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Ignited by Desni Dantone Review!
Ignited (Ignited #1)
by Desni Dantone
Release Date: August 28th 2013
Summary from Goodreads:
Seventeen year old Kris Young is on the run from a throng of superhuman golden-eyed freaks hell-bent on seeing her dead, and she doesn't know why. Good thing she has her guardian angel to protect her...sort of.
Kris is aided by Nathan, the mysterious man that ends up being anything but angelic when he rescues her for the fourth time in fourteen years. Even if the handsome hero illusion is shattered by his harsh treatment of her, he knows how to fight this strange enemy and is determined to keep her safe at all costs.
As the body count rises in their wake, Nathan introduces Kris to a world in which not everyone is human and the battle lines between good and evil are clearly drawn. Kris's piece in the puzzle is something neither is aware of and, as they uncover the truth, neither is prepared for what they find. Overcoming twists and revelations that shatter both of their lives, they discover that nothing is as it seems and nothing, least of all their hearts, are safe.
From debut author, Desni Dantone, Ignited is the first novel in a tale of first love, mystery and adventure that will introduce you to an exciting new world as Kris discovers how she fits in it.
My review
Here's how you know you love a book... Immediately upon finishing the last word, I went to Amazon and bought the rest of the series currently out and started reading pronto. Yes you heard me right. I purchased books two and three and then read them immediately after this one. I am totally hooked and I cannot wait to get my hands on book four! I'm dying to know. And this has become another must have for me. I wasn't sure what I was expecting when I picked this up as a review opp. I mean it sounds pretty interesting in summary, but this first book caught me on the string, book two reeled me in, and book three hooked me and I'm a fish out of water waiting for book four. Yeah I'm down to fishing analogies now hahaha and I absolutely loved this twist on the Greek gods and their descendants and how things are working. And let me just get it straight... It's Zeus and Poseidon vs Hades, that's all I can say in that note.
Now to Kris, she was an orphan who was taken somehow by her "guardian angel" to live with an older lady- Gran. Gran is awesome ps. But Kris thinks she's crazy because her dream "guardian angel" is appearing in real life now. And she doesn't understand. And she finally has an awesome and hot boyfriend and thinks are going good, until she sees people with scary yellow eyes who want to get her, and she has no clue why. But Kris is thrown into a battle for her life. She proved to be strong and brave and independent and dominant and blunt and even funny. She was terrified for a good bit of the beginning. Yet she pulled herself up. She was stuck with her "savior" who hates her and she thinks her boyfriend might be dead and she doesn't understand what's going on. Until she gets a bomb dropped on her. When she starts finding out what things really are like, she will fight for all she is worth.
Let me talk about the guys for a second. There's Nathan, her guardian who is a jerk, but a big hearted jerk. Lol. He continuously rescues Kris and saves her and puts his life in jeopardy for her, but bitches about it. Hahaha it was funny to see this love hate relationship with them, because it does turn to love- with complication of course. And then there's Alec. The new kid who takes a liking to Kris and helped her become a little bit more of herself when she needed it. They are both gorgeous and lovable for dofferent reasons. I won't lie, I love Nathan I do, but I really wanted her to be with Alec. I want the bad boy to find true love and happiness. I wanted so many things. And I wanted her to be with Nathan. Yeah I know I can't make up my damn mind. I love them both, and here's why- they both want to protect Kris, and I think both love her.
The plot is fantastic and I am thrilled to see where the author is going to go with this series. I want so much for all three characters as well as her best friend and another character I can't name at the moment. There's a lot going on with the Gods and what's really happening. And it's good vs evil, sometimes. Not everything is black and white. I loved the writing. I love the action. I loved the ridiculously crazy fights between Nathan and Kris and the sweet moments with Alec. I am a complete and total fan now and I love this new series!!! 5 paws!!!
About the Author
I live in the quiet, middle-of-nowhere Everett, Pennsylvania with my husband and three sons.
