Book Review: Beyond (Crossroads #3) by Mary Ting

Reviewed by: Siobhán
Format: Ebook
Pages: UNKNOWN
Published: 12th Sept 2012
Publisher:  World Castle Publishing
Source: Author for Review
Genre: YA Paranormal Romance
Buy: NOT AVAILABLE YET.

Description:

Torn between the past she can't remember and a future she isn’t ready for, Claudia feels at a loss. With unanswered questions, she is certain there is more to her past than just being a venator. Finding the missing pieces in her life won’t be easy because duty calls. When mysterious dark shadows get released, an apocalypse sets in motion. The venators and the alkins must work together once again. Knowing Claudia would be the key to destroying the demons that were released, a familiar stranger appears to protect her. Drawn to the beautiful angel, Claudia finds she must unravel the mysteries of her past in order to help save the world. Who is the angel assisting her and why does she feel a strong connection to him? Time is running out. Will she discover all the secrets before it’s too late?

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Beyond Cover Reveal + Teaser

I am a little late at getting this post up. But better late than never! I am super excited to share the cover for Beyond. I adore this series you can read my reviews from Crossroads and Between. I highly recommend them. So here is the cover and a small teaser for the book 3, Beyond

Title: Beyond
Series: Crossroads #3
Author: Mary Ting
Published: 12th Sept 2012

Blurb

Torn between the past she can't remember and a future she isn’t ready for, Claudia feels at a loss. With unanswered questions, she is certain there is more to her past than just being a venator. Finding the missing pieces in her life won’t be easy because duty calls. When mysterious dark shadows get released, an apocalypse sets in motion. The venators and the alkins must work together once again. Knowing Claudia would be the key to destroying the demons that were released, a familiar stranger appears to protect her. Drawn to the beautiful angel, Claudia finds she must unravel the mysteries of her past in order to help save the world. Who is the angel assisting her and why does she feel a strong connection to him? Time is running out. Will she discover all the secrets before it’s too late?

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For no apparent reason, but only that he saved her once again, she felt sad to see him leave. “Wait,” she called out. “I didn’t get to thank you.” She stood up, pacing her way closer.
Michael turned slightly. “No need to thank me.” His voice was low and uncaring.
She could see his profile, urging to see more of him. “Who are you?”
Michael took a deep heavy breath. It pained him deeply to pretend not to care. “You already know. Don’t tell anyone I was here.”
“I know. You can trust me.” She was now a few steps away. Claudia extended her arms and ran her hand down his feathered masculine wings. Hot sensations coursed through Michael just from her simple touch. He closed his eyes, trying to wash away the temptation of pulling her into his arms and kissing her like he’d been wanting to every time he saw her. Erasing her memories was for the best he thought. It was better for her to be here, near him and not know who he was than to have her with the Royal Council and never see her at all.
“Why won’t you look at me?” Claudia asked sweetly.
Her tone and her touch were driving him mad. His mind told him to take off, but his heart told him to stay. Michael couldn’t stand it any longer. His whole body was blazing with heat of wanting her, needing to hold her. Clinching his fist, he was trembling, fighting what he has always wanted more than anything—her. Unable to escape his desire, with one swift motion, his lips met hers. He knew this was wrong, but he couldn’t control himself nor did he want to at this point.

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Between Blog Tour: Author Interview + Giveaway

 Today is our turn in the Between Blog Tour, having read and loved both books in the Crossroads Saga its my pleasure to have a quick interview with Mary.

Sio: Have you always been a writer or did the writing bug strike at a certain age?

Mary: I’ve been teaching for 19 years. Writing a novel never crossed my mind until my grandmother passed away. Writing became my outlet and it was a way for me to heal the loss of her.

Sio: How did you come to write about this particular genre?

Mary: To tell you the truth, I don’t remember picking up a novel since high school. One day, I went to Costco and saw a cover of two hands with an apple. It drew me in. After finding out that it was about a vampire, I put it down. When I went home, I received the Entertainment Magazine and guess who I saw on the cover? Kristin Stewart and Robert Pattinson. Just finding out that it was going to be a movie, I went back to Costco. From then on, I started reading young adult novels ONLY.

Sio: Did you have any significant high or low moments while writing the book/series?

Mary: There are times when I can write several chapters in one sitting and there are times when I’m staring at a blank page…lol!!! That is when I walk away and try not to think of the characters. Strangely, when I’m driving, cooking, or even taking a shower, something pops in my mind and the creative juice starts flowing.

Sio: What is your favorite part of the writing process?

Mary: Diving into a world that takes you away from reality. You can do and say anything you want…well… almost…lol!!!

Sio: Was there a particular book that influenced you as a teen?

Mary: I didn’t read much when I was a teen. Sad to say but I didn’t enjoy reading. Now I love it. I do remember reading and loving V.C. Andrews books.

Sio: Is anything else you would like to add about yourself or the books?

Mary: I took on a journey not knowing how rewarding it would be for me. I’ve meet so many wonderful people from all over the world through facebook, twitter, goodreads and blog sites. I’ve made everlasting friendship where friendship knows no boundaries. Writing Crossroads was a way for me to heal the loss of my grandmother. I wrote it for her, but I wrote Between for my fans. My fans have been so dedicated and their encouragement and enthusiasm has inspired me. So, for all the Crossroads fans out there, Between is for you!!! Thank you so much for having me!!! And thank you to my readers who are now my friends. Thank you for being my friend!!!

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Giveaway!!

Thank you for stopping by and reading the fab interview with Mary. As a special treat Mary is giving away THREE signed Copies of Between and a wonderful and beautiful Necklace with each book.

To enter head over to the fantastic blog tour Hosts Late Bloomers fill out the form on there post.

Good Luck!!

Late Bloomers Between Giveaway

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