Discovering Daniel

Discovering Daniel
Age Range
16+
Release Date
March 10, 2014
ISBN
9781631051296

When a shocking memory surfaces that Ava McCoy can’t understand, she looks for answers. With her parents and her Uncle Sam trying to convince her that she is only chasing dreams, she is determined to prove that they are wrong, the vision too vivid in her mind to be anything but truth. When her investigation reveals another world so shocking and yet so familiar, it feels as if the pieces of the puzzle are starting to come together – with only one question left unanswered. Who is Daniel? The very memory of him draws her to the sea. Then, the ocean brings her the answer she’s seeking. Daniel himself. United, Daniel and Ava must find out why everyone wanted to keep them apart – and who is now trying their best to do it again. They must find the answers – before they succeed in separating them. Before Ava loses Daniel all over again – this time, forever.

When a shocking memory surfaces that Ava McCoy can’t understand, she looks for answers. With her parents and her Uncle Sam trying to convince her that she is only chasing dreams, she is determined to prove that they are wrong, the vision too vivid in her mind to be anything but truth. When her investigation reveals another world so shocking and yet so familiar, it feels as if the pieces of the puzzle are starting to come together – with only one question left unanswered. Who is Daniel? The very memory of him draws her to the sea. Then, the ocean brings her the answer she’s seeking. Daniel himself. United, Daniel and Ava must find out why everyone wanted to keep them apart – and who is now trying their best to do it again. They must find the answers – before they succeed in separating them. Before Ava loses Daniel all over again – this time, forever.

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Mermale/Mermaid-Are they real??

This Young Adult book was written by my favorite author, Nadine Christian. I’m definitely not a Young Adult, but agreed to read and review it. When I saw it was fantasy, I thought, “Oh no, this is not my cup of tea.” Boy, was I ever surprised. It is so believably written that I am wondering if there really is a “Mer World.” This young lady of 17 years is in love with a Mermale, who saved her life when she was 9 years old. She had forgotten the event until her Uncle helped her remember 8 years later. The suspense and mystery surrounding her family is all intertwined in a decision she has to make on her 18th birthday. Of course, the beaches, coves and waters of the island are so well described. You can close your eyes and see the beauty in the Mer city of Zeno. However, all was not beauty below the sea. They also had a court system and punished Mers who broke their law. So many wonderful fantasies surround this island that I wonder if these beautiful creatures are off the shores and how many of the people who live on the island are Mers. You’ll have to read the book to know what I mean. You will not be disappointed.
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Mermale/Mermaid-Are they real??

This Young Adult book was written by my favorite author, Nadine Christian. I’m definitely not a Young Adult, but agreed to read and review it. When I saw it was fantasy, I thought, “Oh no, this is not my cup of tea.” Boy, was I ever surprised. It is so believably written that I am wondering if there really is a “Mer World.” This young lady of 17 years is in love with a Mermale, who saved her life when she was 9 years old. She had forgotten the event until her Uncle helped her remember 8 years later. The suspense and mystery surrounding her family is all intertwined in a decision she has to make on her 18th birthday. Of course, the beaches, coves and waters of the island are so well described. You can close your eyes and see the beauty in the Mer city of Zeno. However, all was not beauty below the sea. They also had a court system and punished Mers who broke their law. So many wonderful fantasies surround this island that I wonder if these beautiful creatures are off the shores and how many of the people who live on the island are Mers. You’ll have to read the book to know what I mean. You will not be disappointed.
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