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February 2014

Wow, I looked back through my Blog Posts to copy and paste the top part of this meme and found that I haven't posted an Indie Life post since October. 

I have been really slack, but have also had a few family issues which needed to be attended to.

So please accept my appologies.

I have mentioned many times that time is my biggest hindrance, when it comes to my writing, and this has also been the case over the past few months.

By the time I look after my family, animals, house, work and then fit in some exercise for myself, check my emails and respond back - the day has gone and I feel exhausted and into bed.

I envy authors who are  so organized, their life seems to just fall into place with little or no effort. I have no answers for my dilemma, but I always try to find a solution which suits the circumstances. (Some might call this the easy way out).

I have noticed recently that a lot of people blogging are not using a signature at the bottom of their comments, making it easier to be followed back to your most recent post, so I thought I would supply the information on how to accomplish this important task.

First a code needs to be copied and pasted, (I save mine in a Word document for easy access anytime.)

<a href=PASTE YOUR URL OF THE BLOG POST<TYPE IN YOUR SIGNATURE/NAME</a>

  PASTE YOUR URL OF THE BLOG POST  To find this, simply click your mouse on the title of the post and once the page refreshes, copy the address (URL) of the post and paste where indicated.

 TYPE IN YOUR SIGNATURE/NAME Then type your name or signature where shown above.

Make sure there are no spaces between each section.
When complete, just copy the entire sequence and paste it at the bottom of your comment.

Where this code has been pasted, your signature will appear, linking it back to the post on your blog page.

I found this technique to be very handy when commenting on sites during the A-Z Challenge, which will be here before we know it.

Are you ready?



  

TEASER TUESDAY

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by
http://shouldbereading.wordpress.com/of Should Be Reading.Anyone can play along!Just do the followingGrab your current readOpen to a random pageShare two (2) "teaser" sentences from somewhere on that pageBE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE ANY SPOILERS!
Make sure that what you share doesn't give too much away!


You don't want to ruin the book for others!


These Broken Stars (Starbound #1) byAmie Kaufman &Meagan Spooner  It's a night like any other on board the Icarus. Then, catastrophe strikes: the massive luxury spaceliner is yanked out of hyperspace and plummets into the nearest planet. Lilac LaRoux and Tarver Merendsen survive. And they seem to be alone.

Lilac is the daughter of the richest man in the universe. Tarver comes from nothing, a young war hero who learned long ago that girls like Lilac are more trouble than they’re worth. But with only each other to rely on, Lilac and Tarver must work together, making a tortuous journey across the eerie, deserted terrain to seek help.

Then, against all odds, Lilac and Tarver find a strange blessing in the tragedy that has thrown them into each other’s arms. Without the hope of a future together in their own world, they begin to wonder—would they be better off staying here forever?

Everything changes when they uncover the truth behind the chilling whispers that haunt their every step. Lilac and Tarver may find a way off this planet. But they won’t be the same people who landed on it.

--

A timeless love story, THESE BROKEN STARS sets into motion a sweeping science fiction series of companion novels. The Starbound Trilogy: Three worlds. Three love stories. One enemy.

MY TEASER:

She's not looking at me and seeing a guy brought up on the wrong type of planet. She's not seeing a soldier, or a war hero, or an uncultured lout who doesn't understand how hard this is for her, or an idiot who knows nothing about the right kind of anything.

She just sees me.

Page 130, These Broken Stars, The Starbound Trilogy by Amie Kaufman & Meagan Spooner.

FIRE & ICE BLOG HOP 8TH - 15TH FEBRUARY

 Fiery Reads on Icy Cold Nights



This year I am participating for one day in the Fire & Ice Blog Hop, hosted by Rainy Day Ramblings, My Guilty Obsession, Candace's Book Blog and TThe Nocturnal Library, with a post featuring He Came For Mine, Book Two in The Protector Series.

