The mysterious, fascinating world of the Angelic Realm opens wide in this sequel to Maria Bia: A Christmas Caper. Maria and Rufus are joined by their cousin Melissa, friend Space Cricket and new comer Naomi the Poor. Their mission to help the angels rescue lost and injured animals leads to an epic battle between good and evil. Will Maria overcome her doubts and fears to fulfill the task at hand? Fasten your seatbelt and join Maria Bia and the Angel Brigade on an adventure of a lifetime! William Lloyd grew up on the beaches and remnants of the Pine Barrens of Brick, New Jersey. Legend has it he swam to Florida one day and never returned. He lives in Port Saint Lucie, Florida with his wife Carrie Ann. The Maria Bia stories are a collection of bedtime stories William told his daughter Grace Marie. Donna Stackhouse's lifelong passion for illustration began in second grade with the creation of her first cartoon strip. With her love for drawing, she built a successful freelance illustration and graphic design career in Portland, Maine spanning more than three decades. She's since traded in her Bean boots for flip flops and now calls Jensen Beach, Florida home.