Chiara Cilli's Blog, page 25
October 6, 2012
Review on Gilly in Booksland
"With The awakening Fire was inaugurated the The Queen of the Underworld series; consists of four titles that if these are the premises... it's very promising!
The novel has allowed me to immerse myself a bit 'in those atmospheres that are vaguely reminiscent of the great fantasy of the past, those in which the story takes place entirely in a world imagined and created by the authors. The novel is set in Penthànweald, a kingdom divided into five Lands, some more magical than others but all have an intrinsic characteristic that makes them unique. And here you enter another peculiarity which refers vaguely to other great works of the past, which is the theme of 'research' that connects to another theme that I would say is fundamental in books of this kind: the 'journey'.
The protagonist of the story is Morwen, a girl created and shaped by the Underworld; she is called to the aid of the Land of Men, fallen prey to the whims of a capricious Goddess. In this mission, she meets the charming Prince Galadir that will accompany her journey in search of special gems needed to save the Land...
The speech clearly is a bit longer and more complex but I will not spoil the surprise for those who still needs to approach this novel. ^ _ ^
The author has created not only an original story but also very charismatic and interesting characters!
Morwen is a breath of fresh air! Strong, with powers as well as physical characteristics very special, with a character of steel; she is perfectly capable of taking care of herself in most occasions. There will however be times when will afloat even the fragility of this girl that touch deep inside, and that will come on the scene her gallant steed, Hurrichein. I defy anyone not want a horse like this!
Even Galadir is a very cute guy, both physically and temperamentally and when two strong personalities like his and the one of Morwen come into contact, sparks are guaranteed!!! Personally, I absolutely loved how these two flints meet, collide and give rise to an intense fire of passion, although I'd have liked more in-depth for some intermediate steps of their falling in love... What can I do, I'm an incurable romantic and I just love the stage of courtship.
Speaking of story in general ... From the first page you are surrounded by an unreal atmosphere, characterized by mystical creatures, spells and plots that take us to the end. Fluid and flowing style make reading very nice until you get to a nice final twist that left me speechless! After this final with a bang I sincerely hope that we should not wait too long to have the next book in our hands!! * _ *"
Italian Version
The novel has allowed me to immerse myself a bit 'in those atmospheres that are vaguely reminiscent of the great fantasy of the past, those in which the story takes place entirely in a world imagined and created by the authors. The novel is set in Penthànweald, a kingdom divided into five Lands, some more magical than others but all have an intrinsic characteristic that makes them unique. And here you enter another peculiarity which refers vaguely to other great works of the past, which is the theme of 'research' that connects to another theme that I would say is fundamental in books of this kind: the 'journey'.
The protagonist of the story is Morwen, a girl created and shaped by the Underworld; she is called to the aid of the Land of Men, fallen prey to the whims of a capricious Goddess. In this mission, she meets the charming Prince Galadir that will accompany her journey in search of special gems needed to save the Land...
The speech clearly is a bit longer and more complex but I will not spoil the surprise for those who still needs to approach this novel. ^ _ ^
The author has created not only an original story but also very charismatic and interesting characters!
Morwen is a breath of fresh air! Strong, with powers as well as physical characteristics very special, with a character of steel; she is perfectly capable of taking care of herself in most occasions. There will however be times when will afloat even the fragility of this girl that touch deep inside, and that will come on the scene her gallant steed, Hurrichein. I defy anyone not want a horse like this!
Even Galadir is a very cute guy, both physically and temperamentally and when two strong personalities like his and the one of Morwen come into contact, sparks are guaranteed!!! Personally, I absolutely loved how these two flints meet, collide and give rise to an intense fire of passion, although I'd have liked more in-depth for some intermediate steps of their falling in love... What can I do, I'm an incurable romantic and I just love the stage of courtship.
Speaking of story in general ... From the first page you are surrounded by an unreal atmosphere, characterized by mystical creatures, spells and plots that take us to the end. Fluid and flowing style make reading very nice until you get to a nice final twist that left me speechless! After this final with a bang I sincerely hope that we should not wait too long to have the next book in our hands!! * _ *"
Italian Version
September 24, 2012
First contest!
Take part to the new CONTEST about The awakening of the Fire, first book of The Queen of the Underworld series! Post an image of your Prince Galadir and win a copy! http://leggendariamente.blogspot.it/2...
September 22, 2012
Interview on Leggendariamente
August 10, 2012
- Hello Chiara! Welcome to my blog! I'm really glad you have granted me this little interview :) Wanna tell us something about you? You are so young... How and when was born your passion for writing?
Hi, Francesca, and thanks for wanting me as your guest! A big greeting to all the users of the blog. I'm Chiara Cilli, I'm 21 and I live in Pescara. I write since I was 16, writing the remake of the Alien saga and the fanfiction about japanese cartoons. Then I decided to be professional, I sat at my desk and I started creating the world of my first fantasy series.
- Yours is a fantasy novel in every respect. Is there any author who has influenced your choice of this genre?
I would say yes, because the first fantasy I read was Eragon by Christopher Paolini. I think that is all his fault! And then, of course, I discovered the Emerging World of Licia Troisi, and from there...
- Was it difficult to create the world Penthànweald and its various Lands? Did you always imagined it as we read it or have it undergone changes during the writing?
Now do not remember exactly whether to create this imaginary world cost me some effort - you talk about a few years ago - but I can assure you that Penthànweald has not undergone any change geographic. It was just the name, at first Bovethovia, to be changed.
- The protagonist and most other characters in your novel are the Gods. What inspired this your choice?
Difficult question! I do not know ... perhaps stems from the fact that I've always been fascinated by Greek mythology. I love the characters that are so powerful they can destroy everything with one finger.
- In the novel there is a sweeping love story. A story that would seem impossible but borns. Honestly, I very much appreciated it. Can you give us some spoilers of the development of this story in the next novels?
Ah, Morwen and Galadir ... Galadir and Morwen ... and Deshre? I can say that the history of Morwen and Galadir will be complicated. They are so different. She is so superior, yet he is so determined to love her, to get her panting with his arrogant presence. Their relationship is destined to become even more intense and passionate, but in their fate there is still so much death and so much pain. A pain so great that it threatens to cut the thin thread of their love.
- What is another genre that you value, beyond the fantasy, and which relate to your readings?
After the discovery of the fantasy genre, there was that of urban-fantasy, and since then I've only read novels of that genre. It was replaced by the paranormal and lately I'm very fascinated by contemporary erotic novels. So my current readings converge on the books for adults.
- What novel have you on the nightstand?
I just started 'Where Demons Fear To Tread' by Stephanie Chong.
- What do you plan for your future, apart from ending the series dedicated to The Queen of the Underworld?
The Queen of the Underworld saga is over since many years, and waiting to be published. Currently we are proceeding with the editing of the second book. I have in the drawer ready to be evaluated: the saga sequel of The Queen of the Underworld, a spin-off of the years that Morwen spends in the Kindom of Winged Horses, a cross-over from the point of view of one of the characters in the saga sequel , two urban-fantasy novels are already been shipped to Giunti Editore and Leggereditore - well hopefully! - and the first two books by two paranormal series still in progress. Now I'm writing my first contemporary erotic novel and I expect a series of three books.
What's your favourite quote?
The King laid his eyes on the kneeling woman. «Who did this carnage?» he asked with bitter and disgusted tone.
«Mine,» said Morwen with firm voice.
I love this scene, as well as all those in which Morwen shows off all of her superiority. But there are many others, especially those with Galadir. It's hard to pick just one quote.
