The Restitching of Camille DuLaine

The Rivenlea Sphere #2

by Lindsay A. Franklin

A splintered world, a heart gone cold. Hope reborn in threads of gold.

After accidentally bridging the storyworlds together, Emlyn DuLaine faces an impossible task: sever the connections without destroying the stories themselves. If she fails, the characters will be trapped in twisted versions of their tales, forced to relive their worst moments forever.

But undoing the bridges is only the beginning. To truly fix what’s unraveling, Emlyn must uncover the secret flaw buried deep in Rivenlea's foundation, something that's been wrong since the very start.

And the danger has never been closer to home. The clock is ticking for the injured wyvern who needs Rivenlite air to survive and the story boy Emlyn swore she’d never fall for. Emlyn and her team must rescue Frank and Laramie from chaotic, shifting story spheres before they’re gone for good.

But Frank and Laramie aren’t the only ones lost to the spheres. Camille DuLaine is a prisoner, held as bait by someone who knows exactly how to lure her sister in. After seven years of sleep, Camille wakes to find herself trapped in a storybook and sure of only one thing: Emlyn must stay far, far away.

Racing to solve one mind-bending puzzle after the next, Emlyn uncovers a plan seventeen years in the making. She stands at the center of a fractured universe—and she might be too late to save it.

Genres: Fantasy, Christian, Young Adult, Romance, Christian Fiction, Adventure, Books About Books

416 pages, Hardcover

Published February 10, 2026

About the author

Lindsay A. Franklin is the Carol Award–winning author of The Story Peddler and ECPA best-selling author of Adored. By day, she wrangles chaos as Managing Editor of Enclave Publishing. By night, she spins whimsical tales fueled by hot drinks, rainy days, and the thunderous purrs of her spoiled cats. Lindsay lives with her family among the misty evergreens of the Pacific Northwest. She is currently on a quest to discover the sparkliest nail polish on the planet. You can find Lindsay on Instagram @LinzyAFranklin.

Reviews

[Amelie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Is it trite to say everything happens for a reason? I don’t care, because in this case, I believe it.

Oh. My. Heart.

What a stunningly enchanting, pulse-pounding, heart-tugging, soul-filling adventure.

(Side note: whenever I talk about this book, I need to talk about that cover. Because it is gorgeous. And oh, man, y'all are not ready to see the chapter heading art in this book. Every bit of it is beautiful, and each variation is packed with story details and Easter eggs that depend on the characters’ given location.)

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is brimming with the same whimsy and poignancy of the first book, but dialed up a whole lot of notches. I’ve been trying to corral all my thoughts and notes and mold them into coherent words, but it’s so hard to summarize all the amazing things that are this book. But onward to try my best!

For the sake of spoiler avoidance, I won’t talk about everything I wish I could. But suffice it to say that the number of times my jaw dropped and I keyboard-slammed “THAT IS SO CLEVER” into my Kindle notebook should give you an inkling about how much of a fun time Camille is. (Seriously. How is it so clever.) It was a sheer delight to discover all the twists, spins, surprises, and reinventions for so many classic stories. (Plus the character names are just amazing. Particularly for the second sphere.) With the story-hopping, too, comes a blend of different genres and story styles that somehow perfectly suits the overarching story of Emlyn and Camille. Catching my breath after leaping through these topsy-turvy spheres, I wanted to revisit all these long-beloved classics and legends, refamiliarizing myself with their lore and reacquainting myself with everything that makes them so enduring. The worldbuilding of Rivenlea and every story sphere is whimsical and captivating, full of richness and depth and hinting at a wealth of the same that begs to be explored. (Anyone else down for more Rivenlea stories?) It’s a treat to sink into the Rivenlea Sphere and stay there for a binge-read.

Speaking of binge-reading, the action and tension ratchet up a ton in Camille, keeping me glued to the page. High stakes, urgency, and foreshadowing power the story from page 1, setting up every revelation before paying it off beautifully toward the end. I was kept guessing the whole time, bewildered but utterly enthralled. Villain motivations also burst into full clarity in Camille, revealing their understandable fuel yet horrible implications. While reading, I thought so many times,“How in the WORLD (or spheres?) will everything resolve?” It’s a great feeling (even if my heart rate might never recover).

Just like in Emlyn, the characters are the life of this sphere-hopping, relationship-deepening, racing-against-time story. Every character is distinct and spirited, and the variety of dialogue and character interactions is dynamic and believable, just like all the characters. (We also get more POVs in Camille, which is so fun!)

