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The Academy Saga
Cadet-in-Training
CJ Daly
2021 Gold Medal
443 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by Ruffina Oserio for Readers' Favorite
Cadet-in-Training is an entry in The Academy Saga by CJ Daly, a mix of suspense, romance, and psychological thriller. Of all the places she could be, Kate never imagined waking up strapped to a bed in a psych ward of the Academy. Ranger has done his job and Kate has no other choice but to complete the Cadet-in-Training program. Otherwise, she will lose the one important privilege given to her: being able to see her little brother. Officer Nealson is responsible for her being in this damn hell; he’s the one who drugged and brought her in. And all of this is happening because she is “gifted.” Follow Kate as she goes through a rigorous regime preparing for her first mission. Unless she succeeds, Officer Nealson won’t be returning to missions. What is the hidden agenda of this place? Can Kate successfully fight through the program and determine her own fate?
CJ Daly’s novel is written in an engrossing first-person narrative voice and it is filled with streams of consciousnesses that plunge readers into the minds of the characters. The alternating narrative voices shift perspectives, provide insights into the characters, and help to deepen the conflict. Kate is a character that I rooted for: she is in a delicate position, and against her will. Emotionally, she is fighting between her captor and Pete, the one person who risked his life to warn her. The emotional conflict is deftly handled and it is what drives the strong suspense in this novel. As one reads from page to page, the sense of a hidden agenda becomes even more glaring and this kept me longing to see what will become of Kate Connelly. It is a fast-paced, emotionally rich, and engaging story. I was seduced by the strong narrative voice and read through the story in one night.
Cadet-in-Training is an entry in The Academy Saga by CJ Daly, a mix of suspense, romance, and psychological thriller. Of all the places she could be, Kate never imagined waking up strapped to a bed in a psych ward of the Academy. Ranger has done his job and Kate has no other choice but to complete the Cadet-in-Training program. Otherwise, she will lose the one important privilege given to her: being able to see her little brother. Officer Nealson is responsible for her being in this damn hell; he’s the one who drugged and brought her in. And all of this is happening because she is “gifted.” Follow Kate as she goes through a rigorous regime preparing for her first mission. Unless she succeeds, Officer Nealson won’t be returning to missions. What is the hidden agenda of this place? Can Kate successfully fight through the program and determine her own fate?
CJ Daly’s novel is written in an engrossing first-person narrative voice and it is filled with streams of consciousnesses that plunge readers into the minds of the characters. The alternating narrative voices shift perspectives, provide insights into the characters, and help to deepen the conflict. Kate is a character that I rooted for: she is in a delicate position, and against her will. Emotionally, she is fighting between her captor and Pete, the one person who risked his life to warn her. The emotional conflict is deftly handled and it is what drives the strong suspense in this novel. As one reads from page to page, the sense of a hidden agenda becomes even more glaring and this kept me longing to see what will become of Kate Connelly. It is a fast-paced, emotionally rich, and engaging story. I was seduced by the strong narrative voice and read through the story in one night.
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Mirrors of Life
What is Your Life in the Mirror?
Neal Owens
2020 Bronze Medal
302 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
Mirrors of Life: What is Your Life in the Mirror? by Neal Owens is a riveting young adult story that explores racial themes, family, faith, and what it takes to succeed in a society where one's background already sets one up for failure. Yvonne is a young woman whose only dream is to raise strong and God-fearing children, imbuing them with the right philosophy to make them succeed in life. When one of her sons, Derrick, acquires a fortune, he is determined to create a positive impact on the lives of others. His attempts at building a business that reduces retail and gas prices pits him against powerful men in the business, including the greedy Erich Hornsby. A spiritually centered and God-fearing man, does Derrick have the kind of fight in him to help him win in a vicious and unforgiving business environment?
The story is compelling and the author explores the experiences of black Americans and the place that spirituality has in their lives. The book is laced with spiritual references and thoughts that are insightful and philosophical. I enjoyed the scenes where characters talk about life, often drawing inspiration from the Bible or using philosophy to define a path forward. The reader meets characters who are compelled by necessity, hardship, or poverty to think deeply about life and reality, often with humor. Neal Owens infuses the story with realism and explores the depth of characters. The prose is crisp and there is a lyrical quality to the writing that makes it appealing. Mirrors of Life is gripping, entertaining, and thought-provoking.