- Do you want to whet our curiosity with a few more about the preview of the sequel of "The awakening of Fire", before saying goodbye?
Certainly! So, I can say that our Prince Galadir must show that he isn't just a pretty face: he will deal with the sadistic Goddess of Death, and all that she wants is him. Galadir finds himself fighting with his whole self, just to survive and groped to save his Morwen. Between torture and violent fights, the attraction between Deshre and Galadir never desappears and she finds herself in close contact with a guy that seems to have something irresistible, to even she isn't indifferent. It's time for Galadir to become protagonist and call upon all his willpower to the final confrontation with the woman who has the body of his lover. But the ultimate decision, one that could bring balance and lead to the emergence of a new and obscure domain, it's up to only one person...
- Thank you, Chiara, for answering my questions. I wish you much luck and I will be waiting to read your next work soon :)
Italian Version
- Hello Chiara! Welcome to my blog! I'm really glad you have granted me this little interview :) Wanna tell us something about you? You are so young... How and when was born your passion for writing?
Hi, Francesca, and thanks for wanting me as your guest! A big greeting to all the users of the blog. I'm Chiara Cilli, I'm 21 and I live in Pescara. I write since I was 16, writing the remake of the Alien saga and the fanfiction about japanese cartoons. Then I decided to be professional, I sat at my desk and I started creating the world of my first fantasy series.
- Yours is a fantasy novel in every respect. Is there any author who has influenced your choice of this genre?
I would say yes, because the first fantasy I read was Eragon by Christopher Paolini. I think that is all his fault! And then, of course, I discovered the Emerging World of Licia Troisi, and from there...
- Was it difficult to create the world Penthànweald and its various Lands? Did you always imagined it as we read it or have it undergone changes during the writing?
Now do not remember exactly whether to create this imaginary world cost me some effort - you talk about a few years ago - but I can assure you that Penthànweald has not undergone any change geographic. It was just the name, at first Bovethovia, to be changed.
- The protagonist and most other characters in your novel are the Gods. What inspired this your choice?
Difficult question! I do not know ... perhaps stems from the fact that I've always been fascinated by Greek mythology. I love the characters that are so powerful they can destroy everything with one finger.
- In the novel there is a sweeping love story. A story that would seem impossible but borns. Honestly, I very much appreciated it. Can you give us some spoilers of the development of this story in the next novels?
Ah, Morwen and Galadir ... Galadir and Morwen ... and Deshre? I can say that the history of Morwen and Galadir will be complicated. They are so different. She is so superior, yet he is so determined to love her, to get her panting with his arrogant presence. Their relationship is destined to become even more intense and passionate, but in their fate there is still so much death and so much pain. A pain so great that it threatens to cut the thin thread of their love.
- What is another genre that you value, beyond the fantasy, and which relate to your readings?
After the discovery of the fantasy genre, there was that of urban-fantasy, and since then I've only read novels of that genre. It was replaced by the paranormal and lately I'm very fascinated by contemporary erotic novels. So my current readings converge on the books for adults.
- What novel have you on the nightstand?
I just started 'Where Demons Fear To Tread' by Stephanie Chong.
- What do you plan for your future, apart from ending the series dedicated to The Queen of the Underworld?
The Queen of the Underworld saga is over since many years, and waiting to be published. Currently we are proceeding with the editing of the second book. I have in the drawer ready to be evaluated: the saga sequel of The Queen of the Underworld, a spin-off of the years that Morwen spends in the Kindom of Winged Horses, a cross-over from the point of view of one of the characters in the saga sequel , two urban-fantasy novels are already been shipped to Giunti Editore and Leggereditore - well hopefully! - and the first two books by two paranormal series still in progress. Now I'm writing my first contemporary erotic novel and I expect a series of three books.
What's your favourite quote?
The King laid his eyes on the kneeling woman. «Who did this carnage?» he asked with bitter and disgusted tone.
«Mine,» said Morwen with firm voice.
I love this scene, as well as all those in which Morwen shows off all of her superiority. But there are many others, especially those with Galadir. It's hard to pick just one quote.
- Do you want to whet our curiosity with a few more about the preview of the sequel of "The awakening of Fire", before saying goodbye?
Certainly! So, I can say that our Prince Galadir must show that he isn't just a pretty face: he will deal with the sadistic Goddess of Death, and all that she wants is him. Galadir finds himself fighting with his whole self, just to survive and groped to save his Morwen. Between torture and violent fights, the attraction between Deshre and Galadir never desappears and she finds herself in close contact with a guy that seems to have something irresistible, to even she isn't indifferent. It's time for Galadir to become protagonist and call upon all his willpower to the final confrontation with the woman who has the body of his lover. But the ultimate decision, one that could bring balance and lead to the emergence of a new and obscure domain, it's up to only one person...
- Thank you, Chiara, for answering my questions. I wish you much luck and I will be waiting to read your next work soon :)
Italian Version
Review on Leggendariamente
August 9, 2012
"Who loves the fantasy genre will find fascinating the literary debut of the young Chiara Cilli, who created a vast world and especially varied.
"The awakening of the Fire" is the first book in a tetralogy and transports us to Penthànweald, more precisely in the life of Morwen and Galadir.
Morwen is the Maid of the Flames, the Heir to the throne of the Underworld and, if only to decide to be, the Goddess of the Underworld themselves, able to overpower any other deity. She's a beautiful and powerful creature. Very powerful.
Galadir is the Prince of Thera, the Land of Men, and he needs her help. The Goddess Lash has invaded his land, sowing panic and destruction, and only Morwen knows how to stop her. They must recover the Five Crystals, each of which is in a different Land of Penthànweald. Morwen shows coy about this mission, but can not avoid a debt that the King of Thera and decides to support his request for cooperation.
When Galadir offers to leave with her, though, many things will change ...
Morwen is very strong, authoritarian, independent. She don't need anybody, and then has her trusty Black Winged Horse, Hurrichein. The two form a formidable couple, unstoppable. But behind the insistence of the young Prince, and of his sweet eyes, and of his face beautiful, and of his beloved cockiness, how to refuse?
Morwen lives a completely new situation, that she did not believe possible. She feels a morbid fascination for the boy, she wants him (in every possible way!), but at the same time rejects him because she feels she can't do harm to a young man so wonderful. And if she could not control herself, could do to him a lot.
She's haunted night and day, constantly.
Every her thought ends to include Galadir and in the end she must come to terms with her feelings. With feelings that she never thought she could feel, even someone like her...
Even Galadir is very attracted to her, before starting the mission, since the first moment, actually. But still does not know who exactly is Morwen, he just knows that, besides being beautiful, she is also lethal and ruthless. She disturbs him, certainly, but not so much to make him give up.
Together they will face a unique journey in search of Crystals, but at the same time Morwen will be constantly on the run from herself, by her very nature, the Goddess of the Underworld that would like to emerge and that may make her invincible, able to rule over all Penthànweald. That's why the Gods instruct their Protègès (human chosen by them and vested with special powers) to search for the Heir. They want to prevent that from happening. They want to kill her.
Meanwhile, while trying to carry on their mission, Morwen and Galadir discover that they feel a mutual feeling, that they can not suppress. This will put them in danger, but both will fight for each other. They defend each other, with courage and determination, evem when seems that everything that surrounds them wants to separate them. Like, for example, Galadir's mother who desires to make him the Protègè of the Goddess Lash.
