Category: Young Adult

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  • Midnight Horizon by Daniel José Older

    Midnight Horizon by Daniel José Older

    Midnight Horizon

    Midnight Horizon(Star Wars: The High Republic) by Daniel José Older

    Release: February 1, 2022
    Format: Hardcover, eBook
    Publisher: Disney Lucasfilm Press
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, Kindle, B&NiBooks, KoboTBD, Bookshop.org

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    Centuries before the events of Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, in the era of the glorious High Republic, the Jedi are the guardians of peace and justice in the galaxy!

    After a series of staggering losses, the Republic seems to finally have the villainous Nihil marauders on the run, and it looks like there’s light at the end of the tunnel. Until word comes of a suspected Nihil attack on the industrial cosmopolitan world of Corellia, right in the Galactic Core.

    Sent to investigate are Jedi Masters Cohmac Vitus and Kantam Sy, along with Padawans Reath Silas and Ram Jomaram, all fighting their own private battles after months of unrelenting danger. On Corellia, Reath and Ram encounter a brazen young security specialist named Crash, whose friend was one of the victims of the Nihil attack, and they team up with her to infiltrate Corellia’s elite while the Masters pursue more diplomatic avenues. But going undercover with Crash is more dangerous than anyone expected, even as Ram pulls in his friend Zeen to help with an elaborate ruse involving a galactic pop star.

    But what they uncover on Corellia turns out to be just one part of a greater plan, one that could lead the Jedi to their most stunning defeat yet….

    The New York Times best-selling series continues…. For light and life!

    About the Author:

    Daniel José Older, a lead story architect for Star Wars: The High Republic, is the New York Times best-selling author of the upcoming Young Adult fantasy novel Ballad & Dagger , the sci-fi adventure Flood City, the monthly comic series The High Republic Adventures. His other books include the historical fantasy series Dactyl Hill Squad, The Book of Lost Saints, the Bone Street Rumba urban fantasy series, Star Wars: Last Shot, and the Young Adult series the Shadowshaper Cypher, including Shadowshaper, which was named one of the best fantasy books of all time by TIME magazine .

    He won the International Latino Book Award and has been nominated for the Kirkus Prize, The World Fantasy Award, the Andre Norton Award, the Locus, and the Mythopoeic Award. He co-wrote the upcoming graphic novel Death’s Day. You can find more info and read about his decade long career as an NYC paramedic at http://danieljoseolder.net/

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    Midnight Horizon Review:

    Ok, let me preface by saying I am not a Star Wars fan. I probably saw one of the movies in the last decade and did not even know this book was part of a series. Yet, reading this as a standalone, I thoroughly enjoyed the book and was tempted to the series in order.

    The author does a great job in worldbuilding. Even as a newbie, the world of Jedis and Padawans immersed me as our crew headed to Coronet City. I never found it difficult to follow any of the characters. My favorite was Crash, and I loved her interactions with Ram and Reath. Crash is not afraid to speak her mind, and her impulsiveness gets her into trouble at times, but she is so entertaining. Similarly, Ram and Reath were also great as they embarked to Corellia. We also have other characters, like Zeen and Lula, who have their storyline but merge well with the larger picture later in the book.

    For me, some notable moments in the tale were when Kantam and Cohmac see the war signs of the Nihil and when the team talks about Krix. The book’s climax is epic, where the author ultimately glues you to the galactic action.

    However, there were moments when the author made references to the previous books, and I wish I had read the series to get its full impact. Hence, this review is from someone unfamiliar with the series and the movie franchise and still enjoyed reading it as a standalone. I would have rated it five stars all the way had I read the series in order and watched the movies.

    Overall, “Midnight Horizon” is an excellent conclusion to “The High Republic” series and has made me want to read from the beginning.

    Giveaway Details:

    3 winners will receive a finished copy of STAR WARS THE HIGH REPUBLIC: MIDNIGHT HORIZON, US Only.

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  • The Things the River Hides by  A. N. Sage

    The Things the River Hides by A. N. Sage

    The Things the River Hides

    The Things the River Hides by A. N. Sage

    Release: February 22, 2022
    Format: Hardcover, eBook
    Publisher: Cauldron Press
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, Kindle, B&N, iBooks, Kobo, TBD, Bookshop.org

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    Where rivers run red as blood, a long-forgotten darkness awaits its freedom…

    Nastya Sokolov dreams of not being seen as an outcast. Born with the ability to foretell death with a simple touch, she relegates herself to the confines of her mother’s funeral home. A virtual prisoner, she longs to break free.

