The Between World

by Stephanie Ingram

Nina Strident was content to continue a successful position in insurance sales until a near fatal car accident changed everything. Although she finds love with her handsome rescuer, their romance comes with a price and there are dire consequences for upsetting the delicate balance between his world and hers. As Nina recovers, she slowly unravels the mystery of her family’s past and discovers that not everything is as it seems in this world or the next. The alluring stranger from her dreams is real and he’s returned to take the life that he fought so hard to save. Will Nina accept the secrets her family keeps or will the conspiracy between worlds threaten to destroy them all?

350 pages, Paperback

First published August 28, 2011

About the author

Stephanie writes novels and short stories. When she isn't writing, you will find her curled up reading a good book, practicing yoga, or taking a walk. She lives in Pennsylvania and finds inspiration from the beautiful woods around her, a glass of wine, a chocolate indulgence, and spending quality time with family.

Reviews

[Mae Clair · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book, especially the two main characters. Nina Strident is almost killed in a car accident, saved by the otherworldly Yalen, who goes against the rules of his world and fate to rescue her. Stephanie Ingram had me hooked on Yalen at the start. He's mysterious, heroic and honorable. It took me a bit longer to warm up to Nina (especially when she allows her father to try to push her into a romance with a childhood friend) but I suspect that was intended. I got to see Nina grow as an individual. She did the right thing, made the right choices (sometimes with consequences)and developed as a strong character through each obstacle placed in her path - - and this is not a girl with simple hurdles to overcome!

Initially, I thought I was going to be reading a book about a star-crossed love affair, but there is much more than romantic-longing to The Between World. It's a multi-layered tale, ripe with mystery, including several twists and turns that caught me by surprise. The plot elements take off by the middle of the book and build upon each other with break-neck speed. I remember being frustrated when I had to call it a night and stop reading because I wanted to see what happened next!

I loved the author's prose, particularly when describing the feelings Nina and Yalen have for each other, all beautifully told. I certainly hope there is a planned sequel for this novel because I am eager for the story of Yalen and Nina to continue.

[Megan Trennett · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not normally into the whole paranormal thing, the last books even remotely close to this one being some old school Christopher Pike, but this was a pretty damn good book. I was captivated the whole time, frustrated for answers much like Nina was, wanting to know the answers and very tempted to fall into the old bad habit of reading the last line of the book so I'll know what I'm getting myself into. I'm glad I didn't, because as much as the "not knowing" was driving me insane, the journey was worth the ending.

[Caroline Rolley · Rating 2 out of 5]

After finishing this book, I'm still not sure what the heck was going on! I'm also not sure if it ended or not. If this is a stand alone book, it's a 2 star because it didn't explain ANYTHING that was happening and seemed to make characters appear and disappear without explaination. If it's the beginning of a series or even the first of two books, it's a 4 star because it has me asking "what the heck!? It's not the end, is it!?". I read and re-read and I'm still not sure what I read. I never got attached to the characters, I felt like I was given a "nearly done" novel... all the author has to do go back and elaborate.

[Megan Trefry · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not normally into the whole paranormal thing, the last books even remotely close to this one being some old school Christopher Pike, but this was a pretty damn good book. I was captivated the whole time, frustrated for answers much like Nina was, wanting to know the answers and very tempted to fall into the old bad habit of reading the last line of the book so I'll know what I'm getting myself into. I'm glad I didn't, because as much as the "not knowing" was driving me insane, the journey was worth the ending.

[Pamela · Rating 1 out of 5]

I don't know what the hell I just read. After getting halfway thru, I started skimming thru it very quickly. Maybe these kind of fantasy books are not for me. My only wish now - get back my time I wasted on it.

[Don · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ms Ingram has the great ability to let you uncover the story with her characters. That sounds like an obvious statement, but I have read books recently that are bilingual. First the author tells you everything and ensures the character follows a map to reach that end.

[Alison]

kindle 352 horror ??