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Avery Rome #1
Scales
Hold on, because help is coming...
After murdering six people, Avery Rome was sent off to learn the ways of the Chosen. Twin souled Shapeshifters that each have a wonderful gift, the ability to become an animal at will. Unlike the curse that Avery has, becoming a Death Serpent. The vilest of all things, according to her old clan.
A Dragon.
Cast into the world, she must make her way as best she can. Protecting those around her. From herself. After finding a wonderful gift, that of Line Walking, she seeks to aid those who have taken her in, just as the Humans attack, for unknown reasons.
Now it is up to one girl to find those who would kill innocents, before they are forgotten by a world cast into a war they cannot afford.
After murdering six people, Avery Rome was sent off to learn the ways of the Chosen. Twin souled Shapeshifters that each have a wonderful gift, the ability to become an animal at will. Unlike the curse that Avery has, becoming a Death Serpent. The vilest of all things, according to her old clan.
A Dragon.
Cast into the world, she must make her way as best she can. Protecting those around her. From herself. After finding a wonderful gift, that of Line Walking, she seeks to aid those who have taken her in, just as the Humans attack, for unknown reasons.
Now it is up to one girl to find those who would kill innocents, before they are forgotten by a world cast into a war they cannot afford.
327 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 30, 2016
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About the author
P.S. Power
188 books294 followersP.S. Power works in fiction, mainly focusing on Fantasy, Science Fiction and Horror genres, with brief forays into other things just to keep life interesting. He averages 1 to 2 books monthly and has several series going. He lives in an isolated cabin in the middle of nowhere, as a recluse, yet still manages to find time to talk to people online, in a positive and delightful manner. Not one of those creepy hermit types though, you understand. It's more of an isolated farm style thing. Or ranch really. He's also interested in three dimensional photography, and long moonlit walks on the beach, sometimes with vampires. When he can find time he also does writing and voice work for scripted online programs. Anyway, feel free to drop him a line.
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Hello Everyone!
In chatting with Dale over the past few weeks, it was decided that he was interested in blogging to you, his readers. The blog he had within the main site was not going to be a viable solution and there were thoughts of just creating a Forum where only he could post and everyone else could reply. This MOD is a nice meeting of the two for what will hopefully be a highly successful blog!
Hoping this first (and only) post by me will kick off a nice method of interaction with Dale's readers!
Brent / Argy / ArgyrosfeniX
p.s. - Also going to try and get the feed that comes with this to feed into Amazon and Goodreads. Good luck to one and all!!
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Or visit his forum:
http://pspowerbooks.com/phpBBF/index.php
http://pspowerbooks.com/phpBBF
A place to get together and discuss the books, and other topics.
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Tue, 28 Jul 2015 19:01:08 -0500
http://pspowerbooks.com/phpBBF/blog.p...
http://pspowerbooks.com/phpBBF/blog.p...
Hello Everyone!
In chatting with Dale over the past few weeks, it was decided that he was interested in blogging to you, his readers. The blog he had within the main site was not going to be a viable solution and there were thoughts of just creating a Forum where only he could post and everyone else could reply. This MOD is a nice meeting of the two for what will hopefully be a highly successful blog!
Hoping this first (and only) post by me will kick off a nice method of interaction with Dale's readers!
Brent / Argy / ArgyrosfeniX
p.s. - Also going to try and get the feed that comes with this to feed into Amazon and Goodreads. Good luck to one and all!!
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May 4, 2017
I enjoyed this book.
The author presents an urban fantasy world that is a bit different from the rest, mainly in that the supernaturals all seem to be fairly cooperative with each other and appreciative of talent when they see it.
The protagonist was interesting and fairly well designed. She is a very over-powered individual, but her personality seems to balance that out and she is fun to read about. I have trouble believing how little everyone she met took advantage of her, but I had a lot of fun watching her make friends everywhere, anyway.
The plot moved along really well. There were parts of the story that I felt needed much more detail and there were points in the story where more conflict would have been more interesting and entertaining. The story behind how the protagonist and her cohorts got to a certain point seemed like it could have been more interesting, but was glossed over with quite a jump. I think it was Stephen King, in his book "On Writing," who said, "show, don't tell."
One final criticism...I think the author needs to spend just a bit of time learning more about the question mark and how to use it. It's not the first time I've seen an author make 70-80% of the dialog into questions, but it's really annoying, every time. It made it seem like every single character was an extremely tentative nit, at times. I suppose it is possible that the author actually hears a questioning lilt, at the end of every sentence, when he talks to people in real life. I would imagine most people do not.
All in all, this book was a fun read, and I would recommend it to people who like urban fantasy.
The author presents an urban fantasy world that is a bit different from the rest, mainly in that the supernaturals all seem to be fairly cooperative with each other and appreciative of talent when they see it.
The protagonist was interesting and fairly well designed. She is a very over-powered individual, but her personality seems to balance that out and she is fun to read about. I have trouble believing how little everyone she met took advantage of her, but I had a lot of fun watching her make friends everywhere, anyway.
