Rounding Out a Series...

I'm thrilled to have her back again. Though it's a little bitter sweet as it's for the end of an amazing trilogy full of sexy superheroes. If you haven't checked them out yet, you most definitely should. It's a must! However I'm thrilled to have Starla back to share on Rounding Out a Series. (You can also read my quick thoughts on HEX, although it's pretty much go buy the trilogy! You'll want them. :D )

Please welcome Starla Huchton to the blog! (And, after you read this don't fret. Please don't. You will then need to go check out Starla's blog for more information: http://www.starlahuchton.com/super-six-the-grand-finale/)

On Rounding Out a Series...

So, I guess, for a writer, this is a really big deal. Evolution: HEX marks the third and final book in the Evolution series. I honestly didn’t realize exactly how final it would feel hitting publish. Typically, you would think the mixed bag of feelings that is a series finale would come the minute you write The End.

But that’s not really the case. You don’t say goodbye to those characters and that world when you write the last sentence. After that, you still get more time to read over all the words and fix all the things and close up any plot holes you can find... Basically, you’re granted a reprieve from bidding farewell to it. Editing and revising allows you a grace period to let it sink in. Truthfully, though, it doesn’t really feel like the end until you hit publish and send those words off into the world. They belong to other people then, and the author no longer has control over what happens. It’s scary, and you can’t help wondering if you didn’t miss something that’s going to ruin the whole thing or forget to correct some punctuation that will drive you crazy when you look back on it in a few months. The what-ifs can drive you insane if you let them, but sometimes you just have to take a deep breath and let go.

The Evolution series was written over the course of four months. It was a crazy fast ride, but so amazingly fun that I honestly wonder if I’ll ever have that kind of creative madness come over me again. I miss the thrill of telling Candace’s story. I miss the snarky conversations with Jackson and Gabe. I miss the brainstorming sessions with my Creative Sounding Boards as I gave them the books chapter by chapter and figured out where to go next. I want to go back and experience it all over again.

I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t jealous of the readers as they dive into the books for the first time. I want to be with them in their heads and feel them getting sucked into that world the way I did. At least, I hope that’s what happens.

But with all that anxiety about “did I get it right?” comes the satisfaction that I’ve finished a long task. I’m pretty confident in this series, and I think the last book provides good closure to the story arc. It’s been a wonderful journey with these characters, and I’ve loved learning about them and sharing them with everyone.

Something in me might not be quite ready to let go of the superheroes yet, however, and I think the future will hold more fantastic stories in this world.

Evolution: HEX

Author: S.A. Huchton

Series: The Evolution Series (#3)

Genre: Adult Superhero Romance

Release Date: July 6, 2014

Edition/Formats: eBook & Print

Synopsis:

A lie is a prison without bars.

A captive of the enemy, Candace is forced to confront mistakes and regrets from both sides of the battlefield, including her own. Nothing is simple, and lines in the sand that were once clear have become blurred and indistinguishable. Even the unlikely love she found teeters on the edge of uncertainty.

The truth is not always what it seems, and can be a prison of its own.

Alone, she must decide where she stands. Alone, she must decide who to trust.

When the smoke clears, what's left might not be much…

But it might be enough.

GIVEAWAY TIME!

Starla has an amazing giveaway running for you to enter.

Paperback copies of the entire Evolution series, 

a Captain America hat, 

an Avengers USB drive filled with eBooks (the entire Evolution series AND the Endure series), 

an Evolution: ANGEL mini-book necklace, 

Arch Nemesis Wanted necklace from Surlyramics, 

Captain America wristlet, 

a set of Avengers earrings, 

Models Own Sticky Fingers nail polish (black) with comic book decals, 

temporary tattoos, 

and superhero lip balm +pin sets

all in an X-Men tote bag

Domestic US addresses only due to cost of shipping.

a Rafflecopter giveaway

About Starla:

A geek of all trades, Starla Huchton has been crafting stories in various genres since 2007. Her first novel, The Dreamer’s Thread was released as a full cast audiobook podcast, becoming a double-nominee and finalist for the 2010 Parsec Awards. After releasing short fiction of steampunk, noir fantasy, and other varieties, she released the first three books of the Sci-Fi Romance Endure series in 2013. All three books of the Evolution series will be released in 2014, as well as a Steampunk Fantasy novel, Master of Myth (the Antigone’s Wrath series, book 1), which was the first place winner of the Crested Butte Writers’ contest, The Sandy, in 2012.

