Alright.
I'm nervous.
But here goes.
I'm nervous.
But here goes.
I'm not sure how it all went wrong.
The concept was simple.
The Trials were made to test us. They were made to challenge our strengths; our bravery.
We were supposed to come out better.
Winning the Trials would make us Superior citizens.
It would bring us honor and demonstrate our loyalty to the Imperial Alliance.
I knew exactly what I wanted.
Until I met him.
There was something about him. Something dark. If only I had known the danger it would put us in.
I thought I knew the risks.
But I never imagined the price we'd pay.
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An insightful look at the good and bad that exist within us, McKendry's debut is a high-octane adventure that pushes the imagination to the limit as it lays bare the nature of self-reliance, self-confidence, and teamwork. Playing with the concepts of dark and light and how they affect our lives in multiple forms, her novel is a complex coming of age story that encapsulates the heroine's journey from student to leader. A dark tale of love and revenge, From the Ashes is a powerful reminder to think for yourself instead of blindly following what you've been taught to believe.
***
So…
What do you think?
I honestly find it hard to believe that when I first started writing this blog, I was only halfway through writing the first draft of From the Ashes. And to think that now, I have the cover, which has completely brought the story to life!
I can't believe I've gotten this far!
Then again, I couldn't have made it without all of your great help and support. Truly, you guys are all just so awesome!
Thanks so much for everything :)
--Jess
29 comments:
Congratulations! The cover is beautiful and I'm sure the book would be great, too! Hard work pays :)
No need to be nervous - it looks cool!
Congrats, Jess, it's wonderful!
Wow, what a fantastic cover. Good luck with it.
Yours is the best cover I've seen in a while, so be proud! You are going to do fab!! ((hugs))
Yay! I'm soo excited for you!!! :)
It looks awesome Jessica! Amazing! I'm so happy for you.
Congrats!!
I love the cover. I think it's perfect!
Visiting from Miranda's place--congrats on your accomplishment Jessica. I hope your launch goes well.
Congrats on this, Jess! All your hard work is coming to life! Very proud to say we're blogging buddies. You're an inspiration.
Congrats Jess!
Very COOL COVER!!!!!
Wow- love the cover. The book sounds amazing. Best!
Well the synopsis sounds fantastic and the cover is great. Congrats!
Allison (Geek Banter)
Hello! I'm new here at the blog. I saw your cover reveal/synopsis at Angela Brown's blog, and I loved it, so I wanted to stop by and congratulate you!
The book sounds awesome, and I can't wait to read it! I'll definitely be looking for it when it comes out. It's amazing and wonderful that you're a YA writer writing YA. Keep penning!
Best Wishes,
Alexandra~
Ooo, I absolutely love the cover!!
Congratulations, Jessica! It sounds awesome. Where's the blog tour sign-up? I'm in :)
It's amazing, Jess. Congratulations.
WOW! Seriously - WOW!!! the cover is beautiful and I'm so looking forward to getting hold of this!
Congratulations and so chuffed for you.
BTW anything I can do to help in the launch, let me know-
l dot bambrey at gmail dot com
Laura x
Hey Jessica! Just had to stop by and tell you that the cover is AMAZING! Really love it! Great to find you and your blog. Can't wait for your book to be released.
The cover is stunning and the synopsis sounds amazing too. Congratulations!
You truly deserve it. So very happy for you!
Congratulations on your cover! :) It really is amazing.
Congratulations! What a wonderful cover! It looks so fantastic. Good luck, and I can't wait.
I really like this cover Jess! It sorta reminds me of the original covers for Across the Universe and a Million Suns by Beth Revis. (LOVED those books). This premise sounds amazing. So excited for you!
The biggest congratulations to you Jessica! You must be stoked. What an achievement and the cover looks really great!
I am visiting from Mirand's blog, and I am now your newest follower. Congrats on the book!
Wow I would definitely check out this book after seeing the cover, wicked blurb :)
That is a GORGEOUS cover! Did you do it?!
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