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Hallows Haven
Captain of the cheerleading team, 16 year old Gwen Valiente has it all--the best of friends, a loving home, and a bright future. Little does she know that the people she loves the most have been keeping secrets--life-altering secrets.
When strange things start to happen to Gwen, she is thrust into a magickal new realm called Hallows Haven. Leaving the ordinary behind, she discovers that she can do things beyond her wildest dreams. As Hallows Haven begins to feel more like home, Gwen wonders how she ever felt satisfied with everyday life in Michigan.
Too late, Gwen realizes that even in this realm full of light and magick, danger lurks. Someone close to her is not what he seems and someone will do anything to draw her out of Hallows Haven and into the darkness. Even worse, some of that darkness may already exist within her, threatening her chance to make Hallows Haven her permanent home.
Have Gwen's loved ones continued to keep dangerous secrets? Can Gwen resist the call of darkness?
When strange things start to happen to Gwen, she is thrust into a magickal new realm called Hallows Haven. Leaving the ordinary behind, she discovers that she can do things beyond her wildest dreams. As Hallows Haven begins to feel more like home, Gwen wonders how she ever felt satisfied with everyday life in Michigan.
Too late, Gwen realizes that even in this realm full of light and magick, danger lurks. Someone close to her is not what he seems and someone will do anything to draw her out of Hallows Haven and into the darkness. Even worse, some of that darkness may already exist within her, threatening her chance to make Hallows Haven her permanent home.
Have Gwen's loved ones continued to keep dangerous secrets? Can Gwen resist the call of darkness?
215 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 10, 2013
326 people want to read
About the author
Melissa Brodsky
7 books203 followersMelissa used to tell everyone she was going to be a writer when she grew up. Well, she is suddenly a grown up and it looks like she was telling the truth.
Melissa just released her beach read vibe book, Until It Was. She has another book coming out early spring. And, she plans on writing forever, so watch the bookshelves as they stack up with her novels.
Melissa just released her beach read vibe book, Until It Was. She has another book coming out early spring. And, she plans on writing forever, so watch the bookshelves as they stack up with her novels.
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July 13, 2013
4.5 Magical Stars
I was given the chance to beta read Melissa's & Nicole's YA Paranormal book and was happy that it turned out to be such a great debut novel.
Both author's perfectly turned a well-known story into something totally new and gave the book the perfect mixture of magic, suspense, twists, and wth-effects; oh yeah there's sweet love story to find as well ;). I was hooked right at the very beginning of the story, due to the suspense they created - loved it. I was curious how Gwen's life will turn out in an unknown world full of magic; especially after forcing to leave her beloved friends and home behind.
Hallows Haven creates a solid base and basic understanding for the following books in Melissa's & Nicole's series; with insides of Gwens family line and what happens after Gwen finds out about the family secrets,which were kept hidden,turning her life even more upside down. Who to trust/blame/believe and who not are constant questions in Gwen's mind.
Gwen realizes during the first weeks living in Hallows Haven that nothing, or better no one is really who they seem to be. That's when her story really begins...
Be aware the book ends with a great wth moment and I wished I could have squeezed an answer out of both author's, finding out how it continues, because I'm hella curious,but I had no luck. So like you, I have to wait to read the second book. And like me, after reading THIS ending, you definitive want to know how it continues.
So yes, I recommend it to everyone !
I was given the chance to beta read Melissa's & Nicole's YA Paranormal book and was happy that it turned out to be such a great debut novel.
Both author's perfectly turned a well-known story into something totally new and gave the book the perfect mixture of magic, suspense, twists, and wth-effects; oh yeah there's sweet love story to find as well ;). I was hooked right at the very beginning of the story, due to the suspense they created - loved it. I was curious how Gwen's life will turn out in an unknown world full of magic; especially after forcing to leave her beloved friends and home behind.
Hallows Haven creates a solid base and basic understanding for the following books in Melissa's & Nicole's series; with insides of Gwens family line and what happens after Gwen finds out about the family secrets,which were kept hidden,turning her life even more upside down. Who to trust/blame/believe and who not are constant questions in Gwen's mind.
Gwen realizes during the first weeks living in Hallows Haven that nothing, or better no one is really who they seem to be. That's when her story really begins...
Be aware the book ends with a great wth moment and I wished I could have squeezed an answer out of both author's, finding out how it continues, because I'm hella curious,but I had no luck. So like you, I have to wait to read the second book. And like me, after reading THIS ending, you definitive want to know how it continues.
So yes, I recommend it to everyone !
July 17, 2013
I was honored to be given the opportunity to recently read/review the book Hallows Haven written by Melissa Brodsky and Nicole Madison. This book has been a refreshing change to the books I have been reading recently. The intertwining of magical and mythical people/creatures is truly amazing. I love how seamlessly it makes sense and fits together in the world of Hallows Haven. We learn about Gwen and her grandmother and their journey from Michigan to the secret underground world of Hallows Haven.
