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The Rivenlea Sphere #2
The Restitching of Camille DuLaine
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.
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.
416 pages, Hardcover
Published February 10, 2026
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Lindsay A. Franklin
12 books566 followersLindsay 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.
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November 26, 2025
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. 🔮
December 12, 2025
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.
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.
November 25, 2025
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!!!!
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!!!!
November 25, 2025
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.
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.
February 16, 2026
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.
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.
February 10, 2026
“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.
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.
November 26, 2025
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.
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.
November 13, 2025
If you love stories, you'll love this duology.
While there are certainly plenty of other things going on, like worlds-wide dangers, The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a story about sisters. I love how Lindsay wove that theme throughout the book.
As in the first book, Emlyn's story and trope awareness give her a delightful character voice. The character dynamics between the Novem as a whole work so well. TROCD also lets the reader get to know certain characters better, but I won't say much else about that. 🤫 And Frank really is the best wyvern ever.
Readers will love all the storyworlds visited and how Lindsay cleverly twists things. Prepare for a lot of sphere hopping.
Also, the chapter header art in the book is absolutely stunning and adds such a fun little element.
The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a worthy and satisfying sequel.
(I was gifted an ARC by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own!)
While there are certainly plenty of other things going on, like worlds-wide dangers, The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a story about sisters. I love how Lindsay wove that theme throughout the book.
As in the first book, Emlyn's story and trope awareness give her a delightful character voice. The character dynamics between the Novem as a whole work so well. TROCD also lets the reader get to know certain characters better, but I won't say much else about that. 🤫 And Frank really is the best wyvern ever.
Readers will love all the storyworlds visited and how Lindsay cleverly twists things. Prepare for a lot of sphere hopping.
Also, the chapter header art in the book is absolutely stunning and adds such a fun little element.
The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is a worthy and satisfying sequel.
(I was gifted an ARC by the author. All thoughts and opinions are my own!)
January 29, 2026
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.)
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.)
November 11, 2025
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.
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.
February 11, 2026
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!
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!
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January 24, 2026╰┈➤ 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!
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!
December 1, 2025
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.
I received an advanced complimentary copy from the author. A positive review was not required. All opinions are honest and my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
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. ⚔️🧜🏻♀️🌊
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
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.
February 10, 2026
I’ve reached the end.
Infinite stars, plus a few more.
Infinite tears, plus a few more.
Infinite smiles, joy, and all the feels, plus a few more.
I’m emotionally and mentally drained.
What an infinitely exquisite tale! It’s packed with all the things that result in a memorable reading experience that will linger long after the final page is turned.
Camille is the sister of Emlyn DuLaine, our heroine from the previous book. Camille plays a small role in her book but it’s a powerful one. In fact she’s pivotal.
Colorful, literary magic. It’s story within story. The story world is still in chaos and Novem XVII’s on the hunt for the key. They’re part of the keepers of the story world.
Missing teammates, mixed up classic stories, and an injured wyvern? Yes please! I simply cannot say enough about this amazing story.
Do yourself a huge favor and read this book! It will make your reading year epic! Maybe even a whole decade of reading!
Infinite stars, plus a few more.
Infinite tears, plus a few more.
Infinite smiles, joy, and all the feels, plus a few more.
I’m emotionally and mentally drained.
What an infinitely exquisite tale! It’s packed with all the things that result in a memorable reading experience that will linger long after the final page is turned.
Camille is the sister of Emlyn DuLaine, our heroine from the previous book. Camille plays a small role in her book but it’s a powerful one. In fact she’s pivotal.
Colorful, literary magic. It’s story within story. The story world is still in chaos and Novem XVII’s on the hunt for the key. They’re part of the keepers of the story world.
Missing teammates, mixed up classic stories, and an injured wyvern? Yes please! I simply cannot say enough about this amazing story.
Do yourself a huge favor and read this book! It will make your reading year epic! Maybe even a whole decade of reading!
December 1, 2025
This book is officially my favorite read of the year. When I read The Unraveling of Emlyn Dulaine, I was so impressed by the quality of Lindsay's writing, and she did it AGAIN! I read this book in only 3 days, it was just as good as the first and wrapped all loose ends up so nicely.
