Book Excerpt: Tunuftol's Fortress of Light by Ann Snizek

Today's feature is TUNUFTOL'S FORTRESS OF LIGHT, a young adult sci-fi fantasy novel by author Ann Snizek. Let's take a look!

BLURB

Krissa and her little brother, Micah, have been pushed around the foster system until they find themselves in the care of "Grandma" Athey. Krissa begins having unusual dreams and her brother knows more than she thinks. Their new friends, Pin, and her twin brother, Khevin, join forces to unravel Krissa's questions. Krissa has become The Chosen One and is drawn into a mission against an evil faction that usurped the throne from Khevin's family. With a group of friends accumulated from school, Krissa learns to control her new found powers and follow her dreams back to the world they all fled from as small children…

Blood or Oil of Sweet Champagne

Float or Fly or Stay the Same

Up or Down or Way Below

You Must Choose Which Way to Go

EXCERPT

They rode hard all day, stopping occasionally to rest the horses and grab a bite to eat. Krissa rode her own horse this time, grateful that at least the horse knew what to do. It patiently explained what she did wrong, and how to correct it. As the day progressed, so did Krissa's riding ability…and the pain in her legs and butt.

The spectacular views made it worth the effort. As the setting sun painted the sky, it took Krissa's breathe away. Cresting the hills they'd been crossing all day, an amazing golden red-orange glow sent flames of light across the valley. A huge, city-like fortress sat nestled in red gold with elegant peaks of towers and spires reaching into the sky. The entire valley was alive.

"The Fortress of Light, Your Majesty," Lord Naren said to Khevin. He pulled his horse to a stop, and allowed the glorious view to flood the senses.

"Wow," Krissa said under her breathe.

"It's something, isn't it," Pin said more than asked, pulling her horse beside Krissa. "Wait till you see the gardens. I remember living there when I was little…Until Tomás and his coup."

Young Lord Nester pulled up to Krissa's other side. He had avoided her completely until then. "I've come to apologize for my offensiveness, Lady Alverna. Please forgive me before another night passes, and accept my gratitude for what you have taught me."

Dumbfounded, Krissa couldn't think of anything to say. So, she nodded her acceptance, and the young man smiled with relief before charging forward.

"We run," the horse neighed its brief warning and bolted forward with the others.

Krissa grabbed at the saddle horn and found a handful of mane with it. Holding tight, to keep her balance, she relished the gust of wind in her hair.

"Fun, fun," said Reza's voice.

Reza had gone invisible when the elf scouts showed up the day before, and hadn't been seen since. Krissa had wondered about her little friend.

AUTHOR BIO

I grew up in Vermont mostly and now live in Virginia with my family (those still at home). My husband and I have a blended family of seven kids. My childhood was spent moving around a lot. (non-military) About five years ago, we started home-schooling our youngest children. Now there are only two remaining in home-school. I have tried to nurture the love of books in our children and now our grandchildren -- always nurturing their imaginations. Recently, I have become active in our community with literacy, starting a local (and online) creative writing club and volunteer tutoring at the Adult Learning Center.
I struggle with Fibromyalgia and PTSD. So, have to be careful not to overdo things... I don't always listen to my own advice. I have a dry, sarcastic and corny sense of humor and always try to look at things optimistically. (again not always successful) However, I feel that if I don't give up -- for long -- then things will work out for the best eventually.

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