Fallen
Guardian
Trilogy
Book
1
Laury
Falter
Genre:
Young Adult Fantasy Romance
Publisher:
Audeamus LLC
Date
of Publication: April 1, 2009
ISBN:
978-0-9855110-3-6
ASIN:
B00280MFEY
Number
of pages: 274 pages
Book
Description:
Fallen
- the first book in the Guardian Trilogy...
Maggie
is unaware of the terrifying fate that awaits her. It isn’t until
she lands in New Orleans for a full year at a private high school and
her unknown enemies find her does she realize that her life is in
danger.
As
a mystifying stranger repeatedly intervenes and blocks the attempts
on her life, she begins to learn that there is more to him than his
need to protect her and that he may be the key to understanding why
her enemies have just now arrived.
Excerpt;
“I
apologize for the delay, Abaddon.”
I
turned my head to find Eran standing beside me, no more than a few
inches away.
Excitement
swelled inside me, so powerful I couldn’t have contained it if I’d
wanted to. The nervousness now displayed on Abaddon’s face gave me
even stronger encouragement.
I
wanted so desperately to reach out and wrap my arms around Eran,
wanted it more than anything in the world. My desperate yearning was
only being held back because I still couldn’t move.
I’m
not sure Eran would have allowed it anyways. He was a warrior, and he
was now engaged in battle. Besides, I was nothing more to him than
someone to save.
Eran
didn’t look my way but kept his focus on Abaddon, who stepped back
a few paces, his confidence faltering.
It
was Sarai who strolled forward, self-assured, placing herself in the
middle.
As
she strolled by Abaddon, she mused, “Don’t worry, I believe I can
handle this one.” Her face curled up into a hideous grin as she
continued her approach.
I
knew then what she planned…but it was too late.
“Eran,
so good to see you again…” she whispered in a low drawl.
“No!” I screamed
enraged, waiting for Eran to fall to the ground, whimpering with
desperation as Rufus had done.
Eran
remained standing.
A
moment passed and Sarai’s face contorted, confusion setting in. Her
state of shock became more defined, deepening further when he finally
replied.
“You
don’t work on me, Sarai…” I watched in disbelief as his
gorgeous smirk, the one I missed so deeply, rose up. Eran turned and
his stunning eyes settled on me, concentrating so intently I could
not have mistaken his message. “I’m already in love.”
The
world changed for me at that moment. As Eran’s confession hung in
the air, I felt the passion and the power in me swell. Nothing was
impossible now.
Sarai’s
mouth fell open, a shaken sigh escaping. She then looked at me, her
eyes narrowing in fury as Eran’s words sunk in.
Eran
flippantly disregarded her, turning to address Abaddon. “You are
outnumbered. You are overpowered. You have allowed yourself to be
cornered. Shoddy work, Abaddon.”
As
I watched their interaction, it dawned on me that Eran was enjoying
this moment and that it appeared to have been long overdue. I felt a
smile on my lips, nearly causing me to giggle.
It
was then Abaddon released me. I fell to the ground, hitting it hard
but overwhelmed with relief. I glanced up, wondering what power Eran
had over Abaddon to give up his hold on me.
In
an instant, I realized what had happened.
Abaddon
had let me go willingly. He needed his energy – all of it – for
another reason…
Leaning
forward, Abaddon’s arms extended, his feet sweeping up from the
ground, as he lunged for Eran.
Reviews
"Fast-paced,
the story starts off strong and retains a tight rein on the momentum
throughout. This book mixes humor, mystery, and the supernatural into
a satisfying blend that should appeal to both young and more mature
readers." ~Coffee Time Romance Review
"Great
flow of interest and most unusual characters (that you will love as I
have). I have laughed out loud at some of them. Good, simple, fast
read that has a great hook, line and sinker." ~Great Minds Think
Aloud Review
"A
very good read with interesting characters and a quick pace."