Emlyn is desperate to find Laramie, her sister Camille, and put Rivenlea and the story spheres back together. It's a good thing her Novem won't let her try to do it all alone.
🔹I identify with Emlyn's struggle of putting all the responsibility on herself. She feels such a heavy weight believing that everything going wrong is her fault and her responsibility alone to fix. Emlyn trying to reassure Wistlee later in the book spoke into this so well, as Emlyn said everything she needed to believe herself.
When I started the book, I wasn't sure if having 4 POV's would be chaotic, but it actually worked so well. I loved having Laramie and Emlyn's POV's, double the cute quotes. 🥰 It was also nice to get some of Hadeon's backstory, it provided a lot of context and answered a lot of questions the first book left off with. Camille's POV gave insight into the many questions about what she was experiencing as well.
Another thing I LOVE about this duology is how Lindsay ties in so many different stories! We get to see so many fun classics (with a huge twist) like Alice in Wonderland or Winnie the Pooh. At this point I think I'm a sucker for book/trope references because Lindsay made them fit so perfectly.
Emlyn's brain is the perfect amount of logic and whimsy in a heroine (Emlyn definitely would not agree with discribing as a heroine). Her and Camille's love for one another and sisterly bond is so sweet. I also enjoyed watching Emlyn's relationship with each member of her Novem evolve. Emlyn would say it's another cliche trope but they really are her found family. 💙
How can I write a book review without talking about Emlyn and Laramie? 😍 They are ADORABLE. Their "shared custody" of Frank (the cute and feisty wryven) is one of my favorite parts of their relationship. It might have taken Emlyn some time to come around but nothing would keep her from finding him. If only Laramie had stayed in one place longer.
Laramie and Frank's bond was also really sweet. There were so many times Frank was NOT having it with Laramie, but ultimately neither would leave the other unprotected, even if it hurt themselves.
I was worried as I neared the end of the book that it wouldn't end as I would like it to. But I had nothing to fear, it wrapped everything up perfectly and I was very satisfied.
I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a review, all opinions are my own.
Emlyn is desperate to find Laramie, her sister Camille, and put Rivenlea and the story spheres back together. It's a good thing her Novem won't let her try to do it all alone.
🔹I identify with Emlyn's struggle of putting all the responsibility on herself. She feels such a heavy weight believing that everything going wrong is her fault and her responsibility alone to fix. Emlyn trying to reassure Wistlee later in the book spoke into this so well, as Emlyn said everything she needed to believe herself.
When I started the book, I wasn't sure if having 4 POV's would be chaotic, but it actually worked so well. I loved having Laramie and Emlyn's POV's, double the cute quotes. 🥰 It was also nice to get some of Hadeon's backstory, it provided a lot of context and answered a lot of questions the first book left off with. Camille's POV gave insight into the many questions about what she was experiencing as well.
Another thing I LOVE about this duology is how Lindsay ties in so many different stories! We get to see so many fun classics (with a huge twist) like Alice in Wonderland or Winnie the Pooh. At this point I think I'm a sucker for book/trope references because Lindsay made them fit so perfectly.
Emlyn's brain is the perfect amount of logic and whimsy in a heroine (Emlyn definitely would not agree with discribing as a heroine). Her and Camille's love for one another and sisterly bond is so sweet. I also enjoyed watching Emlyn's relationship with each member of her Novem evolve. Emlyn would say it's another cliche trope but they really are her found family. 💙
How can I write a book review without talking about Emlyn and Laramie? 😍 They are ADORABLE. Their "shared custody" of Frank (the cute and feisty wryven) is one of my favorite parts of their relationship. It might have taken Emlyn some time to come around but nothing would keep her from finding him. If only Laramie had stayed in one place longer.
Laramie and Frank's bond was also really sweet. There were so many times Frank was NOT having it with Laramie, but ultimately neither would leave the other unprotected, even if it hurt themselves.
I was worried as I neared the end of the book that it wouldn't end as I would like it to. But I had nothing to fear, it wrapped everything up perfectly and I was very satisfied.
I was given an advanced copy of this book in exchange for a review, all opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
Thanks to Lindsay A. Franklin for an eARC copy of the book for review. Thoughts and opinions are my own.If you were kind of screaming and throwing your book at the end of The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine , then you should pick this one up ASAP!
