Midnight's Curse {blog tour + book review}

So we all know that retellings are my favorite thing.  And another one of my favorite things are books by Tricia Mingerink.  So when those things come together, it's perfection. 

So when Tricia opened up the blog tour for the second Beyond the Tales book, I jumped at the chance to read an advanced copy.  And it's available now so you can all read it!!!

And trust me, you want to read it.


Midnight's Curse



Author: Tricia Mingerink
Genre: Fantasy/fairytale retelling
Content: A little bit of violence and some blood.
Main Characters: King Alexander, Elara Ashen, Daemyn Rand
Placement in Series: Book 2

Synopsis:
High King Alexander rules the Seven Kingdoms of Tallahatchia—a divided nation on the brink of yet another war. When an invitation arrives from the king of Pohatomie, Alex knows it must be a trap, but could it also be the chance to unite the kingdoms he has been waiting for?
Daemyn Rand has lived a hundred years, served an arrogant prince, fallen in love with a princess, and lost himself somewhere along the way. He has already died for his loyalty. Will standing at the high king’s side cost him his one chance to truly live?
Elara Ashen is a lowly, miserable servant. All she wants is to spend even one night in a fancy dress dancing with the high king. When she is offered a pair of glass slippers, it seems that all her dreams have come true.
But dreams have a price, and gifts can be curses in disguise. What will it cost to stop this curse from tearing Tallahatchia apart yet again?
Fairy tales meet the Appalachian Mountains in this adventurous fantasy retelling of the classic Cinderella story.

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What I Thought:

More than half of this book (as described by various gifs):

Alex @ Elara:


Elara @ Alex:


Zeke @ Alex:


Daemyn @ Zeke:


And I loved it.
This was so! good!  Back when I read Dagger's Sleep, I highly anticipated the next installment, because GOSH Tricia is good at retellings.  As a huge fan of the Grimm story, I loved every little nod to the original, and there were a lot of those!  Fun little Easter eggs were sprinkled all through the story, but it was still a completely original take.
My one complaint of the first book was that the world was hard to get into but not so in this second book!  Maybe that's because I was already a little bit familiar with Tallahatchia, but this world is so cool! And the development it got in this book? It was amazing.  We're centered in a different country this time, and where the first book was more of a questing adventure, this one was more court politics, and I love that this world carries both types of story equally well. 
Now,  I have to talk about the characters because oh my word I love them?  Daemyn and Rosanna's relationship is my fave, like... they almost rival Leith and Renna with how much I love them.  They're just the best.  And they communicate!  Bless!
I'm going to be honest here, I didn't care for Elara at all in the beginning.  But!  She grew! And developed! And I'm so proud of her now! She came a long way and had to endure all the consequences of her decisions, which is a beautiful thing to see play out in a story (even when I did feel bad for her xD).  Also, Alex annoyed me for a good portion of this book, but he was cursed, so I'll forgive him.
Again, I can't wait to see where we go next.  (Is Alex going to have a romance with one of the twelve dancing princesses? because I will be very happy if that happens)  Also I need Daemyn and Rosanna to get married and be the awesome kick-butt adventure couple they're destined to be.  Please.

Overall Rating: 4.5 glass slippers out of 5

About the Author:
Tricia Mingerink is a twenty-something, book-loving, horse-riding country girl. She lives in Michigan with her family and their pack of pets. When she isn't writing, she can be found pursuing backwoods adventures across the country.

Connect with Tricia: Her blog ~ Facebook ~ Instagram ~ Twitter ~ Goodreads ~ Pinterest

There's also a super exciting GIVEAWAY going on, where Tricia is giving away signed copies of both Dagger's Sleep and Midnight's Curse plus a Novelly Yours candle! You can enter by clicking this link right here!

A HUGE thank you to Tricia for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review!

~ Abby

The Kees & Colliers Blog Tour {+ book review}

Y'all should know by now that I love Kellyn Roth's books.  (And Kellyn as a person, but we're talking about the books today xD)  And today it's my turn to participate in the Kees & Colliers Blog Tour!

With the release of the prequel, Souls Astray, in May (you can read my review right here), and with the release of the third book in the trilogy right around the corner (this month!!!!), Troy, Adele, and Judy are having a moment and I, for one, am very excited for it.

