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Rift Healer
Diane Haynes
2013 Finalist
306 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
"Rift Healer" by Diane M. Haynes is a young adult fantasy sure to please readers. A small earthquake opened rifts allowing vile creatures to escape and terrorize the enchanted forest. Gisele turned to her friends for help but only two teenagers were willing to help, Micah and Selena. Haley and Lacey were fourteen year old identical twins, yet it was Haley that caught Micah’s attention. Micah may only be sixteen years old but already he had broken many hearts. Micah’s great-aunt Gisele was determined to keep him away from her best friend’s grand daughter. Haley was the more intuitive of the two girls. When she felt the earthquake it left her concerned. Soon she was experiencing nightmares and itchy palms. “The creatures must be destroyed or returned to the earth, and then the rifts must be closed and healed.” Haley had no idea about the power that lay dormant inside of her.
"Rift Healer" is an entertaining read. Author Diane M. Haynes combines fantasy, suspense, and romance to create a real page turner. The plot grabbed my attention early on and held it to the last page. The characters are fascinating, especially Haley and Micah. From the first chapter you know they are meant to be together. I can’t begin to describe all the cool things that happen in this book. Readers will be spellbound by people turning into trees and crystals, fighting trolls and scorpions, and taking a ride on a dragon. Kudos to Diane M. Haynes.
"Rift Healer" by Diane M. Haynes is a young adult fantasy sure to please readers. A small earthquake opened rifts allowing vile creatures to escape and terrorize the enchanted forest. Gisele turned to her friends for help but only two teenagers were willing to help, Micah and Selena. Haley and Lacey were fourteen year old identical twins, yet it was Haley that caught Micah’s attention. Micah may only be sixteen years old but already he had broken many hearts. Micah’s great-aunt Gisele was determined to keep him away from her best friend’s grand daughter. Haley was the more intuitive of the two girls. When she felt the earthquake it left her concerned. Soon she was experiencing nightmares and itchy palms. “The creatures must be destroyed or returned to the earth, and then the rifts must be closed and healed.” Haley had no idea about the power that lay dormant inside of her.
"Rift Healer" is an entertaining read. Author Diane M. Haynes combines fantasy, suspense, and romance to create a real page turner. The plot grabbed my attention early on and held it to the last page. The characters are fascinating, especially Haley and Micah. From the first chapter you know they are meant to be together. I can’t begin to describe all the cool things that happen in this book. Readers will be spellbound by people turning into trees and crystals, fighting trolls and scorpions, and taking a ride on a dragon. Kudos to Diane M. Haynes.
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A Trevott's Tale
Julius David Adelar
2013 Bronze Medal
804 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Author Anna del C. Dye for Readers' Favorite
A Trevott's Tale is a charming story about small people and their doings in a land named Trelandia. The tale starts by introducing some of the people and places of this world. It progresses to a particular young Trevott by the name of Waldon Woodott. His parents died when a dragon burned their town, so he was raised by the master of the great tree. This tree is quite unique, and its biggest room houses all the books ever written, maps and tales ever told.
Everything changes for the quiet Waldon when a human, the very one who saved him from the inferno when his parents died, has come for a business visit. The human, Gadhelix, is a long-time friend of Master Boughbound, the tree master, and brought a parchment addressed to Waldon. And what does the parchment say? That he had a wealthy long lost uncle who has left everything to him!
This book is composed of two books under one cover. It is a beautifully written and enthralling tale. It is a somewhat slower paced fantasy for those who love to take time to savor the words, the world and the people therein. I believe that it could use more dialogue to spread around the descriptions within the pages, thus enticing young audiences to read it. I would recommend this book from teen to adults. It is full of run-on sentences, but I thought they make the tale sound charming.
A Trevott's Tale is a charming story about small people and their doings in a land named Trelandia. The tale starts by introducing some of the people and places of this world. It progresses to a particular young Trevott by the name of Waldon Woodott. His parents died when a dragon burned their town, so he was raised by the master of the great tree. This tree is quite unique, and its biggest room houses all the books ever written, maps and tales ever told.
Everything changes for the quiet Waldon when a human, the very one who saved him from the inferno when his parents died, has come for a business visit. The human, Gadhelix, is a long-time friend of Master Boughbound, the tree master, and brought a parchment addressed to Waldon. And what does the parchment say? That he had a wealthy long lost uncle who has left everything to him!
