The Emerald Isle University Series.

Inspiration for the Emerald Isle Series

from my time in Ireland over 20 years ago

As the years went by, I found myself immersed in the field of life science and education, while writing in those quiet moments. Then one day, I finally picked up the pencil and began outlining this trilogy. The series combines Irish culture and the beauty of the land, animals, friendship, family, mystery, and second chance love.

I always hoped for a sister, so the idea of writing a series based on the connection between three sisters was a natural inclination. Each sister has her own unique story, but the bond of love and friendship between the three is unbreakable.

I hope you will join Teagan, Kayleigh, and Ashling on their adventures in the Emerald Isle Series 🇮🇪

And remember, there’s a treasure waiting for each of us—we just need to take a leap of faith!

The idea for The Emerald Isle University Series began after experiencing Ireland for the first time. It is a land of dreams and treasures, and the Emerald Isle made a lasting impression on my heart. I took this photo of an Irish thoroughbred in 1998, and it later became the inspiration for Teagan’s Treasure. Gazing at the natural beauty before me was a moment I will never forget.

“Colleen Marie weaves a captivating and compassionate tale of young love and Irish adventure in Teagan's Treasure, the first installment in the Emerald Isle's series. A true servant's heart is displayed in Teagan, the curious and kind protagonist, as she pursues her dreams of helping others find healing and confidence through equine therapy with the help of a lovable cast of characters. Teagan's Treasure has the perfect dose of intrigue and mystery to balance out the homey and humorous undertones of the story. I eagerly await the next installment.”

--Allison Ramirez, author of The Divided Kingdom series