I liked the way Em and the Novems got to travel through the stories but seeing the stories in ways that no one really knew. I liked the stories Lindsay Franklin chose as destinations for Emlyn and crew, but also the twists thrown in, as things tried to fix themselves. Laramie's journey initially was a little more tense(?), but only because he had no way of knowing what story he was in and how to act. I liked the way he did his best to protect Frank and get back to Emlyn and the others. Emlyn in particular (and chapter 65 was short but super sweet and I giggled a little bit!)
I was glad that Emlyn was able to find and rescue Camille, although the realization(s) she came to were a little bittersweet. I'd be curious to see how more people handled things after Camille went back (were there instances of deja vu or hints of "wait, didn't someone else do this?", did her parents wonder because something felt off, things like that). I did like the fact that Camille accepted things and her biggest issue was that she wouldn't technically have a sister anymore, but I did like that she got to see Emlyn still.
The reveal on Sorena and her connection/reasons was surprising, and for a while, I thought she was going to be more villain-y than not. Yes, she was technically a villain, but I think at the end, it was more fear than anything, because Hadeon interferred where he shouldn't. The reveal on Sorena's choice was surprising, but I liked the explanation Em gave when asked what to do about Hadeon at the end.
Book releases 2/10/26
February 13, 2026
Oh my word! What a story. What a list of characters. And what wild, creative, yet believable AND imaginable adventures they leap through!
Emlyn DuLaine (or Miss DuLaine, as she's sometimes addressed) and her team have a significant role to play. They're leaping in and out of spheres, completing a somewhat hidden hero's task there. For in Rivenlea, for an unknown reason (Em is sure it's her fault), the stories residing there have gone awry. And sometimes more than awry. Main characters are destroyed, by enemies who shouldn't even exist where they suddenly appear. Fierce villains (and you won't know what I mean til you can imagine rampaging pigs or robins) gulp up supporting characters. Things have gone so wrong, and they must be set right.
Is there a reason all of this is happening? Is it, as she fears, Emlyn's error that's put all of this in motion? And what about the story boy she swore she'd never fall in love with? Where is he?
You'll never know the answers to these questions (and so many more) unless you read The Restitching of Camille DuLaine. How I recommend that for you! You'll gain hours of joy and delight as you read, with parts of your heart touched that you may have forgotten still lived inside you. But will you have a happy ending...or one that's heartbreaking? I'll never tell. But you can discover it for yourself!
I received a copy of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions shared here are my own honest ones.
Emlyn DuLaine (or Miss DuLaine, as she's sometimes addressed) and her team have a significant role to play. They're leaping in and out of spheres, completing a somewhat hidden hero's task there. For in Rivenlea, for an unknown reason (Em is sure it's her fault), the stories residing there have gone awry. And sometimes more than awry. Main characters are destroyed, by enemies who shouldn't even exist where they suddenly appear. Fierce villains (and you won't know what I mean til you can imagine rampaging pigs or robins) gulp up supporting characters. Things have gone so wrong, and they must be set right.
Is there a reason all of this is happening? Is it, as she fears, Emlyn's error that's put all of this in motion? And what about the story boy she swore she'd never fall in love with? Where is he?
You'll never know the answers to these questions (and so many more) unless you read The Restitching of Camille DuLaine. How I recommend that for you! You'll gain hours of joy and delight as you read, with parts of your heart touched that you may have forgotten still lived inside you. But will you have a happy ending...or one that's heartbreaking? I'll never tell. But you can discover it for yourself!
I received a copy of this book from the author. All thoughts and opinions shared here are my own honest ones.
January 25, 2026
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
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.
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
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.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
Wow! What an amazing adventure to read this story by Lindsay Franklin!
This is the sequel to “The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine,” and it takes the reader on a ride you’d never believe.
The reader will be captivated from the first page to the last by wonderful word pictures and stories that ignite their imagination.
This is a world full of every story anyone ever wrote and portrayed in a way that will blow your mind. It’s also an adventure with drama and suspense.
I’ve said this before, but I’ll say it again!
I’m not sure I even have the words to express how amazing this story is! It will take your imagination on a ride and ribbon it off into another world.