This book is composed of two books under one cover. It is a beautifully written and enthralling tale. It is a somewhat slower paced fantasy for those who love to take time to savor the words, the world and the people therein. I believe that it could use more dialogue to spread around the descriptions within the pages, thus enticing young audiences to read it. I would recommend this book from teen to adults. It is full of run-on sentences, but I thought they make the tale sound charming.
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Tin Can
Colin Noble
2012 Finalist
502 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
"Tin Can" is an exciting space adventure. Eight year old Billy, fourteen year old Jacob, Quincy a genetically altered Lemur, and their parents, Dave and Lucy Edwards, embark on a mission to Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons, hoping to find it safe to colonize. Storms and radiation caused by the sun’s instability have battered Earth, forcing people to live underground and destroying the food supply. Knowing the danger they are in, Dave drives Jacob to learn as much as possible about the ship, thinking Billy incapable of learning. A tragic accident leaves the boys and Quincy to survive on their own, and the crisis brings out the best in Billy. While Billy can barely read, he understands space from a unique perspective. And Quincy, bred for only simple tasks, in truth has a much higher intelligence and is capable of much more.
"Tin Can" by Colin Noble is a fascinating and entertaining space adventure. The tale is fast-paced, and Noble keeps up the pace until the very end. The lead characters have tremendous depth and it is fun watching them develop and grow. Jacob, Billy and Quincy have to learn to work together as a team. Each has unique talents that were never appreciated before. Suddenly these talents are essential. At the beginning I was reminded of the TV show “Lost In Space” of the 60s, but I quickly realized this space tale has more depth. Noble drew me into the story and made me part of the crew. I highly recommend “Tin Can” and the author Colin Noble.
"Tin Can" is an exciting space adventure. Eight year old Billy, fourteen year old Jacob, Quincy a genetically altered Lemur, and their parents, Dave and Lucy Edwards, embark on a mission to Europa, one of Jupiter’s moons, hoping to find it safe to colonize. Storms and radiation caused by the sun’s instability have battered Earth, forcing people to live underground and destroying the food supply. Knowing the danger they are in, Dave drives Jacob to learn as much as possible about the ship, thinking Billy incapable of learning. A tragic accident leaves the boys and Quincy to survive on their own, and the crisis brings out the best in Billy. While Billy can barely read, he understands space from a unique perspective. And Quincy, bred for only simple tasks, in truth has a much higher intelligence and is capable of much more.
"Tin Can" by Colin Noble is a fascinating and entertaining space adventure. The tale is fast-paced, and Noble keeps up the pace until the very end. The lead characters have tremendous depth and it is fun watching them develop and grow. Jacob, Billy and Quincy have to learn to work together as a team. Each has unique talents that were never appreciated before. Suddenly these talents are essential. At the beginning I was reminded of the TV show “Lost In Space” of the 60s, but I quickly realized this space tale has more depth. Noble drew me into the story and made me part of the crew. I highly recommend “Tin Can” and the author Colin Noble.
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The River Riders
Miriam's Seed
Kevin White
2012 Bronze Medal
241 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Anne Boling for Readers' Favorite
The people of the town avoided Zeke; they thought he was crazy or at the least a tramp and that he didn’t smell very good. However, the animals knew better; he always had little treats in his pocket for him. Most of the town’s people just kept hoping he would disappear. The widow woman and her daughter who lived closed to Green Meadow were kind to Zeke and would leave out a bowl of stew or soup each day along with a piece of bread. Miriam questioned her mother as to why she worried so much about a stranger. The widow was grateful to him for he had brought Miriam to her and Ben, her deceased husband. This just made Miriam more curious. Zeke stayed away for a long time but when he did return it was with a warning. Suddenly they were surrounded by danger. Everyone in Apple Grove feared the forest, yet that was where Zeke led them.
Young adult fantasy is one of my favorite genres, especially when it has that special quality that makes it mystical, suspenseful with a touch of danger. Kevin White’s tale quickly captured my attention and held it to the very last page. Zeke and Miriam are both heartwarming characters. Nanna is such a kind and perceptive character in this tale that she demonstrates compassion and mercy where few others in Apple Grove demonstrate anything other than fear, suspicion and cruelty. Kevin White is a name to remember. I will be looking for more books by him.