The story is intriguing, fantasy and romance are mixed to perfection, making it very enjoyable. Perhaps what jars are repetitions of features of the main characters, so assiduous (eyes "pink diamonds" of her, for say one). But certainly do not diminish the pleasure of the adventurous reading, eventful and action and some absolutely amazing plot twist.
The author has a style not at all boring, actually manages to give a touch of passion the the reading that involves and does not make you lift your eyes from the pages.
The finale is clearly open, wide open!, fraught with suspense that will make anxious to read the sequel. Guaranteed!"
★★★
Italian Version
"Who loves the fantasy genre will find fascinating the literary debut of the young Chiara Cilli, who created a vast world and especially varied.
"The awakening of the Fire" is the first book in a tetralogy and transports us to Penthànweald, more precisely in the life of Morwen and Galadir.
Morwen is the Maid of the Flames, the Heir to the throne of the Underworld and, if only to decide to be, the Goddess of the Underworld themselves, able to overpower any other deity. She's a beautiful and powerful creature. Very powerful.
Galadir is the Prince of Thera, the Land of Men, and he needs her help. The Goddess Lash has invaded his land, sowing panic and destruction, and only Morwen knows how to stop her. They must recover the Five Crystals, each of which is in a different Land of Penthànweald. Morwen shows coy about this mission, but can not avoid a debt that the King of Thera and decides to support his request for cooperation.
When Galadir offers to leave with her, though, many things will change ...
Morwen is very strong, authoritarian, independent. She don't need anybody, and then has her trusty Black Winged Horse, Hurrichein. The two form a formidable couple, unstoppable. But behind the insistence of the young Prince, and of his sweet eyes, and of his face beautiful, and of his beloved cockiness, how to refuse?
Morwen lives a completely new situation, that she did not believe possible. She feels a morbid fascination for the boy, she wants him (in every possible way!), but at the same time rejects him because she feels she can't do harm to a young man so wonderful. And if she could not control herself, could do to him a lot.
She's haunted night and day, constantly.
Every her thought ends to include Galadir and in the end she must come to terms with her feelings. With feelings that she never thought she could feel, even someone like her...
Even Galadir is very attracted to her, before starting the mission, since the first moment, actually. But still does not know who exactly is Morwen, he just knows that, besides being beautiful, she is also lethal and ruthless. She disturbs him, certainly, but not so much to make him give up.
Together they will face a unique journey in search of Crystals, but at the same time Morwen will be constantly on the run from herself, by her very nature, the Goddess of the Underworld that would like to emerge and that may make her invincible, able to rule over all Penthànweald. That's why the Gods instruct their Protègès (human chosen by them and vested with special powers) to search for the Heir. They want to prevent that from happening. They want to kill her.
Meanwhile, while trying to carry on their mission, Morwen and Galadir discover that they feel a mutual feeling, that they can not suppress. This will put them in danger, but both will fight for each other. They defend each other, with courage and determination, evem when seems that everything that surrounds them wants to separate them. Like, for example, Galadir's mother who desires to make him the Protègè of the Goddess Lash.
The story is intriguing, fantasy and romance are mixed to perfection, making it very enjoyable. Perhaps what jars are repetitions of features of the main characters, so assiduous (eyes "pink diamonds" of her, for say one). But certainly do not diminish the pleasure of the adventurous reading, eventful and action and some absolutely amazing plot twist.
The author has a style not at all boring, actually manages to give a touch of passion the the reading that involves and does not make you lift your eyes from the pages.
The finale is clearly open, wide open!, fraught with suspense that will make anxious to read the sequel. Guaranteed!"
★★★
Italian Version
Interview on Polvere alla Polvere
August 5, 2012
Dear friends of Polvere alla Polvere, today we have the honor of hosting a young writer. Hello Chiara, welcome to our literary salon. Our users are very curious and attentive, so I would say not to make them wait too long and begin immediately with the presentations.
Tell us about you. What do you do in your life? What are your interests?
A warm greeting to all users of the literary salon and thanks for offering this interview. My name is Chiara Cilli, I have twenty-one years old and live in Pescara. I graduated a year ago as a beautician specializing, but currently I'm a writer full time. I love to read, listen to music and watch movies and I have a passion for graphics.
When did you start writing?
I started at the age of sixteen years, writing the remake of the Alien movie saga first and continuing with the fanfiction about japanese cartoons. When I realized that making up stories ever changing made me happy, I understood that writing was my life.
What inspires you to write? Passion, desire to communicate and share thoughts and messages on topics to which you are linked in a particular way or desire to entertain the audience by giving vent to your creativity?
I would say both. I like to create characters and stories always different and I am intrigued to share with readers my ideas, my dreams, my deepest desires ...
How did you get the idea for your book and what's the plot?
The Queen of the Underworld series comes from my passion for the 'dark side' of the characters in a book or a movie. So I created Morwen, protagonist of this fantasy series, in which evil is at center of the stage. The first book, The awakening of the Fire, tells of the encounter between Morwen, Heir to the throne of the Underworld, and Prince Galadir. Morwen is destined to become the Goddess of the Gods and she is hounded from their Protèges, who have the order to kill her before she chooses to take the throne. However, even if she is in run, Morwen decides to help Galadir in freeing his Land from the threat of the Goddess Lash, thus meeting a terrible pitfalls and intense emotions that threaten to destroy her and the man who has conquered her heart.
Who is your favourite character?
I'm deeply tied to Morwen - she embodies all the nuances of the 'dark side' that most appeal to me and, as I wrote, she turned out to be exactly what I wanted: strong, passionate, cruel and unique - but during the editing I realized I have a visceral connection with Galadir. I love everything about him, his arrogance, his determination that sometimes leads to stubbornness, the smiles that deploys according to the circumstances, the way it manages to defy Morwen and to love her. Yes, except for the Heir to the throne of the Underworld, the Prince Galadir is the most close to my heart.
There will be a sequel?
It's a series of four books.
Is The Queen of the Underworld your first series or did you write other novels?
It is my debut fantasy series.
How did you get to the publication?
I had a bad experience with the first publishing house I contacted and one of the two partners, a longtime friend, introduced me to my current publisher, Mark Solfanelli, who believed in me and drove me into the world of publishing.
Today seems to be difficult, especially for beginner, finding the right publisher. What can you tell us about your experience? What is your relationship with your publisher?
More than difficult! My relationship with Edizioni Tabula Fati is very good and also with the other authors of the publisher. I confess that I was scared at first impact with the editor and I felt discouraged reading the criticism she has shared with me after the evaluation of the whole saga. Going forward, however, I realized that the editor had fully captured the essence of the protagonist of the books and since then, exchanging advice and opinions, things improved considerably. The editor and his staff believe a lot in me and this fills me with joy and encourages me to do my best. I could not find a best publisher with whom debutting!
It is said that a writer is first and foremost a reader. What are your favorite books?
I prefer the urban fantasy and paranormal romances for adults, but I also like contemporary erotic novels. My favorite author is unquestionably Keri Arthur, then there are E. L. James, Gena Showalter, J. R. Ward, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Lora Leigh ... and more!
There are different types of player, and many can be identified from the time of purchase. Some people choose a book by the cover, who puts his trust well-known names, who are attracted by the title or the plot and who chooses his readings according to specific literary genres. In which of these readers do you identify?
In all! If it's an author who I don't know, the cover is my criterion of choice - but I give a peek at the storyline, you never know. When it's a new novel by one of my favorite authors, I buy it without question. If it's a title that intrigues me, I read the plot, but not always then I purchase. When I choose a genre, however, I'm more inclined to deviate readings of urban fantasy, paranormal and erotic.
