July 02, 2018

Beneath the Lighthouse by Julieanne Lynch - GIVEAWAY!!

Tour June 25 - August 31, 2018

4.5 STARS

ABOUT THE BOOK -
SOME SECRETS ARE MADE TO BE UNCOVERED. Sixteen-year-old Jamie McGuiness’s sister is dead. Sinking into a deep depression, he frequents the lighthouse where her body was discovered, unaware of the sinister forces surrounding him. When an angry spirit latches onto Jamie, he’s led down a dark and twisted path, one that uncovers old family secrets, destroying everything Jamie ever believed in Caught between the world of the living and the vengeful dead, Jamie fights the pull of the other side. It’s up to Jamie to settle old scores or no one will rest in peace—but, first, he has to survive.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR -
Julieanne Lynch is an author of YA and Adult genre urban fantasy books. Julieanne was born in Northern Ireland, but spent much of her early life in London, United Kingdom, until her family relocated back to their roots.
Julieanne lives in Northern Ireland, with her husband and five children, where she is a full-time author. She studied English Literature and Creative Writing at The Open University, and considered journalism as a career path. Julieanne has several projects optioned for film.

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MY THOUGHTS -
If its ghosts, creepiness, and lots of fun you are looking for - look no further!
I love a good ghost story, no matter how unrealistic it is and this one is pretty unrealistic. Now if you don't believe in ghosts you are thinking "Hmmm they are all unrealistic." But I do believe in ghosts. I guess that's why I love ghosts stories so much. This one is definitely full of lots of action!

This is not just a story about ghosts though.. it is a story of a family that is torn apart by abuse. It is rather sad in spots. I love the way Jamie stands up to his father (the abuser) to protect his mom (and himself). He is a very brave young man! Some might wonder why the mom stood for being a doormat for so long. You wouldn't understand unless you have been abused yourself.

Very good character development, even the ghost! LOL She definitely had a very strong personality.

This kind of has a false ending. Just when you think it is over... whoa - something even creepier starts to happen. I thought that part was a little over done - but still very good and I don't think I would change it because the actual ending was very good indeed!

So this book is definitely for those that like creepy, scary, and lots of ghosts action!

Pool Rating - 4 - if you like scary creepy stories by the pool - go for it. But I think this is more of an inside read until dark kind of book.