And today, I have for you a review of the upcoming From Now 'Til Forever! (and yes, it was basically the cutest thing ever)


From Now 'Til Forever



(Kell's gorgeous covers strike again *heart eyes*)

Author: Kellyn Roth
Genre: Historical fiction
Content: None
Main Character: Troy Kee
Placement in Series: Book 3

Synopsis:
Troy Kee doesn’t know how he’ll settle back into life with his family after WWII, but he’s determined to do so. He feels that if he can just get his family back to their vineyard in France, everything will be all right. But his wife has other plans.
This charming novelette finale to the Kees & Colliers series highlights the difficulties of returning home after a war.

Add on Goodreads ~ Official website

What I Thought:

^ me, finally giving all these characters the hugs I've wanted to give them since book 1.
This was good and soft and everything I wanted.  Plus it was from the perspective of my boy Troy, which I loved.
We finally get to see all our faves being a happy family who loves and supports each other and I'm here for it!!  Judy is still the best, Cammy is adorable, Adele continues to grow and be amazing, and Troy, as always, is my fave.  Dads being soft with their daughters is my favorite thing ever.

Overall, the story was maybe shorter than I would have wanted (I want to spend ALL the time with this sweet little family), but it was a perfect ending to this series (and yes, I am going to go back and read the updated versions of books 1 and 2 and yes, I am looking forward to it).  I'm very happy.

Overall Rating: 5 pretty brooks out of 5

About the Author: Kellyn Roth lives on an Eastern Oregon ranch with her parents, little brothers, border collies, cats, and a few dozen cows and chickens.  Always a lover of a good story, and especially of telling one, she's been writing since she was seven and published her first novel at fourteen.  Now a homeschool grad, she divides her time between penning her next Christian historical fiction novel, creating professionally silly articles for her blog, and her actual life.  Actual life plays second fiddle sometimes, though.

Connect with Kellyn: Her website ~ Facebook ~ Twitter ~ Goodreads ~ Instagram ~ Pinterest ~ Youtube ~ Amazon ~ her personal blog ~ her review blog

Check out the rest of the Kees & Colliers series!

Book 1 - The Lady of the Vineyard


Book 2 - Flowers in Her Heart


Prequel 1 - Souls Astray


Prequel 2 - Goldfish Secrets


There's also a GIVEAWAY with some amazing Kees & Colliers prizes going on right now and you can enter by clicking this link right here!

A huge thank you to Kellyn for sending me a copy of this book in exchange for this honest review!

~ Abby

5 Indie Books You Should Read (+ 5 On My TBR) - #IndieAugust19

It's almost here, my friends!  Indie August begins one week from today, and I am SO excited!  I'm already putting together my TBR for the readathon, and I thought that today I'd help you put yours together by recommending some of my favorite independently-published books!

This list just goes to prove that indie books can be just as incredible as traditionally-published ones because these are five of my favorite books/series ever.  So you should definitely check them out.  And since Indie August is right around the corner, it's the perfect time for you to pick them up!

Let's jump on in.


1. Live Without You - Sarah Grace Grzy



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Synopsis:
Piper Redding is a loner, but lonely. Everyone she loves has abandoned her and opening her heart to others is just asking for more pain. She can't help but blame herself for her brother's tragic death six years ago, and in her guilt, she shuts herself off from the world. No one could love her-not even the God who promised to be there for her but wasn't. For paramedic Ezra Bryant, failure is not an option. He's had enough of it, and only by God's grace is he able to put it behind him. But when a traumatic event brings Piper's greatest fear and Ezra's failures to light, can they use that event to allow God to mend their broken pieces? Can love triumph over fear, and grace over guilt?

This is an adorably feelzy contemporary romance and it's so //good//.  I went on an emotional rollercoaster and I enjoyed every minute of it.


2. Blank Mastermind - Rosey Mucklestone



Add on Goodreads ~ Purchase on Amazon ~ My review ~ Pinterest aesthetic board

Synopsis:
Amnesia is annoying. The poor hero has to find out everything about his wonderful life again and re-meet all the lovely people he knew before, then go to stop the villain.But what if the life that starts showing itself isn’t wonderful, the people aren’t lovely and the villain is… yourself?

This! book! is so! good!!  If you're a super-hero fan, a super-villain fan, if you're just a fan of found families, banter, and ice cream, this one needs to be on your TBR.