What are your expectations for the future? Do you have other literary projects in the pipeline?
Currently we are proceeding with the editing of the second novel of The Queen of the Underworld series, and the output should be scheduled for this fall. In the pipeline I have a string of novels in the process of expanding! They are ready to be evaluated: the saga sequel to The Queen of the Underworld series, a spin-off of The Queen of the Underworld, a cross-over of the saga sequel of The Queen of the Underworld, two urban fantasy novels and the first volumes of two paranormal series still in progress. Now I'm writing my first contemporary erotic novel, which I have in mind a series of three volumes.
Thank you for being here with us.
We wish you a future full of success.
Italian Version
Dear friends of Polvere alla Polvere, today we have the honor of hosting a young writer. Hello Chiara, welcome to our literary salon. Our users are very curious and attentive, so I would say not to make them wait too long and begin immediately with the presentations.
Tell us about you. What do you do in your life? What are your interests?
A warm greeting to all users of the literary salon and thanks for offering this interview. My name is Chiara Cilli, I have twenty-one years old and live in Pescara. I graduated a year ago as a beautician specializing, but currently I'm a writer full time. I love to read, listen to music and watch movies and I have a passion for graphics.
When did you start writing?
I started at the age of sixteen years, writing the remake of the Alien movie saga first and continuing with the fanfiction about japanese cartoons. When I realized that making up stories ever changing made me happy, I understood that writing was my life.
What inspires you to write? Passion, desire to communicate and share thoughts and messages on topics to which you are linked in a particular way or desire to entertain the audience by giving vent to your creativity?
I would say both. I like to create characters and stories always different and I am intrigued to share with readers my ideas, my dreams, my deepest desires ...
How did you get the idea for your book and what's the plot?
The Queen of the Underworld series comes from my passion for the 'dark side' of the characters in a book or a movie. So I created Morwen, protagonist of this fantasy series, in which evil is at center of the stage. The first book, The awakening of the Fire, tells of the encounter between Morwen, Heir to the throne of the Underworld, and Prince Galadir. Morwen is destined to become the Goddess of the Gods and she is hounded from their Protèges, who have the order to kill her before she chooses to take the throne. However, even if she is in run, Morwen decides to help Galadir in freeing his Land from the threat of the Goddess Lash, thus meeting a terrible pitfalls and intense emotions that threaten to destroy her and the man who has conquered her heart.
Who is your favourite character?
I'm deeply tied to Morwen - she embodies all the nuances of the 'dark side' that most appeal to me and, as I wrote, she turned out to be exactly what I wanted: strong, passionate, cruel and unique - but during the editing I realized I have a visceral connection with Galadir. I love everything about him, his arrogance, his determination that sometimes leads to stubbornness, the smiles that deploys according to the circumstances, the way it manages to defy Morwen and to love her. Yes, except for the Heir to the throne of the Underworld, the Prince Galadir is the most close to my heart.
There will be a sequel?
It's a series of four books.
Is The Queen of the Underworld your first series or did you write other novels?
It is my debut fantasy series.
How did you get to the publication?
I had a bad experience with the first publishing house I contacted and one of the two partners, a longtime friend, introduced me to my current publisher, Mark Solfanelli, who believed in me and drove me into the world of publishing.
Today seems to be difficult, especially for beginner, finding the right publisher. What can you tell us about your experience? What is your relationship with your publisher?
More than difficult! My relationship with Edizioni Tabula Fati is very good and also with the other authors of the publisher. I confess that I was scared at first impact with the editor and I felt discouraged reading the criticism she has shared with me after the evaluation of the whole saga. Going forward, however, I realized that the editor had fully captured the essence of the protagonist of the books and since then, exchanging advice and opinions, things improved considerably. The editor and his staff believe a lot in me and this fills me with joy and encourages me to do my best. I could not find a best publisher with whom debutting!
It is said that a writer is first and foremost a reader. What are your favorite books?
I prefer the urban fantasy and paranormal romances for adults, but I also like contemporary erotic novels. My favorite author is unquestionably Keri Arthur, then there are E. L. James, Gena Showalter, J. R. Ward, Sherrilyn Kenyon, Lora Leigh ... and more!
There are different types of player, and many can be identified from the time of purchase. Some people choose a book by the cover, who puts his trust well-known names, who are attracted by the title or the plot and who chooses his readings according to specific literary genres. In which of these readers do you identify?
In all! If it's an author who I don't know, the cover is my criterion of choice - but I give a peek at the storyline, you never know. When it's a new novel by one of my favorite authors, I buy it without question. If it's a title that intrigues me, I read the plot, but not always then I purchase. When I choose a genre, however, I'm more inclined to deviate readings of urban fantasy, paranormal and erotic.
What are your expectations for the future? Do you have other literary projects in the pipeline?
Currently we are proceeding with the editing of the second novel of The Queen of the Underworld series, and the output should be scheduled for this fall. In the pipeline I have a string of novels in the process of expanding! They are ready to be evaluated: the saga sequel to The Queen of the Underworld series, a spin-off of The Queen of the Underworld, a cross-over of the saga sequel of The Queen of the Underworld, two urban fantasy novels and the first volumes of two paranormal series still in progress. Now I'm writing my first contemporary erotic novel, which I have in mind a series of three volumes.
Thank you for being here with us.
We wish you a future full of success.
Italian Version
Review on Reading is Believing ♥
June 19, 2012
"With a pen slide and already quite mature for her young age, the author draws us right away into the fantasy world of Penthànweald, full of strange lands and just as selfish as deities.
The undisputed star of the story, as implied also the title of the saga, is Morwen, the Heir to the throne of the Underworld, always accompanied by her Black Winged Horse, Hurrichein, ready to defend her from any potential danger. Not that the girl will actually need him.
Morwen fact, destined to be the most powerful Goddess of the whole Kingdom, as well as having a beauty beyond compare, is strong and agile as a true warrior and not accountable for her actions to anyone.
The tension is created between Morwen and Galadir - Prince of the Land of Men - when she goes on a visit to the Palace, you feel immediately and their relationship fascinates the reader more and more over the course of the novel. It's really interesting to see how a seemingly heartless as it seems to be Morwen, manages to fall in love and find its weak point in a young human.
It's just because of Galadir that Morwen is obliged to help the Land of Men, threatened by the Goddess Lash. And so, with him, she leaves for a mission through the Lands of Penthànweald to preserve the security, but behind every corner lurk numerous pitfalls, not to mention the Protègès - human chosen by the Gods to which they are granted special powers - that are designed to try and kill the Heir, seen as a danger to all the Gods who definitely do not want to be dispossessed.
A fantasy well made and well-structured, which leaves all the premises for its sequel. Makes you want to know more about the history of the same Morwen, on the other Goddesses and some of the Lands remained unexplored for the reader.
The thing that's definitely more interest is the unexpected ending that leaves the reader breathless with sospeto. Morwen continues to seem invincible, but is it? The threat of a war between Gods is getting closer, who will be at the expense? We just have to wait for the second chapter of this saga really promising!
I really admired some of the choices that have characterized the novel's characters and great imagination that is behind. I would definately recommend this book to all lovers of fantasy, did not disappoint!"
Italian Version
"With a pen slide and already quite mature for her young age, the author draws us right away into the fantasy world of Penthànweald, full of strange lands and just as selfish as deities.