The plot moved along really well. There were parts of the story that I felt needed much more detail and there were points in the story where more conflict would have been more interesting and entertaining. The story behind how the protagonist and her cohorts got to a certain point seemed like it could have been more interesting, but was glossed over with quite a jump. I think it was Stephen King, in his book "On Writing," who said, "show, don't tell."
One final criticism...I think the author needs to spend just a bit of time learning more about the question mark and how to use it. It's not the first time I've seen an author make 70-80% of the dialog into questions, but it's really annoying, every time. It made it seem like every single character was an extremely tentative nit, at times. I suppose it is possible that the author actually hears a questioning lilt, at the end of every sentence, when he talks to people in real life. I would imagine most people do not.
All in all, this book was a fun read, and I would recommend it to people who like urban fantasy.
September 16, 2016
A little confusing in the beginning and then introducing previously known characters with abilities that have not been covered, at least not in the Keeley Thomson/Other Places and Eve Benson novels. I assume that Eve's new skills were develped in the Tyler G novels (only read the one - uninspiring) - see Update below.
Now it seems that I will have to read the next 2 in the series in order to catch up on Eve's and Kaitlyns's new abilities. Apparently Avery spent 500 years in the void and no insight as to what went on in said void............apart from becoming a to Line Walker
Update 15 Sept
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The missing novel is Shield of Innocence (Alternate Places Book 4) where Eve/Kaitlyn also become Line Walkers. This book is not mentioned at the end of the any other book and needs to be read prior to SCALES just to ensure the continuity of the development of the characters.
Now upgrading the rating of the book to 3 stars
Now it seems that I will have to read the next 2 in the series in order to catch up on Eve's and Kaitlyns's new abilities. Apparently Avery spent 500 years in the void and no insight as to what went on in said void............apart from becoming a to Line Walker
Update 15 Sept
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The missing novel is Shield of Innocence (Alternate Places Book 4) where Eve/Kaitlyn also become Line Walkers. This book is not mentioned at the end of the any other book and needs to be read prior to SCALES just to ensure the continuity of the development of the characters.
Now upgrading the rating of the book to 3 stars
August 29, 2016
Awesome powers
First time to read a book by P.S. Powers, I found the beginning somewhat confusing, but I think if I had read some of the other books by this author I would have not been confused. I enjoyed the story. Avery, a young shifter raised in a bigoted, repressed society must learn to accept other races. She learns also that just because she was rejected by her birth society, she is a person of great worth. Over e coming her own personal prejudices, she is instrumental in solving a serious crime.
First time to read a book by P.S. Powers, I found the beginning somewhat confusing, but I think if I had read some of the other books by this author I would have not been confused. I enjoyed the story. Avery, a young shifter raised in a bigoted, repressed society must learn to accept other races. She learns also that just because she was rejected by her birth society, she is a person of great worth. Over e coming her own personal prejudices, she is instrumental in solving a serious crime.
August 8, 2016
P.S. Power has a fast paced one again.
The first story in this new series is great. The introduction of Avery Rose moves extremely quickly. If you haven't read some, or all, of her other works you will be behind the curve. The whole of the novels about these different realities is woven into a greater, massive work of writing genius.
The first story in this new series is great. The introduction of Avery Rose moves extremely quickly. If you haven't read some, or all, of her other works you will be behind the curve. The whole of the novels about these different realities is woven into a greater, massive work of writing genius.
August 28, 2016
Dragon shifter!
Growing up in a cult that hates dragons can lead to unfortunate out comes. Especially when you turn out to be one of the dragons. Like eating the cult leaders when they try and kill you.
Growing up in a cult that hates dragons can lead to unfortunate out comes. Especially when you turn out to be one of the dragons. Like eating the cult leaders when they try and kill you.
August 14, 2016
Easy reading and great characters
I've enjoyed the books by this author from the beginning. He's been an inspiration for my own novels. Great characters and the way he's tied all of his books together is fascinating. Thanks for locking the boring guy in the basement.
I've enjoyed the books by this author from the beginning. He's been an inspiration for my own novels. Great characters and the way he's tied all of his books together is fascinating. Thanks for locking the boring guy in the basement.
November 26, 2016
Great start
Defiantly a great start of a paranormal tale. This book Build's the story well, with enough action and mystery to keep your attention. You find yourself not wishing to put it down until your done.
Defiantly a great start of a paranormal tale. This book Build's the story well, with enough action and mystery to keep your attention. You find yourself not wishing to put it down until your done.
January 10, 2017
Great reading
Enjoyed the storyline and the main character. Avery Rome has many things going for her that she never realized till she is exposed to other shifters and other beings. The story is well written and doesn't leave the reader lost.
Enjoyed the storyline and the main character. Avery Rome has many things going for her that she never realized till she is exposed to other shifters and other beings. The story is well written and doesn't leave the reader lost.
