PJV Quickie: There is no denying Kelly Keaton’s writing, she has a dark and languid style that is both captivating and addictive. I love her God’s & Monster series and now I got to experience a new look into her head with her self-published titled EMBERS IN A DARK FROST.
Title: Embers in a Dark Frost
Author: Kelly Keaton
Source: Blog Tour
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Review:
I do believe this might be the first labeled New Adult Fantasy that I’ve read. What is New Adult you ask? That is the middle ground between Young Adult and Adult. The characters are still young, but they are adults. The college age, still thought of as younglings, but safely in the adult category. At least that is what I’m assuming. Or, better yet, Young Adult with sex? Is that a better classification?
The story covers Deira who is a half-human living in a dark world. She is thought of as a freak. Forced to cover the striking red hair that gives away her human heritage. Deira was quite a sad character, it was her story from her POV and being hidden away, yet immensely powerful was this tug-of-war with her that caused a lot of heart-ache. I enjoyed Deira, she wasn’t your typical character that you find in fantasy novels. There is usually no middle ground, either the gung-ho hero that jumps into the fray or the one that complains the whole time. Deira was neither. She didn’t want to accomplish her “destiny” but she accepted it. There was also a romance in this novel (the aforementioned sex) which I really enjoyed. Balen the rugged. Rawr.
What I loved most about this novel was the writing. Kelly Keaton stayed true to the time-period and feeling of the world. She used a historical/fantasy language that was saturated throughout the novel and I did not notice any inconsistencies.
I did have some issues with the story in general and then the ending. It is not listed as a series book…so I’m wondering. This seems to be the “latest thing” to do as far as books and I’m not liking this trend. Give me closure, please. It wasn’t as bad as some, but just recap please. Give me a Where are they now. Is that too much to ask.
Otherwise, a good read and as always I look forward to anything from Kelly Keaton. If you haven’t partaken…do so now.
Recommendations:
This is a mature read, for older teens. Fans of authors like Maria V. Synder should enjoy. In fact, if you like POISON STUDY (a PJV must read!) you should enjoy Embers in a Dark Frost.
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I’m really intrigued by this book… I like the Gods and Monsters series but I wasn’t in love with it… but I did absolutely love Poison Study. Thanks for the great giveaway chance!
This new adult genre is interesting. Not familiar with this book, but a four star rating is worth the read.
I think I might like the whole New Adult Genre. Sometimes I just roll my eyes at how corny the YA love scenes are.
This sounds awesome! I love the world you described in your review and I’m into New Adult:)
Lovely review:)
sounds super good, added to my list to get asap!! thanks for the giveaway love;)
Sounds interesting. Poor redheads — they seem to have it hard in so many books. Of course, they also tend to be kick-ass heroines a lot of the time too, so I guess it balances out!
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Sounds fantastic! Thanks for sharing!
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If it’s like Poison Study, I should read it. And I’ll be curious to see how different New Adult books are from standard Adult (er, Old Adult?)
I love Kelly Keaton and her alter Kelly Gay’s writing! This sounds so perfect for me so I’m excited to read it. THanks for the giveaway!
I’ve been wanting to read more books in this category. This is exciting.
This sounds good. But I have to admit that I am not a fan of a new category. YA worked just fine if people would pay attention to the words Young Adult.
Thank you for the giveaway.
This book sounds really intriguing… I’m going to check it out!
Sounds cool!
Sounds awesome. Thanks.
sounds interesting.
I like the new adult category. Teens are too young and whiny for me, whereas the 18-22 or so YOs (which is what I think of in this category) are more mature, and are usually out on their own and dealing with jobs, apartments, etc. Thanks for the review.
Great review. Looking forward to checking it out.
I don’t believe I’ve read any New Adult books yet, and although I’d seen this book around the web, I didn’t really know much about it. Thanks for the review, I now have a better idea of what Embers in a Dark Frost is about and I’m looking forward to reading it.
What a lovely cover! Sounds like an interesting read. I’ve never read a New Adult Fantasy before either.
Everything about this book screams awesome! Thanks for the giveaway!
What a great title. I have noted this genre crossing genre. Like a bridge to something,… It seems to recognize that older teens do have sex, see it on TV, in movies! Pretending they don’t makes reading less relevant for teens who have taken that step. “Teenrotica?”
EMBERS IN A DARK FROST looks & sounds amazing!!
*squeeee* This sounds so great!
I would love to have this book. Thanks and enjoy your holiday!
I’m really eager to read this one. The more I read about it the better it sounds!!