Below is a Rafflecopter Giveaway, make sure you enter to win a $10 Amazon Gift Card and ebook copies of He Came For Mine.  This is the schedule for today!Please visit the list below and check out their choices.  February 11th:
Caroyln@C.M. Brown Blogspot: The Protector Series, He Came For Mine by C.M. Brown
Ali@My Guilty Obsession: Tiffany King: Woodfall Girls Series
Candace@Candace's Book Blog: Huntley Fitzpatrick: What I Thought Was True
Alicia@Addicted Readers: Tracy E. Banghart: Shattered Veil
Maja@The Nocturnal Library: Jamie Lee Moyer: Delia's Shadow  He Came For Mine, Book 2 in The Protector Series
By Carolyn Brown

Desperate to save the life of a child he never knew he had, Sebastian returns to Earth to find Jazz in the arms of another man.  A man he knows all too well.  One who cannot be trusted!  Sebastian worries if Jazz’s feelings for him have fleeted in his absence and he vows to win her back.Jazz struggles to find ground between Sebastian and her new life, unsure who to trust and still holding resentment for Seb’s abandonment.  She seeks solace through someone who was there for her when she needed to pick up the pieces.After coming to terms with her new life, Jazz is struck down with confusion and longing when Sebastian suddenly returns.However, a dark battle is forthcoming, one that is bound to bring bloodshed.
     SMASHWORDS      APPLE     BARNES AND NOBLE       KOBO       SONY     AMAZON

EXCERPT:
Auron began to lead our party down lower and as we turned to pass a ridge of mountain, The Sanctuary rose before us.  I quickly looked over at Jazz, her face showed her astonishment, as she looked around the scene before her.
The actual building stood near the top of the following summit, but what I wanted Jazz to see was the green grass which spread across a flat plain filled with a variety of trees, majestically reaching their limbs towards the blue moon.
In the distance just before The Sanctuary lay a crystal clear blue lake, which I knew was filled with colourful fish.  The moon was reflecting its deep blue cast upon the surface and the water’s surface shimmered with the movement of the fish.
As our steeds retracted their wings and landed upon the ground, they broke into a gallop, before slowing to a stop near the edge of the lake.I looked across at Jazz and my heart leapt at the sight of her amazed expression as a flock of winged creatures similar to large butterflies, escaped the long grass beside us to travel to a nearby tree.
This close to the trees, we could view the exotic flowers of Aidensdein blooming from vines which crept their way up to the tree tops.  I moved my mount nearer, “Do you like my favourite place in this world?”  I asked Jazz.“Yes, oh yes Seb.  It is beautiful. Why have you not shown me this before?”“The time was not right, before.”  I answered.  “Come, we are heading to the heart of The Sanctuary near the top of the summit, across the other side of the lake.”“Why can’t we just fly there?”“There is no room to land the Pegasoi Aithiopes up on the top of the summit.”“How do we cross the lake?”“You will see.”
Auron was again the first to head to the edge of the water, at full gallop, crying out loudly as he took off, “Watch this Jazz!”
As soon as the first hoof of his animal landed upon the water a smooth flat rock rose to the surface, another followed soon after to hold the weight of the horse’s next hoof.
Some of the Protectors followed Auron across, others waited while Nicola crossed before them.  The Royal Guardians moved their mounts to position themselves behind Jazz and me, as we approached the water’s edge.
As I felt my steed’s hoof hit the stones surface, fond memories of my childhood swept over me and I was caught up in an emotional moment as I shared this moving experience with Jazz and my children.
It wasn’t long before we reached the outskirts of the Sanctuary building, which was protected by an invisible army of stone like warriors.  They bowed their heads as our party passed by their stations on the path to the entrance.
I noticed Jazz turn back to look down at the plain we had just passed through and I was amused by the look on her shocked face.  “What?  Where did it go?”
I turned to look but knew I would only see a crimson coloured landscape with a lake full of red water.
Jazz turned to me and asked, “Was it an illusion?”“No, it was real.  What you see now is an illusion.”“Huh?”
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MOONLESS BOOK RELEASE BLOGFEST

Crystal Collier with the help of co-hosts:
PK Hrezo, Tammy Theriault
 and Michael Di Gesu is
launching her new release

MOONLESS



In the English society of 1768 where women are bred to marry, unattractive Alexia, just sixteen, believes she will end up alone. But on the county doorstep of a neighbor’s estate, she meets a man straight out of her nightmares, one whose blue eyes threaten to consume her whole world—especially when she discovers him standing over her murdered host in the middle of the night.

Her nightmares become reality: a dead baron, red-eyed wraiths, and forbidden love with a man hunted by these creatures. After an attack close to home, Alexia realizes she cannot keep one foot in her old life and one in this new world. To protect her family she must either be sold into a loveless marriage, or escape with her beloved and risk becoming one of the Soulless.
BUY IT HERE
So here's the question: If you lived in a society where arranged marriages were a la mode, who would you beg your parents to set you up with? Why? (Literary characters and celebrities welcomed.) 

