The Retreat

By: Chariss K. Walker

Narrated by: Ann Sprinkle

An inspirational story of recovery after loss.

Looking for answers and desperate for change, Amanda goes on an awe-inspiring spirit quest in the Jemez Mountains. While in that remote location, she meets a wolf, a bear, a hawk, and a swarm of bees. These surprising personal totems lead Amanda to eye-opening and much-needed answers. Magically imbued with a desire to live again, Amanda understands where her path detoured. This heartwarming, magical realism adventure could be any one of us facing personal tragedy - whether the crisis is death, divorce, or loss.

Follow Amanda’s inspiring steps to recovery as they lead to healing. Enjoy the magic!

©2014 Chariss K. Walker (P)2025 Chariss K. Walker

very good

Loved it !! this story. the narrator is so fantastic it's like your really there!! good overall

Nice story

I enjoyed this story and the narrator does a great job. I really liked the calm voice by the narrator and how everything turned out in the story once she goes on her trip.

A Spirit Walk

I found this book interesting; however, the scenes where the protagonist, Amanda, met the wolf, the bear, the hawk, and the bees, were just too unrealistic for my practical self. When I viewed these scenes as more of a dream sequence, then I enjoyed the story more. Ann Sprinkle's narration was fine, although a little expressionless at times. I was given a free copy of the audiobook and I have voluntarily left this review.