    When the body of a car crash victim arrives at the morgue, Nastya finds something amiss. A clue beckoning to be unravelled.

    Soon, another boy greets her doorstep. This one very much alive and insistent his friend’s death was no accident. Before long, Nastya is dragged into a web of impossibilities, strange coincidences, and a baffling mystery in the small town of Cherry Cove.

    A mystery that triggers a vision.

    One Nastya cannot ignore.

    She knows better than to tempt fate, but its pull is mighty and her curiosity relentless. Will Nastya follow the trail and uncover the truth about Cherry Cove and the darkness that festers just below the surface?

    Find out in this young adult dark fantasy mystery filled with intrigue, long-held secrets, murder, and a desperate race to save a life! 

    About the Author:

    A.N. Sage has spent most of her life waiting to meet a witch, vampire, or at least get haunted by a ghost. In between failed seances and many questionable outfit choices, she has developed a keen eye for the extra-ordinary.

    A.N. spends her free time reading and binge-watching television shows in her pajamas. Currently, she resides in Toronto, Canada with her husband who is not a creature of the night.

    A.N. Sage is a Scorpio and a massive advocate of leggings for pants.

    Subscribe to A.N.’s newsletter to get a copy of Coven of Deception, a Shadowhurst prequel novella, sent straight to your inbox. You’ll also get news of subscriber-only giveaways, contests, preview chapters, and the chance to receive advance reader copies of new releases. https://ansage.ca/newsletter-1

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    The Things the River Hides Review:

    “The Things the River Hides” is a beautiful young adult mystery with fantasy elements, and I could not put it down.

    Let’s begin with the characters. Nastya is excellent in the lead, and my heart went out to her right from the beginning. Her mother protects her because everyone treats her like the town pariah with special powers. The author writes the dynamics between the characters wonderfully, and I liked the scenes between Nastya and her mother. Similarly, I also loved how the author wrote Nastya and Daxon together. I adored their friendship and appreciated that it didn’t stray from the plot.

    Moreover, the mystery plot of Marzanna and the deaths are also intriguing, and I wondered what was going on in Cherry Cove. The author builds the suspense and the eeriness nicely. Some scenes gave me goosebumps, like when Nastya sees the dancing ghost or when she goes with Daxon to where Kye’s car accident occurred.

    However, the only downside to the tale was the climax. I will not reveal what happens because I still think this is a fantastic book for everyone to read, but the climax events, in conclusion, were not my cup of tea, and I found it a bit convoluted. Moreover, I thought Ally had a lot of potential as she suddenly comes into the tale midway, but after a few chapters, she suddenly disappears again in the backburner. I liked Ally and would have liked to see more of her.

    Apart from these things, this book is perfect, and I was glued to it entirely! Overall, “The Things the River Hides” is a beautiful Young Adult fantasy mystery that I adored.

    Giveaway Details:

    10 Winners will receive an eBook of THE THINGS THE RIVER HIDES, International.

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  • Justice at Sea by Christian Klaver

    Justice at Sea by Christian Klaver

    Justice at Sea

    Justice at Sea by Christian Klaver

    Release: December 7, 2021
    Format: Hardcover, paperback, eBook, audiobook
    Publisher: CamCat Books
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, Kindle,  AudibleB&NiBooks, KoboTBD

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    The tides of the Faerie War are turning, but at how high a cost for the Kasric family?

    Justice Kasric, her siblings, and her parents are locked in combat on both sides of the Human-Faerie War. At fifteen, Justice may be the youngest ever Admiral to command her own ship and lead a resistance, but she has the magic and the will to do it. If only nearly every other member of her family weren’t either in immediate danger of dying-or attempting to kill her!

    Forced to make dangerous pacts with more than one unpredictable ally, only Justice can decide how far she’ll go to save London. Is it worth sacrificing even a member of her own family?

    About the Author:

    CHRISTIAN KLAVER has been writing for over twenty years, with a number of magazine publications, including Escape Pod, Dark Wisdom Anthology, and Anti- Matter. He’s the author of The Supernatural Case Files of Sherlock Holmes, the Empire of the House of Thorns series, and the Nightwalker series, but has written over a dozen novels in both fantasy and sci-fi, often with a Noir bent. He worked as a bookseller, bartender and a martial-arts instructor before settling into a career in internet security. He lives just outside the sprawling decay of Detroit, Michigan, with his wife Kimberly, his daughter Kathryn, and a group of animals he refers to as The Menagerie.

