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Camp Chronicles: Shadows No Longer
Ripped from her father, Ronan Pierce is unceremoniously dumped at Camp—a mysterious refuge deep in the woods that, technically, no one knows exists. The reason? She’s on the run from her mother, the ruthless leader of Hemlock, an international crime syndicate.
Already scheming ways to escape and reunite with her father, Ronan finds herself knee-deep in trouble. Forced to join the elite Ajax squad, clashing with the Camp clique known as Pseudo, and dealing with a strange, misfiring arrow that seems to follow her wherever she goes, Ronan begins to suspect that Camp may be just as dangerous as the world she left behind.
But following the danger may be the only way back home—or the only way to keep it from consuming her entire life.
Camp Shadows No Longer is the first installment in the thrilling Camp Chronicles series.
Camp Chronicles follows Ronan as she makes it into the elite Camp group called Ajax, gets stuffed into the Camp discipline program on an island in the middle of the lake for breaking into the teachers-only tech lab, and makes some enemies and friends while doing it. Ronan is forced into discovering who or what is after her and why, and she realizes that what is happening inside Camp, just might be connected to the outside world. The one thing that none of them are supposed to be a part of.
Already scheming ways to escape and reunite with her father, Ronan finds herself knee-deep in trouble. Forced to join the elite Ajax squad, clashing with the Camp clique known as Pseudo, and dealing with a strange, misfiring arrow that seems to follow her wherever she goes, Ronan begins to suspect that Camp may be just as dangerous as the world she left behind.
But following the danger may be the only way back home—or the only way to keep it from consuming her entire life.
Camp Shadows No Longer is the first installment in the thrilling Camp Chronicles series.
Camp Chronicles follows Ronan as she makes it into the elite Camp group called Ajax, gets stuffed into the Camp discipline program on an island in the middle of the lake for breaking into the teachers-only tech lab, and makes some enemies and friends while doing it. Ronan is forced into discovering who or what is after her and why, and she realizes that what is happening inside Camp, just might be connected to the outside world. The one thing that none of them are supposed to be a part of.
335 pages, Paperback
Published September 12, 2025
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About the author
Ronan Jericho
1 book10 followersRonan Jericho is the author of Camp Chronicles—a multi-book adventure series starring her self-named lead, Ronan Pierce. The first book in the series, Camp Chronicles: Shadows No Longer, was published on September 12, 2025.
Jericho has been writing since childhood—her first story centered on the dust bunnies under the family couch—and she never stopped, realizing it was more than just a hobby. Camp Chronicles began in 2018 after she graduated college, and the series was written and refined over the years from its early drafts to its final publication.
She is currently developing additional books in the Camp Chronicles series, with more adventures following Ronan Pierce already underway. Jericho has also created a connected universe called The Mirror Garden, which features separate, stand-alone stories and characters that explore different corners of one fictional world. The characters often cross paths, but more than that, they are reflections—mirrored versions of the same soul across different timelines, moods, or what-ifs.
She is excited to introduce her readers to more Camp, The Mirror Garden, and other series coming soon.
www.ronanjericho.com
www.thecampchronicle.com
Jericho has been writing since childhood—her first story centered on the dust bunnies under the family couch—and she never stopped, realizing it was more than just a hobby. Camp Chronicles began in 2018 after she graduated college, and the series was written and refined over the years from its early drafts to its final publication.
She is currently developing additional books in the Camp Chronicles series, with more adventures following Ronan Pierce already underway. Jericho has also created a connected universe called The Mirror Garden, which features separate, stand-alone stories and characters that explore different corners of one fictional world. The characters often cross paths, but more than that, they are reflections—mirrored versions of the same soul across different timelines, moods, or what-ifs.
