I wish to express how much I enjoyed the Immortals Trilogy. I found the characters fascinating to say the least. You have a wonderful imagination and to be able to put it so descriptively from your mind to paper is incredible. All I can say is thank you for sharing your childhood fantasies. I personally believe the Immortals should be made into a movie. I am a lover of Lord of the Rings and as far as I am concerned your books would surpurs it by a long shot. I can only hope to see them on the big screen..Please continue with your vivid imagination as I can't wait for the next edition..

Hey your books are the best...I've just started reading the last book (Gathering of the Gods)to continue the adventure. I hope they make a movie out of your books, and that I'd have to see!My favourite character in The Immortals Trilogy is, I'd have to say Ore'arn or Azrah, one of teh two. In the second book it's cool how Ommran restores peace to Asserian, especially since he's been quite evil in the first book (Pathway of the Gods)but that was just Zadus feeding off of his anger and hate. You have been such a role model to me and because of you and so many other authors, I have started creating my own book and I'd just like to say you have had a big influence on me in how to define details of characters and building and all that book stuff! Your books are the best!

I loved "The Immortals" Trilogy it was soo awesome i would love to know when your coming to brisbane again to do more book signing and i just love the illustrations

Hi i'm a first time reader of your book 'The pathway of the god's ' and it was fantastic ! i was lucky enough to get mine signed by the lovely Joanne! thankyou so much for drawing me into the world's of ASSERIAN and ROMANIE and all of their colourful character's can't wait to read the rest of the series!

Hey lovely Jo

WOW. What a journey. I was absolutely glued to your latest book. Lucky Dan was not here for the most of last week, he would have felt neglected, my nose was in the book every chance i got, a bit hard to do with little Taylor-Jo but she naps often. No doubt i will read all three again. Cant wait for you to write some more. Thanks again.

You are an inspiration, a valued contributor of Book Creators Circle and a great writer. Well done and congratulations.

WOW! Jo, What a journey! The Fantasy Genre has never been one of my reading choices in the past. I can honestly say that from Chapter 2 of Pathway of the Gods, I found myself completely immersed in your trilogy and I can't wait to see what you have in store for your fans in your next creation. The Fantasy Genre should be thanking you for providing readers such captivating characters set amongst a believable story line. You have provided readers a complete package! CONGRATULATIONS JO! Your trilogy has well & truly earned it's place inmy bookcase.

Hi Jo,
I love a good book and your books are world class. The characters are so real that one forgets that they read a fantasy story. It’s been a journey of anticipation from the first book and now that I finished the third one I feel content and happy with the beautiful ending. I can't wait for your next creation. Well done, you are truly a magnificent and exciting writer.

Congratulations Jo, all three books are absolutly enchanting. Thank you for a fantastic read i was sad to finish Gathering of the gods because i didnt want the story to end. with twists and turns in every chapter it makes the imortals trilogy really captivating. i would love to see the books made into a movie, and i have told all of my friends and family how great they are. Keep up the good work. :-)

I finished the last book yesterday, and I didn't want to finish it because that meant I would have nothing to read. I was taken away with the characters and I wish that it was made into a movie, even better, a tv series. I hope you have started writing something else Jo, you are amazing and please don't give up, we need GREAT writers like you.

I hope to see you soon, so you can sign my book :)

What makes these stories so engaging is the characters. They all seem so real, even the immortal ones. There is something in each person we meet that we identify with, either as a part of ourselves or someone we know. Their relationships with each other are as complicated as any in our world, and they don't just act to drive the story; they interact with each other. You feel for them because they are real.
The story itself continues to pick up pace and becomes bigger than the first two books. With the enemy camped outside one city for the whole of the book, it makes the threat seem real and immediate, making for a very intense story. Everything works its way inexorably to one point, one place, where we know big things are destined to happen. When it does, you know it's going to threaten all worlds one after another. Enemies and allies collide in the attempt to control The Game. Questions are answered, we learn of the origins of all. This is a realm where religion and science mesh together to create something unique. A great conclusion to the trilogy and a very satisfying read. And just when you think it's all over, the book ends with the three cruelest words...

Cheers,

Nigel

Hi Jo, I loved your first book. I think it would make an amazing film.

