Nothing Lost

by Gemma Lauren Krebs

Living as a boy until age 16, Shaylite trained in combat and swordsmanship alongside Jevin, Shay’s best friend. As Keeper of the Garden and guardian of the Great Tree, Shay knows many secrets of the palace on Cresstalan, including the fact that the Great Tree was cut down and replaced twenty years before. When it is revealed that Shaylite is in fact, a girl, her future position as a Master Gardener is not so sure and might be taken away. The shock of this reveal also left much of the palace angered. Her old dreams in peril, Shay decides to find a new purpose in saving what she now sees is a broken world...and it may involve betraying everyone she ever loved. Facing yourself, sea-faring adventure, powers of focus with unlimited possibilities, ravaged lands, and what it takes to save the world while saving yourself, are what 'Nothing Lost' can promise.

352 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 18, 2018

Reviews

[Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5/5

Are you a YA, Sci-fi, or nature lover? If so, you must immediately pick up this book. As I read along I found myself invested in what happened to Shaylite. She is one of those characters you'll find yourself thinking about long after you finish (she is one tough lady). Shay was herself regardless of how many people tried to change her and her authentic personality was refreshing. Her circle was small, but she genuinely liked everyone she kept close.

Gemma's writing was absolutely poetic and she definitely has a way with words. I loved the way she described the setting and I felt like I was island along with the ship's crew. Her characters were well developed and it was easy to picture them with Gemma's descriptive writing style. It was such an engaging and enjoyable read. This was one of those sci-fi/fantasy books that you will still enjoy even if you aren't a huge fan of the genres. I found the main focus of this book was nature and how important it is to humanity. I think we can all relate as we see the destruction of nature around us daily. Honestly just grab yourself a copy so I can chat with you about how wonderful this book was. 😂

[Steve Brock · Rating 5 out of 5]

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[Jan Anderson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nothing Lost

I loved the author’s descriptions and use of words. I could see this story as if it were a movie. I can see teens who love made up worlds really liking this.

[Anna Feltheim · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book when it was first published as a middle schooler and I loved it so much. I managed to get my hands on a copy recently, and I can say that it holds up so well! It’s so beautifully written and the characters have stuck with me for years. I love this book and I hope it can get more attention so that we can get a sequel!