Exposed

by Lea Cherry

The end is near…would you trust the enemy?

The last few months have turned Amy’s life upside down. She discovered who she really was with a life she never knew existed right under her nose. An entire world opened up to her only to be shattered by events she never wanted to experience. She lost Ryker, her friends betrayed her trust, the most powerful Tainted wanted her soul and she learned that her mother didn’t die when she was two. Did I mention that she also found out who her father was?

Amy was ready to throw it all away when her magic disappeared, but she knew that her life would never be the same even without her power. The paranormal will still be around her, and now, with her mother found, she needs to find a way to reunite her mother’s body with her soul that is trapped in the ethereal.

The only obstacle is that she needs someone of Pure-blood to power-share to bring her mother back and the only person with this ability is the enemy trying to steal her soul. Could she trust him enough to save the last remaining family she has left or would the witches she has surrounded herself with be enough?

For fans of Carolyn MacCullough, Jana Oliver and Rachel Hawkins.

Grab the final instalment of the Descendant series to find out if you can trust the enemy and if blood is thicker than water.

195 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 20, 2023

About the author

Lea Cherry is a USA Today bestselling author residing in South Africa with her husband and two daughters. With a Bachelor’s degree in Creative Writing, she shares the spark of language in Young Adult, Fantasy, and Horror. When she is not crafting stories, she shares her time with her family watching movies, painting, and reading up a storm when she is not exploring the outdoors on camping trips. Her stories are always filled with magic that will have you wanting more.

Reviews

[Carla · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book jumps right into the story and gives you a recap of her past. It was a nice change of pace from other stories that draw things out. I did not realize this was the third book in the series until I finished the book but I enjoyed it all the same. I love Amy’s character and her passion for her gift. This story keeps you turning pages to learn what happens and if she is able to reunite with her mom after all this time. So much more is at risk than just her mother’s soul. Will she be strong enough to save her mother and herself is the real question. I will definitely be going back and reading books 1 and 2!

[T.M. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked that this book started out with a recap since I haven’t read the first two books. The well written characters and storyline were easy to follow with regardless. When faced with betrayal, Amy finds out she’s stronger than she ever realized she could be. I really enjoyed this one! A must read for those who love magic, mystery, and drama.

[Betsy Melano · Rating 4 out of 5]

Somehow I missed that this was the last book of the series. I still enjoyed reading this paranormal urban fantasy book. This young adult book has adventure, friends, family, witches, and more. Amy has had a tough time and finds herself and her life changed in ways she never expected. So much change at once can really take a toll. On top of that, she must find help from someone she considers an enemy.
The story is well written and kept me turning the page to see what happens next. The author is new to me and I’m looking forward to reading the other books in the series.

[Tara Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amy’s whole life has been turned upside down and she feels lost. Her friends have abandoned her and everything she thought she knew about herself, and her family turns out to be untrue. Not only does she discover who she “really” is, but she learns who her father is and that the mother she thought was dead is not actually dead. Problem is that her mom’s soul is trapped in an ethereal state and needs to be reattached to her body. Amy sets out to rescue her mom but needs someone of Pure-blood to power-share to bring her mom back. The only one with this ability is the enemy and Amy must make a deal with him if she wants to save her mother. Will the risk be worth it?

This book is the third book in the Descendants Series and jumps right into Amy’s story. Admittedly, I have not read the first two books, but it was easy to follow along without feeling like I missed anything. The characters are well written, and the scenes are written superbly. Amy is stronger than she thinks when faced with adversity and betrayal. Rather than give up after her whole world was turned topsy-turvy, she chose to stand up and face the challenges head-on. A fantastic read that is full of mystery, magic, action, suspense, drama, and adventure galore.

[Kerry carr · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the 3rd and final book in the Descendants series. I do highly recommend reading the first 2 books first so this book is fast paced and it jumps right back in from the beginning, so if you didn't know the story you could feel a bit lost.
This is a YA fantasy story. It is action packed with adventure, danger, secrets, lies, Mysteries to solve and people to save, witches and magic add an additional sparkles to the story. The author does an amazing job with the main character Amy. She has had such a hard time as secrets about her parents came to light and the loss of her friend and she struggles to work through all that.
At the same time the danger hasn't left and she now needs to try and a find a way to save her mother but when the only person who can help turns out to be the only person she can't trust, Amy is left wondering if she should put her trust in this person and if it is wise to do so.
Can she save the people she needs to without losing her life or soul or will making a deal with the enemy be a decision she will regret?
It was a great fantasy read which will keep you hooked all the way through.

[Angela · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 Stars

Exposed is the third and final book in the Descendants series by Lea Cherry. This is an engrossing young adult urban fantasy with witches, magic, high stakes, family, friendship, and adventure.
Amy has been through quite a lot especially since her was completely upended after discovering a whole new world that she never even knew existed- as well as learning ‘who’ she really was. She feels adrift, with a target on her soul- loss and betrayal weigh heavily on her. She’s ready to give up- but will need to dig deep if she has any chance of saving the day. What happens here makes for a great read.
Looking forward to reading ‘Star Light’ which is the first book in Ms. Cherry’s new fantasy romance series, the ‘Elesseand Saga’, due to release mid-April (2023).
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Lea Cherry!