Hi Jo,

I've ordered mine through Angus at Redbank, but they still don't have it, so i'm going to come down to Toowong tomorrow and get the third book.I can't wait any longer to know what happens. I'm sure it will be amazing and good luck with the second lot of novels you're about to write.
Talk to you soon JO.

Just finished the third book yesterday. An awesome end to an awesome series. Very curious about Asha at the end. Oh, and Emid, what happened to him?? Never saw any of it coming and am very pleased to have finished and the mysteries solved.
Thanks Jo

I came across you at the shopping centre in Ipswitch a few weeks ago. You mentioned that your third book would be out before Christmas.
I would like to order all three books in one order and you said they come already personally signed.
Your current online order only reflects your first two books.
Please reply letting me know if i and when i can order and receive all three.
They are for a Christmas gift, so would like to have them in time.
Kind regards,
Noel Campbell.

omg i loved the first book ...i really wanna read the 2nd book ..the first book i couldnt even put down

I've read the first 2 books in the immortals trilogy, I loved them, and am looking forward to reading the 3rd and final installment.

Just letting you all know that there is a review of the books being published on 19 October 2009 at www.onyamagazine.com.au it's an Australian mag and the review was done by me. So have a look and thanks JO :) can't wait till december.

Thank You!

Hello,

So i managed to find you on facebook :) I'm still reading the second series :) I'm in love honestly, definetly giving Jacqueline Carey a run for her money.
Thought I'd share that.

Can't wait unitl the first of december for the third installment.

I am just going to say how much i love thses books! I cant wait for the third!!

another good one when is gathering of the gods available

Hi Joe this is a great series I just have to let you know that the signed copy i have of awakenng the gods from pages 82 to 99 they are all mixed up just thought you should know in case there are others or the publisher keeps printing them like that good work thanks Lisa Mango Hill

Hi Jo. I finished the second book a few weeks ago and absolutely loved it. My sister had read the first so i gave her the second one to read and she is enjoying it very much. Once she has finished i will tell her to comment on your site. Thanks so much for the books, can't wait for the third and can't wait to meet you in September.

http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/group.php?gid=107293258858

That's the facebook site ;)

J.R.Mitchell Fan Site. Enjoy.

Hello,

This is facebook site I created for

J.R.Mitchell on facebook, just go into search and it should be on their.

Snjezana

Joanne, I was glad to have met you yesterday (in Post Office square, Brisbane City), we briefly discussed the obsession and sleepness nights that come with writing. I have not read your work yet, but, as promised, I have just purchased your first novel (through this site)
looking forward to receiving it in the mail soon

Hello Guys,
I've created a fan site on facebook for Jo and if you'd like to join you are more than welcome to.
I love these books :)

Merry Meet Jo,

The godesses looks after her own. I welcome the coming of book 3. It presents the opportunity to share a moment in time with a gifted Bard. Patiently awaiting it's release. Thank you for becoming part of the journey and for channelling The Immortals for all to share. Love , light and blessing.

Danielle

Nice to meet you Joanne! --Matt (from the U.S.)

My friend met you and you signed her copy of pathway of the gods. I am reading now and am very much enjying the story, wish I could just sit and read but have to work. Looking forward to having time to really read the book.

Great to meet you at the book signing today .... and my partner LOVES your book, he has read so much already. You are an awesome author!

Hi Jo,
Have missed your company in the past years - congrats on writing your first book - takes courage - must read it, love, fay

Just finished the second book and can't wait for the release of the last one. Keep up the good work, books like these will keep me reading forever

Loved, Awakening of the Gods. I am eagerly awaiting the final instalment to find out more about the characters and the mysteries that surround them. Thank you Jo for a great read.

