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A Match made in Montana by Elsa Winckler

A Match Made in Montana (The Millers of Marietta, #2)A Match Made in Montana by Elsa Winckler
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Match Made in Montana was a sweet romance and easy to read. It is a part two of a trilogy, but can somewhat stand on it’s own. It does move super fast- like within first chapter the romance is made known. Maybe there was more backstory and chemistry that I missed from the first. I like the character development with Craig, I wish there had been more in the storyline with the ex-fiance… he kind of just showed up and made a tiny amount of drama but that was it. Wish we could have dived a little deeper there. But still overall a good book and a fun read. Def recommend if you’re looking for a good and steamy romance.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Alison Risher

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With three short stories weaved into a trilogy, the author packs quite a punch. Ancient Celtic tales bring to mind similarly named characters of Native American lore. If you seek a journey into a mystical land of long, long ago, you can’t go wrong with this three-in-one. The imagery is amazing. I felt myself transported to an ancient land and an ancient time.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Megan Conley

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An unusual trilogy of a mystical dystopian, near-future storyline where the characters shapeshift in and out of reality. This is a very interesting read that discusses the topic of climate change with a touch of magical realism. I like that all three novellas are in one package because once you finish one, you will want to start the next. Koerber has such a way with words that she holds your interested til the end. There is such a flow to this story and you really connect with the characters.

Reviewed by @meggs1717

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Ashley McMillon

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A mountain in the air is a refreshing trilogy. This intertwined set of stories are heavily built in fantasy and cause your mind to think and reflect on many abstract concepts of life and death. While reading I found myself doing just that and this enhanced the reading experience. The shape shifting main character in the book has a myriad of adventures in this future world. The way that the author portrays animals and the idea of survival in this dystopian world is very thought provoking. If this is your genre you will enjoy this read.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Brandy Vaughn

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book has three novellas called Coyote’s Road Trip, Raven Woman’s Tavern, and A Mountain in the Air. I loved the exquisite descriptions of setting on this novel! Seeing through the animals eyes was interesting and I could vividly see the scenes as the played out. Even though the novellas can stand on their own, they blended beautifully together. This book is highly recommend!

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Ayla Phipps

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I had never heard of Laura Koerber before coming across this book and I was intrigued by the unique synopsis and the chance to read three of her works in one. The three novellas in order are Coyote’s Road Trip, Raven Woman’s Tavern and A Mountain in the Air.
When first meeting Coyote Jim he is seeing the first migraters cross through his territory, the Valley of Dry Bones in Nevada. These people did not leave a good impression on him as they seemed to not care about the land, learning or their own kind. All they cared about was their destination, not the journey. The timeline can be confusing in the beginning as it bounces back and forth between memories of Jim conversing with the ghosts of the only two humans, he ever built a friendship with their death and meeting them. After a radiation leak that forced the humans to move away Joseph and Janey were the last humans in his territory, so he took interests in them. When they passed Coyote no longer had anything keeping him in the Valley of Dry Bones, but it had been his home for as long as he could remember but the climate changes gave him no choice but to go in search of a new home. With his journey taking him to Washington state he finds something he wasn’t looking for but hopes it will be enough.
When I first got this book, I was curious how the three novellas worked together as each had a different main character. I then realized that they all led into each other to a degree, Coyote ends his road trip in the timber town where Raven owns a tavern, and Pete lives in the wilderness of Mt. Rainier nearby. At times I felt the story dragged on, but the imagery of the landscapes and the development of each story kept me glued to the pages needing more.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Shannen Kern

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was excited to pick this up because it’s a trilogy and I love to binge read! I hadn’t read anything by this author before, but I definitely enjoy the style of writing. I really like how she grabs your attention and doesn’t let go throughout all three stories! It’s amazing how she can make a book go by so fast, I was definitely craving more by the end. Laura Koerber writes magical realism like no other. You will feel like you’re inside each story with her in-depth characters instead of just being an observer from the outside. I highly recommend this trilogy especially if you enjoy the supernatural and dystopian genres!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Shannen Kern

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I was excited to pick this up because it’s a trilogy and I love to binge read! I hadn’t read anything by this author before, but I definitely enjoy the style of writing. I really like how she grabs your attention and doesn’t let go throughout all three stories! It’s amazing how she can make a book go by so fast, I was definitely craving more by the end. Laura Koerber writes magical realism like no other. You will feel like you’re inside each story with her in-depth characters instead of just being an observer from the outside. I highly recommend this trilogy especially if you enjoy the supernatural and dystopian genres!

