Appalachian Storms
Six book fantasy series located in the Smokey Mountains of Tennessee. Katie Johnson a Junior in high school doesn't realize she is about to enter into a fantasy world. Where she and others turn into were-animals. Each move she makes is like a game on a chess board where the decisions she makes will be life or death to her friends and family. The supernatural is common and is trying to destroy the natural world.
Appalachian Storms
My Castle: Chapter 28 "The Three Great Leaders"
The Three Great Leaders
Katie becomes conscious realizing Jackson is in the room with her. She is able to project the message to not leave her alone.
Able to rest with Jackson by her side, Katie has a dream of a young maiden painting on the cave wall. The girl explains the story on the wall is Katie's story. She is told there are three great leaders the wolf, tiger and bear. They are the leaders in different parts of the country. Only when there is a great evil, will the three combine their efforts to fight.
David and Jackson carry Katie down into the cave to keep her away from Sheriff Tate.
Still unable to move, Katie is finally able to communicate with her mind to David and Jackson.