The people of the town avoided Zeke; they thought he was crazy or at the least a tramp and that he didn’t smell very good. However, the animals knew better; he always had little treats in his pocket for him. Most of the town’s people just kept hoping he would disappear. The widow woman and her daughter who lived closed to Green Meadow were kind to Zeke and would leave out a bowl of stew or soup each day along with a piece of bread. Miriam questioned her mother as to why she worried so much about a stranger. The widow was grateful to him for he had brought Miriam to her and Ben, her deceased husband. This just made Miriam more curious. Zeke stayed away for a long time but when he did return it was with a warning. Suddenly they were surrounded by danger. Everyone in Apple Grove feared the forest, yet that was where Zeke led them.
Young adult fantasy is one of my favorite genres, especially when it has that special quality that makes it mystical, suspenseful with a touch of danger. Kevin White’s tale quickly captured my attention and held it to the very last page. Zeke and Miriam are both heartwarming characters. Nanna is such a kind and perceptive character in this tale that she demonstrates compassion and mercy where few others in Apple Grove demonstrate anything other than fear, suspicion and cruelty. Kevin White is a name to remember. I will be looking for more books by him.
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Rebellion of Silence
The Adon Series
Brittney Martin
2012 Finalist
286 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Alice DiNizo for Readers' Favorite
"Rebellion of Silence" is set in the city of Kirave in a future world where violent, blood-thirsty creatures called Rahion are invading what's left of the city and killing off the remains of its populations. The Leagian are still in control of Kirave but it is believed that these rulers are purposely letting in the Rahion. Teenage Avarah, whose father is a Leagian Council Judge who has contributed to killing thousands of people, turns to the outlawed group called Silence, young people who seek to end Kirave's violence and bring peace to the city. Avarah is attracted to Sier, one of the leaders of Silence, whose own family were Leagian. Sier and his brother were tortured by Leagian guards and their blood tainted to include Rahion blood. Sier, Danick and his girlfriend Shayli include Avarah in their fight against the Rahion invasion. Will they succeed?
"Rebellion of Silence" is a well-written and well-edited fantasy that features four young and very brave adults, Sier, Ararah, Danick and Shayli, who endure life-threatening situations on their quest to end evil in their town of Kirave. The characters are totally believable as they snack on pizza and dance while resting from their fight. The dialogue is authentic. On page 67 Shayli asks Avarah if she knows any history. Avarah responds, "History. History is forbidden." Then she adds, “I don't know any history but I would also like to learn." Good dialogue, believable characters on an honorable quest with a hint of sequels to come, fantasy writing doesn't get better!
"Rebellion of Silence" is set in the city of Kirave in a future world where violent, blood-thirsty creatures called Rahion are invading what's left of the city and killing off the remains of its populations. The Leagian are still in control of Kirave but it is believed that these rulers are purposely letting in the Rahion. Teenage Avarah, whose father is a Leagian Council Judge who has contributed to killing thousands of people, turns to the outlawed group called Silence, young people who seek to end Kirave's violence and bring peace to the city. Avarah is attracted to Sier, one of the leaders of Silence, whose own family were Leagian. Sier and his brother were tortured by Leagian guards and their blood tainted to include Rahion blood. Sier, Danick and his girlfriend Shayli include Avarah in their fight against the Rahion invasion. Will they succeed?
"Rebellion of Silence" is a well-written and well-edited fantasy that features four young and very brave adults, Sier, Ararah, Danick and Shayli, who endure life-threatening situations on their quest to end evil in their town of Kirave. The characters are totally believable as they snack on pizza and dance while resting from their fight. The dialogue is authentic. On page 67 Shayli asks Avarah if she knows any history. Avarah responds, "History. History is forbidden." Then she adds, “I don't know any history but I would also like to learn." Good dialogue, believable characters on an honorable quest with a hint of sequels to come, fantasy writing doesn't get better!