Reviewed by @shannlynn

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Tori Mitton

  1. <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79191649-a-mountain-in-the-air” style=”float: left; padding-right: 20px”><img border=”0″ alt=”A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy” src=”https://i.gr-assets.com/images/S/compressed.photo.goodreads.com/books/1673983030l/79191649._SX98_.jpg” /></a><a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/79191649-a-mountain-in-the-air”>A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy</a> by <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/16725711.Laura_Koerber”>Laura Koerber</a><br/>
    My rating: <a href=”https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/5393253186″>5 of 5 stars</a><br /><br />
    This is my first read of this series. It’s about dystopia, and what the future is, shape shifting. Mischief, mystery. It makes you really think of what the world could turn into, far into the future.<br />
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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Santana Hicks

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book consists of 3 novellas all closely connected. The first one called ‘Coyote’s Road Trip’ is about a man named Jim who is also a coyote shapeshifter. Bored with his life, he sets out on a long drive to find his new forever home. Along the way, he meets a young girl named TJ who is hitchhiking. He takes it upon himself to see her safely dropped off with her brother in Rainier. Once getting to Rainier he meets Rachel in an old ghost town with very few tenants. Rachel is also a shapeshifter so instantly the pair get along.

The second novella, ‘Raven Woman’s Tavern’, takes place shortly after the first book. Rachel and her boyfriend Jimmy take it upon themselves to care for the townspeople, supplying medicine, toiletries etc. Some things are bought while others are acquired illegally. So when a troop of militia appears to drink in the tavern, the townspeople are nervous and want them gone ASAP. Once they come back a second time after a wallet disappears from one of the men, Rachel realizes she needs to do more to get rid of them.

The book then focuses on Baylor, the only one in the Militia group who appeared nice. The group becomes abandoned and after not following the leaders orders, he is quickly thrown out of the group. Lost in the woods he finds a raven who seems to be leading him somewhere.

Last but not least the last novella, ‘A Mountain in the Air’. This takes place a couple years after the second book. Settling in nicely, the townspeople are making changes for the better. While acquiring some necessary things to do so, Jim comes across TJ from years prior. He can tell she is not doing too well and invites her to live in the town. Meanwhile, Val seems to be dying and keeps dreaming about a man who disappeared in the 90’s. He went to Mt Rainier never to return. The dreams are so vivid that they have to be real don’t they?

This trilogy was quite interesting. It was written as a day in the life genre with a supernatural element. There are shapeshifters and ghosts mingled in with regular humans coexisting within the same town. Each character had their own personality and reason to be there. The author did a really good job portraying each person.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Jamie Truex

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

How can you pass up three books in one? I love how these books give you a different outlook on life. It’s really everything you need. Shapeshifters, dystopia, a great message, wonderful characters, and a fast pace read. I do recommend this book.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Roxsanne Lesieur.

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Coyote’s Road Trip.

Coyote is a nature spirit, a shapeshifter who lives in a valley in the Nevada Desert, he watches life in his territory with a distant interest, he has seen many people pass through his home, but he has never seen as much change in the desert as he has these last few years, so when the last two people he was friends with pass away, coupled with the heat and the drought, he decides to leave the one place he has ever called home.

He sets off North on the only road out of the desert and even though he doesn’t have a destination in mind, something points him in the right direction, just as he is about to leave the desert, he stops for one last look and then turns towards the future.

As he travels, Coyote meets people and experiences different places along the way as he tries to find somewhere new in the Pacific Northwest, but will he find what he is looking for and a new purpose for his existence? In this dystopian sci-fi meets fantasy tale, where the future has been affected by the climate change scientists are just now predicting, this is a journey of self discovery and talks about hard subjects in a manner that all who enjoy this genre of book, it is charming and pulls you through the story to find out how it ends.

Raven Woman’s Tavern.

Raven is a Raven shifter, as her name suggests and she is in charge of the small logging town which has seen better day, but those living within its boundaries have all found themselves there for a reason and kindled a kinship with the others living there. This place, however, is like no other and you will only find your way in or out if Rachel allows it and the road can be as long, short, twisted or straight as she desires, that is until one day when the local Militia find their way in.

All who live there have found there way in unusual circumstances and are not the youngest of pioneers, they have all lived a good life, but like the town have become all but forgotten, they are disconnected from the outside world, but they are happy and make do with what they can, whether that is legally, or by stretching the law, just a little. Baylor is one of these people, although, he isn’t as young as the rest, he has also heard the cry of a raven and followed it, little does he know that this will save his life and that his skills will help this small town survive the turmoil to come.

