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The Guardian's Wildchild
by
Feather Stone (Goodreads Author)
Sidney Davenport is known as Wildchild to her Guardian mentor, Greystone. She rebels against rules. Wildchild is gifted in the paranormal, but carefully conceals her powers from the world. Even in the crises that threaten her life, she refuses to use her powers of telepathy, telekinesis, space/time travel. If her enemies discovered the truth of who she is, her Guardian peo...more
Paperback, 277 pages
Published
September 27th 2011
by Omnific Publishing
(first published September 26th 2011)
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The Guardian's Wildchild was definitely very different from anything I have read before. I'll be honest, the whole New Age vibe was a bit of a turn off for me. That's just not something that has ever kept my attention; however the story and the characters drew me in. I thought that the story was both plot and character driven. It was definitely an emotional read. It had moments that made me laugh, moments that made me furious, and moments that brought me to tears. The point of view shifts betwee...more
A little bit of Pocahontas, with a hint of Pirates of the Caribbean, some post-apocalyptic mayhem and a whole lot of military dystopia and the result is this book. It is not a bad a book, but it is also not my kind of thing. At all. Too new agey for me.
Review originally posted at http://www.mycutebookshelf.com/2012/0...
The Guardian's Wildchild is quite an ambitious project. Think a little bit of a military dystopia, with just a hint of the post-apocalyptic, a little bit of piracy and ships, a wh...more
Review originally posted at http://www.mycutebookshelf.com/2012/0...
The Guardian's Wildchild is quite an ambitious project. Think a little bit of a military dystopia, with just a hint of the post-apocalyptic, a little bit of piracy and ships, a wh...more
I was so excited when I got this book for the tour. I had been wanting to read it for a while and dove right in when it came in the mail. When I say dove right in, I mean that literally, this book draws you in and doesn't let go till you've read the very last word.
The characters are amazing and well developed and the plot, wow lets just say it is jam packed full of emotion. One minute I was laughing, one minute I was so mad, then I'd be crying my eyes out reading it. I love it when an author ca...more
My review:
The Guardian's Wildchild by Feather Stone was a surprising book for me. It was well-written, the characters were likable and the plot was captivating.
Regarding the plot:
The very beginning of The Guardian's Wildchild caught my attention right away and that is always a good start. You get the picture of a very different Earth, where military runs almost everything. if you don't like ti you are punished. The setting was compelling and well-described, so the author did a very good job wit...more
The Guardian's Wildchild by Feather Stone was a surprising book for me. It was well-written, the characters were likable and the plot was captivating.
Regarding the plot:
The very beginning of The Guardian's Wildchild caught my attention right away and that is always a good start. You get the picture of a very different Earth, where military runs almost everything. if you don't like ti you are punished. The setting was compelling and well-described, so the author did a very good job wit...more
I know this is going to sound totally cheesy, but truly, reading this book was a journey. Stone has a remarkable ability to draw readers into this world she's created. It's our world projected into a future that's lost the most beautiful part of being human. Really, what the protagonists are fighting for throughout the story is to bring this beauty back.
It's hard for me to say whether this story was more character driven or plot driven - both are so strong. And the setting - most of it on a Nav...more
It's hard for me to say whether this story was more character driven or plot driven - both are so strong. And the setting - most of it on a Nav...more
Feb 24, 2012
Splash Of Our Worlds *Yiota*
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
Shelves:
must-buy-printed
4.5 stars
Oh my god!! No way i was expecting the book to be that good! I loved it!
The book is written mainly with two first person POVs, of Sam and Sidney. It starts with a small introduction for both the characters and the stories, by showing you some important things in their past. While i usually i'm not fan of this method, it was written nicely and it actually fitted with the rest later. Another thing, that i really liked was how good the author had understand her ideas and what she wanted to...more
Oh my god!! No way i was expecting the book to be that good! I loved it!
The book is written mainly with two first person POVs, of Sam and Sidney. It starts with a small introduction for both the characters and the stories, by showing you some important things in their past. While i usually i'm not fan of this method, it was written nicely and it actually fitted with the rest later. Another thing, that i really liked was how good the author had understand her ideas and what she wanted to...more
* Thank you to the author, Feather Stone, for allowing me to be a Early Reviewer on the JeepDiva Blog http://www.thejeepdiva.com. *
AUTHOR: I must describe author Feather Stone with a quote at the end of her book, “Change your thinking, change your life”. She writes with great balance of dialogue and action and adventure.