Lindsay Franklin takes the reader on an adventure that has twists and turns and many colorful things, as well as fun references to some precious classics in the literary world.
I enjoy how the story weaves in and out, deepening your desire to understand writing, developing, and living in a story—how our world revolves around stories.
Lindsay Franklin truly is an amazing storyteller! She brings this tale to life in such a way that you see it unfold right before your eyes, and you can’t help believing that it’s real.
Adventure, action, friendship, loyalty, mystery, and suspense are present, along with a bit of romance.
It's a wonderful book overall.
If you love adventures and colorful tales, this book is for you! I highly recommend you pick it up! You won’t be disappointed!
The publisher gave me this book, but this did not influence my review in any way; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
This is the sequel to “The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine,” and it takes the reader on a ride you’d never believe.
The reader will be captivated from the first page to the last by wonderful word pictures and stories that ignite their imagination.
This is a world full of every story anyone ever wrote and portrayed in a way that will blow your mind. It’s also an adventure with drama and suspense.
I’ve said this before, but I’ll say it again!
I’m not sure I even have the words to express how amazing this story is! It will take your imagination on a ride and ribbon it off into another world.
Lindsay Franklin takes the reader on an adventure that has twists and turns and many colorful things, as well as fun references to some precious classics in the literary world.
I enjoy how the story weaves in and out, deepening your desire to understand writing, developing, and living in a story—how our world revolves around stories.
Lindsay Franklin truly is an amazing storyteller! She brings this tale to life in such a way that you see it unfold right before your eyes, and you can’t help believing that it’s real.
Adventure, action, friendship, loyalty, mystery, and suspense are present, along with a bit of romance.
It's a wonderful book overall.
If you love adventures and colorful tales, this book is for you! I highly recommend you pick it up! You won’t be disappointed!
The publisher gave me this book, but this did not influence my review in any way; all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from Author
4.5 stars
This was a whirlwind ride of a conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere duology! The stakes were higher and the chaos that had intensified in the story spheres brought new creativity and insight to many classic stories that Emlyn and the Novem XVII team slipped into. I loved how with each story the new twists made me think about the message behind the characters and the purpose of the storyline as lesson teaching and not just entertainment.
Emlyn is a beautiful character and she shows the power of self-sacrifice and perseverance. She continues to search for her sister even when it seems impossible to do so. Emlyn has the same heart for her team, Laramie and of course Frank the wyvern. Laramie is the anchor point for
Emlyn as he continues to help and encourage her to fix what is broken in the spheres. And
Frank is the best pet! I really need a Frank stuffy or figurine. Possible merchandise?
This story is for those who love fantasy, fairy tales, strong sister bonds, magic, fantastical creatures, sweet romance and above all a self-sacrificial love for those around them. I definitely recommend this duology for those who enjoyed the Land of Stories series by Chris Colfer, ABC’s Once Upon a Time and the sister bond in the movie Frozen.
I received a complimentary copy from Lindsay A. Franklin. I was not required to provide a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.
This was a whirlwind ride of a conclusion to The Rivenlea Sphere duology! The stakes were higher and the chaos that had intensified in the story spheres brought new creativity and insight to many classic stories that Emlyn and the Novem XVII team slipped into. I loved how with each story the new twists made me think about the message behind the characters and the purpose of the storyline as lesson teaching and not just entertainment.
Emlyn is a beautiful character and she shows the power of self-sacrifice and perseverance. She continues to search for her sister even when it seems impossible to do so. Emlyn has the same heart for her team, Laramie and of course Frank the wyvern. Laramie is the anchor point for
Emlyn as he continues to help and encourage her to fix what is broken in the spheres. And
Frank is the best pet! I really need a Frank stuffy or figurine. Possible merchandise?
This story is for those who love fantasy, fairy tales, strong sister bonds, magic, fantastical creatures, sweet romance and above all a self-sacrificial love for those around them. I definitely recommend this duology for those who enjoyed the Land of Stories series by Chris Colfer, ABC’s Once Upon a Time and the sister bond in the movie Frozen.
I received a complimentary copy from Lindsay A. Franklin. I was not required to provide a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine alone.
