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Unbreakable (Unblemished #3) by Sara Ella -- Review

7/18/2018

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Eliyana Ember is stranded in a foreign country in the Third Reflection with no passport, the inability to mirrorwalk, and zero clue where the nearest Thresholds back into the Fourth or Second might lie. Her mind is a haze, her memories vague. She knows a wormhole from the Fourth sent her here. She remembers her mom and baby brother Evan. Makai and Stormy and Joshua . . .

Deep down El realizes she must end the Void once and for all. Is there a way to trap the darkness within its current vessel, kill it off completely? To do so would mean sacrificing another soul—the soul of a man Joshua claims is a traitor. But he’s lied to her before, and even El senses Joshua can’t be fully trusted, but one thing is certain . . .
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The Void must be annihilated. And only the Verity—the light which birthed the darkness—can put an end to that which seeks to kill and destroy.
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About the Author

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Once upon a time, SARA ELLA dreamed she would marry a prince (just call her Mrs. Charming) and live in a castle (aka The Plaza Hotel). Though her fairy tale didn’t quite turn out as planned, she did work for Disney—that was an enchanted moment of its own. Now she spends her days throwing living room dance parties for her two princesses and conquering realms of her own imaginings. She believes “Happily Ever After is Never Far Away” for those who put their faith in the King of kings.
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Review

Book three, Unbreakable, in the Unblemished series by author Sara Ella is the last book in this captivating and excellently written series.  Readers will love this action and magic packed story of friendship, redemption, and true love.  An excellent and creative storyteller, Ella brings to life her beloved characters and exciting story.  This last novel in the Unblemished series will leave readers on the edge of their seats and wanting more.  This book is an excellent ending to the Unblemished Trilogy, bringing the series to an excellent conclusion.  Readers will definitely miss the many wonderful characters and beautiful storytelling from Ella’s writing!
 
Series: Unblemished
Genre: fantasy, contemporary, romance, Christian
Publisher: Thomas Nelson/Harper Collins
Publication date: May 1, 2018
Number of pages: 384
 
Other books in the series:
1-Unraveling
2-Unraveling
 
A review copy of this book was provided by BookLook Bloggers.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.
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Unraveling (Unblemished #2) by Sara Ella -- Review

7/18/2018

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What happens when happily ever after starts to unravel?

Eliyana Ember doesn't believe in true love. Not anymore. After defeating her grandfather and saving the Second Reflection, El only trusts what's right in front of her. The tangible. The real. Not some unexplained Kiss of Infinity she once shared with the ghost of a boy she's trying to forget. She has more important things to worry about--like becoming queen of the Second Reflection, a role she is so not prepared to fill.

Now that the Verity is intertwined with her soul and Joshua's finally by her side, El is ready to learn more about her mysterious birth land, the land she now rules. So why does she feel like something--or someone--is missing?

When the thresholds begin to drain and the Callings, those powerful magical gifts, begin to fail, El wonders if her link to Ky Rhyen may have something to do with it. For light and darkness cannot coexist. She needs answers before the Callings disappear altogether. Can El find a way to sever her connection to Ky and save the Reflections--and keep herself from falling for him in the process?
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Once upon a time, SARA ELLA dreamed she would marry a prince (just call her Mrs. Charming) and live in a castle (aka The Plaza Hotel). Though her fairy tale didn’t quite turn out as planned, she did work for Disney—that was an enchanted moment of its own. Now she spends her days throwing living room dance parties for her two princesses and conquering realms of her own imaginings. She believes “Happily Ever After is Never Far Away” for those who put their faith in the King of kings.
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Review

In book two, Unraveling, in the Unblemished series by Sara Ella, readers continue the story from the previous novel Unblemished.  Once again Ella captures the attention of readers with her fabulous storytelling skills, bringing to life the story and creating ways for readers to connect to her intriguing and fascinating characters.  This story also has plenty of action and fantasy, as well as romance that will cause them to not want to put the book down.  This story is about true love unraveling and trying to pick up the pieces.  Ella’s writing is enamoring and creative in a way that cause readers to come back for more and not want to put the book down.  Readers will definitely not want to miss the continuation and second installment to the Unblemished series!
 