Mirrors of Life: What is Your Life in the Mirror? by Neal Owens is a riveting young adult story that explores racial themes, family, faith, and what it takes to succeed in a society where one's background already sets one up for failure. Yvonne is a young woman whose only dream is to raise strong and God-fearing children, imbuing them with the right philosophy to make them succeed in life. When one of her sons, Derrick, acquires a fortune, he is determined to create a positive impact on the lives of others. His attempts at building a business that reduces retail and gas prices pits him against powerful men in the business, including the greedy Erich Hornsby. A spiritually centered and God-fearing man, does Derrick have the kind of fight in him to help him win in a vicious and unforgiving business environment?
The story is compelling and the author explores the experiences of black Americans and the place that spirituality has in their lives. The book is laced with spiritual references and thoughts that are insightful and philosophical. I enjoyed the scenes where characters talk about life, often drawing inspiration from the Bible or using philosophy to define a path forward. The reader meets characters who are compelled by necessity, hardship, or poverty to think deeply about life and reality, often with humor. Neal Owens infuses the story with realism and explores the depth of characters. The prose is crisp and there is a lyrical quality to the writing that makes it appealing. Mirrors of Life is gripping, entertaining, and thought-provoking.
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Floating on Secrets
Tantra Bensko
2020 Honorable Mention
362 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
Floating on Secrets by Tantra Bensko is a novel that will give you an out of body experience unlike any other. When most people want to feel detached from the world, they take drugs but not Flair. A waitress by profession, Flair Montgomery chooses sensory deprivation tanks over the local drugs to give her the feeling of calm and tranquility. Everything was great, she was enjoying the feeling of isolation while also enjoying some music when she felt someone touch her. Terrified and surprisingly excited, Flair had no idea who it was and why this person chose her. Was it her imagination or was it someone else? However, when she learns that the owner of the place has issues with being robbed, Flair started questioning the situation. What is happening? Is Flair imagining everything or there is something more to this than meets the eye?
Floating on Secrets by Tantra Bensko was a whole sensory experience. I can go on and on about how the sensory deprivation tank symbolized so many things and it will still not be enough to praise the author for this masterpiece. Author Tantra Bensko has done something incredibly vivid and sensual with this story. You have Flair, a woman who is not hesitant in getting what she wants, even if is very unconventional. She is a one-of-a-kind character that draws readers in with her uniqueness and individuality. I enjoyed her responses, how she reacted inside the tank, her response to the mystery man, and the way she handled the situation. The element of romance was brilliantly handled and the chemistry between her and her “mystery man” (I will not say his name and spoil it!) was off the charts. I loved this book. Unique and very interesting.
Floating on Secrets by Tantra Bensko is a novel that will give you an out of body experience unlike any other. When most people want to feel detached from the world, they take drugs but not Flair. A waitress by profession, Flair Montgomery chooses sensory deprivation tanks over the local drugs to give her the feeling of calm and tranquility. Everything was great, she was enjoying the feeling of isolation while also enjoying some music when she felt someone touch her. Terrified and surprisingly excited, Flair had no idea who it was and why this person chose her. Was it her imagination or was it someone else? However, when she learns that the owner of the place has issues with being robbed, Flair started questioning the situation. What is happening? Is Flair imagining everything or there is something more to this than meets the eye?
Floating on Secrets by Tantra Bensko was a whole sensory experience. I can go on and on about how the sensory deprivation tank symbolized so many things and it will still not be enough to praise the author for this masterpiece. Author Tantra Bensko has done something incredibly vivid and sensual with this story. You have Flair, a woman who is not hesitant in getting what she wants, even if is very unconventional. She is a one-of-a-kind character that draws readers in with her uniqueness and individuality. I enjoyed her responses, how she reacted inside the tank, her response to the mystery man, and the way she handled the situation. The element of romance was brilliantly handled and the chemistry between her and her “mystery man” (I will not say his name and spoil it!) was off the charts. I loved this book. Unique and very interesting.
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No Romance Allowed
Kana Wu
2020 Finalist
311 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
No Romance Allowed is a work of chick lit and women’s fiction penned by author Kana Wu, which is suitable for readers of all sensitivity levels. Our central character is Rory, a young woman living in Irvine, California, who is determined to keep up her independent life with all her heady impulses. She advertises for a female roommate to help with expenses, and eventually accepts a short-term let from a professional woman. But when Peter turns up, the brother to the woman from the agreement, Rory’s financial pressures force her to agree to him replacing his sister. So begins a light-hearted but emotive journey about getting to know others from different walks of life.
