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Book Review: #StrangeLit Incredible Truths

April 26, 2016 · 1 Comment

Incredible Truths Book Cover Incredible Truths
#StrangeLit
Ysa Arcangel, L.C. Mills, Elea Andrea Almazora, Kristel Ann Cruz, Anne Plaza, Alveel Kaith Cimafranca, S.J.M. Fuertes, Clark Feliciano, Cindy Dela Cruz, D.J. Paraguya
Paranormal, Horror, Fantasy
September 2015
e-book
ARC from Bookish Diaries Book Tours

Beware the tale that distracts you with the telling -- it's planting a truth in your mind, and you may find yourself believing in the incredible too. Sit back and let it happen, while reading.

A Sky of Wishes by Kristel Ann Cruz

A world governed by logic and rules does not have time for childhood fantasies like wishing stars, or so we thought. After Stella gets diagnosed with a terminal illness, Aries turned to the sky and pleaded for his mother to be healed. Imagine his surprise when a Star manifests itself to him, willing to give him anything he wishes for. There is only one rule: Everything comes with a price. With his mother's life on the line, how far could he go? In a battle between fates and wishes, what would Aries be willing to give up?

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Book Review

kristel-ann-cruz-a-sky-of-wishes-coverReading Kristel Ann Cruz’s A Sky of Wishes was a nice, refreshing break from the fast-paced, gripping mysteries in all four #StrangeLit bundles. Reading this short story after all the other ones I’ve read brought everything in full circle. Cruz’s writing style is elegant in its simplicity, easy to relate to, and extremely engaging.

A Sky of Wishes starts off with a dilemma—Aries’s mom is diagnosed with cancer and he’s running out of options. He makes a fervent wish to the stars in the heavens in the hopes of a miracle. Little did he know he was going to get what he asked for, but at a very steep price.

I love the brilliance of this plot. While reading, I began to make my own conclusions and was actually rooting for a certain path Aries would take. A Sky of Wishes made me evaluate my own thoughts—what was I willing to give up for the sake of one important wish? Aries’s request was as valid as anyone’s, and I could tell right off the bat he was the kind of person who had a big heart. But even those with the kindest of intentions can stumble when faced with the most difficult of choices. But without spoiling anything, I was pleasantly surprised at the character’s choice. It left me pondering on my previous speculation, while making me appreciate why the choice had to happen. It was an unexpected, yet brilliant ending. And to have me come to terms with a personal epiphany is nothing short of a genius move.

About the Author

kristel-ann-cruz-authorIt boggles the mind how someone so shy and awkward found herself in Public Relations, but somehow Krissy makes it work. If she were a fictional character, she’d be a female Ted Mosby. Whether it be prose, poetry, a watercolor painting, or a craft project, she is happiest when she makes. Talk about books, movies, and lipsticks with her on www.krissyfied.com.

Filed Under: Blog Tours, Reviews Tagged: #StrangeLit, Buqo, Incredible Truths

#StrangeLit Story Bundles Are LIVE!

October 2, 2015 · Leave a Comment

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So last July, I signed up for a writing workshop called #StrangeLit facilitated by Mina V. Esguerra and Bronze Age Media, as well as sponsored by Buqo. This was different from the previous workshops of Mina that I’ve attended, mainly because it’s about paranormal and urban fantasy. I have a soft spot for fantasy because it saved my sanity once when I was going through emo stuff back in college. Ever since then, I’ve been reading one fantasy book after another, and I thought it would be a good challenge to try my hand in writing a story in the said genre.
History has a way of repeating itself, but I won’t bore you with the details. This workshop came at the right time, and I couldn’t be more thankful I was part of it. The story that’s been in my head for so long has finally seen the light of day.

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Filed Under: The Writing Life Tagged: #StrangeLit, ebook, Incredible Truths, urban fantasy

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