Amber Frost (The Lost Magic) [Kindle Edition]

Suzi Davis (Author)

Book Description

Grace Lynn Stevenson is an eighteen year old girl who recently moved with her wealthy, but busy parents to a new city. She’s popular, pretty and rich - what more could a girl want? But deep down, she’s sad, lonely and plagued by nightmares.

When she meets Sebastian Caldwood at her new private school, she’s inexplicably drawn to him and his strange tattoos. Sebastian always gets what he wants - he simply has to wish it; but he’s fighting his own inner demons, and struggling to remember a past that eludes him. When he remembers that he is much older than he looks, he realizes that he’s seen many people live and die, including Grace.

Once Sebastian realizes his true nature and finds what he has been searching for the past hundreds of years, he also realizes that it is now up to him to protect Grace from the dangers that have plagued them throughout eternity.

Product Details

• File Size: 543 KB
• Print Length: 316 pages
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Publisher: ireadiwrite Publishing; 1 edition (December 6, 2010)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B004FGMUU8
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Not Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #299,813 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

10 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Review from Blkosiner's Book Blog January 10, 2011

By brandileigh2003

Format:Kindle Edition

I am able to connect with main character before I even know her name! I can sympathize with the whirling thoughts and feeling like something is missing. As well as trying to live up to parent's expectations, which I am sure is a pretty universal thing.

And then I start to hate her a bit. The awesome looks, seemingly perfect boyfriend, artistic, family has money. But then I am snapped back to the fact that she feels empty, hollow- I have felt that before and no matter who you are or what you have, that is a horrible sensation.

The intrigue starts right away when her thoughts and drawing is interrupted by a mysterious guy she has never noticed before but is supposedly in her class. He has an accent and he is beautiful so I am sold pretty much right away and want to find out more. Compared to him, when seemingly perfect boyfriend enters the picture I want to smack him J

Him and the other people of the popular crowd are stereotypical, but well written- jocks, superficial (at least at surface) girls. The way they are in the spotlight makes me really glad that I was never there even though I often wished I were popular in high school and still do sometimes.

Grace is obsessed with Sebastian- wanting to find out more. Actually looking forward to seeing him and finding herself smiling. I can totally see why. He says heartfelt things, and he also says strange things, that I want to know what is going on. There is obviously something paranormal with the forgotten pieces of his past and the strange events that happen. It is fun to watch unfold, and I was constantly looking for a free moment to read so that I could see what would take place next.

The romantic suspense and tension is well set up. She writes beautifully and there was one scene I (well, Grace, but you know what I mean) was expecting a kiss and didn't get it. I felt let down- that is a mark of good writing. Suzi's writing not only draws me in, it is lyrical. In this, some words and phrases are repeated close together, but it doesn't distract. My attention was drawn there, but it served to amplify what she was getting across. The plot moves wonderfully, showing me the action, the sweet moments, and the moments of processing.

I am so frustrated in Chapter 8 but once I finally understand it makes it all the more romantic and selfless. Yeah. I know. Vague and frustrating, but if you read, which I hope you do, you'll understand. I am a fan of how Grace questions things, not just blindly accepting and not caring. Though her decisions are driven by love, they are not solely based on it. She also holds to her morals and I like that she doesn't compromise based on how love and physical intimacy can make you push those lines so easily.

When the mystery slash paranormal aspect is revealed, I expected something of the like, but that did not lessen the impact or effect. I still had many questions about how it works. I can't say much else past this without giving spoilers, but it all leads up to an amazing conclusion. Pain love, past lives, danger, and sacrifice for those you love!

I really enjoyed this one, and definitely recommend for everyone to pick up a copy.

Awesome quote
"I had a strange dream last night... and I woke up thinking about you and I felt like I had to know you- like I was meant to." I blurted out. "That sounded weird." I added, dropping my gaze in embarrassment. He slid his chair closer to mine and leant towards me, gently reaching out over the empty seat between us and lifting my chin to raise my eyes to his. His fingers felt soft and smooth, and very warm.
"Don't be so afraid of the truth," he encouraged. His eyes were a dark black-blue now, twinkling mysteriously. "And just so you know - I like weird," he added with a playful grin, pulling his hand back to his desk before I had time to lean away.

15 of 17 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Another Great Read January 7, 2011

By Twilighter9763

Format:Kindle Edition

WOW!

Right now I am struggling for the words to express just how amazing this story truely is.

This summer, I was turned on to reading Twilight and so I embarked on the all to short, but intriguing journey of reading all four of the Novels. After completing them, I realized, I was spell bound and spent an insermountable time trying to find an equally enthralling story that would endear me to it as easily as Twilight did.
I am truely amazed that I have found just that sort of Novel.
Well Amber Frost is Unique in its Story and Characters, its ability to quickly suck you in was in and of the same.
I found the characters to be written with careful consideration. They had deapth and solidity.
The Love Story between Gracelynn and Sebastian was refreshing and honest. Not rushed or unfounded. The reasons for their connection was made clear and undeniablly simple yet held your attention through a kaleidoscope of multifacetid retrospective connections that simply blew your mind.
I certainly feel that the story, though obviously different in its plot, was as alluring and spellbinding. I am excited to say that I will be looking forward to her next installment of this beautifully written and well delivered tale.
It is refreshing to read about two starcrossed lovers who are both interdependant on one another and yet capable of showing their own strength. Gracelynn was neither whiney or weak. She was strong in her needs and wants and yet she allowed Sebastian to share in her journey while also trusting in his ability to protect her in ways that did not overshadow her own capabilites.
I will be anxiously awaiting the next book.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Just your average Mom February 6, 2011

By J. Lillis

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

I don't expect this "review" to help anyone because I can't point out specifically what makes this book fantastic. I can only simply say that I couldn't put it down and eagerly await Book 2.

More About the Author

Amber Frost was my first novel and I have now added two more (Silver Dew & Sapphire Sun) to The Lost Magic series. The Lost Magic is a Young-Adult paranormal romance series that is most basically put, a teenage love story with magic. The books explore themes of friendship, self-discovery, reincarnation, magic, past lives, Celtic history, and romance. All the books are set in Western Canada, close to where I live.

I love reading and writing, and could easily spend all day lost writing one of my books or caught up in someone else's. I read books in pretty much every genre and rarely dislike something I read (I'm a bookworm through and through)! I'm always looking for new books to read and since purchasing an E-reader (which I initially had some reservations about but am now completely in-love with) I am exploring new genres and discovering some fantastic Indie authors.

When I'm not reading or writing, I'm at home playing with my two beautiful, little monsters (two boys under the age of 4), spending time with my hubbie or working part-time for my local school district, supporting students who have special educational needs. And sometimes I get to see my friends too. I currently live in a small town on Vancouver Island, on the west coast of Canada. I was born in Surrey, England and moved to Canada in the early 90's and I've been here ever since. I truly believe I live in one of the most beautiful places on Earth and enjoy lots of camping trips, hiking nearby mountains and swimming in our local rivers and lakes. My guilty pleasure is watching reality tv shows and chocolate is my personal kryptonite.

Thanks for reading my books and discovering The Lost Magic!