Saturday, August 16, 2014

Blog Tour: Angel Crest Series by Chelsea O'Neal

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Juniper's Princess and
Zoku's Hope
by Chelsea O'Neal
Tour Organizer: N K Author Services



Daniah is different, she always has been and now her dreams and visions of the future are increasing, she knows her life is changing. She just doesn't know by how much...
Jaiden is different, but he knows why and he knows his responsibilities. He must find the saviour of his race, the angel human half-breeds who are fighting a war for humanity's souls. If he can't convince Daniah she is more than just a little different - she is the princess of their people - they are all going to die.
Unfortunately Daniah doesn't have many reasons to trust Jaiden, especially when he is caught in a web of his own lies.
In a world where half-breed angels walk among us, fighting an evil for our souls, Daniah must find the strength to become the princess we all need.
Chelsea O'Neal has a unique voice in storytelling, threading the characters lives together intricately to give us a complex web of good versus evil in a world descending into chaos...

Excerpt
““I would like to be with you, by your side, as your potential bond,”” he says, sounding confident though his eyes give away his nerves.
Is he asking me out? ““Are you asking me out, I mean like as my boyfriend?”” I ask slowly.
He frowns at me this time then looks as if he is searching for a word. ““For humans, is a boyfriend the same as a lover?”” he asks and I feel my cheeks flame with his direct question.
I clear my throat. ““Ah, yes, that would be correct.””

He grins then nods. ““Then yes, I would like to be your boyfriend.””

Review:
Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

Juniper’s Princess is the first in the Angel Crest series by Chelsea O’Neal. I’ve never read a novel about half human half angel hybrids, but after this read I am hooked on the genre. Daniah always felt a little different than the norm, but she finds out that referring to herself as a little different is a really big understatement. She is actually the princess of her people and they are in dire need of her. It is Jaiden’s duty to convince her of these facts and get her to return to their people, but to do so he must earn her trust. Can Jaiden convince her that she can save their people and win her heart?  

Juniper’s Princess draws you into an amazing fantasy world where humans and human/angel hybrids coexist. The characters and story are really engaging throughout the entire read. As Daniah learns who she really is, the reader does as well, which I found quite interesting to learn about her world with the same “new” eyes that she is. The reader is really brought into a story filled with excitement, danger, wonder, and sex. I would recommend this book to anyone interested in fantasy and adventure with a little sex thrown in and since the sequel, Zoku’s Hope, is already out, the reader is able to further dive into the world the talented O’Neal has created. 


After Jaiden found Daniah in Juniper, they returned to Garnet City. Daniah is destined to become Queen of Zoku, a race of angel half-breeds who protect the humans from a soul-stealing evil. Now, Daniah is learning of her abilities and responsibilities as queen. Just as things seem to be going smoothly, a group of Zoku show up to help, led by an angel, Shelly.
Mallory has been on her own for most of her life, trying to protect and save those around her.  She is Toyek, and she's been hiding in plain sight while fighting for her life. She is intent on finding her friend’s daughter, whatever it takes, when an innocent trip to the supermarket takes an interesting turn.
Orion has been hired to find a female and, as a Tracker, finding people is his specialty. He discovers much more than he was looking for when he runs into the beautiful Mallory. While pursuing both his target and the resistant Mallory, he finds himself fighting to defend Princess Daniah and the Zoku.
Can Orion and Mallory work together to help Daniah be the hope the Zoku so desperately need? Or will a few surprises and a tragedy be all it takes to break the united front of the Zoku fighting against the evil Meikal?
Excerpt
“You act tough, like a tiger,” his lips brush my ear again before he forces my face to turn toward him. “Is there a tiger inside?”

I blink, not knowing how to answer, and feeling a twist of nerves along with the rush of desire. Is he going to kiss me, right here in front of everyone? I unconsciously lick my lips, and Orion narrows his eyes at the action. 
Review
Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆

Zoku’s Hope is the second in the Angel Crest Series by Chelsea O’Neal. In my opinion, this book is not to be read until after reading the first one, or you might have difficulty having a full understanding of what is going on. After Jaiden is able to get Daniah to Garnet City, where she is to become Queen of a half breed species of angels known as Zoku, she begins learning what it will mean to be queen in terms of her power andresponsibilities. We also get to see the evolving relationship between Daniah and Jaiden that began in the first book as well as the introduction of more new characters. At the book’s core though, Daniah truly is the hope for the Zoku in the battle of good vs. evil. 

I really enjoyed Zoku’s Hope. The introduction of new characters as well as seeing the story from the different characters makes it both unique and even more interesting. For those hoping to see the series neatly wrapped up at the conclusion of this book, they will absolutely not find that to be the case. You will have to wait until Ms. O’Neal pens another Angel Crest book to learn what happens, but no spoilers here. I, for one, cannot wait to see what happens next. I would recommend this book to a wide variety of readers, including those who love romance and the fantasy/sci fi genres.





Chelsea O’Neal lives in her fantasy world where people can fly, vampires could be real, money is never an issue, and the romantic meeting of your true love is a normal happening.  When not relaxing in Chelsea-ville, she enjoys talking with animals that talk back and taking long walks with her Prince Charming…
Actually Chelsea lives in the United States in Nebraska, where she was born and raised, with her black lab Daisey, who hasn’t spoken actual words, but she is pretty sure Daisey understands her. She is yet to meet her Prince Charming, though she is quite sure he is out there. Chelsea enjoys working in a library as well as a cosmetologist. She is an avid reader and writing has always been her passion. Zoku’s Hope is her second novel, and she is working on her next book now.
Goodreads Book Link:
Juniper's Princess
Zoku's Hope


 

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  1. Sizzle CAugust 20, 2014 at 10:36 PM

    Thanks for being part of my blog tour, and for the honest reviews! I am so very happy you enjoyed the first two books of the Angel Crest Series!! :) ~Chelsea O'Neal

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