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    Justice at Sea Review:

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    “Justice at Sea” is the exciting continuation in the “Empire of the House of Thorn” series and did not disappoint.

    The author ups the game with thrills and adventure as the team goes to Stormholt and fights in the Faerie Wars and Wild hunt. There are shocking consequences which I didn’t expect, and I had no idea in which direction the author would take the story.

    Moreover, the author also wrote the characters nicely. Justice shines once again in the lead as her responsibilities increase. I also liked Faith and Justice’s bond and found it to grow. Similarly, even new characters like Mog and the Lord of Thorns were interesting. I loved reading the continuation of Henry and Benedict and wondered what would happen to the cast.

    Even world-building gets more extensive, like the way time moves. One of the highlights of the tale was how the author described the war and the strategies the Faerie devised. We have Hanged Dogs, Goblins and Trolls, and many more creatures. Memorable moments in the tale include gargoyles taking the father and Faith getting cut, which made the story exciting to read.

    The only criticism of the tale is how the book focused more on justice than the earlier book. The first book, “Shadows Over London,” had more chapters for Henry and Benedict, whereas this book didn’t. Also, at times, the book is geared towards adventure rather than the characters’ development.

    Apart from that, the story is excellent and ends on an exciting note once again. I am keen to read the continuation. Overall, “Justice At Sea” is a gripping addition to the series, and I look forward to the next book by the author!

    Giveaway Details:

    2 winners will receive a finished copy of JUSTICE AT SEA, US Only.

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  • Shadows Over London by Christian Klaver

    Shadows Over London by Christian Klaver

    Shadows Over London

    Shadows Over London by Christian Klaver

    Release: May 25, 2021
    Format: eBook, audiobook
    Publisher: CamCat Books
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, AudibleB&N

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    Justice Kasric’s world is turned upside down when her father forcibly bundles the entire family into carriages in the middle of the night and carts them off to a strange mansion on the outskirts of London. The Faerie are invading-and the Kasric siblings don’t even have a chance to stay neutral, because different members of their family are working for opposite sides.

    But Justice isn’t your average fifteen-year-old girl growing up in Victorian London. She’s an irrepressible scoundrel, and she always has a plan. These qualities have ostracized her from the rest of the family before now, but even her older siblings look to her to help them escape. Justice certainly isn’t going to stay locked up once she discovers the world of Faerie, especially once she and her siblings discover magical talents they never knew they had.

    About the Author:

    CHRISTIAN KLAVER has been writing for over twenty years, with a number of magazine publications, including Escape Pod, Dark Wisdom Anthology, and Anti- Matter. He’s the author of The Supernatural Case Files of Sherlock Holmes, the Empire of the House of Thorns series, and the Nightwalker series, but has written over a dozen novels in both fantasy and sci-fi, often with a Noir bent. He worked as a bookseller, bartender and a martial-arts instructor before settling into a career in internet security. He lives just outside the sprawling decay of Detroit, Michigan, with his wife Kimberly, his daughter Kathryn, and a group of animals he refers to as The Menagerie.

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    Shadows Over London Review:

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    “Shadows Over London” is a gripping young adult fantasy novel filled with action and adventure. I never had a dull moment reading it.

    When I initially started reading this story, I had no idea which direction it would go. I liked Justice (and her name) right from the get-go as she tried to find out what was happening. I also liked how the author narrated the story in terms of perspective. While the author writes a few chapters from Justice’s perspective, we also get events transpiring with the other characters. I liked how the author gave equal importance to Henry and Benedict, as there was something pivotal happening with them that all merged in the end.

    Another exciting aspect was how the author kept shocking me with various twists and turns. Right from the beginning, I felt like I was at the edge of my seat when the carriage crashed and the siblings’ lives changed. Memorable moments that shook me were when they came across the corpses field or Henry’s time at Newgate. Even characters like Avonstoke and Victoria Rose were special. The author blends fantasy with adventure beautifully, and the second half is equally gripping as the team sets sail.

    The only reason I gave this four stars is that it took time for me to understand what was happening. Initially, I felt that the author introduced many characters, including Divers and Sands (who I felt were unimportant). Hence, it took me a while to go with the flow. But once I figured out the cast, I enjoyed reading it a lot.

    Overall, “Shadows over London” is an exciting start to the “Empire of the House of Thorn” series.

     

    Giveaway Details:

    2 winners will receive a finished copy of JUSTICE AT SEA, US Only.

