He wouldn’t understand. He didn’t live in a pretend world. In truth, he did. Most beings, pure humans, walked around thinking they were the only type of people that existed.” –AlenaAs a creature forbidden by both vampire and witch cultures, Alena is forced hide her identity. Her mother moves them from city to city searching for answers. When Alena finds Hunter everything changes. She believes … believes their bond may be the. But her mother finds Theron, an equally handsome and mysterious suitor. Will the truth of his intentions be uncovered before it is too late? Or will her Mother’s kingdom be reduced to embers?
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Words straight from the blurb of this book, “If you like intriguing characters, shadowy magic, and a fresh twist on modern vampire storylines, then you’ll love Tricia Copeland’s heart-stopping tale.” I have to say that I fully agree. This was a wonderful tale. I was excited to get started and even more excited to meet Alena and many more that I was excited to meet, but would be more excited to see them with their own story in the Kingdom Journals series.
The setting up of the main characters drew me deeper in beyond the words in the blurb. The intricacies of the world that was crafted provided both deep characters and a fantastic world of fantasy, magic, and paranormal. There was long told prophecy that would lead us to the saving of a world that would parish. Alena has more to do with this tale than she could have imagined.
Kingdom of Embers was most certainly a story that set you up for much more coming. The ending was satisfying but at the same time you knew there was more coming.
I enjoyed the narration. I have no negatives or anything really outstanding about the narration. The audio was clean, clear, and flowing.
This is the first book that I have read by Tricia, and I can tell you that it won’t
be the last. A brilliant book with a great balance of magic, mystery and reality that drew me in and refused to let me go! A great plot that kept me totally enthralled the entire way through. The characters re portrayed in a really brilliant and interesting way that left me wanting to know more about them, what will their current role will emerge into? I highly recommend this book to anyone.
This is the first book I have read from this author and now she has a new fan. I love a good paranormal story but she exceeded all my expectations. This is the first book in the series of Kingdom Journals and it is a great way to start the series. I could not put this book down until the end. These characters drew me right from the start of the story and it only took me a day to devour this addictive book.
Alena Scott is not your ordinary teenager. She is a mix of witch and vampire which is unlawful in her world. Alena is a senior in high school and she wants to fit in but she knows she is different. She is shocked when she finds someone that brings her back to her childhood. Alena finds her imaginary friend all grown up and she feels something she can’t explain for him. They end up trying to find out what bonds them together. Alena might find a way to free herself from the curse but is it too good to be true? Will Alena find what she is looking for or will she be left in the dark?
Tricia Copeland is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors! Every time I read one of her books I am hooked and this one is no different, Kingdom of Embers is perfect start to a series. I love how your imagination gets lost in this book, the world building is phenomenal making you feel like you are right there experiencing it with Alena. Without giving away any spoilers, I found the plot of this book kept me on the edge of my seat- suspense and drama coaxing me to keep turning the page. Alena had great character growth, and I loved how her story is not just your basic vampire YA book; having a fresh take. I can’t wait for the next book.
Kingdom of Embers (Kingdom Journals Book 1) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Allyson Ware
Tricia Copeland is a great writer. I enjoyed this book, but it did take me a little time to get into it; just a little slow on the takeoff is all. The character development was amazing. Copeland had me convinced that I could smell Theron in the stadium and Hunter’s cold hands on mine. I also enjoyed the different take on vampires and witches, it was refreshing.
I would recommend this book to any reader that enjoyed the Twilight series. I have a feeling that the drama is only beginning with Alena and Hunter. I’m looking forward to reading the second book.
Alena is going places. I very much enjoyed this book. Very easy to get into, hard to put away. Tricia knew what she was doing when she wrote this. Very ready to see what happens in the next book.
There is an expected standard of writing Copeland’s fans have come to expect from her stories. With great anticipation and excitement, Tricia Copeland has once again delivered a great beginning to a new series! Having been a long-standing fan of Copeland, there is always a mixture of enthusiasm but worry that the new release won’t be as good as the last book I read. I shouldn’t have doubted Copeland’s storytelling ability! In “Kingdom of Embers,” Copeland weaves a new world for us with her artistic wordsmith. In this first book of the Kingdom Journal Series, we are introduced to a forbidden vampire/witch hybrid named Alena Scott who must hide her identity. Not knowing the identity of her father and constantly moving because of her mother’s job, Alena has some teenage angst which fuels the plot. As Alena moves, she encounters various characters whom she makes friends with all the while not knowing her mother’s secret plans for her. There is enough drama and suspense in this book to make new fans for Copeland and to keep her loyal fans happy. Five stars for Copeland!
