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message 1: by Elí (new)

Elí Freysson (eli_freysson) My second English-language novel is ready for publication. I just need a blurb, and I consider writing one just about my biggest weakness as a novelist. After several tries, here is my latest version. I try to focus on the protagonist, and keep things quick and interesting,

I will appreciate ANY comments on it. Just saying "It looks okay" is in itself useful. Here goes:

Young Katja has survived her first skirmish in the Silent War, finally getting to satisfy her inborn warrior nature. But now she has had a taste of adventure and grows restless for another one as her mentor Serdra continues her training in combat and their mystical gifts.

Katja‘s wish for further action is granted when a mysterious night-time clash sets a terrible demon loose in the world of mankind. Katja and her mentor travel to investigate and destroy the monster, as their nature demands.

Between stalking and being stalked by shadowy foes, Katja‘s ability to stand on her own is truly put to the test. So is her excitement, as the true point of the conflict they have walked into becomes clear. A truly terrible threat to the world lies at the centre of it, and Katja’s greatest battle yet awaits.


message 2: by Terry (new)

Terry Irving | 6 comments It's not bad. The first thing is that the first paragraph reads awkwardly and feels like it's all squished together, which can turn off a reader. Think of how you can make it flow more smoothly. Maybe something like "But now she has had a taste of adventure and grows restless as she's forced to continue her training with her mentor Serdra."

Second, what do you mean by her excitement is tested? Her ability to stand on her own being tested makes sense, but what does her excitement mean? Her hastiness? Her care-free nature?

Otherwise, it's a good blurb.


message 3: by K. (new)

K. Kidd | 49 comments Hi Eli,

I like the changes that Terry suggested. I had the same question...Katja's excitement over what? All in all, it's a very good blurb. Nice job.


message 4: by Elí (new)

Elí Freysson (eli_freysson) What I meant about Katja's excitement is that her excitement at seeing action again takes a back seat once it becomes clear how severe the stakes are.

Several people have commented on this, so I guess I need to make some kind of change.


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