If you lived in a society where arranged marriages were a la mode, who would you beg your parents to set you up with? (Literary characters and celebrities welcomed.) Who and why?
 
  Without question my dream partner for an arranged marriage  would be Johnny Depp. Who could resist those dark, sexy features and the appealing individualism of the man.Just look at the package, what else could one ask for? 
Find the rest of the hop below!


And while you're at it, enter to win one of these great prizes!


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As a thank you to her readers, Crystal's publisher is offering a $2.00 coupon until February 14th that you are welcome to share in your post.
Book link: https://www.createspace.com/4550104 Coupon code: LQJM3F84 

FIRE AND ICE BLOG HOP

 http://www.rainydayramblings.com/rainydayramblings/fire-and-ice.htmlMaja@The Nocturnal Library, Candace@Candace's Book Blog and Ali@My Guilty Obsession will be helping with the event this year.  From February 8-15th the girls will be featuring spicy, romance books to get you ready for Valentine's Day.  They will be highlighting romantic reads all week by with blog guest posts, interviews and daily giveaways on our blogs.  It starts today, 8th February and ends15th February

Then visit Heidi at Rainy Day Ramblings for a Bonus Day!


Check out the list below and follow the links to visit author pages featured in this Hop!


Here is the schedule:

February 8th:
Fire and Ice Blog Hop Giveaway Kickoff
Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblings: Ophelia London: Definitely Maybe In Love
Ali@My Guilty Obsession: Jessica Sankiewicz

February 9th:
Ginny@Gin's Book Notes: Danielle Stewart
Maja@The Nocturnal Library: J.L. Murray

February 10th:
Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblings: Jenn Bennett: High Spirits
Candace@Candace's Book Blog:Brenda Hiatt: Starstruck Series

February 11th:
Caroyln@C.M. Brown Blogspot: The Protector Series, He Came For Mine by C.M. Brown
Ali@My Guilty Obsession: Tiffany King: Woodfall Girls Series
Candace@Candace's Book Blog: Huntley Fitzpatrick: What I Thought Was True
Alicia@Addicted Readers: Tracy E. Banghart: Shattered Veil
Maja@The Nocturnal Library: Jamie Lee Moyer: Delia's Shadow

February 12th:
Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblings: Heather Hildenbrand: A Risk Worth Taking
Anna@Choc-o-Lit Chick:Beck Anderson: Fix You

February 13th:
Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblings: Cambria Hebert: Tipsy: Take it Off Series
Candace@Candace's Book Blog:Misty Provencher: Fly House
Ginny@Gin's Book Notes:Marie Astor: Smitten at First Sight
Maja@The Nocturnal Library:Christina Bauer: Angelbound

February 14th:
Candace@Candace's Book Blog:  Fiona Paul: Starling

Tressa@Tressa's Wishful Endings: Sarah M. Eden
Ali@My Guilty Obsession:Faith Sullivan: Heartbeat Series
Candace@Candace's Book Blog: Rosamund Hodge: Cruel Beauty
Ginny@Gin's Book Notes:Tess Thompson

February 15th:
Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblings: Eliza Gordon Must Love Otters

February 17th: Bonus Day!
Heidi@Rainy Day Ramblings: Paula Stokes: The Art of Being Lainey

ROMANCE IS IN THE AIR BLOG HOP

Romance is in the Air Giveaway Hop  Inspired Kathy Romance is in the Air Giveaway HopFeaturing Young Adult & Clean Adult RomanceFebruary 8th to 14thCohosted by Rachael Anderson

He Came For Me (The Protector #1) byCarolyn Brown 

Smashwords  Barnes and Noble  Amazon  Jazz, lives on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, in Queensland, Australia. She leads a normal teenage life busy with friends, TAFE College, a part time job as a waitress, surfing and searching for a boyfriend!

Until one day driving on her way to TAFE she is passed by a red Mazda Rx7. The driver holds her attention and as they both wait at a set of traffic lights to change to green, a sexual tension passes between them.

In the days that follow she finds that this guy moves into her life as she befriends him, his friends and family! But are Seb and his friends what they seem to be?