When not writing, Starla trains three Minions, a black lab, and a military husband whilst designing book covers for independent authors and publishers at Designed by Starla.

Find Starla:
Blog
Facebook Author Page
Twitter
Website

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Learn more about the series on the book tour at any of the following stops:

Evolution Angel 

Read Between The Lines July 7

Book Freak July 7 Review

Books with Leti Del Mar July 8 Interview

Crystal's Random Thoughts July 8 Review

Dowie's Place July 9 Guest Post & Review

Fabulous and Fun July 10 Guest Post (Jenny) & Review (Mike)

My World July 11 Guest Post 

Biblio Belles July 10 Guest Post & Review

A_TiffyFit's Reading Corner July 12  Review

Dante Eternal's Virtual Bookshelf  July 12 Guest Post

Once Upon a YA Book July 13 Guest Post

Author S.M Bysh July 13 Review

Evolution Sage 

Read Between The Lines  July 14

Books with Leti Del Mar July 15 Interview

Donnie Darko Girl July 15

​ Review​

My World July 16 Guest Post 

Crystal's Random Thoughts  July 16

​

 Review​

Dowie's Place July 17 Interview 

​& Review​

Book Freak July 17

​ Review​

A_TiffyFit's Reading Corner July 18 

​Review​

Biblio Belles July 18

​ Review​

Once Upon a YA Book July 19

​ Review​

Dante Eternal's Virtual Bookshelf  July 19 Guest Post 

Fabulous and Fun July 20 Interview 

​(Jenny) & Review (Mike​)

Author S.M Bysh July 20 

​ Review​

Evolution Hex

Read Between The Lines  July 21

Book Freak July 21

​ Review​

Books with Leti Del Mar July 22 Interview 

A Little Bit of R&R  July 22

​ Review (Gabby)​

Donnie Darko Girl July 23

​ Review​

My World July 23 Guest Post 

A_TiffyFit's Reading Corner July 24

​ Review​

Biblio Belles July 24 Interview 

​ & Review​

My World... in words and pages  July 24 Guest Post

​ ​

Dowie's Place July 25 Character Interview 

​& Review​

Once Upon a YA Book July 25 

​Review​

Crystal's Random Thoughts July 26

​ Review​

Dante Eternal's Virtual Bookshelf  July 26 Guest Post 

Fabulous and Fun July 27 Guest Post 

​(Jenny) 7 Review (Mike)​

Author S.M Bysh July 2

​7

 Review​

Paperbook Princess July 27

​ Review​

Book Review: Evolution: HEX

Evolution: HEX

By:  Starla Huchton

Publish Date:  July 6, 2014

Format:  eARC

Genre:  Science Fiction Romance - Superheroes!

Series:  2nd in Evolution series; 1st book ~ Evolution: ANGEL, 2nd book ~ Evolution: SAGE

Recommendation:  Seriously!?! You are here? You should have picked this up on release day, especially after SAGE's ending. GO GET IT! ALL OF THEM!!

Synopsis:
A lie is a prison without bars.

A captive of the enemy, Candace is forced to confront mistakes and regrets from both sides of the battlefield, including her own. Nothing is simple, and lines in the sand that were once clear have become blurred and indistinguishable. Even the unlikely love she found teeters on the edge of uncertainty.

The truth is not always what it seems, and can be a prison of its own.

Alone, she must decide where she stands. Alone, she must decide who to trust.

When the smoke clears, what's left might not be much…

But it might be enough.

Purchase At:
Amazon   /   Barnes & Nobles

**I beta read this book for the author.

My Thoughts and Summary:
I don't want to say to much and give away the ending of this AMAZING! trilogy. You have to read it to get the full effect and the answers.

