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Beautiful Stranger: Thrilling Urban Fantasy with a Science Twist (The Marked Ones Trilogy) by [Kat Vancil]

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Beautiful Stranger: Thrilling Urban Fantasy with a Science Twist (The Marked Ones Trilogy) Kindle Edition

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Some wishes should really come with a warning label: “Warning! May cause untimely death!”

*** For a limited time, you can get the next volume in the Marked Ones series, Beautiful Disaster & bonus Daemons of Karalia short story One Crazy Night — see inside for details. ***

Geeky artist Patrick Connolly has been inexplicably drawn to his classmate Nualla since he first locked eyes with her three years earlier. There’s just one problem—he’s never actually>/i> spoken to her. However, when Nualla’s abusive ex corners her in the deserted hallway of their elite San Francisco private school, will Patrick finally find the courage to speak up?

This one decision could grant him his heart’s desire or bring about his untimely death. Because you see, his dream girl has secrets of her own…like the fact she isn’t even human.

Beautiful Stranger is the prequel novella to the fast-paced Marked Ones series. If you like spunky heroines, hot bishounen guys & thrilling urban fantasy with a science twist, then you’ll love this gripping New Adult Fantasy series.

Perfect for fans of Shadowhunters, Toradora & Dragon's Gift: The Huntress.

Pick up Beautiful Stranger today & watch as this adorkable fish-out-of-water navigates the perils of the heart!

Sign up for Kat’s mailing list & unlock your exclusive story pack & other shiny bonus content: www.ShadowdustAndWonderlust.com/beautiful-incentive

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May 18, 2014
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"When it comes to surreal and paranormal, no one does it better than Alicia Kat Vancil!"
-S. J. Pajonas, author of the The Nogiku Series, and Face Time

"These books are fun and sexy. Can wait to read the next installment in this series. I am completely hooked! Love this trilogy!!!"
-Amanda Tippett

"I loved this book! The characters were so believable, the plot outstanding and the conclusion left me wanting more! This is just an excellently written, well done story that you should get to your teenager (then yourself) ASAP!"
-Nancy, Cheryl's Book Nook

"Completely engaging from the very first line until the last sentence."
-Ivana, Willing to See Less

"Clever and laugh-out-loud funny; can't wait to read the rest!"
-Heisenbug TheGeek

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00KFRR51K
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Korat Publishing; 2nd edition (May 18, 2014)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ May 18, 2014
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 4119 KB
Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
Print length ‏ : ‎ 99 pages
Lending ‏ : ‎ Enabled

Best Sellers Rank: #35,248 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #272 in Two-Hour Science Fiction & Fantasy Short Reads
- #448 in Coming of Age Fantasy eBooks
- #717 in Two-Hour Romance Short Reads

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Kat Vancil

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A valiant crusader for inclusive fiction, Kat Vancil forges diverse story elements into adventures that amuse, embolden & leave her readers spellbound. She currently resides in the San Francisco Bay Area with her husband, their kitty studio-mates Crash the Stampede & Akimi & eight overfull bookcases. And when not crafting fantastical tales of daemon royalty, super-tech & shifter deities, she can usually be found frolicking in general geekiness.

Welcome Story-Seeker! Did you know you can unlock an exclusive volume of The Marked Ones & Daemons of Karalia short story One Crazy Night along with other shiny bonus content when you join my Flock of Shadow Ravens? How awesome is that?

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Beautiful Stranger marks #4 for me

Reviewed in the United States on November 30, 2014

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This story is a little predictable but that does not mean that it isn't any less exciting. What really caught my attention was the subtle hints that Nualla Galathea, her cousin (Nikki) and friend (Shawn) are not human. This novella is written to portray the thoughts and actions from both Patrick's and Nualla's perspective. The author wants you to know what both characters are thinking and feeling throughout the story; therefore, you are clearly able read the emotion between both characters. I did like the pace of the story; it did not move too quickly but also did not crawl forward. I do believe that the descriptions are vivid enough to allow me to picture everything.

I can certainly relate to the desires that flare to life in the story between Patrick and Naulla. At first, I was a little confused by how Naulla nor Nikki or Shawn have ever seen Patrick throughout the duration of their four years at the same school; however, I am starting to wonder if it may have anything to do with the little key item that I picked up when reading about the talismans. Patrick states that he lost his a day or two previously but hasn't informed anyone except for Naulla.

My overall impression of the book is quite positive. Truthfully, I do feel that some choices of vocabulary stunted the story and made it seem a bit more childish; however, it did not reflect negatively enough for me to discontinue reading it. My interest was far more peeked due to the situational dilemma that they face towards the end of the story. I do recommend this to my club members if you are interested in fantasy and/or science fiction. I am not sure what angle the author will throw out for an explanation of the secrecy from Nualla; however, I am intrigued. The next in the series is Daemons in the Mist (The Marked Ones Trilogy Book 1).

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A New Beginning for Daemons in the Mist

Reviewed in the United States on March 10, 2017

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Beautiful Stranger is a rewrite of the beginning of The Marked Ones Trilogy by Kat Vancil, revisiting the first third of the first book, Daemons in the Mist, and expanding on the beginning.

Often a writer, upon completing a long work, realizes the beginning is missing some items. Ms. Vancil seems to be addressing this situation with a sort-of prequel novella Beautiful Stranger. I recommend reading the prequel before diving into the larger work.

Available for free on Amazon, this hook will draw you into the series.

Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2017

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Started off interested, then as I read being interested, kinda, fell off the page... Talk of demons and there were No powers, No reason to believe she or her friends were demons, they went to Vegas, got married, said uh oh this isn't good, and it ends.... Disappointed

Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2016

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Fun story with likable characters. The drama moves a little quick with the characters seemingly pulling quick 180s in personality at times. But, the novel is well written otherwise and a perfect light read for a not-too-serious afternoon.

Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2016

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This a prequel to the trilogy. I thought it was a fun quick read. I really liked Patrick and I'm looking forward to seeing what happens to him and Nualla next.

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plumbob

A real tease of an introduction to a series. A great romp that promises a real adventure.

Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2016

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Fast paced, frenetic introduction to a series. If the rest is like this it will be one heck of a ride!! I look forward to finding out what happens.

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a free read for a ainy day

Reviewed in the United States on December 16, 2015

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Not what I was suspecting, but it got the job done--read this one while waiting for a doctor appointment.

Reviewed in the United States on October 23, 2014

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Inventive story world and intriguing characters. I'm definitely going to add the rest of these books to my TBR.

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I liked the fact that we got both POV's and that ...

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 17, 2015

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Pulled me in from the first paragraph. I liked the fact that we got both POV's and that both characters had their own distinct voice. Looking forward to more from this author.

Ra-Ra

okay

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 6, 2016

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Is exactly what it says, a romantic paranormal story.
Nicely written - think better aimed at the 'tween' set, who knows...could be the next Twilight.

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Five Stars

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 26, 2017

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I really enjoyed this. The concept was unusual, and kept my interest to the end

Amazon Customer

Great

Reviewed in India on September 29, 2016

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Good . But long. I hope u enjoy it. You should really try the book VENDETTA and DID I MENTION I LOVE YOU? series. DIVERGENT series are also great. I assure you they are very romantically amazing
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kanha

Four Stars

Reviewed in India on July 13, 2017

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