LOVED THE BOOK HOW DO I ORDER THE NEXT ONE

Wow what an amazing book, it grabs ur attention from start 2 finish. I can't wait 2 read the 2nd book. Thank u

Hi Jo,
Had me spell bound all the way excellant work, im so glad I don't have to wait months to read the next book.
Thank you once again for you have great talent.
Regards Bronwyn

Hi Jo,
Wow, I finished "Awakening of the Gods" what can I say? I was spellbound the whole way through the book. When I started I had a concern: would I remember all the characters? My concerns soon disappeared as the story flows and the characters come back to mind so easily. What is more, I felt to be one of the characters myself observing and being in the story
Your books are so well written, they keep me mesmerized and looking for the next surprise. There are so many characters yet you know how not to let your readers forget any one of them.
Thanks Jo for so many hours of deep enjoyable entertainment but there also seems to be deeper meaning that connects with me. This became even more obvious when I started to read one of my “normal” books! I became acutely aware how I switched from one side of the brain to the other side.
With your books I use the right hemisphere as then I am visualizing, with my “study” books I use the left hemisphere for intellectualizing, this also brings the realization we all are Gods and we are all awakening :) through greater and growing awareness. Looking very much forward to the next book "Gathering of the Gods"

What does a sequel need to do? Continue the story, give people what they expect, plus deliver a whole lot more. This book offers all three. What I liked about the structure was the way certain things seem to repeat from book one (Sirus' quest, almost a parallel to his fathers', with him taking an opposing journey, learning as he grows, but then having his safe world stripped away as he learns about his legacy; Ore'arn's journey to womanhood, as she learns how her mother lost everything and everything threatens to overpower her). The plot is incredibly well woven, plus having most of the characters from book one saves a lot of time getting to know them. We learn about the new characters through them. As the book progresses, a sense of urgency pervades the pages, as if time is running short (a mortal sense, what do Gods care of time!) Also clever is the turn characters take. Ommran becoming a force for good (I knew it!), I'eda taking a turn for the worse. Was does this mean for Sirus and Ore'arn? What about Theron and Azrah? And the biggest question of all...The Dark Force that threatens all the worlds...how will it be defeated? Something big is in the wind, and if a sequel leaves you yearning for more, then it has done its job.

Roll on Book Three.

I love reading fantasy fiction. Your First book was nothing short of a gripping story that I could not put down. The eagerly anticipated second book was a perfect continuation to a amazingly constracted story. Your characters are so interesting and addictive.
Can not wait for your third book. Jo, you are a great story teller and a beautiful lady.

I have just completed Book two of "The Immortals" "Awakening of the Gods" What a wondeful journey.Thank you for the entertainment. Kept me enthralled all the way through. You have woven an intricate web that I can't wait to follow in book three. Brilliant.

All i can say is wow, the second book exceeded all of my expectations and kept me wanting more. The adventures that the characters embark on are written with so much imagination and keep you thriving for more.Thankyou for an excellant read.

Hey Jo, You are truly an amazing writer, I read both books, andi just could not put them down, they were so captivating.
i cant wait till book 3. You go Girl! These books are definately movie material. Ihave been telling everyone about them. Come on book 3 Luv Amanda

When I purchased your book in Dymocks Chermside, I promised I would let you know what I thought, but being the lax person that I am, I haven't gotten around to it. When I saw awaking of the Gods in A & R, I figured I should let you know that I really enjoyed it. I found the characterisation very well done. All of the main characters were certainly believable. The interaction of the immortals with the humans has set up some intriguing relationships.

I have a good friend who also loves SF and Fantasy, he has read your book and when I told him volume 2 was out, he said he was going out to buy it too.

I anxiously awaited the publication of the next book. With my birthday close, I encouraged my daughter to get Awaking of the Gods for my present. My grandson had great fun not only giving to me but helping me unwrap it, as 2 year olds do. Once I finish my current book this is next on my list. It will jump the queue.

Keep on writing. I really think you have a future at it.

re you having any signings in Brisbane, because it would be great to have both of your books autographed.

I have recently read both books and I loved the characters and the story that draws you in. I am looking forward to the new book to continue the adventure.

Have just finished book 2. Equally as fascinating,and exciting as book 1. Your creativity and imagination are amazing, can't get enough of it. Bring on Book 3 !!

