Author: P.C. Cast & Kristin Cast
ISBN: 9781760554163
RRP: $18.99
Publication Date: 26 February 2019
Publisher: Pan Australia
Copy: Courtesy of the Publisher
The Dysasters begins a brand new paranormal fantasy series by mother-daughter writing duo P.C. and Kristin Cast, bestselling authors of the House of Night series.
Adoptive daughter of a gifted scientist, Foster Stewart doesn’t live a ‘normal’ life, (not that she’d want to). But controlling cloud formations and seeing airwaves aren’t things most eighteen-year-olds can do.
Small town star quarterback and quintessential dreamy boy next door, Tate “Nighthawk” Taylor has never thought about his “extra” abilities. Sure, his night vision comes in handy during games, but who wouldn’t want that extra edge?
From the moment Foster and Tate collide, their worlds spiral and a deadly tornado forces them to work together, fully awakening their not-so-natural ability – the power to control air.
As they each deal with the tragic loss of loved ones, they’re caught by another devastating discovery – they are the first in a group of teens genetically manipulated before birth to bond with the elements, and worse… they’re being hunted.
Now, Foster and Tate must fight to control their abilities as they learn of their past, how they came to be, who’s following them, and what tomorrow will bring…
A new series written for a young adult audience but I’m sure there will be a lot to entertain audiences of all ages.
I look forward to hearing what our readers think.
The Dysasters is published by Pan Australia and is available now where all good books are sold.
Thanks to Pan Australia 15 of our Beauty and Lace Club Members will be reading The Dysasters so please be aware there may be spoilers in the comments below
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Dysasters is the first in a new YA series by P.C. and Kristin Cast who have written other series that I’ve heard of but never had the chance to read. I was excited to read this book as YA fantasy/paranormal stories are one of my favourite genres.
This book follows the story of Tate and Foster who along with other teenagers have been genetically engineered with the power of the elements. They have the power of air while the other teenagers have bonded with nature’s other elements.
This is a story of them finding themselves and the others whilst trying to escape being hunted themselves. The Book tackles a lot of different themes throughout but doesn’t really focus on too many so it feels a little disjointed.
Overall I think teenagers would enjoy this story and I did enjoy the concept but it didn’t completely grab me unfortunately but I would continue with the series to see what happens. Thanks to Beauty and Lace and Pan Australia for allowing me to review this book.
The initial plot was very intriguing but while the book didn’t wow me , it interested me enough to finish it .
The author delivers the characters well , a quick easy read that’s fast paced taking us on a whirlwind of events along the way .
The book is directed to all whom enjoy a ya read . The author delivers vivid imagery , and some even entertaining lol moments .
Fantasy and magic intertwined among the pages , great for all those readers who enjoy this genre .
Overall the concept of the book intrigued me but certain deliveries did not . Some forced , and some cliche ..
3/5
Knowing The Dysasters was intended for a youth audience I thoroughly enjoyed it, usually I’m not into paranormal books but I loved the story line, an IVF experiment by a scientist who now has to locate the children pairs he made to bring them together. Although a busy story it was enjoyable and captivating, when earth, air, water and fire along with love, trust, hate, anger, fulfilling the pages not knowing what disaster was coming next would Foster and Tate be safe or would they be caught was brilliant.
Thank you for the privilege to read and review this book Beauty & Lace