Emmy, who ranks among my most beloved female protagonists, exudes relatability. The number of times I thought “So real” about her observations was many. With her strong, alive voice, she feels like a friend, and her sorrows, awkwardness, happiness, hope, and resolve are tangible.

(Also, I’ll admit that it took me a while to get behind the main romance of the series. But in this book, it’s just adorably hilarious. The definition of adorkable. Plus, I appreciate the lack of inordinate touchy-feeliness.)

(This book, like the first, is also about sisterhood. And as a big sister myself, I felt that theme deeply. The knowledge and feeling of that bond you share with your sister like you do with no one else.)

The thread of humor throughout the series winds through Camille just as strongly. I laughed out loud often. (Like on page 301. Bahahaha.) The snark, wordplay, wit, and every other bit of humor in this book are fantastic. On the topic of wordplay, I also love how Lindsay continues plays on words, shaping them into mini motifs in a paragraph or tying paragraphs together with them. It’s an aspect of wordsmithery that excites and delights me to see.

And once again, this book, like Emlyn, pens a letter of gratitude and awe for the beauty of stories. The purpose and providence, deeply true and never a cliché, behind them all. Their way of taking our hands and revealing truth to us amid chaos. That truth blessed me throughout this whole book. Chaos knots and fogs, but the Story, and most specifically the Author, is never thwarted. (In Camille, we get a few more concrete faith elements, woven in as naturally as breathing when the characters breathe out prayers, and I loved that. So much.)

Storytelling is a gift, for the teller and for the reader, and the love for both writing and reading radiates truth and light through the pages of The Restitching of Camille DuLaine.

Suffice it to say…it’s been a while since a book gave me all the feels like this one. I binged it in a day and a half. It was amazing. It’ll make you gasp. Hope. Shiver. Fall in love with stories and truth afresh. It made my story- and words- and truth- and Christ-loving heart sing. (I also had just a fun time, and it’s always a blessing to delight in soul-filling fun.)

I most certainly will not spoil the ending for you. But believe me when I tell you that it is brilliant and bittersweet and satisfying and full of heart. The best kind.

I am so happy and filled after reading The Restitching of Camille DuLaine. I’m not going to stop recommending it or thinking about it anytime soon.

heads-up for some moderate violence and a very brief, sweet kiss

🔮 I’m a part of the author’s street team, and I’m overjoyed and grateful to have received an eARC of this novel from the author and publisher. I was asked to leave an honest review after reading. So all thoughts, opinions, and happiness herein are 100% my own. 🔮

[Megan · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine by Lindsay A. Franklin is the epic conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere duology! While I loved the first book in the series, this one blew me away! These are the kind of books you need to read to fully understand the awesome and intricate plot and world. The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a book for book lovers with so many references and visits to beloved stories (The Little Mermaid, The Secret Garden, Harry Potter, The Wizard of Oz, and Anne of Green Gables to name a few). I love how from the first page the reader is thrown back into the story with lots of action and a fast-paced plot that is hard to put down. While the first book was mostly told from one point of view, I loved getting many more perspectives in this story. I love all the characters who become like family. I especially love Emlyn, her sarcasm with her ADHD representation, and Frank the wyvern. In an interview, Ms. Franklin described the story as being about sisterhood, magical libraries, the power of fiction, and the search for belonging, and I could not agree more. The book has short chapters and engaging storylines with a cute romance. There was a huge jaw-dropping moment halfway through that I did not see coming! Our characters learn that when we grow, it can be hard to let go of our old identities. We need to remember what is true about us now. I do not want to say too much more to spoil anything. This was such a wonderful fantasy book and series, and it is bittersweet thinking there will not be any new books in this world. So, if you can’t already tell, I highly recommend it!

Content: I give this book a low PG-13 rating. Some examples of the content: violence and blood/gore; mention of alcohol; implied discussion of consummating a marriage.
TW: anxiety; past death from childbirth; infant death and infant abduction.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

[Camille Mosemann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my goodness the feels I felt while reading this story are so incredibly hard to describe. Camille takes all the whimsy, humor, romance, and sarcasm that I adored in Emlyn and somehow made it even more brilliant!!!! This is the easiest SIX STARS I have ever given a book. It was perfection!!!!!

I was so blessed to receive a physical ARC copy (MY FIRST ONE EVER 😆😆😆😆) and let’s just say I hugged this book so. many. times.

I adore everything about this book from Laramie’s POV *squeals* to the insight on Haedon’s character to meeting Camille for the very first time!! I was captivated and forced myself not to devour it in one day because I wanted to live in this story world as long as I could!

