Title: Ivory And Bone
Author: Julie Eshbaugh
Release Date: June 14th 2016
Publisher: HarperTeen
Genre: Fantasy, Historical Fiction, Romance, Young Adult
I received a review copy courtesy of the author/publisher. This does not affect my opinion or views regarding the book whatsoever.
A prehistoric fantasy—with allusions to Pride and Prejudice.
Hunting, gathering, and keeping his family safe—that’s the life seventeen-year-old Kol knows. Then bold, enigmatic Mya arrives from the south with her family, and Kol is captivated. He wants her to like and trust him, but any hopes of impressing her are ruined when he makes a careless—and nearly grave—mistake. However, there’s something more to Mya’s cool disdain…a history wrought with loss that comes to light when another clan arrives. With them is Lo, an enemy from Mya’s past who Mya swears has ulterior motives.
As Kol gets to know Lo, tensions between Mya and Lo escalate until violence erupts. Faced with shattering losses, Kol is forced to question every person he’s trusted. One thing is for sure: this was a war that Mya or Lo—Kol doesn’t know which—had been planning all along.
MY THOUGHTS
Unbelievable…….. Bravo, Julie Eshbaugh bravo!
This book was beyond my expectations. I thought I knew what I was in for. But my GOD, this was Unbelievable……..and NOT what I was expecting at all.
Julie Eshbaugh’s writing is elegant, detailed and fascinating. From the beginning of this story I was engaged. One of my favorite elements from Ivory And Bone by Julie Eshbaugh was how it felt as if this story was written for me. It felt like, I come across an old letter. It was really fascinating. It’s something, I NEVER have seen or even heard of and I really LOVED IT!!!
My experience with this novel wasn’t one that I was immediately engaged. Not that, that’s bad at all. It was more of a slow-burning simmering kind of story. You really have to be into it and be devoted and “NOT” give up. I know a lot of you will probably say it’s too slow or where’s the action or even the romance? Trust ME…. Ivory and Bone is well worth your time. Everything will happen in time, just not as you expect. This is not a fast pace get into action novel. Take the time and read Julie Eshbaugh’s debut novel. I promise you, you will love it. The world built in Ivory and Bone is fascinating. Julie Eshbaugh writing, will make you feel as if you’re the one running in the grass fields. The one haunting for your next meal and perhaps even falling in love.*wink*
To me this book was “EVERYTHING” I love this time period and the wildlife, so this novel, was just what I needed. Especial since winter has come to an end and I’m dying to explore more of Adirondacks Mountains in NY during the summer days.
If you love strong, independent and intelligent characters, look no further because Ivory and Bone has all that and more. This novel was very unique and I am sure that I will be recommending Ivory and Bone by Julie Eshbaugh to anyone that loves reading.
As you can tell this book was everything to me and so I’m giveaway a Copy to one of my lucky readers…. So please don’t forget to enter below. Thank you for stopping by and good luck.
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About the author
Julie Eshbaugh used to have trouble staying in one spot, having lived in places as varied as Utah, France, and New York City. She eventually returned home to the Philadelphia area, where she now lives in the house she grew up in with her husband and son. Early on, Julie focused her artistic energies on filmmaking and online video. She made two short films and spent several years producing a web series for teens that became an early YouTube hit and received several honors from the Webby Awards. Julie’s debut young adult novel, Ivory and Bone, will be published by HarperTeen in 2016.
Julie is a member of the group writing blog Pub(lishing) Crawl, where she posts regularly. You can also add Julie on Goodreads, and follow her on Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest, and Facebook.
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I love the write up on this – it really brings to light how the prehistoric life must have been like. It very much reminds me of the writings by Jean M. Auel all of which I loved and I think this book will be just as reader engaging
It really did bring it to light. I felt like I was there at that moment in time. It was beautiful and a must read for anyone. Thank you for stopping by the blog and good luck xoxo
This sounds really interesting. I don’t think I’ve read a book set in prehistory in oh… twenty years… and that one was a an anti-nuclear war YA novel. I’m definitely adding this to my list.
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It’s very interesting and absolutely engrossed with magic. Definitely give it a try. Thank you for stopping by the blog and good luck xoxo
I would love to win because the plot sounds fantastic and unlike anything I’ve ever read before. Also the cover is beautiful and the author seems lovely 🙂
Thank you for the giveaway!
Oh, yes, Julie Eshbaugh is extremely wonderful. Ivory and Bone was fantastic and it’s definitely something you hadn’t read recently. Thank you for stopping by the blog and good luck xoxo
Your review makes me want to read this book. I love excellent writing and would love to soak in this author’s words for myself. I can’t wait!!
I hope you get a chance to read it. It was beyond amazing. Thank you for stopping by the blog and good luck xoxo
i want to win as the blurb intrigues me
Thank you for entering and good luck.
This was not even on my radar but your review is amazing and made me so curious to read it! Thank you!
I’m so glad it’s on your radar now. 🙂 It’s such a great read and I encourage you to read it asap. Thank you for entering the giveaway and good luck. xoxo
I’m so, SO excited for this book. I read the Prologue and the first chapter in the exclusive excerpts Buzz Books of 2016 and I thought it was wonderful. It just sucked me right in and I wanted to read more. When something can suck you in with the 1st chapter I think it’s a winner. If that hadn’t already dragged me in your review would have swayed me. Plus that gorgeous cover and summary has me all kinds of happy. Thank you for the most amazing chance. I will be definitely be entering everyday. Sorry ahead of time for the spam. 😉
AHHH I’m SO happy you enjoyed the first chapter. It IS a wonderful book. It sucked me right in as well and you are right. When a book sucks you in from the beginning, it’s definitely worth your wild! 🙂 Thanks for entering Red. Good luck xoxo
I am curious about the title.