This is a thoroughly charming and enjoyable story that reminded me often of the kind of sweetness that Rainbow Rowell puts into the relationships in her novels. Author Kana Wu has captured an 'odd couple' sort of charm in Rory and Peter as these two very different souls learn to co-exist and get to know one another, and though it’s not all rainbows throughout the drama of the plot, the overall vibe is highly pleasant and fun. The dialogue offers some great comedy and pathos, and Rory is a thoroughly likable hero to the tale despite her obvious flaws: endearing and the kind of girl you’d always root for like a friend. Overall, No Romance Allowed comes highly recommended for readers who are tired of the typical chick lit romance, and are ready for something light as air and just as refreshing.
No Romance Allowed is a work of chick lit and women’s fiction penned by author Kana Wu, which is suitable for readers of all sensitivity levels. Our central character is Rory, a young woman living in Irvine, California, who is determined to keep up her independent life with all her heady impulses. She advertises for a female roommate to help with expenses, and eventually accepts a short-term let from a professional woman. But when Peter turns up, the brother to the woman from the agreement, Rory’s financial pressures force her to agree to him replacing his sister. So begins a light-hearted but emotive journey about getting to know others from different walks of life.
This is a thoroughly charming and enjoyable story that reminded me often of the kind of sweetness that Rainbow Rowell puts into the relationships in her novels. Author Kana Wu has captured an 'odd couple' sort of charm in Rory and Peter as these two very different souls learn to co-exist and get to know one another, and though it’s not all rainbows throughout the drama of the plot, the overall vibe is highly pleasant and fun. The dialogue offers some great comedy and pathos, and Rory is a thoroughly likable hero to the tale despite her obvious flaws: endearing and the kind of girl you’d always root for like a friend. Overall, No Romance Allowed comes highly recommended for readers who are tired of the typical chick lit romance, and are ready for something light as air and just as refreshing.
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The Way You Burn
A Novel
Christine Meade
2020 Silver Medal
272 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
The Way You Burn is a work of fiction in the new adult drama genre and was penned by author Christine Meade. Accessible to readers of all sensitivities thanks to its moderation of scenes of violence, language and some sexual references, this is a slow-burning tale of a couple in deep turmoil in their relationship. David and Hope have their problems, and David knows that the scars of Hope's past – both literal and figurative – mean that she will always be a challenge to love. But when a fresh start in the great outdoors throws David for a loop, he discovers that there are yet more struggles in his relationship, and indeed in what he thought was his life.
Author Christine Meade has crafted an incredible tale which smacks of intellect and an astute sense of wisdom from cover to cover. David’s personal journey serves as the central backbone to the tale and, whilst it is not always exciting, it is always poignant and highly emotive to uncover. Hope presents as an antagonistic figure, but she is well developed and fascinatingly deep as the novel progresses. In a relatively short space, personal explorations are made and the theme of growth and triumph over struggle is one which we, as readers, find ourselves yearning for. This is a highly relatable novel to younger adults finding their way in life, and overall I would highly recommend The Way You Burn for its intelligent emotional quality and the excellent narration and character development within.
The Way You Burn is a work of fiction in the new adult drama genre and was penned by author Christine Meade. Accessible to readers of all sensitivities thanks to its moderation of scenes of violence, language and some sexual references, this is a slow-burning tale of a couple in deep turmoil in their relationship. David and Hope have their problems, and David knows that the scars of Hope's past – both literal and figurative – mean that she will always be a challenge to love. But when a fresh start in the great outdoors throws David for a loop, he discovers that there are yet more struggles in his relationship, and indeed in what he thought was his life.
Author Christine Meade has crafted an incredible tale which smacks of intellect and an astute sense of wisdom from cover to cover. David’s personal journey serves as the central backbone to the tale and, whilst it is not always exciting, it is always poignant and highly emotive to uncover. Hope presents as an antagonistic figure, but she is well developed and fascinatingly deep as the novel progresses. In a relatively short space, personal explorations are made and the theme of growth and triumph over struggle is one which we, as readers, find ourselves yearning for. This is a highly relatable novel to younger adults finding their way in life, and overall I would highly recommend The Way You Burn for its intelligent emotional quality and the excellent narration and character development within.
