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Ashes Swept
As a ministerial daughter, Synda May Ivey has a duty to her family and to all of Floridian—but she has no interest in galas, garden parties, and high-tech society life. With everything in disarray after her father's death, marriage to her aristocratic childhood friend is the last thing she wants. After escaping to a world of simplicity in the low-tech tractlands, life couldn't be more perfect. Silver Glen is everything she'd hoped for, and Wilken Kirby might help her forget about the noble Everton Greer. But with her overbearing stepfamily in pursuit and her true identity cloaked in deception, her two worlds may not stay separate for long. Having seen her nation through different eyes, she may find it difficult to choose freedom and love over duty.
388 pages, Paperback
Published September 26, 2017
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Julia J Simpson
1 book15 followersI write swoony no-to low spice romantic stories set mostly in fantasy and future worlds. When I’m not writing, you can find me curled up with coffee and a book, exploring new places, playing cozy video games, and watching a lot of comfort TV. I’m a Colorado native who moved to Florida, where I live with my husband/BFF, our turtle (Roz), our cats (Laszlo & Nandor), and a zoo of backyard wildlife. My debut novel, Ashes Swept, was published in 2017 and I’m currently working on my next novel.
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March 28, 2018
This was one of my spontaneous buys, based on a social media post and a gorgeous cover. As I started this book, I had no idea what to expect and hoped that the cover wasn't the only good thing about this novel. It wasn't. Set in a future Florida, where the rest of the world seems strangely absent and one wonders exactly what has happened to it, the author skillfully portrays a land of technology versus rustic lifestyles.
In a society reminiscent of the future prophesied by H.G. Wells in his classic novel, The Time Traveller, the rich, ministerial families and their servants, have an easy, pampered existence in the large city which dominates the landscape. Allowed the full range of technology and all its advantages, they live in stark contrast to the tractlanders who live far beyond the city walls. Denied access to any technology, even medical, although their lives seem simple and more wholesome, it is a life lived with the constant threat of illness or accident.
The heroine of the book is a disillusioned and down to earth heiress, who longs to escape the gilded cage she exists in. Being a member of one of the elite families, her future is mapped out for her in every detail, even down to her future spouse.
After the death of her father, she is forced to become almost a servant in her own home, abused and belittled by her cold-hearted stepmother and stepsister. Wait a minute, I hear you all cry, this sounds familiar and yes, there is a "ball" or gala that she is invited to, yet is forbidden to attend, and yes, she does indeed attend, incognito and clad in a beautiful gown. But, in a twist on the classic Cinderella tale, far from meeting her prince there, this Cinders scales the palace walls and runs away into the night, to a new life in the tractlands.
This is where the book really gets into its stride, with beautiful descriptions and lovely characterisation, the author deftly paints a picture of a very different society to the one our heroine has escaped from. More real and unassuming, after a shaky start she begins to make a life there. But, all is not perfect in Eden, as our Cinderella will soon discover.
Refreshingly different, this was totally unlike anything I'd read before. A book I thoroughly enjoyed and cannot recommend highly enough, I will certainly be looking out for other titles by this author.
In a society reminiscent of the future prophesied by H.G. Wells in his classic novel, The Time Traveller, the rich, ministerial families and their servants, have an easy, pampered existence in the large city which dominates the landscape. Allowed the full range of technology and all its advantages, they live in stark contrast to the tractlanders who live far beyond the city walls. Denied access to any technology, even medical, although their lives seem simple and more wholesome, it is a life lived with the constant threat of illness or accident.
The heroine of the book is a disillusioned and down to earth heiress, who longs to escape the gilded cage she exists in. Being a member of one of the elite families, her future is mapped out for her in every detail, even down to her future spouse.
After the death of her father, she is forced to become almost a servant in her own home, abused and belittled by her cold-hearted stepmother and stepsister. Wait a minute, I hear you all cry, this sounds familiar and yes, there is a "ball" or gala that she is invited to, yet is forbidden to attend, and yes, she does indeed attend, incognito and clad in a beautiful gown. But, in a twist on the classic Cinderella tale, far from meeting her prince there, this Cinders scales the palace walls and runs away into the night, to a new life in the tractlands.
This is where the book really gets into its stride, with beautiful descriptions and lovely characterisation, the author deftly paints a picture of a very different society to the one our heroine has escaped from. More real and unassuming, after a shaky start she begins to make a life there. But, all is not perfect in Eden, as our Cinderella will soon discover.