Lindsay Franklin had crafted a literal love letter to every bookish soul! That ending was the most beautiful thing I’ve ever read and I had tears in my eyes so many times! I’m sad that this story is over but I’m sure it won’t be long before I’m back in Rivenlea once again! This will be one of my most beloved stories for many years to come!!!!

[(Katie) Paperbacks · Rating 4 out of 5]

the conclusion to a wonderful fantasy duology that had me hooked and made my childhood fantasies come true!

I've always wanted to write a world within world's story, and knowing that there are other stories out there to enjoy made my heart happy. who doesn't want to read a book involving our favorite book characters and worlds? to hop from one book to another? loved all of the mix of settings and characters the author used and how they were incorporated into the story.

I especially loved the way the story wrapped up. I won't spoil anything for you but I didn't see that coming! although I half guessed.

*thank you to JustReadTours and the publisher for a complimentary copy of this book to read. All thoughts are always my own.

[Jess (Jessie’s World of Books) · Rating 5 out of 5]

“Oh, hey. Remember me? The girl who broke it all. I guess it’s time to fix it.”

I read this whole book in one day.

Yes, it was entirely necessary and worth it. Honestly, five stars isn’t nearly enough to depict how good The Restitching of Camille DuLaine was, so I’ll try with this review.

Let’s start with Emlyn. Loveable, hilarious, messy, fiercely-loyal Emlyn. She has officially become one of my most favourite fictional characters EVER (like Anne Shirley level of favourite).

“She’s a cactus, but she’s my cactus.”

Lindsay did such a fantastic job of writing a complex heroine who is a great balance between being quirky, flawed, and genuine. I loved Emlyn’s growth throughout the duology, as well as her steadfast and sacrificial love for her sister, Camille. Did I mention that she’s also hilarious?

“I consider it a virtue that I don’t take him by the vest and turn him into stew.”

“I would be grateful for my best friend’s existence, no matter how she got there, and I would only judge her based on her actions and the heart behind them, not the things that had been done to her. Why is it so hard to give myself the same grace?”

I’d like to take a moment to mention Novem XVII, the found family of this story. As you may know, found family is my favourite “trope”, but not all found families are equal. This one, however, is superior. If you love the kind of found family where not everyone likes each other at first but eventually grow together, you’ll love this one!

“If there’s one thing I’ve learned on this wild, wacky adventure, it’s that relying on your friends and allies isn’t a weakness. In fact, it’s good.”

A perspective I really enjoyed reading was Laramie’s. He and Frank were really quite the adorable duo.
I could go on and on about things I loved about this story, especially the cameos of some of my favourite stories, but I really don’t want to risk spoiling anything. The plot itself was very gripping (hence the “reading it in one day” escapade), and I had absolutely no idea how it would end.

Overall, I’m genuinely mind blown by how creative Lindsay A. Franklin is. The plot, the characters, the world-building—literally everything about this duology is so imaginative. After the brilliance of The Weaver trilogy and now The Rivenlea Sphere duology, I’m now quite certain she’s a genius!

Now let me tell you about the part I didn’t like about this book: I had to turn the last page and say goodbye to these characters and their world. It was so tragic. I still haven’t recovered. Let me assure you that I will be rereading this duology as soon as possible.

In conclusion: I recommend you do yourself a favour and grab a copy of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine and read it so that you can read The Restitching of Camille DuLaine as soon as it comes out in February, 2026. You won’t regret it!

My reviews for The Rivenlea Sphere duology:
The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine
The Restitching of Camille DuLaine

***I received a complimentary ARC of this book for being on the author’s street team. I was not required to leave a positive review, and all thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Celeste · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received an advance digital copy of this novel from the publisher, Enclave. All thoughts and opinions are entirely my own.

The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine was one of my favorite reads of 2024, so to say that my expectations for its sequel, The Restitching of Camille DuLaine, were high would be an understatement. I can happily report that every one of those expectations and hopes were met. The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a brilliant sequel, building on the beautiful foundation laid for it by its predecessor. If you’re a lover of story, specifically the stories that have shaped and continue to shape our culture and our world, the charming portal fantasy that is the Rivenlea Sphere duology was crafted with you in mind. This is a love letter to so many of the books that I loved as a child, and to those I have come to love as an adult, while still being its own wonderful, unique story.