August 10, 2016
Interesting premise
This was an interesting story that had many different aspects to the world that make it unique. I really enjoyed it.
This was an interesting story that had many different aspects to the world that make it unique. I really enjoyed it.
November 27, 2016
Must Read
One of the best new authors I have read in months. Fresh perspective, fascinating and unexpected twists and turns, a series I intend to stay on top of.
One of the best new authors I have read in months. Fresh perspective, fascinating and unexpected twists and turns, a series I intend to stay on top of.
May 22, 2017
Three and a half
Was enjoyable enough that will read the next one, but can't help but feel that there was some holes in the back story. ««spoiler»» The ideas of having her stay at the camp for three years training as well as for her own safety made sense, what was lacking was the emotional support that any care giver would have offered over what was basically given in a three-year period. Yes I can understand that a male figure is what the man character was raised to listen to, but the fact that she had no female authority figure at the camp rings hollow to me. In almost any training that is co-ed there is a position that is simpler to a den mother. The fact that you are led to believe that a thirteen year old is left under the camps influence and not supported in some form of emotional or psychological care rings hollow. Beyond that running around in the back of my mind the story is well written and characters are interesting enough
Was enjoyable enough that will read the next one, but can't help but feel that there was some holes in the back story. ««spoiler»» The ideas of having her stay at the camp for three years training as well as for her own safety made sense, what was lacking was the emotional support that any care giver would have offered over what was basically given in a three-year period. Yes I can understand that a male figure is what the man character was raised to listen to, but the fact that she had no female authority figure at the camp rings hollow to me. In almost any training that is co-ed there is a position that is simpler to a den mother. The fact that you are led to believe that a thirteen year old is left under the camps influence and not supported in some form of emotional or psychological care rings hollow. Beyond that running around in the back of my mind the story is well written and characters are interesting enough
May 31, 2017
The dragon taxi
This book was hard to follow with too many meaningless characters and no real plotline. To have a super powerful dragon basically being a taxi and doormat for every person she meets doesn't make sense even with her upbringing.
This book was hard to follow with too many meaningless characters and no real plotline. To have a super powerful dragon basically being a taxi and doormat for every person she meets doesn't make sense even with her upbringing.
May 19, 2021
Good story, stablishing the same formula that Mr Power is known for, interesting new characters, and situation, is good to know how the autor interprete the Dragons in this universe.
September 22, 2016
Different, but good
I was delighted to find a story encompassing so many different sub-genres in fantasy! Vampires, dragons, shifters, demons and even alternate universes and Mars! It takes quite an author to script all those together well. The story itself had lots of good elements, but I would have preferred some more structure as the story progressed. It seemed to jump around a LOT. (If that was intentional b\c Avery is a Line-Walker, I would have to say poor planning on that. Too cliché.) It made the dropsy hard to follow on occasion, and quite often I never too reread chapters just to understand who was talking. The author's voice, while interesting and different, is so prevalent in the writing, with almost complete disregard for grammar and syntax, that I would almost suggest a rewrite. Author's voice can be a very powerful tool, but only if it doesn't detract from the story or make it difficult for the reader to understand what's going on.
Nonetheless, I enjoyed the read.
I was delighted to find a story encompassing so many different sub-genres in fantasy! Vampires, dragons, shifters, demons and even alternate universes and Mars! It takes quite an author to script all those together well. The story itself had lots of good elements, but I would have preferred some more structure as the story progressed. It seemed to jump around a LOT. (If that was intentional b\c Avery is a Line-Walker, I would have to say poor planning on that. Too cliché.) It made the dropsy hard to follow on occasion, and quite often I never too reread chapters just to understand who was talking. The author's voice, while interesting and different, is so prevalent in the writing, with almost complete disregard for grammar and syntax, that I would almost suggest a rewrite. Author's voice can be a very powerful tool, but only if it doesn't detract from the story or make it difficult for the reader to understand what's going on.
Nonetheless, I enjoyed the read.
August 9, 2016
Too many question marks?
I truly loved the story line and the characters and would have given it 5 stars except for the fact that there were way too many instances where the author used a question mark for a statement. It was really annoying to read because it just didn't flow and would knock me out of the story and back to reality where I frequently was frustrated with the use of the question marks. It might have been to convey uncertainty but just didn't come across that way and seemed more like an error which I thought it was in the first few chapters until I saw how frequently it happened through out the book.
I truly loved the story line and the characters and would have given it 5 stars except for the fact that there were way too many instances where the author used a question mark for a statement. It was really annoying to read because it just didn't flow and would knock me out of the story and back to reality where I frequently was frustrated with the use of the question marks. It might have been to convey uncertainty but just didn't come across that way and seemed more like an error which I thought it was in the first few chapters until I saw how frequently it happened through out the book.
January 6, 2017
Was very disappointed that in the span of two whole books about a dragon shifter, there was only 3 or 4 times she actually turns into a dragon.
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