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A Daughter's Curse
by C. J. Davidson
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GENRE: Teen, Young Adult, Fantasy
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BLURB:
When
Brisnay discovers that she is a part of a fantasy world and meets Nickolaus, her
miserable life takes a turn for the better. A world where anything is possible
becomes her refuge and sparks fly between her and Nickolaus. Just when she
thinks she knows everything about the realm she was thrust into, she uncovers
shocking truths that rattle her to the core.
Betrayal.
Hate. Envy. Deceit. Vengeance. Retribution. These are some of the things that
Brisnay must face to fight a powerful, unknown enemy who is out to destroy her
and strip her of the powers she's rightfully inherited.
Brisnay
realizes that she has no choice but to take a stand and must get revenge by
fighting for the right to love.
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EXCERPT ONE:
She
hugged her rib where her father had kicked her. Reality slammed against her
face. She suddenly felt emotionally worn down and fragile, like a snowflake on
the verge of being broken down and ceasing to exist. For some reason, she felt
like she had to be honest. She didn’t want to keep anything from Nickolaus.
And, if he didn’t like it or didn’t understand, then it wasn’t meant to be.
She
looked up into Nickolaus’s eyes and saw nothing but understanding and
sincerity. She felt compelled to tell him everything. “It’s my father…” she
started.
And
she told Nickolaus everything—from the way she worked like a dog to her abusive
father to how they constantly moved. When she was finished, she was almost
crying with relief that she had someone to share all her pain with. Someone
other than Dulce to lean on. She felt as if a weight had been lifted off her
chest. She didn’t realize that keeping everything in had been weighing her
down.
“I
do not know what to say,” said Nickolaus, a look of shock on his face. “But how
could this happen to you?”
Before
Brisnay knew it, Nickolaus had scooted closer to her, pulled her toward him,
and tightly hugged her. She felt the tears swelling in her eyes. She honestly
couldn’t remember the last time someone had hugged her. She tried to swallow
back the tears, but she couldn’t stop. She felt her whole body relax, and a sob
choked out, even as she tried to stop herself from crying. The tears were from
years and years of suffering and keeping this to herself.
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GUEST POST:
Five Reasons You Should Read "A Daughter's Curse"
“A
Daughter’s Curse” introduces a new mystical fantasy world incorporating the
four elements: Earth, air, water, and fire.
The parallel world in which only certain mortals have their own type of
weapon and powers, depending in which element they are born in, is intriguing
and contains realistic, believable characters. This alone should pull anyone
from their reality and escape into a world where anything is possible, allowing
them to forget about the problems and frustrations they may be facing as they
explore this realm.
A
suspenseful romance about 16-year-old Brisnay Caplin who is not only
discovering who she is, but where she comes from and what that means, is also
introduced. She is part of the elemental society, and according to their rules,
shouldn’t exist. Facing many hardships, and overcoming even more obstacles to
deal with the consequences of her heritage and a forbidden love, she decides to
take a stand and fight for the right to love. Brisnay’s actions are inspiring
throughout the book, and when the last page is reached, anyone will feel like
Hulk and will want to change the world.
Along
Brisnay’s journey through this new world, some of the truth she discovers
shocks her to the core. Without her knowledge, she faces a powerful unknown
enemy who is out to destroy her and strip her of the powers she’s rightfully
inherited. Betrayal and deceit tends to come from someone least expected, and
sometimes it is too late to do something about it. Most of us in the real world
don’t want to see it, even when the warning signs are there. That’s because we
are a part of society and this book offers a perspective of what this may look
like from an outsider. It allows you to step back to view our social problems
in a different realm.
“A
Daughter’s Curse” also has an important message that is meant to get delivered
to many who will relate to the main character, Brisnay. See, I write with a
purpose. I dedicated this book to those affected by domestic violence in hopes
of getting a message across to them: Imagination is a powerful thing. The book
demonstrates how relatable the fantasy world I created is to real life
scenarios today: The bad character who abuses, the mother who is scared to
leave, the daughter (Brisnay) who wants to escape the situation but won’t leave
her mother behind, and a forbidden love.
Obviously,
when I wrote about something that has affected me profoundly, it is not
painless. Emotions are high during the writing process, and it is not easy for
me to dig up a past that has been buried in the back of my mind for so long.
When I put bits and pieces of my life out there for the world to see, the brick
wall that was protecting me has fallen.
If
you are a victim of domestic violence, (and I say victim, because at this
point, you are going through it) don’t just let it happen. Use whatever means
you must to help you cope and escape. Personally, I used imagination and held
onto hope. That was all I could do back then.
So, my question to you is: Are you a victim? Or are you a survivor?
If you are a victim,
then fight to be a survivor.
Be Brisnay, a walking symbol for change.
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AUTHOR BIO:
Today,
I am married and have four children. Their names are Dluce, Marin, Carlos, and
Isabella. I work as Branch Manager at a financial institution. I couldn't be
happier with what I have accomplished so far.
My
next step is to somehow help those affected by domestic violence. What hurts the
most, is when children are in the middle of it. It is my belief that no one
should have to feel unsafe, living life on the edge, wondering when they are
going to get hurt. Sleeping with one eye open is the worst feeling in the
world. Fear that catches in your throat paralyzes your whole body. Living life
like that hurts and it comes with consequences. I know.
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C.J. ~ It is great to have you here! Congrats on your new book and good luck on the book tour! :)
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ReplyDeleteCongrats on the tour and thanks for the chance to win :0
ReplyDeleteI wish you the best of luck! Amd thanks :)
DeleteI am excited to be here! If am available for any questions.. :) :)
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