This sequel begins with our first introduction to Camille, followed by picking up where book 1 left off: with Laramie and Frank in The Secret Garden gone mad. From there, the pair jumps from sphere to sphere, trying desperately to find their way home, while the rest of their Novem try just as desperately to find their lost comrades. Each of the beloved story spheres they visit has been terribly twisted in some way as all of the spheres have begun to break down. Nature has gone wild and feral in The Secret Garden. Robin Hood has crowned himself king in Sherwood, and his Merry Men have turned mercenary. The Knights of the Round Table seek to defend Camelot from jabberjocks, invaders from Wonderland, while King Arthur is nowhere to be found. Speaking of Wonderland, it has become its antithesis. Here, the whimsy has been sucked dry, making it into a world that looked too much like a drab version of our own: all concrete and motors and glass. Interspersed throughout are visits to the story of “The Little Mermaid,” which serves as a linchpin for the entire duology. This is not the Disney version, but the darker, original tale, the one that doesn’t end with a happily ever after.

We venture back into the dystopian version of Oz we first visited in The Unraveling in Emlyn DuLaine. There are also very light references to a host of other literary works, like Jane Eyre and Harry Potter, “Cinderella” and Anne of Green Gables, Charlotte's Web and Animal Farm, The Great Gatsby and Moby Dick, “Rumpelstiltskin” and Pinocchio, A Little Princess and Winnie the Pooh and the works of Jane Austen. Even Dracula and Greek mythology, the Book of Jonah and A Christmas Carol are among the mentioned.

The rapid jump from sphere to sphere could have become confusing. However, Franklin gave us a clever way to keep up with all of the story-hopping. The chapter header image changes to reflect each story visited, which is a wonderfully thoughtful touch. The ways each of the story spheres presents itself, even in its brokenness, delighted me. I also really love the snarky, tongue-in-cheek voice to Franklin’s writing, even in the midst of incredibly stressful situations. This sequel was faster-paced than its predecessor, and that decision served the story well.

Aside from the visits to some of my favorite places in literature, Franklin also did a lovely job with the crafting of Rivenlea, this realm that contains our stories. I don’t want to get into the specifics of her worldbuilding, as some of those are spoilers, but suffice it to say that I was charmed. The character development, while secondary to the plot, was still great, especially on the part of one perspective character who shall remain nameless for the same reasons that I didn’t get into details regarding the worldbuilding. Honestly, I just enjoyed everything about this book as well as the one that came before it.

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine lived up to every expectation I had for it. The Rivenlea Sphere is everything I’ve ever wanted from a portal fantasy, while also being one of the greatest love letters to story I’ve had the pleasure of encountering. If you're a lover of classic children's stories, you really need to experience this duology.

[Stephanie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lindsay A. Franklin has done it again! This is officially my new favorite series.

My rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ (a full 5/5 stars!)

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a fast-paced sequel. The stakes are higher lending to more tension. The dangers, for the characters, are real. Tempering all of this are plenty of humorous interludes and sincere moments of sweet emotion with the entire story satisfyingly resolving in some unexpected ways. Basically, this was a fantastic conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere duology!

As much as I loved book one being all Emlyn’s Point Of View (except for the epilogue), having four different perspectives in book two is really necessary so the story pieces can fit together cohesively. I loved that we still have Emlyn’s POV, but now also get to see the perspectives of Laramie, Camille, and Hadeon too. This really adds a lot of depth to the story and to the characters too.

Other things I love about this duology:
The first line in both books.
Found family.
Relatable characters.
Emlyn’s writer-brain recognizing the YA tropes.
Frank the wyvern. She’s still my fave.
Chapter 65 of book two.
Tons of amazing quotes and scenes I never want to forget. (I have sticky tabs EVERYWHERE.)
Christian themes and characters occasionally thinking short prayers.
The Rivenlea ocean.
Flashback scenes in book two adding context and character motives.
That ending… *chef’s kiss*

Since I am trying really hard to avoid spoilers, I hope that’s enough to convince you to pick up a copy of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine and be ready to read The Unstitching of Camille DuLaine in February 2026 when it releases!

P.S. The audiobook narrator is amazing! If you like listening to your books, check out the audio version of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine.

This series is best for teens and YA fantasy readers—most readers age 13 or older should be able to enjoy these books. Besides the fictional danger, which can feel intense at times, I found nothing of concern.

I was blessed to win a paperback ARC of The Restitching of Camille DuLaine from the author. All opinions expressed in this review are my honest thoughts about this book.

[A.M. Reynwood · Rating 5 out of 5]

If one thinks that book 1 of this duology is a wild ride through chaotic storyworlds, prepare thyself for the amp to be turned to 105, because this adventure is a doozy! We pick up just about where we left off, with disaster barely averted (for now) and chaos crashing over stories, hearts, and minds as more and deeper mysteries appear and unravel. This is a riveting expedition through even more beloved stories than we got to see in the first book, from (dystopian) Oz to (corporate) Wonderland to (paint swirling) Hundred Acre Wood, cameos from Jane Austin, and upended tales from the Brothers Grimm. It's hilarious, dire, a little mind-bending, and wholly exhilarating.