~Life Is Better With Books Review
"While
I was given the first book I just bought the 2nd one, Eternity, and
plan to start it tonight." ~The Book Hookup
About
the Author:
Laury
Falter is a bestselling author of young adult romantic suspense and
urban fantasy. She has three series out: the Guardian Trilogy, the
Residue Series, and the Apocalypse Chronicles.
Interview
Where are you from? A small town called Simi Valley,
CA. Quirky facts about the place…it bodes the nation's second-longest train
tunnel (while this is unsubstantiated I continue to shamelessly spout it off),
Rocketdyne (which would test rockets when I was a kid that were loud enough to
vibrate your chest), and is the film site for numerous Hollywood movies (such
as Poltergeist, The Big Lebowski, G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra).
Tell us your latest news? I just bought a new
computer, which is small for traveling purposes, which requires a small screen,
which hurt my eyes, which prompted me to buy a new monitor. I feel like I’ve
just gone through a round of interior decorating where all I initially wanted
to do was change the lamp shade.
When and why did you begin writing? January 2009. Joyce
Durham, the mother of my good friend, lost her battle to colon cancer and the
family went through a difficult time with her loss. I witnessed it, which was
challenging in and of itself, and it made me wish there was someone capable of
visiting with those who had passed over to the other side to bring back
messages to the living. And from it, Magdalene Tanner, and the concept for
Fallen, was born.
When did you first consider yourself a writer? When
I quit my day job four years ago to write full-time. That first full day of
writing is something of a catalyst. It carries with it the feeling of freedom which
is dampened by a nagging understanding that you need to really write now or
you’ll starve like all good writers do.
What inspired you to write your first book? See above answer to "When and why did you begin
writing?"
Do you have a specific writing style? I do. It's
fast-paced. I've always liked page-turner novels so naturally I write this way.
It keeps one from getting bored. That applies to the writer and the reader, by
the way.
How did you come up with the title? The novel is
about fallen angels so unsurprisingly it denotes what you'll find inside beyond
the front cover. Pretty precise of me, isn't it?
Is there a message in your novel that you want
readers to grasp? No. I only want readers to walk away feeling like they've
just taken a good long break from their daily life. To me, that is a successful
novel.
How much of the book is realistic? New Orleans,
where the book takes place, is very real. One walk down Bourbon Street will
prove that point. When you visit New Orleans' French Quarter you take away
sights, smells, tastes that you probably have never encountered before. It's an
exciting awakening. The characters and plot were developed with this in mind.
Are experiences based on someone you know, or events
in your own life? A good portion of the mystical was taken from my research on
the validity of an afterlife. I've read accounts from those who have survived
flat-lining and I've met with real, notable psychics and mediums. And a lot of
what I learned was actually put into the book.
What books have most influenced your life? Stephen
King's earlier novels were transitional in getting me to read when I was in
junior high and high school. While I read that he considers himself the
literary equivalent of a Big Mac and fries, it was his novels that germinated
my love for reading.
If you had to choose, which writer would you
consider a mentor? Stephen King has already been mentioned, but add to the list
Anne Rice. Her character development is outstanding.
What book are you reading now? Nothing. I'm writing,
which leaves me just enough time in the day to brush my teeth and watch Walking
Dead.
Are there any new authors who have grasped your
interest? Lee Child’s Jack Reacher series. Easy to read and sucks you right in.
Thanks, Lee, for delaying the start of my most recent book (meant to be read
with sarcasm).
What are your current projects? I’m working on the 2nd
prequel to the Guardian Trilogy. Have not set a release date yet, though.
What would you like my readers to know? Fallen is
the first novel in the bestselling Guardian Trilogy (now a saga with the
introduction of prequels which are now being released). There is also a
spin-off series, called Residue, which carries the two main characters in this
novel into an entirely new world.
Website:
http://www.lauryfalter.com
Twitter
page: http://www.twitter.com/LauryFalterFacebook page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Laury-Falter/196033543803745
Goodreads page: http://www.goodreads.com/lauryfalter
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