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    BookHounds YA -Review-2-9-2022
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  • Salaam with Love by Sara Sharaf Beg

    Salaam with Love by Sara Sharaf Beg

    Salaam, with Love

    Salaam with Love by Sara Sharaf Beg

    Release: January 4th 2022 
    Format: Ebook
    Publisher: Underlined
    Source: Amazon
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, Kindle, AudibleB&N

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    This heartfelt and humorous YA contemporary follows Dua, who spends the month of Ramadan making unexpected discoveries about family, faith, and first love.

    Squeezing herself into a house in Queens with her cousins is not how Dua envisions her trip to New York City. But here she is, spending the holy month of Ramadan with extended family she hasn’t seen in years.

    Dua struggles to find her place in the conservative household.  And finds difficult to connect with her aloof, engaged-to-be-married cousin, Mahnoor. And  fasting the whole day was itself  tiring enough. She must also battle her hormones whenever she sees Hassan, the cute drummer in a Muslim band. Besides , he  has a habit of showing up at her most awkward moments.

    After just a month, Dua surprises herself  to find that she’s learning a lot more than she bargained for about her faith, relationships, her place in the world and cute drummers. . . .

    About the Author:

    Sara Sharaf Beg got inspiration from her own experiences as a Pakistani American Muslim while writing Salaam, with Love, her debut novel. A graduate of the University of Central Florida and Northwestern University, Sara was a freelance writer before becoming a mental health counselor.

    She lives in Texas with her husband, where she likes to cook , binge Bollywood movies. And plays video games when she’s not writing or reading. 

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    Salaam with Love Review:

    “Salaam, with Love” is an adorable young adult, contemporary romance that also touches on the Muslim culture during the time of Ramadan and is a fun read.

    The highlight of the story was the main character, Dua. I enjoyed how she grows in the story. From her decision in the MSA (Muslim Student Association) to her bond with Mahnoor and feelings for Hassan, Dua goes through a lot, and I enjoyed her journey. The author portrayed Dua nicely and progressed her feelings well. Similarly, Mahnoor is also adorable, and I liked how she bonds with Dua.

    The author beautifully touches on how important family and faith are, as Dua experiences the meaning of Ramadan. Similarly, the author also adds a touch of humor when Dua’s father talks to her about Hassan. It was also interesting to see how the author touched on Islamophobia and people’s perception of being Muslim. As I am not a Muslim, I also liked learning about the various terms, like surahs and the Arabic text, along with assorted pop culture references like Sami Yusuf. The timeline spans during the Holy Month of Ramadan, and it was nice to see the various traditions the family followed to prepare for Eid.

    Moreover, I liked the budding romance between Dua and Hassan. Their scenes together have a touch of innocence and were so sweet to read. I enjoyed Hassan’s fondness for music, and it emanated in the storyline. Similarly, the author also adds family drama to the tale, making you feel part of your family.

    Overall, “Salaam, with Love” stands out because of its theme, yet it has all the correct elements of adorable young adult romance.

  • Once Upon Academy The Winter Ball

    Once Upon Academy The Winter Ball

    Once Upon Academy Winter Ball

    Once Upon Academy The Winter Ball

    Release: January 7, 2022
    Format: Ebook
    Publisher: BLK Publishing
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
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    Once Upon Academy, where fairytales are real and princesses really do get happily ever afters.

    To kick off the end of our first semester, Once Upon Academy is hosting the annual Winter Ball. A night full of magic, love and happy endings.

    Join the descendants of classic fairytale characters as they navigate the prestigious halls of Once Upon Academy. Get boujee on the most magical night of the school year and experience a fairytale kiss under the mistletoe.

    It’s a night you don’t want to miss.

    About the Authors:

    Breezy Jones lives in a small town in Florida with her husband, daughter, son and four furbabies, as a SAHM. If you ask what first got her into writing, she’ll tell you it was over the ending of Divergent. She remembers laughing at the first person to suggest that she could write a book, but chose to give it a shot. When she’s not writing Breezy splits her time among her many hobbies; reading, repainting dolls, makeup and graphic design, just to name a few. 

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    Cara North is a romance writer, podcaster, and USMC veteran. She enjoys writing a variety of fiction, but always romance.

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    Elle Klass is an award winning author. She currently lives in Florida with her family. To date she has written and published over twenty books, in varying genre’s including mystery, suspense, psychological thrillers, fantasy, sci-fi and contemporary fiction. When she’s not writing she’s spending time with family or friends, traveling, relaxing at home watching ghost and horror movies or listening to an audio book.

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    Marie Long is a novelist who enjoys the snowy weather, the mountains, and a cup of hot white chocolate. She’s an avid supporter of literacy movements.