She is excited to introduce her readers to more Camp, The Mirror Garden, and other series coming soon.
www.ronanjericho.com
www.thecampchronicle.com
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January 29, 2026
Ummm-hello??! THIS BOOK WAS SO GOOD. Easy 5 ⭐️ I found myself laughing AND crying during this book. I was never bored. Not once. And the best part is that it’s completely CLEAN. Whoo!! 🥳
Y’all if you like books then I highly recommend this one. Also it’s very similar to Percy Jackson, so if you like that then you’ll LOVE THIS. Amazing camp vibes, memorable characters, HILARIOUS. Ughhh it’s so good I’m in love ❤️❤️
I CAN’T WAIT FOR THE SECOND ONEEE
Y’all if you like books then I highly recommend this one. Also it’s very similar to Percy Jackson, so if you like that then you’ll LOVE THIS. Amazing camp vibes, memorable characters, HILARIOUS. Ughhh it’s so good I’m in love ❤️❤️
I CAN’T WAIT FOR THE SECOND ONEEE
February 2, 2026
I’m so sad right now. SO SAD. I just finished it and now I have to WAIT for the next one. I’m soooooo looking forward to book 2 😆 This is one of my new favorites. I’m recommending it to everyone. I read this in three days and barely put it down. I haven’t slept since I started reading this. I’ve been staying up till 11:30 every night telling myself every time I look at my clock, ”Just five more minutes…”
All the characters were so well written, love able, the plot was amazing, it was clean, and there was never a dull moment. I have zero complaints. I’m on team Riley. All the way. I want to go to Camp. Right now please. I’m in love with everything about this book and am WAY too excited for the next one!!!! 5⭐️
All the characters were so well written, love able, the plot was amazing, it was clean, and there was never a dull moment. I have zero complaints. I’m on team Riley. All the way. I want to go to Camp. Right now please. I’m in love with everything about this book and am WAY too excited for the next one!!!! 5⭐️
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December 8, 2025Riley Eastwood fan club over here!!!
For a debut novel, this is nothing other than incredibly impressive. This felt like a very masterful work of art and I’m so grateful for the chance to have read it and look forward to seeing the direction the series takes. The cliffhanger this book ends on definitely encourages the feeling of wanting to read more! The author should feel incredibly proud of themselves for creating such an immersive reading experience within their first novel, truly it was an impressive read.
For future editions, I would really encourage the author to include a map in the first few pages, I found myself wishing that were there several times. I also think a list with all the students would be helpful, perhaps after the map in maybe a computer-looking format like the pages we see Ronan stealing quite often! These two would really help the reader experience but of course that’s just my opinion.
This is definitely a book worth exploring and taking the time to read!
For a debut novel, this is nothing other than incredibly impressive. This felt like a very masterful work of art and I’m so grateful for the chance to have read it and look forward to seeing the direction the series takes. The cliffhanger this book ends on definitely encourages the feeling of wanting to read more! The author should feel incredibly proud of themselves for creating such an immersive reading experience within their first novel, truly it was an impressive read.
For future editions, I would really encourage the author to include a map in the first few pages, I found myself wishing that were there several times. I also think a list with all the students would be helpful, perhaps after the map in maybe a computer-looking format like the pages we see Ronan stealing quite often! These two would really help the reader experience but of course that’s just my opinion.
This is definitely a book worth exploring and taking the time to read!
October 13, 2025
I truly enjoyed reading this book. I am excited to say that this is a series I'll look forward to for a long time (or as long as she keeps writing them). This delivers what it says it will, a new Percy Jackson or Harry Potter-esque book, and I love that it was exactly what they said it was.
Characters--
Ronan Pierce
Ronan is such a breath of fresh air. She stands apart as a female lead in the modern-day dogma of literary heroines, which sells us: 1) sappy romance girl, 2) dark romance girl, 3) angry girl, 4) angry housewife. I realize that this is marketed to YA 13-18, but even so, a lot of the YA books I've read recently are just banging the same gong of Girl 1-3 listed above, but packaged for a younger audience. Ronan is NOT that. She doesn't really even feel like a "female lead," she just feels like a kid we all want to get behind, which is why this book is so good. She is spunky, unbothered, and always getting herself into avoidable trouble. You will love her by the end of the book, if not within the first few pages of her intro. She is a character that will go down in history if Jericho keeps it up.
Eastwoods
The Eastwoods are perfect foils to Ronan, but also to the modern YA fiction "love interest" narrative. First of all, they are all uniquely different and their voices are distinguishable, and second, none of them like her in the sense of love interest, which is refreshing. Listen, I am down for a romance, but when they are this young and in such deep, uh, trouble all the time, it feels superfluous. And Jericho nails the tension of keeping the Eastwoods as Ronan's friends (to a degree) where we root for them as brother/sister, best friends, etc. Maybe this will change, but for a first book, it's a great move and builds the universe perfectly. Also the Eastwoods are just awesome boys and I wish they were real.
