Hi, everyone! I have a brand new guest on my blog today. Emily Fortney and I were members of the same local writing group, so I’m excited to have her visit with her YA fantasy release. I hope you’ll make her feel welcome. And, hey—she’s got the deets on how to grab her book for free! Sound good?
Take it away, Emily . . .
I’m so excited for this opportunity to pop in on Mae’s blog and share about my book with you fine readers. Mae is a writer friend of mine. Fun fact, we used to attend the same writer’s group! When I told her that I’d be re-launching one of my books in June, she offered to help. I want to thank her so much for letting me chat with all of you today.
The Sacrifice of One centers around my main character, Camilla Crim. She’ll turn into a feisty, defiant heroine by the end of the book, but she’s not there just yet. When you first open the book, she’s just a 17-year-old girl that’s been branded as a slave and forced to labor at The Supreme Ruler’s national farm for a pitiful payout.
She lives in a town where nearly everyone is impoverished, and nearly everyone makes the sad walk to work at the farm every day. It’s the only way to survive in Bear Gap. What little bit of money Camilla does make, just gets passed off to her drunkard father.
Camilla’s days are bleak. The only good thing in her life is best friend and big brother, Tuor. One day after work, Camilla finds out that Tuor is in trouble. He’s being accused of a heinous murder. He’s being hunted down by the governor, who wants Tuor’s head on a pike for his crime. The problem is, Tuor is innocent, or at least Camilla thinks he is.
By the time she figures out who’s behind this plot, it might be too late for Tuor, and he’ll have to face the execution block. Camilla has to face the truth. Will Tuor have to be sacrificed for the good of many?
Like many authors, I drew my inspiration for The Sacrifice of One from my surroundings. Many of the names come from things I saw growing up. For instance, Camilla lives in a territory called Bear Gap. I got this name from a town north of me in Pennsylvania. There’s a big billboard with that name on it that I used to pass by when I was driving in that area. For some reason it stuck with me and I used it in my book!
Although this book is not the first book I ever wrote, it is the one dearest to my heart. The character of Camilla had been in my mind for years before I ever wrote her onto paper. I always pictured a confident, female warrior of sorts. This book is really about how Camilla grows into that persona. It’s truly a coming of age story.
I originally published The Sacrifice of One in 2016, but I decided to re-launch this book this month. I refreshed the manuscript and the cover and also widened the distribution by having it now available on Nook, Apple Books, and Kobo!
For a limited time, I’m offering the eBook for The Sacrifice of One for FREE to anyone who signs up for my email newsletter. I’m doing a rapid release of books 2 and 3 in this series this year so if you enjoy The Sacrifice of One, you’ll get to binge on the next couple of books in just a few months!
It has been truly an honor to guest post on Mae’s blog today and to share with all of you about my book and my favorite character to write. Thanks again to Mae for letting me stop in! Happy Reading!
~ Emily
Author Bio:
Emily has come a long way from building forts in the woods behind her childhood home. She’s the author of the The Sacrifice of One, the first book in a thrilling, young adult fantasy series. Born and raised in central Pennsylvania, Emily currently resides with her husband and shelter cat, and is vigilant about keeping her house well stocked with dark chocolate.
Book Blurb:
The proof of 17-year-old Camilla’s slavery is on the inside of her arm. A mutilated scar has been branded into her skin, W for Warwick. Forced to labor at Warwick’s national farm for a pitiful payout, the only good thing in Camilla’s life is her best friend and big brother, Tuor.
When Camilla receives a mysterious note from a stranger, she has to face the truth about her brother: He’s on the run. He’s in grave danger. And he’s being accused of a hideous crime. Camilla would bet her life that someone has set him up, but who? If Camilla can’t prove Tuor’s innocence, he’ll have to face the executioner.
As Tuor’s demise draws near, will Camilla find relief in learning the truth surrounding her brother’s crime? Or will she accept that he must be sacrificed for the good of many?
Purchase Links:
Amazon | Barnes and Noble | Apple Books | Kobo
Connect with Emily:
Website | Email Newsletter | Facebook | Pinterest | Twitter | Instagram | Goodreads | Wattpad
There’s nothing like getting a free ebook to introduce you to a series. And isn’t that book cover gorgeous? I hope you’ll share some comment luv with Emily and let her know your thoughts. And don’t forget to use the sharing buttons to help spread the word about The Sacrifice of One. Thanks for visiting and reading today!
Emily – I love the name of your main character and your story sounds very intriguing. I wish you much success ❤️ And, Mae, thank you for hosting and bringing this book to my attention!
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Thank you Tessa! Picking out character names is one of my favorite parts of writing 🙂
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My pleasure, Tessa. I agree that Emily chose a fantastic name for her protagonist. Thanks for visiting to cheer her on!