The undisputed star of the story, as implied also the title of the saga, is Morwen, the Heir to the throne of the Underworld, always accompanied by her Black Winged Horse, Hurrichein, ready to defend her from any potential danger. Not that the girl will actually need him.
Morwen fact, destined to be the most powerful Goddess of the whole Kingdom, as well as having a beauty beyond compare, is strong and agile as a true warrior and not accountable for her actions to anyone.
The tension is created between Morwen and Galadir - Prince of the Land of Men - when she goes on a visit to the Palace, you feel immediately and their relationship fascinates the reader more and more over the course of the novel. It's really interesting to see how a seemingly heartless as it seems to be Morwen, manages to fall in love and find its weak point in a young human.
It's just because of Galadir that Morwen is obliged to help the Land of Men, threatened by the Goddess Lash. And so, with him, she leaves for a mission through the Lands of Penthànweald to preserve the security, but behind every corner lurk numerous pitfalls, not to mention the Protègès - human chosen by the Gods to which they are granted special powers - that are designed to try and kill the Heir, seen as a danger to all the Gods who definitely do not want to be dispossessed.
A fantasy well made and well-structured, which leaves all the premises for its sequel. Makes you want to know more about the history of the same Morwen, on the other Goddesses and some of the Lands remained unexplored for the reader.
The thing that's definitely more interest is the unexpected ending that leaves the reader breathless with sospeto. Morwen continues to seem invincible, but is it? The threat of a war between Gods is getting closer, who will be at the expense? We just have to wait for the second chapter of this saga really promising!
I really admired some of the choices that have characterized the novel's characters and great imagination that is behind. I would definately recommend this book to all lovers of fantasy, did not disappoint!"
Italian Version
Review on Pensieri d'inchiostro
June 4, 2012
"It's time to talk about one of those novels that, judging from the almost unlimited slew of positive reviews they have received, we are presented as means masterpieces, but which turn out to be disappointments.
I confess that, like all the times, with "The awakening of the fire" I hoped until the last minute that my instinct was wrong, but unfortunately after reading it I had right. Here I am, therefore, to tell you what I found within this novel such disappointing to assigned to him an assessment so low.
The first thing that catches your eye even to those who have not read the book is certainly the cover. Know that my eyes were very impressed with this cover, but not in a positive way. I might as well say it is one of the ugliest I've ever seen, but I know that many I would say: "Eh, but tastes are tastes!"
I dare not say the opposite, of course, because I know several people who liked this picture - to die for, too - so I will simply tell what, in my opinion, is wrong.
I have no problem saying that I and Photoshop are almost diametrically opposed, but almost total stranger I find it really just a graphical illustration unpleasant for the eyes. For one thing, it does not understand where the light comes from and the flames seem stuck on the drawing ... not to mention the left wing of horse, which seems to sprout from the back, and especially the leg of the maiden (of course, half undressed) to horse, you do not know where it disappeared. Perhaps the intent of the designer wanted to be to attract potential readers with these very hot and violent flames... but I think if I had found this book on the shelf of a bookstore I would have moved away without even thinking. As I have suggested some of those who have seen it, looks like the cover of a video game series z. Or a fantasy that does not bode well.
You think that to judge a book by its cover is necessarily a bad thing? I might agree with you, since I read a lot of fine novels whose cover was not much pretty, but in the case of The awakening of Fire, at least in my opinion, the cover is just the ticket to visit because in the book, alas, I found a lot worse.
Let's start talking about the main character, who then would be the maiden with pink eyes (a note of this detail, because it will be important) that you see on the cover. We discover early on that responding to the original name of Morwen, which is beautiful, it has pink eye, which is very sensual and provocative, courageous and merciless, which has pink eye, which is none other than the Maiden of Flames, the Heir to the throne of the Underworld.
Ah, I forgot: I already said that his eyes are pink?
For those who are asking: "Hey, Martha, but you take me for a fool? You already said and that this stradetto Morwen has pink eye! ", Know that the same question arose for me as I read the book ... because the color of the irises of our protagonist there is repeated continuously. Worse, because this tone is almost always turn to diamonds ... and the result is a duet constant and unbearable. The result is that, after the eighteenth "pink diamonds" I met (and I do not exclude to have missed anyone, in desperation as I was), my desire to unseat the novel was unsustainable. Not to mention that while I was reading the umpteenth "pink diamonds", came to my mind a haunting refrain that has characterized my childhood: I say nothing of the "Pink Elephants" Dumbo, the famous Disney cartoon?
Well, as in song, in the course of reading these "pink diamonds" have become a nightmare, a real obsession - not to mention that all the eyes of all the characters are eventually described as bright or as compared to precious stones, all in the name of originality. And if you were to ask why in the last 50 pages I haven't encountered any pink diamond, whereas before there were even three consecutive pages, the explanation is very simple: in the last chapters of the protagonist's eyes change color from pink to yellow , so no more pink diamonds ... a shame, though, because I was fond of us!
But now let's leave aside the diamonds ... excuse me, the eyes of the protagonist and talk a bit 'of her personality.
As the author herself writes in an interview,
Morwen is perfect in all respects. She is made to seduce and kill with a glance. Every gesture transmits deadly passion in anyone who will observe it. She doesn't leave anything to chance, and her movements slow and sinuous exude not only unparalleled sensuality, but also a certain death sentence. She is absurdly perfect, I never tire of saying it!
This is enough in itself to classify among the worst Mary Sue that exist, but unfortunately not all: besides the fact that to me seemed anything but Morwen is absurdly perfect (more than once said to feel very weak, and especially in relation with Galadir her attitude is not that of '"be perfect"), what to my eyes made it unbearable is reading again her so-called quality every time the opportunity presents itself. Morwen is amazing, Morwen is wonderfully sensual, Morwen is terribly attractive, Morwen is so, Morwen is like that.
Considering, then, that in most cases these qualities are told - with a lot of unnecessary adjectives and adverbs - the situation gets worse.
What I least liked of Morwen, however, is not so much his lack of originality, but the insistence with which the author describes her as the perfect creature: if his intent was to create a character that is impossible not love, in my opinion, has achieved the opposite effect. I do not doubt that our Morwen is bad (although at times why it's not so clear), but at the same time it is terribly cold and flat: it has given me almost nothing, except a strong dislike for her attempt - failed, in my opinion - to be perfect. She had, in my opinion, the potential to become a girl truly diabolical, subtly and ruthlessly vicious just like I love ... but, unfortunately, has been reduced to a puppet with almost no thickness that wants to embody the ideal of perfection but the author does not succeed. For example, the character of Mewar, another "bad woman", is much better.
And let's not forget what is written in the bio of Chiara Cilli:
Her talent has given life to the character of Morwen, goddess fascinating beyond mortal expectation, and made it memorable, adding to all the qualities that belong to the girls of her generation, making of her first novel, even a slice of vice and virtues of modern teenagers.
I will not repeat what I think about the annoying habit of some publishers to place a nice comment - which, of course, can not be part of - the implications of the book, but you think this description matches that of the author? That is, the perfection with which it is painted Morwen is compatible with "the vices and virtues of teenagers"? Do not know about you, but to me the two things seem in sharp contrast.
What about the story that is created around Morwen?
Well , I start by saying that I found no trace of the elements of "fantasy out of the ordinary" they were talking about the reviews taken from the Net or the same author interviews. Or rather, what I found was just a plot that could be pretty but it was riddled with platitudes. Moreover, the few original features are inevitably covered by those already seen and reviewed, to say nothing of the squalor already derived from the abstract: the beautiful Goddesses so absurd and frighteningly powerful are just the beginning.