3. Beyond Her Calling - Kellyn Roth



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Synopsis:
At twenty, Ivy Knight feels as if she hasn’t accomplished anything of worth. Her life stretches on before her, empty and pointless. Though her faith in God and her mental abilities have been strengthened, she still doubts herself. Does God have a purpose for a socially awkward, often confused and frightened young woman?
Jordy McAllen has just returned to Scotland after his education in London. Though he has accomplished a lot for a farm lad such as himself, he fears that what everyone has always said about him may be true: he won’t really make a good doctor. Determined to prove himself, Jordy snatches up the opportunity to become the doctor in the village of Keefmore near his parents’ farm.
Helping Jordy with his work at Keefmore seems like the perfect opportunity for Ivy. Still, she doubts herself. Is there a purpose to Ivy’s life?

No, I won't ever shut up about this series. xD
But seriously, if you read my review, you'll know how much I loved this book.  I never write reviews that long, it's almost ridiculous.
And yes, I do want to re-read it very soon.


4. A Certain Sort of Madness - Nicki Chapelway



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Synopsis:
Alicia Hareton is crazy. But that’s nothing new. Her insanity is inherited from her mother, just like her magical abilities and her blood ties to the strange and alluring world of Amar. She’s spent her life on Earth and yet Amar has always called to her, an intoxicating melody that she cannot ignore. Returning to Amar would put her life in danger, but Alicia has never let such technicalities stop her before.
However, when her mother is captured due to her reckless actions, Alicia will do anything to rescue her. That includes trusting her grumpy, sarcastic imaginary friend, who claims he doesn’t know her and doesn’t seem that imaginary anymore. Or that trustworthy. Together, with the help of her cousin and a band of misfits, they partake in an extremely ill-advised heist on the faerie court in order to find a way to defeat the most powerful mage in all Amar, who also happens to be Alicia’s grandfather. But not everything in the faerie court is as it seems, and soon this unlikely group find themselves fighting for their lives as well as the lives of those they love.
In a world of madness and magic, the lines between lies and loyalty are blurred and sometimes the only option you have left is to let the insanity loose.

Do you want banter?  Do you want magical other worlds?  Do you want awesome fantasy heist stories?  Well, my friend, this is the book for you.  It's an Alice in Wonderland retelling that reads like no other Wonderland retelling I've ever read.  I want to re-read this one too.  *sigh*


5. The Blades of Acktar series - Tricia Mingerink



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(idk can you tell i'm obsessed? xD)

Synopsis:
Third Blade Leith Torren never questions his orders or his loyalty to King Respen until an arrow wound and a prairie blizzard drive him to the doorstep of the girls whose family he once destroyed.
Their forbidden faith and ties to the Resistance could devastate their family a second time.
Survival depends on obedience, but freedom beckons. How far does he dare go to resist the king and his Blades?
No matter what Leith chooses, one thing is certain.
Someone will die.

This series.  *fangirls*  I had heard all of my friends scream about it, but I hadn't read it until last November/December, when I binged the whole thing in a matter of two weeks.  It's SO GOOD.  The fight scenes alone are incredible, not to mention the characters, the ships, the world?? AH please read these books so we can flail about them together.



I thought this might be a fun time to truly nail down a TBR for myself for the readathon as well.  I'm mostly going to mood-read, but here are five books that I'd like to try to get to during the week.

1. The Princess and I - Rebekah Eddy



2. Dandelion Dust - Faith Potts



3. Dawn Chandler - Eliza Noel



4. Illuminate - Sarah Addison-Fox



5. Beauty and the Beast - K.M. Shea




What do you think of my TBR?  Are you participating in Indie August?  What's on your TBR for the readathon?  Let me know in the comments below!

~ Abby

The #AwesomeBloggerAward + My Blogiversary!

I've had this blog for three years.  THREE.  Three whole years!  Where did that time go?

I started this blog all the way back in 2016, when I was just a little baby 17-year-old who didn't know what she was doing.  Tbh, I still don't know what I'm doing, but I know for a fact that I've found more of myself and my God than baby 17-year-old me ever dreamed she would.

And this is the first year I haven't completely forgotten when my blog started and missed this anniversary entirely.  I have my lovely friend Faith to thank for making my brain go "wait, when is my blogiversary?" in enough time to post about it!  And she tagged me to do a fun tag, so... double friendship points to her.



So let's get started with the #AwesomeBloggerAward!