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That's Not a Thing
A Novel
Jacqueline Friedland
2020 Gold Medal
352 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by Lisa McCombs for Readers' Favorite
In 2018, Meredith was planning her wedding to her wildly handsome doctor fiancé Aaron while staring into the eyes of her first and greatest love, Wesley. How can her heart still beat furiously in his presence? He did, after all, dump her ten years before. Re-entering her life at this crucial stage in her future plans was absolutely unacceptable. Or, was it? Maybe there is a reason for this unprecedented interruption of her plans. When she finds herself in a complicated web of half-truths and familial secrets, Meredith resigns herself to a future far unlike her expectations, yet remains true to herself in the midst of all the emotional destruction played by her own hand.
That’s Not a Thing, a novel by Jacqueline Friedland, is full of unexpected twists and plot shifts, forcing the reader to breathe cautiously into the next page. The author’s stark honesty is a mixture of pain and celebration in this fast-paced story of college love gone rogue. I found myself cheering on all the characters equally. The skeptic would argue an unrealistic perception of the attitudes present in the story, while a hopeful romantic sees possible and probable justification for the reactions evident in the script. Author Jacqueline Friedland weaves a tear-jerking story with emotional dialogue and honesty that grabs the reader and doesn’t let go until the very last page. A must-read addition to any bookshelf.
In 2018, Meredith was planning her wedding to her wildly handsome doctor fiancé Aaron while staring into the eyes of her first and greatest love, Wesley. How can her heart still beat furiously in his presence? He did, after all, dump her ten years before. Re-entering her life at this crucial stage in her future plans was absolutely unacceptable. Or, was it? Maybe there is a reason for this unprecedented interruption of her plans. When she finds herself in a complicated web of half-truths and familial secrets, Meredith resigns herself to a future far unlike her expectations, yet remains true to herself in the midst of all the emotional destruction played by her own hand.
That’s Not a Thing, a novel by Jacqueline Friedland, is full of unexpected twists and plot shifts, forcing the reader to breathe cautiously into the next page. The author’s stark honesty is a mixture of pain and celebration in this fast-paced story of college love gone rogue. I found myself cheering on all the characters equally. The skeptic would argue an unrealistic perception of the attitudes present in the story, while a hopeful romantic sees possible and probable justification for the reactions evident in the script. Author Jacqueline Friedland weaves a tear-jerking story with emotional dialogue and honesty that grabs the reader and doesn’t let go until the very last page. A must-read addition to any bookshelf.
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Imogen's Journey
Book 2 of the Chroma Trilogy
B Fleetwood
2019 Finalist
294 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by K.C. Finn for Readers' Favorite
Imogen’s Journey is a work of science fiction and fantasy aimed at young adults, written by author B Fleetwood. In a story forming the second book in the Chroma Trilogy, we return to our central heroine Imogen Reiner after she has made all the discoveries about her secret powers and her true life and origins during book one. Equipped with self-healing and the power to read Chroma – the language of other people’s auras – Imogen must set out on the arduous journey to free her father and sort-of friend Leo from the clutches of the unseen enemy who still knows her greater purpose more than she does. This time, however, her would-be kidnapper Araz claims to be on her side, and wants to help her if he can.
Full of intrigue, legends and strong interpersonal relationships, Imogen’s Journey is a well-written work which will appeal to fans of classic fantasy. It particularly reminded me of the work of Phillip Pullman, with its clear divisions of good and evil and well devised plot full of interesting and mysterious characters. I didn’t care for Leo much, but the plot between Imogen and Araz was really fun and would certainly appeal to the target audience. Overall, this is also a clean read with a little stylized fantasy violence, highly suitable for young adult readers from twelve upwards, and B Fleetwood’s prose will carry you through the plot without ever jarring or faltering. I’d certainly recommend Imogen’s Journey as a compelling tale of supernatural powers, secret institutions and mysterious discoveries.
Imogen’s Journey is a work of science fiction and fantasy aimed at young adults, written by author B Fleetwood. In a story forming the second book in the Chroma Trilogy, we return to our central heroine Imogen Reiner after she has made all the discoveries about her secret powers and her true life and origins during book one. Equipped with self-healing and the power to read Chroma – the language of other people’s auras – Imogen must set out on the arduous journey to free her father and sort-of friend Leo from the clutches of the unseen enemy who still knows her greater purpose more than she does. This time, however, her would-be kidnapper Araz claims to be on her side, and wants to help her if he can.
