A Story of Giants - Book 1

A Story of Giants - Book 1
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Age Range
13+
Release Date
February 27, 2021
ISBN13
9781393462132
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Which side do you choose when your family is both the good and evil of the Giants who guard our realm of endless worlds?

First Book in New YA Fantasy Series

What if I told you that our world was but one on a string, like an infinite length of pearls? Only those of us whose gifts have awakened, the "Giants" among us, can travel this string, called a realm, and, in rare cases, transverse multiple realms. Giants live on the principles of peace and humility, keeping watch over the infinite worlds under the guidance of the Council which dictates a policy of non-interference in the absence of a world's imminent self-destruction.

18-year old Leanna Salinger emerges as a Warrior Giant. But even among her own kind, she is alone. She won't open her heart to anyone beyond her younger sister Violet. When insurgents plot to overthrow the Council, Leanna and her fellow trainees embark on a multi-world quest to protect it. To survive, Leanna must fight the tragic past which has come to define her and learn to open her heart to the man who loves her.

Which side do you choose when your family is both the good and evil of the Giants who guard our realm of endless worlds?

First Book in New YA Fantasy Series

What if I told you that our world was but one on a string, like an infinite length of pearls? Only those of us whose gifts have awakened, the "Giants" among us, can travel this string, called a realm, and, in rare cases, transverse multiple realms. Giants live on the principles of peace and humility, keeping watch over the infinite worlds under the guidance of the Council which dictates a policy of non-interference in the absence of a world's imminent self-destruction.

18-year old Leanna Salinger emerges as a Warrior Giant. But even among her own kind, she is alone. She won't open her heart to anyone beyond her younger sister Violet. When insurgents plot to overthrow the Council, Leanna and her fellow trainees embark on a multi-world quest to protect it. To survive, Leanna must fight the tragic past which has come to define her and learn to open her heart to the man who loves her.

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When Leanna's grandmother passes, she soon discovers the world of the giants. But there aren't any large beings. No, instead the giants are a collection of people who watch over all of the different worlds. It's their job to uphold order and makes sure people are behaving with kindness and don't fight. Leanna's talents are promising but Lieutenant Gyan pushes her harder than anyone else and this irritates her to no end. But a collision happens and Leanna is thrown into a different world with Lieutenant Gyan. Here, he defends her and helps guide her along an appropriate path. As they move forward, a connection forms between them and feelings shift.

The idea of different realms is intriguing, especially with the group of Giants working as the protectors of it. Leanna is a strong character who isn't afraid to stand up for herself, no mater who it's against. She goes against Lieutenant Gyan a time or two until things seem to shift between them after she learns of his past. The world-building is unique and my one problem would be the pacing of the story. I didn't have time to fall in love with any of the characters due to the speed and lack of depth. While we do see Leanna grow into a better person, the connection to her didn't shine through.


Final Verdict: The overall concept of the book is fascinating and the quick pace will hold your interest. I would recommend this to fans of fantasy, romance, and strong female leads.
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