February 11, 2026
What a fantastic finale to The Rivenlea Sphere duology! The Restitching of Camille DuLaine by Lindsay A. Franklin is just as and in many ways more brilliant than The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine. This sequel not only provides readers with a satisfying end to Emlyn’s story, but it also invites them more fully into the wonder of story.
In this novel, Emlyn faces a number of impossible tasks: rescue her sister Camille, figure out how to set the storyworlds she accidentally bridged together to rights, and fix a fundamental (and yet to be identified) flaw in Rivenlea’s foundation—all before everything fractures and unravels completely. Good thing she does not have to do it alone!
In The Restitching of Camille DuLaine, Franklin explores themes of family and teamwork, sacrifice and love. Additionally, readers are invited to consider that, generally speaking, life is a series of choices, and even the smallest choice can have a ripple effect that impacts the trajectory of one’s life and the lives of others.
All the things that made The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine so delightful can be also be found in the pages of its sequel. And my only complaint is that my time in Rivenlea—and the admittedly topsy-turvy storyworlds—was too short!
FTC Disclaimer: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. All views expressed are solely my honest opinion.
In this novel, Emlyn faces a number of impossible tasks: rescue her sister Camille, figure out how to set the storyworlds she accidentally bridged together to rights, and fix a fundamental (and yet to be identified) flaw in Rivenlea’s foundation—all before everything fractures and unravels completely. Good thing she does not have to do it alone!
In The Restitching of Camille DuLaine, Franklin explores themes of family and teamwork, sacrifice and love. Additionally, readers are invited to consider that, generally speaking, life is a series of choices, and even the smallest choice can have a ripple effect that impacts the trajectory of one’s life and the lives of others.
All the things that made The Unraveling of Emlyn DuLaine so delightful can be also be found in the pages of its sequel. And my only complaint is that my time in Rivenlea—and the admittedly topsy-turvy storyworlds—was too short!
FTC Disclaimer: I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, which I received from the author. All views expressed are solely my honest opinion.
February 17, 2026
The Restitching of Camille DuLaine by Lindsay A. Franklin is the second book of a young adult fantasy duology. You need to read the first book before this on for it to make the best sense. I would also add that if you like fantasy and like classic literature, you will likely enjoy the book as an adult too.
Emlyn DuLaine, the main character in the first book, accidentally bridges story worlds together. She then goes back and tries to sever the connections without destroying the stories themselves. At the same time, Laramie is lost in a story world with Frank, a special wyvern who needs Rivenlea air to survive. Laramie is the story boy who has grown on Emlyn and Frank is a creature cherished by both of them. Emlyn also needs to find her sister, Camille, and save her. Can they do it all in time?
This second book is told from multiple points of view. I like that aspect as the first book was just Emlyn's point of view. We get to hear from a variety of the characters. It is also fun that we meet more story characters in this book from stories like The Secret Garden, Moby Dick, The Little Mermaid, and several more classics. That part is such fun. At the same time, there is a sense of urgency to get things righted. It is quite the adventure and I don't want to share any spoilers here! I liked the ending of The Restitching of Camille DuLaine too!
I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All opinions are my own.
Emlyn DuLaine, the main character in the first book, accidentally bridges story worlds together. She then goes back and tries to sever the connections without destroying the stories themselves. At the same time, Laramie is lost in a story world with Frank, a special wyvern who needs Rivenlea air to survive. Laramie is the story boy who has grown on Emlyn and Frank is a creature cherished by both of them. Emlyn also needs to find her sister, Camille, and save her. Can they do it all in time?
This second book is told from multiple points of view. I like that aspect as the first book was just Emlyn's point of view. We get to hear from a variety of the characters. It is also fun that we meet more story characters in this book from stories like The Secret Garden, Moby Dick, The Little Mermaid, and several more classics. That part is such fun. At the same time, there is a sense of urgency to get things righted. It is quite the adventure and I don't want to share any spoilers here! I liked the ending of The Restitching of Camille DuLaine too!
I received a copy of this book from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All opinions are my own.