1. What is one thing that makes you sparkle? (Something you get excited about)

Awww, I'm totally calling getting excited "sparkling" from now on.  Things I sparkle about... hmm... Jesus, books, Disney, my friends, showtunes, giraffes, and... uh... yeah, I think that's pretty much it.

2. What is your favorite color to wear?

Well, my favorite color in general is purple, so I do love wearing that (and I have a loooot of purple clothes, haha), but I also love the way royal blue looks on me. Those are the main two.

3. What is your favorite song right now?

The main songs that I'm loving right now are the three newest songs by Hannah Kerr: "in the meantime", "glimpse", and "Split the Sea". They're just beautiful and have been stuck in my head for about a week now. So. Yeah.

4. What is a favorite Bible verse of yours at the moment, and why does it resonate with you?

A favorite Bible verse that He's really been speaking to me through recently is Daniel 3:18, "And if not, He is still good."

5. What is a book (besides the Bible) that you would always recommend to someone?

This is hard, because I feel like different books hit different people different ways.  So just because I love something, that doesn't mean everyone will.  But I think pretty much anyone would enjoy the Chronicles of Narnia. It's just so cozy. <3

6. What is a movie and/or book that you've wanted to watch/read for a long time, but you haven't gotten around to it yet?

Oof.  Calling me out there.  I've been meaning to get around to The Book Thief for //years// but am I emotionally ready?  I don't know. Thus, I keep putting it off.

7. What is one thing that a lot of people don't know about you?

Hmmm... I feel like I'm a pretty open book, tbh.  I will say, a lot of people in my real life don't realize how sarcastic I am until I say something sassy under my breath and they catch me. xD I love jokes and laughing but I've also got social anxiety and am just a generally reserved person, so I guess it surprises some people? I dunno.

8. How did you come up with your blog title?

I came up with the title for this blog back when I was 13 or so.  I just thought it sounded cool, and it stuck in my brain until I was 16 and officially started blogging!

9. Which of the four seasons best describes your personality?

Ooh, interesting.  I feel like I might say winter?  Not because I'm cold and distant, but because I'm kind of a snuggly, cozy person? Is that weird to say?  But seriously, I love all things winter, I love being cold (it's muuuch better than being hot, trust me), I love peppermint and crisp air and snuggling up with a good book.  So yeah.  Winter, I think.

10. What is one thing that God has taught you recently?

God has been showing me a LOT of stuff recently, but one of my favorite things is how He delights in me.  He delights in us, and He wants us to delight in Him, and it's a beautiful thing.


Thank you again to Faith for tagging me!! That was so fun!

And now, because I can, I'm going to tag some people! Yay!

Allison Tebo @ Allison's Well
Mary Kate @ Sarcastic Scribblings
Faith @ Stories by Firefly

Here you are, ladies! I can't wait to hear your answers! (no pressure, though, obviously, if you don't want to do it. ;) )

1. What is one thing that makes you sparkle? (Something that you get excited about)
2. What is your favorite color to wear?
3. What is your favorite song right now?
4. What is a favorite Bible verse of yours at the moment, and why does it resonate with you right now? 
5. What is a book (besides the Bible) that you would always recommend to someone?
6. What is a movie and/or book that you've wanted to watch/read for a long time, but haven't gotten around to it yet?
7. What is one thing that not a lot of people know about you?
8. How did you come up with your blog name? 
9. Which of the four seasons best describes your personality?
10. What is one thing that God has taught you recently?


And that's about all I've got for this post today!  Let me know in a comment, what is your favorite song right now?

~ Abby

The Old River Road {book review}

Well... this book is beautiful.

A couple of months ago, Hailey announced that she was re-publishing her debut novel under her real name instead of the pen name it originally bore.  When she asked for bloggers to hype up the re-release, I jumped at the chance!  … and then proceeded to forget the deadline and read it several weeks later than I was supposed to.  But!  I have read it now, and will now proceed to never shut up about this beautiful story because everyone needs to read it.



So, I say thank you to Hailey for sending me a copy, and now, we get into the review.