GENRE: Paranormal, Fiction, Romance, Inspirational
SETTING: Year 2020- Planet Earth experiences multiple natural disasters resulting in U.S. martial law and Underground rebellion...more
AUTHOR: I must describe author Feather Stone with a quote at the end of her book, “Change your thinking, change your life”. She writes with great balance of dialogue and action and adventure.
GENRE: Paranormal, Fiction, Romance, Inspirational
SETTING: Year 2020- Planet Earth experiences multiple natural disasters resulting in U.S. martial law and Underground rebellion...more
This such a sweet story, Stone does a fantastic job of enrapturing the reader into the world of Sidney, Sam and the Guardians. This book is full of love, fire, spirit and heart. Sidney is a spunky, compassionate character that through her many other lives are changed. The best part of this book for me are the scenes with Sidney and Sam because she is not guided by rules, and he is a walking rule book, so she is the perfect challenge for him, and he for her. Sam has courage and there is an intrig...more
Originally posted at A Bookalicious Story.
*2.5 stars* I thought that THE GUARDIAN'S WILDCHILD was a very philosophical and mature Dystopian novel - full of moral righteousness and teachings. I'm not a big fan of Dystopian stories, but when the synopsis told of a love story amidst military disputes and harsh conditions, being the romance-junky that I was, I decided to give it a try.
My Summary
The world is slowly falling into ruin, but only Hawk's Island remains to be inhabited by long-extinct flo...more
*2.5 stars* I thought that THE GUARDIAN'S WILDCHILD was a very philosophical and mature Dystopian novel - full of moral righteousness and teachings. I'm not a big fan of Dystopian stories, but when the synopsis told of a love story amidst military disputes and harsh conditions, being the romance-junky that I was, I decided to give it a try.
My Summary
The world is slowly falling into ruin, but only Hawk's Island remains to be inhabited by long-extinct flo...more
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The Guardian's Wild Child is a paranormal romance with so much more. It combines positive messages about love, compassion, and courage with adventure, espionage, and plot twists that kept me guessing right until the very end.
The backdrop was quite different than the romance stories I am used to reading. A rigid and orderly navy ship seems at first to be an odd place for two people to fall in love, especially when one is the other's prisoner. But as the story goes on the ship seems to soften into...more
The backdrop was quite different than the romance stories I am used to reading. A rigid and orderly navy ship seems at first to be an odd place for two people to fall in love, especially when one is the other's prisoner. But as the story goes on the ship seems to soften into...more
Looking for a strong, brassy heroine? Sidney, one of the main characters, will appeal to the reader. She manages to stay strong and tough even through some of the most difficult times of her life. The reader will form an easy and instant connection to her.
Sam is more of a tough cookie. However, he is compassionate when it counts. The reader may take slightly longer to warm up to him, but he is not hard to like either.
The setting is a Navy ship far away from land, brings a bit of a magical qual...more
MICHELLE'S REVIEW:
RATING : 4.5 SAM STARS!!!
I absolutely loved ‘The Guardian’s Wild Child by debut author Feather Stone. I love the author's name!
This is a book I wouldn’t normally read, and I am glad I did. Sometimes in life you get drawn towards things and I think this book was one of them.
This book had me in a bit of a reading trance, where I just wanted to keep reading and reading. It is set in the future and the first few chapters take us in leaps of years to get to where we meet Samura Wat...more
RATING : 4.5 SAM STARS!!!
I absolutely loved ‘The Guardian’s Wild Child by debut author Feather Stone. I love the author's name!
This is a book I wouldn’t normally read, and I am glad I did. Sometimes in life you get drawn towards things and I think this book was one of them.
This book had me in a bit of a reading trance, where I just wanted to keep reading and reading. It is set in the future and the first few chapters take us in leaps of years to get to where we meet Samura Wat...more
The Guardian's Wildchild caught me off guard. The opening paragraph demanded my attention. When the story opens, Earth has been ravaged by natural disasters. Martial law is in effect. No mercy is shown to those perceived as a threat. Sam Waterhouse is a virtual captive to the military he is part of, there's no way out without risking his life or those of his children. Sidney Davenport is a Guardian, she was destined for greatness. When she is captured and sentenced to execution aboard Sam's ship...more
A lovely story full of intrigue, espionage, murder, romance and the military - the navy What more could a reader ask? Great storyline, the descriptions so vivid I could visualise the whole story. Brilliant characterisations, I loved Sidney and Sam, and plenty of devious, dark and twisty characters such as Madame and Captain Frank Butchart. I liked the concept of the crystal powers, they are known for healing properties, so the thought of their power is quite intriguing. Although, in my world for...more
Jul 28, 2012
Fara Nani
rated it
4 of 5 stars
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review of another edition
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received-for-review
Review on blog: Tumbling In Books
The Guardian’s WildChild got me sucked into its world the moment I started reading it. This was definitely a unique story.
