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This is another one of those late reviews, but that is not to say I didn’t enjoy Ashlynn’s Dreams by Julie C Gilbert. Sometimes books just get lost….somewhere…
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MY REVIEW
Jillian is twelve years old, a precocious twelve year old. She is intelligent, opinionated, a little full of herself with a BIG personality. She is filled with southern charm that people could not resist. She also has a lot of courage and she is going to need it.
Danielle, her babysitter, has great respect for her and wants only the best for her.
Jillian is kidnapped, along with her babysitter and finds out she has a brother.
Scientists and secret experiments that raises all kinds of questions. Even though Ashlynne’s Dreams is fiction, some reality bleeds through. And, as usual, my anger rises to the surface. Who died and allowed them to play God?
The science fiction and psychic blend together seamlessly.
When Ashlynn enters Varick’s dream, I couldn’t help but laugh at the battle and her ability to change it. The humorous writing will appeal to young and old alike.
I voluntarily reviewed a free copy of Ashlynn;s Dreams by Julie C Gilbert.
4 Stars
GOODREADS BLURB
Before she was kidnapped, Jillian Marie Antel Blairington was just an average bright, brave, headstrong child. She was excited for life in a new house with her Momma and new Daddy. Afterward, she’s all that … and so much more. Held in a scientific facility, Jillian discovers her past-a family she never knew and a power she doesn’t understand. With her ability now activated, she can enter and even shape a person’s dreams. Jillian’s been kidnapped, and her Gift has been triggered, so she can locate and save Benjamin Connelly, a brother she never even knew she had. She’d better master this strange ability quickly, though, because her life isn’t the only one at stake. Her babysitter, Danielle Matheson, is being held as a hostage to ensure Jillian’s full cooperation. Slowly, Jillian begins to learn more about her captor and the other genetically altered children held at the facility. Join Jillian as she tries to survive the training being forced upon her, find her unknown brother, escape with Danielle, and work her way back to a normal life once more.
ABOUT JULIE C GILBERT
Unraveling the Layers of Me
Layer 1: Surface, the Careers – The first things people learn about me are that I teach high school chemistry and I write books in a wide range of genres, including Young Adult science fiction, Children’s, fantasy, poetry, Christian mystery, mystery/suspense, mystery/thriller, and traditional science fiction.
Layer 2: Just Beneath the Surface, the Likes – Those who chat with me probably next learn that I’m a huge LEGO and Star Wars fan. So, of course, I have a nice collection of Star Wars Legos. Other things I advertise regularly are my enjoyment of tea, coffee, and caffeine free root beer. I’m a Yankees and Giants fan, mostly because that’s how I was raised. I’m also a candy addict with expensive teeth.
Layer 3: Deeper, the Real Me – I am a Christian, a daughter, and a fairly deep thinker. I tend not to share my opinions with people unless asked about them. That said, I enjoy helping people whether by praying for them or just having coffee and a good conversation. Through my writing, I hope to entertain people as well as teach them deeper meanings about love, life, and family.
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This sounds rather interesting. I think that I would be upset with the scientists in this one as well. Great review!
Thanks Carole. Those mad scientists make for some great villains.
Meddling scientists. Sheesh. LOL This does sound fun, Sherry. I see you figured out your banner.
Nah…this was a blog ahead post that I got done before Canva cut me off. I’ll wait a while and try to get more freebies, but we also have a couple of things that I might as well go ahead and learn. LOL
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