I felt sucked into this story like Emlyn and her Novem sucked into the story spheres, and lost all sense of time and place while reading, fully engaged not only with this incredibly imaginative world and adventure rife with jabberwockies, magical portals between worlds, and broken things aching to be made right, but with the characters who battle the odds and challenge flawed systems to find, fight for, and protect one another. It's a story of belonging, the destructive power of lies and the redemption found in truth. Of love and, dare I say, happy endings.

All in all, this is a smashing conclusion to one of the most unique tales of unbridled imagination I've read in a long time. A true delight.

[Kelly Bridgewater · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Restitching of Camile DuLaine by Lindsay A. Franklin is a delightful, unique story about the written word. I love the references to familiar stories. I love the concept of jumping in and out of these spheres to try to save the character. This second story explains more of the background that explains the fracturing of the written worlds. I love seeing the returning characters from the first book. Plenty of action and quest for the truth and how to make it right. I love the story world that Franklin makes and how to keep the story moving along at very nice pace. I read the book in two days while the snowing was piling up outside. Overall, The Restitching of Camile DuLaine is a good combination of the written word and fantasy that I enjoyed. I will be owning a physical copy of this novel someday. I highly recommend this story.

I received a complimentary copy of The Restitching of Camile DuLaine by Lindsay A. Franklin from Enclave Publishing through Celebrate Lit. Tours, but the opinions stated are all my own.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Five stars!!! I adored it, the humor, the literary references, the romance…all so perfect. 🥰🥰🥰 Definitely will be re-reading these books, they’re so good. 💕💕💕 The romance was also clean, and the fighting was not gore-filled. 🫶🏼🫶🏼🫶🏼

🐉🔮🌊🧜🏼‍♀️✨📚⚔️

(Thank you so much to the author for this arc!!! All thoughts and opinions are my own. 🫶🏼 Apologies for being late!!!)

[Adalyn Skains · Rating 4 out of 5]

Goodness!! What a lovely sequel to the beautiful Rivenlea Sphere series! Whimsy, heart and humor all combined into one fascinating tale. Not going to lie here, I was absolutely blown away by the worldbuilding and immense detail this book contained. The switching of POVs added so much complexity in the best way possible. The depth of the characters was vivid and beautiful. They were messy, broken, hilarious, and so real all at the same time. Truly a captivating story and one so hard to put down!! My heart was very happy while reading this book. <3
If you love books at all, this is such a wonderful read, that everybody must experience.

(I received an e-ARC of this book. All thoughts are my own.)

[E.F. Buckles · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read “The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine last year and fell in love with these characters and this story world. It was complex, chaotic, and fun in all the best possible ways, while also holding some deep themes. I have been looking forward to the sequel ever since, to get the answers to the questions and mysteries that were set up in book one, and it did not disappoint!

Honestly, Lindsay Franklin is so skilled to be able to write a story so complex and yet well balanced. Dealing with characters jumping from book world to book world could have become confusing if handled the wrong way, but Lindsay kept it from ever getting that way, even when multiple stories were running into each other, or when we were seeing chapters from the perspectives of different characters. She just describes things so clearly, and timed the reveals of information so well that I was never once unsure about what was happening or where our characters were. Because I never got confused or lost, I was able to let go and fully enjoy the ride.

I wouldn’t want to spoil too much, but since the title of the book implies already that Emlyn’s missing sister Camille comes back, I think it’s safe to say that I absolutely loved how that played out, as well as how it was explained that she disappeared in the first place. This all ended up getting tied into the story of Emlyn’s origins as well.

I especially loved how all of this led to an explanation of the origins of the magical library, and just… GAH! It was all so masterfully handled! Fanciful and imaginative, yet still understandable, and a continuation of those deep themes from the first book. The ending was especially lovely and satisfying.

I have long felt like there was a gap in the YA market. For context, the publishing industry’s definition of “Young Adult” has long been ages 12-17 or 18, while “New Adult” would reference ages 18-25, Though NA is not yet seen as an official category in publishing. (I mention that simply because I’ve seen several instances lately of casual readers thinking Young Adult is 18+ and it’s not.) But I’m sure that any of us who remember our teen years, or are still teens, know exactly how much a person changes between age 12 and 18. It has long seemed like the teen book market has leaned more toward the 18 year old end of that span of time so kids are growing out of Middle Grade (ages 8-12 by the industry standard) and being thrown straight into literature meant for 18 year olds who are nearly adults. Enclave is one of those publishers that has started standing in the gap, and I feel like this Rivenlea Sphere duology is one of the best examples. A 12 year old girl could read this alongside her 18 year old sister and they could both enjoy it, without the 18 year old feeling talked down to or like the story is too simplistic, or the 12 year old being exposed to things that are too mature. Neither of them will be exposed to the romanticizing of toxic relationships. And they’ll both have a ton of fun along the way, and maybe even have some deep themes to talk about in the end.
I listened to both books in this duology on audio, but I loved them so much that I want to get physical copies for my collection so I can revisit them again and again, just as Emlyn revisits her favorite stories.

