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Released December 1st 2023
Samuri & Jewel
“The Forbidden Friendship”
Dystopian Youth Novel
One brave-hearted boy and one starry-eyed girl dare against all odds to be friends. But their friendship must be lived in whispers and shadows.
At a young age, Samuri discovers the spritely Jewel just beyond his yard. Though he knows nothing of friendship or the Township’s harsh laws against it, his heart knows he is to be her protector. They play secretly, in hushed voices, following strict boundaries. But, as they grow older, their mandatory tasks continually increase, leaving them less time for their taboo friendship. The ever-looming threat of the Township’s oppressive Laws of Loyalty finally separates them . . . at least until a series of mysterious discoveries, guided by some unseen force, change the course of their friendship—and their lives—forever.
Reader Reviews;
“I loved S & J as characters. They affirmed for me that God does speak in all these ways. I’m not making it up. Because if Kimily can write about it, she’s experienced it.”
– Amy Straley, author
“Adventurous, and mysterious, filled with humor and feeling. I couldn’t stop reading or smiling.”
-Addison 14
“When I got to the second half it got REALLY good. I was constantly wanting to Pick up the book again, cuz I’m done reading, but I’m not. I set timers for when I read. I’d pick up the book and I was really intrigued. It was cool the way you did that. I like it.”
-Xander 13
“Absolutely beautiful story. Really love it and don’t want it to end. Touches on a lot of deep things in my heart and in the world. And the way you show Jewel and Samuri’s friendship is beautiful. Thank you.”
– Elly 15
I feel like it is an all ages read, like A Wrinkle in Time, or the Chronicles of Narnia series. What an enjoyable escape from the everyday world.”
-Heidi
A Few of My Favorites
Menolly, of Half Circle Hold, wants to please her parents and honor their community, but she simply cannot stop the music in her from flowing out into every unguarded moment of her life. All hope of playing the pipes is taken from her until danger spurs her to climb a cliff to a rescue clutch of newly hatched fire lizards. I found the windy cliffs, music, and humble courage of Menolly’s life to be both intriguing and heartwarming.
Nat doesn’t know who she is or why she’s in Olaiya. This community in Territorial California seems pleasant enough, but the terrifying dreams she has every night tell a different story. A clean but intense dystopian YA novel. A beautiful take on relationships and tough decisions.
Epic battles between good and evil, fantastic creatures, betrayals, heroic deeds, and friendships won and lost all come together in this unforgettable world.
A classic for all ages.
I discovered this little gem in one of those roadside Book Houses. Since then I’ve bought three other copies for gifts. Travel along meeting all sorts of friends and seeing beautiful sights through new eyes. And let me know if you enjoy this all ages board book as much as I do!