The Omen of Stones ~ Review

The Omen of Stones

by Casey L. Bond

Publication Date: March 13th, 2020 

Spirit and Stone. Song and Sky. Fate and Future all align.

On my seventeenth birthday, I finally heard Fate’s voice. He whispered to me again and again, insisting I find the Omen of Stones. Having never heard of such lore, I thought I could ignore his pleas. The Summer Solstice proved otherwise. Being surrounded by fellow witches worked my magic up into a powerful swell that crashed and churned within me. As the energy crackled through my veins, I shunned my royal duties to follow the call of my heart. 

Venturing beyond the safety of the Kingdom’s borders, I felt Fate nudging me toward a destiny I was eager to claim. Confidence in my craft blinded me from the ominous clouds of danger that roiled on the horizon. 

Captured by purists dead-set on purging the Kingdom of magic and witches, my salvation came in the form of a mysterious girl who wielded stones like daggers. Something about her called to me, whispering we were stronger together, strong enough to stand against the dark forces threatening to crush my kingdom. Trusting Fate could jeopardize my heritage and my throne, but defying him could cost Omen’s life.

 Goodreads Link

Genre: YA Fantasy

Editor: Stacy Sanford/ The Girl with the Red Pen

Epicly Amazing!!!!, February 27, 2020

Casey L Bond blew me away with this amazing story! Her magical world sprang to life dragging us along for the ride, & what an exhilarating ride it was!! I didn’t think I could love this book more than the first. I fell hard for Sable & Tauren’s tale, but River & Omen utterly & completely devoured me. Epicly (Is that even a word? Yes that’s a word! Or ... at least it is now.) Amazing!!! My favorite yet! LOVE love LOVE these characters & their stories! Each their own yet intertwined & flowing into an epic masterpiece. I can’t wait to see who’s fate is revealed next! 

If you’re new to this series ... magic, fate, love, betrayal, mayhem, bloodshed, mystery, & clarity await!

 

I looked around at our house, then to the boy standing in it, into his honey-gold eyes. “I don’t regret saving you, and I don’t regret bringing you here, or making salve for you, or letting you stay. I don’t regret walking with you to see the flood. But if I had let those men drown you, or if I would’ve left you bound in the rope when I had the means to sever it, or outside without a roof over your head when I had one to offer… If I’d refused to ease the pain in your wrists, River, I would have regretted it. I would have regretted every second of any and all of those choices.”

The Omen of Stones ~ Trailer 

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The Omen of Stones ~ https://www.amazon.com/Omen-Stones-When-Wishes-Bleed/dp/B084QLMD2L

Casey Bond 

lives in West Virginia with her husband and their two beautiful daughters. She likes goats and yoga, but hasn't tried goat yoga because the family goat is so big he might break her back. Seriously, he's the size of a pony. Her favorite books are the ones that contain magical worlds and flawed characters she would want to hang out with. Most days of the week, she writes young adult fantasy books, letting her imaginary friends spill onto the blank page. 

Casey is the award-winning author of When Wishes Bleed, the Frenzy series, and fairy tale retellings such as Riches to Rags, Savage Beauty, Unlocked and Brutal Curse. Learn more about her work at www.authorcaseybond.com.

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Genes ~ Review

Genes by Mary Ting

Book 3 in the ISAN series

Publication Date: April 21, 2020

ALLEGIANCES WILL BE TESTED.

IDENTITIES WILL BE REVEALED.

NO ONE IS SAFE.

While searching for the HelixB88 anti-serum on the black market, Ava uncovers valuable intel that may help the rebels in their fight to bring down ISAN—the location of a hidden facility. But first, the insurgents must find the female citizens unexpectedly displaying powers without use of the Helix serum before ISAN captures them.

As the rebels join forces with other sectors, ISAN plans their destruction by using someone they don’t suspect at the rebel home base. A traitor within.

Now, Ava must make a dangerous decision, one that could risk their capture—or worse.

Goodreads Link

Publisher: Vesuvian Media

Cover designer: MJCImageworks

Paperback Link

Genes ISAN, April 30, 2020

This tale has more layers than I ever imagined, & I have enjoyed every single page. I adore these characters that Ting brings to life in such vivid detail. In each installment I am simply blown away. Always entertaining & exciting. New additions, loads of action, many questions (some finally answered & some new to leave us biting nails), tons of feels, & a very real desire to have more, more, more! I can not wait to see what she unleashes next!!

ISAN Book Trailer

Mary Ting

Mary Ting is an international bestselling, award-winning author. She writes soulful, spellbinding stories that excite the imagination and captivate readers around the world. Her books span a wide range of genres, and her storytelling talents have earned a devoted legion of fans, as well as garnered critical praise.