Recommended to all readers, but especially book girlies!

Content Advisory:

This is YA fantasy and very appropriate for that audience.
Mild spoilers ahead, but I’ve tried not to spoil much.

Language:
None.

Violence/Scariness
As in the previous book, Emlyn and friends come upon corrupted story worlds from classic books where things aren’t happening the way they were supposed to. Often, these worlds are darker and scarier than the original, and there are instances where some scarier creatures from certain classics (like, for example, the ghosts from “A Christmas Carol,” or the Jabberwock from “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”) show up in the wrong stories, but it would not likely be scary for teen readers.

Some fighting happens, and some characters and creatures from classic books die in ways that didn’t happen in their original stories, but this is never described in a graphic manner. There are sometimes brief mentions of blood.

Various characters get injured and pain is described. (In Emlyn’s case, she deals with blinding pain periodically due to something fantastical happening to her that isn’t an injury.) Someone gets stabbed in the stomach, and there’s mention of blood soaking their shirt, but they live.
The end of the previous book left us wondering if Frank the wyvern would be okay, and she does ultimately recover in this book, though she struggles for a bit before that.

A mermaid gets turned into sea foam like in the original Little Mermaid fairytale, just for different reasons.

Sexual/Romance:
Nothing sexual ever occurs.

The crushy feelings between Emlyn and a boy continue and their relationship grows closer. They almost kiss a couple of times and do kiss a couple of times near the end of the story. This is only briefly described. Near the end of the book, the boy tells the reader that he plans to ask Emlyn to marry him someday.

A second plotline deals with a real guy and a storybook character falling in love, but they shroud their relationship in secrets, lies, and manipulations. We see the long-term negative consequences of their choices play out, and we also see them get caught in their lies and have to make up for what they did.

Spiritual/magic:
Like in the first book, this is Christian fiction from a Christian publisher and author. Characters still pray sometimes, and the deep themes continue. Bible verses get referenced. Magic is still a natural force in this universe, which is depicted as simply a part of how creation works. As such, many magical things continue to happen, like jumping through portals to get into book worlds, shape shifting, etc. The origins of the story orbs also get explained in this book, and the broken magic gets set right.

There is one scene that features a line of male characters from the wrong books vying for the hand of Elizabeth Bennet from “Pride and Prejudice” and one of the male characters is the Greek god Zeus, but he is treated as only a fictional character from stories, like all the others.

[Abby Cleek · Rating 4 out of 5]

So many amazing pieces at work in this story! Probably my favorite element is just how Lindsay weaves together so many amazing characters and classic storyworlds--and somehow, even with so many pieces at play, I was able to follow the story without getting lost. Which is often an issue for me in this kind of story.

The premise of this story is so unique and fun, and I loved getting to see Emlyn and the rest of the characters interacting with so many classic storyworlds and characters. For readers who read The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLainen and love snarky YA characters, classics like the Wizard of Oz and The Little Mermaid, and bookish loving characters, this is a fun story you'll love!

[✨️ Cady Sutherland ✨️ · Rating 3 out of 5]

3 🌟

It was goood. There's not much to talk about for me personally I liked the main character and the twist was good but 60% of this book was two pov's basically doing the same thing because they were chasing Laramie-

Otherwise it was fun and I love the entertwining of classic that we all know amd love!

[jaycee ann ✞ (s.ia)]

╰┈➤ Pre-Release
CAN THIS BOOK PLEASE COME FASTER!! I’m dying to find out what happens after that evil cliffhanger in The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine 😭 I seriously can’t wait!

[Sydney · Rating 5 out of 5]

Lindsay Franklin is a favorite YA author and I have been greatly anticipating this sequel to the Rivenlea Sphere series. A thrilling urban fantasy fairytale adventure retelling that readers will love and not want to put down.

A complimentary copy of the book was provided. A review was not required and all views and opinions expressed are my own.

