JASMINE's THOUGHTS on AVA by Mary Ting

Genre:

Young Adult

Science Fiction/Dystopian

Romance

Series:

ISAN, #5

Publish Date:

July 30, 2024

Publisher:

Vesuvian Media Group

Cover by:

Cover by MJCImageworks

Synopsis:

The final installment of the IBPA Benjamin Franklin award-winning series.

The days of hiding are over.

The battle for supremacy is here.

The fate of the rebels is at hand.

Ava heads to South Korea to bring down the facility that manufactures the CODE army. But she can't do it alone. She'll have to trust fellow conspirators and put her life on the line.

When the South rebel leader searches for missing team members, she's captured and taken to the Korean ISAN base. There, she discovers a secret that could change the course of the war in their favor.

After the rebel mountain base is threatened, Ava has no choice but to comply with Korean ISAN demands—or end up killing everyone she loves.

TROPES:

Enemies to lovers

Found family

Strong female roles

      

   

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ISAN series:

    

(covers link to Goodreads)

       

   

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Read my review of ISAN on Goodreads

Read my review of HELIX on Goodreads

Read my review of GENES on Goodreads

Read my review of CODE on Goodreads

*Reading the series in order is HIGHLY recommended!*

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**About the Author**

International Bestselling, Award-Winning Author Mary Ting writes soulful, spellbinding stories that excite the imagination and captivate readers all over the world. Her books run a wide range of genres: science fiction, fantasy, and swoon worthy stories. Her storytelling talents have won her a devoted legion of fans and garnered critical praise.

Mary was born in Seoul Korea and resides in Southern California with her husband, two children, and two dogs—Mochi and Mocha. She enjoys oil painting and making jewelry. Becoming an author was a way to grieve the death of her beloved grandmother. After realizing she wanted to become a full-time author, she retired from teaching after twenty years.

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*My Thoughts*

Note: This Review contains NO spoilers

What an amazing and riveting conclusion to the series! Filled with action, adventure, espionage, and drama, AVA brings the ISAN (International Sensory Assassin Network) series to an emotional and climactic close. Mary Ting has brought to life this dystopian world filled with complex and diverse characters in her incredibly imaginative writings.

Starting with ISAN (book 1), Mary Ting introduced me to unique and talented characters in a world filled with espionage and secrets. The following books after, took me on a dangerous and adventurous journey that revealed many truths for these characters. With every turn of the page, as I read on, I was at the "edge of my seat" with anxiety and anticipation to find out who survives and what revelations these characters encountered. By the end of each book, we are left wondering what is to come for these characters.

Now, comes AVA, the final installment in the ISAN series, and Mary Ting does not disappoint. Tension is high with impending confrontations and obstacles these characters faced and will face. Again, my heart raced as I continued reading. By the end, I was in tears in joy and sadness... all at once. I was completely and emotionally drained after reading this final installment of these characters' journey.

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BLOG TOUR: The Seashell of 'Ohana by Mary Ting

Welcome to the Official Blog Tour for International Bestselling Author Mary Ting's The Seashell of 'Ohana, the second book in the Spirit of 'Ohana series. Today, on our tour stop, we celebrate this new release with a and a tour-wide giveaway! So... Be sure to check it out and grab your copy now! Start the series now! Follow the tour, HERE. 

Genre:

Adult

Contemporary Romance

Clean Romance

Series:

Spirit of Ohana, #2

Publish Date:

November 22, 2022

Publisher:

Rosewind Books

(Imprint of Vesuvian Media Group)

Synopsis:

Since Abby became a widow in her mid-twenties, she’s spent the past four years raising her son and working long hours at the gallery she owns with her sister in Kauai. She doesn’t have time for a social life, nor does she want one. Until the handsome Ian Bordonaro comes back to town.

When Abby finds out Ian is grieving the death of his mother, she feels an instant connection. She knows his pain too well, and not many in her life understand what she’s been through. Their friendship grows, but a lingering sense of guilt prevents Abby from moving forward.

Will she surrender to grief and give up her second chance at happily ever after? Or will finding a rare angelwing shell intact on the beach be a sign it’s time to open her heart again?

       

     

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Praise for The Seashell of 'Ohana:

A heartwarming story about finding love when you least expect it, second chances, and how loved ones who have passed away are still with you, no matter where you are. Fans of Debbie Macomber, Susan Mallery, Pamela Kelley, and Jenny Hale will adore this romantic journey of self-discovery and matters of the heart.

“The sweeping island scenery and romance left me feeling refreshed. This was a mini escape!” —First for Women Magazine

"Slow, yummy build of strong attraction with a perfect happily ever after. It was wonderful to go along on this sweet journey of fate meets destiny." —Elliot, EllieSewSweet

"This love story is truly heartwarming. From page one, the story draws the reader in and keeps the pages turning. Happiness and tears throughout the book." —Sue M. Van, Independent Authors Blog

"This story is like being inside a Hallmark movie." —Cindy, Goodreads

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Spirit of 'Ohana series:

 

(covers link to Goodreads)

       

     

iBooks:

When the Wind Chimes

The Seashell of 'Ohana

Review of When the Wind Chimes on Goodreads

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**About the Author**

Photo content from Mary Ting

Mary Ting is an international bestselling, award-winning author. She writes soulful, spellbinding stories that excite the imagination and captivate readers around the world. Her books span a wide range of genres, and her storytelling talents have earned a devoted legion of fans, as well as garnered critical praise.

Becoming an author happened by chance. It was a way to grieve the death of her beloved grandmother, and inspired by a dream she had in high school. After realizing she wanted to become a full-time author, Mary retired from teaching after twenty years. She also had the privilege of touring with the Magic Johnson Foundation to promote literacy and her children's chapter book: No Bullies Allowed.

Mary resides in Southern California with her husband, two children, and two little dogs, Mochi and Mocha. She enjoys oil painting and making jewelry. Being a huge Twilight fan, Mary was inspired to make book-themed jewelry and occasionally gives it away as prizes to her fans.

Stay connected with Mary Ting

      

  

 

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***My Thoughts***

Note: This review contains NO spoilers

Such a heartwarming and beautiful story of love, old and new. Mary Ting never fails to seize my heart and bring tears to my eyes with her contemporary and sweet romances. The Seashell of 'Ohana is a perfect example of it. This second book in the Spirit of 'Ohana series continues with another enchanting love story set on the captivating Hawaiian Islands.

With the author's penchant for writing emotional and dramatic stories with such descriptive details, The Seashell of 'Ohana whisked me away... AGAIN... to that captivating paradise known as the Hawaiian Islands. Although this can be read as a standalone, reading the first book, When the Wind Chimes, brings that connection of these characters together. The complexities of these characters make them relatable to readers. I highly recommend reading the first book.

I loved each of the character development. The setting is stunning. And, the story is touching, so much so that I was moved to tears... not sad tears, but tug at the "heart strings" tears. With each turn of the page, character growth is evident as they move forward from loss in their lives. I couldn't put it down. I was so immersed into Abby and Ian's developing friendship/relationship that I held hope that love will grow... Mary Ting does not disappoint there. By the end, I could feel that there is more to come in this series, not just for Abby and Ian, but for the other key characters in this series.

I look forward to more love stories to come in this Spirit of 'Ohana series.

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