Refreshingly different, this was totally unlike anything I'd read before. A book I thoroughly enjoyed and cannot recommend highly enough, I will certainly be looking out for other titles by this author.
July 23, 2020
Synda May Ivey is a minister’s daughter, destined to be married to the man who offers the best social and political advantage to her family. Mistreated by her step-mother and sister, Synda May wants out of this life and all its trappings. On the night of a masquerade ball, escape is within reach, but can she succeed, and is the world beyond the walls of her family’s mansion one in which she can survive?
Oh my. What a story. This book gave me major feels and now I’m finished I have a serious book hangover. It’s safe to say that Julia J Simpson has landed a place on my Favourite Authors list.
Set in a future world, (but without a dystopian backdrop, thankfully) Ashes Swept is a Cinderella themed tale, chock full of conflict, emotion, heartbreak and joy. The opening chapters weigh heavy with a death and the subsequent elaborate funeral. Added to this melancholy is Synda May’s heartache, compounded by the cruelty of Gracia, the nasty step-mother, and her vapid daughter, Antonine. As Synda May’s escape plan forms, the action kicks off and it was nigh on impossible to put this book down.
I loved everything about this book; the characters, the writing, the settings, and how Simpson stirred so many emotions for me. When I wasn’t stressing about Synda May’s true identity being discovered, I was melting over her and Wilken. When I wasn’t muttering about how Everton and Auguste needed a good thumping, I was wondering when karma would come calling for Gracia and Antonine. I even sobbed into my pillow when Synda May received a letter from someone special and his succinct, sweet words to her cracked my heart in two.
The backdrop to Ashes Swept also deserves much praise. Simpson contrasts the opulent, hi-tech City against the simple, homely Silver Glen to create an intriguing setting that was a pleasure to read. Despite the complexities of Synda May’s world, Simpson drip-fed the information only when necessary so it never got in the way of the story. Social structure and politics are essential to the plot, but again, Simpson explains enough without overpowering or boring the reader.
Within minutes of meeting the characters of Ashes Swept, rounded, layered individuals came to life. I connected with each one of Simpson’s characters, which makes it impossible to choose a favourite, but saying that, I won’t forget Synda May, Wilken, Maurel or Everton any time soon. I have also found a serious contender for my 2020 Best Couple Award.
Ashes Swept is without doubt one of my standout books for 2020. I bought the e-book version, but have already contacted the author for a signed paperback so it can nestle amongst the other greats on my indie author shelf. It was the cover that caught my attention for this book, and I’m so glad it did as it’s an absolute gem of a story and one I’ll definitely read again.
Oh my. What a story. This book gave me major feels and now I’m finished I have a serious book hangover. It’s safe to say that Julia J Simpson has landed a place on my Favourite Authors list.
Set in a future world, (but without a dystopian backdrop, thankfully) Ashes Swept is a Cinderella themed tale, chock full of conflict, emotion, heartbreak and joy. The opening chapters weigh heavy with a death and the subsequent elaborate funeral. Added to this melancholy is Synda May’s heartache, compounded by the cruelty of Gracia, the nasty step-mother, and her vapid daughter, Antonine. As Synda May’s escape plan forms, the action kicks off and it was nigh on impossible to put this book down.
I loved everything about this book; the characters, the writing, the settings, and how Simpson stirred so many emotions for me. When I wasn’t stressing about Synda May’s true identity being discovered, I was melting over her and Wilken. When I wasn’t muttering about how Everton and Auguste needed a good thumping, I was wondering when karma would come calling for Gracia and Antonine. I even sobbed into my pillow when Synda May received a letter from someone special and his succinct, sweet words to her cracked my heart in two.
The backdrop to Ashes Swept also deserves much praise. Simpson contrasts the opulent, hi-tech City against the simple, homely Silver Glen to create an intriguing setting that was a pleasure to read. Despite the complexities of Synda May’s world, Simpson drip-fed the information only when necessary so it never got in the way of the story. Social structure and politics are essential to the plot, but again, Simpson explains enough without overpowering or boring the reader.
Within minutes of meeting the characters of Ashes Swept, rounded, layered individuals came to life. I connected with each one of Simpson’s characters, which makes it impossible to choose a favourite, but saying that, I won’t forget Synda May, Wilken, Maurel or Everton any time soon. I have also found a serious contender for my 2020 Best Couple Award.
