Release Day Launch + #Giveaway: Defend by Kallie Ross

We are absolutely ecstatic about this Release Day Launch for Kallie Ross's DEFEND!

 

DEFEND is a young adult fantasy adventure and the second title in the A Lost Tribe Series.

 

Be sure to grab DESCENT, the first book in this awesome series!

 

 

 

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After emerging from her Descent into an uncharted underground world, Ollie Miller is sure of three things. First, her feelings for her best friend, Mateo, are far from platonic. She can't even look at Mateo without blushing at the memory of his lips on hers. Second, an evil man named Zadok is plotting to destroy the civilization above the surface. Third, there is no way to save the earth without returning underground. At least this time, she will have her mother along with Mateo and her friends to help guide her.

 

On their journey, noor, a mystical blessing guides them, but only if they’re willing to follow. Ollie’s determined to save the tribe from their evil leader, even if it means facing off with her long-lost grandfather. As Zadok comes face to face with his runaway daughter and his granddaughter, his plan starts to unravel, but is it too late to stop the destruction that he put into motion? Can the tribe survive and the surface be saved? Will Ollie learn to trust her own heart before it is too late?

Defend is the conclusion to Ollie's discovery of a lost tribe in Descent. Don’t miss this adventure, brimming with ancient secrets and a thrilling underworld.

 

Read the First Chapter of DEFEND here!

   

And don’t miss the first book in the series, DESCENT!

 

 

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Praise for DESCENT: “Descent is a gripping debut that takes you on a roller coaster - a page turner that has you asking - what happens next. I loved every single word of it.” Fangirlish.com  

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

 


Kallie Ross has a love for learning that has gravitated toward studying conspiracy theories and contradictions in our culture. Her creative conclusions have ignited a passion to write compelling young adult fiction that incorporates legend, conjecture, fantasy, and conviction. Kallie's first novel Descent: A Lost Tribe Book 1, was released last year. Kallie Ross loves being a wife, mother, friend, writer, and teacher. She began teaching high school English in 2002 and started blogging and podcasting in 2008. She has a brilliant husband, two redheads, and never imagined her life would ever be this fun!    

KallieRoss.com ** Kallie Ross Facebook Page ** @KallieRoss Twitter ** KallieRossWrites Tumblr ** Descent: A Lost Tribe Facebook Page ** Goodreads Page ** Read more about DESCENT ** DEFEND: Read Chapter 1 ** DEFEND on Goodreads

 

 

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Cover Reveal: Defend by Kallie Ross

We are absolutely thrilled to bring you the Cover Reveal for Kallie Ross's DEFEND!

 

DEFEND is a Young Adult Fantasy Adventure and the second book in her A Lost Tribe Series. 

 

 DEFEND releases on May 21st!!

 

Add DEFEND to your TBR pile now and be sure to (re)read DESCENT while you wait!

 

 

 

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After emerging from her Descent into an uncharted underground world, Ollie Miller is sure of three things. First, her feelings for her best friend, Mateo, are far from platonic. She can't even look at Mateo without blushing at the memory of his lips on hers. Second, an evil man named Zadok is plotting to destroy the civilization above the surface. Third, there is no way to save the earth without returning underground. At least this time, she will have her mother along with Mateo and her friends to help guide her.

 

On their journey, noor, a mystical blessing guides them, but only if they’re willing to follow. Ollie’s determined to save the tribe from their evil leader, even if it means facing off with her long-lost grandfather. As Zadok comes face to face with his runaway daughter and his granddaughter, his plan starts to unravel, but is it too late to stop the destruction that he put into motion? Can the tribe survive and the surface be saved? Will Ollie learn to trust her own heart before it is too late?

 

Defend is the conclusion to Ollie's discovery of a lost tribe in Descent. Don’t miss this adventure, brimming with ancient secrets and a thrilling underworld.

 

 

Don't forget to grab the first book in this amazing series, DESCENT...

