The Urban Boys
Title: DISCOVERY OF THE FIVE SENSES (The Urban Boys #1)
Author: K.N. Smith
Pub. Date: September 29, 2015
Publisher: Two Petals Publishing
Formats: Paperback, eBook
Pages: 341
Find it: Goodreads, Books2read (all retailer links here)
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"A captivating and poetic tale of mystery, fantasy, and reality tied together by action!" 5-stars, Lars Jackson, Amazon Customer
A suspenseful incident in a forbidden preserve heightens the senses of five friends. Sight, sound, touch, taste, and smell become super-gifts that forever change the world. But furious battles confront the boys as they try to understand their sensory super powers in a race to save mankind. With light beings and mysterious strangers complicating their plight, can the boys defeat the evil Druth before it’s too late? Get prepared for the twisting and grinding of this award-winning, action-adventure story — an edge-of-your-seat narrative for young and mature readers alike.
Reviews:
"Brilliantly crafted and written!" - Megan King, Indie Book Reviewers
"An energetic adventure debut with stellar action sequences. Smith's writing is intelligent and often lyrical. Her exuberant prose never fails to dazzle." - Kirkus Media
"Author K.N. Smith uses her mastery of the written word to weave an entrancing, yet powerful tale of adventure that keeps you turning pages in an unquenchable desire to find out what happens next." - Publishers Daily Reviews
"Well written and very creative, 'Discovery of the Five Senses' is an absolute must-read for fans of novels such as Percy Jackson, Harry Potter, etc." - Anabella Johnson, Indie Book Reviewers
"K.N. Smith has an incredible way with words; her descriptions are vivid; you see what the characters are seeing, you feel what they are feeling; you feel like you are there." - Cody Brighton, Indie Book Reviewers
"A wonderful and deeply written emotional adventure." - Self Publishing Review
"K.N. Smith's articulate word imagery is all that is needed to transport readers to a mysterious world. Make the time to connect with this piece of literary prowess. You will not regret it." - V. McDermott, Educator, English Teachers Association of Queensland, Australia
My Review - 3.5/5 stars
This was a super unique YA paranormal book. I find the five senses so intriguing especially as elevated human abilities. There was also a sort of surprise mystery going on in the background that raised the stakes and introduced danger. At times the POV changes could get confusing but I like when there's multi-POV and each of the characters were interesting in their own way.
About K.N. Smith:
K.N. Smith, winner of the “Best of” in the category of “Outstanding Young Adult Novel” at the
Jessie Redmon Fauset Book Awards, is an author and passionate advocate of literacy and arts
programs throughout the world. Her lyrical flair sweeps across pages that twist and grind
through action-adventure and urban fantasy in edge-of-your-seat narratives. K.N. has over
twenty-five years’ experience in communications and creative design as an award-winning
consultant. Reading is still her foremost hobby. K.N. inspires people of all ages to reach their
highest potential in their creative, educational, and life pursuits. Visit K.N. Smith at
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Discovery of the Five Senses sounds like an awesome book for my granddaughter to enjoy! Thanks for sharing it with me!
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Have a marvelous weekend!
Sounds like a page-turner for YA readers!
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