Can Baylor and the other residents of this small out of the way town keep their way of life, or will the Militia come in and take away everything they are working hard to build? This is a fantastical dystopian take on some pertinent themes including climate change and the flaws and triumphs which combine in all of humanity, while injecting magic and humour throughout in this enchanting novella.

Mountain In The Air.

Pete is a rock star in the prime of his life, he has amassed a loyal, local following with his grungy tunes and it looks like his life is about to take a turn for the better, but one day he takes a walk up Mt. Rainier to clear his head and never comes down, this was in the 1990’s and eventually people stopped searching for him and just forgot, but 40 years later and he is lonely, so he reaches out to anyone he can reach, through their dreams, this is where he calls out to one person in particular without even realising it.

Meanwhile, life in a small logging town carries on and the people living there know that something is coming, they just don’t know when or where, so when a newcomer arrives, it is all hands on deck to help them feel welcome, but will they be able to forget their past life and adapt to this new one, one with little in one way, but a lot in another and with only each other to depend on, their unique talents all work together to help run this last piece of magical land.

What connections can Pete build within his dream walking and will they be the ones he wants, or the ones he needs? This is a magical story of how humanity needs the connections it builds with each other to survive any trials it may come across in this dystopian vision of a future which could come to pass, where reality and magic collide to create an unmissable story.

This is a trilogy which is full of examples of adversity and how it can bring people together, when both newcomers and old troubles come calling into this small town, will the magic surrounding it protect it from the ravages of climate change and humanity in general, or will this breach of their perimeter spell doom for them all? This is a dystopian world which could very much become a reality, if the messages held within are not heeded, as adversity fights for its place in this fantastical world in a way which hooks you from the start and keeps you there until the end.

Reviewed by @roxsannel

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Rayne East

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Engaging magical trilogy
This is the complete trilogy.
The first is a short novella “Coyote’s Road Trip” is a unique story with shapeshifters, drama and mystery based in a dystopian world. It takes the reader on a journey told by Coyote. The author has done a fantastic job of bringing the reader into Coyote’s mind and interweaving the world as interpreted by him. There are a lot of layers to the story that will appeal to many readers from climate change to grief and finding happiness in the smallest of things.
“Raven Woman’s Tavern” is a short dark tale which features many characters all trying to survive. I liked the character Raven, she is always observing everyone and everything and has a sense of justice.
“A Mountain in the Air” is the third instalment and brings everything together. I felt a lot of emotions reading this one as it draws closer parallels to our world and the struggles with climate change, habitat destruction, survival and animal migration.
A worthy read.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Candida Hopper

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is three stories in one and they weave together wonderfully. This isn’t a genre I would nearly read but the originality and captivating stories kept me turning the pages. There are quite the array of characters in these stories that make this more interesting and bring you further into the depths of the storylines. The author writes in such a way that I felt I was taken on a majestic journey. The details make it so you feel as though you’re right there in the story. I enjoyed reading these short stories.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Dawn Daughenbaugh

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars
A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber

A Mountain in the Air is a wonderfully written collection of three short story that will take you on quite the whimsical adventure. Each story is a unique short story that is fast paced . The author does a wonderful job of bringing the characters to life and keeping your attention from the beginning till the end. I had a hard time putting it down. I’ve read a few books by this author and this one will definitely go on the reread list. Get ready for quite the magical journey with this Trilogy. I highly recommend reading this to find out what happens next. I look forward to reading more from this Author .

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Crystal Jimmo

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This set of 3 novellas was a wonder to read. It follows 3 characters in each book and each with their own story to tell. It bases on post-climate change. Everything we know of has been changed, and not all of it is good. You have Coyote Jim, Rachel the Raven and Pete. Each has their own trials and hardships and all were interconnected. The writing was fantastic and really drew you in from the get-go and really made you think how climate change has really affected everything around us. Each story was compelling in their own way and had their own unique quirks about them.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Heather Goodman

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great look at a different outlook. It captivated you with different perspectives and makes you feel closer to the earth. These books intertwine so well. It will truly keep you going until the very end.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Nakyshia Leger

