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Language of Falling Stars #1
Shadowfire
"This thought-provoking fantasy novel encourages us to dwell on the corrupting influence of power, to appreciate true friends, and to be wary of manipulative people. People who wish to read a didactic tale with strong messages should definitely give this fantasy a shot." — Independent Book Review
"The story is very beautifully and skillfully written to keep the readers engaged in and become a part of the plot itself. The story line is fast paced with lots of action and suspense. The perfect blend of magic and action, this book is a fantasy adventure like no one I have ever read before and I am sure you will enjoy it a lot." — BooksforTanmay
MANHUNT INITIATED FOR ESCAPED UNION STATION MURDERESS
Sept. 1, 2019 – J.A. Maxwell
Denver, CO (Liberty & Justice Reporting) — A manhunt has been initiated for eleven inmates who escaped Denver City Jail this morning, one of whom is Briara Disraeli, the sole perpetrator behind the Union Station Massacre. Authorities have warned the public to call 911 if any of the inmates are seen and not to approach them, as all of them are considered highly dangerous. Reports have indicated the graveyard jailbreak was made through a faulty electronic system that led to defective security doors. It is uncertain if Disraeli was working with other inmates or had outside help.
Disraeli was 19 years old when she killed one hundred four people at Denver’s Union Station on May 23, 2015. Her defense team argued she suffered from brief psychosis disorder during the incident, adding she was studying to become a doctor at Vanderbilt and passionate about aerial dance. The jury ruled Disraeli guilty on all counts on August 18, 2019.
Brief psychosis or not, there are other unsolved mysteries surrounding the event:
-The prosecutors could not determine what weapon(s) Disraeli used during the massacre; water, fire, earthquakes, and lightning caused the deaths and property damage.
-What caused ashes to fall from the sky itself during and after the incident?
-Then there was the blood testing Disraeli’s estranged ex completed: Biochemist Xavier Palacios observed an unidentifiable element in Disraeli’s blood when he was completing a toxicity report for the Defense. Is this a sign of a new drug on the black market or that others are living amongst us? If so, was this massacre related to the occult, as Palacios claims it is?
-Who is Briara Disraeli? She doesn’t have any birth records whatsoever. However, she appeared in three different international cities in a forty-eight-hour span, projecting three separate aliases two months before the Union Station Massacre.
At this time, about twelve hours after the escape, there are no confirmed sightings of Briara Disraeli. She is believed to still be in the Denver Metro Area.
"The story is very beautifully and skillfully written to keep the readers engaged in and become a part of the plot itself. The story line is fast paced with lots of action and suspense. The perfect blend of magic and action, this book is a fantasy adventure like no one I have ever read before and I am sure you will enjoy it a lot." — BooksforTanmay
MANHUNT INITIATED FOR ESCAPED UNION STATION MURDERESS
Sept. 1, 2019 – J.A. Maxwell
Denver, CO (Liberty & Justice Reporting) — A manhunt has been initiated for eleven inmates who escaped Denver City Jail this morning, one of whom is Briara Disraeli, the sole perpetrator behind the Union Station Massacre. Authorities have warned the public to call 911 if any of the inmates are seen and not to approach them, as all of them are considered highly dangerous. Reports have indicated the graveyard jailbreak was made through a faulty electronic system that led to defective security doors. It is uncertain if Disraeli was working with other inmates or had outside help.
Disraeli was 19 years old when she killed one hundred four people at Denver’s Union Station on May 23, 2015. Her defense team argued she suffered from brief psychosis disorder during the incident, adding she was studying to become a doctor at Vanderbilt and passionate about aerial dance. The jury ruled Disraeli guilty on all counts on August 18, 2019.
Brief psychosis or not, there are other unsolved mysteries surrounding the event:
-The prosecutors could not determine what weapon(s) Disraeli used during the massacre; water, fire, earthquakes, and lightning caused the deaths and property damage.
-What caused ashes to fall from the sky itself during and after the incident?
-Then there was the blood testing Disraeli’s estranged ex completed: Biochemist Xavier Palacios observed an unidentifiable element in Disraeli’s blood when he was completing a toxicity report for the Defense. Is this a sign of a new drug on the black market or that others are living amongst us? If so, was this massacre related to the occult, as Palacios claims it is?