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    Valerie Puriis

    Valerie Puriis an author of Paranormal, Fantasy, and Young Adult. As an author of both short stories and novels, she enjoys the flexibility of writing tales of any length. Her favorite aspect of writing is the ability to create something out of nothing. She loves building worlds readers can visualize and filling those worlds with complex characters and storylines. Valerie believes that the experiences we have in life are just stories waiting to be written. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, or listening to audio books. She is a Florida transplant, but part of her will always call the Midwest home.

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    Once Upon Academy The Winter Ball Review:

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    “Once Upon Academy Winter Ball” is the second book in the anthology series and equally fun as the first book. 

    I love how the creators teamed up for the concept of the book. We see characters from different fairy tales who attend the academy come together for the Winter Ball in this volume. However, they encounter drama, excitement, and other exciting thrills in the process. Having read the first book, I loved revisiting the characters from the first book, like Zeke, Perle, Ryder, and even Ms. Fay. Below is my review of each tale.  

    Mice and Magic: What a fun start to the series. While the story starts slowly, it is in full swing once Melanie and her posse wreak havoc. Cindy is great as she tries to communicate with Eton and Raven, and I wondered what would happen. 

    Secrets of the Ring: Mandevar and Grenna return in another tale, and I loved the storyline with the Djinn, the ring, and the carpet. Ida is an interesting character, and I enjoyed the scenes with Mande hearing his mother. 

    Perle of Love: This was my favorite story in the book! I loved how the author wrote Zeke and the conflicting feelings of feeling defective and disappointed. Similarly, Perle’s storyline is gripping with what happens with Tilda. 

    Fear No Raven: This one was interesting because of the twist between Balen and Astrid on trying to kill him. The author wrote their romance beautifully and almost had a gothic feel. 

    Shadowed Hearts: A sweet conclusion to the anthology featuring one of my favorite characters Ryder and his feelings for Gemma. 

    Overall, “Once Upon Academy Winter Ball” is a beautiful addition to the series, and I hope the writers continue to make more! 

     

    Giveaway:

    1 Winner will receive a $25 Amazon GC, International.

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    BookHounds YA-Excerpt-1-4-2022
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  • Once Upon Academy Anthology

    Once Upon Academy Anthology

    Once Upon Academy Anthology

    Once Upon Academy Anthology

    Release: April 29th 2020 
    Format: Ebook
    Publisher: BLK Publishing
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
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    Welcome to Once Upon Academy where Magic is real and Princesses really do have happily ever afters.

    Once Upon a time, in the realm of Fairytales there is a little known school only the best are accepted to attend. The Academy is deep inside the fantasy forest hidden in plain sight. When those who have not been invited in, they see a normal school, brick and mortar but when the acceptance letter is received it becomes the beautiful estate for those to continue their college education in the magical world.

    Join the descendants of classic fairytale characters as they navigate through their college lives at the prestigious Once Upon Academy.

    About the Authors:

    Breezy Jones lives in a small town in Florida with her husband, daughter, son and four furbabies, as a SAHM. If you ask what first got her into writing, she’ll tell you it was over the ending of Divergent. She remembers laughing at the first person to suggest that she could write a book, but chose to give it a shot. When she’s not writing Breezy splits her time among her many hobbies; reading, repainting dolls, makeup and graphic design, just to name a few. 

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    Elle Klass is an award winning author. She currently lives in Florida with her family. To date she has written and published over twenty books, in varying genre’s including mystery, suspense, psychological thrillers, fantasy, sci-fi and contemporary fiction. When she’s not writing she’s spending time with family or friends, traveling, relaxing at home watching ghost and horror movies or listening to an audio book.

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    Marie Long is a novelist who enjoys the snowy weather, the mountains, and a cup of hot white chocolate. She’s an avid supporter of literacy movements.

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    Valerie Puri

    Valerie Puri is an author of Paranormal, Fantasy, and Young Adult. As an author of both short stories and novels, she enjoys the flexibility of writing tales of any length. Her favorite aspect of writing is the ability to create something out of nothing. She loves building worlds readers can visualize and filling those worlds with complex characters and storylines. Valerie believes that the experiences we have in life are just stories waiting to be written. When she’s not writing, she enjoys spending time with her family, traveling, or listening to audio books. She is a Florida transplant, but part of her will always call the Midwest home.

