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Mars Away
Jeff Christopher Leonard
2017 Finalist
242 Pages
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Young Adult - Thriller
Reviewed by Jose Cornelio for Readers' Favorite
Mars Away by Jeff Christopher Leonard is a science fiction story that has a strong appeal to young adult readers. Set in 2050, the story follows Devin Xyear, the youngest NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion of all time. He loves Earth and has no intention of leaving it, but Earth is dying, and plans to start the migration to Mars are underway. Losing his family tragically is a blow that Devin is having a hard time dealing with, and when he runs afoul the law, he is tasked to travel to Mars on a special mission. He is the one person with the driving skills and the speed required to navigate Olympus Mons and set off a bomb that will trigger a geologic reaction needed to make Mars habitable for humans. Can Devin complete this mission and become humanity’s hero or will he get stuck on Mars?
This is an exhilarating ride with a young protagonist that I fell in love with from the very beginning. Mars Away is fast-paced, and I loved the idea behind this novel. It is original and the plot has realistic points, from a dying Earth — a reality that is unfolding before the eyes of contemporary humans — to the inhospitable Mars. The story is written in such a way that I found myself rooting for the protagonist. Jeff Christopher Leonard is a great storyteller and he writes in beautiful prose, bringing alive a world that readers want to navigate. The pacing is fast, the conflict a global one, and the setting skillfully written. While this is an entertaining novel, it is filled with reality and provokes conversation on the survival of the human race.
Mars Away by Jeff Christopher Leonard is a science fiction story that has a strong appeal to young adult readers. Set in 2050, the story follows Devin Xyear, the youngest NASCAR Sprint Cup Series champion of all time. He loves Earth and has no intention of leaving it, but Earth is dying, and plans to start the migration to Mars are underway. Losing his family tragically is a blow that Devin is having a hard time dealing with, and when he runs afoul the law, he is tasked to travel to Mars on a special mission. He is the one person with the driving skills and the speed required to navigate Olympus Mons and set off a bomb that will trigger a geologic reaction needed to make Mars habitable for humans. Can Devin complete this mission and become humanity’s hero or will he get stuck on Mars?
This is an exhilarating ride with a young protagonist that I fell in love with from the very beginning. Mars Away is fast-paced, and I loved the idea behind this novel. It is original and the plot has realistic points, from a dying Earth — a reality that is unfolding before the eyes of contemporary humans — to the inhospitable Mars. The story is written in such a way that I found myself rooting for the protagonist. Jeff Christopher Leonard is a great storyteller and he writes in beautiful prose, bringing alive a world that readers want to navigate. The pacing is fast, the conflict a global one, and the setting skillfully written. While this is an entertaining novel, it is filled with reality and provokes conversation on the survival of the human race.
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Quiver
Angels and Demons Volume 2
Beth Green
2017 Honorable Mention
280 Pages
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Young Adult - Thriller
Reviewed by Rabia Tanveer for Readers' Favorite
Quiver: Angels and Demons Volume 2 by Beth Green is an action packed novel that has it all. It has action, it has adventure, it has love, and it has an epic tale that you will want to read till the end and wish for another page. I am simply blown away by the book and the sheer artistry of Beth Green. She did a tremendous job of creating characters that you can relate to and actually feel a connection with.
The novel follows Jonathan, a man with a supernatural gift that is beyond the comprehension of any mortal man. His powers are a gift, but sometimes they are a huge burden as well. His power attracts the attention of the Angels, but his power attracts Demons too. Now his powers are becoming a danger for the woman he loves and he cannot have that. So he leaves without telling her where he is going, and he becomes more familiar with his powers. Only now, he is a much bigger and easier target for the Demons. What will happen now that Jonathan is out there in the open? Can the Angels keep him hidden from the Demons? Or will he become an easy target before he can get complete control of his powers.
The Quiver: Angels and Demons Volume 2 by Beth Green is simply fantastic. Even though it is Christian fiction, anyone can enjoy it. As long as you are a fan of paranormal, action and adventure, you will love this novel. You will also love Jonathan for his determination and his desire to make things right in his life and the lives of the people around him. Beth Green did an amazing job with this novel and in creating Jonathan; he is a well rounded character that you respect a lot. This talented author has the gift of storytelling!
