This book by Russ Thompson is well written and started off with a strong vibe. The motley crew of characters are surprisingly amazing. I look forward to reading more about Lee Ann and her powers and the courageous acts she and her friends could be facing in their next adventures. Two thumbs up!
Russ Thompson’s ability to bring out true sadness in the main character’s story was nice to read. I don’t want to give any spoilers away, but this story can help open your eyes to spirits and the unknown. It is wonderfully written to show that through love and acceptance of oneself, you can truly overcome your greatest fears. The supporting characters were interesting, in particular the stepmom who – almost like the typical stepmom – disliked her stepdaughter and the disruption to her own quiet life. But she too overcame her own doubts and prejudices to embrace her new stepdaughter in the end.
Well done and I truly enjoyed reading this new story. I would recommend it to ages sixteen and above as there are some pretty strong descriptions of the deaths that occurred. I give this a solid 4 stars due to some repetitive parts and a slow beginning but overall it was an enjoyable read.
The Loop Breaker
A Beacon and the Darkness
The Loop Breaker: A Beacon and the Darkness is a tale of ghostly mystery and suspense, as well as a story of loss and recovery. Sixteen-year-old Lee Ann must face the tragedy of the loss of her mother along with the culture shock of moving in with her father in the tiny town of Laverne. Having grown up in the suburbs, she had no desire to return to this piece of nowhere nestled in the wooded hills of Tennessee, where she was born but left when she was very young. Lee Ann has trouble fitting in at her new school, but soon finds her tribe with her new friends, David, Katrina, and Jasmine.
Lee Ann begins to explore the surrounding woods of the wildlife preserve adjacent to their property and soon begins to hear strange sounds that resemble human voices. Soon she begins to see apparitions in the woods from another time, plaintively seeking her aid. Lee Ann realizes quickly that she is the only one who can see and hear what’s taking place and that these souls are being drawn to her. After some research and the help of David, Katrina, and Jasmine, Lee Ann learns about the legend of Thief’s Hollow, a story the town citizens use to explain the strange goings-on in the area. As the hauntings intensify, scenes unfold before Lee Ann that contradict the stories she’s heard and read about. Lee Ann comes to the realization that she is uncovering a shameful and tragic event connected to her own family that the town sought to cover up while, at the same time, dealing with the reality of her unique abilities.
With the help of the town psychic, Felicity, Lee Ann seeks to aid the lost souls in breaking out of the loop they are caught up in as they constantly repeat the last moments of their lives. On the anniversary of the tragic events, Felicity helps Lee Ann let go of her fear and grief, which are blocking her natural ability to help the lost souls, enabling her to help them cross over to a new plane of existence.
Once the town’s residents learn about the real story of Thief’s Hollow, the town of Laverne is forced to face the truth, reaping confusion and debate. LeeAnn, however, had begun the healing process as she released the grief and trepidation that had haunted her, settling into her new life.
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