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A beautiful collection of three stories that take readers on a whimsical journey. Coyote Jim and Raven are shapeshifters whose characters are laced with so much depth. Their stories take you on a spiritual journey as they come to life on the pages. Though this collection has three separate stories, they flow together wonderfully, creating a great read. Even if this isn’t your usual preference for stories, I promise you will connect with the book and find something to take away from the thought-provoking pages.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Toni Sellers

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Mountain in the Air, A Trilogy. Three books in one, how can you go wrong? Coyote’s road Trip and Raven Women’s Tavern and the newest A Mountain Air. A fantastic collection of dystopian Magic. Great characters, so well written that you feel as your part of this magical journey. Laura Koerber has a beautiful way with words.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Angela Hayes

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

 

3 Stars

 

A Mountain In the Air trilogy by Laura Koerber is a fairly quick and easy read. It contains 3 short stories which have interconnected elements. They cover quite a lot- with dystopian details, magical realism, paranormal elements, dramatic developments, messages on climate change, life & death, emotion, and more.
The trilogy contains:
-Coyote’s Road Trip
-Raven Woman’s Tavern
-A Mountain In the Air
This trio offers original and interesting stories with many thought provoking elements. And, as Ms. Koerber always manages to do, she weaves her story in a way that takes the reader on a journey, while also giving them pause for thought. There’s always more to her characters, and storyline, than first meets the eye- as you will discover in this trilogy.
Happy Reading!

Thank you, Laura Koerber!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Jennifer Reimer

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber

This book was well written and captivating that I felt like i was reading a book like someone life today. This book was so amazing that it was like I was actually there watching everything unfold in front of me and seeing everything so detailed. This book is extremely fast paced but easy to follow, and I couldn’t put it down. The stories inside were so amazing and interesting characters from shaft shifters, ghosts, talking trees, animals was all the bit captivating in their own little way. this book really brought the other books together and highly recommend reading them.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Tausha Treadway

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber. This is a trilogy in one book and its very important you read them in order to totally understand. I really loved it. Its a dystopian, supernatural trilogy with shape shifters. Its the story of Coyote Jim who is a shape shifter and he spends most of his time in human form. His home has always been the desert but when climate changes destroys the desert he sets off to find a new home. On the way he meets all kinds of characters. He finds all kinds of stuff out about himself and others. Love, life and self discovery. In Raven Woman’s Tavern we meet Rachel the Raven woman who is a shape shifter and lives among survivalists. In the 3rd story we meet Jim the musician who chose to disappear in the mountains not wanting fame. This trilogy is written so well that you feel as if you are actually in the desert or mountains. Its full of mystery, magic and shape shifting. It will keep you reading late in the night.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Jennifer Gordon

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

An original trilogy with an intriguing storyline, the book consists of three connected novellas, set in a near future, dystopian world. In this dystopian fantasy the world has been ravaged by climate change, and this world has been brought vividly to life through the descriptive narrative. The story is full of unique characters, such as coyote shapeshifter and guardian spirit Jim. Jim is forced to leave his home due to the heat and drought, who travels through the Pacific Northwest searching for a new home.

Meanwhile, Rachel the Raven lives and runs a tavern in a dying timber town. She helps to protect the small community around her, a group of elderly survivalists. Then there is grunge musician Pete, who used to have a local following before disappearing into the wilderness of Mt. Rainier forty years ago. Feeling lonely he starts to reach out to people, in their dreams. This is an enjoyable and engaging read with interesting characters all of whom have a story to tell. The trilogy kept me hooked from start to finish, and I would definitely recommend it.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Cindy Rushin

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I enjoyed this novel, as it completes the story of Coyote Jim by combining three novellas into one book. These stories have a very spiritual message. I really enjoyed the book and the message from the author. The author has developed a very interesting landscape and characters. The message is important and I think many people will enjoy the story.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Kerry Baker

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great collection that ties together three novellas. They are really well written and detailed, the authors interest and passion clearly coming through on each page. Although they are all short stories, they are fast paced and have the right amount of suspense for this type of story.
The author has created some truly interesting characters. They show shape shifters from a different perspective and really get you, as the reader thinking. They are likeable and relatable. These books felt different to others I have read by this author and I found them thoroughly enjoyable.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Kerry Carr

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a collection of three books. Coyote’s Road Trip, Raven Woman’s Tavern and A Mountain In The Air. Each book is beautifully unique and the authors writing is so beautiful and descriptive that you feel drawn away into the world where magic and real life exist.
I do recommend reading the books in order you can fully understand the characters as they do repeat and appear in each story.
The author deals with subject such as climate change and how our future could look. In the last book you see the completion of the previous 2 books with all your questions being answered. For me the last book was a very emotional read as it dealt with death but it was still beautifully written.
If you would like to read a tale which could be a glimpse of our future written in a way that will transport you with beautiful words then these books are definately a good read.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Tonya Merritt

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A Mountain In the Air is a unique triad of novellas.Following Jim the coyote in his travels and friendships, to learning about Rachel the crow and others lives. These stories show a different perspective to life and the things that these shapeshifters encounter and even ways to overcome them. If you are looking for a different type of novella these are the ones for you.