Sidney was sent on a mission but the mission went haywire and she was captured and sent to the US Nonnah ship to (supposedly) be executed. Sam Waterhouse was the captain of that ship, but he wasn’t really in a rush to execute Sidney. Not with all the new information he’s finally getting out of her.
Sidney was an easy protagonist to follow. She’...more
The Guardian’s WildChild got me sucked into its world the moment I started reading it. This was definitely a unique story.
Sidney was sent on a mission but the mission went haywire and she was captured and sent to the US Nonnah ship to (supposedly) be executed. Sam Waterhouse was the captain of that ship, but he wasn’t really in a rush to execute Sidney. Not with all the new information he’s finally getting out of her.
Sidney was an easy protagonist to follow. She’...more
This beautifully written paranormal dystopia is a book that captures you and doesn’t let go. It is a fast paced read about powerful but peaceful Guardians who only want to protect the world and help those who have forgotten that they too are Guardians.
The story is mainly about a girl named Sidney Davenpport. When she was young it was prophesized that she would help the earth from those who were bent on leading it into darkness. She is gifted and a bit wild, which is why her mentor calls her Wild...more
The story is mainly about a girl named Sidney Davenpport. When she was young it was prophesized that she would help the earth from those who were bent on leading it into darkness. She is gifted and a bit wild, which is why her mentor calls her Wild...more
GENRE: YA Fantasy
THEME: Magic/Romance
RECEIVED: Received for Review for Tour
BLOG: http://seeingnight.blogspot.com/
3.5 stars
REVIEW:
The Guardian’s Witchchild was a fast paced read with a very interesting premise of power guardians who are trying to protect the earth from dangerous people. The concept was very original and the writing really kept me interested from beginning to end.
The story follows Sidney Davenport whom at a young age was prophesized as being the hope for helping earth from its dar...more
THEME: Magic/Romance
RECEIVED: Received for Review for Tour
BLOG: http://seeingnight.blogspot.com/
3.5 stars
REVIEW:
The Guardian’s Witchchild was a fast paced read with a very interesting premise of power guardians who are trying to protect the earth from dangerous people. The concept was very original and the writing really kept me interested from beginning to end.
The story follows Sidney Davenport whom at a young age was prophesized as being the hope for helping earth from its dar...more
RATING : 4.5 SAM STARS!!!
I absolutely loved ‘The Guardian’s Wild Child by debut author Feather Stone. I love the author's name!
This is a book I wouldn’t normally read, and I am glad I did. Sometimes in life you get drawn towards things and I think this book was one of them.
This book had me in a bit of a reading trance, where I just wanted to keep reading and reading. It is set in the future and the first few chapters take us in leaps of years to get to where we meet Samura Waterhouse. The first...more
I absolutely loved ‘The Guardian’s Wild Child by debut author Feather Stone. I love the author's name!
This is a book I wouldn’t normally read, and I am glad I did. Sometimes in life you get drawn towards things and I think this book was one of them.
This book had me in a bit of a reading trance, where I just wanted to keep reading and reading. It is set in the future and the first few chapters take us in leaps of years to get to where we meet Samura Waterhouse. The first...more
This review was first posted @ The Australian Bookshelf
Sidney Davenport is captured aboard a naval ship, under the guard of Captain Sam Waterhouse. Her past is mysterious, as well as her mission on the ship and these both frustrate and enliven the captain who is responsible for her interrogation. In time, Sidney’s powerful abilities to manipulate objects with her mind and many other skills emerge, but Sam is disbelieving of her motives aboard the ship. Sidney is part of a secret community of gua...more
Sidney Davenport is captured aboard a naval ship, under the guard of Captain Sam Waterhouse. Her past is mysterious, as well as her mission on the ship and these both frustrate and enliven the captain who is responsible for her interrogation. In time, Sidney’s powerful abilities to manipulate objects with her mind and many other skills emerge, but Sam is disbelieving of her motives aboard the ship. Sidney is part of a secret community of gua...more
Wild, Spiritual Ride
Taking place in a bleak future, The Guardian’s Wildchild is a mystical journey starring Guardian Sidney Davenport and US Navy Captain Sam Waterhouse. The Guardians are a powerful people who oversee and care for the planet and humanity. They secretly live among us, exerting their subtle influence. Some of us are “sleeping” Guardians who haven’t realized our power.
