Synopses & Reviews
Ebony only recently found out that her lineage is more divine than normal - her true parents hail from a fantastical realm called Avena. But a truth that should've improved Ebony's life has only complicated it more. She watched as the raging Prince Luca almost killed her boyfriend Nathaneal, and now she has to deal with her best guy friend Jordan, who's jealous of her new relationship.
But just as things are calming down, Prince Michael arrives from Avena to arrest Nathaneal for breaking the law in revealing his powers to the enemy. In a time of crisis, Ebony turns to Jordan - who offers her a chance to find her real father. But the plan isn't without its risks, and Ebony is soon at the center of another battle in the realm of Avena itself.
Fantastical and emotionally powerful, this epic inter-world romance series will appeal to fans of Laini Taylor and Cynthia Hand.
Review
"A good read for young adults who enjoy fantasy-based love stories with strong characters." —Library Media Connection
“The books interesting premise and cliff-hanger ending . . . should leave interested readers hungry for more.” —Booklist on Hidden
“I have the urge to go back and read it again and again. I don't think this story will ever get old. 325 pages of pure perfection.” —Dark Readers Blog on Hidden
"Lively believable characters . . . [An] imaginative suspenseful novel." —Booklist on The Dark "Readers will likely be swept up by the ever-growing complications and want to return for the series' next installments." —Publishers Weekly on The Named
Synopsis
Marianne Curley's new trilogy continues with a magical love story that knows no bounds.
Synopsis
Torn between the human world and the angel world, with two incredible young men in love with her, Ebony must navigate a new path in this thrilling sequel to Hidden.
Synopsis
Following Ebony's discovery of her angelic lineage, and Nathaneal's narrow victory over Prince Luca, the two can finally enjoy their new-found love. But Ebony's friend Jordan is angry that hes lost the girl of his dreams.
Then Prince Michael arrives from Avena to arrest Nathaneal for breaking Avena law in revealing his powers to the enemy. At last, Jordan can plant doubt in Ebony's mind about his romantic rival. Desperate to find out what happened to her adoptive parents, Ebony lets Jordan persuade her that new teacher Mr. Xavier can introduce her to her real father. Disaster follows, and Ebony finds herself at the center of another epic battle in the realm of Avena itself.
Fantastical and emotionally powerful, this angelic romance series is rapidly winning enthusiastic fans.
Synopsis
Ebony is not quite human. She's descended from Avena, an otherworldly realm caught between warring light and dark forces. But she doesn't feel like she's in danger . . . until her boyfriend Nathaneal almost dies protecting her. Now Nathaneal is in jail for revealing his powers to the enemy, and Ebony's only ally is jealous Jordan, who'd love to break her and Nathaneal up.
Then Jordan's machinations lead Ebony into the treacherous heart of Avena itself. She has no choice but to navigate this perilous world-or die trying.
Fantastical and emotionally powerful, this epic inter-world romance series will appeal to fans of Laini Taylor and Cynthia Hand.
Synopsis
Broken Trust. Deceived by her parents, Ebony learns of her true heritage—she is an angel from the otherworldly realm of Avena, and she is in danger.
Broken Hearts. When Ebony's eternal soul mate, Nathaneal, is arrested for using his secret powers to protect her, she finds herself alone with a friend she cannot trust.
Broken Realms. To save Ebony's human parents, Nathaneal must journey into treacherous Skade, the world of his archenemy, the Dark Prince, who would do anything to destroy him and capture the angel they both love.
Only Now . . . will Ebony piece together her stolen past—and become as powerful as she was meant to be.
About the Author
Marianne Curley is the author of Hidden, the first book in the Avena series. She is also the author of the acclaimed Guardians of Time trilogy and Old Magic, which are published in many languages all over the world. Marianne lives in Australia.
www.mariannecurley.com