Embolden
by Syrie James and Ryan M. James
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Pub Date Oct 30 2018 | Archive Date Nov 01 2018
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Description
Internationally bestselling author Syrie James and her son, award-winning writer Ryan M. James bring their trademark drama, humor, action, and romance to Embolden, the second book in this critically acclaimed series -- along with the first book, Forbidden, as a bonus read.
The world is trying to tear them apart.
Will they stand together and fight back?
After a season of psychic visions and super-powered drama,
Claire Brennan and her angel-gone-AWOL boyfriend Alec MacKenzie can finally be together. They are trying to lead a normal life, going to high school
at Emerson Academy and hanging out with their friends.
But jealous teenagers, vengeful enemies, the city’s new Watcher, and even the school play threaten to break them apart. Not to mention Claire’s surprising second power, which could sabotage the trust of everyone she holds dear. And just when they need to stick together, they finally get a lead on where Claire’s mysteriously missing father might be.
The threats, which come not only from without but also from within, will test the strength of Alec and Claire’s relationship. Is their love enough to keep them safe?
BONUS BOOK: Readers approved to review EMBOLDEN will also receive a pdf of the critically-acclaimed first book in the series, FORBIDDEN from HarperTeen.
Advance Praise
PRAISE FOR EMBOLDEN:
“5 stars! I was so ecstatic when I heard that the second installment was being released. Thank you for granting the pleas of the readers. Like the first time, I devoured EMBOLDEN in one sitting and cherished the tandem of Alec and Claire … I felt like I was watching a movie with superb scriptwriting ... I was so invested and just kept turning the page. Now, I am biting my nails for I am left with anticipation on what comes next.” –NightlyReading
"I read Forbidden and Embolden in three days. Absolutely loved them both. I love Syrie James so as soon as I saw her name I had to read it. Can't wait for the third installment ... [and] to have physical copies of both books. I loved them!! Thank you for a great story. 4 stars!" –Bloom Magic
PRAISE FOR BOOK ONE, FORBIDDEN:
“A YA novel that hits all the right notes … The plot and storyline are great, and the characters strong … If you enjoy angels, ‘forbidden’ romance and dashing heroes, then this should be added to your TBR.” USA TODAY
Both main characters are well-drawn, with believable motivations and reactions to their situations. The ending leaves enough room for a sequel, and fans of the genre will definitely demand one.” School Library Journal
“Quite effective paranormal suspense and intense-but-quixotic high-school romance … Genre addicts will enjoy it.” Kirkus Reviews
“An addictive read. It isn’t like the other angel paranormal books out there. This will make you want more more more.” Beneath the Cover
“A must read. My top 24 of all time favorite books. The characters were very unique and will grow on you … By the way it ended, it only promised that the following book would contain more action and the move to be more intense. Highly recommended.” Jean Book Nerd
“Hands down the most fascinating book I have read in quite a while. It has wit, humor, action, mystery, and is filled with just the right amount of tension ... Simply magic!” Luxury Reading
“Forbidden has the best trio since Harry Potter! I loved it! It had plenty of humor, romance, action, mystery, and suspense ... Oh! and the cliffhanger – SO cruel. But in that I can’t flippin’ wait to read book two kind of way. 5 stars!” The Book Slayer
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781718014459 |
| PRICE | $7.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
K M, Reviewer
I Read Forbidden And Embolden in Three Days. Absolutely Loved Them Both. I love Syrie James So As Soon As I Saw Her Name I Had To Read It.
Can't Wait For The Third Installment, And Definitely Hope It's Soon And Not In A Ton Of Time.
Reviewer 462613
There are tons of werewolf, vampire, etc. love stories out there, but this is the first angel love story I have read. I really enjoyed it. It has a hint of an X-men vibe, I really liked seeing glimpses of the angels individual powers. I can’t wait for the next book!
Kathy M, Reviewer
This second book follows FORBIDDEN (2012). Claire has learned that she is half angel and her boyfriend Alec has left the ranks of the Grigori who track down Fallen and is trying to be an ordinary teenage boy.
The main problem that Claire is facing is trying to find her father who disappeared when she was a baby. Her own visions and her grandmother's visions have indicated that he's still alive but they can't track him down. Claire has a number of questions about her life and her gifts, including one that is just manifesting. Her grandmother has told her that it is a dangerous gift and that she shouldn't use it. Nothing could make it more tempting for Claire.
Her new gift has made her particularly attractive to the Fallen who will do anything to try to recruit her, even telling her that they know where her father is. They also threaten to let the Guardians know where Alec is and Claire will do anything to protect him.
Alec and Claire both try out for the school musical. Claire winning the part in Guinevere almost ruins her friendship with her best friend Erica who also wants the part of Guinevere and has wanted it for much longer than Claire. Claire tries out for the musical mostly so that she can spend more time with her friends who are involved in the production. With Alec cast as Arthur, things should be good. But Claire's former boyfriend Neal has been cast as Lancelot which is making Alec jealous. With Erica mad at her and Alec jealous and Brian dating a new girl, Claire's circle of friends is disintegrating.
Alec is also feeling some regrets about leaving the Guardians to spend time with Claire. He still feels the need to stop the bad guys but doesn't have the authority to do so. He and Claire begin keeping secrets from each other; Claire has been experimenting with her new power; and Alec is trying to track down a Fallen plot. That puts even more pressure on their relationship.
This story was entertaining. It was filled with teenage drama, scary but charming villains, friendships tested, paranormal powers, and romance.
Keshia M, Media/Journalist
Rating 4/5
This was a fun teenage drama filled read with a touch of paranormal! I really enjoyed the theatrics with it and especially liked the characters - even the villains were enjoyable! It was very entertaining and I hope there's not a huge gap like this one if there is another book :)
Jasmine L, Reviewer
I received an e-ARC for this book from the publisher and NetGalley.. I also received an e-ARC for the first book in the series, Forbidden, from the authors themselves. However, I forgot about that until I was a couple chapters in and wondering why the plot was moving along so quickly. I feel like this book can be read as a standalone, though the first book would (I'm assuming) have more background on the origin of all of the main characters' primary, supernatural abilities. There were enough references to the first book for me to piece together what happened.
I really liked the way that the visions a couple of the main characters had were written. The characters were all quite realistic, and the teenage characters were very much written like they were average, everyday teenagers. There was an even balance of the characters going about their regular lives (going to school, socializing, going out on dates, hanging out at home with their families, etc.) and dealing with the supernatural. That's pretty rare nowadays, especially in science fiction/fantasy novels, movies, and TV shows. The end of this book left enough loose ends for me to suspect that there will be a third book eventually.
I plan on reading and reviewing Forbidden soon, as a prequel of sorts.
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