Book 2: Paradise on Earth

Hera’s POV

The shrill call of a bald eagle outside grabbed my attention. I opened my eyes to look around me. The view before me was so mesmerizing, that I gasped with delight despite my predicament. The vast stretch of crystal-clear water shimmered in front of me! With the ice thawing at the edges, I instantly recognized it as the Back Bay of the Great Slave Lake.

A smile crept to my lips as I got up from the bed to sit beside the large bay window. There was a huge sundeck outside the bedroom beckoning me towards it. I glanced at the door longingly. Had Felixe locked that door, too?

I watched the birds swoop down for the fish swimming near the surface. The brightly colored sailboats and houseboats created a sharp contrast against the tranquil backdrop.

‘I wish I could explore outside. The scent of caribou and trout are driving me crazy!’ said Hye longingly.

I, too, wanted to be free, but maybe Felixe had other plans in store for us. I w