Alimar's Quest — Mark McKinney; Josie McKinney

Plagued by a recurring dream, Alimar, at only fourteen, is forced into a quest to fulfill his destiny. He meets new companions that aid him throughout his journey, which is filled with mystery and adventure. Despite constant danger, many humorous events take place along the way. His companions come to believe in his future and trouble is brewing everywhere they turn. Before long, they become aware that there are those that will do anything to stop them. Join Alimar as he realizes he is Asteria's Last Hope.
Alana and Kilian Kenney are only a few years older than Alimar. They are leaving the safety of their country home to move to the city and find their future. They have no idea how their plans will change when they meet Alimar.
Dorn Deepaxe is a retired fighter whose only daily adventure now is chopping down trees and drinking ale. He dreams of having a reason to leave his dull existence. Overhearing a conversation about a boy in danger gives him a reason to hope for some excitement and purpose, but he soon realizes that Alimar is no regular boy.
Griff Borrowmore is a city businessman with a habit of borrowing things. He ends up in trouble over his questionable business practices and finds himself locked in the local jail. He overhears a story of a great treasure he wants for himself. He escapes and finds the treasure, but soon discovers it can't be borrowed. In fact, it belongs to Alimar.
That is when they all learn the truth about Alimar. As a group they continue on to help him on his quest. What none of them realize is that Alimar's destiny is not the only thing they are working towards. They will all be rocked by what the future holds for all of them.

Mark and Josie McKinney live with their four amazing kids in Anchorage, Alaska. They love living in the last frontier where they can let their imagination soar even higher than Mt. McKinley. Much like the kingdom of Asteria, Alaska can be wild and untamed. When Mark and Josie imagine the rich forests, mountain passes, rugged towns or the dangerous ocean surrounding Asteria, they pull from personal knowledge that can only come from the vast state they live in. Their children also inspire them to write. All four are creative and artistic in ways that challenge and inspire Mark and Josie to keep writing. Mark and Josie are currently finishing Alimar's Quest Book Three.
Note from the authors:
We hope you enjoy Alimar's Quest. Our characters have come alive for us. Every page we write is a joy. Look for Book 2, A Kingdom Divided, as it will be coming out soon. We strongly believe that if you enjoy Alimar's Quest Book 1, Asteria's Last Hope, you have a lot to look forward to in the next two books of the series.
Thanks for reading,
Mark and Josie McKinney