Ashes Swept is without doubt one of my standout books for 2020. I bought the e-book version, but have already contacted the author for a signed paperback so it can nestle amongst the other greats on my indie author shelf. It was the cover that caught my attention for this book, and I’m so glad it did as it’s an absolute gem of a story and one I’ll definitely read again.
September 24, 2020
Ashes Swept by Julia J Simpson is an unusual take on the most familiar of fairytales.
Synda May struggles with her duty as a ministerial daughter, longing for a life with more options. The death of her father and the loathing of her step family plunges her even further into misery. Faced with a loveless marriage, she attends that archetypal ball in that mask... and does a runner.
Essentially the meat of the tale is served up in the poorer tractlands where she discovers family and true love amidst the mills. But a simple life is never simple and duty is bound to come calling.
The subversion of Cinderella is cleverly thought out, including hierarchy, unjust laws, the nature of love and not fitting in to 'your place'. The Silver Glen section is strong and I flew through it, but it had the effect of rendering the ministerial sections a little slow. It could be argued that we were experiencing life through Synda May's eyes in that, conversely, the simple life was full of meaning, while the seemingly charmed life became tedious.
A wonderful 4 stars for a clever narrative, an interesting lead and the adorable residents of Silver Glen.
Synda May struggles with her duty as a ministerial daughter, longing for a life with more options. The death of her father and the loathing of her step family plunges her even further into misery. Faced with a loveless marriage, she attends that archetypal ball in that mask... and does a runner.
Essentially the meat of the tale is served up in the poorer tractlands where she discovers family and true love amidst the mills. But a simple life is never simple and duty is bound to come calling.
The subversion of Cinderella is cleverly thought out, including hierarchy, unjust laws, the nature of love and not fitting in to 'your place'. The Silver Glen section is strong and I flew through it, but it had the effect of rendering the ministerial sections a little slow. It could be argued that we were experiencing life through Synda May's eyes in that, conversely, the simple life was full of meaning, while the seemingly charmed life became tedious.
A wonderful 4 stars for a clever narrative, an interesting lead and the adorable residents of Silver Glen.
November 11, 2022
Ashes Swept
by Julia J. Simpson
As a ministerial daughter, Synda May Ivey has a duty to her family and to all of Floridian—but she has no interest in galas, garden parties, and high-tech society life. With everything in disarray after her father's death, marriage to her aristocratic childhood friend is the last thing she wants. After escaping to a world of simplicity in the low-tech tractlands, life couldn't be more perfect. Silver Glen is everything she'd hoped for, and Wilken Kirby might help her forget about the noble Everton Greer. But with her overbearing stepfamily in pursuit and her true identity cloaked in deception, her two worlds may not stay separate for long. Having seen her nation through different eyes, she may find it difficult to choose freedom and love over duty.
My thoughts:
This retelling of one of the most popular fairy tales, Cinderella, was a well-written, well thought out and developed story. Set in Florida a couple of hundred years into the future, we follow Synda May Ivey in her journey through high-tech, high-society life, to the simplicity of the low-tech tractlands. She leaves behind family and friends and Everton Greer, and finds Wilken Kirby and his family in Silver Glen.
Synda May is ultimately faced with the dilemma of whether to choose duty or love. If you’d like to discover which she chooses, the book is available at Amazon.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommended it.
Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
by Julia J. Simpson
As a ministerial daughter, Synda May Ivey has a duty to her family and to all of Floridian—but she has no interest in galas, garden parties, and high-tech society life. With everything in disarray after her father's death, marriage to her aristocratic childhood friend is the last thing she wants. After escaping to a world of simplicity in the low-tech tractlands, life couldn't be more perfect. Silver Glen is everything she'd hoped for, and Wilken Kirby might help her forget about the noble Everton Greer. But with her overbearing stepfamily in pursuit and her true identity cloaked in deception, her two worlds may not stay separate for long. Having seen her nation through different eyes, she may find it difficult to choose freedom and love over duty.
My thoughts:
This retelling of one of the most popular fairy tales, Cinderella, was a well-written, well thought out and developed story. Set in Florida a couple of hundred years into the future, we follow Synda May Ivey in her journey through high-tech, high-society life, to the simplicity of the low-tech tractlands. She leaves behind family and friends and Everton Greer, and finds Wilken Kirby and his family in Silver Glen.