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Jenni Bishop

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

3.5 stars
A Mountain in the Air trilogy is three books in one. The first two novellas were previously published as Coyote’s Road Trip and Raven Woman’s Tavern. The third is brand new.
Coyote’s Road Trip is a blend of magical realism and set in a dystopian future. It is a short and unique tale as with Laura’s other books along this line. This story touches on the topic of climate change and its effects on the world. The mysterious Coyote Jim is a shapeshifter nature spirit as old as time. He gets up to mischief both good and bad but he is not intentionally malicious or out to hurt others. He has decided it’s time seeking to find and establish a new home. What ensues is truly an interesting road trip.
Raven Woman’s Tavern is set in a future that could well become a reality. This dark tale is a quick read, and I felt the story was a little disjointed and unfinished in some instances. Overall, the premise is interesting and there are a lot of players and different aspects being played out. Raven is not what she seems. She is always around and watches everything. She is all knowing, and all seeing and hands out life and death as she sees fit. But that is only part of the story the rest is about people trying to survive in small town on the fringes and a world that has been ravished and where the militia are the law.
A Mountain in the Air is also a magical realism tale and brings the stories together and to completion where any unresolved questions are answered. This novella as like the other two are set in a near future ravaged by climate change and combines characters connected from both Coyote’s Road Trip and Raven Woman’s Tavern. It is a bit of an emotional tale, a story of being at a liminal space, a transitional space, a “crossroads”, a story of life and death.

 

Reviewed by @jennadb

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Three novellas in one, all set in a mystical, dystopian future world that has been ravaged by climate change.

Coyote Jim is a shapeshifter who spends most of his time in the human form. He has lived in the desert all of his life but when climate change destroys all he knows he sets off in his truck in search of a new home. Along the way he meets numerous people and discovers they are also searching for better lives. In Coyote Jim’s journey of self discovery, he also finds love and hope.

Raven Woman’s Tavern is set in the near future in an abandoned mining town that is occupied by a small group of survivalists eking out a meagre existence. The story is centered on Rachel the Raven Woman, a shapeshifter, and her tavern. Many, but not all, of the community’s citizens are law abiding folks.

The third novella is focused on a musician named Pete who had a following back in the 1990’s but chose to disappear into the mountains. After forty years of living in solace he finds himself lonely and decides to approach people through their dreams.

Raven Woman’s Tavern was the first book that I read by this author, and I loved it. When I saw the trilogy available with three novellas included, I knew that I needed to read it. The novellas all gave a glimpse into how lives would be if we were suddenly stripped of all the modern conveniences, we have grown accustomed to having and often take for granted. This is something that I have though of often and found myself wanting a simpler life. Learning to fend for myself and be more self sustainable started with growing and canning my own food. These are skills that seem to have become lost through the years and I am hoping to pass these skills onto the next generation. Every year I build up on my skills and knowledge of plants and of being self-sustainable.

All three novellas include shapeshifting, magical realism, drama, and all contain the underlying important message about the havoc wreaked on the world by climate change. The author did a marvelous job of describing the characters, their lives, and the worlds they were struggling to survive in. The author’s description of a dystopian world ravaged by climate change really makes the reader more aware of the damage and pollution we are all part of creating. Unless we learn to stop destroying the earth we are destined to live in a world like the characters in the novellas. The world where fields of wildflowers grow on the mountain as far as the eye can see is the world I want to leave for future generations. Kudos to the author for bringing such an important topic to light. A great read!

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A Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber – Review by Bobbi Wagner

A Mountain in the Air: A TrilogyA Mountain in the Air: A Trilogy by Laura Koerber
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great collection of three short stories by this author. I have enjoyed reading this author from the first book I picked up. They are each unique from each other and well written. The author’s use of details made each story as well as characters come to life. There is a bit of suspense added which makes them entertaining to read. They are fast paced and easy to read. The characters are relatable and added to each story. I really enjoyed this collection and I highly recommend it

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