Candace is on the other side of the fence now. She's seeing things that she was told about. But are they the way she was told they were? Candace is a strong willed and minded person. She experiences and then evaluates the way things are considering what she's being told. That's what makes Candace stand out for me. She's grown through the trilogy and sees things completely different than she did the day she stood at her mundane job stocking shelves wishing to be a superhero. There is a whole different world here that she's lived (living) through.

Heavens around, above, where ever! I loved this book. It ended the way it needed, and no you are not left with a cliffhanger ending or feeling sad. You'll like it. It is the conclusion to the trilogy. Yet I would love to see a future in this world. I think there could easily be a next generation. ;) But, that's another story.

We get all we loved from this series here - the action, the love, the mystery, and more as we get the ANSWERS! And an insider look at the world of superheroes, and the things they don't want you to know about.... Yes secrets. lol.

You need it, especially after the ending of SAGE. You'll love it. On that note, I'm leaving you. Now, go get it! What are you still here for? Go!

EXCLUSIVE Cover Reveal: Evolution: HEX & SPECIAL NEWS!

Where do I start? I think all of my followers here, Twitter, and everywhere I go know how much I love this series. So when Starla asked me if I would like to do an EXCLUSIVE cover reveal for the third book of the trilogy. O.O Like she had to ASK!

So, I'm hoping ALL OF YOU have started this trilogy. IT'S SEXY SUPERHEROES! What is there NOT to love!?!?

*straighten wrinkles out of shirt and pants* Sorry. I'm calm now.

So, if you enjoy Romance and Action and an Amazing Story, you need this trilogy. Yes. I'm standing behind this one full force.

Today we are here to see the cover of the third book of the trilogy. Are you ready?

OH! Make sure you scroll to the end! There is a HUGE SURPRISE!

No, your eyes are not deceiving you. I know you scrolled there already. YES! THE PRINT VERSION IS FOR SALE!!! Only the print version at this time as the official release date is July 6th.

Now, lets get to it.

Drum roll, please.....

Evolution: HEX

Evolution series #3

By:  Starla Huchton

Due Out:  July 6, 2014

Description:
"A lie is a prison without bars.

A captive of the enemy, Candace is forced to confront mistakes and regrets from both sides of the battlefield, including her own. Nothing is simple, and lines in the sand that were once clear have become blurred and indistinguishable. Even the unlikely love she found teeters on the edge of uncertainty.

The truth is not always what it seems, and can be a prison of its own.

Alone, she must decide where she stands. Alone, she must decide who to trust.

When the smoke clears, what's left might not be much…

But it might be enough.”



Want to see the full layout, front and back? Sure you do...

*sigh* Starla takes this series to new levels with each book. I've been astounded by it each time.

The complete set:

Author Bio:
A geek of all trades, Starla Huchton has been crafting stories in various genres since 2007. Her first novel, The Dreamer’s Thread was released as a full cast audiobook podcast, becoming a double-nominee and finalist for the 2010 Parsec Awards. After releasing short fiction of steampunk, noir fantasy, and other varieties, she released the first three books of the Sci-Fi Romance Endure series in 2013. All three books of the Evolution series will be released in 2014, as well as a Steampunk Fantasy novel, Master of Myth (the Antigone’s Wrath series, book 1), which was the first place winner of the Crested Butte Writers’ contest, The Sandy, in 2012. Shadows on Snow, a gender-flipped retelling of Snow White, will also be releasing in November of 2014.

When not writing, Starla trains three Minions, a black lab, and a military husband whilst designing book covers for independent authors and publishers at Designed By Starla.

Find Starla:
Website:  http://www.starlahuchton.com
Twitter:  https://twitter.com/riznphnx
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/pages/Starla-Huchton-Author-Page/255657227797465

Evolution: HEX on Goodreads.

Pick up the Books Now:


No, your eyes are not lying to you. Yes, HEX is AVAILABLE for Purchase. It's only the print version at this time, as official release date is July 6, 2014. The ebooks will be out around then. So pick up all the prints! :D

Book Review: Evolution: SAGE

Evolution: SAGE

By:  Starla Huchton

Publish Date:  May 6, 2014

Format:  eARC

Genre:  Science Fiction Romance - Superheroes!