[Regan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh my word. I loved every second of this book. I'll have to come back and write a more detailed review when I've processed this ending, because all I feel right now is quite emotional. But this conclusion was everything I hoped for. I only wish there was one more Rivenlea Sphere book to read- I don't want to leave this storyworld yet. ⚔️🧜🏻‍♀️🌊

(I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. All opinions are my own.)
Oh. My.
Lindsay A. Franklin has done it again.
This conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere had everything I loved about the first book in this series plus MORE--more storyworlds, more beloved classic character cameos, high stakes, and heart-pounding suspense. It seemed like all my favorite stories made an appearance, seamlessly woven into Emmy's unique narrative. I loved getting more POVs, including one from the book's villain. The characters practically jumped off the page, and the romance proved author's don't need to rely on spice to show that characters have off- the-charts chemistry. I was cheering on our MCs from start to finish, and got more than a little emotional at the ending. I'm so excited to own a copy of both books so I can start the series all over again!

[Heidi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Okay this took me way longer to get through than I wanted it to (stupid burnout brain, it was in absolutely no way the book’s fault).

WE FINALLY GOT THE SECRET GARDEN (among others) IN A STORY SPHERE 😍😍😍

It’s my favorite so I’m a happy camper. And we also got answers to a lot of the questions that came up in book 1 (like the truth behind the strange things happening to Emlyn’s legs, and why all the stories are breaking).👀

I freaking love this series, and this was a 10/10 perfect way to finish the duology!

I love Rivenlea and all of these characters so much, I’m sad it’s over. 😭

Overall if you’re looking for a YA duology that’s a love letter to all your favorite children’s (and a couple adult!) classics, look no further than the Rivenlea Sphere. You won’t regret it. ❤️

I received an advance copy from the publisher, all opinions are my own, and a review was not required.

[Jasmine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can they save the fractured worlds of story....

I fell in love with Lindsay A. Franklin's fantasy with her Weaver Trilogy and that appreciation has only increased with The Rivenlea Sphere duology. Both books are exciting, imaginative, and very well written. One becomes invested in the characters' lives and completely immersed in the magical surroundings.

Every aspect of The Restitching Of Camille DuLaine, and its predecessor, is well thought out and beautifully executed in paper and ink. Lindsay A. Franklin's skill with fantasy is considerable and it shows on every page. While that might sound a bit gushing, I truly did enjoy both Rivenlea Sphere novels and they are some of my favorites read in the last year.

The cameo appearance of many favorite books and characters from childhood was so much fun to read. The real Little Mermaid story, Oz, Anne of Green Gables, The Secret Garden...

Whether you are an adult reader like myself or in the YA target audience, The Restitching Of Camille DuLaine is an excellent read. It, and the first Rivenlea Sphere book, are captivating, charming, and creative. Lindsay A. Franklin really hit it out of the ballpark with this duology and I, for one, will be eagerly anticipating any future release from her....

(I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher. All opinions are entirely my own.)

[Virginia · Rating 5 out of 5]

A magical, whirlwind, breathtaking adventure I could not read fast enough while, at the same time, never wanting the journey to end. Being back with this delightful cast of characters surround by beloved story worlds, felt like returning home to a warm hug. I was surprised in the best of ways right from the beginning with unexpected twists and turns. I was entirely charmed by the laughter, friendship, whimsy, and suspense of this unique duology. This story has earned the label as a forever favorite for me. Must read for all who love fantasy and stories!

I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. A positive review was not required. All opinions are honest and my own.

[Leah (faithfulreadingcorner) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a gem💜

Very rarely are sequels ever better than the original, but The Restitching of Camille DuLaine did not disappoint!
I am heartbroken to leave the world of Rivenlea, but I shall be back…

[Hadassah Buie · Rating 3 out of 5]

The best part of this series is all of the literary references. I thought this book would answer more of the worldbuilding questions I had than it did. Also, although Camille is the title character, she is an unnecessary part of the plot that is barely there.

[D.T. Powell · Rating 4 out of 5]

I definitely liked this one better than the first book, but it felt like something was missing. I appreciated this duology's take on fiction, but, at least in my view, it was incomplete.

[Anna Cloninger · Rating 5 out of 5]

We love this book in all its bookish glory. Go read, you shall not regret.

[Hallie (Hallie Reads) · Rating 4 out of 5]

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (“loved it!”) 
 