November 26, 2025
I loved this story! It was so fun to go hopping through distorted classic stories. It was a cozy adventure seeing familiar scenes but also having some things twisted into unfamiliarity. I enjoyed getting to read this story through several different perspectives this time, rather than just Emlyn's as in book one. Being in the other characters' minds added some fun dimension and helped the story flow smoothly since the MCs aren't actually together for much of the story. The romance between Emlyn and Laramie was super light, making this a great read for the teen/YA audience. I loved seeing their banter again. They have such a fun relationship. I will say, I wished the whole time I was reading this that the first book in this duology was fresher on my mind. This story picks right up where Emlyn leaves off and there were several things that I forgot about, having read Emlyn a few months before, that weren't fully re-explained. That didn't affect my enjoyment of this book enough to matter though. Just something other readers might want to keep in mind. If you like delightful portal fantasy adventures, I highly recommend you check this one out!
Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an ARC. All Opinions expressed in this review are my own.
Thanks to the publisher for providing me with an ARC. All Opinions expressed in this review are my own.
February 16, 2026
I love this book to pieces.
I'm honestly in shock at how well Lindsay Franklin balanced SO MANY moving pieces. We have 4 different POVs here, two different tenses, multiple timelines, goodness-knows-how-many storyworlds... and yet somehow it all works. Gahhhhh.
I'm not a girly girl. It's difficult for me to relate to female characters. I usually gravitate towards male characters, both as a writer and as a reader. This duology is the exception; Emlyn is basically me in book form, and I loved every second of it.
I loved so many things about this book. Getting to see the inside of Laramie's head was amazing. Frank's antics never cease to disappoint. So many chapters of Hadeon's perspective humanized him in a way I wasn't expecting, and he's now one of my storybook children. XD Add on a villainous mermaid with a Viking name? Bruh, sign me up. This book left me laughing behind my hands SO MANY TIMES, and as a reader/writer/word-person who loves anything remotely fantasy-dystopian, all of the apocalyptic story spheres made me very, very happy. (Somebody please write a novel about corporate Wonderland or The Secret Garden: Mutant Pig Edition. I need this in my life. XDXD)
This book has been one of my top reads so far this year, and MAN, I'm not sure how I'm gonna top it.
I'm honestly in shock at how well Lindsay Franklin balanced SO MANY moving pieces. We have 4 different POVs here, two different tenses, multiple timelines, goodness-knows-how-many storyworlds... and yet somehow it all works. Gahhhhh.
I'm not a girly girl. It's difficult for me to relate to female characters. I usually gravitate towards male characters, both as a writer and as a reader. This duology is the exception; Emlyn is basically me in book form, and I loved every second of it.
I loved so many things about this book. Getting to see the inside of Laramie's head was amazing. Frank's antics never cease to disappoint. So many chapters of Hadeon's perspective humanized him in a way I wasn't expecting, and he's now one of my storybook children. XD Add on a villainous mermaid with a Viking name? Bruh, sign me up. This book left me laughing behind my hands SO MANY TIMES, and as a reader/writer/word-person who loves anything remotely fantasy-dystopian, all of the apocalyptic story spheres made me very, very happy. (Somebody please write a novel about corporate Wonderland or The Secret Garden: Mutant Pig Edition. I need this in my life. XDXD)
This book has been one of my top reads so far this year, and MAN, I'm not sure how I'm gonna top it.
February 12, 2026
The Restitching of Camille DuLaine
Emlyn Dulaine is determined to save her friend (or crush) Laramie, who is trapped in the shattered spheres, wandering from story to story. Meanwhile, her sister Camille, who is finally free from her frozen state, has been kidnapped by a beautiful mermaid who claims to know Emlyn very well.
Emlyn tries her best to save both, but her creeping scale-like rash is causing her to wonder how much time she has left.
Can she save her sister, the boy she loves, and the shattered story spheres before time runs out?
I loved this book just as much as the first (Okay, the first was my favorite, but this one is fantastic too!) I loved all the stories we got to enter, including a corrupted Pride and Prejudice, King Author, andddddddd our old favorite, the Wizard of Oz.
This is a great novel for young teens/adolescents and adventure-loving adults as well!
Scoresheet:
Category: YA Fantasy
Spice/Romance: Clean read/No spice. Brief kissing.
Violence: No gore or excessive violence, some description of pain
Morals/Worldview: Christian worldview. Good morals.