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Rosi's Castle
Edward Eaton
2012 Silver Medal
200 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Lorraine Carey for Readers' Favorite
"Rosi's Castle" will capture the curiosity of the YA reader when an orphaned young teen is catapulted into the world of the bizarre and paranormal as she is sent away to live with an uncle in a small New England town. She settles in an eerie castle that holds dark secrets and magic deep within its walls. Unbeknownst to her, she
discovers that she holds the magic key and learns the town's secret to the never-ending paranormal events around every dark corner. Shades of the 1980's thriller "The Fog" came to mind. Rosi's quick wit and sharp tongue surprisingly save her on many occasions. Rosi was left with a lot of responsibility here and a huge burden to bear.
Edward Eaton is a master at setting the stage with great descriptive wording. I felt myself right there with Rosi as she discovers this charming but gloomy place. The plot is highly believable and I even found myself feeling sorry for the victims. I feel young teens who enjoy the paranormal will find this story very enticing. Eaton has included some well known interesting factual data on the paranormal and some bits of new age science terminology which strikes a cord of high interest. Each magical event held a different level of excitement. As an enthusiast myself and an author of this subject, I was engaged all throughout the story. As a veteran Reading Specialist I can tell you this was always the kind of genre my students craved!
"Rosi's Castle" will capture the curiosity of the YA reader when an orphaned young teen is catapulted into the world of the bizarre and paranormal as she is sent away to live with an uncle in a small New England town. She settles in an eerie castle that holds dark secrets and magic deep within its walls. Unbeknownst to her, she
discovers that she holds the magic key and learns the town's secret to the never-ending paranormal events around every dark corner. Shades of the 1980's thriller "The Fog" came to mind. Rosi's quick wit and sharp tongue surprisingly save her on many occasions. Rosi was left with a lot of responsibility here and a huge burden to bear.
Edward Eaton is a master at setting the stage with great descriptive wording. I felt myself right there with Rosi as she discovers this charming but gloomy place. The plot is highly believable and I even found myself feeling sorry for the victims. I feel young teens who enjoy the paranormal will find this story very enticing. Eaton has included some well known interesting factual data on the paranormal and some bits of new age science terminology which strikes a cord of high interest. Each magical event held a different level of excitement. As an enthusiast myself and an author of this subject, I was engaged all throughout the story. As a veteran Reading Specialist I can tell you this was always the kind of genre my students craved!
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The Dragonfly Prophecy
Jacquelyn Castle
2012 Gold Medal
290 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Tara T for Readers' Favorite
The Dragonfly Prophecy by Jacquelyn Castle is a wonderful book for young adults that takes you on a journey to another universe! As we begin the book and meet Lexi we are taken on an adventure into another dimension. As we get to know Lexi, her friends and her loves, we are taken through the mystery of why and how to travel to this unknown place. Lexi is torn between two mystery men. Who really knows what is best for her? We are rooting for Lexi to make the right choice in boyfriends and to become a superhero with her "gifts." We get to know all sorts of "heroes" with special gifts.
Ms. Castle has written a very tasteful adventure for young adults. The main character is very likeable and realistic. I liked the fact that the reader is brought into Lexi's world and we learn as Lexi learns about her "gifts" and what this alternate universe is all about. I felt as though I were watching a movie. Ms. Castle did a great job of mixing mystery and adventure into her book. I appreciate that Ms. Castle kept the characters honorable. Teens and preteens need role models that can be respected and Ms. Castle does a fine job of making these characters respectable and likeable. I would have enjoyed this book as a young adult and would feel comfortable recommending it to the young adults I know. I can see it as part of a future series of books with Lexi being the star of many future adventures.
The Dragonfly Prophecy by Jacquelyn Castle is a wonderful book for young adults that takes you on a journey to another universe! As we begin the book and meet Lexi we are taken on an adventure into another dimension. As we get to know Lexi, her friends and her loves, we are taken through the mystery of why and how to travel to this unknown place. Lexi is torn between two mystery men. Who really knows what is best for her? We are rooting for Lexi to make the right choice in boyfriends and to become a superhero with her "gifts." We get to know all sorts of "heroes" with special gifts.
