Children of the Unndis Sedna

Children of the Unndis Sedna by Lynelle Souleiel is an enchanting YA urban fantasy that melds with adventure to create a wonderful reading experience. The narrative follows two teenage girls on a summer holiday - a long-time dream for them - who unwittingly find themselves with a unique quest on their hands. Odenpri and Sigali are out to uncover a hidden treasure and the odds are stacked against them. Apart from the deadly diseases, evil enemies, and death itself, they have to face the Mata Kovi. Do they have what it takes to fulfill their destiny?

Children of the Unndis Sedna by Lynelle Souleiel explores mystery, bringing together the power of the ancients with the fragility of two teenage girls as they seek to unravel hidden mysteries. Lynelle Souleiel's writing is very imaginative and the first person narrative mimics the voice of the young central characters and allows them to connect intimately with the reader. The quirkiness in character and worldview greet the reader as they open the first page. But there is a lot of wisdom written here and I was thrilled by the insightful writing and some succinct reflections on life in general. Here is one of the quotes that capture the philosophy of the book: "Our destinies are not necessarily what we desire them to be, but more so the tests of the masses that bring us to our own." Children of the Unndis Sedna is full of action, adventure, and humor, a brilliantly plotted story with characters that leap off the pages. A rollicking ride, indeed.

Reviewed by Romuald Dzemo for Readers' Favorite

Finally at the beach on summer holiday, Odenpri and Sigali celebrating the realization of a childhood dream come true, scarred by Sigali's fight to survive, are serenaded at the bonfire out of "Necessity!" by the Newcomers, Al and Truculent. The teenage girls unknowingly molded to fulfill their destiny, are enveloped in the search of an elusive treasure. Odenpri tormented by her own failings, challenged by teenage angst, is repeatedly put to the test as she must choose to either weakly satisfy her fear or fight for what an ancient text foresees.

This diverse and sexy quartet on a quirky quest in Sigali's hot pink convertible, fight evil foes not only of self doubt, disease, and death, but the Mata Kovi as well.

In life we all face challenges, what does it take to put our personal choices and fears aside to accept what truly is the right thing to do relying only on faith and hope? Despite our self doubt can we live up to our destiny? From a child's room in Las Vegas, to a woman's victory on the shores of history...join our heroes on their journey as they explore the Earth's mystery, the voices of the ancients, and the prophecy of life, love, and friendship.