Full of intrigue, legends and strong interpersonal relationships, Imogen’s Journey is a well-written work which will appeal to fans of classic fantasy. It particularly reminded me of the work of Phillip Pullman, with its clear divisions of good and evil and well devised plot full of interesting and mysterious characters. I didn’t care for Leo much, but the plot between Imogen and Araz was really fun and would certainly appeal to the target audience. Overall, this is also a clean read with a little stylized fantasy violence, highly suitable for young adult readers from twelve upwards, and B Fleetwood’s prose will carry you through the plot without ever jarring or faltering. I’d certainly recommend Imogen’s Journey as a compelling tale of supernatural powers, secret institutions and mysterious discoveries.
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My Beloved Past
Sista's Book 5
Anne Marie Citro
2019 Honorable Mention
422 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
My Beloved Past is the story of Zara, a determined woman who trying to find her happiness and her life once again. She loves her job and she loves her friends, her support system is strong which is helping her rebuild her life as she wants. Although she is in a good place in her life, she is still trying to run from her past. Jake has also been mesmerized by one girl whom he met when they were teenagers. She left a huge impact on his soul and since then he has been looking for her in every other woman he comes across. A chance encounter is destined to bring these two together, but it is up to them to build their relationship and hope for the best. Can they both let go of the past to build a future together?
My Beloved Past by Anne Marie Citro is the fifth book in the Sista's series and it is quickly becoming my favorite series. This is the story of Zara and Jake, two people who are fighting the past and trying to make their future. I love the fact that author Anne Marie Citro creates some of the strongest and most determined characters. While Zara is rebuilding her life and trying to rise from the ashes, Jake is trying to find a way to live with his past while also staying focused on the future. Zara is a strong woman who is determined to make a good life for herself while Jake is trying to find that one person that made his life bright. He wants to help Zara, but at her pace and only if she is willing. I loved that and I loved their chemistry. This story is just beautiful!
My Beloved Past is the story of Zara, a determined woman who trying to find her happiness and her life once again. She loves her job and she loves her friends, her support system is strong which is helping her rebuild her life as she wants. Although she is in a good place in her life, she is still trying to run from her past. Jake has also been mesmerized by one girl whom he met when they were teenagers. She left a huge impact on his soul and since then he has been looking for her in every other woman he comes across. A chance encounter is destined to bring these two together, but it is up to them to build their relationship and hope for the best. Can they both let go of the past to build a future together?
My Beloved Past by Anne Marie Citro is the fifth book in the Sista's series and it is quickly becoming my favorite series. This is the story of Zara and Jake, two people who are fighting the past and trying to make their future. I love the fact that author Anne Marie Citro creates some of the strongest and most determined characters. While Zara is rebuilding her life and trying to rise from the ashes, Jake is trying to find a way to live with his past while also staying focused on the future. Zara is a strong woman who is determined to make a good life for herself while Jake is trying to find that one person that made his life bright. He wants to help Zara, but at her pace and only if she is willing. I loved that and I loved their chemistry. This story is just beautiful!
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Where Do You Go To
Jean Cerfontaine
2019 Bronze Medal
295 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by Lesley Jones for Readers' Favorite
In Where Do You Go To by Jean Cerfontaine, the year is 1948, Marie-Claire is eight years old, lost, cold and covered in blood. She can remember nothing of the events that brought her there, apart from a strong feeling she is escaping from something. She finds refuge in a nearby church and falls asleep, waking up in an orphanage just outside Rome the following day. Marie-Claire is soon adopted by the French ambassador and his wife. This is the beginning of a new life, travelling with her parents across post-war Europe from Greece to Moscow, where she is a promising student of the Bolshoi ballet. By 1965, Marie-Claire is living in Paris and mixing with the elite of society. She seems to have everything, but Marie-Claire is haunted by dark and sinister dreams. Are they a clue to her mysterious past? A chance encounter is about to uncover the truth behind that fateful night of 1948.
Prepare to be transported back to postwar Europe in this well-researched and engaging novel based on the song by Peter Sarstedt. The author really grabbed my attention with the opening scene and that continued throughout the book. Marie-Claire was such a beautiful character. Although she lived a very affluent lifestyle, she never lost her humility and compassion for others. The detail in the narrative is excellent and really transports you back to the eras of post-war Europe and the Communist Soviet Union. The characters were realistic and came to life, as did the setting of the story. This book has taken me on a wonderful journey emotionally. There are great moments of conflict and plot twists, but I never could have imagined the truth behind Marie-Claire's nightmares. The ending will bring a tear to the most hardened of hearts and the last line, ‘the pillow was dry’, was perfect.