I've been writing since I was eleven, after I swiped one of my mom's Dean Koontz books. I still remember the first one I read; it was called Darkfall, and kept me awake most of the night. Anyway, I was totally inspired when I learned that he came from the small rural town I called home (true story, I swear!), and started writing freaky little horror stories because I wanted to be just like him. I gave the stories to my mom to read. I don't think she was as impressed as I was, but she put on an encouraging face...and that was how my writing obsession started.
After years of writing for a hobby and taking creative writing courses, I've published my first novel, Ignited. My dream is for Dean Koontz to no longer be the only bestselling author from my little middle-of-nowhere hometown.
You can check out more about me, The Ignited Series, and my upcoming books as they become available at:
http://www.desnidantone.com
http://www.facebook.com/ignitedbooks
My review
I've been writing since I was eleven, after I swiped one of my mom's Dean Koontz books. I still remember the first one I read; it was called Darkfall, and kept me awake most of the night. Anyway, I was totally inspired when I learned that he came from the small rural town I called home (true story, I swear!), and started writing freaky little horror stories because I wanted to be just like him. I gave the stories to my mom to read. I don't think she was as impressed as I was, but she put on an encouraging face...and that was how my writing obsession started.
After years of writing for a hobby and taking creative writing courses, I've published my first novel, Ignited. My dream is for Dean Koontz to no longer be the only bestselling author from my little middle-of-nowhere hometown.
You can check out more about me, The Ignited Series, and my upcoming books as they become available at:
http://www.desnidantone.com
http://www.facebook.com/ignitedbooks
My review
So here we go. We've added Micah to the mix, we finally meet him. And we finally start learning what the two big sides are playing with. Creating armies and turning sides and let's all kill Kris. HA! Well its true, they all seem to want to kill her. And this time, it's a big deal. Alec, Nathan, and Kris are on the run, learning what they can from Micah and his guards while preparing to face off against everyone who wants her dead. They need to not only survive but figure out a way to overcome all the evil going around.
Ok first, I almost ALMOST got to do a serious cheer and dance for Alec. I was sure... But no, I do believe it's official that Kris is all Team Nathan. I'm ok with that but I can't help it, I've fallen in love with Alec. If he can't have Kris, please PLEASE let him have a happy ending somewhere!! And I'm not a fan of Micah. I want to punch him in his face almost at all times. I know Kris needs him but no... Just no! And things are getting worse. There's a big player that comes in here, mainly from Nathan's past and wow is it a shocker.
I aboalutely love the story that this author is creating. I love the world building and the lore that follows the background of the Gods and how everything is finally falling into place for me to understand. And boy are things getting crazy. And finally, we find out who are really Kris's parents... It's a whammy! And we finally have that one lovable character I wanted back *wink wink* I'm seriously hooked and I can't wait for more!!!! 5 PAWS!
My review
My review
Dear God... Sweet baby Jesus! The author is getting serious and killing off characters. I mean I knew it would happen but not that and not like that. And wow... There's a lot of shockers here. Nathan made me both love and hate him here. I was almost back to full on cheering for Alec. I know he was trying to spare feelings and not hurt anyone but sometimes, the road of good intentions are paved to hell. Seriously!! If you love Kris then be honest with everyone about everything. And no worries he redeems himself so it's ok. And Alec, oh I was scared for him for a minute. And I am outright scared for Kris's best friend. And I LOVE LOVE Jared!!! Yeah I'm hoping there's a spark for those two of it works out how I want it to. And... Micah... I just can't.... Nope... Just... Ok I can't say anything. But now we're in the know and the Gods are manipulating everything and it's about to get really ugly after that ending. I love Kris more and more as this series goes on. And I am so anxious to see what will happen in book four. I need it, like last week!! And the writing only gets better and better. This has turned out to be a PHENOMENAL series!! Serious, I read all three books in one day because I just couldn't put them down!! Yeah I know I've become obsessed! But now, I'm all in and I will just have to bite my nails until book four gets here :) 5 PAWS!!!! Seriously, after that explosive ending what else would you expect :)
Coming Soon!!
Coming Soon!!
Thursday, September 17, 2015
Salvaged Soul by Desni Dantone w Giveaway!