The Old River Road



Author: Hailey Rose
Genre: Historical Fiction
Content: None
Main Character: Clara Boutwell McDonald

Synopsis:
When seventeen-year-old Clara Boutwell married her dashing coworker, William McDonald, she was convinced her life was nearly perfect. For newlyweds in the great city of Chicago, the journey ahead was exciting and promising. When a frightening disease takes William in its grip, the young couple is forced to the clean air of the western frontier in a desperate attempt to save his life. On the eastern Washington prairies, the McDonalds face hardships and trials in a new world where everything is tested, from physical endurance to emotional strength—down to their relationship and faith in the Lord.
This novel tells the incredible true story of Clara and William, the great-great grandparents of the author, in a sweet narrative full of laughter, tears, and the struggles of an early pioneering family. Prepare yourself to share in their experience as you read this account of a pioneer family in Washington state, and see their lasting legacy that has endured into the fifth generation.

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What I Thought:



I spent most of this book reading it through the tears in my eyes.  Both sad ones and happy ones.  Because wow, this was an emotional rollercoaster.
Clara and William's story was one I wanted to stay in forever.  It was so comfortable, like just listening to someone tell their life story (which it was, in a way, I suppose).  It felt familiar, kind of reminiscent of Little House or Anne of Green Gables, just a sweet story with God's fingerprints all over it.
I loved Clara and William.  They reminded me of some of the senior adult couples I love at church, with crazy incredible stories that seem so far-fetched that they have to be true.  I hadn't really read the synopsis before I dove in, just knowing it was about Hailey's family and not really needing much else to be intrigued.  So when I found a beautiful story about love, family, and God's faithfulness... I was very pleased.  But seriously, Clara and William are couple goals and the cutest and I love them.  And so are their kids.
Overall, I just kept watching the percentage number at the bottom of the page get closer to 100 and felt sad every time I noticed.  I never wanted it to end.  So yes, I highly recommend it if you're a fan of historical fiction, cute couples that turn into adorable families, and stories that make you feel all the things.

Overall Rating: 4.5 loaves of bread out of 5

About the Author:
Hailey is a young novelist with a passion to create beautiful fiction. Armed with a desire to make scenarios readers can easily relate to, she writes in many genres about ordinary individuals faced with extraordinary choices. Two of her novels have been independently published. As a chronic illness warrior, Hailey eagerly encourages others to find joy no matter what the circumstances. In her free time, she loves dancing, playing music, or enjoying various outdoor activities in the Pacific Northwest.

Connect with Hailey: Her website ~ Goodreads ~ Instagram ~ Facebook ~ Twitter

Definitely go follow Hailey, she's such an amazing, inspiring person and I can't wait to see what God continues to do in her life.

Do you have a favorite historical fiction?  Do you love listening to people tell their stories?  Let me know in a comment below!

~ Abby

Indie August 2019 Readathon Announcement!

So... I decided to host a readathon. And I'm pretty excited about it.

Looking at my TBR, I realized how many independently-published books were hanging out there.  And since that is just unacceptable, I decided to set aside a week in August to dedicate to reading those indie books that I'm sure I'm going to love, and I'd love for you all to join me!

So, it is my great pleasure to announce the Indie August Readathon 2019!

What exactly does this readathon entail, you ask?  The goal is simple: read indie published books.  It can be as many or as few as you want.  My point in this is to have a no-stress, laid-back, only-as-challenging-as-you-want readathon.  It will begin (in your time zone) at 12:00 AM on August 11 and run through 11:59 PM on August 18.  That's 8 whole days to devour all the stories you want!



And, because I love an extra twist, there's also a photo challenge to go along with the readathon on Instagram!

 

There's no pressure to participate, but photo challenges are always fun, and I looove getting to see people's creativity with books!

 

^ me, @ all of bookstagram.

 

It's also an awesome opportunity to shout-out your favorite indie authors, if you want the added challenge of using only indie books in your photos!  Be sure to use the hashtag #IndieAugust19 so we can build a little community to support each other as we read ALL the books!

 

 

I am SO excited for this (I've already started planning my TBR and everything) and like, I don't want to rush my life along or anything, but I'm ready for it to be August already. xD

 

Oh, and also, if you want to follow me on Instagram, you can do so right here! Shoot me a message that you came from here and I'll follow you back!

 

 

So, do you accept the challenge?  Will you be joining me in this quest to read all the books?  Let me know in a comment below!

 

~ Abby

Keen {blog tour + book review}

It's time again, my friends!  I return with another blog tour and as I'm typing this having come fresh from finishing this particular book, I can tell you, I'm excited.

