The Weary Traveler

Vacancy, Book 1

By: A. K. Caggiano

Narrated by: Ellen Quay

Lorelei Fischer desperately needed somewhere to spend the night, and, as if by magic, Moonlit Shores Manor appeared.

But there’s a cost for everything, magic included.

More than willing to escape her old life and fill the open position at the bizarre bed and breakfast, Lorelei quickly learns of the dangers waiting for her. She’s only human, after all, and casting spells, shifting into wild animals, and caring for mythical creatures aren’t exactly in the wheelhouse of a former barista and art school failure. At the manor, faeries might pull tricks on you while washing linens, werewolves might try to rough up your bellboy, and a shadowy presence in the woods might be your undoing if you ask too many questions.

With the help of her supernatural, live-in coworkers, Moonlit Shores Manor could be Lorelei’s sanctuary from her past mistakes. Though as the truth of the manor’s history unravels, it could just as likely become another place Lorelei must flee to save not just her reputation but her life.

©2021 A. K. Caggiano (P)2021 A. K. Caggiano

Interesting beginning.

Lorelei was a interesting and likeable character. She stumbles upon the supernatural world and we are instantly immersed in this world. It caught my attention early on but as the book progressed my attention waned. The story had a variety of supernaturals, humor, and villains. Honestly, I’m not sure if I will continue the story. I slowed down for me in pacing halfway through and I struggled with the book. I’m not sure if I will continue with this series. I would recommend this book to young adult readers as the characters seemed to be in their early 20s and anyone who enjoys reading supernatural books.
I listened to the audiobook and I enjoyed the narrator. She used a variety of voices and tones and it was very easy to follow along.

Great listen

I loved the story and the world. It was a fun take on paranormal creatures and had some great world building. I loved the characters so much. They each felt so real and made me love every moment of it. The story drew me in from the moment I hit play and kept me entertained the entire time. I can’t wait to see what’s going to happen next and how certain questions will be answered and what’s going to happen with certain things we learned about in this first book.

Def a slow start and not as good as her other series…

I probably should have read this series first because I started with this authors other series and now I think I am just comparing the two. This book wasn’t bad, but I feel like it left something to be desired.

Book 1 - Vacancy

Book 1 in Caggiano's new series Vacancy. I really enjoyed the smooth narration on this one as well as the story line with all the paranormal characters. A great intro with mysteries and twists and turns. Our main character is Lorelei, a human who's somehow found herself at the Moonlit Manor which seems to be a paranormal world all in of itself. Her typical behavior is when the going gets tough she gets going but when the going gets tough for her here - will she stay or flee as usual?!? I can't say enough how much I love these characters and I can't wait for more!

This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.

Can't get enough

The combination of AK Caggiano and Ellen Quay is intoxicating and brilliant. The story telling had me hooked from the first chapter and the voice Ellen creates make me eager to wait for the next addition to the series. The characters are well written and not to sappy but creates a nice slow burn potential. Such a fun and quick read. Don't miss out on this one!

Loved the story

Magic, mythical creatures, and witches surely it was a charmed inspired story. I loved all the characters and especially Ziah. I was so disappointed with the narrator and she made it a painful eleven hours of listening. It took me 10 days to get through the robotic soulless style of narration. I purchased the book and started reading it because I couldn't listen anymore. Nonetheless it's a book I loved. Although I wish one of the witches wasn't named Tuatha because it seemed a little copied from one of my favorite Charmed Episodes. The story and the writing is 5 star worthy and I look forward to Book Two & Three.

Great Series Starter

The author did a good job with this book. I do feel like there could have been a little more refining done to give some of the characters some more substance, but hopefully these characters will grow as the series goes on. The narrator did a great job bringing this book to life and made this an entertaining listen.

I received an audiobook of this and am voluntarily leaving my honest review.

The Weary Traveler

As Lorelei tries to flee her problems she stumbles upon a whole new world. One filled with magic and magical creatures. Can she make a fresh start, or is this just another thing she’ll need to run from?

A. K. Caggiano has set the stage for what is sure to be an interesting and exciting series. I’m looking forward unraveling the secrets and finding out more about all of the characters we were introduced to.

Ellen Quay brought the story and characters to life. I was entertained by her performance, and I look forward to listening to more of her narrations.

I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and I have voluntarily left this review.

Hooked me in on First Page

This book is great. A human who is needing to run away finds a magic hotel like building. But what is weird is the fairies are talking about no longer being in the humans debt when they use a magical mask on her. I loved this book had me at the beginning I couldn't stop reading it because I wanted to find out more.

Written for A Young Adult Audience

Lorelie (MC) is running away from a marriage to a man she likes but does Not love or want a Forever with. She is Driving and lost and is so tired that she says out loud I wish I could find a place to rest and sleep. This is a fun and delightful story with sarcasm in there too. I like the Story but it seemed written for a Young audience and I have trouble believing Lorelie does not know about Fairies, shapeshifters, and such, how Naive.