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The Guardians' Daughter (The Stalwarth Chronicles Book 1) Kindle Edition

by A.M. McPherson (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 44 ratings
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In a world full of superhuman abilities, not all dream of being a hero.

Ember’s life is turned upside down the day villains brutally murder her parents. No one comes to their aid, including their comrades—the other Guardians. She loses her trust in the supposed heroes and vows to never follow in her parents’ footsteps.

A dark secret looms in Aiden’s past and he aspires to become a Guardian as a way to cope. At university, he meets Ember, and an undeniable spark ignites between them. But Aiden wrestles with his developing feelings for her, and as they grow closer, unexpected dangers threaten their bond, including his secret.

Aiden struggles to open up about his past to Ember, since it would reveal a troubling link to her parents’ murders, and Ember finds herself questioning everything she believes to be true about Guardians. Not only could Aiden’s secret tear them apart, but it may also lay the foundation for the Guardians’ undoing …

A.M. McPherson breaks onto the literary scene with a coming-of-age story full of romance, suspense, and mystery. Fans of Renegades and My Hero Academia will enjoy this fresh take on a superhero world.

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    The Stalwarth Chronicles
  2. Print length
    341 pages
  3. Language
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  5. Publication date
    September 21, 2021
  6. Reading age
    16 - 18 years
  7. File size
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0971NJ3VG
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ (September 21, 2021)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 21, 2021
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1605 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • X-Ray ‏ : ‎ Not Enabled
  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 341 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 44 ratings

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A.M. McPherson

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A.M. took writing classes at Kent State University before graduating with her Associate of Arts degree. Writing was originally a tool in helping her overcome her postpartum depression, but quickly became a new found passion. She hopes to inspire others to follow their dreams no matter what.

She has been a lover of superhuman stories for over twenty years and also loves Ghost Adventures, Unsolved Mysteries and anything supernatural. When she isn’t writing, she enjoys hiking with her husband and little dude.

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
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What a great debut novel!Ember Vulterra stays hidden in the shadows and pushes everyone she once loved aside. Then everything changes when she enrolls in college and attempts to step out of her parent’s footsteps. But the past is hard to bury and secrets surface that turn her world upside down.This duet superhero romance is filled with mystery, suspense, and intrigue. I love the characters! Especially Stella and Billy because of their love and devotion to their friends. I love that we get to witness the characters grow physically, mentally, through their powers, and their friendships. But there are a lot of characters to remember throughout the book and I found myself back tracking to recall who they were and what their abilities were.Although in the beginning it was slow moving the overall pace of the novel was good. I found some of the descriptions were too long and I was skimming to get to the main idea. Some of the dialogue was confusing because in-between was a description and I forgot what the dialogue said before it x).What really stood out to me was the combat scenes! They are written very well.The heat level for this romance is 2/5, there is some kissing, tension, and touching but I wanted more LOL. But overall I felt all the feels and look forward to the next book in the series!
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Jen
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it!
Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2023
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For an indie author, this book was really good. She has amazing details like you’re watching it play out rather than reading it. Her characters and plot are creative. This story sucked me in quickly. I cannot wait for the rest of the series.
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D. M. Sonntag
4.0 out of 5 stars A solid start to a superhero series
Reviewed in the United States on July 21, 2022
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What a unique setting! While the super-powered went to school to train, they were college kids taking classes like students in our ordinary-hero world. In fact, it was unusual NOT to have powers in McPherson’s world, which I loved! There are too many stories where the powered people are in hiding because the world is afraid. The author creates a great society where if you can fly, why wouldn’t you have a job at the airport? While I understand this book was focused on the college, I do hope this unique society is expanded a bit more in the next novel.

The main characters were strong and had great development throughout the story. Ember went from a fiery, pessimistic recluse to a blazing, passionate hero who let her walls down. Aiden was a focus-driven fighter who shifted his drive to what mattered more and what it meant to be a Guardian. As always, I loved the side characters. Stella and Billy were incredible and supportive friends; every hero needs a sidekick.

For a book titled after the daughter of two Guardians, I felt like there were slightly more Aiden chapters, though I didn’t actually count so I could be wrong. However, I was surprised when Aiden got a POV at all. It’s not that I didn’t enjoy him, but because of the title, I thought we would be in Ember’s head the whole time and not know Aiden’s secret forbidding them from being together. Instead we’re told immediately in the prologue. While my expectations were subverted, McPherson gave another way to tell a story.

Overall, it was a sweet and clean superhero romance. Book 2 please come soon, I need to know what’s going on with the (spoilers)!

Side Note #1: When I started to write this review, I realized that the majority of my superhero consumption has been through movies, yet the majority of superheroes started as comics so I’m glad more books like this are on the rise.

Side Note #2: I hate mold. If I were a Guardian, Black Mold would absolutely be my arch nemesis.

