy rolled into an
epic fantasy of colossal proportions liken to The Chronicles of Narnia
or The Lord of the Rings. A mysterious prophecy, a perilous journey and
an encounter with evil. Danger and surprise at every turn…and lots and
lots of magic! I loved it, once you pick it up, get comfortable,
you’ll read till dawn.”
O. A. Atlanta, GA age 58
I found so many things in this book, not just
another adventure, this one offers the reader a gift, to recognize the
beauty of who you are despite who you think you are or what others say
about you.”
C. A. Chicago, IL age 32
“Tales of Tamoor is a virtual banquet of
magic, mystery, adventure, laughter and wisdom. And the enchanting
places will remain in my dreams for years to come.”
H. M. Tahoe, CA age 55
“If you like fantasy, Tales of Tamoor is a
must. Not a dull moment from cover to cover. I’m a sucker for dragons
and GreeHee is the kind of dragon you can’t help but love - deep
thinking and big-hearted. Even though he wants his father to be proud of
him, he finds himself in predicaments that lead him to discover it’s
better to be who you are than what your parent or society says you
should be.”
J. L. Bronx, NY age 17
“Asked which characters are my favorite,
naturally I like GreeHee – he is a really nice dragon, but my favorite
is Dr. Paychente, always humming and always with a crystal clear view of
the world. Best Carron going. I love Tamoor! Bring on Book Two.”
T. L. Denver, CO age 12
