On Tour with Prism Book Tours
Book Tour Launch for
Through the White Wood
By Jessica Leake
Note from the Author
Hi everyone! I am so excited to share my latest book, Through the White Wood, with you. I have always loved Russian folktales—there’s just something about such fantastical (and often creepy) characters set against a winter backdrop of snow and towering trees that I’ve always found so compelling. I’ve tried to capture some of this enchantment in my own story, which takes place when Russia was young and went by the name of Kievan Rus’, sometime during the 11th century. As most new countries experience, there was a lot of political strife and skirmishes over boundaries, and I’ve taken advantage of this historical period of unrest by adding characters with supernatural gifts: powers over the elements. Those who have already read Beyond a Darkened Shore might be happy to see a couple of characters make an appearance in Through the White Wood, too, though this is very much Katya and Prince Sasha’s own story. I hope you will love reading about their journey as much as I loved writing it.
— Jessica
Through the White Wood
By Jessica Leake
Young Adult Historical Fantasy
Hardcover & ebook, 416 PagesYoung Adult Historical Fantasy
April 9th 2019 by HarperTeen
The Bear and the Nightingale meets Frostblood in this romantic historical fantasy from the author of Beyond a Darkened Shore.
When Katya loses control of her power to freeze, her villagers banish her to the palace of the terrifying Prince Sasha in Kiev.
Expecting punishment, she is surprised to find instead that Sasha is just like her—with the ability to summon fire. Sasha offers Katya friendship and the chance to embrace her power rather than fear it.
But outside the walls of Kiev, Sasha’s enemies are organizing an army of people bent on taking over the entire world.
Together, Katya’s and Sasha’s powers are a fearsome weapon. But as their enemies draw nearer, will fire and frost be enough to save the world? Or will Katya and Sasha lose everything they hold dear?
Inspired by Russian mythology, this lushly romantic, intensely imaginative, and fiercely dramatic story is about learning to fight for yourself, even when the world is falling down around you.
Tour Schedule
April 8th:
LaunchApril 8th:
Caffeine Addled Ramblings
Hallie Reads
Wishful Endings
Adventures Thru Wonderland
April 9th:
Dazzled by Books
Bibliobibuli YA
Moonlight Rendezvous
The Reading Corner for All
April 10th:
Bookwyrming Thoughts
Here's to Happy Endings
Book Slaying
April 11th:
Bookish Looks
A Book Addict's Bookshelves
onemused
NovelKnight
April 12th:
Read and Wander
everywhere and nowhere
A Dream Within A Dream
BookCrushin
HelloJennyReviews
April 13th:
Grand Finale
Other Books in the Series
Beyond a Darkened Shore
By Jessica Leake
Young Adult Historical Fantasy
Hardcover & ebook, 384 PagesYoung Adult Historical Fantasy
April 10th 2018 by HarperTeen
The people of Mide have always been safe because of Ciara’s unearthly ability to control her enemies’ minds and actions. But lately a mysterious crow has been appearing to Ciara, whispering warnings of an even darker threat. Although her clansmen dismiss her visions as pagan nonsense, Ciara fears this coming evil will destroy not just Éirinn but the entire world.
Then the crow leads Ciara to Leif, a young Northman leader. Leif should be Ciara’s enemy, but when Ciara discovers that he, too, shares her prophetic visions, she knows he’s something more. Leif is mounting an impressive army, and with Ciara’s strength in battle, the two might have a chance to save their world.
With evil rising around them, they’ll do what it takes to defend the land they love...even if it means making the greatest sacrifice of all.
Praise for the Book
"Beyond a Darkened Shore is thrilling and romantic. This is a must-read for lovers of fantasy, mythology, and folklore." - Kody Keplinger, New York Times bestselling author of The DUFF and Run
“With undead armies, flesh-eating spirit horses, and a powerful heroine, fantasy, romance, and historical-fiction readers will have a great time.” - Booklist
“While Morrigan and Odin are terrifying, raven-haired Ciara is the star. Beautiful, strong, and independent, she is the perfect warrior princess. Epic historical fantasy filled with deadly creatures, simmering romance, and nonstop action.” - Kirkus Reviews
About the Author
Tour Giveaway
2 winners will receive a copy of Through the White Wood (US only)
1 winner will receive a $25 Amazon eGift Card (open internationally)
Ends April 17th
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