Ms. Castle has written a very tasteful adventure for young adults. The main character is very likeable and realistic. I liked the fact that the reader is brought into Lexi's world and we learn as Lexi learns about her "gifts" and what this alternate universe is all about. I felt as though I were watching a movie. Ms. Castle did a great job of mixing mystery and adventure into her book. I appreciate that Ms. Castle kept the characters honorable. Teens and preteens need role models that can be respected and Ms. Castle does a fine job of making these characters respectable and likeable. I would have enjoyed this book as a young adult and would feel comfortable recommending it to the young adults I know. I can see it as part of a future series of books with Lexi being the star of many future adventures.
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Haunting
B. J. Sheldon
2011 Silver Medal
170 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Brenda Casto for Readers' Favorite
Dustyn Jane Vermeer is in love with the perfect man. There's only one problem: he is dead!
Sixteen-year-old Dusty was was living in Florida with her dad and older sister, Sadie, when a family tragedy caused them to move back to their dad's childhood home, a 95-year-old farmhouse in Hull, Iowa.
Life in a new school is pretty normal, but at home in her bedroom, some weird things are taking place. Dusty begins having dreams about Jack, a handsome young soldier in the Korean War who begins haunting her. They assume he must have died in the war, but when a kiss between the two unlocks his memory, Jack realizes he made it home from the war but was murdered, and he knows who the killer is. When Dusty decides to confront the killer, suddenly her life is in danger!
I loved this story. It was interesting how Jack haunted Dusty, not only banging around in her room, but also showing up in her dreams. I must say, when the strange things started happening in her room, it was a bit creepy; but once introduced to Jack, I started seeing him not as a ghost, but instead as a young man who was cheated out of life. I could easily see why Dusty would fall for him, but she also had feelings for her boyfriend, Mike. It was nice that there was the secondary story of Dusty's school and family life. This is one of those stories that never has a down time because the author keeps the plot moving along and is always throwing in little twists.
This book gives the reader a bit of everything; there's tragedy, romance, boyfriend trouble, school drama, mystery and a bit of edge-of-your-seat suspense. Roll that together with the paranormal elements of the story, and you have a book that will easily appeal not only to young adults, but to anyone who enjoys a good story with a paranormal twist.
Dustyn Jane Vermeer is in love with the perfect man. There's only one problem: he is dead!
Sixteen-year-old Dusty was was living in Florida with her dad and older sister, Sadie, when a family tragedy caused them to move back to their dad's childhood home, a 95-year-old farmhouse in Hull, Iowa.
Life in a new school is pretty normal, but at home in her bedroom, some weird things are taking place. Dusty begins having dreams about Jack, a handsome young soldier in the Korean War who begins haunting her. They assume he must have died in the war, but when a kiss between the two unlocks his memory, Jack realizes he made it home from the war but was murdered, and he knows who the killer is. When Dusty decides to confront the killer, suddenly her life is in danger!
I loved this story. It was interesting how Jack haunted Dusty, not only banging around in her room, but also showing up in her dreams. I must say, when the strange things started happening in her room, it was a bit creepy; but once introduced to Jack, I started seeing him not as a ghost, but instead as a young man who was cheated out of life. I could easily see why Dusty would fall for him, but she also had feelings for her boyfriend, Mike. It was nice that there was the secondary story of Dusty's school and family life. This is one of those stories that never has a down time because the author keeps the plot moving along and is always throwing in little twists.
This book gives the reader a bit of everything; there's tragedy, romance, boyfriend trouble, school drama, mystery and a bit of edge-of-your-seat suspense. Roll that together with the paranormal elements of the story, and you have a book that will easily appeal not only to young adults, but to anyone who enjoys a good story with a paranormal twist.
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Valhai
Gillian Andrews
2011 Bronze Medal
310 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Alice DiNizo for Readers' Favorite
The Sellites from the planet Valhai have arrived on the distant planet Coriolis to take their new batch of fourteen-year-old apprentices back to Valhai. Among these teenagers are Diva, a daughter of a ruling Coriolan elder, and Six, a nameless, homeless teen from nearby planet Kwaide. Diva and Six team up with Grace, a Sellite who has not been modified and with Vion, a young Sellite doctor who will not buy into how Sellites have been using, and then killing off, young Coriolian apprentices. They work with Arcan, the true ruler of Valhai, to combat the Sellites. But can four teenagers and an inhuman force win?
Valhai is adolescent science fiction at its very best. Major and minor characters are well-drawn and act believably throughout the story, which is Book One in the Ammonite Galaxy series. Even the "bad guys" in this engrossing tale are believable and serve to draw the reader into the tale and its exciting conclusion.