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    Kerry Evelyn

    Kerry Evelyn is the author of the Crane’s Cove series, #sweetresortromance set in Coastal Maine, and several short stories that span multiple genres. She’s also a Guest Author for the Cat’s Paw Cove romance series. A native of the Massachusetts SouthCoast, Kerry changed her latitude in 2002 and now calls the Orlando area home.

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    Toni Peden

    Toni is a stay at home wife and mother living in rural Alabama with her husband, daughter, and two dogs, Trixie and Dixie. When she isn’t writing, she can be found reading or spending time with her family and friends. Even though winter is her favorite season, she enjoys the summer months because that means spending time on the lake with her favorite mermaid princess. She loves tattoos, rock, coffee, traveling. Her biggest traveling dream is to visit Ireland.

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    Valerie Willis

    Valerie Willis is a sixth generation Floridian who loves crafting novels with elements inspired by Mythology, Superstitions, Legends, Folklore, Fairy Tales and even history. In 2018, she received the Reader’s Favorite Bronze medal in Fiction – Mythology and FAPA’s President’s Silver medal in Fantasy/Sci-fi. She braved the Independent Publish route at the end of 2012 and has devoted herself for being a pillar of “Self-Publishing How-to” from formatting of both print and digital versions to book cover designs.

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    Once Upon Academy Anthology Review:

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    “Once Upon Academy” is a creative collection of fantasy stories of students with special powers getting admission to the Once Upon Academy, and it was delightful! Below are my thoughts on the tales.

    Bird’s Eye View – What an excellent start to the anthology! I loved the chemistry between Nettie and Reggie, and the plot was grand!

    Song of the Reaper – I liked Lyra in the lead as she joins OUA and undergoes training of Reaperhood. The story has exciting moments, like when Lyra plays the flute.

    Sense & Sensitivity – I loved that this story focused on subjects in the academy like herbology. Quilo is fascinating, and my favorite moment was Adeline’s incident in the Enchanted Woods.

    Swindled Hearts – One of my favorite stories in the anthology! I loved Ryder and his chemistry with Gemma surrounding the emerald. Even Jackson was fun.

    Perle of Wisdom – Another lovely tale about Perle fitting in, and I enjoyed the mystery surrounding Zeke.

    Bone Stars – Another highlight in the book. I enjoyed Grenna and Mandevar’s scenes together, especially how mysterious he was. Moreover, the story had hints of a fun Hansel and Gretel retelling.

    A Stormy Romance: This story was fun because of the crossover with characters from the other stories, and I liked the dynamics between Aina and Taren, especially when there is another girl in the picture.

    The King’s Son and Little Gem – Perhaps the most extended story in the anthology but entertaining. Hesse and Kalmin sizzle. I loved Sebastian and the backdrop of Valkyrie history.

    Taming Her Might – a sweet story that I enjoyed because there was hardly any romance and focused only on Celeste, her powers, and dragons!

    Malefic Mixology – An amicable conclusion with teen drama with Stephan and Li Feng.

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  • In Every Generation by Kendare Blake

    In Every Generation by Kendare Blake

    In Every Generation

    In Every Generation by Kendare Blake

    Release: January 4, 2022
    Format: Hardcover, eBook, audiobook
    Publisher: Disney-Hyperion
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, Kindle,  AudibleB&NiBooks, KoboTBD, Bookshop.org

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    A new Slayer for a new generation…

    Frankie Rosenberg is passionate about the environment, a sophomore at New Sunnydale High School, and the daughter of the most powerful witch in Sunnydale history. Her mom, Willow, is slowly teaching her magic on the condition that she use it to better the world. But Frankie’s happily quiet life is upended when new girl Hailey shows up with news that the annual Slayer convention has been the target of an attack, and all the Slayers—including Buffy, Faith, and Hailey’s older sister Vi—might be dead. That means it’s time for this generation’s Slayer to be born.

    But being the first ever Slayer-Witch means learning how to wield a stake while trying to control her budding powers. With the help of Hailey, a werewolf named Jake, and a hot but nerdy sage demon, Frankie must become the Slayer, prevent the Hellmouth from opening again, and find out what happened to her Aunt Buffy, before she’s next.

    Get ready for a whole new story within the world of Buffy!

    The first in an all-new series by New York Times best-selling author Kendare Blake continues the world of Buffy the Vampire Slayer featuring the next generation of Scoobies and Slayers who must defeat a powerful new evil.