Going through Gwen's life and learning things as she does in the story is such a wonderful way to let the everything unfold. I enjoyed getting to know Gwen and learning her family secrets (as you will see there are many) and as she settles into her new world full of magical powers.
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Going through Gwen's life and learning things as she does in the story is such a wonderful way to let the everything unfold. I enjoyed getting to know Gwen and learning her family secrets (as you will see there are many) and as she settles into her new world full of magical powers.
Read more at http://www.aluckyladybug.com/2013/07/...
July 8, 2013
Seriously loved this book. I love that it was not your typical paranormal story all about vampires or werewolves. No this story is about magick, more importantly a girl who recently discovers she is magick. But she's not just your run of the mill witch, there's more to her and I wont reveal too much so I don't give away the entire story. But I will say I CANNOT wait for the next book in the series. Talk about an amazing, chair gripping cliff hanger!
July 6, 2013
Melissa did an amazing job! have you read beautiful creatures, than you will really like hallows Haven!!! I was one of the lucky people who got to read it before it was done! And now I am reading the final version and I know it will be even better!
June 4, 2013
I beta read this book I loved it! my review was sent to the writer. cant wait to read book 2.
July 19, 2013
4.5 Amazing Stars!!
I received an ARC of Hallows Haven for a honest review. This was a first time reading a book by Melissa Brodsky and Nicole Madison so I had no idea what I was in for.
Wow, let me say what an Amazing book!! It absolutely blew me away. At first it was a little slow for me but by the middle of the book I just wanted to know more and had to keep reading. This book just pulled me in with all of the creativity and imagination that it had.
I applaud these authors who wrote this book. They came up with some very fascinating ideas and really allowed us readers to go into a new world altogether.
This book is about a girl named Gwen who discovers that the life she has been living isn't what she thought. Her grandparents have been withholding secrets from her. Everything takes a huge turn and her life is suddenly no longer the same. She must move away to Hallows Haven and slowly learns secrets about herself, her parents and grandparents.
Nothing is what it seemed in Gwens life and now she must become a completely while discovering that there are great dangers in the world around her that want her. What will happen in Hallows Haven is unpredictable but yet intriguing.
I must say, I hate a cliffhanger but this book has one. It is not one that will leave you mad but more like blown away. You will be in awe and so excited, at least I am. I am looking forward for book two! I would highly recommend this book to friends and just have to say once again, what an Amazing book!! :D
I received an ARC of Hallows Haven for a honest review. This was a first time reading a book by Melissa Brodsky and Nicole Madison so I had no idea what I was in for.
Wow, let me say what an Amazing book!! It absolutely blew me away. At first it was a little slow for me but by the middle of the book I just wanted to know more and had to keep reading. This book just pulled me in with all of the creativity and imagination that it had.
I applaud these authors who wrote this book. They came up with some very fascinating ideas and really allowed us readers to go into a new world altogether.
This book is about a girl named Gwen who discovers that the life she has been living isn't what she thought. Her grandparents have been withholding secrets from her. Everything takes a huge turn and her life is suddenly no longer the same. She must move away to Hallows Haven and slowly learns secrets about herself, her parents and grandparents.
Nothing is what it seemed in Gwens life and now she must become a completely while discovering that there are great dangers in the world around her that want her. What will happen in Hallows Haven is unpredictable but yet intriguing.
I must say, I hate a cliffhanger but this book has one. It is not one that will leave you mad but more like blown away. You will be in awe and so excited, at least I am. I am looking forward for book two! I would highly recommend this book to friends and just have to say once again, what an Amazing book!! :D
August 23, 2013
I was given this book in exchange for a fair and honest review.
The book itself was enjoyable and would probably have gotten a much higher rating from me, except for the fact that it ends abruptly in the middle of an action scene which is one of my biggest pet peeves with series writers. There was no sense of completion or resolution of a subplot at all. I really hate when series writers do that.
I will not read book two.
The book itself was enjoyable and would probably have gotten a much higher rating from me, except for the fact that it ends abruptly in the middle of an action scene which is one of my biggest pet peeves with series writers. There was no sense of completion or resolution of a subplot at all. I really hate when series writers do that.
I will not read book two.
November 10, 2013
Hard to rate a book that I won and never received. Give one star just because they published a book. Will change review if I ever receive the book. I was looking forward to reading this book. Oh well.
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October 24, 2013After several emails I am still waiting for my copy of this book. This is since the 5th of July 2013, not happy
September 12, 2013
3.5/5 stars.
Check back later today (9/12/13) for a review and giveaway (2 e-books) on my blog: http://booksithinkyoushouldread.blogs....
Check back later today (9/12/13) for a review and giveaway (2 e-books) on my blog: http://booksithinkyoushouldread.blogs....
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