Synda May is ultimately faced with the dilemma of whether to choose duty or love. If you’d like to discover which she chooses, the book is available at Amazon.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book and highly recommended it.
Five stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
January 16, 2019
*I had the extreme honour of getting to beta read Ashes Swept for a number of chapters, and the author sent me a finished copy. However, all opinions remain my own.
I can remember opening up the very first chapter of Ashes Swept and being completely blown away. I didn’t know Julia at all or what her writing style was like, but we’d become critique partners. It was then that I realised how we were at such different places in our writing journey. My novel was still stuck between its first and second draft, and here was Julia’s which had been edited and rewritten a number of times already. I was so blown away by Julia’s attention to detail that I can’t imagine my comments were really much help—there was a lot of ‘this is incredible’ and ‘amazing’, and so on. Unfortunately, life got in the way and I wasn’t able to finish reading. However, once it was released, Julia very kindly sent me a finished copy to read and review.
That feeling of being blown away didn’t leave me the second time I picked up this book. Ashes Swept is loosely based on the classic story of Cinderella, but with a futuristic twist, strong women and a really sweet romance. Our protagonist is Synda May, who is a really strong female lead—she’s smart, compassionate, and driven. The cast of characters behind her are also incredible, with my personal favourite being Brewster. Honestly, this book has some of the greatest friendships in it that I’ve ever read. So if you like stories about unconventional friends who end up more like family, this is definitely the book for you.
As I mentioned, Julia pays a crazy amount of attention to all the little details. This is nowhere more obvious than in the world-building in Ashes Swept. Everything is so detailed that you can feel the world of Floridian growing around you as you read. There are obvious nods to the original Cinderella tale, but the story truly comes alive with the futuristic twist. There’s a lot that could be said for the similarities between Floridian and our world, which is slightly terrifying. Nonetheless, it is incredible to read about.
So without a doubt, I would recommend this to all of you. Not just because Julia is a lovely person, but because she is an incredible storyteller who deserves to be read by all.
So go on, get yourself a copy.
I can remember opening up the very first chapter of Ashes Swept and being completely blown away. I didn’t know Julia at all or what her writing style was like, but we’d become critique partners. It was then that I realised how we were at such different places in our writing journey. My novel was still stuck between its first and second draft, and here was Julia’s which had been edited and rewritten a number of times already. I was so blown away by Julia’s attention to detail that I can’t imagine my comments were really much help—there was a lot of ‘this is incredible’ and ‘amazing’, and so on. Unfortunately, life got in the way and I wasn’t able to finish reading. However, once it was released, Julia very kindly sent me a finished copy to read and review.
That feeling of being blown away didn’t leave me the second time I picked up this book. Ashes Swept is loosely based on the classic story of Cinderella, but with a futuristic twist, strong women and a really sweet romance. Our protagonist is Synda May, who is a really strong female lead—she’s smart, compassionate, and driven. The cast of characters behind her are also incredible, with my personal favourite being Brewster. Honestly, this book has some of the greatest friendships in it that I’ve ever read. So if you like stories about unconventional friends who end up more like family, this is definitely the book for you.
As I mentioned, Julia pays a crazy amount of attention to all the little details. This is nowhere more obvious than in the world-building in Ashes Swept. Everything is so detailed that you can feel the world of Floridian growing around you as you read. There are obvious nods to the original Cinderella tale, but the story truly comes alive with the futuristic twist. There’s a lot that could be said for the similarities between Floridian and our world, which is slightly terrifying. Nonetheless, it is incredible to read about.
So without a doubt, I would recommend this to all of you. Not just because Julia is a lovely person, but because she is an incredible storyteller who deserves to be read by all.
So go on, get yourself a copy.
December 6, 2017
I truly enjoyed this book! The world that Julia created was a fun and interesting take on Cinderella. But if you think this is another carbon-copy of the old story, you are wrong. The main character is a strong and forceful personality. She helps define what this world is all about by being the anti-thesis of everything it stands for.
