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Grieving the death of her godfather and haunted by her cousin Cassie’s betrayal, Barrie returns from a trip to San Francisco to find the Watson plantation under siege. Ghost hunters hope to glimpse the ancient spirit who sets the river on fire each night, and reporters chase rumors of a stolen shipment of Civil War gold that may be hidden at Colesworth Place. The chaos tur
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October 27th 2015
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Dec 01, 2014
Martina Boone
rated it
it was amazing
· (Review from the author)
Shelves:
southern-gothic,
young-adult,
fantasy,
paranormal,
romance,
magic,
fall-2015,
october-2015,
2015-releases
I need more stars to thank all the people who are responsible for pulling this book together! My editor and the amazing team at Simon Pulse, my critique partners and beta readers, and the wonderful Compulsion street team members who helped out with ideas, reading, and mental health support! You all ROCK! Thank you! : )
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Cover: Absolutely GORGEOUS! ❤️❤️❤️
We have kissing like THIS:

Hold on to the edge of your seat, because PERSUASION takes you on a ride that will leave you breathless. Martina Boone does an extraordinary job weaving together history, magic, mystery, and modern times. She unspools questions like the Fire Carrier unspools his ball of flames across the river. Readers will swoon over Eight and Barrie, pray that they'll make it as a couple. Is Eight with Barrie because she wants him and he wants to give ...more
We have kissing like THIS:

Hold on to the edge of your seat, because PERSUASION takes you on a ride that will leave you breathless. Martina Boone does an extraordinary job weaving together history, magic, mystery, and modern times. She unspools questions like the Fire Carrier unspools his ball of flames across the river. Readers will swoon over Eight and Barrie, pray that they'll make it as a couple. Is Eight with Barrie because she wants him and he wants to give ...more

Just as magical as Compulsion! Martina sure knows how to write a beautiful story with compelling characters, mystery, magic, romance, and southern recipes that make me hungry!
I can't wait for the third book in this series! And I hope we get to see more of Berg! I have a new crush! ...more
I can't wait for the third book in this series! And I hope we get to see more of Berg! I have a new crush! ...more

***Review posted on The Eater of Books! blog***
Persuasion by Martina Boone
Book Two of The Heirs of Watson Island series
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Publication Date: October 27, 2015
Rating: 2 stars
Source: eARC from Edelweiss
Summary (from Goodreads):
Grieving the death of her godfather and haunted by her cousin Cassie’s betrayal, Barrie returns from a trip to San Francisco to find the Watson plantation under siege. Ghost-hunters hope to glimpse the ancient spirit who sets the river on fire each night, an ...more
Persuasion by Martina Boone
Book Two of The Heirs of Watson Island series
Publisher: Simon Pulse
Publication Date: October 27, 2015
Rating: 2 stars
Source: eARC from Edelweiss
Summary (from Goodreads):
Grieving the death of her godfather and haunted by her cousin Cassie’s betrayal, Barrie returns from a trip to San Francisco to find the Watson plantation under siege. Ghost-hunters hope to glimpse the ancient spirit who sets the river on fire each night, an ...more

Dec 05, 2014
Beth (YA Books Central)
rated it
it was amazing
Shelves:
the-wait-is-killing-me,
waiting-on-wednesday
"Perceptions were fickle things, as formless as smoke and just as dangerous. Weeks ago, when Barrie had first seen the plantation her mother had run away from in her teens, the light clawing through the the haunts of Spanish moss along the avenue of ancient oaks had seemed ominous, and the down-at-the-heels mansion beyond the trees had appeared forbidding."
Persuasion is the sequel to the phenomenal book Compulsion about a young girl who has the ability to "find" lost things. Persuasion picks ...more

It is funny how a story can grab you right from the beginning and you really can't say why. Not because the writing isn't good, because it was, nor because the characters weren't quirky and lovable, because again, they were. But just because for whatever reason, the story, while not completely original but totally unique in design, was just so much fun to read and had you eagerly turning the pages.
That is what book one, Compulsion, did for me. So it was without a second thought, that I picked up ...more
That is what book one, Compulsion, did for me. So it was without a second thought, that I picked up ...more

So much love for this series! Book 2 is very different from 'Compulsion,' but still completely engrossing. Martina Boone does an amazing job of exploring more of the characters introduced in the first book--especially Cassie and Seven. We also learn more about the curse and its conditions, as well as the history of Watson Island. It has more of an eerie feel than the first book, and the stakes are definitely even higher in the sequel. And of course, there's plenty of the stalwart and sassy Eight
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Dark voodoo magic, southern charm, family secrets, complicated love, southern folklore, buried treasure, and ancient curses. This combination makes for an amazing second book to a wonderful series. Read my full review at www.booklovinalicia.blogspot.com
Thanks to Edelweiss for allowing me to read a digital ARC!!! ...more
Thanks to Edelweiss for allowing me to read a digital ARC!!! ...more