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Book & Author Details:
Salvaged Soul by Desni Dantone
(Ignited Series #3)
Publication date: September 19th 2015
Genres: Mythology, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult
(Ignited Series #3)
Publication date: September 19th 2015
Genres: Mythology, Urban Fantasy, Young Adult
Synopsis:
Life in paradise isn’t exactly what Kris thought it would be. Treated like a prisoner and forced to keep her romance with Nathan hidden, she struggles to adapt to island life with the Kala. Worse, her specialties are coming in faster than she can control, and she fears the Skotadi within her will soon win the battle for her soul. Her only hope is to embrace her Incantation lineage, master the skills she’s supposed to have, and free herself of her destiny. If only she could figure out how to do it…
The ghosts of Nathan’s past still inhabit the island. Adapting to the Kala way of life again is something he will grudgingly accept, as long as they agree to help Kris. But falling back into the Kala system means being a Kala soldier, and when the gods ask for help, he cannot refuse. Sent around the world on a mission, he faces new dangers and stumbles upon a startling discovery that could change everything…
Together, they face their biggest hurdle yet and put their relationship to the ultimate test. When old temptations arise, new enemies emerge, and emotions run high, can their love survive?
From Amazon’s bestselling author, Desni Dantone, comes the third installment of The Ignited Series, where the danger is real, the stakes are higher, and nothing is as it seems. Continue the journey with Kris, Nathan, Alec, and Callie as they discover that when friends become enemies, enemies become friends, and the battles lines between good and evil blur, choosing the right side isn’t always easy.
The ghosts of Nathan’s past still inhabit the island. Adapting to the Kala way of life again is something he will grudgingly accept, as long as they agree to help Kris. But falling back into the Kala system means being a Kala soldier, and when the gods ask for help, he cannot refuse. Sent around the world on a mission, he faces new dangers and stumbles upon a startling discovery that could change everything…
Together, they face their biggest hurdle yet and put their relationship to the ultimate test. When old temptations arise, new enemies emerge, and emotions run high, can their love survive?
From Amazon’s bestselling author, Desni Dantone, comes the third installment of The Ignited Series, where the danger is real, the stakes are higher, and nothing is as it seems. Continue the journey with Kris, Nathan, Alec, and Callie as they discover that when friends become enemies, enemies become friends, and the battles lines between good and evil blur, choosing the right side isn’t always easy.
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Author Interview
What is The Ignited Series about?
It’s a 4 part series with a mild Greek Mythology theme. Our heroine, Kris, discovers some truths from her past that lead her on an adventurous ride to find answers as she tries to avoid the unwanted future she discovers she was meant for. She is aided by several fun and likable characters, most notably, Nathan and Alec, the two men who each hold a piece of her heart. There’s a lot of mystery, action, and romance along Kris’s bumpy journey of self-discovery.
What made you want to start writing this series?
A few years ago, I got into reading young adult books, and loved the genre. Vampires, angels, demons, werewolves… they were everywhere! Up until then, I had only dabbled in romance, and I wanted to try writing something in young adult, because they were so fun to read. Back then, no one had done anything with Greek Mythology in it yet, and I kind of wanted to read a book about demigods…so I wrote one!
Tell us about the main characters in The Ignited Series.
Kris is the main character. She starts off as a seventeen year old girl that, despite her troubled past, thinks she is normal teenager. When a group of frightening ‘non-humans’ attempt to kill her, she learns that she is anything but normal. Though she hits some bumps along the way, she maintains her wit and shows some serious growth throughout the series. By the end, she is a much stronger person.
Nathan is a hero by all accounts. He’s a skilled fighter in their world, and very good at what he does. He has rescued Kris from danger her entire life, and is the one that protects her from this enemy that is after her now. He attempts to keep his distance from her…unsuccessfully, and eventually realizes the extent of his feelings for her.
Alec is the sharp-tongued bad boy with a heart. He has a past as well, which is linked to Kris in ways that neither of them could have imagined. Unlike Nathan, Alec isn’t afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve, and the level of his devotion to Kris has been known to pull at readers’ heart strings.
I’m not usually a fan of love triangles, but yours was written in a way that I enjoyed, and I have come to like both leading males. What made you decide to write a love triangle?
