
Teagan’s Treasure
Christian New Adult Fiction Novel
Emerald Isle University Series
Book #1
Teagan O’Reilly has one goal upon graduation – to be accepted into Emerald Isle University’s Science Research Internship and spend the summer in Ireland competing for a spot in the university’s coveted research program. When her acceptance letter finally arrives, Teagan is more determined than ever to win a spot into the program. She's prepared for everything until she learns her partner is none other than Finn Connolly, her first love and the boy who broke her heart.
Past feelings reignite as Teagan and Finn travel to Brigid's Crossing in the small town of Cloverdale, Ireland, to begin their internship. Their research project quickly comes to life on the Kavanagh's horse farm, bringing new life to the farm and Teagan's dreams.
Teagan soon discovers that the farm is in financial trouble, jeopardizing her meticulously planned research, and it needs a miracle to be saved. The rolling hills of the Irish countryside are hiding a secret and the answer may lie in the legendary tale of the missing Kildare Emerald. When a plot to steal the emerald from the Kavanagh’s land is uncovered, the safety of farm and their chance at the research position lies in the balance.
As time begins to run out, Teagan is torn between winning the research position and helping the Kavanagh’s save the farm. Teagan is forced to decide where her heart lies, but will her choice make her lose everything she's always dreamed of or will she gain more than she ever imagined?
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“Teagan's Treasure will take you on a family-friendly adventure along the Irish countryside. The characters are relatable, strong and driven and the storyline is completely captivating. Colleen Marie writes beautifully and vividly with positive and wholesome messaging about faith, hope and following your dreams. This engaging and heartfelt novel is a must read for young adult readers!”
Tiffany Noone
Author, Homesteader at Fern Woods Farm
“Colleen Marie weaves a captivating and compassionate tale of young love and Irish adventure in Teagan's Treasure. 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 2
“Teagan’s Treasure is an engaging story about finding your path in life. I truly enjoyed the wholesome yet intriguing story that included just the right balance of mystery, danger, risk taking, treasure hunting, and young love. “
Mary Jo Puglisi
Reader, M.Ed. School Counseling