Attacks by groups of boys targeting girls Jazz's age are becoming noticed by the media. Eyewitnesses to the attacks state that these youths seem to possess abilities no normal human would be capable of. Is it drugs or is it something else?

Jazz finds that Seb, seems to be stalking her. What is his purpose? Is he really a friend or is he actually a foe?

A fantasy novel revolving around a love story between two young people, who should not by rights, come together. Crossing the dimensions of two worlds, this story embarks on a journey of love, duty and togetherness as the two young lovers fight to be together and keep each other safe. Overcoming many obstacles while fighting to protect one another this story will leave the reader intrigued and wondering what will happen next!
 Review by: May 10, 2012 Emily AKA Doodle  Shelves: reviewed, provided-by-author Review originally posted at Doodle's Book Blog

He Came For Me isn't your average run of the mill paranormal book. There are no love triangles, only harmless beings not of this world. Carolyn Brown created a unique twist on vampires in young adult novels today.

As the story unfolds we are looking at the world through Jazz's eyes. She watches as a guy drives by her one morning on her way to class and feels an instant connection. Not only does she find his eyes captivating, but she wonders why there is such a strong pull. She hasn't even met the guy and she is looking for him everywhere she goes. What she doesn't know is that he has always been there, she just never noticed him before.

Jazz is a down-to-earth college student who questions the odd things happening in her town, who lets her curiosity get the best of her, and who actually reacts properly when she finds out the guy who she feels this strong pull towards isn't human. None of that, "Oh, that's cool." She actually has a mild panic attack. To top things off, she doesn't get all gaga over the guy. He's there, great. He's missing for a few days, upset but she'll get over it. Like I said, not your average run of the mill young adult paranormal book.

There were a few other things I loved about this book besides Jazz. To be specific there was one event towards the end that reminded me of a horror movie. You know what I'm talking about. It's the scene where a girl is upstairs, she hears a bump downstairs, so she goes exploring, and something bad always happens. Well, there was a scene like that and something bad did kind of happen. I LOVED IT. I also enjoyed some of the words Carolyn chose to use. There were words that I hadn't seen in a young adult novel, such as specimen, and I grinned every time I read it (3 times). It's the little things that make me happy. Finally, we weren't just dealing in one world, but two. Normally we only see everything playing out on Earth, but in He Came For Me we have two completely different worlds.

Overall, this book was a great read. There was a little bit of content not suitable for a younger audience, but it wasn't as graphic as some books could be. I would recommend this to paranormal lovers 17 and up.
Review by: Jennifer Ricketts on March 01, 2013 :
The cover and title of this book really caught my eye. As I began reading, I wasn't sure what kind of supernatural beings Seb and his friends were; I just knew they weren't "ordinary." I liked that I thought I knew but was unsure; my curiousity and interest kept me turning the pages.

The setting was really cool--I haven't read a book that takes place in Queensland before, and it was enjoyable getting a visual of what living there would be like from this story. The author did a wonderful job describing the area of the Sunshine Coast, and as a result I'd love to visit there someday!

I don't want to go into too much detail concerning the plot so as not to give anything away, but I do want to say that there were several twists and turns in the plot that were fresh and original! I really appreciated the author's unique spin on this fantasy story of young love.

I connected with the main character, Jazz, right away. She isn't your typical delicate flower type of character--she's independent and tougher than I thought she'd be, which was a happy surprise. All of the characters each have his or her unique personality. Bliss was one of my favorite characters--there was so much to like about her. Seb is mysterious and multilayered--there's much more to him that is slowly revealed throughout the book.

I gave this book a four out of five star rating only because of a very slight issue I had with the author's use of exclamation points. I felt the way the dialogue was written conveyed how passionately or dispassionately a character was speaking, and many times an exclamation point wasn't needed in my opinion. This was very minor, however, and I still flew through the book, needing to know what would happen next.

The ending was so good--I definitely need to read the next book to find out what happens next!

I received a copy of this book from a read and review group on Goodreads in exchange for an honest review.
Review: LAWonder on December 14, 2013 Format: Paperback 
What a delightful story of intrigue, adventure and romance this was! It reminded me of a different popular series but with a few different twists - of course, any weird fantasy with two romantically involved beings would have the same affect on me.
This tale was centered on a young college girl- Jazz - drawn into a totally different type of friends group... so different than her current one. It includes a mysterious young man -Seb - who quickly captures her attention and romantic interests. He is a total stranger, yet she feels safe and comfortable in his presence.