WOO HOO at last the second installment, what a great read!!! You just keep this amazing story rolling along with such great characters and story lines. What a fabulous imagination you have - how do you think up all these names, places and tales, I am in complete awe. Keep up the good work. Eagerly awaiting the next book "Gathering of the Gods". Love Di

Hi there, have just ordered the books after reading my father's copy (Phil Bale). Congratulations, you are on a winner. It won't be long before it's a film as the characters are up there with Harry Potter. Keep them coming and please don't stop at 3. Love you and will let you know what I think of the second one soon. I know I won't be able to put it down. Regards, Louise

Just thought I'd drop a line to say hi. Finished your book today, just waiting around for the next one now...twiddling my thumbs. Hopefully I won't be waiting too long!

Hi Jo. Thanks for sending a copy of your book. I would like to say that i truly felt like i was missing somthing when i finished reading it, i got so used to having something to take my mind off things. I always looked forward to reading some when i got the chance. I miss the characters already. Cant wait for the next one.
All the best.
Nikki

Hi Jo, welcome to Book Creators Circle. Letizia just told me you had joined. Fancy, I now live at Stokers Siding, if you remember, it's just south of Murwillumbah. My book took me 7 years to write & get to market. (sample chapters on my website) I am now also on Amazon but think hard before you go there. Guess you are in BNE now? May meet you one of these days.
Cheers, Phil.

Dear Jo,
I purchased your book (signed!!) at Northlakes 2 weeks ago. I have never been a fan of this genre but you have got me hooked!! The storyline and characters are so addictive. I couldn't put it down. Looking forward to the next installment! Congratulations and I wish you all the best with your writing!!
Jessie

Today I bought the book from Chermside, still, hardly can believe that the book was accompanied with warmth of the author. never before in my life I have seen the fantasy world created from the mind of the person that will directly talk to me. that's trully amazing that I had a chance to read the new, refreshing Fantasy, such different from I have read years ago. I am sure that guys who love the world of fantasy will appreciate the different approach of writing as well as these unforgetable realms. Thank You Joanne R. Mitchell.

I'm about to join you all in this wonderful journey. My Husband bought the first book for me, just yesterday after meeting J.R.Mitchell at a book signing at Northlakes, Qld. I'm not allowed it until Christmas day.. but certainly look forward to spending every spare moment I can after that, enjoying & living this enticing new world. Looking forward already to book number two!
Thankyou for sharing your stories & imagination J.R

n* Pathway of the Gods* J. R. Mitchell has introduced me to a new genre which allows you to lose yourself in the world of the Immortals. This wonderful story engages you in the powerful forces of the world of Romanie with its ancient curses and prophesies. The first of the triology describes an exciting imaginary world which I know will have a big following, I look forward to the next book and to introducing this triology to our school students. J. R. Mitchell could well resonate with young adults the way J.K.
Rowling resonates with younger readers.
Penny Robertson OAM
Founder of Australian International Schools in Indonesia.

I have been a reader of fantasy for many years, and have read many authors. I have just completed your firt book "Pathway Of The Gods". Thank you for signing the copy that was purchased by my dear Wife for me. Must admit that I was a little sceptical when I first started reading the book. Found the story line a little scattered and hard to follow at first. Also found some of the analogies a little odd and not in line with the books theme. Having said that however, the book only got better as I got further into it, and ulimately I thoroughly enjoyed it. Got to the stage where I could not put it down. Can't wait for the sequal.
Thank you for a wonderful mystical adventure.

Regards,
Mike Shepherd

this is a great book..i find myself not being able to put the book down...best thing i have read...

Bought your book yesterday...thanks for signing it...you should put a picture of yourself on the site

Today I was at Westfield North Lakes passing a book store. It advertised your appearance and mentioned that you self publish. I'm an author of non fiction and would like to know why you self publish. Your information is of great interest to me. With thanks Hazel

Great Book! The writing was a little scattered but after the first few chapters it really picked up. Beyond the, the book is really unique, the characters are really interesting and the descriptions of the setting are very imaginative. Can't wait for the next book!!!

Your book actually blew me away. I got so addicted to it that I really can't wait to read the second book. I had loved fantasy stories for so long but all the books I read, this is the best of all.

I am looking forward purchase the second book. All the best.