Series: Unblemished
Genre: fantasy, contemporary, romance, Christian
Publisher: Thomas Nelson/Harper Collins
Publication date: July 11, 2017
Number of pages: 356
 
Other books in the series:
1-Unraveling
3-Unbreakable
 
A review copy of this book was purchased for review.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.
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Unblemished (Unblemished #1) by Sara Ella -- Review

7/18/2018

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Eliyana has always recoiled from her own reflection in the mirror. But what if that were only one Reflection—one world? What if another world existed where her blemish could become her strength?

Eliyana is used to the shadows. With a hideous birthmark covering half her face, she just hopes to graduate high school unscathed. That is, until Joshua hops a fence and changes her perspective. No one, aside from her mother, has ever treated her as normal. Maybe even beautiful. Because of Joshua, Eliyana finally begins to believe she could be loved.

But one night her mother doesn’t come home, and that’s when everything gets weird.

Now Joshua is her new, and rather reluctant, legal Guardian. Add a hooded stalker and a Central Park battle to the mix and you’ve gone from weird to otherworldly.

Eliyana soon finds herself in a world much larger and more complicated than she’s ever known. A world enslaved by a powerful and vile man. And Eliyana holds the answer to defeating him. How can an ordinary girl, a blemished girl, become a savior when she can’t even save herself? 
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About the Author

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Once upon a time, SARA ELLA dreamed she would marry a prince (just call her Mrs. Charming) and live in a castle (aka The Plaza Hotel). Though her fairy tale didn’t quite turn out as planned, she did work for Disney—that was an enchanted moment of its own. Now she spends her days throwing living room dance parties for her two princesses and conquering realms of her own imaginings. She believes “Happily Ever After is Never Far Away” for those who put their faith in the King of kings.
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Review

 Author Sara Ella has crafted a story that readers will be on the edge of their seat for, in her debut novel Unblemished.  From page one, Ella captures the attention of readers with her excellent storytelling and beloved characters.  This contemporary young adult fantasy romance novel is one that adults and youth alike will thoroughly enjoy.  Filled with plenty of action and magic, this story comes to life from the pages.  This story is set in a place we all know, NYC, at least we all think we do, until Ella adds her own twist and everything changes.  Readers will not want to miss this exciting tale and first installment of the Unblemished series.
 
Series: Unblemished
Genre: fantasy, contemporary, romance, Christian
Publisher: Thomas Nelson/Harper Collins
Publication date: October 11, 2016
Number of pages: 352
 
Other books in the series:
2-Unraveling
3-Unbreakable
 
A review copy of this book was purchased for review.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.
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The Story Peddler (The Weaver Trilogy #1) by Lindsay Franklin -- Review

7/17/2018

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Selling stories is a deadly business

Tanwen doesn’t just tell stories—she weaves them into crystallized sculptures that sell for more than a few bits. But the only way to escape the control of her cruel mentor and claw her way from poverty is to set her sights on something grander: becoming Royal Storyteller to the king.

During her final story peddling tour, a tale of treason spills from her hands, threatening the king himself. Tanwen goes from peddler to prey as the king’s guard hunts her down . . . and they’re not known for their mercy. As Tanwen flees for her life, she unearths long-buried secrets and discovers she’s not the only outlaw in the empire. There’s a rebel group of weavers . . . and they’re after her too.
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About the Author

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Lindsay A. Franklin is a best-selling author, award-winning editor, and homeschooling mom of three. She would wear pajama pants all the time if it were socially acceptable. She lives in her native San Diego with her scruffy-looking nerf-herder of a husband, their precious geeklings, three demanding thunder pillows (a.k.a. cats), and a stuffed wombat with his own Instagram following. You can learn more about Lindsay on her website.
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Review

From page one, Lindsay A. Franklin does a fantastic job of capturing the attention of her readers so they are drawn in and do not want to put this book down until the last page is turned.  Franklin is an excellent storyteller.  And in her debut novel, The Story Peddler, readers will come to know and love her relatable characters.  Not only are the characters excellent and come to life from the pages, but the setting and the beautiful magic throughout the story will keep readers coming back for more.  This is a story that readers will come to love and not want to put down!
 
Series: The Weaver Trilogy
Genre: fantasy, fiction, young adult
Publisher: Enclave
Publication date: May 1, 2018
Number of pages: 336
 
Other books in the series:
2-The Story Raider (Release TBD)
 
A review copy of this book was provided by the author’s street team.  A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.
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