She embarks on a journey to a secret island to learn how to control her powers, and she’s thrown into a different world, one where she just might be able to fit in. What Elena learns about her heritage forces her to face her past – and the demons it created – head on.
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Excerpt
Elena was getting upset as she defended her family’s honor. She wasn’t thinking about where that might lead. She wasn’t thinking at all.
“Why, Elena, I didn’t mean to upset you. I just meant that-“
“I know exactly what you meant, Barbara Thomas! You think your family is better than anyone else in this town. You always have. Just because your dad happens to be the former mayor’s son doesn’t mean you own this town and everyone in it! I’m so sick of your mock sentiment when all you really feel is that you’re better than everyone. You’re no better than the rest of us!”
As she yelled, things around her felt funny, and she realized she heard screaming. She looked around, and was startled to see everyone staring at her, horrified. She took a deep breath, and realized what had happened. She let her emotions get away from her, and her powers erupted.
The only words she could think of to describe the scene around her were total chaos. Every locker had burst open, and the entire contents – books, folders, papers, pictures, mirrors, backpacks – had come flying out. The posters on the walls were scattered everywhere. Most of the students and teachers were picking themselves up off the floor. Elena knew her powers had gotten totally out of hand, and she made everything around her fly out of control, literally.
She heard footsteps walking toward her, the only sound in the hall. She looked up and saw her counselor, Mrs. Adams, walking toward her. She gently took Elena by the shoulder and guided her to her office. She looked back and saw Barb and the other Bimbettes staring at her, as well as everyone else in the hall.
About the Author:
Andrea Buginsky is a freelance writer and author. “The Chosen,” a middle-grade fantasy novelette was her first book, and was followed by “My Open Heart,” an autobiography about growing up with heart disease. “Nature’s Unbalance” is the second story in THE CHOSEN series. Andrea is currently working NEW AVALON, a YA fantasy series. Book 1, "Destiny," is available on Amazon
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24th October
Kyra @ The Shadow Portal - Interview
Leslie @ That Chick that Reads - Review
Michael @ Michael Scifan - Interview
Sam @ Rockin' & Reviewing - Interview
25th October
Jenn @ BooksBooksBooks - Review
26th October
Jessica @ The Evening eBook Read - Review
Nikita @ NjKinny's World of Books - Review
28th October
Rae @ Drunk on Pop - Review
29th October
Jacquel @ She Reviews Everything - Review
Mindy @ Books, Books & More Books - Review
Tegan @ T & a Book - Review
Giveaway
1 Digital copy of The Chosen by Andrea Buginsky to the best reviewer of this tour
1 Digital Copy of Destiny
Title: Destiny
Author: Andrea Buginsky
Type: Young Adult
Genre: Fantasy
Tea: Traditional black tea, similar to what you've had before, but didn't quite stand out.
Rating: 1 out of 5.
I was given Destiny by Andrea Buginsky to read in advance in trade for an honest review through Book Tours. I was very excited to participate in the tour and could not wait to start this book. The premise intrigued me and I was excited to read a Young Adult novel that was different than all the others out there. Sadly, this one wasn't for me.
I felt like everything moved on a little too smoothly and quickly for me. Elena was not that surprised about her heritage, didn't really question much and just agreed with everything too quickly. I didn't feel like there was good character building, instead I just got a list of what they happened to do that day.
Much of the rest of the novel continued that way for me. I was hoping once Elena left her home it might change, but unfortunately, it did not. It was an easy read, but I had a difficult time getting through it, as it did not keep my attention. I think Ms. Buginsky has a great idea and I know it's one that others have loved, but was not for me.
Thank you for the chance to read this early for an honest review.
Thank you for your honest review, Tegan. You've given me a lot to think about as I continue to work on the series.
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