Title: F.A.I.R.I.E.S.: Baptism by Fire Author: M.C. Pearson Blog: Christian Bookshelf Reviews Link to Giveaway:Interview & Book Giveaway! M.C. Pearson ~ Author of F.A.I.R.I.E.S.: Baptism by Fire Genre: Christian teen fantasy How to enter: Fill out giveaway form Entry deadline: 2/7 Restrictions: Print copies for US/Canada; Kindle copy elsewhere
Title: The Short Second Life of Bree Tanner Author: Stephenie Meyer Blog: Meremade Link to Giveaway:Free Giveaway!! Get to Know a New Vampire Genre: Young adult (13-17) How to enter: Follow the giveaway blog; leave a comment on the giveaway post Entry deadline: July 10 Restrictions: USA
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Title: Micro Business for Teens (4 book set) Author: Carol Topp Blog: 4 the Love of Books Link to Giveaway:Starting a Micro Business by Carol Topp Teens, nonfiction, business
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Title: Never Been Kissed Author: Melody Carlson Blog: Kelly's Lucky You! Link to Giveaway:Book Review and Giveaway: Never Been Kissed by Melody Carlson Genre: Christian teen fiction How to enter: Visit the author's site and then comment on the giveaway post about one of her other books Entry deadline: February 14th at midnight EST Restrictions: US residents only
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Title: Books 5 & 6 of The Knights of Arrethtrae series: Sir Quinlan and the Swords of Valor, Sir Rowan and the Camerian Conquest Author: Chuck Black Genre: Christian teen fiction
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Entry deadline: November 10, 2010
Restrictions: Open internationally!
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Two friends face the Dark Knight’s deadliest scheme, but only one knight has the courage to overcome.
Sir Quinlan leaves his boyhood friend to serve the Prince, fighting a battle darker and more intense than any he’s ever known. The mysterious Sir Baylor recruits him into the ranks of an elite unit of knights known as the Swords of Valor, but when tragedy strikes and everyone blames Quinlan, the Swords of Valor disband, ending a legacy of heroic deeds.
Alone and despairing, Quinlan wanders the kingdom, fleeing his past. His providential encounter with Taras, a mysterious Silent Warrior and former trainer of Valor Knights, offers Quinlan a chance to redeem himself and learn the ways of the secret warriors.
The training is grueling, and just when Quinlan seems to have left his failures behind, he receives an impossible challenge from the Prince—one that will force him to face his past…and the mighty men who blame him for the tragedy that ruined them.
Can Quinlan reunite the Valor Knights in time to save the people from the Dark Knight’s evil plot to rule the Kingdom of Arrethtrae, or will the Valor Knights lose the most important battle of all?
A knight left for dead. A country on the verge of ruin. And an evil lord rising to conquer.
Rowan is the most decorated tournament knight in Cameria, but when he is attacked and left for dead, his world collapses. Betrayed and lingering at death’s door, only a bizarre vision of his Prince and the help of a woman dedicated to the King keeps him alive. As Rowan heals, he finds new purpose in life through service to his King.
But his beloved land of Cameria has fallen victim to the tyranny of the Dark Knight.
Rowan’s countrymen need his help taking their cities back from the enemy, but all is not as it appears. The mysterious Sir Lijah insists Rowan’s purpose lies elsewhere—far away from Cameria, in an ancient city and for an ancient cause.
Rowan’s destiny is greater than he ever imagined. The final battle with the Dark Knight approaches, and he must choose where he will fight. Will he discover his true identity and purpose as a Knight of the Prince, or will the Dark Knight claim victory for eternity?
About the Author:
Chuck Black, a former F-16 fighter pilot and tactical communications engineer, is the best-selling, award-winning author of the Kingdom series and the Knights of Arrethtrae series. He has received praise from parents across the country for his unique approach to telling biblical truths. His passion in life is to serve the Lord Jesus Christ and to love his wife, Andrea, and their six children. He lives with his family in North Dakota.
What I Liked: Wow, wow, and wow! This is a series I will definitely be acquiring for my daughter's library, though it will take a few years before she is ready for them. I do believe a literary classic has been born here.