[Jennifer Reimer · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is filled with witches, magic, adventure, life-and death, mystery, suspense, drama, betrayal, a now or never type of situations. This book the third book in the series and I wish I read the other three, but it did not make me feel like I missed or didn’t understand what was going on. It was very surprising and kept me on the edge of my seat the whole time, just waiting and wanting to know what was going on. It was exciting with all the number of things going on in the book especially the wonder when Amy found out there was a whole new world that she didn’t know about. Amy doesn’t understand what was going on and wondered what she needed o do, that she must figure out if what she wants is worth making a deal with the one, she finds an enemy. What an amazing read, and really am looking forward to reading the first ones.

[Bobbi Wagner · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed reading this suspenseful, fantasy story. A story where you decide if you can trust someone who is trying to take something from you. But they are your only chance to get what you really want. A story you don’t want to miss. This is a new author for me which I look forward to reading more from her and this series. I enjoyed how she used her writing skills to pull me into a world of fantasy, romance with a touch of suspense. The characters are creative and engaging. They had me coming back for more as well as their twists and turns. I enjoyed watching their growth and chemistry throughout. They truly added so much to the story which just added to the story's entertainment. I really enjoyed this book and I highly recommend it.

[Jenni · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 stars
Exposed is the final instalment of the YA Descendant series. There are witches, magic, mystery, suspense, drama, betrayal and adventure and other worlds. This paranormal urban fantasy will have the pages turning just to find out what happens.
Amy is still reeling from having her life up ended. She now knows that there is more to the things that go bump in the night. Her life will never be the same. It seems that to get what she wants she must make a deal with the enemy.
Lea has written an interesting tale that is extremely fast paced and that YA’s will love.
Will she be able to save herself and others without losing her soul or her mind?

[Juls · Rating 4 out of 5]

Exposed is the third book in The Descendants series by Lea Cherry. I would highly recommend reading the other books in the series first as it does not work as a standalone. Amy is struggling with the recent events that have uprooted her life. Her mother, who she thought was dead is back but she is unable to wake her. She is also struggling to come to terms with who she is and that everything she thought before was untrue. This books has a great cast of characters and the story keeps you hooked. This is a good paranormal fantasy series, this is the first series I have read by this author and I am looking forward to reading her other works.

[April · Rating 4 out of 5]

Lea Cherry is a new author for me and wow! I really enjoyed this read! This book is third in the series and I definitely recommend reading in order unlike me, I had to go back and catch up because I did feel as if I was missing info! However! What a great read! A lot going on and big choices to make for our MC. I found the book exciting, surprising and really a great series of books to get lost in! Definitely a YA book but at almost 30, I really did lose myself in them! The drama was to die for and the twists and turns had me hooked!

[Kerry Baker · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the final book in this series and it is a great fantasy story. For me it was all about the characters. I loved watching their development throughout the book and I felt like I became really invested in them. their growth really was fascinating to watch.
This is a new author to me and, although the final book of the series, I thought this book was a great way to be introduced to her. I enjoyed the writing style. The pace of the book was perfect and the story seemed to flow with ease. I will definitely be going back to read books 1&2 as well as checking out more of her work.

[Deb Robinson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Amy is a Pure. A witch with magical powers of pure light. She is the only one left. Amy is on a mission to bring her mother back from limbo.
Her evil uncle has taken her mothers soul and is trying for hers as well. With so much going on. Amy, Mae, Dakin and Maveena pull together as a team to try and save the day. Hold on tight. This is going to be a bumpy ride.

The YA book was entertaining and full of action. I was brought into the story right away. The author has a wonderful and easy writing style.

[Shelly · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh man, the drama, tension and suspense in this, the end of the series, was out of this world! Secrets revealed, betrayals, and so much more. The characters are so well-written and fit into the plot perfectly. I found the whole “desendants” storyline fascinating. That ending surprised me. A wonderful book and now I have to go back and read books 1 and 2.

[Melissa Fink · Rating 5 out of 5]

Exposed is such an amazing young adult fantasy book. The book is action packed, drama filled, with so much suspense and more. I highly recommend you reading the whole series because you wont be disappointed. Exposed was a page turner that makes you wanting to know what happens next. This book is a fast paced read.

[Cindy Rushin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this novel. This story included everything I like in a supernatural world. The author created a vibrant world full of adventure and mystery. I found myself drawn into the story as Amy worked to bring her mother back and save her world. This book was good and I look forward to reading more from the author.

[Jane litherland · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amy faces her utmost turmoil in this last in series her whole world has turned upside down and she needs help from the furthest person she’d think of …. A good story , great characters and other worldly paranormal. She has discovered a lot about herself and won’t ever be the same again. Great ya books
I received an advance copy of this and my review is my own words voluntary

[Tonya Merritt · Rating 4 out of 5]

This story jumps right in and starts with you asking questions about what is going on. Amy just wants to bring her mom back. She is so powerful but needs help. Will she be able to bring her mom back? Will she make the mistake of trusting the wrong person?