Becoming an author happened by chance.It was a way to grieve the death of her beloved grandmother, and inspired by a dream she had in high school. After realizing she wanted to become a full-time author, Mary retired from teaching after twenty years. She also had the privilege of touring with the Magic Johnson Foundation to promote literacy and her children’s chapter book: No Bullies Allowed.

Mary resides in Southern California with her husband, two children, and two little dogs, Mochi and Mocha. She enjoys oil painting and making jewelry. Being a huge Twilight fan, Mary was inspired to make book-themed jewelry and occasionally gives it away as prizes to her fans.

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The Omen of Stones Trailer Reveal

The Omen of Stones ~ Trailer 

Cover & Trailer Designer: Melissa Stevens/ The Illustrated Author Design Services

The Omen of Stones

by Casey L. Bond

Publication Date: March 13th, 2020 

Spirit and Stone. Song and Sky. Fate and Future all align.

On my seventeenth birthday, I finally heard Fate’s voice. He whispered to me again and again, insisting I find the Omen of Stones. Having never heard of such lore, I thought I could ignore his pleas. The Summer Solstice proved otherwise. Being surrounded by fellow witches worked my magic up into a powerful swell that crashed and churned within me. As the energy crackled through my veins, I shunned my royal duties to follow the call of my heart. 

Venturing beyond the safety of the Kingdom’s borders, I felt Fate nudging me toward a destiny I was eager to claim. Confidence in my craft blinded me from the ominous clouds of danger that roiled on the horizon. 

Captured by purists dead-set on purging the Kingdom of magic and witches, my salvation came in the form of a mysterious girl who wielded stones like daggers. Something about her called to me, whispering we were stronger together, strong enough to stand against the dark forces threatening to crush my kingdom. Trusting Fate could jeopardize my heritage and my throne, but defying him could cost Omen’s life.

 Goodreads Link

Genre: YA Fantasy

Editor: Stacy Sanford/ The Girl with the Red Pen

 

I looked around at our house, then to the boy standing in it, into his honey-gold eyes. “I don’t regret saving you, and I don’t regret bringing you here, or making salve for you, or letting you stay. I don’t regret walking with you to see the flood. But if I had let those men drown you, or if I would’ve left you bound in the rope when I had the means to sever it, or outside without a roof over your head when I had one to offer… If I’d refused to ease the pain in your wrists, River, I would have regretted it. I would have regretted every second of any and all of those choices.”

When Wishes Bleed ~ https://books2read.com/u/m2r12d

The Omen of Stones ~ https://www.amazon.com/Omen-Stones-When-Wishes-Bleed/dp/B084QLMD2L

Casey Bond 

lives in West Virginia with her husband and their two beautiful daughters. She likes goats and yoga, but hasn't tried goat yoga because the family goat is so big he might break her back. Seriously, he's the size of a pony. Her favorite books are the ones that contain magical worlds and flawed characters she would want to hang out with. Most days of the week, she writes young adult fantasy books, letting her imaginary friends spill onto the blank page. 

Casey is the award-winning author of When Wishes Bleed, the Frenzy series, and fairy tale retellings such as Riches to Rags, Savage Beauty, Unlocked and Brutal Curse. Learn more about her work at www.authorcaseybond.com.

Website: www.authorcaseybond.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/authorcaseybond

Twitter: https://twitter.com/authorcaseybond

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Pinterest: http://www.pinterest.com/caseyb007

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Heart of a Lion ~ Review

Heart of a Lion

Dark Sun Dawn Trilogy ~ Book #2

by Stephen Zimmer

Publication Date:

Rayden Valkyrie. She walks alone, serving no king, emperor, or master. Forged in the fires of tragedy, she has no place she truly calls home.

A deadly warrior wielding both blade and axe, Rayden is the bane of the wicked and corrupt. To many others, she is the most loyal and dedicated of friends, an ally who is unyielding in the most dangerous of circumstances.

The people of the far southern lands she has just aided claim that she has the heart of a lion. For Rayden, a long journey to the lands of the far northern tribes who adopted her as a child beckons, with an ocean lying in between.

Her path will lead her once more into the center of a maelstrom, one involving a rising empire that is said to be making use of the darkest kinds of sorcery to grow its power. Making new friends and discoveries amid tremendous peril, Rayden makes her way to the north.

Monstrous beasts, supernatural powers, and the bloody specter of war have been a part of her world for a long time and this journey will be no different. Rayden chooses the battles that she will fight, whether she takes up the cause of one individual or an entire people.

Both friends and enemies alike will swiftly learn that the people of the far southern lands spoke truly. Rayden Valkyrie has the heart of a lion.

Heart of a Lion is Book One of the Dark Sun Dawn Trilogy. 

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Spellbound!!, August 17, 2017

I am completely in love with this world in which Zimmer brings us a modge podge of characters who are truly unique & full of courage, honor, & wonder including a hard core heroine & her comrades who are willing to dish out punishment to any who deserve it. Oh but let's not forget the culprits of the prior anger...those who wish to strangle the life & soul out of anyone they deem lesser than themselves or who fail to bow down before them or their rules. Being my first book by this author I am very impressed with his ability to mix such passion, fear, & rage without crushing the souls of those he created (& ours too). It is a difficult task to balance the dark & light, & I feel he did it wonderfully! 