Ronan's friends
Jericho lines up a cast you WANT to know personally, and the camp comes alive because of it. Sure, the camp vibe itself is fantastic, but the kids she has created make it 10x better. Jonathan, Bentley, Gigi, and Hannah are 10/10 "side characters" to the point where they don't feel like side characters. Jericho also throws in a lot of other names, and you'd think the plot would spiral out of control, but somehow it doesn't. Each kid means something and does something—Daisy, Winn, Bodhi, Carden, Fatima—all of them are memorable and have distinct personalities, which I find to be remarkable.
The Plot--
Most first novels suffer from "First Novel Syndrome," where the author tries to shove the entire universe into the first book. We don't have that here. In fact, we walk away with tons of unanswered questions (exactly like PJ or HP), and it leaves room to wonder about the future and what each thing represents. There is a clear trail to follow, but I don't think we'll see it until a few books in.
For a first novel, this book hits all the marks Harry Potter and Percy Jackson did. It builds the world, you get invested, you don't get it solved, you're curious, you're wondering what's next, and you feel like you need a Camp sweatshirt.
Jericho spins a narrative that feels almost surreal. The reveal of this novel's "bad guy" is actually surprising, but the clues were there all along. Jericho also splashes in tons of fun and creative moments that add color. Where a lot of current novels just push through to get to narrative points, Jericho isn't afraid to step outside that expectation, adding fun elements like In Modo Di or hilarious anecdotes about a teacher wearing crocs. I actually LOLd several times.
Writing Style--
Jericho's writing style feels like a blend of Austen, Riordan, and, well, Jericho. She doesn't shy away from making up her own words (did anyone else catch "schlumped"?) and creating dialogue that you wouldn't hear anywhere else. She's witty, punchy, but detailed. She balanced being verbose with being short and to the point. I really enjoyed her prose in comparison with what I read in other books, which all feels the same.
All in all--
10/10. I can't wait for the rest of the series and am excited to read whatever comes next!
Characters--
Ronan Pierce
Ronan is such a breath of fresh air. She stands apart as a female lead in the modern-day dogma of literary heroines, which sells us: 1) sappy romance girl, 2) dark romance girl, 3) angry girl, 4) angry housewife. I realize that this is marketed to YA 13-18, but even so, a lot of the YA books I've read recently are just banging the same gong of Girl 1-3 listed above, but packaged for a younger audience. Ronan is NOT that. She doesn't really even feel like a "female lead," she just feels like a kid we all want to get behind, which is why this book is so good. She is spunky, unbothered, and always getting herself into avoidable trouble. You will love her by the end of the book, if not within the first few pages of her intro. She is a character that will go down in history if Jericho keeps it up.
Eastwoods
The Eastwoods are perfect foils to Ronan, but also to the modern YA fiction "love interest" narrative. First of all, they are all uniquely different and their voices are distinguishable, and second, none of them like her in the sense of love interest, which is refreshing. Listen, I am down for a romance, but when they are this young and in such deep, uh, trouble all the time, it feels superfluous. And Jericho nails the tension of keeping the Eastwoods as Ronan's friends (to a degree) where we root for them as brother/sister, best friends, etc. Maybe this will change, but for a first book, it's a great move and builds the universe perfectly. Also the Eastwoods are just awesome boys and I wish they were real.
Ronan's friends
Jericho lines up a cast you WANT to know personally, and the camp comes alive because of it. Sure, the camp vibe itself is fantastic, but the kids she has created make it 10x better. Jonathan, Bentley, Gigi, and Hannah are 10/10 "side characters" to the point where they don't feel like side characters. Jericho also throws in a lot of other names, and you'd think the plot would spiral out of control, but somehow it doesn't. Each kid means something and does something—Daisy, Winn, Bodhi, Carden, Fatima—all of them are memorable and have distinct personalities, which I find to be remarkable.
The Plot--
Most first novels suffer from "First Novel Syndrome," where the author tries to shove the entire universe into the first book. We don't have that here. In fact, we walk away with tons of unanswered questions (exactly like PJ or HP), and it leaves room to wonder about the future and what each thing represents. There is a clear trail to follow, but I don't think we'll see it until a few books in.
