Blog Tour: Seasons Within by Lele Iturrioz (Review + Giveaway)

Seasons Within
Lele Iturrioz
(Acorn Publishing)
Publication date: December 15th 2016
Genres: Fantasy, Young Adult

Most teenage girls know their name, where they came from, who they are. Not G, a beautiful redhead with unusual markings on her wrist. She gets her name from a silver locket she keeps around her neck, unaware the engraved letter “G” on its front holds the secret to her past.

G’s life before the age of six has been a mystery to her. Each night for the last twelve years she’s been haunted by the same nightmare—a war. Horrendous beasts, warriors able to wield the four elements, and a boy who saves her by means of blue fire taunt her memory. But on her eighteenth birthday, G’s life begins to unravel. When she meets her new Chemistry professor, a man with an uncanny resemblance to the boy who saves her, she knows there must be more to her dreams.

It’s dangerous not knowing who you are, what you’re capable of, and what future awaits you. Especially when the darkness that slaughtered your entire world, just found you.

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REVIEW

THIS – I JUST GOT TO HAVE THIS.

What can I say? Lele Iturrioz’s debut novel was just GREAT. It was entertaining, magical, imaginative and above all, it has an awesome set of characters.

I also found the cover very attractive, but what REALLY lured me in was this book’s sense of humor. I cannot count how many times one of the characters or scenarios made me laugh, both silently & out loud.

What I also love about this book is the camaraderie among G’s guardians. They’re the kind of people you want to hang out with. No formalities at all. The type that reminds me of Rhysand’s Inner Circle, the bonds between Fairy Tail members – all of them are just super amazing people even without the magical abilities.

G as the main character of the whole story was mediocre.However, she SHONE because of the presence of the other characters around her and her interactions with them. I enjoyed their banters, their relationships – everything. I also appreciate the fact that not everyone is pleased with her either, even thought they’re supposed to be her allies. It somehow creates a balance between the two.

I’m also fond of the romance here. G and Edan make a great pairing since they always clash against each other. But then there’s also Veter and Shui – personally, I think they’re more of my favorite than team Gaidan. But that’s only because I find Veter’s gestures so sweet and cute to the point that I was almost jealous of Shui. Really, these guys just make me want to sigh. Anyways, I’m glad that I have another couple to add to my list of favorite OTPs ever.

I should also special mention Priyam – G’s forever sarcastic and witty best friend. But besides the fun and liveliness she brings into the group, I just love her friendship with G. Theirs felt like one of the most genuine fictional friendships I’ve ever encountered.

And the writing? Spot-on! The pacing is just right, and the mood and the tone of the story kept me hooked right to the end.

I had been looking for a fantasy book that makes me feel all warm and gooey inside and Lele Itturioz’s Seasons Within was just perfect. Cured me of my ongoing two-week reading slump, even.

I just have two main issues with this book: 1) minor errors with the grammar and wording (though that didn’t prevent me from enjoying the entire book) and 2) I wasn’t intimidated enough by the antagonists in the story. However, there was something in the ending that made the main villain more interesting and piqued my curiosity.

Overall, Seasons Within was a very interesting and well-done story that gave me so much good vibes until the very end. I seriously can’t wait to read the next book and I just hope that the author never loses her knack for humor in the coming sequel. Highly recommended, I wish this book gains more popularity and appreciation with time.

Bonus: So this is what sugar gliders look like huh, now I know. But still… do they eat sugar cubes? (Note: Only those who’ve read the book will get it. 😂)

RATING

5 stars (⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐)

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Author Bio:

Major geek by day, hermit writer by night! Love books, sugar gliders and everything that comes in a delicious taco.

I’m the author of the YA fantasy series, Seasons Within

I spend my time writing, planning on writing, reading, drinking coffee like there was no tomorrow, MMA and chilling with my friends and loved ones.

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