Hi friends,
In honor of the Summer Lovin' read-a-thon, today I have for you a special triple threat post. It's a review, an author feature and a giveaway all in one! With that said, let's get started!
In honor of the Summer Lovin' read-a-thon, today I have for you a special triple threat post. It's a review, an author feature and a giveaway all in one! With that said, let's get started!
Review
Publisher: Strategic Book Group
Release Date: October 22, 2012
Format: ebook
Pages: 360 (paperback)
Source: Author
Genre: YA Urban Fantasy/Sci Fi
Review Date: July 5, 2013
Rating: 4 bookmarks
Synopsis: It's the first day of school at prestigious Solstice High. Seniors Matt, Rochelle, Daphne and Jonas each have a big surprise waiting for them. When the four friends undergo a freak accident, they begin to develop superhuman abilities and come to realize that all is not as it seems within the bleak walls of their high school. While dealing with the day-to-day challenges of being teenagers, they must also confront their sinister principal, Mr. Devlin, who seems to have more than just education on his agenda.
Disclaimer: I received this book as a ebook courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review.
Release Date: October 22, 2012
Format: ebook
Pages: 360 (paperback)
Source: Author
Genre: YA Urban Fantasy/Sci Fi
Review Date: July 5, 2013
Rating: 4 bookmarks
Synopsis: It's the first day of school at prestigious Solstice High. Seniors Matt, Rochelle, Daphne and Jonas each have a big surprise waiting for them. When the four friends undergo a freak accident, they begin to develop superhuman abilities and come to realize that all is not as it seems within the bleak walls of their high school. While dealing with the day-to-day challenges of being teenagers, they must also confront their sinister principal, Mr. Devlin, who seems to have more than just education on his agenda.
Disclaimer: I received this book as a ebook courtesy of the author in exchange for an honest review.
First let me say it was refreshing to read a YA book actually written by a young age author, At the time this book was written Ardash was actually in the YA age. Solstice High was a fast read with likable characters.I liked that there were four leads instead of just the usual two. Two girls and two boys. The story was told from each of their POVs by chapter. With four narrators that can be risky, thankfully all of their voices are distinct. You can tell whose narrating even without their names being posted at the top of each chapter (unlike another book I read recently).
This novel is a mix of teenage drama and fantasy, sprinkled with a healthy dose of pop culture. You can really tell what decade these kids are from. That's not bad, but it was interesting to see references to Mean Girls, True Blood, Gilmore Girls and other pop culture things.
Let me do a quick run down of the characters for you. Matt has been picked on and made fun all thought school He is coming to terms with being gay and has a crush on the captain of the swim team, Julian. Rochelle is the self proclaimed "Queen Bee" and seems a bit temperamental to say the least. Daphne has a dysfunctional and delusional family home life. Jonas is a jock who is in love with Rochelle. Who is left alone for long periods of time, so it seems he's a bit of a loner. Together, they are an odd bunch, but they work.
Teens with super powers, what's not to like? This book was a nice surprise and I perfect for your summer reading list.
This novel is a mix of teenage drama and fantasy, sprinkled with a healthy dose of pop culture. You can really tell what decade these kids are from. That's not bad, but it was interesting to see references to Mean Girls, True Blood, Gilmore Girls and other pop culture things.
Let me do a quick run down of the characters for you. Matt has been picked on and made fun all thought school He is coming to terms with being gay and has a crush on the captain of the swim team, Julian. Rochelle is the self proclaimed "Queen Bee" and seems a bit temperamental to say the least. Daphne has a dysfunctional and delusional family home life. Jonas is a jock who is in love with Rochelle. Who is left alone for long periods of time, so it seems he's a bit of a loner. Together, they are an odd bunch, but they work.
Teens with super powers, what's not to like? This book was a nice surprise and I perfect for your summer reading list.
Author Feature | Q&A with Ardash Vartparonian
| Meet author Ardash Vartparonian! Find Ardash on: Goodreads | Google+ | Facebook | Website/Blog Below is my spin on a typical Q&A. Just having fun getting to know the author behind the book! Thank you Ardash for taking the time to answer them! |  |
Giveaway
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-You MUST be at least 16 years old to enter.
-This giveaway is International.
-The winner will be notified via the email address provided on the Rafflecopter.
-All entries will be verified.
-The winner will have 2 business days to claim the prize or another winner will be chosen.
DISCLOSURE : This giveaway is sponsored by the author.
-You MUST be at least 16 years old to enter.
-This giveaway is International.
-The winner will be notified via the email address provided on the Rafflecopter.
-All entries will be verified.
-The winner will have 2 business days to claim the prize or another winner will be chosen.
DISCLOSURE : This giveaway is sponsored by the author.
