Book excerpt: Celestra’s Ghost is a story about Eric Rossman growing up in a small town before World War II. However, Eric is soon transported in a new direction. An unexpected trip to Paris, France, sets the tone for dramatic changes in his life. Kathleen O’Connell, called Catty, is a beautiful soprano. Her life is centered not only on music but also on the production of fine French wine. Catty is engaged to a man she does not love, and he becomes a troublesome source for the two lovers. To make matters worse, Eric’s world is torn apart when the Nazis invade France. It was thought that the Nazis had killed Catty, but Eric holds out hope that she is still alive. His search to find Catty is at first unsuccessful—until he is fortified in his quest by the angelic presence of a magical princess named Celestra.