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Ashes and Blood: A Dark Fantasy (Dalya Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Katie Zaber (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 153 ratings
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You can travel the same path countless times, but it can sometimes lead to another realm.

A mystical tree captures the attention of Megan and her friends, morphing the surrounding environment, transferring them to an exotic planet with bloodthirsty creatures. Saved from the deadly beasts by hunters, Megan finds herself stuck in a rural town still maimed by the plague. A chance encounter with a familiar face gives Megan and her friends some security during their adjustment to this new world.

While settling into promising lives, they are stalked and attacked by planet Dalya's humanoid inhabitants, who focus solely on Megan. One dark night, after a magical attack, the Fae King's knight is sent to fetch Megan for a reason she can't possibly guess. When she wakes up a prisoner, she learns that there is much more to this strange place, and it's oddly more like home than she ever would have expected.

The more Megan learns about the strange world of Dalya, the more she realizes, finding a way home is insignificant compared to everything else at stake.
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  1. Book 1 of 3
    Dalya
  2. Print length
    438 pages
  3. Language
    English
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    On Kindle Scribe
  5. Publication date
    May 13 2020
  6. File size
    2554 KB
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B087YJ8W87
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 2554 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 438 pages
  • Page numbers source ISBN ‏ : ‎ B08XL9R1P2
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars 153 ratings

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Katie Zaber

Katie Zaber

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Alternate universes, lost worlds, and prophesied pregnancies—these are the stories Katie Zaber loves to tell. When she’s taking the day off from writing, she’s baking, going on adventures, and tasting wine. She lives in New Jersey with her boyfriend.

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4.2 out of 5 stars
4.2 out of 5
153 global ratings

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Margaret B
5.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing Fantasy/Sci-fi/romance/mystery all in one!
Reviewed in Canada on November 13, 2020
Very different concept about a parallel world that includes many twists and turns. The main character develops from a rather shallow person into a strong willed empathetic heroine.
Very well written and looking forward to the next book.
Thank you Katie Zaber for the complimentary copy via Voracious Readers Only
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Nichole
4.0 out of 5 stars Good story
Reviewed in Canada on January 3, 2023
Ashes and Blood was a good story. I liked the whole thing. My only issue was, I couldn't connect with the heroine. She honestly kind of annoyed me. By the end, I liked her a bit more. I look forward to the next book.
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Patricia
5.0 out of 5 stars More Please!
Reviewed in Canada on January 1, 2021
This page-turner is the first in a series. After quickly reading the story, I am anticipating the next installment. This book will be enjoyed by a wide-range of readers. Make time to read this!
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LS
3.0 out of 5 stars Fantasy maybe not my thing
Reviewed in Canada on January 21, 2021
I was drawn right away to the storyline ,hard to put down. Characters were relateable humorous and fun.
I found the descriptions of the world long and I tended to skip ahead But this is a new genre for me and maybe not a good chioce for me personally
Thanks to Voracious readers for this book
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Barbara G.
4.0 out of 5 stars Intriguing
Reviewed in Canada on September 2, 2021
I received a free copy through voracious readers.
Great book. Took a bit for me to get caught up in the story but once it grabs you it won’t let go. Already planning to buy the sequel.

A very interesting mix of fantasy and Sci-Fi. The threads of mystery that come from almost every page once it gets going will have you trying to unravel it all.

Great read. Can’t wait for the rest of the series!
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F
4.0 out of 5 stars Immersive fantasy
Reviewed in Canada on October 5, 2021
What an epic fantasy read! Twists and turns. Great character building. A well thought out and immersive world. The main character grows a lot during this first book. Everything comes around by the end of the book. So many interconnections. This is going to be one great series!!! I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author via Voracious Readers Only within your review.
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Caprice
5.0 out of 5 stars "Where did that tree come from? It wasn't there 5 minutes ago!"
Reviewed in the United States on September 1, 2021
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Imagine suddenly being in another world! That's what happens to Megan and her three friends when walking through the woods for a beach picnic one day. One minute they are on a familiar trail, and with the next step, the vegetation turns into something totally unfamiliar! What would you do if faced with this, plus creatures known as nunda - giant panther-elephant animals that hunt everything that is alive and is only vulnerable to light?

This story just draws you in, from the fascinating new world and the people, animals, and plant life to the story and character development. It's well worth the investment of time reading when you SHOULD be doing something necessary (but boring) task like washing dishes or wiping down cabinets after supper! My kitchen just had to wait!
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tracy
5.0 out of 5 stars Gripping storyline
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 29, 2021
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Gripping story from the first page. A mystical fantasy urging you to turn the page.
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bianca j.
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it
Reviewed in Germany on April 10, 2021
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Amazing characters and world building. I was on the edge of my seat the whole time wanting to know what happens next.loved the different races and creatures in this story, amazing magic system. Can't wait to delve into part 2 of the series. Totally lost into the story
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Amy's Bookshelf Reviews
4.0 out of 5 stars A very mystical story
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2021
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Zaber pens a mystical story in Ashes and Blood. I haven't read anything from this author before, and I really enjoyed it. Enter a new realm, a new reality and the ability to morph. It's starts as a normal adventure for Megan and her friends, as they travel (basically through light). It's a grand read, and very interesting. I like how authors can create mystical and magical worlds or realms, a whole new reality. A very well-written story, and I enjoyed it. This author's characters develop and interacts well with the other characters. I have fast become a big fan of (this author). Dalya is a whole new world. Ashes and Blood is a definite recommendation by Amy's Bookshelf Reviews. I look forward to reading many more stories by this author.
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Holly F
4.0 out of 5 stars Glad I persevered
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 13, 2022
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The beginning of this book felt a bit YA/chic lit. It made the swearing and occasional adult content feel out of place. I felt, particularly in the opening chapters, that things were over explained or repetitive at times.

I wasn’t sure if I would continue after the first few chapters but I’m glad I persevered. Once the fantasy of the book really comes in to play, Katie Zaber does a wonderful job. The characters each had a clear voice and felt believable. I’m excited to see where the next books go.

* spoiler alert/trigger warning*

Mentions of suicide attempts
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