Series:  2nd in Evolution series; 1st book ~ Evolution: ANGEL

Recommendation:  WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?!? Maybe the third book to come out. You love romance? Suprheroes? YOU NEED THESE!

Synopsis:
Devastated by her choices, Candace Bristol is on the brink of losing it all: her mind, her hope, everything she thought she was.

But from the ruins rises new purpose. An enemy has emerged and it will take everything to combat this new threat. Broken as she is, picking up the pieces and carrying on might be the hardest battle to win, but it's either fight, or lose what little she has left.

Amongst the wreckage, hope still burns. The flicker of a flame kindles something within her she thought was dead.

Love can break you.

So, too, can it bring you back to life.

Purchase At:
Amazon   /   Barnes & Nobles

**I beta read this book for the author.

My Thoughts and Summary:
Candace is empty, of tears and more. She feels hollow inside after what happened in Evolution: ANGEL, what she had to do. Her friends and colleagues have been staying with her, trying to break through her sadness. Then Jackson s finally roped into staying with her. His harsh words hit home. Coming around Candace is assigned the wayward member of her team, to train and hone his skills. What Candace fins in him is not what she expected but maybe is what she needs.

The beginning tugged at my heart strings, seeing Candace this way. Remembering with her what we've lost. She did right and she is right. But there was more there with him too. I know Candace is strong and determined, she will pull through although changed and a bit wiser to the ways of the supers' world. With Candace in this state, I start to wonder what the higher ups do with super "heroes" in the condition, or worse, that don't pull out of it.

Everything at the compound goes on as usual. Training continues and grows with each superheroes powers. Candace learns new ways to use her power and control of water. She becomes more powerful as water is everywhere, even the human body. Some of her team are now scared of her. Candace must prove she's worthy, to herself and others.

We get to go on a ride-along out on a field call. Candace sees the seriousness and danger of field missions first hand. We get a view of an 'unstable' super. Now we start to wonder where they come from.

Candace is struggling to find her equilibrium. She is trying to see the way of the supers in the world. How do can they perform their jobs, which comes to killing, while saving innocents. She struggles with morel questions in her mind. And with doing so, we see a whole other side, an opposite to the ANGEL project, out there.

*fan girl time*
Jackson? Jackson! There is more to this firey man than we could have imagined. Oh is there more... *sigh* I was falling for him and his antics in ANGEL, now. I LOVE him! LOL. I love his fire and snark with Candace. These two banter back and forth with the best of them. Yet there this a growing relationship. Jackson is strong and one to need a strong counterpart. Candace fits that to the T.

I'm impressed with Starla's ability to take me from enjoying and falling for Jackson as a hot snarky man and his quick clips to absolutely loving him and feeling he's perfect for the role he slips into. Wow.

I am in love. This series is something new and refreshing with superheroes in action. It is a romance read, but one that is different than any other and at the top of my must have list. We get all elements with Starla at the pen; romance, action, and a depth to a story that we didn't see coming. The end will have you starving for the third and final Evolution book.

It's Available!!

Many of you know my love for this series. If not, where have you been!?! LOL!

Superheroes and sexy. LOOOOVE!

I'm thrilled to share that TODAY the second of the trilogy is available for you to purchase.

Title: Evolution: Sage
Author: S.A. Huchton
Series: The Evolution Series (#2)
Genre: Adult Superhero Romance
Publisher: Self Published
Release Date: May 6
Edition/Formats: eBook & Print

Blurb/Synopsis:
"Devastated by her choices, Candace Bristol is on the brink of losing it all: her mind, her hope, everything she thought she was.

But from the ruins rises new purpose. An enemy has emerged and it will take everything to combat this new threat. Broken as she is, picking up the pieces and carrying on might be the hardest battle to win, but it's either fight, or lose what little she has left.

Amongst the wreckage, hope still burns. The flicker of a flame kindles something within her she thought was dead.

Love can break you.

So, too, can it bring you back to life."

