Thank you so much to Denise Finn for this marvellous review of my YA Fantasy Bloodstone along with fab reviews for Jacquie Biggar’s Twilights Encore and The Rebel’s Redemption.
I appreciate it so much. xxx
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Bloodstone (The Curse of Time, #1)
by M.J. Mallon
“Bloodstone” is a paranormal YA story that centers on 15-year-old Amelina. Her family life drastically changed after her father disappeared and then returned home a different man. Her once happy household was gone. When she gets an invitation to a mysterious place, she goes down a forbidden path by the river. Here she meets Ryder, who completely mesmerizes her after saving her from a robbery attempt. There were many great secondary characters, including her band members and cat, Shadow, but I think my favorite was Esme or the girl who lived in the mirror. There was a lot of depth in Esme, and the subject of self-harm was dealt with well. I’m a fan of rocks/crystals, so their importance in the story was a plus. The magic and darkness weaved into the plot of finding the truth contrasted with Amelina’s constant conflict. The poetry before each chapter was a nice addition, and I enjoyed the descriptive passages. The ending answered some questions, but not all. I look forward to reading the next book in this series to see what happens next. If you like a paranormal story told from a teen’s perspective who is not only finding herself but discovering her unique abilities, this is for you.
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Marje @ Kyrosmagica
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Welcome to my blog: M J Mallon - Kyrosmagica Publishing. A blog about magic, books, writing, laughter, and much more! I'm a YA fantasy author, poet and reviewer. My first YA fantasy novel The Curse of Time - Book 1 - Bloodstone is set in Cambridge and Book 2 - Golden Healer is now out too. As well as this, I have contributed to several anthologies, created my own with some amazing international writers, bloggers and creatives during the pandemic: This Is Lockdown and written two poetry collections: Lockdown Innit Poems About Absurdity & Mr. Sagittarius Poetry and Prose. I write book reviews on my blog and on Goodreads, book bub and on my bookstagram. I have a penchant for travel and have relatives in far flung places, Australia, Malaysia, and Singapore, (my birthplace.) I grew up in in Bonnie Scotland, in Edinburgh, and now live in Cambridge. I love sunny, hot places, particularly Rome, Venice, Portugal, Barcelona, and I forgot to mention the sun drenched beaches of the Caribbean, how could I? I am lucky to have been blessed with two lovely daughters and a husband who I fondly refer to in this blog as my black sheep. Family joke! With my passion for travel, culture, beautiful beaches, good food, books, theatre, writing, and humour, I hope to keep you entertained. I'm loving every minute of this creative journey, please join me.
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Wonderful review, Marje. Congratulations! 🙂
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Thank you Natalie. So thrilled. 🙂
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Thanks for the mention, Marje!
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My pleasure Jacquie. ❤
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A great review of your book, Marje. Denise writes wonderful reviews. Congrats!
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Thank you Diana. Thrilled with Denise’s review. 🙂
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Congratulations on that wonderful review, Marje. Toni x
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Thank you so much Toni. Thrilled. 🙂
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It’s wonderful to see the great review of your book from Denise. I’ve read it. Congratulations, Marje!
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Thank you Miriam. Thrilled with Denise’s review. I hope you enjoyed too. x
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Fantastic review from Denise. Congrats Marje ❤
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Thank you Debby. I’m so pleased with Denise’s review. x
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Congratulations and fab to see such a great review. Good luck x
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Thank you so much Jane. I’m delighted with Denise’s fabulous review. x
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It makes your day, I know.
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Yes indeed it does. 🙂
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