 

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Seventeen year old Ollie Miller is ready to leave all of her hurt feelings behind, but moving on seems impossible while living next door to her ex-best friend, Mateo. When curious earthquakes begin to shake and rip open the foundation of her small town, the ground becomes as unsteady as her feelings for him. When they fall, they fall hard…

Ollie’s disastrous attempt to save Mateo’s brother from falling into a curious chasm results in their descent into a cavernous wonderland. Ollie, Mateo, Jesse, and Alexis search for a way back home, and encounter a mysterious tribe of natives. Gabriel, the next in line to lead his people, is granted permission to guide them to the surface. On their treacherous journey, an overzealous elder threatens all of their lives, because he can’t risk them exposing his people, or the power he wields. The group discovers ancient secrets, unexpected truths, and uncharted feelings. Ollie must find a way out or risk being stuck in the caves forever—or worse, dead.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Kallie Ross has a love for learning that has gravitated toward studying conspiracy theories and contradictions in our culture. Her creative conclusions have ignited a passion to write compelling young adult fiction that incorporates legend, conjecture, fantasy, and conviction. Kallie's first novel Descent: A Lost Tribe Book 1, was released last year.

Kallie Ross loves being a wife, mother, friend, writer, and teacher. She began teaching high school English in 2002 and started blogging and podcasting in 2008. She has a brilliant husband, two redheads, and never imagined her life would ever be this fun!

KallieRoss.com ** Kallie Ross Facebook Page ** @KallieRoss Twitter ** KallieRossWrites Tumblr ** Descent: A Lost Tribe Facebook Page ** Goodreads Page ** Read more about DESCENT ** DEFEND: Read Chapter 1

 

 

 

 

 

 

Release Day Launch: First 5 Chapters, Review + #Giveaway: Descent by Kallie Ross

 

We are extremely excited to bring you the Release Day Launch for Kallie Ross' DESCENT!!

 

DESCENT is an amazing young adult fantasy adventure that is out today!!

   

 

 

 

FIRST FIVE CHAPTERS:

 

Descent (Chapters 1-5)

 

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Seventeen year old Ollie Miller is ready to leave all of her hurt feelings behind, but moving on seems impossible while living next door to her ex-best friend, Mateo. When curious earthquakes begin to shake and rip open the foundation of her small town, the ground becomes as unsteady as her feelings for him. When they fall, they fall hard…

 

Ollie’s disastrous attempt to save Mateo’s brother from falling into a curious chasm results in their descent into a cavernous wonderland. Ollie, Mateo, Jesse, and Alexis search for a way back home, and encounter a mysterious tribe of natives. Gabriel, the next in line to lead his people, is granted permission to guide them to the surface. On their treacherous journey, an overzealous elder threatens all of their lives, because he can’t risk them exposing his people, or the power he wields. The group discovers ancient secrets, unexpected truths, and uncharted feelings. Ollie must find a way out or risk being stuck in the caves forever—or worse, dead.

“Descent is a gripping debut that takes you on a roller coaster - a page turner that has you asking - what happens next. I loved every single word of it.” Fangirlish.com

Add DESCENT on Goodreads and Facebook!

DESCENT Goodreads ** DESCENT Facebook

REVIEW

I really wanted to love this book, but I have to be honest and say that I got a bit bored with it. I expected an exciting adventure-filled read, but it kind of fell flat.

This story started off well and I enjoyed getting to know the characters, but as soon as Ollie and her friends found themselves deep underground, in an unknown world with strange people, I felt a little lost. I did enjoy exploring this new world and its weird inhabitants, and it was enlightening to see the difference between the underground world and that which Ollie and them came from. Life was simple, but with strict rules that made things just as complicated, and maybe even a little harsher that the surface world. Each world had its own set on pros and cons.

When Ollie and her friends started on their journey back to the surface I was expecting a little more action, or more hurdles blocking their path. And when they were faced with problems, they seemed to get over them quickly without too much turmoil. There was a little mystery to this book, with Ollie having her own noor and the realization that she may have more of a connection with the underground people than she thought, but it didn't hold my attention enough to keep me hooked.

The ending also felt a little too abrupt. I wouldn't call it a cliffhanger, and I was expecting Ollie to want to find out more about her heritage, but I didn't expect the story to end the way it did. It felt unfinished.

 

 

 

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About Kallie Ross: Over time my love for learning gravitated toward studying conspiracy theories and contradictions in our culture. My conclusions have ignited a passion to write compelling young adult fiction that incorporates legend, conjecture, fantasy, and conviction. I love being a wife, mother, friend, writer, and teacher. I began teaching high school English in 2002 and started blogging and podcasting in 2008. I have a brilliant husband, two redheads, and never imagined my life would ever be this fun!    

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