Friday, December 17, 2010

Summary for the Back of "Destiny"




     In the young adult novel, “Destiny”, Gabriella is just trying to be an ordinary teenager.  She wants to have fun with her friends, plan for college, and find a date to the Valentine’s Dance, all while helping her friend Monte cope with his mother’s cancer and come to terms with his sexuality.   But there is another side to Gabriella.  Years ago when her mother was murdered, she buried a secret so deep that she doesn’t even remember it anymore.  Gabriella is a witch, and she will have to learn to let that power break free if she is going to save herself from the warlock who was responsible for her mother’s death.  He craves the power in her bloodline and hopes to recruit her to his coven and turn her to the dark side of magick. 
      The spirit of Gabriella’s mother tries to warn her that she is in danger, but Gabriella is too afraid of magick to let her in. Desperate to help her daughter, she finds another witch—one that just happens to be in love with Gabriella.  Darron takes on the seemingly hopeless task of convincing Gabriella that magick exists, while also trying to defend himself from the stronger and more experienced warlock who is not happy with his interference.
       Gabriella and Darron can’t deny the attraction that is growing between them, but the two young witches have more standing in their way than just an evil warlock. There are also overbearing jocks and snobby rich girls to contend with.  Hurt feelings and jealousies constantly seem to tear them apart whenever they make any progress.  
     Things all come to a head at the Valentine’s Dance when a dangerous situation finally forces Gabriella to accept her powers.  People will die and secrets will be revealed. Gabriella and Darron realize they have been pawns in a game that began long before they were born. Now they will have to destroy the warlock, save their friend’s dying mother, and learn the true power behind Wiccan magick if they will have any hope of fulfilling their destiny.

20 comments:

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  2. Can't wait to read the book in full. The first autographed copy would be awesome

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  3. you've piqued my interest, for sure. can't wait to read the book!

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  4. I love to read books about magic, especially the Harry Potter books.

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  5. Waiting with impatience to read it!
    juletchka78 at hotmail dot com

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  6. I would love to read this book. It has a lot of suspense and seems like it would be hard to put down. Action packed? Are you related to Debbie Delluca a nurse? Rita

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  7. Can't wait to read the book in full.

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  8. This is very intriguing and I can't wait to read it!!

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  9. I love books that include mystery, secrets, and magick! It sounds like such a great read!

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  10. OMG this book sounds AMAZING!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! SO jealous of you and getting published! LOL CONGRATS!!!!!!
    Angie
    14earth at gmail dot com

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  11. very nice! my wife would love this, but you know that already! :D

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  12. I just added DESTINY to my wishlist. Oh my, Laura, I love the premises of the story! I can't wait to read about how they approach ritual and life.

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  13. This book sounds like a great read. Hope to win!

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  14. My oldest son is pagan I'm hoping to win this prize for him!
    luckylady4163@yahoo.com

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  15. I think my youngest daughter might really love to read this book (and I might really love to borrow it from her)! Thanks for making it available!
    lfeb@ma.rr.com

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  16. I still would love to read this. It sounds so exciting and I bet I won't put it down once I get into it. Great review! Rita Spratlen

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  17. Intriguing! Can hardly wait to read it!

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  18. Book has very interesting story and the cover is amazing!!!

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  19. Destiny sounds full of intrigue and suspense. I'm anxious to read it.

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  20. Laura, I can't wait to get and read this book. I love a book that: takes us on a journey outside our world; a hero/heroine who has to reach inside themselves and discover strengths to overcome adversity; and a good love story; a not predictable ending!! This book promises to have all, thanks!!
    celebrie2(at)hotmail(dot)com

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