About Starla:

A geek of all trades, Starla Huchton has been crafting stories in various genres since 2007. Her first novel, The Dreamer’s Thread was released as a full cast audiobook podcast, becoming a double-nominee and finalist for the 2010 Parsec Awards. After releasing short fiction of steampunk, noir fantasy, and other varieties, she released the first three books of the Sci-Fi Romance Endure series in 2013. All three books of the Evolution series will be released in 2014, as well as a Steampunk Fantasy novel, Master of Myth (the Antigone’s Wrath series, book 1), which was the first place winner of the Crested Butte Writers’ contest, The Sandy, in 2012.

When not writing, Starla trains three Minions, a black lab, and a military husband whilst designing book covers for independent authors and publishers at Designed by Starla.

Places to find Starla:

Blog

Facebook Author Page

Twitter

Website

Places to find Evolution: Sage:

Amazon

Goodreads

Also pick up the first story in Evolution series:
Amazon:  Evolution: ANGEL

Cover Reveal! Evolution: SAGE

If you've been around, you've heard me gushing over this series for a time now. Probably read my love filled review. Seen the teasers of the first book. Read the Prologue. And on and on I've gone.

Well, I'm going to do more gushing. ;) It's time to share the second books cover with you!

Evolution: SAGE

Evolution #2

By:  S.A. Huchton

Due Out:  May 6, 2014

Genre:  New Adult Superhero Romance

Description:

Devastated by her choices, Candace Bristol is on the brink of losing it all: her mind, her hope, everything she thought she was.

But from the ruins rises new purpose. An enemy has emerged and it will take everything to combat this new threat. Broken as she is, picking up the pieces and carrying on might be the hardest battle to win, but it's either fight, or lose what little she has left.

Amongst the wreckage, hope still burns. The flicker of a flame kindles something within her she thought was dead.

Love can break you.

So, too, can it bring you back to life.

Seriously!?!! Oh goodness. So love these superheroes. I can't get enough of them! I do hope you take the time to check these out. Sooo worth it. :D

We have a few lovely teasers:

Okay, how about a sneak peek?

Excerpt:
Welcome home.

The emotions overwhelmed her as she slipped into the pool, sinking to the bottom.

Home.

Belonging.

Acceptance.

Comfort.

Candace didn’t know if she deserved to feel any of this, but there was no arguing with her connection to the water. It didn’t care about her mistakes. She had been missed.

She swam, moving back and forth through the water, soaking up more and more of the solitude and unexpected peace. Closing her eyes and floating, she turned inward, pushing past all of the hurt, all of the guilt, all of the loss, and drifted in a sea of calm. In the back of her mind, she knew this relief was only temporary. Eventually she would have to return to her other existence, the one where everyone wanted— expected— things from her.

Where she expected things from herself.

Jackson was right, of course. As much as she hated to admit it, his words were the slap in the face she needed. Once again, Candace was in his debt.

She frowned. There was a strange back and forth between them, an ever-shifting imbalance of helping one another. Funny, considering he was such a jerk otherwise. If he were consistently nice, maybe it wouldn’t sit with her so uncomfortably. As he ran more cold than hot with her, she never knew where she stood or what to expect. It was frustrating. Jackson Lawrence was not easily categorized or pinned down. Honestly, she couldn’t say with any amount of certainty whether or not she detested Jackson or kind of liked him, although the thought of liking someone as unlikable as him disturbed her on multiple levels. Did she have that much self-loathing that she’d attempt to spend more time with him?

She shivered. No. Definitely not. She more or less hated herself, but wasn’t about to hang around people who made her feel worse.

She took a breath and dove backwards, under the surface again. Life was too complicated. This was simpler. Maybe she could hole up here and no one would notice.

Swimming to the far end, she emerged at the side of the pool to catch her breath.

A crowd of people waited for her. She stared back at seven shocked faces.

“What?”

Jackson shook loose from the grasp of two armed soldiers. “Satisfied? She’s fine. Can I go now?”

“You’re still in trouble, Jackson. Shut the hell up.” True stepped to the edge and crouched down. “You scared us, sugar. What are you doing here?”

“Um… swimming?” Candace said. “Sorry. I didn’t know I wasn’t allowed.”

True shook her head and grinned. “Didn’t you hear the alarms? We’ve been looking for you for thirty minutes. Why didn’t you tell someone?”