May 26, 2015
Aria ・❥・Biblioaria ˚ · .
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THE RAINBOW READATHON: Violet
I'm changing the violet book I originally planned on reading for the readathon. Since I got approved for this arc, I can't help but not want to read this first.
Thank you Simon and Schuster for approving my request. ...more
I'm changing the violet book I originally planned on reading for the readathon. Since I got approved for this arc, I can't help but not want to read this first.
Thank you Simon and Schuster for approving my request. ...more

Oh my word!!! Martina's writing is just wonderful and spot on. I love it.
Barrie and Eights story continues with no less drama and action along the way.
From this book:
I'm more in love with the yunwi!
Cassie holds a spot in my heart.
I love the memories from some references mentioned.
I'm dying for the rest of this story!!!!! ...more
Barrie and Eights story continues with no less drama and action along the way.
From this book:
I'm more in love with the yunwi!
Cassie holds a spot in my heart.
I love the memories from some references mentioned.
I'm dying for the rest of this story!!!!! ...more

Beta read and it was fantastic. Can't wait for the final product and i just happen to make an awesome cameo! HA!
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I absolutely adored Compulsion and was thrilled when I was lucky enough to receive an ARC of Persuasion. Martina absolutely knows how to write a paranormal mystery in her own way. There are no cliche troupes or been-there-done-that scenes. She creates a complex narrative that builds and builds throughout both books.
Barrie is dealing with the death of Mark, Cassie's betrayal, and her growing knowledge of her family's history all while trying to find her footing in her life, which is now being ove ...more
Barrie is dealing with the death of Mark, Cassie's betrayal, and her growing knowledge of her family's history all while trying to find her footing in her life, which is now being ove ...more

Gahhh I am a huge fan of Martina Boone's and Compulsion was my favorite YA book of 2014. I was lucky enough to receive an eARC of Persuasion from Edelweiss and boy could I not have been more excited to read the next installment. I'll be sure to post a fuller review closer to October, but here's a little preview.
"You're torn between wanting to be closer and wanting to push me away," he said, "So I vote for closer. I'll always vote for closer."
The romance between Eight and Barrie is heating up, b ...more
"You're torn between wanting to be closer and wanting to push me away," he said, "So I vote for closer. I'll always vote for closer."
The romance between Eight and Barrie is heating up, b ...more

COMPULSION hooked me with it's alluring Southern Gothic charms, beautiful writing, and made me fall in love with it's richly rooted Southern history. Then PERSUASION came along and swept me off my feet with it's enchanting mysteries, magic, and oh so addicting romance! This sequel was everything I loved about COMPULSION and a whole lot more!
Read my FULL REVIEW here http://mundiemoms.blogspot.com/2015/1... ...more
Read my FULL REVIEW here http://mundiemoms.blogspot.com/2015/1... ...more

Rating: 4.5 Stars
Persuasion has all the magic and beauty and wonderful things that I loved about Compulsion, but we get a lot more insight into the origins all the lore surround Watson's Island. In this book, we get more details about the curse, the gifts, and the impact of these things on the lives of the Barrie and Eight (and Cassie too). We are introduced to Obadiah and his voodoo, which I am sure we will learn more about in the next book. Relationships are emerging and changing. Barrie and E ...more
Persuasion has all the magic and beauty and wonderful things that I loved about Compulsion, but we get a lot more insight into the origins all the lore surround Watson's Island. In this book, we get more details about the curse, the gifts, and the impact of these things on the lives of the Barrie and Eight (and Cassie too). We are introduced to Obadiah and his voodoo, which I am sure we will learn more about in the next book. Relationships are emerging and changing. Barrie and E ...more

*rubs hands* Okay then, let’s do this! For those of you who haven’t read Compulsion, reading beyond this point may be a bad idea because spoilers. BEWARE.
I have A LOT of things to say about Persuasion. And since, being me, I love to dissect the books that I love, Persuasion is going to pretty much get the same royal treatment :P
Persuasion begins with Barrie Watson, our protagonist, coming back to Watson’s Landing from San Francisco. And that was amazing, and exactly what I hoped for, because she ...more
I have A LOT of things to say about Persuasion. And since, being me, I love to dissect the books that I love, Persuasion is going to pretty much get the same royal treatment :P
Persuasion begins with Barrie Watson, our protagonist, coming back to Watson’s Landing from San Francisco. And that was amazing, and exactly what I hoped for, because she ...more

