Sunday, July 5, 2015

A Novel With Fantasy, Romance, and Mystery--Raving Reviews!

Serena Clarke is from sunny Southern Utah.  She has loved writing since she was young and has taken several writing classes.  She loves fantasy with a hint of romance and wishes to contribute to the genre.

Serena has a Bachelors Degree in Graphic Design and is a member of the Red Mountain Shadows Publishing team.  She is passionate about learning, reading, art, and design.  She enjoys designing her book covers as much as writing her books.



Hello Everyone! Here is the scoop about this new fantasy series.

Fantasy has become one of the most popular genre, simply because you are taken into a completely new world… a world of magic and mystery… where almost anything can happen. In this new series by Serena Clarke, we have an enchanting kingdom and mystical creatures that reside in the forests.

The Treasure of Isian is the first book in The Isian Series. Prince Garin is a brave, proud, adventure-seeking prince. Elani is his most trusted servant and she would do anything for him. Their quest to find the mystical Treasure of Isian is immediately interrupted and they find themselves confronted by giants, elves, dragons, and a vengeful water-witch. Elani must face her greatest fears to save her prince and her kingdom. Will they be able to make a great sacrifice to save the kingdom?

The Treasure of Isian was a stirring tale of an enchanted servant and a handsome prince,” wrote Author Charissa Stastny.The adventures they face together as they search for the fabled treasure of Isian that will grant the bearer any wish they desire. Once I picked it up, I couldn’t put it down. The author did a wonderful job pacing the story and connecting me to the characters. Superb story that brought a smile to my face and helped me remember that sometimes, we can overlook the most valuable treasures in life if we’re not careful.”


In The Alliance of Isian, Isian decides to make an alliance with their long time enemies.  Isian sends a proposal, offering their daughter to the prince, in order to ensure an alliance. Princess Gabrielle and Prince Alec must learn to work together and trust each other in order to triumph in the approaching war. With a mysterious beast attacking the kingdom, their lives in danger, and overcoming their vast cultural differences, will love grow despite their trials?

The Alliance of Isian is an enchanting story and very difficult to put down. Gabrielle is a strong character and I could feel the emotions she was experiencing. I could feel her frustration in being forced to marry someone she did not know, and whose background was totally so different from her own. Alec is likewise a strong character and has his definite opinions, but he is also very sensitive to Gabrielle's feelings of inadequacy in marrying a stranger. As time passes, I could see the respect they gradually develop for each another and how they learn to understand one another's differences. They learn to accept one another's faults and failings. I noticed the change in both characters, a change for the better, as Gabrielle and Alec fall in love. This is one of the best fantasies I've read.” –Author Linda Weaver Clarke

For more information, to read a sample chapter, or purchase a book, visit http://serenaclarke.wordpress.com.

12 comments:

Nancy said...

This story sounds intrigeing. Thanks for this opportunity.

Nancy said...

My email is
jluebke@frontier.com

Mama Blamer said...

This sounds like a very interesting read.

Mai T. said...

koukkunokka@anvianet.fi

Thanks for the giveaway, I hope I win.

Unknown said...

sounds interesting. thanks for the chance:)

Unknown said...

This sounds awesome, you had me at giants, elves and dragons! Love fantasy and a bit of romance and action never hurts anyone.

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Unknown said...

Hey! thanks for the giveaway :)

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Diane Elizabeth said...

The first two books sound amazing, thanks for bringing them to my attention!
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Ann Summerville said...

I stopped by your blog today.
Ann

Unknown said...

The Alliance of Isian sounds like a fantastic read!

Thanks for the amazing giveaway!
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Daniel M said...

sounds like a fun one! - regnod(at)yahoo(d0t)com

Linda Weaver Clarke said...

Congratulations to Diana South! I know you'll enjoy The Treasure of Isian. It is such a fun book to ready.