Seer of Mars (The Vallar Series) [Kindle Edition]

Cindy Borgne (Author)

Book Description

<span>At sixteen, Ian Connors has only one real friend and no hope for the future.</span> He also happens to be the secret weapon of a powerful military faction bent on conquering all humans who have colonized Mars. His job is to use his psychic ability to uncover secrets or hidden bases of other factions. Ian not only uncovers a valuable hidden mine through his visions, but also Kayla, a woman he sees himself with in the future. <span>The only problem is she's on the enemy side. </span>

Ian heads out into a battle to save Kayla. Instead, he discovers the death and destruction his visions can bring when in the wrong hands. Ian vows to never let anyone use him again. His goal is to escape and live in peace, but his superiors monitor him closely and defectors are known to mysteriously disappear. Deep down, he longs to be with Kayla. Despite his age, inexperience and few allies, he refuses to give up. He must outwit a cunning admiral and save Kayla from his own people or he will remain a pawn and forever separated from those he loves.

"Visionary of Peace" (Vallar 2) is now available.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Writer's Digest honorable mention for short fiction - 2006

Reader's Favorite Finalist - VALLAR - 2011

Editorial Reviews

Review

Readersfavorite.com: " I found the protagonist to be a likable character and found myself eagerly waiting to see what would happen next. Overall, it is a good solid space opera."

Midwest Book Review. 5 Stars - When humanity comes to Mars, corruption follows it through. "Vallar " is a science fiction tale set on Mars, following Ian Connors, a supernatural psychic who finds himself plunged into the intrigue of Marscorp.

Books and Things: "The characters in the story pleased me because the main protagonist, Ian Connors, was someone that I liked. He is well-developed and comes across as a regular teenager struggling with the normal feelings of love, trust and hope against the backdrop of war and a corporation determined to use him for its own gain."

Great Minds Think Aloud: "I would definitely recommend this read to anyone that loves Science Fiction writing and even those that are holding back on starting the journey into this genre. Definitely a five star read."

About the Author

In 2006, Cindy Borgne won an honorable mention from Writer's Digest in short fiction.

In 2011, Vallar was a finalist in the Reader's Favorite contest.

Product Details

• File Size: 499 KB
• Print Length: 381 pages
• Page Numbers Source ISBN: 1461024544
• Simultaneous Device Usage: Unlimited
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B004SHTNEU
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #396,401 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

12 of 12 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Vallar May 4, 2011

By Wendy Oconnell

Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase

I am a huge fan of science fiction authors, Phillip K. Dick and Robert Heinlein because of the high end concepts that weave a very intricate plot. Simply put, they make me think. However, even great concepts often don't have the sense of character building I love in a book, and for a long time I gave up hope in having that in great science fiction and then I read Vallar, a highly conceptual book with a protagonist to love. Ian Connors is a psychic kid struggling with the teenage woes of love, the difficulty of growing up without parents, issues with trust, and finally the problem of taking down the powerful corporation Marscorp. Set in the future on Mars, this book creates a world that looks at every detail of a thrilling science fiction future. It is complete with Phantom ships, and the technology to create a new future without waiting on it. In the end you will have questioned the essence of humanity through the mind of a boy becoming a man, Ian Connors. Great science fiction with a character to love! I couldn't ask for more.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars CINDY BORGNE'S "VALLAR" (A REVIEW) May 31, 2011

By GMTA Publishing

Format:Kindle Edition

A futuristic story about a young man, Ian Connors that has the power of a psychic, his visions come in dreams and he has been hired by Marscorp to report those visions in order to better their way of life. His loyalty has been to Marscorp for so long that when he begins to have visions that include a beautiful girl he sees as someday being his own, he begins to have doubts that he's on the right path. With his entire life in question he begins to try and find a way to save the girl he seeks out Vallar, a group of rebels that seek only to survive.

I enjoyed this story and usually I'm not one easily interested in Science Fiction or Futuristic novels. This book grabbed me from the beginning and I couldn't help but to stick with it to the end. Cindy Borgne has a way of writing that is paced perfectly and doesn't dwell too much on endless descriptions that can become monotonous and yet she gives us enough to imagine vividly the world she's created. One of the best parts is the love story that flows so easily into the adventure side of this novel. I would definitely recommend this read to anyone that loves Science Fiction writing and even those that are holding back on starting the journey into this genre. Definitely a five star read!

-Kitty Bullard / Great Minds Think Aloud Book Club

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful

3.0 out of 5 stars Vallar, a valiant effort July 1, 2011

By Wandering Soul

Format:Paperback

Vallar, a story of a boy psychic who is being abused by the Marscorp, a big antagonizing organization situated on Mars. Borgne had a great idea about the story, a young abused boy, troubled by his visions, his grappling with his own conscience about which side to choose. It was an engaging story which hooks the reader from the first vision. However, the book does not live up to its potential. The writing itself needs improvement. The characterization in the book came across as superficial. The book read as a script for an action movie rather then an actual book with vivid descriptions, which would paint a picture of the scene in a readers mind. The Characters lacked depth, as there was not a lot of description about the characters thought process which would give insight to the readers about characters personality. The relationship between characters was also lacking the foundation which would make readers understand the deep attachments between them. For example, the relationship between Ian and Nate lacked the depth which would make us understand Ian's pain over loosing his best friend, or Ian's resentment when Nate was neglecting him in favor of his girlfriend Cappy. In Addition, the book requires a thorough proof reading as I came across a lot of spelling and grammatical mistakes. Despite of all its shortcomings, the book was interesting as it explores the idea of human conquest of one of the most inhabitable planets. The book is also a treat for people who enjoy futuristic romances with high action packed scenes.

So overall, the book was fascinating and exciting despite all its imperfections as I finished it one sitting, once I got started. So if there is going to be a sequel I would read it, however I do expect improvement in the writing department.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars An Interesting Read May 31, 2011

By Chels TOP 1000 REVIEWER

Format:Kindle Edition

This novel will immediately draw the reader into this strange world of scientific wonder and fascination. The reader will be rooting for the main character throughout the book. There are not many difficult scientific language/words that a reader that does not typically read scientific fiction will need to muddle through; the novel is decidedly more light-hearted and even more enjoyable than the nail-biting science fiction books many readers peruse on the shelves. Ian, the main character, has the special ability to have visions. He is utilized by a military faction to locate other colonies to plunder them. As his visions continue he begins having visions about a young girl who he feels he must know more about, he has one disturbing vision when he attempts to force visions of the girl. He escapes his colony to find and protect the girl, who he is drawn to. In order to fully escape, he joins Vallar-an alliance of rebel organizations willing to stand up to Marscorp. The reader will enjoy this new twist on science fiction, the terrific development of the characters, and the descriptive writing and dialogue of the author. This novel is terrific for young adults and adults who enjoy light science fiction or want to try this genre.

*Complimentary copy received for this review, does not affect my opinion in any way*

More About the Author

Cindy Borgne lives in the Detroit, Michigan area with her two kids and one stubborn, yet somehow lovable basset hound. In 2011, Seer of Mars was a finalist in the Readers' Favorite contest. She won an honorable mention for short fiction from Writer's Digest. Her short story ThunderSnow was chosen as an editor's pick at Eloquent Stories.

Go to her website for more information: http://dreamersperch.blogspot.com/