For a first novel, this book hits all the marks Harry Potter and Percy Jackson did. It builds the world, you get invested, you don't get it solved, you're curious, you're wondering what's next, and you feel like you need a Camp sweatshirt.
Jericho spins a narrative that feels almost surreal. The reveal of this novel's "bad guy" is actually surprising, but the clues were there all along. Jericho also splashes in tons of fun and creative moments that add color. Where a lot of current novels just push through to get to narrative points, Jericho isn't afraid to step outside that expectation, adding fun elements like In Modo Di or hilarious anecdotes about a teacher wearing crocs. I actually LOLd several times.
Writing Style--
Jericho's writing style feels like a blend of Austen, Riordan, and, well, Jericho. She doesn't shy away from making up her own words (did anyone else catch "schlumped"?) and creating dialogue that you wouldn't hear anywhere else. She's witty, punchy, but detailed. She balanced being verbose with being short and to the point. I really enjoyed her prose in comparison with what I read in other books, which all feels the same.
All in all--
10/10. I can't wait for the rest of the series and am excited to read whatever comes next!
November 16, 2025
I randomly found this book I think because of the algorithm on Amazon knowing I'm in Nova Scotia, Canada and the book takes place in Cape Breton (which is part of Nova Scotia for all of you who aren't familiar!). Initially, I was like "What? A book on Cape Breton?!" and then it just shocked me to no end that it actually WAS located there.
Anyway, Cape Breton aside, I had no idea what to expect when I picked up the book. I just am so over tropes, BookTok, and all these weird fairy/hockey/princess/forbidden romance books, and so I was worried, but YEEE-FREAKING-HAW Camp Chronicles defied ALLLLLL my expectations. It's such a nostalgic feel, like when I picked up Harry Potter for the first time as a kid. Obvi, Camp is diff. than Harry, but the vibe of a true adventure book is there. I genuinely couldn't love it more.
Ronan Pierce (character, not to be confused with the author which made me lol) is a character I just get behind by default. I think it's because she's so darn unruly and just doesn't care about anything. I can vibe with that. She's a real fighter too. Not in a way that makes you dislike her either, you just continue to take her side, even against your better judgment. I also love that she isn't described as being "perfect." Like, she is clearly not the prettiest girly in the bunch or even the wallflower that the popular guy eventually notices—no, the popular guy doesn't like her at all and she dislikes him—and I love that Jericho wrote a character not based on looks alone. Maybe Ronan P. will grow into herself eventually, but I'm loving the awkward teen phase.
The setting is awesome (at least for me) bc I am from Nova Scotia and I feel like we're only known for Anne of Green Gables, so I hope this takes off just for that tbh. And I'm not sure were Jericho is from, but she does a good job of nailing the Breton atmosphere imo. Went once on vacation.
Camp lore is amazing, too. I enjoyed Tesla, the trails, Ajax, In Modo Di, and the routine battle Ronan embarks on against Janie, Tressius, Soo-ja, and all of Pseudo.
I just think this book is going places, big time. I'm sure people will get on here and complain about things eventually, but this book deserves praise. Especially because it is CLEAN!!! No spice, no unnecessary gore/violence, no cursing, no weird subplots with questionable characters. Yes, *spoiler* someone does die, but the books have to have stakes... like, what are we supposed to do, not have anything happen?
I'll be following along for more. Thank you, Ronan Jericho for an amazing three-day novel binge. Haven't done that in a while.
Anyway, Cape Breton aside, I had no idea what to expect when I picked up the book. I just am so over tropes, BookTok, and all these weird fairy/hockey/princess/forbidden romance books, and so I was worried, but YEEE-FREAKING-HAW Camp Chronicles defied ALLLLLL my expectations. It's such a nostalgic feel, like when I picked up Harry Potter for the first time as a kid. Obvi, Camp is diff. than Harry, but the vibe of a true adventure book is there. I genuinely couldn't love it more.
Ronan Pierce (character, not to be confused with the author which made me lol) is a character I just get behind by default. I think it's because she's so darn unruly and just doesn't care about anything. I can vibe with that. She's a real fighter too. Not in a way that makes you dislike her either, you just continue to take her side, even against your better judgment. I also love that she isn't described as being "perfect." Like, she is clearly not the prettiest girly in the bunch or even the wallflower that the popular guy eventually notices—no, the popular guy doesn't like her at all and she dislikes him—and I love that Jericho wrote a character not based on looks alone. Maybe Ronan P. will grow into herself eventually, but I'm loving the awkward teen phase.