The only step that has managed to thrill, or the final scene, was stopped on the most beautiful ... and of course we must read not one but three other books to know how it ends. Not to mention that the conclusion, in this first novel, is almost nonexistent: a clean break and go, goodbye - as well as a few thousand more titles - to the next episode.
As for the style in which it is written "The awakening of the Fire," things, alas, do not improve.
It must be said that, taking into account the grammar and syntax, Cilli Clare writes well: there are not times shaky, odd style, so that - apart from just a couple of typos - this is perhaps the first point really Please, because for once the key figure of the proofreader does not seem to disappear into thin air.
As you begin to read, however, emerges the other side of the coin, which includes, as already said, an avalanche of adjectives, adverbs that weigh only the phrase, and above all a management point of view taking in water from all sides: PoV of the various characters take turns continuously and without policy, and the worst is that this often involves the utter confusion. In the second chapter, for example, I had to reread several steps to figure out who belonged to certain thoughts, because these are reported by the italics, and the fact that the narrative jumps continuously from the head of a character never allows the other to understand well who is thinking.
This, unfortunately, occurs from the beginning to the end of the book, so much so that after a while I have given up the search on "lost PoV" ... But that's not how you do, why can end up confusing the reader and it's the right way for him to abandon the book.
So, before starting "The awakening of the Fire" my fear was always the same: to find a story that could be pretty but that was built badly and written worse, and the forecast was almost entirely accurate.
This does not mean it is a novel devoid of qualities, indeed. More than anything, though, had excellent potential, in my opinion, were not used properly, perhaps mainly due to a style full of ingenuity. Anyway, I think I will also go to at least read the second volume, because I am confident that over time Chiara Cilli can only improve, but for now here are the facts."
Italian Version
"It's time to talk about one of those novels that, judging from the almost unlimited slew of positive reviews they have received, we are presented as means masterpieces, but which turn out to be disappointments.
I confess that, like all the times, with "The awakening of the fire" I hoped until the last minute that my instinct was wrong, but unfortunately after reading it I had right. Here I am, therefore, to tell you what I found within this novel such disappointing to assigned to him an assessment so low.
The first thing that catches your eye even to those who have not read the book is certainly the cover. Know that my eyes were very impressed with this cover, but not in a positive way. I might as well say it is one of the ugliest I've ever seen, but I know that many I would say: "Eh, but tastes are tastes!"
I dare not say the opposite, of course, because I know several people who liked this picture - to die for, too - so I will simply tell what, in my opinion, is wrong.
I have no problem saying that I and Photoshop are almost diametrically opposed, but almost total stranger I find it really just a graphical illustration unpleasant for the eyes. For one thing, it does not understand where the light comes from and the flames seem stuck on the drawing ... not to mention the left wing of horse, which seems to sprout from the back, and especially the leg of the maiden (of course, half undressed) to horse, you do not know where it disappeared. Perhaps the intent of the designer wanted to be to attract potential readers with these very hot and violent flames... but I think if I had found this book on the shelf of a bookstore I would have moved away without even thinking. As I have suggested some of those who have seen it, looks like the cover of a video game series z. Or a fantasy that does not bode well.
You think that to judge a book by its cover is necessarily a bad thing? I might agree with you, since I read a lot of fine novels whose cover was not much pretty, but in the case of The awakening of Fire, at least in my opinion, the cover is just the ticket to visit because in the book, alas, I found a lot worse.
Let's start talking about the main character, who then would be the maiden with pink eyes (a note of this detail, because it will be important) that you see on the cover. We discover early on that responding to the original name of Morwen, which is beautiful, it has pink eye, which is very sensual and provocative, courageous and merciless, which has pink eye, which is none other than the Maiden of Flames, the Heir to the throne of the Underworld.
Ah, I forgot: I already said that his eyes are pink?
For those who are asking: "Hey, Martha, but you take me for a fool? You already said and that this stradetto Morwen has pink eye! ", Know that the same question arose for me as I read the book ... because the color of the irises of our protagonist there is repeated continuously. Worse, because this tone is almost always turn to diamonds ... and the result is a duet constant and unbearable. The result is that, after the eighteenth "pink diamonds" I met (and I do not exclude to have missed anyone, in desperation as I was), my desire to unseat the novel was unsustainable. Not to mention that while I was reading the umpteenth "pink diamonds", came to my mind a haunting refrain that has characterized my childhood: I say nothing of the "Pink Elephants" Dumbo, the famous Disney cartoon?
Well, as in song, in the course of reading these "pink diamonds" have become a nightmare, a real obsession - not to mention that all the eyes of all the characters are eventually described as bright or as compared to precious stones, all in the name of originality. And if you were to ask why in the last 50 pages I haven't encountered any pink diamond, whereas before there were even three consecutive pages, the explanation is very simple: in the last chapters of the protagonist's eyes change color from pink to yellow , so no more pink diamonds ... a shame, though, because I was fond of us!
But now let's leave aside the diamonds ... excuse me, the eyes of the protagonist and talk a bit 'of her personality.
As the author herself writes in an interview,
Morwen is perfect in all respects. She is made to seduce and kill with a glance. Every gesture transmits deadly passion in anyone who will observe it. She doesn't leave anything to chance, and her movements slow and sinuous exude not only unparalleled sensuality, but also a certain death sentence. She is absurdly perfect, I never tire of saying it!
This is enough in itself to classify among the worst Mary Sue that exist, but unfortunately not all: besides the fact that to me seemed anything but Morwen is absurdly perfect (more than once said to feel very weak, and especially in relation with Galadir her attitude is not that of '"be perfect"), what to my eyes made it unbearable is reading again her so-called quality every time the opportunity presents itself. Morwen is amazing, Morwen is wonderfully sensual, Morwen is terribly attractive, Morwen is so, Morwen is like that.
Considering, then, that in most cases these qualities are told - with a lot of unnecessary adjectives and adverbs - the situation gets worse.
What I least liked of Morwen, however, is not so much his lack of originality, but the insistence with which the author describes her as the perfect creature: if his intent was to create a character that is impossible not love, in my opinion, has achieved the opposite effect. I do not doubt that our Morwen is bad (although at times why it's not so clear), but at the same time it is terribly cold and flat: it has given me almost nothing, except a strong dislike for her attempt - failed, in my opinion - to be perfect. She had, in my opinion, the potential to become a girl truly diabolical, subtly and ruthlessly vicious just like I love ... but, unfortunately, has been reduced to a puppet with almost no thickness that wants to embody the ideal of perfection but the author does not succeed. For example, the character of Mewar, another "bad woman", is much better.
And let's not forget what is written in the bio of Chiara Cilli:
Her talent has given life to the character of Morwen, goddess fascinating beyond mortal expectation, and made it memorable, adding to all the qualities that belong to the girls of her generation, making of her first novel, even a slice of vice and virtues of modern teenagers.
I will not repeat what I think about the annoying habit of some publishers to place a nice comment - which, of course, can not be part of - the implications of the book, but you think this description matches that of the author? That is, the perfection with which it is painted Morwen is compatible with "the vices and virtues of teenagers"? Do not know about you, but to me the two things seem in sharp contrast.
What about the story that is created around Morwen?
Well , I start by saying that I found no trace of the elements of "fantasy out of the ordinary" they were talking about the reviews taken from the Net or the same author interviews. Or rather, what I found was just a plot that could be pretty but it was riddled with platitudes. Moreover, the few original features are inevitably covered by those already seen and reviewed, to say nothing of the squalor already derived from the abstract: the beautiful Goddesses so absurd and frighteningly powerful are just the beginning.