I really liked this book, and finished it in one sitting. We get to follow Alena as she learns more about the dual sides to her identity, and what she is capable of from both the vampiric and witchy sides of her DNA. She is a very relatable character, and I was instantly hooked. Her curiousity sometimes gets the better of her, resulting in some interesting plot points. She is also dating for the first time in her life, and has several suitors who are interested in her. I kept hoping for more fighting or uses of her powers, but it seems like book 2 will be well situated for those. I definitely will be reading the next book in the series to see what happens next!
Kingdom of Embers: Extended Finale (Kingdom Journals Book 1) by Tricia Copeland is a magical and captivating YA paranormal fantasy. In true Tricia style her narrative takes you to the heart of the story through your imagination. It is rich in detail and lets your imagination make it into its own realisation. There is so much that makes this a wonderful yet complex story with all the right ingredients such as magic and mystery. Witches and vampires. The danger and drama are palpable, and the suspense keeps you wanting to skim each page to find out what is in store.
This is an author that I never hesitate to pick up. One of the things I enjoy most about this author is her ability to pull me into her stories from the beginning. Her attention to details give her stories a realistic feel and make them really pop. This book is no different. I enjoyed this book and it is one of my favorites by her yet. This is a well written story about Alena and an ancient spell that needs to be reversed. She likes to ignore rules and pretend to be something she is not. What will happen when she realizes that she holds the key to reversing this spell? This is a great young adult story that took me on a magical adventures with characters that brought the story to life. This is a fast paced story that is engaging and kept me turning pages to the end. I really enjoyed the creative characters and what they brought to the story. The growth of the plot and characters made you want to read more. I highly recommend this book and this author.
4 Stars
Kingdom of Embers is the first enthralling book in the Kingdom Journals by Tricia Copeland. It is a wonderful YA paranormal fantasy- full of magic, vampires, witches, mystery, suspense, danger, drama, suspense, adventure, romance, and destiny. This book is so wonderfully descriptive and vividly detailed, bringing every scene to life before my eyes. The imagery is superb. The story is enchanting!
As I have discovered previously, Ms. Copeland is a talented author who never fails to deliver a complex and captivating story. I am enjoying this series and can’t wait to see where we go from here!
Thank you, Tricia Copeland!
Voracious Readers Only provided me with a free copy to read, and I just now finished it. OH MY GOD! The story has a very interesting take on witchcraft and vampires. With this series, it is clear you will NOT know what is coming next! I am covered in goose bumps! I can’t wait to read the next book! Tricia Copeland… This was MARVELOUS! MUST READ!
Tricia Copeland is a new author to me. Kingdom of Embers is the first book in the Kingdom Journals, a YA Urban Fantasy Series. The story has witches, and vampires. The main character, Alena, is half witch, and half vampire. She is a strong, and beautiful character. The cast of supporting characters is impressive, and intriguing. The world building is complex, and original. Amy Deuchler does a great job with the narration. She has a beautiful voice, and the characters are easy to distinguish. The story continues in book 2, Kingdom of Darkness.
Kingdom of Embers is a young adult paranormal romantic fantasy novel. I loved this book! As soon as I finished reading it, I went to Amazon and purchased book 2 in the series, Kingdom of Darkness.
It’s a well-written, entertaining novel that allows you to get to know the characters, the teen romance was handled age-appropriately, the magic system is interesting and convincing for their abilities, and I thought the world building was creative. I enjoyed learning the back story throughout the book, rather than reading several chapters of info dumping. I thought the cast of characters was perfect for this story, each member played their role perfectly and made you love the good guys and fear the bad guys.
The pages turned quickly for me as the surprises, twists, and turns appeared, and new characters were introduced. I felt that the plot drove the characters through the story, creating interest for the reader from start to finish. You won’t want to put this book down! Highly recommend!!
