Jerri Hines – författare

From USA Today bestselling author Jackie Weger and Jerri Hines comes an unforgettable Southern mystery set in the final years of World War II, where secrets run deep and nothing is as it seems. In a town ruled by whispers, one girl hears the truth no one else dares face. In the shadow of the Appalachian Mountains during the final years of WWII, Cady Blue lives on the edges of Oak Flatt—poor, misunderstood, and burdened with the "e;bells"e; in her head that set her apart. Taken in by her refined grandmother yet never fully accepted, Cady walks a fragile line between two worlds—one of dignity, the other of quiet judgment. But when a child goes missing and suspicion spreads like wildfire through the tight-knit community, long-buried secrets begin to surface. As rumors twist into accusations, Cady finds herself at the center of a storm fueled by jealousy, lies, and a darkness no one wants to name. If the truth comes out, it could destroy everything—families, reputations, and the fragile sense of belonging Cady has fought to claim. But staying silent may cost even more. For readers who love atmospheric Southern fiction rich with heart, mystery, and moral complexity, The Waking Bell will stay with you long after the final page. What readers are saying... ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "e;Reminds me of William Faulkner and Harper Lee."e; — Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "e;Jackie Weger writes fluently, understandably, makes it flow with pitch and power."e; — Read Along with Sue ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "e;Ms. Hines's books have such a rich, vibrant epic feel to them."e; — Goodreads ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "e;Brilliant! You can't read this book and not be affected. The main characters are real, their struggles evident."e; — Goodreads

Upon the Secundus, seven hundred years of war finally came to an end with the Reckoning when the demon, Asmeodai, was imprisoned by the Ordained, those chosen among the three realms to protect its people. That was until the next Secundus when Cyaika released him. Freed, he intends to devour all in his path to open the gate between the world of the living and the demons of Hades. He will not rest until he has his revenge on the three realms. In his wake, Asmeodai left Nennius a desert and the Darkening fell upon Witheleghe, leaving only Scarladin untouched by his wrath.Kela Calledwelle has been born with a destiny, a Euchoun whose one purpose in life is to protect. She must summon the courage to face the path fate has dictated to her. She knows her parents made the ultimate sacrifice to give her and her siblings a chance to live. Yet, in so doing, they have left their children unprepared to face the danger that awaits—Asmeodai.The legend, they say, is whispered within the winds along the magnificent Preda Mountains. Words and deeds never to be forgotten of the Ordained, those chosen to protect their people.Children sing to the glory of the Sordarins. Young lads praise their heroes of the past with dreams of following in their footsteps. Old men bask in the deeds of another time, a time when the Sordarins crushed the impending threat and once more Scarladin was safe.The mighty Sordarins, rulers of the sky! The people look high up in the clouds and see their warriors soaring under the sun and know they are safe and secure in their world never to have to worry about the threat of the skinchangers or the dreaded Asmeodai! The ones whose quest seeks only to destroy all the Sordarins have ever known.Over the years, the Sordarins have slept well secure in their knowledge Harieh watches over them, knowing that the legends hold a mighty warrior will emerge if threatened again, a warrior born with a destiny to defend their world.Now, though, subtle changes have emerged. Little by little, fears begin to resurface that their world, their very existence is once again threatened. They look to the skies anxiously awaiting their warrior; questioning perchance if Harieh has forgotten them.I know this how? For I am the one born to defend their world. I, Kela Calledwelle, was born a Euchoun—I am their warrior.