Regards,
Azeera

Hi Jo
It was great meeting you & I absolutely loved your book-read it in the first week of purchase-looking forward to the next one-Regards Marnie

It was great to meet you the other day at stafford. You have kicked started my muse! Thank you!
Telling the story is a source for me. I am looking forward to reading yours as soon as I can wrestle it from my flatmates hands!

I wish you all the very best.

Hi Jo,
A friend gave me copy of Pathway of the Gods at the weekend,having been a fantacy reader for ever I looked forward to reading a book from a new writer.I couldn't put it down. Congratulations, it was a fantastic read. I look forward to the arrival of the next installments to this trilogy, and all your other new stories.
Once again, Congratulations and many thanks for a great book.
Love Dawn

Hi Jo,
Yes your assumption is correct, I am Dutch.
I have come to chapter 27 of your book and wanted to give some feedback;
Starting with the book I wondered why you and your book came on my path, you have already made a change (for the better?) I have found myself back in an old world that I had forgotten! As a child (before the age of 10) I had a rich imagination, reading books I never saw the words, I was in the story! I also had reoccurring dreams: I was on a white horse, with an Eagle on my shoulder and a black panther by my side (a black panther in stead of a black raven???) I seemed to be out to help others but can't recall why or how. I would tell bedtime stories to my brother who is one year younger but we used to sleep in the same bed!

The pain I had to go through when entering high school and I had to become rational! I can remember crying as my mind was in agony due to the change that was demanded by this "new" wolrd! That was my world for most of the rest of my life until some 6 years ago when I started with meditation and the "spiritual world" opened up again for me! I even tried to improve my "visualisations" with a course called Natural Brilliance from Learning Strategreis.

Now reading your book it all has come back, I again start to "see" the story when I read it and I am loving it. Also the sexual and sensual parts as from a very early age this has also played an important part in my life. I only have limited time per day to read but I savour those moments (making it last longer!!!)

Thanks Jo,
Wishing you a happy and fruitful weekend with many more passionate and stimulating ideas for your books.
Love and Light
Martin

I received a signed copy of your book from a co-worker. I am an avid fantasy reader and you had me sucked into your world from the first page. I can't wait for the next installment to follow the immortals on their quest to restore good the all their worlds.

Hi again. My son Paul is totally wrapped with yur first book. Thankyou. Sometime in the future I will send work my two teenagers have written.

Again, thankyou.

Sue Allen

Absolutely loved Pathway of The Gods. Having heard good things about this book, I couldn't wait to get my own copy. I was not disappointed. I was enthralled from the first chapter. Compelling reading, I was always wanting to find out what would happen next but then I never wanted it to end. Thank goodness this is first in a trilogy. Can't wait for the next one. Great work!

Sci-Fi fantasy not something that I would normally contemplate reading. Came across copy of your book - was intrieged so started reading and could not put it down. Loved it and looking forward to the sequels.

Magical worlds, Powerful Hero's and Beautiful Goddess's have always captured my imagination.The Pathway of the Gods has taken me into places that my mind and body could relate to. Good verses Evil, true love(with a twist of lust!!!)will leave you with a desire for more!! Thank you JR Mitchell for your first novel,I'm eagerly anticipating your next release Awakening of the Gods.

A fantastic read. being a big fantasy novel fan i can say that it is a fantastic story and i genuiney took interest in the charchter plots and there individual stories. I am very much anticipating reading the sequel to this Path of the gods.

At age 72 I had no trouble,with the many charactors and story lines. It flowed rapidly but the word descriptions brought it to life. It had me wanting me to keep turning the pages,wanting to know what happens next. I did not want to put it down. The unpredictable and expected became the norm.
You made Fantasy and Fiction more believable. You stretched the imagination. I have read all 7 Books by J.K.Rowling "Harry Potter".I enjoyed your book almost as much.
Not so long ago,around Oct-Dec 2007 I read a novel "The Quest" by Wilbur Smith printed in 2007 it to deals with fantasy & fiction,unlike anything he has written before,proving to me that he too realized that there was a market out there for stories to be told by people with a creative imagination.
Looking forward to 2nd book in the Trilogy. The challange as I see it,is to keep the pace and charactors on track

Hi Jo,
What a fantastic accomplishment. Well Done. I look forward, with interest, to reading your book. We wish you all the very best on this journey & can't wait to start reading.
All our love & support.
Trisha, Brett & Roman Winkler.

