Wednesday, April 26, 2023

Path of Totality - 5-Star Review

I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the PATH OF TOTALITY by Heather Kreke Blog Tour hosted by Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!

 

About The Book:

Title: PATH OF TOTALITY

Author: Heather Kreke

Pub. Date: October 24, 2022

Publisher: Cranberry Creek Press

Formats:  Paperback, eBook, audiobook

Pages: 344

Find it: Goodreadshttps://books2read.com/PATH-OF-TOTALITY

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2023 Selah Award Finalist in YA Fiction
2023 Selah Award Finalist in First Novel

World War III has erupted on American soil. Seventeen-year-old Jadzia’s life will never be the same again.

As a mandatory draft takes effect, Jadzia finds herself on the front lines of the war, torn apart from her family. But when her best friend is killed, Jadzia is desperate to find her way back to them. She abandons her platoon and sets out on her own.

Jadzia must navigate a dangerous cross-country journey, facing betrayal, violence, and the constant threat of death. Along the way, she meets Ryker–the son of a faith leader whose places of worship have been attacked. Despite the chaos, Jadzia finds refuge and friendship among Ryker’s unlikely group of individuals … even though their faith is a little old-fashioned. And Ryker's insistence on helping her doesn't make it easier for Jadzia to resist her growing feelings toward him.

But the military is determined to capture Jadzia and all outlaws. When survival seems impossible, will sacrifice be their only route to freedom?

This action-packed YA dystopian novel is perfect for fans of The Out of Time Series and The Gifting Series.

 

REVIEW

I've been looking for a good dystopian to sink into, and boy, did this fit the bill! Heather Kreke effortlessly weaves an immersive story of what could happen if a religious war broke out in the US in the future. And when I tell you that it was immersive, buddy I literally lost track of time reading this and COULD NOT put it down! I may have even been a few minutes late to a meeting because I was finishing the last few pages. Sorry, not sorry!

The characters had great development and you really want to know what is going to happen to them next. I really hope that there is a sequel because I'm dying to know what happens next! Even though the end gave some closure, there is a little bit of a cliff hanger that leaves plenty of room to continue the story. 

What surprised me about the story were the subtle Christian notes that were woven in. They were done with a deft hand and very purposely added so they helped move the story along. I would not call this a "Christian" fiction book because that is not the main focus of the story, but I really appreciate those touches. All in all, this is a great young adult book that is enjoyable for adults as well. This is one of my new favorites for sure!

 

About Heather Kreke:

Heather Kreke is passionate about showing teens and young adults they can find hope in God’s plan for their lives—even through the darkest times. She is the Blog Manager for Blue Ridge Mountains Christian Writers Conference, and a Coordinator for the Blue Ridge Readers Connection. In her spare time, she teaches writing classes, shoots archery, and camps with her family. Married since 2004, Heather has three daughters. She loves connecting with readers on her website heatherkreke.com, Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

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Giveaway Details:

1 winner will receive a signed finished copy of PATH OF TOTALITY, three pieces of character art, a bookmark, a branded candle, and a book necklace., US Only.

Ends May 2nd, midnight EST.

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Tour Schedule:

Week One:

4/17/2023

Writer of Wrongs

Excerpt

4/17/2023

Two Chicks on Books

Excerpt/IG Post

4/18/2023

The Momma Spot

Guest Post

4/18/2023

Reads by Radus

Excerpt/IG Post

4/19/2023

#BRVL Book Review Virginia Lee Blog

Excerpt/IG Post

4/19/2023

latenightbookreader

IG Review

4/20/2023

Rajiv's Reviews

Review/IG Post

4/20/2023

@jael_and_jenessa_reads

Review/IG Post

4/21/2023

Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's

Guest Post/IG Post

4/21/2023

Author Z. Knight’s Guild

Review/IG Post

Week Two:

4/24/2023

Cara North

Review/IG Post

4/24/2023

A Blue Box Full of Books

IG Review/LFL Book Drop Pic

4/25/2023

Brandi Danielle Davis

Review/IG Post

4/25/2023

@evergirl200

Review/IG Post

4/26/2023

OneMoreExclamation

Review/IG Post

4/26/2023

Living in a Fictional Reality

Review/IG Post

4/27/2023

@jypsylynn

Review/IG Post

4/27/2023

Country Mamas With Kids

Review/IG Post

4/28/2023

Confessions of the Perfect Mom

Review/IG Post

4/28/2023

Breysreviews

Review/IG Post


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