Thank you so much for entering and good luck.
I read an excerpt of Ivory and Bone last week and I was immediately hooked! I’m so happy it wasn’t misleading, I can’t wait to read the entire thing now!
It was utterly fascinating. Hope you get to read it. Good luck sweetie xoxo
Because it seems like a very interesting read 😀
That is is 🙂 good luck xoxo
This book sounds so incredible! I’ve never read anything similar. And the fact that it’s set in prehistoric times sounds utterly fascinating. I’d love to win the book to see how the author envisioned the world in the prehistoric era, as well as get introduced to a new author. Thank you for highlighting this book! And for the giveaway!
It was utterly fascinating!!! I can’t wait for everyone to read this amazing book. You’re welcome I always giveaway my FAVORITE BOOKS. Good luck 🙂 xoxo
Ivory and Bone looks absolutely fascinating. Thanks for the post and the giveaway!
No problem, thank you for stopping by and good luck xoxo
Ahhh! I absolutely cannot wait to read this incredible book! BTW, excellent review!
Omg! Victoria! YES! you must give it a try. It was just wonderful. Good luck hun xoxo
Someone mentioned that the love interest was akin to Darcy SO I NEED. And I just always love a good book. 🙂
Yes it has 🙂 which made the book that much better 🙂 Good luck Valerie xoxo
I love the cover! The story sounds great. Thank you for the chance!!
No problem at all. Good luck xoxo
I’d love to read. It’s something different dangerous and exciting! Thanks for the chance
Yes, it is definitely different but amazing!! Good luck.
I have heard so many good things and your review makes it sound like this book is everything!
Yes, yes!! It was everything to me. I hope it will affect you as much as it did me 🙂
I really want to enter because of the prehistory element – I’m a huge fan of books like The Land of Painted Caves by Jean M. Auel, and I’m glad to see a YA book set in this time period.
I am glad YA is finally talking about prehistory!! It’s been a long time come. I hope you love it as much as I did xoxo
I would love to win Ivory and Bone by Julie Eshbaugh to support this literary author. Her works are incredible and are highly anticipated by readers and bloggers.
Thank you for your supporting this author and her work. Good luck to you and thank you for stopping by xoxo
I’ve heard many great things about it and I love the cover!
Isn’t it pretty? I hope you love it as much I did. Thanks for stopping by xoxo
I need this book! I’ve had it on my TBR since before it had a cover. And speaking of covers, that cover is gorgeous! Also, your review? Yes, please! Thanks for the chance!
Haha 🙂 I love your excitement!! And YES, that cover is gorgeous!!!! Also, thank you so much for your kind words xoxo
I loooove Pride and Prejudice, and seeing as though it has some reference to it, I am really intrigued to read this book! Plus you gave it such a great review I can’t wait to read it more!
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Thank you for your kind words Meyan xoxo
I wonder if I love it just as much?
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“No two persons ever read the same book.”
― Edmund Wilson
But, I at least hope you love it as much as I if not more 🙂
I can’t wait to read this book! The cover and description are mind blowing! I feel the need to congratulate the author for thinking of something new and fresh for YA. I hope this book is a success for me as it was for you!
Yes, I hope it is. I know not 2 ppl read the same book. But I am praying that it does. Because to me, this book was beautiful and everyone should read it 🙂
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This book just sounds so amazing that I want to read it so bad! Thanks for the giveaway!
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It looks like a most captivating read. And I would like to win it so I can read it sooner. Rather than later. I want to see how things turn out. Know what’s happening.
I can’t wait to read this book! It has a really intriguing story and a swoon worthy cover. Thank you for this giveaway!
Well I can’t wait to read this book! I have been hearing so much about this book and I feel like this book is different and fresh in the YA world! It would be a bonus to win it as well, thank you for the opportunity 🙂
This seems like something I’d really enjoy and I’ve never read anything prehistoric before so I’m interested
I have wanted to read it for a very long time! The cover is amazing and it sounds so interesting!
I would love to win because the plot sounds really intriguing and the cover looks fantastic. Additionally, I love to discover new authors and books, so I’m really looking forward to reading it. Thanks for the chance!
I have been wanting to read this one because I have not read a pre-historic YA book before and it sounds so interesting! Great review. 🙂
IVORY AND BONE looks absolutely amazing! I adore PRIDE AND PREJUDICE and having a fantasy twist seems definitely super interesting! I’m excited to read it! 🙂
I would love to win ’cause I’ve never read prehistoric fantasy and summary is really intriguing. But most of all, because of your review – it sounds amazing!
Thanks for the giveaway! 🙂
I’d love to read it because of all the great praise and prehistoric fantasy is very unique. As a fantasy fan, there’s no way I can pass it up.
Because the cover is amazing and the story line is intriguing!
I have had my eye on this for months, and the unique POV I heard it has really intrigues me!
I love the cover and it sounds so interesting!
I’ve been hearing great things and your review is so GLOWING that I feel I need to read this ASAP 🙂
I don’t think I’ve ever read a novel set in prehistory, maybe those Clan of the Cave Bear series books but definitely no prehistoric YA. I’m quite excited about it!