I love to read them! As the saying goes, “write what you love,” so I naturally penned a love triangle. Honestly though, it doesn’t end up being so much a love triangle as a deeply rooted love that the character has for both men. But one has a romantic base, while the other develops into a super strong friendship. From the beginning, Nathan is the “it guy,” but I wanted readers to form an attachment to Alec as Kris does…and they have! Maybe a little too much, because I certainly have my “Team Alec” members!
How much time do you spend researching the Greek Mythology used in your books?
In the first two books, the Greek Mythology element doesn’t contribute that much to the plot. It’s more of a background setting. Aside from learning more about the gods and goddesses, and what traits they were known for, I didn’t spend too much time on research. Books 3 and 4, however, dive much deeper into the inner workings of Greek Mythology. Though I’m far from an expert, I have learned a lot about it. The books straddle the line between keeping with some of the more widely known facts about Greek Mythology and my own imagination, creating an additional word on top of what the research suggests. If you’re looking for a factual Greek Mythology series, this isn’t it. There’s a lot of other made up stuff that I’ve created in the name of fiction.
Are you a full-time writer, or is writing something you do for fun on the side?
Writing, for me, started off as a hobby...which I have enjoyed for 20 years! After the release of Sacrificed last year, I was able to quit my “day job” and I am a full-time writer (and stay at home mom) now.
How do you balance having three small children with writing?
A lot of late nights, caffeine, and patience. Now, I mostly find time to write when my babies (10 month old twin boys) are napping, and after I put them to bed for the night. They’ve recently started sleeping through the night (for the most part), and my oldest has just started kindergarten, so I’m finding much more time to write now. I didn’t get anything done for a long time, hence the huge gap between the release of Sacrificed and Salvaged Soul.
Books 1 and 2 of The Ignited Series are written from Kris’s POV. I would love the opportunity to get into Nathan’s head. Do you have any plans to write any books, or scenes, from his POV?
Salvaged Soul (Book 3) is written in alternating POVs, between Kris and Nathan. So you will have the opportunity to see what makes that man tick. Though I only have rough ideas at this time, I would like to create some bonus material after the series is over, and go back to rewrite a few of the more popular Kris/Nathan scenes from his POV.
Do you ever imagine or fantasize about living the life of your characters?
All the time! The entire storyline for The Ignited Series started off as a fantasy in my head. That was where I imagined up the character’s relationships to each other. Early in the development of the books, scenes or ideas would suddenly come to me in the oddest of locations, like the shower, and I would quickly run to jot down whatever scene had played out in my head before I forgot it.
Your characters have some extraordinary powers. If you could choose one, which power would you like to have?
I think the ability to communicate with the dead would be awesome, only because in this world it’s not weird and creepy. It would be cool to see missed loved ones. Or receive pertinent information from the dead (hint!)
What is The Ignited Series about?
It’s a 4 part series with a mild Greek Mythology theme. Our heroine, Kris, discovers some truths from her past that lead her on an adventurous ride to find answers as she tries to avoid the unwanted future she discovers she was meant for. She is aided by several fun and likable characters, most notably, Nathan and Alec, the two men who each hold a piece of her heart. There’s a lot of mystery, action, and romance along Kris’s bumpy journey of self-discovery.
What made you want to start writing this series?
A few years ago, I got into reading young adult books, and loved the genre. Vampires, angels, demons, werewolves… they were everywhere! Up until then, I had only dabbled in romance, and I wanted to try writing something in young adult, because they were so fun to read. Back then, no one had done anything with Greek Mythology in it yet, and I kind of wanted to read a book about demigods…so I wrote one!
Tell us about the main characters in The Ignited Series.
Kris is the main character. She starts off as a seventeen year old girl that, despite her troubled past, thinks she is normal teenager. When a group of frightening ‘non-humans’ attempt to kill her, she learns that she is anything but normal. Though she hits some bumps along the way, she maintains her wit and shows some serious growth throughout the series. By the end, she is a much stronger person.