The only step that has managed to thrill, or the final scene, was stopped on the most beautiful ... and of course we must read not one but three other books to know how it ends. Not to mention that the conclusion, in this first novel, is almost nonexistent: a clean break and go, goodbye - as well as a few thousand more titles - to the next episode.
As for the style in which it is written "The awakening of the Fire," things, alas, do not improve.
It must be said that, taking into account the grammar and syntax, Cilli Clare writes well: there are not times shaky, odd style, so that - apart from just a couple of typos - this is perhaps the first point really Please, because for once the key figure of the proofreader does not seem to disappear into thin air.
As you begin to read, however, emerges the other side of the coin, which includes, as already said, an avalanche of adjectives, adverbs that weigh only the phrase, and above all a management point of view taking in water from all sides: PoV of the various characters take turns continuously and without policy, and the worst is that this often involves the utter confusion. In the second chapter, for example, I had to reread several steps to figure out who belonged to certain thoughts, because these are reported by the italics, and the fact that the narrative jumps continuously from the head of a character never allows the other to understand well who is thinking.
This, unfortunately, occurs from the beginning to the end of the book, so much so that after a while I have given up the search on "lost PoV" ... But that's not how you do, why can end up confusing the reader and it's the right way for him to abandon the book.
So, before starting "The awakening of the Fire" my fear was always the same: to find a story that could be pretty but that was built badly and written worse, and the forecast was almost entirely accurate.
This does not mean it is a novel devoid of qualities, indeed. More than anything, though, had excellent potential, in my opinion, were not used properly, perhaps mainly due to a style full of ingenuity. Anyway, I think I will also go to at least read the second volume, because I am confident that over time Chiara Cilli can only improve, but for now here are the facts."
Italian Version
Interview on Vivere in un libro
March 17, 2012
Welcome, Chiara, in Vivere in un libro! This is my first interview and I'm a little excited!^__^ So, maybe we can start introducing yourself to the readers...
Hello everyone! My name is Chiara Cilli, I'm 21 and I live in Pescara, Italy. I'm a beautician, but currently I'm a writer full time. I'm passionate about graphic design, I love to listen to music - especially Evanescence - and I love to read paranormal romance and urban fantasy for adults.
How did you start writing?
I started writing the remake of Alien saga, and then I continued with the fan fictions about the japanese cartoons. But suddenly I decided to get serious, and here I began to tell the story of the Queen of the Underworld.
What's your favourite book?
Well, is not just one book, but a series! Keri Arthur is my favorite writer, my idol, then the books of her Riley Jenson Guardian series are absolutely and unquestionably gold for me.
Ok is another series that I will read! ^ __ ^
Do you have a place where you feel most inspired when you write?
No, I always write at home, on the sofa, on the table, on the bed ... It depends!
How did you get the idea of Morwen, Hurrichein and this incredible world?
Morwen was born from my desire to bring up a different character than usual, dark heroine, cruel and terribly fascinating, to reverse the patterns and pay tribute to all the nuances of the dark side that I love. The idea of Hurrichein stems from the fact that I practiced riding for ten years, and when I had to choose a majestic animal that was worthy to be side by side to the Heir to the throne of Underworld, I had no doubt.
How was create Morwen, beautiful and ruthless at the same time?
Oh, it was great! The way she moves, the way she talks ... it's extraordinary. Every her gesture, every her killer look... everything has a meaning. She is perfect, and she is meant to kill and to bewitch anyone who dares look at her. She exudes unimaginable power , she is ... hellish!
I must say that I loved her! She's wonderful! * __ *
What is the character of your novel that you particularly don't like and why?
I would say Ashiwar, because of his little consideration of Galadir and for the fact that he deems him an irresponsible be unworthy to be Prince of Thera.
Who do you love instead?
Who I love? Well, I love four characters! The first is Morwen, of course: I worship everything about her, the way she moves sinuously, the way she kills without the shadow of an emotion. The second is Galadir: I love everything about him, his stubbornness, his arrogance, relentless charm that buys when he smiles. The third is the mysterious Andrer: I can not say anything except that everything that happens is his fault. And the last is the crazy, sadistic and appetizing Deshre: she is really crazy and far more cruel than Morwen, perhaps - should ask to Galadir what he thinks of her!
I admit that Deshre scares me a lot .. I do not know what will happen in the second chapter of tetralogy! About, why did you chose to write a tetralogy?
Initially there were three volumes, then we decided to split in two because the first book was too long. It will take several battles, lots of blood and a lot of passion, before the story will end!
Wow I'm already super-excited! * __ *
Instead there is anything you would change in your novel?
Right now? Maybe I'd change it into a fantasy for adults, but the publisher won't allow me to do that ever! For the rest, absolutely nothing.
A preview of the sequel (no spoilers) for the curious, like me? > __ <
I can tell you that for the Prince Galadir will be very hard to resist to the sadistic attraction that darts between him and Deshre: now it's up to him to become the protagonist and demonstrate how extraordinarily unique he is, between blood and intense dramatic moments.
Well Galadir is undoubtedly a very intriguing guy, very simple and maybe that's why it attracts more!
One last question, what would you recommend to those who want to start writing?
I would advise you buy a nice notebook and write the main points of the novel to have a precise picture of how the story will evolve: first write the list of characters, the plot and timeline to know exactly what needs to happen and when it should happen. It is very useful for non-interlacing and does not crash! That said, I recommend to never give up!
Thanks, Chiara, for your time and your valuable advice! I can not wait for the release date of the sequel of the Queen of the Underworld, and maybe a new interview to explore other aspects of the saga! A hug and good luck for your creations! ^ __ ^
Italian Version
Welcome, Chiara, in Vivere in un libro! This is my first interview and I'm a little excited!^__^ So, maybe we can start introducing yourself to the readers...
Hello everyone! My name is Chiara Cilli, I'm 21 and I live in Pescara, Italy. I'm a beautician, but currently I'm a writer full time. I'm passionate about graphic design, I love to listen to music - especially Evanescence - and I love to read paranormal romance and urban fantasy for adults.
How did you start writing?
I started writing the remake of Alien saga, and then I continued with the fan fictions about the japanese cartoons. But suddenly I decided to get serious, and here I began to tell the story of the Queen of the Underworld.
What's your favourite book?
Well, is not just one book, but a series! Keri Arthur is my favorite writer, my idol, then the books of her Riley Jenson Guardian series are absolutely and unquestionably gold for me.
Ok is another series that I will read! ^ __ ^
Do you have a place where you feel most inspired when you write?
No, I always write at home, on the sofa, on the table, on the bed ... It depends!
How did you get the idea of Morwen, Hurrichein and this incredible world?
Morwen was born from my desire to bring up a different character than usual, dark heroine, cruel and terribly fascinating, to reverse the patterns and pay tribute to all the nuances of the dark side that I love. The idea of Hurrichein stems from the fact that I practiced riding for ten years, and when I had to choose a majestic animal that was worthy to be side by side to the Heir to the throne of Underworld, I had no doubt.
How was create Morwen, beautiful and ruthless at the same time?
Oh, it was great! The way she moves, the way she talks ... it's extraordinary. Every her gesture, every her killer look... everything has a meaning. She is perfect, and she is meant to kill and to bewitch anyone who dares look at her. She exudes unimaginable power , she is ... hellish!
I must say that I loved her! She's wonderful! * __ *
What is the character of your novel that you particularly don't like and why?