-Who is Briara Disraeli? She doesn’t have any birth records whatsoever. However, she appeared in three different international cities in a forty-eight-hour span, projecting three separate aliases two months before the Union Station Massacre.
At this time, about twelve hours after the escape, there are no confirmed sightings of Briara Disraeli. She is believed to still be in the Denver Metro Area.
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Published February 1, 2023
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About the author
Jessica Leigh
1 book28 followersJessica Leigh is the author of the upcoming urban fantasy/thriller/romance book, Shadowfire, set to release on February 1, 2023.
When she’s not writing or working, Jessica enjoys exploring large international metropolises and hiking to alpine lakes. Her competing dreams are to open a farm full of rescue dogs and travel the world in a camper van—all the while writing the next books in the Language of Falling Stars series. She is also passionate about photography, fitness, minimalism, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, relationship and societal psychology, food and coffee, NFL football, and her Spotify app, where she listens to playlists and podcasts alike. An Aquarius sun, Leo moon, and Libra ascendant, Jessica is a huge proponent of marching to the beat of your own drum.
Find her on Instagram at jessicaleigh.sw
When she’s not writing or working, Jessica enjoys exploring large international metropolises and hiking to alpine lakes. Her competing dreams are to open a farm full of rescue dogs and travel the world in a camper van—all the while writing the next books in the Language of Falling Stars series. She is also passionate about photography, fitness, minimalism, Childhood Apraxia of Speech, relationship and societal psychology, food and coffee, NFL football, and her Spotify app, where she listens to playlists and podcasts alike. An Aquarius sun, Leo moon, and Libra ascendant, Jessica is a huge proponent of marching to the beat of your own drum.
Find her on Instagram at jessicaleigh.sw
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January 13, 2023
I loved Bria’s character, I was routing for her magic for soo long! This book takes you to so many different places and you honestly feel like you are there too! Is the 2nd book ready yet?!? I can’t wait!
March 16, 2023
I won this book from a giveaway and wow.
I love the characters. The mysterious overtone of the book keeps you hooked and leaves you wanting more information. The book is basically nonstop action. There are so many twists that you never know who you can trust.
Just when you think you have it figured out the author throws in something else that has you reevaluating the whole situation. It was a very good read and hard to put down. The only downside is some editing misses like typos and that the book ends on a cliff hanger and the next book isn't set to release until 2024.
I love the characters. The mysterious overtone of the book keeps you hooked and leaves you wanting more information. The book is basically nonstop action. There are so many twists that you never know who you can trust.
Just when you think you have it figured out the author throws in something else that has you reevaluating the whole situation. It was a very good read and hard to put down. The only downside is some editing misses like typos and that the book ends on a cliff hanger and the next book isn't set to release until 2024.
February 28, 2023
Lots of twists and turns
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway. For the most part I really enjoyed reading this book. One of the biggest issues was that it needs a little more editing as there were quite a few typos and mistakes. My personal issue with it was it ended in a cliffhanger and I really want to know what happens next!! Otherwise, this book kept my attention and in some places was very hard to put down.
I received this book from a Goodreads giveaway. For the most part I really enjoyed reading this book. One of the biggest issues was that it needs a little more editing as there were quite a few typos and mistakes. My personal issue with it was it ended in a cliffhanger and I really want to know what happens next!! Otherwise, this book kept my attention and in some places was very hard to put down.
July 17, 2023
This book took me awhile to get through, not because it was bad but because of all the twists and turns. It was hard to keep up and keep focused for most of the beginning. Also, I believe this was an ARC copy and that’s why it has some grammar/spelling that was easy enough to look past. Those are the only reasons I gave it four stars instead of five. I definitely want to read more about what happens next! And I can’t wait to see where all the characters will be.
April 7, 2023
I received this book as a Goodreads giveaway winner. The description was intriguing and I looked forward to reading the book, I've tried twice and DNF'd it both times. I felt that I was dropped into something that had already started and I was trying to play catch up. There were transitions where I was left wondering if some pages got mixed up and were out of order.
December 14, 2023
Quite a ride
This was a long journey ending in a cliff hanger. I loved the build up with surprises along the way. I look forward to where this journey goes next.
This was a long journey ending in a cliff hanger. I loved the build up with surprises along the way. I look forward to where this journey goes next.
Displaying 1 - 6 of 6 reviews