Side Note #3: Yes, Lime did steal my heart like he stole chicken nuggets.
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Nick
5.0 out of 5 stars Fire lady go brrrrrt
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2022
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A.M. has created an incredible world full of both unique abilities and relatable characters. The book follows two great protagonists, Ember, a powerful female lead who is learning to trust others and that she CAN be her own person, and Aiden, the strong yet sensitive male character who shows us that mental health is just as important as physical capabilities. More focused on the romance and the characters than the action, this was a great debut novel to introduce us to the main cast and ease us into a world that feels familiar and yet drastically different to our own. While the plot follows Ember and Aiden, they are supported by friends who are just as unique in their personalities and abilities. The way A.M. portrays and tackles the challenges of mental health is very well done. It's not a taboo subject and the characters understand and support each other along the way, adding to the development and growth for everyone involved. A nice easy read that has me yearning for more!
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I. Williams
5.0 out of 5 stars When is book 2 coming!!???
Reviewed in the United States on February 20, 2022
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I love The Guardians' Daughter, easy, enjoyable read. The characters are creative and relatable. This book pulls you in and its hard to put it down. I particularly enjoyed the details. A.M. describes the settings so well that Stalworth is a real place in my imagination. Twist turns and romance. Mental health issues and trust are underling themes, and the characters true super abilitiy it to work through those issues. Looking forward to the next book!
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Lindsey
5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book! Fun and Easy Read!
Reviewed in the United States on October 27, 2021
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I really loved this book! It has all the things I’m currently obsessed with! Superhero’s, complicated love, and interesting characters. Really a fun and easy read. You won’t regret buying this book. Can’t wait for the next one!
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LiveLaughRead
4.0 out of 5 stars Can Love Conquer All?
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2021
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What a great debut novel!

Ember Vulterra stays hidden in the shadows and pushes everyone she once loved aside. Then everything changes when she enrolls in college and attempts to step out of her parent’s footsteps. But the past is hard to bury and secrets surface that turn her world upside down.

This duet superhero romance is filled with mystery, suspense, and intrigue. I love the characters! Especially Stella and Billy because of their love and devotion to their friends. I love that we get to witness the characters grow physically, mentally, through their powers, and their friendships. But there are a lot of characters to remember throughout the book and I found myself back tracking to recall who they were and what their abilities were.

Although in the beginning it was slow moving the overall pace of the novel was good. I found some of the descriptions were too long and I was skimming to get to the main idea. Some of the dialogue was confusing because in-between was a description and I forgot what the dialogue said before it x).

What really stood out to me was the combat scenes! They are written very well.
The heat level for this romance is 2/5, there is some kissing, tension, and touching but I wanted more LOL. But overall I felt all the feels and look forward to the next book in the series!
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LiveLaughRead
4.0 out of 5 stars Can Love Conquer All?
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2021
What a great debut novel!

Ember Vulterra stays hidden in the shadows and pushes everyone she once loved aside. Then everything changes when she enrolls in college and attempts to step out of her parent’s footsteps. But the past is hard to bury and secrets surface that turn her world upside down.

This duet superhero romance is filled with mystery, suspense, and intrigue. I love the characters! Especially Stella and Billy because of their love and devotion to their friends. I love that we get to witness the characters grow physically, mentally, through their powers, and their friendships. But there are a lot of characters to remember throughout the book and I found myself back tracking to recall who they were and what their abilities were.

Although in the beginning it was slow moving the overall pace of the novel was good. I found some of the descriptions were too long and I was skimming to get to the main idea. Some of the dialogue was confusing because in-between was a description and I forgot what the dialogue said before it x).

What really stood out to me was the combat scenes! They are written very well.
The heat level for this romance is 2/5, there is some kissing, tension, and touching but I wanted more LOL. But overall I felt all the feels and look forward to the next book in the series!
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brandi easterling
5.0 out of 5 stars I cannot wait for book 2!!!!
Reviewed in the United States on March 24, 2022
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What an amazing debut from A.M.. she captured everything I love in a good story. It’s definitely one that will suck you in and make you feel like you’re right there with Ember and Aiden. I couldn’t put it down. I strongly recommend giving this a read. I can’t wait for book 2 to come out. I expect great things to keep coming from A.M.
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KS 18
5.0 out of 5 stars Great book for YA readers
Reviewed in the United States on September 23, 2023
My daughter (13) recently read this book and really enjoyed it. She felt the characters were very relatable and she liked their unique superpowers. She’s hoping to read more from this author, and it’s great to find a genre of books she really enjoys.
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Lynda Allison
5.0 out of 5 stars Supportive Friendships
Reviewed in Canada on October 9, 2022
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The Guardian’s Daughter, by A.M. McPherson is book 1 in the Stalwarth Chronicles with book 2, The Guardians’ Secret in the works. Told in alternating points of view, one of Ember, the other of Aiden, this superhero love story jumps right into the action when Ember’s superhero parents are murdered. Grief weights heavy on Ember and Aiden is guilt laden and conflicted about his new relationship with Ember because as a child he witnessed her parents’ murders and was unable to help.

One aspect I particularly enjoyed in the story are the friendships Ember and Aiden form. Though these co-protagonists both buried emotions that are resurfacing and each of them has a friend, someone who listens, guides and supports. These relationships are crucial to Ember and Aiden’s healing and ability to move forward personally and in their relationship.

The author does a good job of setting up the chronicles as the Guardians train to take on formidable foes known as the cursed. The foreshadowing and unanswered questions, make me want to read on to find out what happens. A recommended read.
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James Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars A great superhero romance story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 4, 2023
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I finally got around to reading this from my TBR pile, and I was so glad I did.

The book is split into two POVs which gives it a fresh way to drive the story forward. All of the characters were great (I love Lime, he needs his own short story/novella!) and the author did a fantastic job building them up and making them realistic (which is hard in a superhero genre).

A great start to the series, and I look forward to reading the next one!
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