*This world is definitely not for the faint of heart as these characters have been through things most can not even imagine. Be aware that there are a few intense topics including slavery & abuse as well as some gruesome battle scenes that may cause some queasiness & or anger, but be assured Zimmer's characters demand justice while dishing out payments due.

The heroine: Rayden Valkyrie is truly kick @$$! She is not afraid to speak her mind & holds all she meets to a specific set of standards. Those who do not adhere to her moral code best watch out! Rayden won me over the moment she jumped in to protect & save the innocent, & fascinated me more with each page thereafter. 

Her team (who quickly became more) also stole my heart. Each with their own struggles of overcoming past tragedies & fighting for what's right...or simply claiming vengeance for what has been stolen from them. Regardless, it was hard to put this book down ESPECIALLY once a battle began. Every scene was so intense, motivating, heart crushing, & action packed!! I only wish more people were held to such morals as this crew truly understands what happens when those are lost (or taken). 

If you are a fan of fantastical stories of epic proportions you should give this one a go!

Thunder Horizon
Dark Sun Dawn Trilogy ~ Book #2

A deadly menace stalks the shadows of the lands to the north, stirring the winds of war. Farther south, the power of the Teveren Empire spreads with every passing day, empowered by dark sorcery. Formidable legions bent on conquest are on the march, slavery and subjugation following in their wake.

Within the rising maelstrom, Rayden Valkyrie has returned to the Gessa, to stand with the tribe that once took her into their care as a child. No amount of jewels or coin can sway her, nor can the great power of her adversaries intimidate her.

With a sword blade in her right hand and axe in her left, Rayden confronts foes both supernatural and of flesh and blood. Horrific revelations and tremendous risks loom; some that will see Rayden's survival in the gravest of peril.

Even if Rayden and the Gessa survive the trials plaguing their lands, the thunder of an even darker storm booms across the far horizon.

Thunder Horizon is the second book in the Dark Sun Dawn Trilogy.

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 Stephen Zimmer

is an award-winning author and filmmaker based out of Lexington Kentucky. His works include the Rayden Valkyrie novels (Sword and Sorcery), the Rising Dawn Saga (Cross Genre), the Fires in Eden Series (Epic Fantasy), the Hellscapes short story collections (Horror), the Chronicles of Ave short story collections (Fantasy), and the Harvey and Solomon Tales (Steampunk).

Stephen’s visual work includes the feature film Shadows Light, shorts films such as The Sirens and Swordbearer, and the forthcoming Rayden Valkyrie: Saga of a Lionheart TV Pilot.

Stephen is a proud Kentucky Colonel who also enjoys the realms of music, martial arts, good bourbons, and spending time with family.

Website ~ Facebook ~ Twitter ~ Instagram ~ Goodreads

@SGZimmer

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Rayden Valkyrie Celebration

August 16-23, 2017

 Tour Schedule and Activities

8/16 The Temple of the Exploding Head  Guest Post

8/16 The Page Turner  Guest Post

8/16 BOOKS TO CURL UP WITH  Author Interview 

8/16 Bookishly me  Author Interview 

8/16 DarWrites    Guest Post

8/16 Sheila's Guests and Reviews   Guest Post

8/16 Sapphyria's Books   Guest Post

8/16 Deal Sharing Aunt   Top Ten's List

8/17 DarWrites   Review

8/17 Bookin Around Town   Author Interview/Podcast

8/17 Full Moon Bites     Character Interview 

8/18 BOOKS TO CURL UP WITH   Review

8/18 The Sinister Scribblings of Sarah E. Glenn  Top Ten's List

8/18 I Smell Sheep     Guest Post

8/19 Paranormal Pleasures    Review

8/19 The Page Turner   Review

8/19 Bella's Book Reviews   Review

8/19 Jeni's Bookshelf   Guest Post 

8/20 3 Partners in Shopping, Nana, Mommy, & Sissy, Too! Guest Post

8/20 The Seventh Star Blog  Guest Post 

8/20 Stuart Thaman Books Guest Post

8/21 MyLifeMyBooksMyEscape  Author Interview  

8/21 SpecMusicMuse   Author Interview 

8/21 Jordan Hirsch    Review

8/22 Beauty in Ruins   Guest Post

8/22 Discover New Authors   Author Interview 

8/22 Butterfly's Booknerdia Blog   Review

8/23 The Occult Detective  Review

8/23 Bookishly me  Review  

8/23 Jeni's Bookshelf  Review  

8/23   Jorie Loves a Story  Interview 

8/23 Readers Life With Trisha Ratliff  Review

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