The plot proceeds smoothly until story's end and will engross even those readers who don't normally read science fiction. The story itself is well-edited without typographical errors and misspellings. Typos and poor grammar would be disastrous for a story such as this where the reader will be spellbound as the storyline marches on to its conclusion.
Valhai is an appealing, interesting work of science fiction. Teachers and librarians everywhere will welcome its presence on their bookshelves. They can put it in a student's hands, knowing it will be well-received by even the most reluctant of readers.
The Sellites from the planet Valhai have arrived on the distant planet Coriolis to take their new batch of fourteen-year-old apprentices back to Valhai. Among these teenagers are Diva, a daughter of a ruling Coriolan elder, and Six, a nameless, homeless teen from nearby planet Kwaide. Diva and Six team up with Grace, a Sellite who has not been modified and with Vion, a young Sellite doctor who will not buy into how Sellites have been using, and then killing off, young Coriolian apprentices. They work with Arcan, the true ruler of Valhai, to combat the Sellites. But can four teenagers and an inhuman force win?
Valhai is adolescent science fiction at its very best. Major and minor characters are well-drawn and act believably throughout the story, which is Book One in the Ammonite Galaxy series. Even the "bad guys" in this engrossing tale are believable and serve to draw the reader into the tale and its exciting conclusion.
The plot proceeds smoothly until story's end and will engross even those readers who don't normally read science fiction. The story itself is well-edited without typographical errors and misspellings. Typos and poor grammar would be disastrous for a story such as this where the reader will be spellbound as the storyline marches on to its conclusion.
Valhai is an appealing, interesting work of science fiction. Teachers and librarians everywhere will welcome its presence on their bookshelves. They can put it in a student's hands, knowing it will be well-received by even the most reluctant of readers.
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Stay
C.C. Jackson
2011 Finalist
322 Pages
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Young Adult - Sci-Fi
Reviewed by Daylin M. for Readers' Favorite
In the novel Stay, by C.C. Jackson, Callie is shocked when she is ripped from her home in Louisiana in the middle of the night by a mysterious, muscular man. He takes her to a city named Petrona, of which she has no recollection, and is told that she is the queen. The man who took her from her home tells her that they are meant to be together, that he wishes she could remember their time together, and that he loves her deeply; but still Callie cannot remember. She learns that she isn't even human; in fact she is a fairy. Her journey throughout the book is one that requires strength, braveness, and curiosity.
Stay is a wonderful novel with an exceptional plot line. I loved the book dearly. However, there are a few editing mistakes, and it could have been much longer. In fact, I wish it had been developed by Jackson into perhaps a 300-400 page novel. More background information is definitely needed about Callie's parents and her normal, human life. But, Stay is still an amazing novel. This book is full of adventure and romance! The magical and sci-fi elements add a lot of fun and excitement, and the girl power makes me feel like I can take on the world. This is a book for teenagers and adults alike. C.C. Jackson is a genius, and I promise if you buy this book, you will not regret it! Take it to the beach, your couch, wherever, but read it!
In the novel Stay, by C.C. Jackson, Callie is shocked when she is ripped from her home in Louisiana in the middle of the night by a mysterious, muscular man. He takes her to a city named Petrona, of which she has no recollection, and is told that she is the queen. The man who took her from her home tells her that they are meant to be together, that he wishes she could remember their time together, and that he loves her deeply; but still Callie cannot remember. She learns that she isn't even human; in fact she is a fairy. Her journey throughout the book is one that requires strength, braveness, and curiosity.
Stay is a wonderful novel with an exceptional plot line. I loved the book dearly. However, there are a few editing mistakes, and it could have been much longer. In fact, I wish it had been developed by Jackson into perhaps a 300-400 page novel. More background information is definitely needed about Callie's parents and her normal, human life. But, Stay is still an amazing novel. This book is full of adventure and romance! The magical and sci-fi elements add a lot of fun and excitement, and the girl power makes me feel like I can take on the world. This is a book for teenagers and adults alike. C.C. Jackson is a genius, and I promise if you buy this book, you will not regret it! Take it to the beach, your couch, wherever, but read it!
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