Candace shot Jackson a sidelong look. “There was no one to tell.”

Amir Jones rubbed his face and sighed. “Yeah, we noticed.”

Dina was silent, but shifted nervously. Hector was also quiet, but looked more pissed than nervous.

“You all right, Candy Cane?” True asked. “If you want some company, I can suit up and—“

“No!” Candace interrupted. “God, no. Sorry, True, but all I really want is some peace and quiet without people constantly talking to me. No, I’m not okay. I probably never will be. But, holy hell, if I have to deal with one more day of everyone treating me like a broken doll I might actually consider drowning myself just to avoid it.”

True grimaced. “You know we’re all trying to help you, right?”

She sighed. “I know, I know. But, seriously. I can’t think with everyone hovering like this. I just… I can’t. I appreciate what you guys tried to do. Really.” She pushed back from the side, treading water. “No one else can fix me, True. I’ll figure it out.”

She dove under again, blocking out everything but her connection to the water. The next time she came up for air, they were gone.

~~~~~~~~~~

If you haven't checked out Evolution: ANGEL, get to it. You can find teasers, read the prologue, or even stop by my loving review.

Evolution: ANGEL
Description:

Candace Bristol has always been obsessed with comic books, but in a world where the nightly news often mirrors these inked stories, her dreams of becoming a real superhero could actually come true. After being rescued by members of the government’s AdvaNced Genetic EvoLution (ANGEL) Project four years ago, getting recruited for this elite team is all she's wanted.

Now 18, she's finally reached her goal after years of study and physical training, but little could have prepared her for life as a genetic experiment. As though coming to terms with her new ability to manipulate water isn't tough enough, she never expected to be swept off her feet by one of her fellow recruits. 

With genetic alteration, the threat of physical and mental instability hangs over every superhero like a shadow. When one of their own tumbles over the edge of madness, Candace will have to choose between protecting the world, and saving the one who holds her heart.

Pick Up at Amazon:


Author Bio:
A geek of all trades, Starla Huchton has been crafting stories in various genres since 2007. Her first novel, THE DREAMER'S THREAD was released as a full cast audiobook podcast, becoming a double-nominee and finalist for the 2010 Parsec Awards. After releasing short fiction of steampunk, noir fantasy, and other varieties, she released the first three books of the Sci-Fi Romance ENDURE series in 2013. All three books of the EVOLUTION series will be released in 2014, as well as a Steampunk Fantasy novel, MASTER OF MYTH (the Antigone's Wrath series, book 1), which was the first place winner of the Crested Butte Writers' contest, The Sandy, in 2012.

When not writing, Starla trains three Minions, a black lab, and a military husband whilst designing book covers for independent authors and publishers at designedbystarla.com.

Author Links:
Author blog: http://www.starlahuchton.com
Author Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Starla-Huchton-Author-Page/255657227797465
Twitter: http://twitter.com/riznphnx

Book Review: Evolution: ANGEL, Giveaway, & Character Interview with Candace

Tour for Evolution: ANGEL by S.A. Huchton

Evolution: ANGEL

By:  S.A. Huchton

Publish Date:  March 6, 2014

Format:  eARC, 221pg

Genre:  Fantasy, Romance, Superheroes

Series:  1st book in Evolution series

Recommendation:  Oh my, heavens YES! So much in one place.

Synopsis:
Candace Bristol has always been obsessed with comic books, but in a world where the nightly news often mirrors these inked stories, her dreams of becoming a real superhero could actually come true. After being rescued by members of the government’s AdvaNced Genetic EvoLution (ANGEL) Project four years ago, getting recruited for this elite team is all she's wanted.

Now 18, she's finally reached her goal after years of study and physical training, but little could have prepared her for life as a genetic experiment. As though coming to terms with her new ability to manipulate water isn't tough enough, she never expected to be swept off her feet by one of her fellow recruits.

With genetic alteration, the threat of physical and mental instability hangs over every superhero like a shadow. When one of their own tumbles over the edge of madness, Candace will have to choose between protecting the world, and saving the one who holds her heart.

First Sentence:
She jumped, trying to see over the crowd in front of her.

Purchase At:
Amazon (Print) or (eBook)  /  Barnes & Nobles 

**I beta read this book and offered to review it.

My Thoughts and Summary:
Candace has loved the superheroes since she first heard of, let alone saw, them four years ago. She was a comic fan from before they even came up with a way to make superheroes. She wanted nothing more than to be one. She had the genetics, daughter to a twin. When Candace finally gets her letter she can't wait to become an ANGEL and do some good in the world. However, Candace never expected the side effects of the treatments...ramped up hormones. Candace pairs with one boy, a kind young man who sweeps her off her feet with reading to her. Yet, being a superhero isn't easy, when you have to make the tough decisions for the better of many.

Even the second time through this book I was riveted with the story. Learning with Candace about her powers, each step of the way as the stakes grow with responsibility with a power this strong. Water. Who would have thought water ability could be this strong and powerful? Then the romance! Sexy superheroes! Ga! You don't get them this way. Super sexy men and woman.

Fast action, humor, story, and love! All in one place!

So much love for these characters! Candace is a strong girl. Strong morals and trying to be a good person in life along with a great superhero. I love Candace's relationship with her cousin Gabe. They are close, almost like brother and sister, and make me laugh. Aaah, then we have Adrian. Oh goodness, he loves books and reads to Candace. *sigh* Then we have my favorite, so kick me I'm a bad boy junkie with books, Jackson. Oh I love him and the tension and teasing he brings to the table.

We go through the process of becoming a superhero with Candace. We feel the pain and much more through the words S.A. Huchton weaves together for us. Huchton takes superheroes to a new level, sexy and awesome. So many great elements all weaved together here in one place. The training and learning of her ability. Each time Candace uses her ability she ups the ante and stakes with the responsibility and control she needs to maintain.

This story feels as it has a little bit of X-men and superheroes we love weaved with many more elements in Candace's story creating a smexy tale as well.

In the end we start to see the ANGEL project isn't completely perfect as Candace had seen it when on the outside. There are little things here that lead us to question 'what if?'. And what of Candace? Now what? You will want more after this one. Huchton has added a bonus short at the end as well. One that will give you a little something to think on for the future. Maybe? ;)

This creation was exactly what I wanted in a Superhero Romance.

Love superheroes? Love quick action? Love Romance? YOU GOTTA READ THIS ONE!!!

