Reading Away the Days: “Saint Sloan” by Kelly Martin Book Review/Giveaway (Ends 5/31) WW

By Ruth on May 15, 2013 in blog tour, book, Christian fiction, giveaway, review

Yes, I am late posting all this, but the giveaway is still open, and I believe it will be worth your time reading this post.

BLURB:

The day before Sloan Bridges turns eighteen, her dream of having a perfect birthday is shattered. Home alone after spending the afternoon working on a science project at the new boy’s house, Sloan is brutally attacked in her kitchen by a man she can’t recognize. The only clue she has to go on is what he whispers in her ear, “You deserve this.”

The police have one suspect—Aaron Hunter, older brother of ‘the new boy’, who picked Sloan up a few nights before as she ran from a party. Adamant that he didn’t do it, Aaron begs Sloan to believe him. For her part, Sloan doesn’t know who to trust. She never saw her attacker’s face, and when she does picture it, it’s Aaron’s face she sees standing over her.

Trying to move on is impossible with a former best friend who taunts her and gives her the moniker, “Saint Sloan”, an ex-boyfriend who doesn’t understand why she changed a few months before her attack, and Aaron’s brother, Ray, who makes Sloan smile but has a side she doesn’t understand.

With her attacker ready to strike again, Sloan has to figure out who would hurt her and stop him before he finishes what he started.

Happy birthday to her….

Saint Sloan by Kelly Martin

My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have read a good share of Christian fiction, and I normally do not like contemporary Christian fiction. And young adult Christian fiction? Forget about it! It’s all a bunch of fluff, or it goes too far in the other direction so it is not uplifting. Or it is so boring and predictable that I cannot connect with the book.

Let me say that this book completely dashed all notions and sentiments like that! I feel like I have finally found a young adult Christian book that was well-written, uplifting, and full of nail-biting action. This book deals with the subject of sexual assault in a way that I am sure would capture teenagers’ attention–it sure captured mine! This is meant for older teens as there is violence and sexual situations, but all are handled in a way that is realistic and emotionally captivating.

I found myself feeling so much for Sloan. I have never experienced anything like this, but I know it is rampant amongst teens. I am so pleased to see a Christian book dealing with this issue, and there is so much more in this book. Bullying, foster kids, drugs, lying, and so much more. The author keeps the book as realistic as possible, and she shows the consequences of bad choices. It is clear that she is writing from her heart. This is a message that is not usually discussed in Christian circles, but I am so glad it was here.

I love that the author put in a bit of a mystery(and I figured it out), and the love/romance element is actually somewhat humorous. This book has it all, and if you like clean teen reads that deal with real issues, this may be a book for you. The book is never “preachy,” but God’s transforming work is there every step of the way.

I was sent a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. I was not financially compensated, and all opinions are 100 percent mine.

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BUY LINKS/SOCIAL MEDIA/AUTHOR BIO

AMAZON: http://www.amazon.com/Saint-Sloan-ebook/dp/B00BMQ9E9O/ref=pd_sim_kstore_1

BARNES AND NOBLE: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/saint-sloan-kelly-martin/1114723748?ean=2940016377308

SMASHWORDS: http://www.smashwords.com/books/view/290677

ASTRAEA PRESS: http://www.astraeapress.com/#!/~/product/category=662245&id=20839143

KOBO: http://www.kobobooks.com/ebook/Saint-Sloan/book-wNrqosRRB0i2jU9ym34izg/page1.html?s=4Xoj6XizzUOFvTfhOsZ87Q&r=1

Author bio:

~Kelly Martin is a best-selling author of young adult fiction. She has two books: Grace Award nominee CROSSING THE DEEP and Amazon Best selling in Teen/Religion SAINT SLOAN. She has several short stories published and loves to write ‘twitter fiction’ when she’s bored. Kelly loves God, is addicted to chocolate, and would rather write than sleep.

You can find her on twitter (she tweets a lot): @martieKay

You can find my author page (blog tour central): at http://www.kellymartinstories.com/

Facebook author page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Kelly-Martin-Author/136506059763138

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“Don’t bend; don’t water it down; don’t try to make it logical; don’t edit your own soul according to the fashion. Rather, follow your most intense obsessions mercilessly.” — Franz Kafka Ruth is an inspirational entertainment journalist who instinctively sees the best in all and seeks to share universal beauty, love and positivity. She is an artist who leads with her heart and gives readers a glimpse of the best of this world through the masterful use of the written word. Ruth was born in Tacoma, Washington but now calls Yelm, Washington her home. She lives on five acres with her parents, a dog, two miniature goats, cats and a teenage daughter who is a dynamic visual artist herself. Ruth interviews fellow artists both inside and outside of the film/television industry. At the core of all she does is the strength of her faith.

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14 Comments

Nikki O May 29, 2013 Reply

I have not read proper Christian fiction. Only Goodnight, Brian by Steven Manchester but this sounds like a pretty cool book!
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  Ruth May 29, 2013 Reply
  
  As much I love “Goodnight Brian,” I have to admit I would class that as inspirational fiction. The difference with Christian fiction is that it often presents the gospel from the Bible. The cool thing about Christian fiction is that is often completely clean. Thanks for your comment, by the way!
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Ted Kooper May 27, 2013 Reply

Sound like a good book to read.
Suzanne May 23, 2013 Reply

The book sounds really interesting.
Tammy Dalley May 18, 2013 Reply

I would love to read this novel, it looks interesting
Karla Sceviour May 18, 2013 Reply

Sounds great,thanks for the chance to win!
nurmawati djuhawan May 17, 2013 Reply

i want to read ur book…thx u for the chance 🙂
Shamara Catama May 17, 2013 Reply

I am very intrigued by this story. Will have to add it to my TBR
Jessica Dunn May 16, 2013 Reply

This looks really good. I think my daughters and I would like it.
stacey dempsey May 16, 2013 Reply

I think my 17 yr old daughter would like this THANKS
Joseph Stowell May 16, 2013 Reply

Better late than never! Thanks for the information about the book and the chance to win the $25 Amazon gift card.
Lisa Brown May 16, 2013 Reply

Really interesting novel. Thank you for the opportunity.
Denise May 16, 2013 Reply

Looks interesting. Thanks for the giveaway!
steve weber May 16, 2013 Reply

thanks for the chance to win.