The setting is awesome (at least for me) bc I am from Nova Scotia and I feel like we're only known for Anne of Green Gables, so I hope this takes off just for that tbh. And I'm not sure were Jericho is from, but she does a good job of nailing the Breton atmosphere imo. Went once on vacation.
Camp lore is amazing, too. I enjoyed Tesla, the trails, Ajax, In Modo Di, and the routine battle Ronan embarks on against Janie, Tressius, Soo-ja, and all of Pseudo.
I just think this book is going places, big time. I'm sure people will get on here and complain about things eventually, but this book deserves praise. Especially because it is CLEAN!!! No spice, no unnecessary gore/violence, no cursing, no weird subplots with questionable characters. Yes, *spoiler* someone does die, but the books have to have stakes... like, what are we supposed to do, not have anything happen?
I'll be following along for more. Thank you, Ronan Jericho for an amazing three-day novel binge. Haven't done that in a while.
September 13, 2025
I got on the early-reader list for this one and can't say enough about it. Had no idea what to expect, but was immediately sucked in within the first few pages. I am also not getting paid a cent for this review and wasn't even asked to write one!! The author, Ronan Jericho, just sent out copies, no charge, to anyone who asked. 10/10.
So, this is a YA fiction book that will likely shake up the industry. After countless YA novels that are all singing the same song, Jericho writes differently—a clear student of both Jane Austen and Rick Riordan, yet distinctly her own at the same time—and her universe is full of life. Shadows No Longer is a thrilling first installment that manages humor, suspense, action, and some characters that you just want to get behind. Literally cried at the end when the unfortunate Ajax "situation" takes places with stupid Trellwith. (Can you tell I'm invested?)
Ronan Pierce is one of those once-in-a-lifetime heroines that is unapologetically herself (at only 13) and, I imagine, will be as beloved as Harry and Percy. She's just that good and that inspiring. The supporting cast isn't just a cast that you forget nor do they simply act as foils or sidekicks to Ronan. Riley Eastwood (and all the Eastwood Brothers) are dynamic, as are Hannah, Gigi, Jonathan, and Bentley. The descriptions of Camp, and the inner workings, are well thought out and believable. Every single part of the book works seamlessly together in the way that only the best books do.
I really can't say enough about it and I am looking forward to where this series will go. Jericho has something special here and I recommend anyone (even older readers) take a crack at this book.
The Vespers enjoyed having you :)
So, this is a YA fiction book that will likely shake up the industry. After countless YA novels that are all singing the same song, Jericho writes differently—a clear student of both Jane Austen and Rick Riordan, yet distinctly her own at the same time—and her universe is full of life. Shadows No Longer is a thrilling first installment that manages humor, suspense, action, and some characters that you just want to get behind. Literally cried at the end when the unfortunate Ajax "situation" takes places with stupid Trellwith. (Can you tell I'm invested?)
Ronan Pierce is one of those once-in-a-lifetime heroines that is unapologetically herself (at only 13) and, I imagine, will be as beloved as Harry and Percy. She's just that good and that inspiring. The supporting cast isn't just a cast that you forget nor do they simply act as foils or sidekicks to Ronan. Riley Eastwood (and all the Eastwood Brothers) are dynamic, as are Hannah, Gigi, Jonathan, and Bentley. The descriptions of Camp, and the inner workings, are well thought out and believable. Every single part of the book works seamlessly together in the way that only the best books do.
I really can't say enough about it and I am looking forward to where this series will go. Jericho has something special here and I recommend anyone (even older readers) take a crack at this book.
The Vespers enjoyed having you :)
November 18, 2025
Oh, we’re bringing back the classics with this one, aren’t we?!
First off, the camaraderie between the characters is so strong in this book. I was dying to be apart of their world and in with Camp and Ajax. Second, the mood and vision is better than a Pinterest board. I can picture what this place looks like to a T. I also found the Camp Pinterest board so that was helpful too lol, but the cool thing was it matched my vision. Third, the characters are real, understandable, and distinct. Nobody is superfluous, nobody is a repeat of the other person, even Gigi and Hannah are distinct. Characters can become throwaway, fillers, but everyone here serves a purpose. It’s also funny—genuinely hilariously funny, not slapstick, just idk like picturing these kids together battling professors wearing crocs and rain boots is just… fantastical.