~~~~~~~~~~~~

Character Interview, with Candace:

I've been verbal about my love for this book, Evolution: ANGEL. I know. I can't help it.

I was given the opportunity to interview Candace, BEFORE she became a superhero. That's right! I was there way back in the beginning and I get to share that with you today. I hope you get a little insight to this amazing girl and maybe...just maybe an idea of what's to come for you.

My interview with Candace...


M:  Hello *looks over papers* Candace. Welcome to your entrance interview. *looks up and smiles* Thank you for applying and congratulations for coming this far in the testing.

You are from …. I don’t recognize the name of the town, although the ANGELs have been to many cities it can be hard to remember all the names. Is this a small town?

Candace:  It would take you approximately 30 seconds to drive the length of Hospers, Iowa, so, yes. Very small.

M:  How do you feel about leaving a small town where all are close and like family?

Candace:  Well, I wouldn’t say we’re all close like family, but we do know plenty about one another. Becoming a part of the ANGEL Project is something I’ve wanted for a very long time, so I don’t have any hesitation in leaving. I’ve always wanted something bigger than what the town I grew up in could ever give me.

M:  Looking at your test results, you have excellent skills. Impressive. Why become a superhero and not go straight to college?

Candace:  While college is a fallback plan for me, I’d much rather be doing something meaningful with myself and having a greater, immediate impact on the world. There’s no other job I’d rather have than being a superhero.

M:  *nods* What do you feel are your strengths?

Candace:  My dedication and willingness to work hard are probably my biggest strengths. I don’t give up on the things I want, but I try to keep the greater good in mind when pursuing my goals.

M:  *writes notes* What do you feel is your weakness?