This isn't my usual genre, so I wasn't expecting to be immediately transported to a Robin Hoodesque era (with a few fantastical elements thrown in) and to become completely immersed in and inspired by the story. And compared with the Robin Hood legends, the purpose for being and fighting are so much higher and more profound in these stories. There is a perfect blend of narration, dialogue, and fast action.
Much more so than other Christian fantasy series (such as Narnia), the author uses direct and obvious parallels to the very real spiritual war we are in the middle of. And unlike some realistic Christian end-time fiction (such as Left Behind), the use of fantasy gives the author room to interpret the spirit of the book of Revelation without getting into debates of prophetic interpretation.
Each book has a specific point as it portrays the grand battle between Lucius and the Prince. Sir Quinlan's story deals with the danger of apathy, while Sir Rowan's tale highlights the sin of pride. Discussion questions at the end are a perfect way for parents to engage their teens in meaningful conversations about the topic discussed, or to use in a teen study/book group.
Did I mention there are female knights and warriors included? Love it! It was tastefully done - with complete respect for the father and/or husband roles. (And yes, I kept making a mental comparison to Maid Marion in book #6.)
I found the musical score included in each book fascinating as well. My piano skills are a little rusty to play the pieces by sight, but a look through them makes me think they will contribute nicely to the tone and mood of the books.
I have only read books 5 & 6 of the series and find them to stand alone well, but am very much looking forward to reading the rest.
What I Didn't Like: Really, really got nothing for you here. The violence of the stories make them suitable for a more mature (think PG13) audience, but that violence in part is what allows you to see the awesomeness of the King and His Son. I highly, highly recommend this book for the teens in your life - and encourage you to read them before gifting them!
Thanks to Waterbrook Multnomah for the review and giveaway copies of these books, and to MamaBuzz for coordinating the tour.
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Title: Going Blue: A Teen Guide to Saving Our Oceans, Lakes, Rivers, & Wetlands Author: Cathryn Berger Kaye, M.A., with Philippe Cousteau and EarthEcho International Blog: Is There A Bathroom On This Ship? Link to Giveaway:Going Blue (Review w/ Giveaway) Genre: Teen environmental How to enter: Visit the giveaway sponsor site and then comment on the giveaway post, telling of another title that sounds interesting Entry deadline: 11:59 p.m. EST on September 25, 2010 Restrictions: US resident; no PO boxes
Title: Catwalk: On the Runway Book 2 Author: Melody Carlson Genre: Christian teen fiction
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Entry deadline: September 10, 2010
Restrictions: Open internationally!
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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
Melody Carlson has written more than 200 books for teens, women, and children. Before publishing, Melody traveled around the world, volunteered in teen ministry, taught preschool, raised two sons, and worked briefly in interior design and later in international adoption. “I think real-life experiences inspire the best fiction,” she says. Her wide variety of books seem to prove this theory.
What I Liked: I enjoyed the insight into a world far from my own - the fashion industry! I enjoyed the author's take on the real lives of the famous; she brought them down to earth in this book, even bringing out some of the challenges they face from a Christian perspective. And the character development - the contrast between the sisters, for instance - was intriguing and realistic.
This was an overall easy, light read with a little romance, some tragedy, some heart-searching moments. Though the second in a series, it stood alone pretty well (I haven't read the first). It definitely sets the stage for an upcoming book that I will just have to get my hands on after reading this one!
What I Didn't Like: For me, this was an entertaining rather than a thought-provoking read. Which is not a bad thing, but I probably won't remember much of the storyline a couple of years from now...
Title: Hot by Laura L. Smith; Forgotten: Seventeen and Homeless by Melody Carlson Blog: Bluerose's HeartLink to Giveaway:2 Book Giveaway: Forgotten and Hot Genre: Christian teen fiction How to enter: Comment on the giveaway post Entry deadline: August 25th Restrictions: US only
Title: Motorcycles, Sushi and One Strange Book; Boyfriends, Burritos and an Ocean of Trouble Author: Nancy Rue Blog: Hidden Valley Simplicity Link to Giveaway:Giveaway: Real Life Books 1 and 2 Genre: Christian teen How to enter: Comment on the giveaway post with your email address Entry deadline: August 30th Restrictions: ?
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