Strange things are happening all around her. Her once safe, normal life suddenly no longer appears as such. Confused and engulfed in a myriad of conflicting emotions, her curiosity takes her into life-threatening circumstances. Can she possibly survive this? It begins to seem highly doubtful

This is a fast-paced, moving, and romantic story. Jazz, unable to "sort things out" with all the confusing contradictions, and Seb, battling with unfamiliar feelings and his sense of loyalty two separate entities yet to his solemn duty.

The story ending left the reader aching for the next book of the Protector series.
The cover was don well and is an eye-catcher. The wording and descriptions were done well but with a few grammatical errors. One felt a connection to the different characters o various personality types.

My review of this book offers a solid Four & a Half Stars rating. Because of the very familiar sense of repetition and the few grammatical errors, I felt I could not offer a full Five Stars rating.

^Note: There is a sexual content at the end, therefore prohibiting me from a referral for the younger YA. It borders the New YA rating (which I feel is a ridiculous one). However, it isn't very explicit in content. The descriptiveness is tastefully done.

I was sent this book by author for an honest review, of which I have given.  a Rafflecopter giveaway

He Came for Mine (The Protector #2)byCarolyn Brown 
 


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Desperate to save the life of a child he never knew he had, Sebastian returns to Earth to find Jazz in the arms of another man. A man he knows all too well. One who cannot be trusted! Sebastian worries if Jazz’s feelings for him have fleeted in his absence and he vows to win her back.

Jazz struggles to find ground between Sebastian and her new life, unsure who to trust and still holding resentment for Seb’s abandonment. She seeks solace through someone who was there for her when she needed to pick up the pieces.

After coming to terms with her new life, Jazz is struck down with confusion and longing when Sebastian suddenly returns. However, a dark battle is forthcoming, one that can only bring bloodshed.

WICKED VALENTIN'S READ-A-THON FEBRUARY 7 - 17

Wicked Valentine’s Read-a-Thon Vol. 2http://www.myshelfconfessions.com/  #WWReadathon is back with the 7th edition: Wicked Valentine’s Read-a-Thon!
Whether you are a regular WWReadathoner or a new one, you are extremely welcome to sign up an join in on the fun. Information and the sign up linky will be found below and April will be available for further questions via myshelfconfessions@gmail.com.We hope to see you all there! ♥

The  Wicked Valentine’s Read-A-Thon is a time when we all get together to dedicate the days of February 7-17 to as much reading as possible. You read as much as you can in order to get yourself a little further through that huge to-read pile! We know real life gets in the way and even if you can’t participate more than one day, you’re welcome to join in on the fun!

Book 1 for Read-a-Thon



621 / 5554(11%)

CassaStorm
byAlex J. Cavanaugh From the Amazon Best Selling Series!
A storm gathers across the galaxy…

Byron thought he’d put the days of battle behind him. Commanding the Cassan base on Tgren, his only struggles are occasional rogue pirate raids and endless government bureaucracies. As a galaxy-wide war encroaches upon the desert planet, Byron’s ideal life is threatened and he’s caught between the Tgrens and the Cassans.

After enemy ships attack the desert planet, Byron discovers another battle within his own family. The declaration of war between all ten races triggers nightmares in his son, shaking Bassan to the core and threatening to destroy the boy’s mind.

Meanwhile the ancient alien ship is transmitting a code that might signal the end of all life in the galaxy. And the mysterious probe that almost destroyed Tgren twenty years ago could be on its way back. As his world begins to crumble, Byron suspects a connection. The storm is about to break, and Byron is caught in the middle…

INSECURE WRITER'S SUPPORT GROUP

   IT IS TIME FOR 
INSECURE WRITER'S SUPPORT GROUPTo find out more about this group,visit:Alex J. Cavanaugh (The Ninja Captain)
at http://alexjcavanaugh.blogspot.com.au/
TO SIGN UP TO BE PART OF THIS MONTHLY MEME, JUST FOLLOW THIS LINK:http://www.insecurewriterssupportgroup.com/p/iwsg-sign-up.html
 THIS MONTH THE CO-HOSTS ARE:
 Sheena-kay Graham, Julie Musil, Jamie Ayres, and Mike Swift!
 