Nathan is a hero by all accounts. He’s a skilled fighter in their world, and very good at what he does. He has rescued Kris from danger her entire life, and is the one that protects her from this enemy that is after her now. He attempts to keep his distance from her…unsuccessfully, and eventually realizes the extent of his feelings for her.
Alec is the sharp-tongued bad boy with a heart. He has a past as well, which is linked to Kris in ways that neither of them could have imagined. Unlike Nathan, Alec isn’t afraid to wear his heart on his sleeve, and the level of his devotion to Kris has been known to pull at readers’ heart strings.
I’m not usually a fan of love triangles, but yours was written in a way that I enjoyed, and I have come to like both leading males. What made you decide to write a love triangle?
I love to read them! As the saying goes, “write what you love,” so I naturally penned a love triangle. Honestly though, it doesn’t end up being so much a love triangle as a deeply rooted love that the character has for both men. But one has a romantic base, while the other develops into a super strong friendship. From the beginning, Nathan is the “it guy,” but I wanted readers to form an attachment to Alec as Kris does…and they have! Maybe a little too much, because I certainly have my “Team Alec” members!
How much time do you spend researching the Greek Mythology used in your books?
In the first two books, the Greek Mythology element doesn’t contribute that much to the plot. It’s more of a background setting. Aside from learning more about the gods and goddesses, and what traits they were known for, I didn’t spend too much time on research. Books 3 and 4, however, dive much deeper into the inner workings of Greek Mythology. Though I’m far from an expert, I have learned a lot about it. The books straddle the line between keeping with some of the more widely known facts about Greek Mythology and my own imagination, creating an additional word on top of what the research suggests. If you’re looking for a factual Greek Mythology series, this isn’t it. There’s a lot of other made up stuff that I’ve created in the name of fiction.
Are you a full-time writer, or is writing something you do for fun on the side?
Writing, for me, started off as a hobby...which I have enjoyed for 20 years! After the release of Sacrificed last year, I was able to quit my “day job” and I am a full-time writer (and stay at home mom) now.
How do you balance having three small children with writing?
A lot of late nights, caffeine, and patience. Now, I mostly find time to write when my babies (10 month old twin boys) are napping, and after I put them to bed for the night. They’ve recently started sleeping through the night (for the most part), and my oldest has just started kindergarten, so I’m finding much more time to write now. I didn’t get anything done for a long time, hence the huge gap between the release of Sacrificed and Salvaged Soul.
Books 1 and 2 of The Ignited Series are written from Kris’s POV. I would love the opportunity to get into Nathan’s head. Do you have any plans to write any books, or scenes, from his POV?
Salvaged Soul (Book 3) is written in alternating POVs, between Kris and Nathan. So you will have the opportunity to see what makes that man tick. Though I only have rough ideas at this time, I would like to create some bonus material after the series is over, and go back to rewrite a few of the more popular Kris/Nathan scenes from his POV.
Do you ever imagine or fantasize about living the life of your characters?
All the time! The entire storyline for The Ignited Series started off as a fantasy in my head. That was where I imagined up the character’s relationships to each other. Early in the development of the books, scenes or ideas would suddenly come to me in the oddest of locations, like the shower, and I would quickly run to jot down whatever scene had played out in my head before I forgot it.
Your characters have some extraordinary powers. If you could choose one, which power would you like to have?
I think the ability to communicate with the dead would be awesome, only because in this world it’s not weird and creepy. It would be cool to see missed loved ones. Or receive pertinent information from the dead (hint!)
AUTHOR BIO:
Desni Dantone is the author of The Ignited Series: Ignited (2013), Sacrificed (2014), and the upcoming Salvaged Soul and Avenging Heart.
She resides in Everett, PA with her husband, 3 sons, dog and cat, where she can usually be found writing on her laptop or engrossed in a book, usually of the paranormal romance variety. She loves to hear from her growing fan base on facebook or on her website at: www.facebook.com/
She resides in Everett, PA with her husband, 3 sons, dog and cat, where she can usually be found writing on her laptop or engrossed in a book, usually of the paranormal romance variety. She loves to hear from her growing fan base on facebook or on her website at: www.facebook.com/
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