“a splintered world, a heart gone cold. hope reborn in threads of gold.” 
 
this book continues the story that began in the unraveling of emlyn dulaine, and it delivers even more—more adventure, more stories, more stakes, more perspectives.  
 
emlyn and the rest of the characters are in quite a predicament as the worlds around them seem to be coming undone, but i don’t want to say too much and risk spoiling the series… i will say it’s a lot of fun and full of heart. i so enjoyed the imagination and storytelling of it all, seeing familiar stories clash and come apart—and how the characters set it right in the end (with plenty of action, humor, and a bit of romance along the way). it’s definitely a satisfying read. 
 
if you’re looking for a young-adult fantasy series, it’s easy to recommend the rivenlea sphere. i loved it. 

 
✨ considerations: 
—language: none 
—spice: kisses only 
—faith: mentions of prayer 
—content: violence, death 

  
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[Emily · Rating 5 out of 5]

Have you ever chosen a book purely based on the cover, and it turned out to be absolutely amazing? That was The Restitching of Camille DuLaine. I didn’t even realize it was the second book in The Rivenlea Sphere series. I instantly started book 1 so I could read this book. I am not the biggest fantasy reader, though I have been trying really hard. This book blew me away. I was Emlyn DuLaine. I was in the middle of the world. This story is a reread for sure.
 
The world-building in this story was fantastic. I had absolutely no issue with picturing Rivenlea. The characters were fantastic. You have griffons, dragons, mermaids, portals, and so much more. I loved the intertwining of classic stories, The Little Mermaid, The Wizard of Oz, Robin Hood, The Secret Garden, Anne of Green Gables, Winnie the Pooh, and so much more. The Novem (group) is working together to find their missing team mates as well as find Emlyn’s sister, who is trapped in a Realm. They find themselves hopping from story to story, but each story is just as mixed up as the last one. I won’t spoil anything else. Just trust me, you need to read this work of art.   

*I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. A positive review was not required. All views expressed are only my honest opinion.

[Courtney Pityer · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is book 2 of the Rivenlea Sphere Duology. While I haven't read the first book in this series I will say I was very impressed with how this YA novel ended up turning out. I always love reading these young adult fantasy novels because the storyline ends up being so creative. Emlyn and Camille are such wonderful characters and their ability to persevere through whatever life throws at them makes them such wonderful characters. Overall reading this book was such a fun opportunity and I look forward to reading other books by this author in the near future.
I received a complimentary copy from the publisher all opinions are of my own.

[Aprilslibrary · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is so creative. I absolutely love the world it is set in. I enjoy the way that the characters are jumping into different stories that we all know and love. It’s so interesting to see how the author puts her own twists on the story worlds. I loved the character growth and the whole found family element. I don’t want to give too much away because this is the second book but, if you love classic literature, fantasy, found family, romance, and adventure this one is for you!

*I was sent a copy of this book and all opinions are my own.

[Hannah Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This sequel managed to outshine its predecessor, filled with the same delightful banter, wild romps through storyworlds, and the sweetest found family. The action never stops now that the plot has been set in motion, and wow... I was really wondering how Franklin would pull it all together. Thankfully, I was VERY satisfied with the ending.

It's always a bit strange to me when sequels have more POV characters than the original, but it worked here. Laramie, Camille, and Emlyn (of course) were first person, and then the story of Hadeon's past (in third person) wove in seamlessly. I definitely figured things out well before Emlyn, but I laughed at her reactions when it finally clicked. She's such a fun character.

I was very happy with how Laramie and Emmy's relationship continued to develop, and y'all, Frank has NO business winning as much of my heart as she has. Why is she so adorable? Phen and Wistlee continued to be wonderful friends, and I loved watching Emmy's friendships with Rhyan and Canon blossom as well!

Yes, I wish there had been a faith thread woven in, especially with the mentions of prayer and God that popped up from time to time. I also feel that Emmy's relationships with her parents and Earth life were too easily severed.

But I truly did find this to be an enjoyable and entertaining fantasy duology, and I highly recommend it to any clean or Christian fantasy lovers out there!

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author. All views expressed are my honest opinion.

[Reading in the Heartland (Michaela) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow. This YA fantasy duology is seriously ingenious. I devoured these two books and will talk about them for years and will enjoy having my kids read them. I absolutely loved traveling into so many stories: Alice in Wonderland, The Little Mermaid, and so many more. This portal fantasy had family, friends, mystery, and more. I adored meeting all of the characters and working to figure out what was going on and how to fix things. This novel was wonderfully imagined and expertly executed. This series is the first I’ve read by this author but won’t be the last. I especially enjoyed the light, sweet romance thread that was woven in, and the pet wyvern. I did not want this story to end and these characters will live on in my mind until I revisit their world. The romance is just kisses, intimacy level 1.

Content: battles in fairy tale worlds, death

I received an ARC of this book via Just Read Tours and am voluntarily leaving an honest review.