Friday, October 11, 2024

[Review] — VALOR WINGS is an Intriguing, Fast-Paced Historical Fantasy


I am thrilled to be hosting a spot on the VALOR WINGS by Sam Subity Blog Tour hosted by 
Rockstar Book Tours. Check out my post and make sure to enter the giveaway!


Find VALOR WINGS on Goodreads and Books2Read.

 

About the Book


May 10, 1940


Everyone in Iris's small English village avoids the dragon in the woods. Everyone, that is, except for Iris. She knows Galahad would never hurt her--she's been caring for the dragon since he lost his mother when he was a baby. When Galahad is accused of stealing military rations, Iris strikes a bargain that will spare Galahad's life... but send him off to the war brewing in Europe. Soon after, she receives news that her brother is among the troops trapped in France by the advancing German troops. Refusing to give up hope, Iris devises a desperate plan that will either save both her brother and her best friend--or end in disaster.


Meanwhile in Belgium, Max's school day is abruptly interrupted by some terrifying news: The Germans have invaded his country. He and his grandmother are forced to flee for their lives west toward France where they hope to find safety. But when they are separated after a German attack, Max must continue the treacherous journey on his own.


Across hundreds of miles, the stories of Iris and Max steadily converge toward an explosive conclusion that will change them both forever. Along the way, they each must find the inner strength and resolve--the valor--to do the impossible. Author Sam Subity blends history and fantasy to tell a story like no other--an exhilarating adventure about the power of friendship, hope, and courage.

 

Billy's Review

VALOR WINGS is an intriguing, original, fast-paced historical fantasy that captivates a reader within the first few pages and holds the reader's attention until the last sentence. From the prose to the dialogue to the descriptions, Sam Sabuity has crafted a masterpiece that will be enjoyed by both children and adults.

Overall, I thoroughly enjoyed reading VALOR WINGS. Although it's written for kids, I found it enjoyable, especially given the WWII setting. I can easily envision the book being adapted into a future live-action or animated film. I highly recommend the book to readers of all ages. ╌★★★★★

 

About Sam Subity


Sam Subity loves writing stories that explore the magic and wonder of being a kid and is thrilled to share his debut novel with readers everywhere -- both the young in age and the young at heart. When he's not writing, you might find him running the trails of Northern California, where the endless, winding miles past fog and ocean inspire stories of adventure and mystery. Or he might be mowing his lawn. Because that's what adults sometimes have to do. But in either case, he's very likely imagining himself fighting mythical creatures or at the prow of a Viking dragon ship, feeling the wind and sea spray on his face. His greatest hope is that in reading this book, you too were in some small way transported to another place where for a little while you could exchange the ordinary for the extraordinary.


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Giveaway Details

1 winner will receive a finished copy of VALOR WINGS

US Only.

Ends October 31st, midnight EST.


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Tour Schedule

Week One:

9/30/2024

Two Chicks on Books

Excerpt/IG Post

10/1/2024

Daily Waffle

Excerpt

10/2/2024

Fire and Ice Reads

Excerpt/IG Post

10/3/2024

Book Review Virginia Lee Blog

Excerpt/IG Post

10/4/2024

onemused

IG Post

Week Two:

10/7/2024

TX Girl Reads

Excerpt/IG Post

10/8/2024

Sudeshna Loves Reading

Excerpt

10/9/2024

GryffindorBookishnerd

IG Review

10/10/2024

@thepagelady

IG Review

10/11/2024

Ramblings of a Coffee Addicted Writer

Review/IG Post

10/12/2024

Edith's Little Free Library

IG Post/TikTok Post

Week Three:

10/13/2024

@callistoscalling

IG Post

10/14/2024

@evergirl200

IG Review

10/15/2024

@alexandriavwilliams_

IG Review/TikTok Post

10/16/2024

celiamcmahonreads

Review/IG Post

10/17/2024

Country Mamas With Kids

Review/IG Post

10/18/2024

A Blue Box Full of Books

IG Review/LFL Drop Pic/TikTok Post

Week Four:

10/21/2024

avainbookland

IG Review

10/22/2024

Kim's Book Reviews and Writing Aha's

Review/IG Post

10/23/2024

Deal sharing aunt

Review/IG Post

10/24/2024

Locks, Hooks and Books

Review

10/25/2024

The Momma Spot

Review


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