Candace:  Well, I’m probably more stubborn than is good for me, but that doesn’t mean I won’t ever admit I’m wrong. Okay, maybe sometimes it means that, but not always.

M:  *chuckle* Okay. Do you have any fears? Claustrophobia, heights, etc.

Candace:  My greatest fear is failure. I hate letting other people down.

M:  Any genetic disorders or diseases in your family history you are aware of?

Candace:  None that I’m aware of, no.

M:  *check marks paper* Good to hear. Have you had training in self-defense?

Candace:  Part of my own physical training has included some kickboxing, but nothing formal. My cousin taught me how to throw a punch and mean it, but that’s about it.

M:  What talent do you think you can bring to being a superhero? I’m not talking about super strength or an ability you will get, if you should pass, but what do you think you can add to a team?

Candace:  I like to draw on the strengths of everyone around me to get the job done. Everyone has a useful skill, and I’m pretty good at figuring out what those are and the best way to use them.

M:  Interesting answer, Candace. Next, if you were in a situation where you had to choose between helping an innocent civilian or one of your team, who would you rush to help?

Candace:  *wince* Well, that’s a pretty horrible choice, but, ultimately I would probably go with the civilian. ANGELs know when they sign up what could potentially happen, and while I don’t think they would want to die, they understood the risk going in. An innocent civilian didn’t make the choice to be in the situation, so I would do what I could to help them first if I had to choose.

M:  *nods head* I see a note here that you are related to Gabriel… How close is your relationship with Gabe?

Candace:  Gabe and I are cousins, but we grew up together and are probably closer than some siblings are. He’s always been more of a big brother to me, and a best friend when he wasn’t irritating the heck out of me.

M:  There is a chance, should you pass all the tests, that you could be on assignment with your cousin. Will having a close relative in the compound be a distraction or hindrance to the job at hand when out in the field on assignment?

Candace:  Gabe and I prepared for the ANGEL Project together, and developed a good working relationship because of that. We’re pretty familiar with each other’s limits, strengths, and weaknesses, so working with him on the same team would be an easy transition for me.

M:  The procedure to become a superhero is a long and stressful process. Each person deals with it in their own way. If you happen to notice one of your co-ANGELs-in-training struggling with the transition, would you to help comfort them or move on to let another tend to them. Even to help bring it to the doctors’ attention.

Candace:  I don’t like to wait for someone else to step in and do something, so I’d probably see if there was anything I could do for them first. I mean, I am trying to be a superhero, so that’s sort of in the job description. If there wasn’t anything I could do, I’d immediately try to find someone who could help.

M:  Thank you, Candace. Please, take the door on the right. Oh, and Candace, *grinning* I look forward to talking to you again.


I hope you enjoyed the interview and are curious to meet Candace in her process of becoming a superhero and being one.
Evolution: Angel
By: S.A. Huchton
Candace Bristol has always been obsessed with comic books, but in a world where the nightly news often mirrors these inked stories, her dreams of becoming a real superhero could actually come true. After being rescued by members of the government’s AdvaNced Genetic EvoLution (ANGEL) Project four years ago, getting recruited for this elite team is all she's wanted.

Now 18, she's finally reached her goal after years of study and physical training, but little could have prepared her for life as a genetic experiment. As though coming to terms with her new ability to manipulate water isn't tough enough, she never expected to be swept off her feet by one of her fellow recruits.

With genetic alteration, the threat of physical and mental instability hangs over every superhero like a shadow. When one of their own tumbles over the edge of madness, Candace will have to choose between protecting the world, and saving the one who holds her heart.

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A geek of all trades, Starla Huchton has been crafting stories in various genres since 2007. Her first novel, THE DREAMER'S THREAD was released as a full cast audiobook podcast, becoming a double-nominee and finalist for the 2010 Parsec Awards. After releasing short fiction of steampunk, noir fantasy, and other varieties, she released the first three books of the Sci-Fi Romance ENDURE series in 2013. All three books of the EVOLUTION series will be released in 2014, as well as a Steampunk Fantasy novel, MASTER OF MYTH (the Antigone's Wrath series, book 1), which was the first place winner of the Crested Butte Writers' contest, The Sandy, in 2012.

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