The other thing I loved were the Interpersonal conflicts and how they were realistic and psychologically deep. Ronan’s insane mental state makes sense with what she’s dealing with. Riley is stoic but you can see the older brother in him. Win’s chaos makes him a perfect foil to the Eastwoods.
Plot: bar none. You will not point the finger at the right person, but the clues were there all along. It isn’t too fast or too slow. I didn’t feel like I was being dragged along nor was I bored. It also makes sense, there’s no point that felt like a ? mark. There was urgency that built perfectly.
Finally, and most importantly, we are dying for clean YA fiction, no dark romance, no romanticizing weird or bad things, no drugs, alcohol, or sex. Sure call me a prude, but I’m sick of being assaulted while reading. Camp is bringing back the classics because it IS a classic.
5/5
First off, the camaraderie between the characters is so strong in this book. I was dying to be apart of their world and in with Camp and Ajax. Second, the mood and vision is better than a Pinterest board. I can picture what this place looks like to a T. I also found the Camp Pinterest board so that was helpful too lol, but the cool thing was it matched my vision. Third, the characters are real, understandable, and distinct. Nobody is superfluous, nobody is a repeat of the other person, even Gigi and Hannah are distinct. Characters can become throwaway, fillers, but everyone here serves a purpose. It’s also funny—genuinely hilariously funny, not slapstick, just idk like picturing these kids together battling professors wearing crocs and rain boots is just… fantastical.
The other thing I loved were the Interpersonal conflicts and how they were realistic and psychologically deep. Ronan’s insane mental state makes sense with what she’s dealing with. Riley is stoic but you can see the older brother in him. Win’s chaos makes him a perfect foil to the Eastwoods.
Plot: bar none. You will not point the finger at the right person, but the clues were there all along. It isn’t too fast or too slow. I didn’t feel like I was being dragged along nor was I bored. It also makes sense, there’s no point that felt like a ? mark. There was urgency that built perfectly.
Finally, and most importantly, we are dying for clean YA fiction, no dark romance, no romanticizing weird or bad things, no drugs, alcohol, or sex. Sure call me a prude, but I’m sick of being assaulted while reading. Camp is bringing back the classics because it IS a classic.
5/5
January 15, 2026
Fantastic read! Has everything you could ask for: adventure, suspense and humor too! Loved the names of places - like the ‘Unmentionables Migration Route’ and mysterious antagonist who kept missing the shot known only as ‘Bad Aim’. Laughed out loud at that one! Storyline is unexpectedly poignant at times as well. Found myself teary eyed more than once. Finished book straightaways. Luckily author does great job setting stage for next book in series. Looking forward to finding out asap what Camp has in store for Rowan.
February 15, 2026
I can't wait for the next book to come out! I would highly recommend this book to anyone as it fits in so many good genres. I actually liked this book more than the first Percy Jackson.
November 18, 2025
What a story!!
Seriously. Took a chance on Amazon after seeing an ad, and I can't say enough. I read it in two days, stayed up late at night, like I was ten again. Thank you, Ronan Jericho, for that experience. Please, send more.
Okay, so why does this book feel different? I liken our current book options to modern pop music, churned out, mostly unoriginal, can't compare to the eighties. For books, it's the same trope, churned out, poorly edited, mostly unoriginal, can't compare to Percy Jackson much less Anne of Green Gables type stuff that we see over and over again in different packaging. Yes, I am stick of the huge block letters on books with titles all like "THE SUMMER AT LAKE PINESNAP: A NOVEL" AKA A REALLY BAD ROMANCE. No, Camp Chronicles is built different.
Writing Style: 10/10. Jericho writes in a way I haven't read in a long time. A veritable blend of Riordan, Rowling, and, well, Ronan? She named her main character after herself and I have to give her Austen-level props for that too. Camp blends the best of YA Fiction without the spice, darkness, or violence that plagues modern books that I am just... over. Like, give me a story!! Give me characters I want to dress up as for Halloween again.