For as much as I loved Compulsion, Persuasion was a pretty mediocre follow up. Will definitely finish up the trilogy... I'm holding out hope the last one is better than this one.
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Nov 22, 2014
Erin Cashman
rated it
it was amazing
Shelves:
young-adult,
fantasy,
romance,
mystery,
romantic-suspense,
legends,
coming-of-age,
magical-realism,
gothic
I adored every page of this contemporary fantasy. Although Persuasion is an action packed mystery, filled with twist and turns, heartache and longing, it is primarily a story of a young woman, Barrie, coming to terms with who she is and what she wants. Magic abounds in this paranormal romance, but it is Barrie’s strength and determination, even when she faces impossible choices, that is the most compelling. If you’re looking for a beautifully written, deliciously atmospheric novel that captivate
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Martina did it again! I fell right back in to Barrie's beautiful world. The writing is so gorgeous but somehow it doesn't detract at all from the fast paced storyline. I especially enjoyed seeing Barrie and Eight's relationship grow and cover some rocky ground. Cassie was wonderful too. She's such a deep character now! And I have to say I think Obadiah is one of my all time favorite villains.
The book covered heavier subject matter in just the right balance to deepen the world and story. I'm so ...more
The book covered heavier subject matter in just the right balance to deepen the world and story. I'm so ...more

Dec 01, 2014
Wendy Higgins
added it
Another piece of gorgeousness from Martina Boone!! *happy sigh*

Having lived in South Carolina for so long, diving back into this series was like coming home for me. Again, the author manages to capture the rich history, Southern charm, and eerie magic of the Charleston Low Country area.
This book gives the reader a better understanding of the gifts of the Watsons and Beauforts and the Colesworth curse. Some questions are answered, but other emerge and there are still secrets to be exposed and the motivations of some characters to be learned.
Some of the chara ...more
This book gives the reader a better understanding of the gifts of the Watsons and Beauforts and the Colesworth curse. Some questions are answered, but other emerge and there are still secrets to be exposed and the motivations of some characters to be learned.
Some of the chara ...more

Review courtesy of Dark Faerie Tales
Quick & Dirty: Gorgeous sequel filled with action packed adventure, a lush setting and an unforgettable romance! This is a series you do not want to miss!
Opening Sentence: The last miles of the journey stretched eternally, and Watson’s Landing pulled more and more on Barrie’s finding gift.
The Review:
Barrie Watson has a unique gift where she has the ability to find anything that is lost. She was born with the gift and eventually she figures out that it’s a fami ...more
Quick & Dirty: Gorgeous sequel filled with action packed adventure, a lush setting and an unforgettable romance! This is a series you do not want to miss!
Opening Sentence: The last miles of the journey stretched eternally, and Watson’s Landing pulled more and more on Barrie’s finding gift.
The Review:
Barrie Watson has a unique gift where she has the ability to find anything that is lost. She was born with the gift and eventually she figures out that it’s a fami ...more

"Persuasion" the second book in "The Heirs of Watson Island" blends family myth, magic and romance in a mystery that began in Watson's Landing with a curse placed on three founding families- the Colesworths, Watsons, and Beauforts.
After returning from San Francisco with her godfather's ashes so they can be buried on the plantation, a grieving Barrie Watson is disturbed when her finding ability draws her to a disk engraved with a raven. When a stranger in a dark suit with dreadlocks snaking over ...more
After returning from San Francisco with her godfather's ashes so they can be buried on the plantation, a grieving Barrie Watson is disturbed when her finding ability draws her to a disk engraved with a raven. When a stranger in a dark suit with dreadlocks snaking over ...more

I knew that would happen at the end! I think at the beginning, it is a little slow but right at the middle it speeds up and the goes a bit fast. It is more creepy than Compulsion. I was shivering at points. I kind of feel bad for Cassie. There's a lot more about her that we don't know. And the "flashback/memory" scene? I almost started crying with Barrie. I can't wait for Illusion though!
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'Persuasion' is the enchanting second installment in a young adult paranormal series that will leave readers begging for more. The story picks up where the first book left off - Barrie returns to Watson Island to find the plantation overrun with ghost hunters and reporters all trying to get a piece of the paranormal action and the story of lost treasure. When Cassie hires a team of excavators to dig up the land beneath the mansion - they find a lot more than they bargained for. Then a stranger w
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PERSUASION is the intriguing and fascinating second installment in the Heirs of Watson Island series that takes readers back to a world full of mystery and magic, gifts and curses, dark secrets, envy, and enmity. New threats arise, more complications emerge, and greater challenges must be faced in this instantly captivating sequel.
Returning to Watson Island after attending Mark’s funeral, Barrie realized there is no place she’d rather be. Even with traumatic events that occurred that almost ende ...more
Returning to Watson Island after attending Mark’s funeral, Barrie realized there is no place she’d rather be. Even with traumatic events that occurred that almost ende ...more

If you are not aware, I am a huge fan of Martina's books. I love her writing and the awesome plot and story she has come up with. I loved how in Persuasion everything came as a surprise. All these twists and turns and how all these secrets and new information was constantly being dug up. That really contributed to wanting to keep reading to find out what happens next! We got to see more of Barrie and Eight and it all made for a great read. Persuasion is a perfect mix between uncovered secrets, a
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Martina Boone was born in Prague and spoke several languages before learning English. She's the award-winning author of feel-good romances set in magical places, including COMPULSION and the Heirs of Watson Island trilogy from Simon & Schuster/Simon Pulse and the Celtic Legends series starting with LAKE OF DESTINY.
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