    About the Author:

    Kendare Blake is the New York Times bestselling author of several novels and short stories. Her work is sort of dark, always violent, and features passages describing food from when she writes while hungry. She was born in July in Seoul, South Korea, but doesn’t speak a lick of Korean, as she was packed off at a very early age to her adoptive parents in the United States. That might be just an excuse, though, as she is pretty bad at learning foreign languages. She lives and writes in Gig Harbor, Washington, with her husband, their cat son Tyrion Cattister, red Doberman dog son Obi-Dog Kenobi, rottie mix dog daughter Agent Scully, and naked Sphynx cat son Armpit McGee.

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    In Every Generation Review:

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    I loved buffy the vampire slayer back in the day, and it’s so much fun to revisit these characters. Considering that Buffy has a considerable fanbase, I wondered how the author would pull the story off without upsetting the show’s fans.

    My heart jumped with joy right from the first chapter when Spike, Willow, and Oz appeared, and we returned to Sunnydale. The author beautifully sets the entry for the next Slayer, now that Buffy is no longer in the picture, and Sunnydale is filled with vampires again. In some ways, this made me bittersweet to realize that we wouldn’t see Buffy anymore; but at the same time, I liked Frankie, Hailey, Sigmund, Spike, and the team as they went on their quest.

    The author did an excellent job with the action and thrills as well. We see Frankie slay the vampires most awesomely in all true Buffy sense. It was also lovely to see the original cast use their full potential powers, like Willow’s powers of a witch. As the story progresses, you see the new Succoro and Countess studying the new Slayer, and the plot unfolds, which I felt paid a lovely homage to the series. Some notable moments in the tale are when Frankie does her first patrol or the creepy scene where Jane applies her makeup, and Buffy chases the demon and the brawl at the ravine.

    However, some moments felt illogical, even within the plot. Moreover, I think the author did not give some legacy characters proper background, so those unfamiliar with the show would not get the references.

    Nevertheless, I enjoyed reading the tale and thought the author paced it nicely, leading to a thrilling climax. Overall, “In Every Generation” is an admirable tribute and continuation to the classic series.

    Giveaway:

    3 winners will receive a finished copy of IN EVERY GENERATION, US Only.

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  • You’ll Be the Death of Me by Karen M. McManus

    You’ll Be the Death of Me by Karen M. McManus

    You'll Be the Death of Me

    You’ll Be the Death of Me by Karen M. McManus

    Release: November 30th 2021 
    Format: Paperback
    Publisher: Delacorte Press
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at:  GoodreadsAmazonKindleAudibleB&N iBooksKoboTBDBookshop.org

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    Ivy, Mateo, and Cal used to be close. Now all they have in common is Carlton High and the beginning of a very bad day.

    Type A Ivy lost a student council election to the class clown, and now she has to face the school, humiliated. Heartthrob Mateo is burned out–he’s been working two jobs since his family’s business failed. And outsider Cal just got stood up…. again.

    So when Cal pulls into campus late for class and runs into Ivy and Mateo, it seems like the perfect opportunity to turn a bad day around. They’ll ditch and go into the city. Just the three of them, like old times. Except they’ve barely left the parking lot before they run out of things to say…

    Until they spot another Carlton High student skipping school–and follow him to the scene of his own murder. In one chance move, their day turns from dull to deadly. And it’s about to get worse.

    It turns out Ivy, Mateo, and Cal still have some things in common. They all have a connection to the dead kid. And they’re all hiding something.

    Now they’re all wondering–could it be that their chance reconnection wasn’t by chance after all?

    From the author of One of Us Is Lying comes a brand-new pulse-pounding thriller. It’s Ferris Bueller’s Day Off with murder when three old friends relive an epic ditch day, and it goes horribly–and fatally–wrong.

    About the Author:

    Karen M. McManus is a #1 New York Times, USA Today, and international bestselling author of young adult thrillers. Her work, which includes the One of Us Is Lying series, Two Can Keep a Secret, The Cousins, and You’ll Be the Death of Me, has been translated into more than 40 languages worldwide. Karen lives in Massachusetts and holds a master’s degree in Journalism from Northeastern University, which she mostly uses to draft fake news stories for her novels.

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    You’ll Be the Death of Me Review:

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    “You’ll Be the Death of Me” is the latest young adult mystery thriller by one of my favorite genre authors and was a gripping read.

    I enjoyed reading “The Cousins” last year and enjoyed it, so I had similar expectations for this one. “You’ll Be the Death of Me” again is a fun murder mystery where the author adds quite a few twists and turns, especially towards the second half. While the story takes a while to set up momentum, it was hard to put down once the plot thickens. Moreover, the twist in the end as to who was responsible again threw me off and was someone I did not expect.

