Inhale

Inhale is the entertaining fantasy novel that introduces the talents of Kendall Grey to the world.  It is my impression that she has written shorter works but this is the first full-length book which amazingly is part of a trilogy!  Despite the somewhat familiar use of beings called Elementals (Fyre, Waeter, Aer and Erthe), the author creatively melds an alternate reality called Dreaming with experiences in the real world (Realis).  The Elementals are "ancient creatures ... that thrive on hybrid elements created by humans...who are always hungry."

Engaging characters ensnare the reader on a breathless ride to free a trapped whale (I loved the repartee about inheritances while Zoe and Adriene struggle on the water) then drag one into the morass of emotions of Gavin and his daily fight to regain equilibrium both in his role as a musician and as a Sentinel.  The enigmatic aboriginal Sentinel known as Yileen provides clues and his own brand of assistance but the ongoing struggle will require the efforts of many to try to protect humans from the depredations of the Elementals.  Sizzling love scenes are intermingled with those that vividly conjure up the vast ocean and the fascinating cetaceans that travel through that medium.  A mysterious nemesis lurks in the background of the real world even as an overt attack is being orchestrated in Dreaming and Zoe will have to learn how to cope against both even as she strives to determine who her allies and enemies truly are.   A great start to the series introducing a talented author who is unselfishly donating her profits for Whale education.

The book is to be released in early May but you can read an excerpt to whet your appetite until then at this link.

My Amazon review is at this  link.   A 'yes, this was helpful' vote is always appreciated.


A copy of this title was provided to me by the author in exchange for an honest review.