Now, some of you may know, I'm very Irish in heritage.  (I'm very American in terms of where I was born and raised, but there's a lot of Irish blood in this girl.)  I take Irish dance, potatoes are my favorite food, I have red bits in my hair, and I'm sooooo fascinated by Irish folklore.  And one of my favorite Irish legends is that of the banshee.  Don't ask me why, I couldn't tell you.  But anything and everything banshee has always intrigued me, so when I heard there was going to be a contemporary book about a teenage banshee?



Color me instantly intrigued.  And then Laura, the fabulous author of the aforementioned book about a teenage banshee, ask for participants in this blog tour.  To which I heartily said "ME PLEASE!"

Anyway, let's stop with the blabbering and get into the review.

Keen



Author: Laura L. Zimmerman
Genre: Contemporary fantasy
Content: Uh... there's a lot of death? But I feel like that should be assumed, lol.
Main Character: Caoine (pronounced Cane)

Synopsis:
You must walk the darkness to find the light.
Half-faerie Caoine has no control over the banshee lament she sings each night, predicting the death of others. A senior in a brand new high school, she expects the same response she's received at every other school: judgment from fellow students over her unusual eyes and unnaturally white skin and hair. However, when Caoine arrives at West Lincoln High, for the first time in her life she finds friends. Real friends.
But being a teenager is never easy, especially when the star soccer player, Oliver, sets his sights on her. Allowing him to get close means revealing her curse to the human world. She can't let that happen.
Life spins further out of control when her lament comes out during the day, those whose death she predicts die right in front of her, and a dark faerie known only as the Unseelie prince blames Caoine by leaving her the creepiest notes ever. Her curse is not supposed to work like that.
In a race against time, Caoine must uncover the Unseelie prince's identity and stop a spell before it unleashes hell on earth, all while trying to control her banshee song and finding a place among her peers.
Senior year just got real.

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What I Thought:

AH. MY EMOTIONS.
This was so good! And so cool!
It's a fantasy, it's a friendship/coming-of-age type of story, and in a lot of ways, it's a murder mystery too.  Which all comes together to make a story that I loved a lot.
Caoine is a fascinating protagonist.  The way Laura wrote her "curse" was so cool and yet creepy and it was perfection. She truly struggles inwardly through the whole book, but not enough to where it becomes annoying.  I was rooting for her the entire time.
And the supporting cast?  Incredible.  Aubree and Seamus and Catherine and Oliver (who is the BEST) were all amazing friends to Caione and so there for her and encouraging and GAH. Positive friendships are what I LIVE FOR in books!  Also Oliver is so swoon-worthy and perfect and I adore him with my whole heart. (He and Caoine together are just the cutest *melts*)
I'm not going to spoil anything, but I saw the villain reveal coming, which is something I personally love being able to do.  But there's a twist at the end I did not see coming which made me tear up a little, I'm not gonna lie.  This book had two misty-eyed, "oh dang" moments for me, which are always great.  And painful.  But great.  And that lesson of how even when things don't end the way you think they should, there can still be hope?  Amazing and absolutely perfect.
Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed the book.  It's definitely one that's going to stick with me for a long time.  It was original, it was awesome, and now that I know there's a sequel coming, I can't wait to see what waits for these characters next (will we go to the faerie realm? because that would be amazing)

Overall Rating: 4.5 mysterious notes out of 5

About the Author:
Laura L. Zimmerman is a homeschooling mom to three daughters, and a doting wife to one husband. She lives in a suburb of the ultra-cool Charlotte, North Carolina. Besides writing, she is passionate about loving Jesus, singing loudly, buying LuLaRoe and pretending to do yoga.
An avid coffee drinker, she gave up eating meat ten years ago and is a sucker for anything zombie related. She’s been married to her Mr. Darcy for 18 years and feels it’s her life goal to pass along her obsession with the Star Wars saga on to her offspring.
She loves to read sci-fi and fantasy for YA and MG, which in turn, bleeds through to her writing. (Watch your back: She occasionally writes horror, too!)

Connect with Laura: Her website ~ Instagram ~ Facebook ~ Goodreads ~ Twitter

A shout-out and congratulations to Laura on her new release and for letting me read it!!  I can't wait to see what's in store next.

Do you have an inexplicable mythological fave?  What mythical creature would you like to see retold in a modern setting?  Let me know in a comment below!

~ Abby