April 23, 2018
I was captured by the writing as soon as I read the first paragraph. Did not know what I was going to encounter, the cover had me all curious for the story, made it a point of NOT reading the blurb so as to not spoil anything. Stormed into it with an eager heart. And then was hit by this groping doubt, this constant question, was this going to be just one more Cinderella-like story where beautiful and pure hearted girl is thwarted all the time by shallow, evil step mother and step sister? I dare say, as I stumbled upon these two figures, I feared the worse - that being they were one dimensional characters that served only to be hated and make the MC look better.
Boy, was I wrong. Was I in for a big surprise.
Yes, there's a Cinderella element here, but it is NOT what you'd expect. What a clever, well thought of twist the author brings to what may be my most detested fairytale of all times! What a refreshing take on old tales that feel and sound stale in this day and age. How witty of her to push on this road. A very good read, indeed, unexpected and surprising, with a world building that was spot on and very credible, this brought to mind the feels I used to have as a child while watching "Little House", there's something of it immersed through the written visual borders of this novel. The ending had me of two hearts, I wanted it to finish as it did, yes, of course, but! I also wished the author had had the balls - pardon my french - to go differently, and give me something that would tear me apart.
The only little thing I wish had been better worked was precisely the two figures of "doom", stepmother and stepsister. I still feel they might have profited from a little nore humanising earlier on the story, but hell yeah, this is one VERY good read. So go read!
Boy, was I wrong. Was I in for a big surprise.
Yes, there's a Cinderella element here, but it is NOT what you'd expect. What a clever, well thought of twist the author brings to what may be my most detested fairytale of all times! What a refreshing take on old tales that feel and sound stale in this day and age. How witty of her to push on this road. A very good read, indeed, unexpected and surprising, with a world building that was spot on and very credible, this brought to mind the feels I used to have as a child while watching "Little House", there's something of it immersed through the written visual borders of this novel. The ending had me of two hearts, I wanted it to finish as it did, yes, of course, but! I also wished the author had had the balls - pardon my french - to go differently, and give me something that would tear me apart.
The only little thing I wish had been better worked was precisely the two figures of "doom", stepmother and stepsister. I still feel they might have profited from a little nore humanising earlier on the story, but hell yeah, this is one VERY good read. So go read!
July 19, 2018
Where do I start? For one, the world building was fantastic! Julia did an excellent job creating a world called Floridian which is the state of Flordia divided into multiple parts. The rest of the world isn't mentioned, but this was never a cause of concern for me because everything was portrayed so well in Floridian that I never wanted to know about the rest of the world.
The society Julia created is also well-developed. Rich, ministerial, families and their servants have easy lives in technologically advanced cities. Tractlanders are denied access to this technology, and although at first, a simple life may seem appealing and wholesome, dangers arise constantly.
I think this book does an excellent job of showing that the grass is always greener on the other side. The main character, Synda, wants the simple life of a tractlander. However, the longer she remains hidden away in the tractlands, the more she sees life isn't as perfect and appealing as she once thought. Synda is also very strongwilled, opinionated, and decisive, which easily makes her one of my favorite characters. However, all of the characters in this book were written and developed in such a way that I know this book will stay with me for a long time.
The book is loosely based on Cinderella, but in a more refreshing way than other retellings. Truly, this book is unlike any I've read before, and I can't wait to read more by the author.
P.S. The cover is gorgeous!
The society Julia created is also well-developed. Rich, ministerial, families and their servants have easy lives in technologically advanced cities. Tractlanders are denied access to this technology, and although at first, a simple life may seem appealing and wholesome, dangers arise constantly.
I think this book does an excellent job of showing that the grass is always greener on the other side. The main character, Synda, wants the simple life of a tractlander. However, the longer she remains hidden away in the tractlands, the more she sees life isn't as perfect and appealing as she once thought. Synda is also very strongwilled, opinionated, and decisive, which easily makes her one of my favorite characters. However, all of the characters in this book were written and developed in such a way that I know this book will stay with me for a long time.
The book is loosely based on Cinderella, but in a more refreshing way than other retellings. Truly, this book is unlike any I've read before, and I can't wait to read more by the author.
P.S. The cover is gorgeous!
July 17, 2018
This is the best retelling of the Cinderella story I’ve read with depth and character development. It’s a retelling meant for adults with love, treachery, and characters who keep pulling you back for more, even though you fear it might all be ripped away on the very next page.
This book delves into a well-developed world, with characters we all can identify from the classic Cinderella story, but with twists and turns the classic lacks. This is the Cinderella story where the ball isn't her goal, the people are, and Synda May can't turn her back on the people she best relates to, the tractlanders. Even the world is set apart from the classic, and we get to know several of the characters as more than just lovers and villains. They are people who have their own dreams and worries about life.