When the Guardians catch wind of an evil plot that will destroy life as we know it, they send Sidney to steal a com...more
Taking place in a bleak future, The Guardian’s Wildchild is a mystical journey starring Guardian Sidney Davenport and US Navy Captain Sam Waterhouse. The Guardians are a powerful people who oversee and care for the planet and humanity. They secretly live among us, exerting their subtle influence. Some of us are “sleeping” Guardians who haven’t realized our power.
When the Guardians catch wind of an evil plot that will destroy life as we know it, they send Sidney to steal a com...more
Actual Rating: DNF (Did Not Finish)
I used to feel bad about not finishing a book. About not giving it its best chance to thrill me, but with all the books out there that I want to read, I can't waste time on books that fail to interest me. The Guardian's Wildchild is one of those books. The writer's style and voice failed to grab me. The dialogue never rang true and, to be perfectly honest, I just found it boring.
Granted, I didn't even make it 100 pages in, but by that point, I'd had enough. I...more
I used to feel bad about not finishing a book. About not giving it its best chance to thrill me, but with all the books out there that I want to read, I can't waste time on books that fail to interest me. The Guardian's Wildchild is one of those books. The writer's style and voice failed to grab me. The dialogue never rang true and, to be perfectly honest, I just found it boring.
Granted, I didn't even make it 100 pages in, but by that point, I'd had enough. I...more
An interesting, sweet story for young adults. I like the premise of Guardians trying to save the world in a time of post-apocalyptic uncertainty and chaos.
The writing has potential for improvement - The storytelling was a little stilted and not engaging enough, so it was a little difficult to connect with the characters. That said, I loved the conclusion – it’s touching, emotionally raw and unexpected.
The writing has potential for improvement - The storytelling was a little stilted and not engaging enough, so it was a little difficult to connect with the characters. That said, I loved the conclusion – it’s touching, emotionally raw and unexpected.
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My opinion: In my opinion, this book started off incredibly strong. I was sucked into the storyline almost immediately. Midpoint in the book though, I had the feeling that the high quality of writing simply dropped off. The continued story almost had a feeling of being forced and more superficial. It was very much a disappointment after being so connected to the characters. I understand it is a dystopian romance, but towards the of the book, it became mo...more
My opinion: In my opinion, this book started off incredibly strong. I was sucked into the storyline almost immediately. Midpoint in the book though, I had the feeling that the high quality of writing simply dropped off. The continued story almost had a feeling of being forced and more superficial. It was very much a disappointment after being so connected to the characters. I understand it is a dystopian romance, but towards the of the book, it became mo...more
I debated between 2 and 3 stars, and decided on 3 because it did have an interesting story that kept me wanting to read more.
I didn't like how the story ended (Krista - Skip this one!) The wrap up of the conflict was so abrupt, and incomplete that I am not sure this was meant to be a stand-alone book. If there are more that come out to make this a series, I will not be reading them.
The world created in this book was intriguing, but the "bad guy" was VERY underdeveloped. The character of Sam was...more
I didn't like how the story ended (Krista - Skip this one!) The wrap up of the conflict was so abrupt, and incomplete that I am not sure this was meant to be a stand-alone book. If there are more that come out to make this a series, I will not be reading them.
The world created in this book was intriguing, but the "bad guy" was VERY underdeveloped. The character of Sam was...more
Feather Stone, has crafted a wonderfully, well-written story.I love the imagery and the well thought out, strong cast of characters. This book gives us a glimps into a dark future, with glimmers of hope and promise.The protagonist Sidney Davenport carries with her a message for all humamity and you won't want to miss it.The cover of this book suggests Young Adult but this is a great read,for any age. I highly recommend it!
Mar 05, 2012
Patricia
marked it as to-read
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Mar 12, 2012
Sarah
is currently reading it
Can't wait to get started!!
Review on the 21st
This book is a rare treat. The author is very in touch with her characters and transports the readers with her gorgeous prose. The fast paced plot keeps you riveted to the page. Your Kindle deserves this book as do you! Let this symphony of words carry you through a fantastic journey this summer!
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