In Where Do You Go To by Jean Cerfontaine, the year is 1948, Marie-Claire is eight years old, lost, cold and covered in blood. She can remember nothing of the events that brought her there, apart from a strong feeling she is escaping from something. She finds refuge in a nearby church and falls asleep, waking up in an orphanage just outside Rome the following day. Marie-Claire is soon adopted by the French ambassador and his wife. This is the beginning of a new life, travelling with her parents across post-war Europe from Greece to Moscow, where she is a promising student of the Bolshoi ballet. By 1965, Marie-Claire is living in Paris and mixing with the elite of society. She seems to have everything, but Marie-Claire is haunted by dark and sinister dreams. Are they a clue to her mysterious past? A chance encounter is about to uncover the truth behind that fateful night of 1948.
Prepare to be transported back to postwar Europe in this well-researched and engaging novel based on the song by Peter Sarstedt. The author really grabbed my attention with the opening scene and that continued throughout the book. Marie-Claire was such a beautiful character. Although she lived a very affluent lifestyle, she never lost her humility and compassion for others. The detail in the narrative is excellent and really transports you back to the eras of post-war Europe and the Communist Soviet Union. The characters were realistic and came to life, as did the setting of the story. This book has taken me on a wonderful journey emotionally. There are great moments of conflict and plot twists, but I never could have imagined the truth behind Marie-Claire's nightmares. The ending will bring a tear to the most hardened of hearts and the last line, ‘the pillow was dry’, was perfect.
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Relics of Andromeda
Jonathan Michael Erickson
2019 Silver Medal
381 Pages
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Fiction - New Adult
Reviewed by K.J. Simmill for Readers' Favorite
Anka had been raised to fear relics; touching them was taboo. Their power had razed cities, and had destroyed the bridge between worlds. So when one called out to her by name she knew true fear. She was a warrior in her village, brave, quick, and strong, yet the pull was impossible to resist. As is their way, when a person discovers a relic a walk down the Long Road is made to secure the item in Ankharra. With her on this journey is her friend and shaman, Tamreh, and her closest friend, Trevor. Little do they know the journey they are about to undertake is nothing like the one they expected. All is not as it should be, as it has been for the relic carriers before, and this change in tradition breeds distrust that is answered in drastic actions.
In Jonathan Michael Erickson's Relics of Andromeda, time travel, myths, fear, foreboding and danger unite in a tangled web to deliver an intriguing and gripping plot. There is some fun and amazing use of science fiction technology, along with attention to world building, cultures, ideas, and implementations that made this book a real pleasure to read. I enjoyed the struggles of the main characters and their gradual tempering as the plot progresses. You are invested in the characters from the start, which is a feeling that only grows through their hardship, discovery, and betrayal. Jonathan Michael Erickson has created an amazing, deep, and complex world, matching it with characters, structures, history, futures, and a threat every bit as deep. Action, betrayal, heartache, heroics, and daring fill this book to the brim as past, present, and future collide. I can honestly say I am on tenterhooks to find out what happens next.
Anka had been raised to fear relics; touching them was taboo. Their power had razed cities, and had destroyed the bridge between worlds. So when one called out to her by name she knew true fear. She was a warrior in her village, brave, quick, and strong, yet the pull was impossible to resist. As is their way, when a person discovers a relic a walk down the Long Road is made to secure the item in Ankharra. With her on this journey is her friend and shaman, Tamreh, and her closest friend, Trevor. Little do they know the journey they are about to undertake is nothing like the one they expected. All is not as it should be, as it has been for the relic carriers before, and this change in tradition breeds distrust that is answered in drastic actions.
In Jonathan Michael Erickson's Relics of Andromeda, time travel, myths, fear, foreboding and danger unite in a tangled web to deliver an intriguing and gripping plot. There is some fun and amazing use of science fiction technology, along with attention to world building, cultures, ideas, and implementations that made this book a real pleasure to read. I enjoyed the struggles of the main characters and their gradual tempering as the plot progresses. You are invested in the characters from the start, which is a feeling that only grows through their hardship, discovery, and betrayal. Jonathan Michael Erickson has created an amazing, deep, and complex world, matching it with characters, structures, history, futures, and a threat every bit as deep. Action, betrayal, heartache, heroics, and daring fill this book to the brim as past, present, and future collide. I can honestly say I am on tenterhooks to find out what happens next.
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