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FIRST LOOK at my Young Adult Novel
FIRST LOOK of my Young Adult Novel releasing in August! PREORDERS available soon!
Back Cover Text
In an effort to preserve themselves,
Humans created those they call Cresecren.
Cayden was given life as a Cresecren. He expected to live out his days with the dysfunctional Human family he was assigned to serve. One fateful night, however, landed him in Gavaron, the home of maimed, elderly, or defiant Cresecren.
Beyond its borders is the Den, an area much more dangerous than he ever imagined. Now seventeen, Cayden unwittingly becomes involved in a conspiracy and is one of a handful of survivors fleeing a deadly attack. They set off on a perilous journey in search of refuge and the truth. Along the way, Cayden begins to comprehend the difference between fully living and merely surviving while trying to balance his emotions and a forbidden love.
Can he trust anyone?
Back Cover Text
In an effort to preserve themselves,
Humans created those they call Cresecren.
Cayden was given life as a Cresecren. He expected to live out his days with the dysfunctional Human family he was assigned to serve. One fateful night, however, landed him in Gavaron, the home of maimed, elderly, or defiant Cresecren.
Beyond its borders is the Den, an area much more dangerous than he ever imagined. Now seventeen, Cayden unwittingly becomes involved in a conspiracy and is one of a handful of survivors fleeing a deadly attack. They set off on a perilous journey in search of refuge and the truth. Along the way, Cayden begins to comprehend the difference between fully living and merely surviving while trying to balance his emotions and a forbidden love.
Can he trust anyone?

Published on June 04, 2015 14:00
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Book Proofs and Bookmarks Arrived!



My book proofs and bookmarks of Novus arrived! Me with my biggest supporter. My 6 year old daughter, Kaylee, is such a great help and very positive. She tells me my book will be a movie someday. She also gave me some of the names in my book, she is so creative. I am expecting two arrivals this year! The release of my book and ebook in August and my baby boy in October! Such an exciting year! I feel so blessed! Pre-Order of signed books and Kindle edition available from my site! Preview also available here on Goodreads!
http://crystalmarcos.com/novus/novus....
Published on July 09, 2015 10:48
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Goodkindles Feature!

http://www.goodkindles.net/2015/08/no...
Published on August 06, 2015 16:07
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Another Giveaway this one is thru Amazon Giveaways
Besides the giveaway I have listed here for my Young Adult Book Novus: https://www.goodreads.com/giveaway/sh...
I have one going with Amazon here: https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/ec28e03...
Amazon mails the winners the books, so simple to enter!
I have one going with Amazon here: https://giveaway.amazon.com/p/ec28e03...
Amazon mails the winners the books, so simple to enter!

Published on August 19, 2015 19:13
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Novus Pre-Order Price Drop thru end of 8/27/2015
Pre-order price DROP $2.99 until release 8/28! http://amzn.to/1IGbLDd UK http://amzn.to/1MN6OLd CA http://amzn.to/1UoeXXT If you order the paperback you get the Kindle version for $.99 via Kindle matchbook!
Ideal for Hunger Games and Divergent fans, Crystal Marcos delivers Novus, a riveting novel set in a dystopian future of action-adventure, suspense, and romance. Intriguing characters and a gripping storyline keep the reader turning page after page.
Being a teenager is hard enough. And what if your life’s path is predetermined? On top of that, you aren’t even Human?
Cayden was given life as a Cresecren. He expected to live out his days with the dysfunctional Human family he was assigned to serve. One fateful night, however, landed him in Gavaron, the home of maimed, elderly, or defiant Cresecren.
Beyond its borders is the Den, an area much more dangerous than he ever imagined. Now seventeen, Cayden unwittingly becomes involved in a conspiracy and is one of a handful of survivors fleeing a deadly attack. They set off on a perilous journey in search of refuge and the truth. Along the way, Cayden begins to comprehend the difference between fully living and merely surviving, while trying to balance his emotions and a forbidden love.
About the Author
Award-winning author Crystal Marcos has been a storyteller her entire life. As the oldest of five children, she had to do a lot of entertaining. She lives on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State with her husband and daughter Kaylee, with another child on the way. Crystal is the author of BELLYACHE: A Delicious Tale and HEADACHE: The Hair-Raising Sequel to BELLYACHE. Novus, her third book and first Young Adult novel, is Book One of The Cresecren Chronicles.
Ideal for Hunger Games and Divergent fans, Crystal Marcos delivers Novus, a riveting novel set in a dystopian future of action-adventure, suspense, and romance. Intriguing characters and a gripping storyline keep the reader turning page after page.
Being a teenager is hard enough. And what if your life’s path is predetermined? On top of that, you aren’t even Human?
Cayden was given life as a Cresecren. He expected to live out his days with the dysfunctional Human family he was assigned to serve. One fateful night, however, landed him in Gavaron, the home of maimed, elderly, or defiant Cresecren.
Beyond its borders is the Den, an area much more dangerous than he ever imagined. Now seventeen, Cayden unwittingly becomes involved in a conspiracy and is one of a handful of survivors fleeing a deadly attack. They set off on a perilous journey in search of refuge and the truth. Along the way, Cayden begins to comprehend the difference between fully living and merely surviving, while trying to balance his emotions and a forbidden love.
About the Author
Award-winning author Crystal Marcos has been a storyteller her entire life. As the oldest of five children, she had to do a lot of entertaining. She lives on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State with her husband and daughter Kaylee, with another child on the way. Crystal is the author of BELLYACHE: A Delicious Tale and HEADACHE: The Hair-Raising Sequel to BELLYACHE. Novus, her third book and first Young Adult novel, is Book One of The Cresecren Chronicles.

