It's Day 8 of the #YADeepCalling blog tour! It's my pleasure to share my thoughts on J.M. Lavallee's YA novel. But first, here's today's word clue:
As a Morning Rain Publishing editor, manuscripts land in my inbox filled with hope and potential. I get to help them develop from submitted drafts to polished masterpieces. The process is amazing, like watching a child grow into adulthood. J.M. Lavallee’s works inspire me to be a better, more creative editor, because the worlds she builds deserve special attention.
Don't forget to visit the Geeky Chiquita's blog tomorrow for the next clue!
And now... for the review...
As a Morning Rain Publishing editor, manuscripts land in my inbox filled with hope and potential. I get to help them develop from submitted drafts to polished masterpieces. The process is amazing, like watching a child grow into adulthood. J.M. Lavallee’s works inspire me to be a better, more creative editor, because the worlds she builds deserve special attention.
Deep Calling is J.M. Lavallee’s second novel. Written with
the author’s flowing tones and descriptive style, it brings to life the beauty
and magic of the Lower North Shore of Quebec. Melanie, the granddaughter of a
fisherman, hears a name on the wind and feels the irresistible call of the deep
sea. Born and raised near the water, she can’t avoid its lure, even when her
life is threatened by otherworldly, magical elements.
Manannan,
the Tuatha De Danann sea king,
wants his soulmate back and believes she rests within Melanie. Rhiannon, his
earth-bound counterpart and nemesis, will stop at nothing to prevent this from
happening. Their ethereal struggle grips the quiet town of Hailey’s Round, and
only Melanie can stop their feud from destroying her world.
J.M. Lavallee delves into a fantasy world made believable by
the unique setting and realistic characters. Placed in unusual circumstances,
the main character overcomes her fears, personal desires, and insecurities
while consistently portraying a strong, female lead. Written for a young adult
audience, the romance that sparks between Melanie and Shawn is sweet, while the
conflict introduced by Manannan
plays upon innate human emotions.
As a reader, I enjoyed every unexpected twist
and turn Lavallee introduced. Deep Calling weaves together the salty realism of
the landscape, the instability of human emotion, and the unpredictability of otherworldly
gods to create a novel of depth and perception. Filled with mystery and insight,
readers of all ages will find themselves transported to another place, where
fairy tales aren’t always so whimsical.Don't forget to enter the Rafflecopter for a chance to win a free digital copy of Deep Calling!
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About the Author
J. M. Lavallee grew up along the Lower North Shore, Quebec, in the small community of Chevery. Experiencing childhood by the Atlantic resulted in a kindred interest in Celtic Folklore, as well as the English and Irish traditions inherited by East Coast Canadians.
Devoted to literature, Lavallee spends much of her
time reading, writing, and imagining, while working as a Preschool Instructor
and Kindergarten assistant in Grovedale, Alberta. Lavallee’s most precious work,
however, is shared with her husband through the raising of their two handsome
sons. Deep Calling is J.M. Lavallee’s second novel.
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