Recommended reading age: 12+
Language: None
Emlyn Dulaine is determined to save her friend (or crush) Laramie, who is trapped in the shattered spheres, wandering from story to story. Meanwhile, her sister Camille, who is finally free from her frozen state, has been kidnapped by a beautiful mermaid who claims to know Emlyn very well.
Emlyn tries her best to save both, but her creeping scale-like rash is causing her to wonder how much time she has left.
Can she save her sister, the boy she loves, and the shattered story spheres before time runs out?
I loved this book just as much as the first (Okay, the first was my favorite, but this one is fantastic too!) I loved all the stories we got to enter, including a corrupted Pride and Prejudice, King Author, andddddddd our old favorite, the Wizard of Oz.
This is a great novel for young teens/adolescents and adventure-loving adults as well!
Scoresheet:
Category: YA Fantasy
Spice/Romance: Clean read/No spice. Brief kissing.
Violence: No gore or excessive violence, some description of pain
Morals/Worldview: Christian worldview. Good morals.
Recommended reading age: 12+
Language: None
February 12, 2026
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (“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
(us only. void where prohibited by law or logistics. instagram is not affiliated with nor responsible for this giveaway. giveaway ends at 11:59 pm est on february 18, 2026.)
“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
(us only. void where prohibited by law or logistics. instagram is not affiliated with nor responsible for this giveaway. giveaway ends at 11:59 pm est on february 18, 2026.)
Review of advance copy received from Author
What a fantastic conclusion to this duology! Enchanting, whimsical, full of humor and heart, I couldn’t read fast enough. I’ve been anxiously awaiting this sequel, and it did not disappoint. It was so much more than I ever could’ve imagined.
This is a book lover’s dream! I loved seeing all the classic tales mixed up. I won’t mention which ones, though. Part of the fun, for me at least, was trying to figure out which ones they were.
This was action-packed right from the start and full of twists and turns I never saw coming. There were several times I literally gasped out loud at the turn of events.
I didn’t know how everything could possibly wrap up, but it was an absolutely masterful conclusion. It exceeded all of my very high expectations. I know I’m gonna want to reread it again and again! I can’t recommend it highly enough! This is not a standalone, so be sure to pick up book one before starting this one.
I received a copy of this book and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.
This is a book lover’s dream! I loved seeing all the classic tales mixed up. I won’t mention which ones, though. Part of the fun, for me at least, was trying to figure out which ones they were.
This was action-packed right from the start and full of twists and turns I never saw coming. There were several times I literally gasped out loud at the turn of events.
I didn’t know how everything could possibly wrap up, but it was an absolutely masterful conclusion. It exceeded all of my very high expectations. I know I’m gonna want to reread it again and again! I can’t recommend it highly enough! This is not a standalone, so be sure to pick up book one before starting this one.
I received a copy of this book and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.
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January 6, 2026The Restitching of Camille DuLaine is an emotionally rich and intricately imagined continuation of a storyworld where narrative itself becomes both battleground and lifeline. Lindsay A. Franklin blends high concept fantasy with deep emotional stakes, creating a tale that is as thoughtful as it is suspenseful.
What stands out most is the novel’s exploration of love, responsibility, and hope in the face of irreversible damage. Emlyn’s struggle to repair fractured storyworlds mirrors her internal conflicthow to protect what she loves without losing herself in the process. The layered worldbuilding, shifting story spheres, and ticking clock tension keep the narrative propulsive, while the heart of the story remains firmly anchored in relationships, sacrifice, and faith.
Camille’s awakening and imprisonment add a haunting emotional weight, expanding the story’s scope while deepening its intimacy. The result is a novel that feels both epic and personal, weaving wonder, danger, and redemption into a story that resonates long after the final page.
What stands out most is the novel’s exploration of love, responsibility, and hope in the face of irreversible damage. Emlyn’s struggle to repair fractured storyworlds mirrors her internal conflicthow to protect what she loves without losing herself in the process. The layered worldbuilding, shifting story spheres, and ticking clock tension keep the narrative propulsive, while the heart of the story remains firmly anchored in relationships, sacrifice, and faith.
Camille’s awakening and imprisonment add a haunting emotional weight, expanding the story’s scope while deepening its intimacy. The result is a novel that feels both epic and personal, weaving wonder, danger, and redemption into a story that resonates long after the final page.
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