    All the three characters had some connection to Boney, and it was interesting to see how they got together to find out what happened. Frankly, I loved Cal’s backstory as I thought he had the juiciest secret amongst the three. However, Ivy was my favorite character, and I enjoyed her reactions to the situation. Mateo was the weakest link, in my opinion, compared to the others. On a side note, I also liked Ishaan Mittal and Zack Abrams’s side commentary on the reports of Boney’s investigation.

    However, I felt that this book took time to set up. It takes a few chapters before our characters witness what happens to Boney Mahoney, and I wish the author had added more twists in the first half. I felt the story picked up only once they broke, entered the house, and found something shocking, and when Ivy and Mateo follow Cal.

    Overall, “You’ll Be the Death of Me” is another thrilling book to add to the author’s works, and I hope she continues to write more.

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  • They Stay by Claire Fraise

    They Stay by Claire Fraise

    They Stay

    They Stay by Claire Fraise

    Release: October 12, 2021
    Format: Paperback, eBook
    Publisher: Sabertooth Press
    Source: Rockstar Book Tours
    Find it at: GoodreadsAmazon, Kindle, B&N, TBD, Bookshop.org

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    For fans of Stranger Things comes a suspenseful YA mystery about a missing kid, a girl who can see ghosts, and a horrifying crime only four outcasts have the power to stop.

    What if the only person who could help you find your missing brother was dead?

    Nothing is as important to sixteen-year-old Shiloh Oleson as her little brother Max. So when the six-year-old goes missing without a trace, a heartbroken Shiloh refuses to believe nothing can be done and sets out to find him.

    When one of Shiloh’s classmates says she knows where Max is, Shiloh hesitates to believe her. Francesca is creepy. She says she can see ghosts, but everyone knows ghosts aren’t real … right?

    But Francesca says that Max is going to be murdered.

    And a ghost told her where he is.

    As the line between the dead and living begins to blur, Shiloh starts to think Francesca might not be as crazy as she believed. One thing is becoming clear. Someone has gruesome plans for Max, and Shiloh must confront her worst nightmares to find him before it’s too late.

    THEY STAY is the first book in the thrilling They Stay Series by award-winning author Claire Fraise. Read on if you like ghost stories, plot twists, enemies-to-friends, creepy circuses, budding romance, and unlikely heroes.

    CONTENT WARNINGS: This book contains physical and mental abuse, death, violence, kidnapping, gun violence, alcohol abuse, references to suicide, implied sexual abuse (non-graphic), bullying, and mild adult language.

    About the Author:

    Claire Fraise earned her B.A. in English from Tufts University. She published her debut novel when she was 16 (award-winning YA dystopian novel IMPERFECT), and her YA supernatural thriller THEY STAY is coming out in October 2021. When Claire’s not writing, she likes crocheting amigurumi animals, reading, and hanging out with her dogs. Even though it goes against every introverted bone in her body, she is on social media. Connect with her on Instagram at @clairefraiseauthor, on YouTube at Write with Claire Fraise, or visit her website at clairefraise.com.

    Sign up here to get Claire’s Newsletter –> https://mailchi.mp/40f6e2a8c635/claire-fraise .

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    They Stay Review:

    “They Stay” is a supernatural, young adult thriller that turned out to be so much better than what I hoped.

    I’m showing my age here, but this book gave me “The Sixth Sense” vibes. The author does a great job in setting up the suspense and including dynamic characters that stand out. As soon as you meet Francesca, you know that the story will be something special because of what she brings. The author slowly adds the creepy factor, and I could not put the book down in the second half. Many moments gave me goosebumps and had me praying for the characters.

    The characters are fantastic! My heart went out to Shiloh right from the beginning when she found out that Max was missing. However, I think Francesca was my favorite character. She has an aura of mystery around her because of her unique ability. Some memorable moments are when Francesca thinks she sees George at the cemetery or when the man attacks her. It was interesting to see how Francesca paired with Shiloh to rescue Max. Similarly, even the supporting characters like Jonah and Miles are memorable and add value to the plot. Some moments that gave me goosebumps were when Shiloh sees Connie standing in the shadows or the gripping climax when everyone’s lives are in danger.

    The author also writes the story so creatively by toggling each chapter between the various perspectives. Moreover, I enjoyed the inserts between each chapter, like interview transcripts and news articles. Once you start reading, this book you will not be able to put it down.

    Overall, “They Stay” is a rollercoaster ride that you would enjoy if you were a fan of the genre. I wonder how the series would continue and look forward to reading it.

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