Indie Novels that have Rocked my Week

While Scorched Skies (Fire Spirits #2) is with the editor I've found myself in a predicament. You see I don't generally like to work on two full-length projects at once so if I can't work on Scorched Skies I putter about restlessly chewing on ideas for other books but not really doing anything about it because I don't want to get lost in another world while I'm technically still in Ari, Jai and Charlie's. So... I decided to get caught up on my reading. My reading pile has gotten out of control recently because I haven't been able to get through it. It's been amazing to be able to pick up book after book these last few days and I decided to start with a few indies. Technically I was in the middle of one and I got to finish it at last and then blasted my way through two more.

Here's three indie novels that I've thoroughly enjoyed over the last few days...

 Angelfall (Penryn and the End of Days Book One)

by Susan Ee

Kindle - £0.77

Book Description

It's been six weeks since angels of the apocalypse descended to demolish the modern world. Street gangs rule the day while fear and superstition rule the night. When warrior angels fly away with a helpless little girl, her seventeen-year-old sister Penryn will do anything to get her back.

Anything, including making a deal with an enemy angel.

Raffe is a warrior who lies broken and wingless on the street. After eons of fighting his own battles, he finds himself being rescued from a desperate situation by a half-starved teenage girl.

Traveling through a dark and twisted Northern California, they have only each other to rely on for survival. Together, they journey toward the angels' stronghold in San Francisco where she'll risk everything to rescue her sister and he'll put himself at the mercy of his greatest enemies for the chance to be made whole again.

My Thoughts

I loved this book so much I've actually ordered the paperback edition from the US. This is only £0.77 in the UK in kindle and $0.99 in the US. This is a whole lot of fantabulous novel for this price and genuinely gives traditionally published dystopian/post-apocalyptic novels a run for their money.

Macabre, raw, thrilling and suspenseful, Angelfall by Susan Ee is a truly exceptional and unique read. A dystopian supernatural novel and the first part in a new series, Angelfall starts with a bang and ends with a hook. I was pulled in from the very start with Angelfall by not only the intriguing and action-packed opening sequences, but by Penryn - the narrator and heroine - and her no-nonsense attitude. A compelling mixture of hardass ruthlessness and loyal compassion, Penryn is definitely up there with some of my favourite kickass YA heroines. Together, Raffe and Penryn are a hypnotic team, driving us through a dark, violent and mysterious new landscape with pure depth and brilliant characterization. For all those who like romance with their YA Ee does hint at it with a passionate subtlety that makes me eager for more. I simply cannot wait for book two. There is nothing else like Angelfall on my bookshelf!
Explosive stuff.

One Black Rose (One Black Rose #1) 

by Maddy Edwards

Kindle  £0.77

Book Description

 Sixteen-year-old Autumn goes to stay with her friend Carley in Castleton, Maine, for the summer. All she’s expecting is a normal couple of months hanging out at the beach with friends. Nothing out of the ordinary was supposed to happen.

But as soon as she arrives she meets Holt Roth. Holt is unlike anyone she’s ever met before – and her reaction to him is even more unexpected.

Then she meets his friend, Samuel Cheshire. If her reaction to Holt was strong, her reaction to Samuel is shocking. The only problem is that he seems to hate her for no reason at all.

Not being able to choose between two guys is only the beginning of Autumn’s problems, because both Samuel and Holt are Fairy Princes, and Autumn is caught between her own desires and the Fairy Courts, who might cause her immeasurable pain if she makes the wrong choice.

My Thoughts

Like stepping into a modern, urban fairy tale, One Black Rose, is charming, enchanting and utterly romantic. With vivid depictions of Maine and the two families of the Winter and Summer Courts, I was instantly pulled into Maddy Edwards lush story. Easy, smooth, addictive prose, entertaining and authentic dialogue and a plot that transports the classic fairytale into modern teen fiction, I happily spent the day within the world of One Black Rose. As well as the awesome action-packed and glittering final chapters, my favourite element of the story was the aptly named heroine Autumn. Fiesty, stubborn, brave and fiercely independent it was excellent and refreshing to come across a YA heroine who continues to remain strong despite her supernatural bond to the two male protagonists. Speaking of which… I find myself in the unusual position of being completely on the fence: Holt or Samuel?! I don’t know! They’re both yummy. Mmm.

Great Read! Highly Recommended!
Already downloaded the next installment!

 Gravity (The Eclipse Series Book 1 of 2)

By M. Leighton

Kindle £1.96

Book Description

Love is irresistible. Gravity is undeniable.

Holy men have foretold their birth for thousands of years. Supernatural creatures have awaited it for thousands more. Now, in the presence of an eclipse, three souls mature for a single purpose—to fight. They must fight for their lives, for their freedom and for the liberation of everyone possessed of a second nature.

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Peyton Giles’s world is turned upside down when she learns that everyone in her life and in her school is much more than they appear, she most of all. Peyton is the one person in all of time and history powerful enough to bring peace to the darkness and to the light. Not knowing that her powers could kill her, however, Peyton nearly loses her life only to have her brother’s best friend save it. Drawn to him in ways she can’t explain, Trace is the one person that she literally can’t live without. Her soul is tethered to her world through her connection to him. Without it, she will die.

For the most part, Trace Kramer has always steered clear of his best friend’s sister. Until now. He never would’ve expected that Peyton would hold his life and his future in her hands the way she’s always held his heart. But she does.

Peyton and Trace soon learn that love and fate aren’t easier than duty and destiny, at least not when you’re being hunted. Together, they are more powerful than any other creature on the planet—and more valuable—but apart, neither can survive to fight for freedom, for the only life they’ve ever known and for the lives of everyone they’ve ever met.

Their need for one another is undeniable. Their love for one another is irresistible. But can it endure all that they must suffer? 

My Thoughts

Fast-paced, intriguing, romantic and epically supernatural Gravity is the thrilling first part in M. Leighton’s brand new duology. Narrated by the funny, warm and incredibly likeable Peyton, Gravity grips the reader, propelling us forward through a mystery that continues to intrigue until the very last page.
I loved the sun and moon mythology and how creepy and insular the small town became as the truth of its purpose was brought to light. And of course my favourite element of the story was the characters - in particular Peyton and Trace. Leighton created chemistry between the two characters from literally the first page which is an incredibly difficult thing to do - it was fantastic to read! The two of them fairly sizzled throughout the entire novel.

With Peyton on the cusp of an epic battle with some truly wickedly cool powers I cannot wait to read book two!

Brilliant stuff!

Sam x