Quiver: Angels and Demons Volume 2 by Beth Green is an action packed novel that has it all. It has action, it has adventure, it has love, and it has an epic tale that you will want to read till the end and wish for another page. I am simply blown away by the book and the sheer artistry of Beth Green. She did a tremendous job of creating characters that you can relate to and actually feel a connection with.
The novel follows Jonathan, a man with a supernatural gift that is beyond the comprehension of any mortal man. His powers are a gift, but sometimes they are a huge burden as well. His power attracts the attention of the Angels, but his power attracts Demons too. Now his powers are becoming a danger for the woman he loves and he cannot have that. So he leaves without telling her where he is going, and he becomes more familiar with his powers. Only now, he is a much bigger and easier target for the Demons. What will happen now that Jonathan is out there in the open? Can the Angels keep him hidden from the Demons? Or will he become an easy target before he can get complete control of his powers.
The Quiver: Angels and Demons Volume 2 by Beth Green is simply fantastic. Even though it is Christian fiction, anyone can enjoy it. As long as you are a fan of paranormal, action and adventure, you will love this novel. You will also love Jonathan for his determination and his desire to make things right in his life and the lives of the people around him. Beth Green did an amazing job with this novel and in creating Jonathan; he is a well rounded character that you respect a lot. This talented author has the gift of storytelling!
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Detention Land
Lip Service
Susan Orion
2017 Bronze Medal
250 Pages
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Young Adult - Thriller
Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite
Detention Land: Lip Service by Susan Orion is a great read with compelling characters and an interesting plot, a story with great psychological depth. A teenage boy finds himself trapped in a small room, not knowing why. He is devoid of any contact with the outside world and the only thing he hears is the woman behind the voice coming off the walls, “light, and crisp, like a spring breeze. Her words were perfectly pitched, almost like music. If he could see her, he was sure she would have full lips dressed in shiny red lipstick, complemented with perfectly straight teeth that gleamed white. (…) What he would give to see her face.” Can he solve the puzzle, find out why he is here and make his way out? But who is the woman behind the voice and what part does she play in this drama?
Susan Orion writes well, even if some expressions come across as awkward. I enjoyed the descriptive strength of the prose which is evident from the very first lines of the story, creating a powerful image in the reader's mind of what is taking place in the austere setting. The storyline is gripping and the reader’s curiosity is piqued from the very beginning of the story as they begin to want to know what is happening to the characters. The main character is a genius, a teenager who has to solve a complex puzzle to realize his freedom. Detention Land: Lip Service explores important themes like freedom, friendship, stress and mental sanity, and a lot more. The author has the unique gift of drawing the reader into the consciousness of the protagonist in a way that is irresistible. This was an entertaining read.
Detention Land: Lip Service by Susan Orion is a great read with compelling characters and an interesting plot, a story with great psychological depth. A teenage boy finds himself trapped in a small room, not knowing why. He is devoid of any contact with the outside world and the only thing he hears is the woman behind the voice coming off the walls, “light, and crisp, like a spring breeze. Her words were perfectly pitched, almost like music. If he could see her, he was sure she would have full lips dressed in shiny red lipstick, complemented with perfectly straight teeth that gleamed white. (…) What he would give to see her face.” Can he solve the puzzle, find out why he is here and make his way out? But who is the woman behind the voice and what part does she play in this drama?
Susan Orion writes well, even if some expressions come across as awkward. I enjoyed the descriptive strength of the prose which is evident from the very first lines of the story, creating a powerful image in the reader's mind of what is taking place in the austere setting. The storyline is gripping and the reader’s curiosity is piqued from the very beginning of the story as they begin to want to know what is happening to the characters. The main character is a genius, a teenager who has to solve a complex puzzle to realize his freedom. Detention Land: Lip Service explores important themes like freedom, friendship, stress and mental sanity, and a lot more. The author has the unique gift of drawing the reader into the consciousness of the protagonist in a way that is irresistible. This was an entertaining read.
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