Author Tricia Copeland is originally from Georgia but now lives in Denver, Colorado and pens Young Adult novels with a paranormal tilt. Her books to date include Drop of Sunshine, Lovelock Ones, and two series – the Being Me series of five books and The Kingdom Journals of four books of which, KINGDOM OF EMBERS is Book 1.
Setting a stage for a story that deals with vampire concepts with homespun everyday roots contributes to the involvement of the reader of Young Adult novels. Tricia heeds this and allows the foundation of her characters to be credible – before opening the door for the paranormal. “Morning.” The curtains swooshed open, and light poured into my room. I mashed the feather pillow into my face, wishing the woman moving around my room would disappear. “Can’t I be homeschooled? Or at least try online high school. One year. I’ve only got one year left.” I extended my arm and pointed my index finger up. “You know what your mother would say.” I heard Elizabeth cross to the dresser. “Does she remember what it’s like to be a teenager? Can I get a replacement for her? Or at least a refund?” Comfortable atmosphere delivered with a wry humor – a fine opening for this interesting novel.
The synopsis of the plot distills the story well – ‘Seventeen-year-old Alena Scott is tired of pretending to be something she’s not. As an outlawed vampire-witch hybrid, she’s forced to abide by the oppressive secrecy imposed by her Vampire Chancellor mother. But she’ll have to ignore the rules when she comes face-to-face with a handsome, full-grown version of her childhood imaginary friend. Shocked that he recognizes her as his own pretend play pal, the two embark on a quest to solve the mystery of their fantasized companionship. And as they unravel their entwined destinies, Alena realizes she holds the key to a curse which could free them all—or condemn witchkind to eternal suffering. Can Alena and her impossibly familiar partner reverse an ancient spell before they’re sent to a mortal grave?’
Tricia makes her story work, due in part to her accessible writing skills, but also to her colorful imagination and her ability to transform the world into make-believe – if only for the time this fine book is being enjoyed. Recommended for the chosen Young Adult cadre!
It was a fresh twist on the paranormal.
Kingdom of Embers by Tricia Copeland is about a forbidden half breed named Alena. Alena is half Vampire, half witch. The vampires and witches hate each other which makes her existence dangerous. On top of all that she is also facing the dangers of high school. Being the weird new girl in her last year of school is hard enough without all of the added drama.
Alena is trying to find out more about herself and her abilities. Her biological father being a mystery has her intrigued about her witch side. Her mother being a controlling, strict vampire has Alena curious about how her vampire side works. Along the way she befriends multiple creatures, on both sides, learning more than she ever has.
I loved this book from start to finish. It was action packed with a touch of romance. The flow was very smooth. After I was done reading this book, I immediately looked for the second book in the series called “Kingdom of Darkness”. I can’t wait to start reading it!
Kingdom of Embers is book one in the Kingdom Journals series by Tricia Copeland. I couldn’t put this one down. This is my first read by this author and I was impressed!
I think for me, it was the combination of fantasy, reality and suspense that kept me turning the pages. I was being drawn into this world that had me thinking/feeling it was real.
Alena is half witch – half vampire, and that is a no go. So of course she has to pretend to be something that she’s not, human. I really enjoyed her character. She’s a good kid but she’s got a lot of questions that are going unanswered, like who’s her dad and where is he? And she wants to get to the bottom of it regardless of what her mom says and the danger it could cause.
When she runs into her childhood imaginary friend, she realizes he wasn’t imaginary after all.
They get together to see if they can solve the mystery of how something like this could be possible.
The book does end in a cliffhanger, so now I have to get the rest of the books in this series.
I did not want the story to end! This was an awesome YA fantasy read. There are plot twist that I was not expecting at all! Alena is not supposed to exist. Her imaginary friends from her childhood are not supposed to exist. But she does and they do. As history and secrets are exposed, everything starts to come to a head. This is such an engaging read and I can’t wait to read book 2! I love Tricia Copeland’s books!
You wont be able to stop reading this book, amazing!! The characters are great … I find the mystery of whats going on compelling me to read more. The more I read the more I want to know everything… I’m totally hooked, I cant wait to read the next book!!
Kingdom of Embers (Kingdom Journals-volume #1) by Tricia Copeland – Review by Erica Banes