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Blog Tour: The Storyspinner – Becky Wallace, Guest Post + Giveaway

 
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Today, I’m introducing a high fantasy book where people with magical abilities are on a quest to find the princess – the same princess who is supposed to be dead. Yes you guessed it, I’m talking about THE STORYSPINNER by Becky Wallace! Read on for a guest post and make sure you enter the giveaway!


thestoryspinnerThe Storyspinner
Author: Becky Wallace
Series: The Keepers’ Chronicles #1
Genre: Young Adult, Fantasy, Romance, Historical
Release Date: March 3, 2015
Publisher: Margaret K. McElderry

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Summary:

Drama and danger abound in this fantasy realm where dukes play a game for the throne, magical warriors race to find the missing heir, and romance blossoms where it is least expected.
In a world where dukes plot their way to the throne, a Performer’s life can get tricky. And in Johanna Von Arlo’s case, it can be fatal. Expelled from her troupe after her father’s death, Johanna is forced to work for the handsome Lord Rafael DeSilva. Too bad they don’t get along. But while Johanna’s father’s death was deemed an accident, the Keepers aren’t so sure.
The Keepers, a race of people with magical abilities, are on a quest to find the princess — the same princess who is supposed to be dead and whose throne the dukes are fighting over. But they aren’t the only ones looking for her. And in the wake of their search, murdered girls keep turning up — girls who look exactly like the princess, and exactly like Johanna.
With dukes, Keepers, and a killer all after the princess, Johanna finds herself caught up in political machinations for the throne, threats on her life, and an unexpected romance that could change everything.

 

Eight Reasons You Don’t Want to be the Princess in The Storyspinner
  1. Pretty much everyone wants you dead. I could stop listing things right there. Do you honestly want to have assassins hunting you down and killing anyone who even looks like you? Not me. Give the throne to somebody else.
  2. Everyone you love is dead. Dad: Dead. Mom: Presumed dead. All of their friends: Dead. The entire city where you were born: Sacked, burned, and all the citizens killed. Are you getting the idea here? If you were the missing princess, it’s better to stay missing.
  3. You’re broke. Besides a tumble down castle in a waste land of burnt-out houses and a nasty bramble bush, the princess owns nothing. Everything was stolen when No. 2 happened. No ball gowns. No glittery jewels. No grand inheritance. But, hey, if you’re the kind of chick who wants to stick it out in a snake-infested rock pile then maybe you deserve to be princess. You are tougher than me.
  4. The few people who don’t want you dead, want to use you. A sixteen-year-old girl stripped of any allies makes a perfect puppet monarch. You may end up with the ball gowns, glittery jewels, and grand inheritance, but only because you agreed to be someone else’s minion.
  5. Your father thought it would be a grand idea to betroth you to some dude you’ve never seen. When you were a baby. For all you know, prince charming is hairy troll with a gas problem. Sure, you hope your dad had better taste than that, but a lot can change in sixteen years. That toddler with cherub cheeks and black curls might have turned into a vile, pandering, drunk, womanizer. Better than a troll? Debatable. Some girls are just better off single.
  6. People with freaky magical powers and their own agenda are hunting you. They don’t want you dead (yay), and they don’t want to use you (exactly), but they won’t stop until they capture you. I’m sort of opposed to the whole captive thing. Freedom is nice.
  7. Even if you managed to find some allies and take back your throne, it will be a constant battle to keep it — unless you annihilate all of your enemies. Remember No. 3? Yep, no money means no army. Which also means that to get said army, you’ve probably given in to No. 4. So you may be called ‘princess’, but you’re really just a rich man’s toady. Sad face.
  8. Being princess means being responsible. People will expect you to take care of them, provide for their needs, make judgments on tough social conflicts. And if that isn’t bad enough, you have to TAX PEOPLE. I know, I know. Taxes are for the common good and whatnot, but nobody likes paying them. Which means a lot of people don’t like you—in addition to the people in No. 1.


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About the Author

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In second grade, Becky Wallace had to sit in the corner because she refused to write anything except princess stories and fairy tales (and because she talked too much).
Her time in isolation gave her plenty of opportunities to dream up the fantasy worlds she’s been dabbling with ever since. She was lucky enough to find her own real-life Prince Charming. They have four munchkins and live in happy little town near Houston, Texas.

 
 
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February 23rd IceyBooks
February 24th I Heart YA Fiction
February 25th Effortlessly Reading
February 26th Fiction Fare
February 27th Bookish
March 2nd Mundie Moms
March 3rd Owls Always Be Reading
March 4th Supernatural Snark
March 5th Once Upon A Twilight
March 6th Two Chicks on Books

 
 
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This is a giveaway open to US and Canada only for a chance to win one of five personalized copies of The Storyspinner. You guys definitely want this book, trust me.

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Posted by Kelly on 2-25-15 · 32 Comments
Categories: 2015 book, blog tour, giveaway

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  1. Hannah Davies says

    2-25-15 at 6:16 AM

    This sounds really exciting!

    I’m UK but if I’m spreading the love anyway. Besides if I win I have plenty of US/CAN buddies I can gift it ti!