 Well, I have just  re-entered my name to the very large Insecure Writer's Support Group list, now I am number 311. Yes, I was naughty and just didn't post for a couple of months, of course I had legitimate excuses, but that is the rule, for those who don't know and we all accept it.

I have had a few life ups and downs recently, unfortunately mostly downs, but hopefully there won't be too many more. I think I have had enough for now, and I must add, it is good to be back.

This group of supportive writers is one of the most caring, considerate and dare I say 'supportive' networks available on the web and I think everyone should pat themselves on the back for the outstanding way we give our time, words of encouragement and helpful advice to one another. It is certainly something very special.

Although I have said this many times, as have many others, thanks again Alex, for founding this meme and for continuing to be our host! We certainly appreciate it.

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Hosted byD.L. HAMMONS
http://dlcruisingaltitude.blogspot.com.au/
Another support group set up by D.L. Hammons for bloggers is The Blog Blitz. Did you know it is close to having its first birthday!
Wow, how time flies!
This group joins together on random occasions to give certain persons on the list a bit of a well needed boost when life gets in the way of their motivation.
It is great to have new and old friends visit, to just say hi, helping to pick your spirits up out of the doldrums.
Why not take the time to visit D.L. Hammons at Cruising Altitude and join the Blog Bitz Team and share some love around on the big world web!   You get to meet new friends and catch up with others you may not of heard from in a while.
A great way to rekindle a lost friendship!

 Thanks for the visit. I hope you come again.
Carolyn




 

TEASER TUESDAY

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by
http://shouldbereading.wordpress.com/of Should Be Reading.Anyone can play along!Just do the followingGrab your current readOpen to a random pageShare two (2) "teaser" sentences from somewhere on that pageBE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE ANY SPOILERS!
Make sure that what you share doesn't give too much away!


You don't want to ruin the book for others!

Teardrop  byLauren Kate  Never, ever cry... Seventeen-year-old Eureka won't let anyone close enough to feel her pain. After her mother was killed in a freak accident, the things she used to love hold no meaning. She wants to escape, but one thing holds her back: Ander, the boy who is everywhere she goes, whose turquoise eyes are like the ocean. And then Eureka uncovers an ancient tale of romance and heartbreak, about a girl who cried an entire continent into the sea. Suddenly her mother's death and Ander's appearance seem connected, and her life takes on dark undercurrents that don't make sense. Can everything you love be washed away? MY TEASER:  Around Eureka, muddy swaths of seaweed lay abandoned by the waves. Fish flopped on exposed earth. Crabs scrambled to catch up with the water in vain. Within seconds, the sea had retreated all the way out to the breakers. Brooks was nowhere to be seen. Page 144, Teardrop by Lauren Kate    

TEASER TUESDAY

Teaser Tuesdays is a weekly bookish meme, hosted by
http://shouldbereading.wordpress.com/of Should Be Reading.Anyone can play along!Just do the followingGrab your current readOpen to a random pageShare two (2) "teaser" sentences from somewhere on that pageBE CAREFUL NOT TO INCLUDE ANY SPOILERS!
Make sure that what you share doesn't give too much away!


You don't want to ruin the book for others!


Allegiant  (Divergent #3) byVeronica Roth (Goodreads Author)
The faction-based society that Tris Prior once believed in is shattered—fractured by violence and power struggles and scarred by loss and betrayal. So when offered a chance to explore the world past the limits she’s known, Tris is ready. Perhaps beyond the fence, she and Tobias will find a simple new life together, free from complicated lies, tangled loyalties, and painful memories.

But Tris’s new reality is even more alarming than the one she left behind. Old discoveries are quickly rendered meaningless. Explosive new truths change the hearts of those she loves. And once again, Tris must battle to comprehend the complexities of human nature—and of herself—while facing impossible choices about courage, allegiance, sacrifice, and love.

Told from a riveting dual perspective, Allegiant, by #1 New York Times best-selling author Veronica Roth, brings the Divergent series to a powerful conclusion while revealing the secrets of the dystopian world that has captivated millions of readers in Divergent and Insurgent.

MY TEASER: 

"Want to know what your friends did?" she says. Her voice shakes, and I do not make the mistake of thinking it's from tears. It's from anger. "They weren't after the memory serum. They were after poison-death serum. so that they could kill a bunch of important government people and start a war."

Page 300, Allegiant, by Veronica Roth