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Dark chocolate stash? Ms. Fortney and I could be best friends.:-) It sounds like Camilla and Tuor are up to their eyebrows in danger. Best of luck to Fortney on this recent release!
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Nice to find someone with similar tastes. Truth is, I’ll eat any kind of chocolate :p, but dark is my favorite!
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Emily, I’m not much for sweets, but dark chocolate is the exception for me. YUM!
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I’m glad you dropped by to check out Emily’s release, Priscilla. And who can resist dark chocolate, LOL!
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Isn’t it wonderful when a character stays with you and becomes a part of you? Best of luck with your book!
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Yes! Camilla is very near and dear to my heart. ❤ Thank you
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Those are the best kind of characters, Judi! Thanks for visiting to cheer on Emily! 🙂
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Such a great question without a template answer. Your book sounds wonderful.
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Thank you Jacqui! And thanks for stopping by to read my post. 🙂
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So glad you popped in to see what it is all about, Jacqui. Thank you!
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It was nice meeting Emily, Mae. Thanks for hosting.
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Thanks for stopping by John!
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My pleasure, John. Glad you stopped by to check out her book!
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Congrats on the rerelease. Wishing you much success.
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Thank you 🙂 I appreciate you stopping by!
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Thanks for visiting, Joan. I know Emily is happy to share her news!
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Love the back story!!! Can’t wait to read the next book!!!!
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That’s awesome to hear, Sarah. I’m so glad you dropped by to support Emily!
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It’s coming soon 😉 Thanks for stopping by!
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Can’t wait to see what happens next!
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I’m glad you visited to check out the post and support Emily, Noah. Thank you!
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Next book is coming out soon! Stick around 🙂
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Congratulations, Emily. Anyone who stashes chocolate is a friend of mine. I’ll be exploring your book very soon. Thank you, Mae, for introducing Emily. 🙂
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Hi, Gwen. It’s wonderful to hear you’ll be checking out Emily’s book. I know she will appreciate that. Thanks for visiting to support Emily.
And now I’m hungry for dark chocolate, LOL!
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Hi Gwen glad to hear there’s another chocolate lover in the house! Thanks for taking the time to check out my book. Hope you love it!
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Nice to meet you here, Emily:) Beautiful cover and I will be picking up my copy.Thanks.
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Fantastic, Denise. I know Emily will appreciate that. Thanks for visiting to cheer her on!
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Aw thank you! I truly love my cover 🙂 Thanks for stopping by!
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Dark chocolate and rescue cat? You’re my kind of people, Emily. I signed up for your newsletter – best wishes with this book and the upcoming ones!
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Yay! I know you enjoy YA, Teri, so I hope you enjoy Emily’s book.
And I am totally there with you on the dark chocolate and rescue cat, LOL!
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Awesome! Thanx for signing up. My kitty’s name is Philippe. He’s all white with light brown spots and enjoys sitting next to me while I write lol.
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From one Pennsylvanian to another (via a third), congratulations, Emily. The book sounds wonderful, and I wish you much success with it.
Great job hosting, Mae. Thanks.
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Glad you dropped by to cheer on Emily, Staci. Keystoners need to stick together, LOL.
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Born and raised! Thanks for taking the time to stop by and read!
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Happy to, Emily. I agree with Mae; Keystoners need to stick together!
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Your book is charming and I love the new cover. I’m glad you made your book the way you liked it by refreshed it and now had a wider readership. Congratulations, Emily. Thank you, Mae!
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Thanks for visiting, Miriam. I’m so glad you dropped by to check out Emily’s book!
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You’re welcome, Mae. I love to get to know other authors!
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Hey thanks Miriam! Glad you like the cover! 😀
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You’re welcome, Emily! 🙂
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Congratulations, Emily. This sounds very exciting. Thanks for sharing, Mae.
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Thank you! 🙂 I appreciate you stopping by and taking the time to read.
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Glad you dropped by to check it out, Robbie! Thank you!
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Well done, Emily, all the best with your new book! Thanks for sharing this, Mae.
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Thanks Mark! 🙂
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So happy you dropped by to cheer on Emily. Thanks, Mark!
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Thank you, Emily! Downloaded the book and looking forward to reading! 🙂
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That is fabulous, Betsy. I know Emily will enjoy hearing that. Happy reading!
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Thank you!
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Wahoo! Yay! I hope you enjoy it!
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This book sounds amazing! I love the idea of the book, and the cover is stunning!
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So glad you dropped by to check it out, I thoroughly love that cover, too!
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Aw thank you so much 🙂
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Sounds like a harrowing journey ahead for poor Camilla! Love that cover ❤️
Best wishes Emily, and great post Mae 🤗
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Thanks for visiting to check it out, Jess!
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Thank you Jessica!
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