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  2. Linda Romer says

    2-25-15 at 7:00 AM

    I would love to read The Storyspinner, it sounds great. I love fantasy books. Thank you

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  3. Brittany T says

    2-25-15 at 7:01 AM

    This book is so incredible!! I just gush about to everyone I know. I love Johanna since she is so very clever.
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  4. Laila Campos says

    2-25-15 at 7:54 AM

    this sounds like something i am interested in…fantasy and a missing princess..hoping she will be someone badass if she really is still alive…but yeah being a princess is not all glitz and glamour…and a constant drama to fight for your throne even if one is already in her throne…some people simply wants to knock you out of it in whatever devious means possible…marathoning Reign will teach you that lesson. ahahaha! but like i said i might check this one out later.

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  5. Mel@thedailyprophecy says

    2-25-15 at 8:13 AM

    Haha, that is certainly not what I have in mind if I think about me being a princess. Especially the part where everyone is dead. I could deal with having responsibilities and even people using me, but I couldn’t handle it alone.
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  6. Willette Mitchell says

    2-25-15 at 2:05 PM

    I need something new to read, thanks for the giveaway

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  7. Stephanie says

    2-25-15 at 3:37 PM

    It sounds like this book has so many things that I love in a story- all in one book! I look forward to reading it!

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  8. Carina Olsen says

    2-25-15 at 4:15 PM

    Gorgeous post Kelly :D I love this guest post. <3 And ack. I am so so excited about this book :D I cannot wait to read it. <3 Thank you for sharing sweetie :)
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  9. Beth W says

    2-25-15 at 4:26 PM

    This one is definitely on my to-buy list. I’m pretty sure I’m going to love it, even if I don’t want to be a princess in the story. :)
    Beth W recently posted…Eye of the Week: Pride & PrejudiceMy Profile

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  10. Fari @My Little Corner of Books says

    2-25-15 at 4:45 PM

    I NEED THIS!! Seems to awesome! :)
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  11. Emily says

    2-25-15 at 5:05 PM

    Oh man, this book just sounds so awesome. I knew I was interested just by the synopsis but then I read your list…and I have never been more certain that I need to read this book. It just sounds so perfect and I have heard so many good things about it all around. Can’t wait to get my hands on this. Thank you for the giveaway!!
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  12. Natalie says

    2-25-15 at 5:11 PM

    This book sounds FANTASTIC. It’s been on my wishlist forever, and seeing all the positives reviews lately have definitely gotten me even more pumped. Thank you for the giveaway!!!

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  13. Natasha says

    2-25-15 at 5:14 PM

    Adding this to my “to-read” list :)

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  14. Sarah K says

    2-25-15 at 5:36 PM

    I’ve heard AMAZING THINGS about this book! Everyone is raving at how great it is and I canno wait to read it.
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  15. vero says

    2-25-15 at 5:43 PM

    Sounds like an amazing book, need to go to my wishlist, hope to read it soon

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  16. bn100 says

    2-25-15 at 8:20 PM

    interesting list of reasons

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  17. Tanya (Read. Run. Study.) says

    2-25-15 at 10:14 PM

    I haven’t heard much about this one yet, but it sounds cool. Definitely adding it to my “to-read” list.
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  18. Natasha says

    2-25-15 at 11:23 PM

    Sounds like an amazing read!!
    Thanks for the chance to win!

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  19. Nichole H says

    2-26-15 at 12:53 AM

    The Storyspinner sounds amazing!!! I can’t wait to read it! <3 Adding to my TBR!

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  20. Smitha says

    2-26-15 at 5:51 AM

    I cannot wait to read this! :D After the Graceling, I’ve been loking for a new book and this seems just right!
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  21. Jackie says

    2-26-15 at 7:10 AM

    This looks like such an intriguing book and it’s definitely perfect for me! Can’t wait to read it.☺
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  22. Jessica Lawson says

    2-26-15 at 8:05 AM

    Great post! I can’t wait to be holding this book in my hands!

    Reply
  23. Mirlou says

    2-26-15 at 6:43 PM

    This bok sound good.

    Reply
  24. Ashley :: This. That. And a Little Something Else. says

    2-26-15 at 7:31 PM

    The Storyspinner is on my TBR list! And I keep hearing good things. I need to get my hands on this book.
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  25. Amanda says

    2-26-15 at 8:12 PM

    Woot! Sounds amazing! Thank you for the giveaway.

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  26. Karina Hernandez says

    2-26-15 at 11:56 PM

    The Storyspinner sounds awesome. Thank you for the giveaway.

    Reply
  27. Elle Hinkley says

    2-28-15 at 8:37 AM

    I really love the cover of this book! I also would like to say that just like Becky Wallace, I have an ongoing love for fantasy and fairy tale retellings.
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  28. Kimberly V says

    2-28-15 at 9:27 AM

    Looking forward to this book. It sounds like a good one and my mother’s name is Johanna so that makes me want to read it more.

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  29. Ruth Elizabeth says

    2-28-15 at 12:37 PM

    I love most anything with archery in it. I can’t wait to read this, it sounds so interesting! Thanks for the chance to get a copy. :)

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  30. Christine says

    3-01-15 at 3:53 PM

    This sounds like an awesome read! I love the idea of a princess who isn’t spoiled and living a luxurious life. And with the political thriller aspect, I’m absolutely hooked!

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  31. Valerie Pennington says

    3-01-15 at 9:22 PM

    This just came to my attention a few weeks ago and EVERYONE IS RAVING ABOUT IT. I couldn’t be more excited and I hear Becky is a fellow Texan. :)

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  32. Anna Weimer (@lostbraincell) says

    3-06-15 at 10:00 AM

    I’ve only read good things about this book and can’t wait to read it!
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