Monday, October 10, 2011

Debut Author Spotlight

Thanks to Christina Lee I joined the debut author spotlight. I am spotlighting Across The Universe, by Beth Revis and With A Name Like Love, by Tess Hilmo.

Drum roll, please!

The top three reasons why I loved Beth's debut novel are:

The characters. Elder and Amy are compelling and intriguing. Well written with a fast pace and short chapters, Beth never let her readers down.

The plot. A spacecraft leaving earth with cryogenically frozen passengers aboard is enough to send shivers up my spine and make me want to read the book (even though I critiqued it in its early stages).

Harley. He is my favorite character. I loved him when I first critiqued the story in 2008. And he never disappointed me. He is an awesomely done character with a sad ending. What's not to love? I cried at his end. He was an artist extraordinaire!

The top three reasons I loved Tess's debut novel are:

The plot. The idea of a traveling preacher and his family swinging into town for a three day revival is all I needed to know. Who wouldn't want to read Tess's charming middle grade novel?

Ollie and Jimmy and the entire book of well drawn characters. Tess is evidently a master of characterization. She  made me feel like I had known these folks all my life.

The town. I can't soon forget this town called Binder. What an awesome mystery and an excellent job of writing.

Thanks to Beth Revis and Tess Hilmo for giving me terrific characters, and an exciting story line. I so enjoyed myself in your worlds.
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26 comments:

  1. StinaOctober 10, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Thanks for the suggestions. I haven't read Across the Universe yet, and I haven't heard of Tess's book (though I'm thinking that's because it doesn't sound like it's a YA book).

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  2. Creepy Query GirlOctober 10, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    I loved Beth Revis's Across The Universe- great pick!

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  3. Theresa MilsteinOctober 10, 2011 at 8:19 AM

    You beat me on snagging Across the Universe to spotlight. But since you were a reader, it makes sense that YOU do it.

    I was a big fan of Harley too.

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  4. Katie GanshertOctober 10, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    Hey girlie! What a great idea for the blogosphere! I'm all about supporting debut novelists!

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  5. Christine FonsecaOctober 10, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Great choice for today. Woot woot!

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  6. Karen LangeOctober 10, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Thanks for the info on both of these books, amigo! I value your opinion.:)
    Have a lovely day!

    Hugs and blessings,
    Karen

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  7. UnknownOctober 10, 2011 at 8:56 AM

    *beaming at you* Aw, shucks! Thanks!

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  8. Christina LeeOctober 10, 2011 at 9:17 AM

    I read Beth's book (*love*) and now Tess' book is on my radar! THX for participating!

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  9. Nicole ZoltackOctober 10, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    I won Beth's book in a contest and can't wait to read it!

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  10. UnknownOctober 10, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    I still haven't read this one! :mentally kicks self: I'm a little jelous that you got to crtique it in its early stages. How exciting!

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  11. Shannon O'DonnellOctober 10, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    LOVED this book, bff! Absolutely LOVED it!!! :-)

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  12. Sharon K. MayhewOctober 10, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    "Tess is evidently a master of characterization." You are so right! I haven't read LOVE in full, but I read some of it before Tess signed with an agent. She really writes beautifully. :D

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  13. PattiOctober 10, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    I loved Across the Universe - especially the first chapter.

    I've heard of Tess' book and now I'm adding it to my list. Thanks for the reviews.

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  14. KimOctober 10, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Thanks for pointing direction to what sounds like some good reads. Looking forward to checking 'em out.

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  15. UnknownOctober 10, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Great choices!!! I'm loving all the authors being debuted and you doing two is just fantastic!!!

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  16. Kristin RaeOctober 10, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I loved Across the Universe too! Can't wait for book two!

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  17. Susanna Leonard HillOctober 10, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Both books sound terrific! Can you believe I haven't read Across The Universe yet???!!!

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  18. LynNerdKelleyOctober 10, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    I haven't read Across the Universe yet either. I keep hearing wonderful things about it, so I'll add it to my TBR list. Thanks, Robin, for recommending two good books for us to read!

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  19. AnonymousOctober 11, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Ooh, I loved AtU, too! I hadn't heard of Tess's book, so thanks for the reccie!

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  20. catherinemjohnson.comOctober 11, 2011 at 11:07 AM

    Haven't read either, adding to my tbr pile, thanks Robyn!

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  21. Rosalind AdamOctober 11, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    Sounds like a really good read. Thanks for the suggestion.

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  22. UnknownOctober 11, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Oh, I really want to read Tess' book, now more than ever! :D

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  23. Jessica NelsonOctober 12, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    It sounds cute. I love falling in love with characters!

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  24. Peggy EddlemanOctober 14, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    This sounds like a fabulous book! I have been meaning to read it for so long. I'm going to have to bump it up on my list!

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  25. septembermomOctober 19, 2011 at 1:08 PM

    I'm excited to go read this terrific book! Great review Robyn. You always get right to the heart of what makes a book tick.

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