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Reviewed by Kimberlee J Benart for Readers' Favorite
AnaRose and the Templar's Quest is an action-adventure novella by Mary Ann Bernal set in contemporary times but inspired by events in medieval history. Dr. AnaRose Preston is a highly regarded curator of antiquities at a museum in the United States. A European antiquities institute requests she come to France to authenticate a ring believed to have belonged to the Templar knight who surrendered Jerusalem to Saladin during the Crusades. She rushes to Paris with her assistant Jo. The ring may hold a clue to locating a legendary religious relic that some believe is hidden in a dagger fashioned by the same knight. As they search for the dagger, AnaRose and Jo quickly realize that others are also looking for the relic, and the journey may be more dangerous than anticipated.
In AnaRose and the Templar's Quest, Mary Ann Bernal presents an entertaining story featuring an impressive protagonist. AnaRose’s personality, talents, and unique background as the child of renowned parents are skillfully revealed. The narrative is highly descriptive, filled with mystery and surprise, and moves at a good pace. The plot presents twists and turns that engage the reader as the clues are discovered. Eager and observant, Jo proves especially helpful in finding them. I especially liked AnaRose’s personal courage and her desire for adventure even when encountering danger. The ending leaves room for a sequel, and I hope one is in the works. An excerpt from Bernal’s novel Crusader’s Path is also included. A fun read at novella speed.
