Release: July 2019
Format: Paperback
Publisher: Amazon KDP
Source: IRead Book Tours
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History, like magic, has a habit of repeating itself.
It’s been six months since thirteen-year-old Alyssa McCarthy left magic behind for good. Or so she thought…
Then the enchanted objects that protected her disappear. Now a skeleton named Errol has cursed her with magical powers that keep getting her in trouble. Suddenly strange things are happening with disastrous effects, and if Alyssa can’t remove the magic, she will lose everything she holds dear. Alyssa will have to boost her bravery and confidence and determine who Errol really is to get rid of her unwanted wizardry. But every time Alyssa uses an enchantment, Errol is one step closer to getting his flesh back and becoming alive. He will do anything to achieve his goals…even if it means destroying Alyssa’s happiness.
Originally published in 2016 as “Wizardry Goes Wild” and “The Unruly Curse” in 2019, “A Curse of Mayhem” is book two in the exciting and suspenseful “Magical Missions” series.
About the Author:
Sunayna Prasad enjoys writing fantasy books for children and cooking, creating artwork, watching online videos, and blogging.
Also, she has written The Frights of Fiji, and A Curse of Mayhem and is constantly creating and brainstorming new ideas.
Sunayna also loves cartoons, traveling, and thinking outside the box.
She lives in New York.
A Curse of Mayhem Review:
Scary skeletons, ghosts, reptiles, magical creatures, and incredible powers made “A Curse of Mayhem” very entertaining to read!
Right from the first page, the author does a great job of setting the pace for the story. Alyssa cannot control her powers once the objects that protected her disappear, and you wonder how she will survive school and her friends. Some memorable moments were when she creates a bee in class, loses control at the party, or fights the scarpies.
I liked Alyssa more in this story because of her struggles. No matter how hard she tries to control her powers, she is not able to. I also liked how the author balances the adventure with her regular life. The first book was high on action and adventure, with a lot going on. But this book was lovely and subdued, and I felt like I got to know Alyssa better. I enjoyed her conversations with Sydney, Lily, and Krystal and how she wants to improve her public speaking skills.
The realistic relationship that Alyssa shared with Alex and thought the author portrayed them wonderfully was adorable. I also thought Errol was a much better villain than Master Beau. Errol is sly and calculated, and you don’t know what he will do next. I thought Errol, Luis, and Mr. Wagner were more calculating than Master Beau, Clarissa, and David. Similar to the previous story, the author builds the suspense to a gripping climax.
However, the only downside to the tale is I wish few characters from the first book made a guest appearance. There is hardly any mention of them in the story.
Overall, “A Curse of Mayhem” is an excellent continuation to “The Frights of Fiji,” and, in some ways, I enjoyed it more than the first book.
Giveaway:
Enter to win a $50 Amazon Gift Card, courtesy of the author of The Alyssa McCarthy Magical Missions book series (ends July 5)
THE NEW ENCHANTRESS (An Alyssa McCarthy Magical Missions) Book Tour Giveaway
I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on A Curse of Mayhem by Sunayna Prasad Blog Tour hosted by IRead Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!
Tour Schedule:
10th June – Rajiv’s Reviews – book review of THE FRIGHT OF FIJI
June 10th – Kam’s Place – book review of THE FRIGHT OF FIJI
11th June – Books for Books – book review of THE FRIGHT OF FIJI
11th June – Rajiv’s Reviews – book review of THE CURSE OF MAYHEM
June 11th – Bigreadersite – book review of THE NEW ENCHANTRESS
11th June – redpillows – book review of THE NEW ENCHANTRESS/guest post
12th June – Rajiv’s Reviews – book review of THE NEW ENCHANTRESS
14 th June – What Polly Reads – book spotlight/author interview
14 th June – Kam’s Place – book review of THE CURSE OF MAYHEM
15 th June – Stephanie Jane – book spotlight/giveaway
15 th June – Casia’s Corner – book review of THE CURSE OF MAYHEM
Sounds like a good read.
This sounds like a great read. I’m adding to my tbr. Thanks for sharing!