Character: 10/10. Ronan Pierce is the most lovable little rebellious queen. She's got a biting wit/sarcasm, humor, a real sense of adventure, she bends right and wrong to get her desired outcome, and she struggles with anger/fear. I love her with my whole heart. Riley Eastwood is the oldest brother we all NEEDED but didn't get. I loved the ending too (bittersweet...) where we see him actually make some changes to that cold/stoic shell. Apollo, Jansen, and Riordan aren't just silly bystanders but each add something unique. Jansen's intellect, Riordan's humor, Apollo's dislike of Ronan, it's all great. Soo-ja, Tressius, and Trellwith make a wonderful and annoying tag-team of awfulness. Janie is just diabolical. I think these characters will go down in history. If I call you a Janie Marais know it's not a compliment.
Setting: 12/10. Planning my trip to Cape Breton NOW.
Future: 15/10. This series will OWN my life into perpetuity. I am SO happy this was published and I can't wait to see where it goes.
YOU NEED TO READ IT!
Seriously. Took a chance on Amazon after seeing an ad, and I can't say enough. I read it in two days, stayed up late at night, like I was ten again. Thank you, Ronan Jericho, for that experience. Please, send more.
Okay, so why does this book feel different? I liken our current book options to modern pop music, churned out, mostly unoriginal, can't compare to the eighties. For books, it's the same trope, churned out, poorly edited, mostly unoriginal, can't compare to Percy Jackson much less Anne of Green Gables type stuff that we see over and over again in different packaging. Yes, I am stick of the huge block letters on books with titles all like "THE SUMMER AT LAKE PINESNAP: A NOVEL" AKA A REALLY BAD ROMANCE. No, Camp Chronicles is built different.
Writing Style: 10/10. Jericho writes in a way I haven't read in a long time. A veritable blend of Riordan, Rowling, and, well, Ronan? She named her main character after herself and I have to give her Austen-level props for that too. Camp blends the best of YA Fiction without the spice, darkness, or violence that plagues modern books that I am just... over. Like, give me a story!! Give me characters I want to dress up as for Halloween again.
Character: 10/10. Ronan Pierce is the most lovable little rebellious queen. She's got a biting wit/sarcasm, humor, a real sense of adventure, she bends right and wrong to get her desired outcome, and she struggles with anger/fear. I love her with my whole heart. Riley Eastwood is the oldest brother we all NEEDED but didn't get. I loved the ending too (bittersweet...) where we see him actually make some changes to that cold/stoic shell. Apollo, Jansen, and Riordan aren't just silly bystanders but each add something unique. Jansen's intellect, Riordan's humor, Apollo's dislike of Ronan, it's all great. Soo-ja, Tressius, and Trellwith make a wonderful and annoying tag-team of awfulness. Janie is just diabolical. I think these characters will go down in history. If I call you a Janie Marais know it's not a compliment.
Setting: 12/10. Planning my trip to Cape Breton NOW.
Future: 15/10. This series will OWN my life into perpetuity. I am SO happy this was published and I can't wait to see where it goes.
YOU NEED TO READ IT!
January 24, 2026
i am slightly embarrassed to say that as a full grown adult working a corporate job, i’ve wanted nothing more than to drop it all and move to a secret camp in the middle of nova scotia thanks to this book.
camp chronicles is probably one of the better books i’ve read in an incredibly long time; a mix of harry potter, percy jackson, hunger games, and every other whimsical series you can think of. the writing was witty and intelligent, each character well developed and ones you can feel connected to instantly - ranging from a cranky 13 year old to a kooky 50 year old professor. i felt like i escaped into a perfect world of nature, action AND one where the food seems better than anything ive ever had in the united states.
safe to say this was one of my best purchases for the fall and PLEASE RELEASE A SECOND ONE SOON!
camp chronicles is probably one of the better books i’ve read in an incredibly long time; a mix of harry potter, percy jackson, hunger games, and every other whimsical series you can think of. the writing was witty and intelligent, each character well developed and ones you can feel connected to instantly - ranging from a cranky 13 year old to a kooky 50 year old professor. i felt like i escaped into a perfect world of nature, action AND one where the food seems better than anything ive ever had in the united states.
safe to say this was one of my best purchases for the fall and PLEASE RELEASE A SECOND ONE SOON!
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