Title: Sprite Author:
Leigh Michael Publish Date:
Published April 30th 2012 by CreateSpace
Synopsis:
Annabelle Walsh thought she had it all. She was the star of her swim team, had a loving family, a great boyfriend, and to top it off, she’d be starting at UCLA in the fall. One day, she’d be referred to as Dr. Annabelle Walsh. She was living every girl’s dream – until her life was turned upside down. All starting with finding out that she's not just a human, but also a water spirit. Half-human, half-sprite to be exact. Although not just any sprite, Annabelle is prophesied to be the only one who can save both the sprites and mankind. With a mix of current events, anecdotes from Greek mythology, tidbits of folklore, and Leigh’s own imagination, we join Annabelle in her journey to restore order beneath the sea. Each step of the way her mind, body, and soul are pushed to the limit begging the question, how much can one half-human, half-sprite take?Who knew there was a whole other world that exists in the sea?
Annabelle was celebrating with her team on a big win for the swim team. Her parents and boyfriend are extremely excited for Annabelle and all she has accomplished. Funny how a perfect life can change so quickly.
Annabelle is kidnapped. Or is she? She was taken to the ocean and dragged out in the currents in a net where she has little movement. Starting to panic and thinking that she is going to drown, Annabelle discovers that she can breathe under water. She demands answers from her captive, but gets no where.
Annabelle soon discovers a whole new world below the sea. She is told that she is not completely human, but half human, half water sprite. The Mer people that have taken her in, believe that she is the one spoken of in a prophecy, the one that can save their world, as well as the human world. Annabelle has a hard time grasping this concept.
The prophecy takes Annabelle and a small group on a dangerous adventure. As they travel to find the clues, chaos is always waiting.
Annabelle’s story Sprite is an incredible under the sea novel that will take you away with the amazing visual description. I found myself holding my breath as I was reading. As much as Annabelle misses her family, she feels compelled to do the right thing by helping this almost extinct community. Titan and Greek gods and legends are intermixed with the Mer’s history. And who doesn’t love a little mischief from the Gods?!? It was an exciting adventure with creative plots, twists, and unexpected revelations. I look forward to how Annabelle’s adventure will continue in the sequel Kin.
Meet the author of Annabelle's story, Leigh Michael
Leigh Michael is an author of YA fiction. She's
worked within the advertising world for nearly a decade before writing her
debut series, Annabelle's Story. Leigh lives in Washington , DC
with her husband and goldendoodle. Please learn more about Leigh and her works
at www.LeighMichaelBooks.com
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Monday, October 1
- Review & "Leigh's Indie ABCs Part One" at Flying on Silver Wings
Tuesday, October 2
- "Inside Annabelle" at The Character Connection
- Annabelle's Story Excerpt & Series Spotlight at Sapphyria’s Book Reviews
Wednesday, October 3
- Review at Michelle's Paranormal Vault of Books
- Review at Rumor Has It
Thursday, October 4
- "Annabelle's Story on the Big Screen" at ILoveTeenBooks
Friday, October 5
- Review at A Bookish Affair
Monday, October 8
- Review & "Get to Know Leigh Michael" at The Wormhole
- "Now Trending: YA mythology" at Reflections of a Bookaholic
Tuesday, October 9
- Giveaway & Series Spotlight & Review at A Dream Within A Dream
Wednesday, October 10
- Review at Mademoiselle Le Sphinx
Thursday, October 11
- Review & Author Interview at Geo Librarian
Friday, October 12
- Giveaway & "Annabelle's Story on the Big Screen" at Daydreaming Bookworm
Monday, October 15
- Review & Series Spotlight at Always YA at Heart
Tuesday, October 16
- "A Day in the Life" & Series Spotlight at Fade into Fantasy
- Annabelle's Story Excerpt at Wanted Readers
Wednesday, October 17
- Review & "Leigh's Indie ABCs Part Two" at Little Library Muse
- Review at Simply Books
Thursday, October 18
- Review at The Story Seekers
- "This or That with Leigh Michael" at Read Write Reviews
Friday, October 19
- Author Interview at The Teen Book Guru
Monday, October 22
- "Get to Know Leigh Michael More" & Series Spotlight at Reader Girls
Tuesday, October 23
- Review & Series Spotlight at Kimmie's Bookshelf
Wednesday, October 24
- "Annabelle's Story on the Big Screen" at Mundie Moms
Thursday, October 25
- Review & Series Spotlight at Book Blogging Beauties
Friday, October 26
- "Leigh's Indie ABCs Part Three" & Series Spotlight at Girls on YA Books
Saturday, October 27
- "Get to Know Leigh Michael Even More" at Secret Lives of Fiction Lovers
Monday, October 29
- "Annabelle's Story on the Big Screen" at Sheenah Freitas
Tuesday, October 30
- Review at Incandescent Enchantments
- Review at Insane About Books
Wednesday, October 31
- "The Love of Halloween" at Bookworm Lisa
- Trick or Treat surprise at Leigh Michael Books
Thanks so much for your kind words about Sprite. It put a huge smile on my face and I'm thrilled you enjoyed it.
ReplyDeleteYou'll have to let me know what you think about Kin too :)