I would say Ashiwar, because of his little consideration of Galadir and for the fact that he deems him an irresponsible be unworthy to be Prince of Thera.
Who do you love instead?
Who I love? Well, I love four characters! The first is Morwen, of course: I worship everything about her, the way she moves sinuously, the way she kills without the shadow of an emotion. The second is Galadir: I love everything about him, his stubbornness, his arrogance, relentless charm that buys when he smiles. The third is the mysterious Andrer: I can not say anything except that everything that happens is his fault. And the last is the crazy, sadistic and appetizing Deshre: she is really crazy and far more cruel than Morwen, perhaps - should ask to Galadir what he thinks of her!
I admit that Deshre scares me a lot .. I do not know what will happen in the second chapter of tetralogy! About, why did you chose to write a tetralogy?
Initially there were three volumes, then we decided to split in two because the first book was too long. It will take several battles, lots of blood and a lot of passion, before the story will end!
Wow I'm already super-excited! * __ *
Instead there is anything you would change in your novel?
Right now? Maybe I'd change it into a fantasy for adults, but the publisher won't allow me to do that ever! For the rest, absolutely nothing.
A preview of the sequel (no spoilers) for the curious, like me? > __ <
I can tell you that for the Prince Galadir will be very hard to resist to the sadistic attraction that darts between him and Deshre: now it's up to him to become the protagonist and demonstrate how extraordinarily unique he is, between blood and intense dramatic moments.
Well Galadir is undoubtedly a very intriguing guy, very simple and maybe that's why it attracts more!
One last question, what would you recommend to those who want to start writing?
I would advise you buy a nice notebook and write the main points of the novel to have a precise picture of how the story will evolve: first write the list of characters, the plot and timeline to know exactly what needs to happen and when it should happen. It is very useful for non-interlacing and does not crash! That said, I recommend to never give up!
Thanks, Chiara, for your time and your valuable advice! I can not wait for the release date of the sequel of the Queen of the Underworld, and maybe a new interview to explore other aspects of the saga! A hug and good luck for your creations! ^ __ ^
Italian Version
Review on Universi Incantati
March 8, 2012
"Already from the plot, twists and intrigue emerge: it is a complex story of secret alliances, adverse fates, and pasts kept in the dark, in which adds the inner conflict of the protagonist, constantly struggling between denying and disgusting her nature and surrender to it, between reason and instinct. Morwen is a character of contrasts, we could say "bad heroin", were it not that these two contradictory definitions contradict themselves when we see Morwen think like an ordinary person, a human being rather than beast, and sometimes fragile, and not is not always so bad, because she can also have compassion. Being a creature of the Underworld should move according to the sentiment of hate, but some of her actions prove that she is not immune to emotion "disgusting" (as she would say) which is love. The Prince Galadir is a bit the opportunity to change for Morwen; alternative to that destiny.
Galadir is similar to Morwen in several aspects, they are both stubborn, and even he seems smug self but when changes the point of view we find hidden fears and weaknesses, especially the two are united by the fact that someone else has chosen to them to their fate, but I will not add more to not give you spoilers. Galadir, however, is different because of his determination: he acts on impulse, often without thinking about the people around him (as opposed to Morwen he has a family, including sister Kamria, another major character) and seems to be so determinated that there is nothing that upsets him, not even some revelations bring him to waver.
In addition to that of Morwen and Galadir, another bond that struck me was that of Morwen and the Winged Horse Hurrichein: I liked the physical synchronization and empathy, then the attitude stern and austere of the horse, alternating with tenderness and protection, all to show how he cares about the girl (seems to act always thinking about his own good). Even Hurrichein is a strong character, his personality shows in the details of his movements.
The scenarios of various Lands of Penthànweald are described enough to imagine them in all their spectacular beauty, especially the place of intersection between the different Lands, where each waterfall has access to a new world; hats off to the fantasy of the author! On all, I was impressed by the originality of the Living Desert.
I can not say the same thing, however, for the prologue: the text is heavy, the descriptions are excessive (for each object there is an adjective, but just for any object!), is also difficult to include who is the subject of the action, because the fact the objects seem to come alive like if they had their own volition. I confess that this part of the text he demoralized me: we are at the beginning of the book, the part that should entice the reader, but I had to read those pages to three times before being able to understand the way! Fortunately, after those four pages the register totally changes, with a smooth writing that, let me emphasize, runs that it is a pleasure.
"The awakening of Fire" is a great start to a saga that bodes well, especially with that ending suspense, on the one hand I would have thrown the book out the window (if I think about what I have to wait...!), but meanwhile I was doing these thoughts I kept it tightly in my arms. I really hope the author will give us more as soon; it is hard to resist when the end mixes the cards on the table, introduces interesting figures as those of "Protègès", and upsets the protagonist... compliments to the author!"
Italian Version
"Already from the plot, twists and intrigue emerge: it is a complex story of secret alliances, adverse fates, and pasts kept in the dark, in which adds the inner conflict of the protagonist, constantly struggling between denying and disgusting her nature and surrender to it, between reason and instinct. Morwen is a character of contrasts, we could say "bad heroin", were it not that these two contradictory definitions contradict themselves when we see Morwen think like an ordinary person, a human being rather than beast, and sometimes fragile, and not is not always so bad, because she can also have compassion. Being a creature of the Underworld should move according to the sentiment of hate, but some of her actions prove that she is not immune to emotion "disgusting" (as she would say) which is love. The Prince Galadir is a bit the opportunity to change for Morwen; alternative to that destiny.
Galadir is similar to Morwen in several aspects, they are both stubborn, and even he seems smug self but when changes the point of view we find hidden fears and weaknesses, especially the two are united by the fact that someone else has chosen to them to their fate, but I will not add more to not give you spoilers. Galadir, however, is different because of his determination: he acts on impulse, often without thinking about the people around him (as opposed to Morwen he has a family, including sister Kamria, another major character) and seems to be so determinated that there is nothing that upsets him, not even some revelations bring him to waver.
In addition to that of Morwen and Galadir, another bond that struck me was that of Morwen and the Winged Horse Hurrichein: I liked the physical synchronization and empathy, then the attitude stern and austere of the horse, alternating with tenderness and protection, all to show how he cares about the girl (seems to act always thinking about his own good). Even Hurrichein is a strong character, his personality shows in the details of his movements.
The scenarios of various Lands of Penthànweald are described enough to imagine them in all their spectacular beauty, especially the place of intersection between the different Lands, where each waterfall has access to a new world; hats off to the fantasy of the author! On all, I was impressed by the originality of the Living Desert.
I can not say the same thing, however, for the prologue: the text is heavy, the descriptions are excessive (for each object there is an adjective, but just for any object!), is also difficult to include who is the subject of the action, because the fact the objects seem to come alive like if they had their own volition. I confess that this part of the text he demoralized me: we are at the beginning of the book, the part that should entice the reader, but I had to read those pages to three times before being able to understand the way! Fortunately, after those four pages the register totally changes, with a smooth writing that, let me emphasize, runs that it is a pleasure.
"The awakening of Fire" is a great start to a saga that bodes well, especially with that ending suspense, on the one hand I would have thrown the book out the window (if I think about what I have to wait...!), but meanwhile I was doing these thoughts I kept it tightly in my arms. I really hope the author will give us more as soon; it is hard to resist when the end mixes the cards on the table, introduces interesting figures as those of "Protègès", and upsets the protagonist... compliments to the author!"
Italian Version