Published on August 25, 2015 12:10
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5 Stars from Readers' Favorite for Novus!
The Cresecren Chronicles, Book 1
by Crystal Marcos
Young Adult -Dystopian, Sci-Fi
318 Pages
Reviewed on 08/26/2015
Book Review
Reviewed by Kim Anisi for Readers' Favorite
I would recommend not starting Novus (The Cresecren Chronicles, Book 1) by Crystal Marcos if you have anything planned for the rest of the day, as you will most likely not want to put the book down! Cayden, the main character, is a Cresecren, similar to humans, but made to serve them. Cayden ended up in a colony of Cresecrens who are either not fit to serve any longer or who have been outcasts for some reason. One day, Cayden's life changes completely. He meets an interesting human girl, and then is involved in a rather unpleasant chain of events (which I can't mention as that would be spoilers!) which lead to him and a group of others being on the run, and finding out that the world out there is full of things that are not as they seem.
Novus by Crystal Marcos is one of those gems that make you care about the characters within the story, and while you definitely want to know what happens to them, you can't help but also not want to get to the end of the book. It's the kind of book whose characters you miss when you finish the book. There is good news though, it's the first book in a series and if Crystal writes as well in the second book then it will also be a fantastic read. There still is a lot to explore, quite a few issues to be resolved, and I am sure that more interesting characters will be waiting for readers.
Author Biography
Award-winning author Crystal Marcos has been a storyteller her entire life. As the oldest of five children, she had to do a lot of entertaining. She lives on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State with her husband and daughter Kaylee, with another child on the way. Crystal is the author of BELLYACHE: A Delicious Tale and HEADACHE: The Hair-Raising Sequel to BELLYACHE. Novus, her third book and first Young Adult novel, is Book One of The Cresecren Chronicles.
Links to buy: (more to come)
Amazon
Kindle edition: http://amzn.to/1IGbLDd
Paperback: http://amzn.to/1NiIIbG
Barnes and Noble: Paperback: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/novus...
Nook Book: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/novus...
Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
by Crystal Marcos
Young Adult -Dystopian, Sci-Fi
318 Pages
Reviewed on 08/26/2015
Book Review
Reviewed by Kim Anisi for Readers' Favorite
I would recommend not starting Novus (The Cresecren Chronicles, Book 1) by Crystal Marcos if you have anything planned for the rest of the day, as you will most likely not want to put the book down! Cayden, the main character, is a Cresecren, similar to humans, but made to serve them. Cayden ended up in a colony of Cresecrens who are either not fit to serve any longer or who have been outcasts for some reason. One day, Cayden's life changes completely. He meets an interesting human girl, and then is involved in a rather unpleasant chain of events (which I can't mention as that would be spoilers!) which lead to him and a group of others being on the run, and finding out that the world out there is full of things that are not as they seem.
Novus by Crystal Marcos is one of those gems that make you care about the characters within the story, and while you definitely want to know what happens to them, you can't help but also not want to get to the end of the book. It's the kind of book whose characters you miss when you finish the book. There is good news though, it's the first book in a series and if Crystal writes as well in the second book then it will also be a fantastic read. There still is a lot to explore, quite a few issues to be resolved, and I am sure that more interesting characters will be waiting for readers.
Author Biography
Award-winning author Crystal Marcos has been a storyteller her entire life. As the oldest of five children, she had to do a lot of entertaining. She lives on the Kitsap Peninsula in Washington State with her husband and daughter Kaylee, with another child on the way. Crystal is the author of BELLYACHE: A Delicious Tale and HEADACHE: The Hair-Raising Sequel to BELLYACHE. Novus, her third book and first Young Adult novel, is Book One of The Cresecren Chronicles.


Links to buy: (more to come)
Amazon
Kindle edition: http://amzn.to/1IGbLDd
Paperback: http://amzn.to/1NiIIbG
Barnes and Noble: Paperback: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/novus...
Nook Book: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/novus...
Smashwords: https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
Published on August 30, 2015 13:09
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Food in Fiction Feature
This was a fun featured post for my books. Read excerpts that talk about yummy food. Food in Fiction. This runs all month with other books.
http://blog.tglong.com/2015/09/food-i...
http://blog.tglong.com/2015/09/food-i...
Published on September 24, 2015 22:10
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#YA #Bookreview: NOVUS by Crystal Marcos
Please read a review of my Young Adult Book over on Sher A Hart's Blog http://www.sherahart.net/ya-bookrevie...

Published on October 07, 2015 13:25
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GIRL + BOOK Young Adult Book Blog Review of Novus
"From character development to plot twists, Marcos story comes together beautifully. There is never a slow or dull moment: conspiracy, forbidden love, hidden cities, battles, and more; you are sure to read this book in one sitting." 4.5 Rating!
To read the full review and learn more about the book click the link to the review.
http://www.girlplusbook.com/ya/the-cr...
To read the full review and learn more about the book click the link to the review.
http://www.girlplusbook.com/ya/the-cr...

Published on October 09, 2015 22:17
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Book Review “The Cresecren Chronicles – Novus” by Crystal Marcos
5 STAR Review!
"This book blew my mind. It was that good. When I got to the end I was desperately swiping at my phone in disbelief. I didn’t want it to be over.
Where is the next book!? I NEED the next book!"
To read the full review and learn more about the book click the link to the review.
https://alliesopinions.wordpress.com/...
"This book blew my mind. It was that good. When I got to the end I was desperately swiping at my phone in disbelief. I didn’t want it to be over.
Where is the next book!? I NEED the next book!"
To read the full review and learn more about the book click the link to the review.
https://alliesopinions.wordpress.com/...

Published on November 26, 2015 23:36
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