The story revolves around Eren and Aiden. Before I tell you why, let me tell you a bit more about the book and the storyline. Don't hesitate to pick this one up!Ĭan I start by saying that I love the name ‘Spruce Knoll’? At first I thought that it was just weird! A place called Spruce Knoll! But by the end of the book - I love it. All in all, The Secret of Spruce Knoll is a wonderful debut that is incredibly original and deeply entertaining. I also wish we would have seen more of their powers in play although there are still a few good spurts of it here and there. I do have a small wonder of why Eren's true intentions towards the bad guys weren't being felt by them - since they're supposed to be able to feel emotions.

The pacing is perfect with action spread throughout, along with great characterization and world building. She has written a story with a ton of excitement and plenty of twists. Heather doesn't go easy on the plot either. Along with Aiden and Eren there is an abundance of secondary characters that all have a significance in the story and are all likeable - even the villains are fun to hate.

They go through a lot of distress that keeps us on our toes. The pace it evolves in feels steady, natural and is full of passion. Some reviewers have mentioned insta-love, but honestly I didn't find it so. I really enjoyed the way the romance in this book was formulated. But with no negative intentions he's all sweets and good looks. We also have Aiden who is a charmer like no other. I really admired how she dealt with it all, and how strong she was through it. The death of both her parents, living in a new town where no one accepts her, and top that off with finding out about these weird powers - that can't be easy! But Eren goes through it with her head held high and she really made me love her completely. Eren is a wonderful example of what it takes to overcome tough obstacles in life. Eren doesn't know the reason behind this behavior, but once she finds out about her being a channeller, she soon uncovers why she will never really fit in with these people.

Shortly after opening it's pages, I was introduced to the town of Spruce Knoll - Erin's new hometown - where people are acting peculiar and not very accepting. I can now say that The Secret of Spruce Knoll is a wonderfully written paranormal novel that is completely original and full of wonder, love and loss. When I read this synopsis of this novel that talks of “channelers” and their fates being tied to the world, I wasn't really sure what to expect, and if I would really get it.

Channeler's Choice by Heather McCorkle