Pathway of the Gods is a magnifieient story. It has moments of mythic grandeur and shows the writers incredible imagination. A book that is very hard to put down once you have decided to take the journey with the three Immortals.

I have not always been a fantasy reader but am always looking out for new things. When I started reading Pathway of the Gods I was immediately hooked. I felt I had known the characters my whole life, and could not wait to find out what happens next! Can I also say 'when do we get book two' I cant wait to find out what happens next! On a final note, I also think this book should come with a warning label 'highly addictive', so make sure you clear your schedule as you are in for an exciting read!

I love anything to do with fantasy. When i saw this on the shelf at the book store, i was drawn to it instantly with the great cover. After reading the blurb, it had me completely intrigued. I bought the book straight away, and had to have the next day off work to finnish reading it!! I absolutely love it. It captures your mind and imagination completely. You feel as though you are living with the charactures in their fascinating world. The ending of "Pathway of the Gods" has a fantastic twist and has me gagging for the next book to be released! I am so proud that Australia has found itself such a brilliant and exciting new author with such a fantastic mind! I can't wait for book 2!! Bravo to you JR Mitchell!!

Pathway of the gods is a fantastic book, it is extreamly exciting and holds you glued to each page with great anticipation. Each character intrigues the reader more as the story unfolds. I absolutly can not wait for the next book to come out. Pathway of the gods is by far one of the best books I have ever read.

This is not normally a book I would read but on reading about the characters and plots it sort of intrique me to want to know more. I can honestly say that I thoroughly enjoyed the first book and cannot wait until the next one is finished. The characters are believable and hold your interest. I thank the auther for letting me take a glimse into her fantasic world

Although I am not normally a reader of the fantasy genre I found this book, “Pathway of the Gods” by J R Mitchell, very enjoyable reading. It took me a few chapters to grasp the characters and setting and then I was captivated by the story. A love triangle, with a twist, set in the fascinating alternative dimension of the Immortals who inhabit strange worlds full of heroes, heroines, villains, enchantment, mythical creatures and Gods. I was amazed at the scope of the authors’ imagination to come up with all these astonishing places, names and characters all the while keeping the story line rolling along. I was equally enthralled by the secondary characters and story lines as I was by those in the leading roles. Thanks Jo for this great read. I have recommended it to friends and I await the next instalment of the trilogy.
“Awakening of the Gods”

Hey Jo, good luck writing the next book :)

Great Book brought it at the local IGA supermarket in Fernvale. Cant wait for the next ones!!!

Hi Jo, I went to primary and high school with Trace, and when she told us about the book i thought i´d check out your site. Being an avid reader and writer i am always keen to help new authors out! Although ´am currently living all over Europe with my work, i am looking forward to purchasing a copy when i return to the beautiful coast next month! Hope all is going well!

Best wishes
Drew Paroz

Thanks for a great book Jo. I really enjoyed the book and cannot wait for the next in the trilagy.
Di Bennie

As a first time author I need help to find a publisher and after reading your article in our local paper thought I would make contact and hope for serndipity. Over many years I have written an historical novel based on the wreck of the Dutch ship 'Batavia' off the coast of Western Australia in 1629.
Regards,
Digby Lobb.

Hey Jo. I read the article about you and your novel writing this week up here in Noosa. Hope and trust all is going very well for you. We used to work the same shift at Australia Post all those years ago as part timers in the holidays. Wish you all the best.

love the book, can't wait to see how it all turns

I spoke to you today Joe about the book, now I'm really getting into it, I cant put the book now+0+

every page is filled with emotion, expectation and mystery, love it Jo

ive just started and cant stop turning the pages, just wish i had more time to read it!! xxx

Loving the book aunty jo not finished yet but its great cant wait for the others. :)

Can't wait for Monday night and I love the website, its fantastic.

We are really looking forward to reading your new book and learning more about your characters. Good luck with the book launch.

Hi Jo, Good luck with the new book, we are expecting you to be famous

Looking good, we can not wait till the book release and signing.

Hey. I love the site. I'm definitely getting a copy of the book when it comes out!