The Rock of Ivanore: Book One of The Celestine Chronicles – Giveaway

By Bianca Schulze, The Children’s Book Review
Published: September 1, 2012

Enter to win an autographed copy of Laurisa White Reyes’ first book in The Celestine Chronicles series, The Rock of Ivanore.

Fast-paced adventure with relatable characters who face the challenges of self-doubt, building friendships, and making choices between right and wrong.

Giveaway begins September 1, 2012, at 12:01 A.M. PST and ends September 29, 2012, at 11:59 P.M. PST.

Reading level: Ages 8 and up

Hardcover: 356 pages

Overview

The annual Great Quest is about to be announced in Quendel, a task that will determine the future of Marcus and the other boys from the village who are coming of age. The wizard Zyll commands them to find the Rock of Ivanore, but he doesn’t tell them what the Rock is exactly or where it can be found. Marcus must reach deep within himself to develop new powers of magic and find the strength to survive the wild lands and fierce enemies he encounters as he searches for the illusive Rock. If he succeeds, he will live a life of honor; if he fails, he will live a life of menial labor in shame. With more twists and turns than a labyrinth, and a story in which nothing is as it seems, this tale of deception and discovery keeps readers in suspense until the end.

Middle readers will find that The Rock of Ivanore fits nicely among the traditional fantasies they so enjoy. They will also appreciate its fresh and inventive take on the genre.

“Young readers…will delight in this opening title in The Celestine Chronicles series, which delivers a fantasy adventure for a reluctant readership.” – Booklist

About the Author

Laurisa White Reyes has been writing since the age of 5 when she wrote her first poem on a scrap of poster board. After earning a degree in English at California State University at Northridge, she spent thirteen years writing for various magazines and newspapers, working as a book editor, and teaching creative writing. She gave up all that six years ago to follow her lifelong dream of writing novels. Her first book, The Rock of Ivanore, will be released in May 2012.

Besides writing, Laurisa is also a voracious reader. She also loves musical theater, chocolate, sushi, ancient history, bearded dragons, and rain storms.  She lives in Southern California with her husband, 5 children, 4 birds, 2 lizards, 2 turtles, 1 fish, 1 dog, and a partridge in a pear tree.

Author’s Website:  http://www.laurisawhitereyes.com

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Thank you to everyone who entered!

Prizing courtesy of Laurisa White Reyes.