If you enjoy the heart-wrenching unknowns of a complicated love triangle that ends up being more like three love triangles all meshed together, this book is for you. It will leave you wondering how it will all end.
Definitely a book that needs to be added to the must-read list!
This book delves into a well-developed world, with characters we all can identify from the classic Cinderella story, but with twists and turns the classic lacks. This is the Cinderella story where the ball isn't her goal, the people are, and Synda May can't turn her back on the people she best relates to, the tractlanders. Even the world is set apart from the classic, and we get to know several of the characters as more than just lovers and villains. They are people who have their own dreams and worries about life.
If you enjoy the heart-wrenching unknowns of a complicated love triangle that ends up being more like three love triangles all meshed together, this book is for you. It will leave you wondering how it will all end.
Definitely a book that needs to be added to the must-read list!
March 25, 2021
As a child, Cinderella used to be my favourite book and fairy tale.✨
This is a fantastic book to read inspired by classic fairy-tale Cinderella with a little twist & turns.
I find it a little more realistic than the fairytale version of cinderella which I think we all have read and heard.
Loved this book and I feel everyone who love Cinderella stories would love to read it too. Even who don’t believe in fairytales would love to read this book. So go give it a try and tell me if you liked it 👍
PS. There has been so many versions of Cinderella stories out there but I feel this one is the best and more realistic one I have come across so far 💖
September 22, 2022
Cinders with a twist
My understanding of this young adult fantasy was a different take on Cinderella but I found that idea disappeared rapidly. Instead I found an interesting story with very interesting characters and a beautifully written book about life decisions.
The idea of duty in conflict with desire however gave the book a nice edge and lifted it to another level. Our heroine’s struggle to do the right thing at the cost of her own happiness doesn’t work for her and consequently for those involved with her.
There is a moral here, we can’t make the shoe fit so perhaps it is Cinderella after all.
My understanding of this young adult fantasy was a different take on Cinderella but I found that idea disappeared rapidly. Instead I found an interesting story with very interesting characters and a beautifully written book about life decisions.
The idea of duty in conflict with desire however gave the book a nice edge and lifted it to another level. Our heroine’s struggle to do the right thing at the cost of her own happiness doesn’t work for her and consequently for those involved with her.
There is a moral here, we can’t make the shoe fit so perhaps it is Cinderella after all.
October 9, 2017
This is a wonderful novel that kept me reading from the moment I started the first chapter. The characters are well developed and live in the fascinating future world where Florida is now Floridian, its own country. The stark difference between the technologically advanced Florida City and the simplicity of the Tractlands, as well as the people that Synda May meets on her journey, make it easy to understand why she falls in love with the life she’s chosen vs. the one that she was destined for.
May 29, 2018
I loved this debut novel, which is loosely based on Cinderella. Not only is the story excellently written, the world the author created is unique and interesting. I liked all of the characters, especially the heroine. She's so brave, strong and smart. Her journey - and the love she finds along the way - is truly wonderful. I can't wait to read whatever Julia J. Simpson writes next!!
Note: I won a copy of this book in a giveaway hosted by the author.
Note: I won a copy of this book in a giveaway hosted by the author.
January 5, 2019
This retelling had pretty much all the pieces I like. The world-building was really well done without being overbearing. It also takes a hard look at class issues and handles them very well. And thank goodness for a book with diversity! We had POC characters, LGBTQ characters, and it was normalized, which I love to see. We need more of this in books! Anyhoodles, the ending did let me down a little because I felt like the final win was a bit passive, but I still really enjoyed the experience.
January 26, 2019
Ashes Swept is a beautifully written Cinderella retelling, and I thoroughly enjoyed it all the way through. The story arc and character arcs were spot on, and the worst editing flaw I found was one lack of a hyphen, which is better than many traditionally published books. I am so glad to have found an Indie author who works so hard to produce such quality work, and I can't wait to read the author's next book.
April 19, 2018
This book made me cry. In a good way. It’s a wonderful, well written story set in an interesting world. Very sweet romance
May 29, 2018
An excellent debut book!
September 18, 2018
Review to come!
October 12, 2020
Loved this wonderful twist on an old tale. Already missing the characters!
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