The Much-Anticipated YA Book, BLACK LYON, Is A Thrilling Yet Heartfelt Summer Read
Jul 18, 2023
Over the past decade, books and movies have depicted a teenager’s life in various ways. Often riddled with obstacles and awkwardness, there is never a shortage of excitement.
From Netflix to novels, we’ve seen many glossy dramatic Young Adult stories that pull at your heartstrings and whisk you through the good, the bad, and the ugly. Most tread carefully and get through this change-filled time with real heart, humor, and sensitivity. Some unrealistically glorify the experience, while others dive into the thick of the trauma that leaves scars behind. But no matter where the character falls on the spectrum of teenage hierarchy, we know each will struggle with the consequences of their actions because, ultimately, a majority of teens learn the hard way.
BLACK LYON is no different. A thrilling yet heartfelt read from beginning to end, this realistic California teen drama is a coming-of-age story about a girl from Boston introduced to the elitist rave scene while trying to find her footing in a new school filled with privileged Bel Air teens. YA readers will share her incredible experiences as she deals with the triumphs and pain of peer pressure, love, loss, and friendship while trying to navigate with a moral compass-something that is easier said than done.
Book Description:
California reigns supreme when it comes to billionaire families. L.A.’s teenage elites live in a world far beyond the scope of most. Amidst the land of sunny beaches, palm trees, and Hollywood stars, this small, tight-knit group of heirs rarely welcomes outsiders. But when they meet Abi Acardi, some go against that social norm and make an exception.
Anxious about rebuilding her life on the West Coast, she braces for the worst, not knowing what to expect. Venturing beyond the gates of her Bel Air home, she does her best to blend – a monumental task since her father enrolled her in the exclusive Gilderson School. A far cry from Boston, Abi believes finding common ground with anyone there will be challenging.
A brunette standing out in a sea of blondes, pressured to fit in, it doesn’t take long to immerse in everyone’s extravagant lifestyle. Desperate to stay grounded and not let it go to her head, Abi’s intriguing presence creates a wave of social upheaval that attracts the most popular guy in school.
Drama abounds when she naively follows the crowd and downloads the Black Lyon App. Hoping to score a ticket to the famous D.J.’s Saturday Night Rave, the humble girl wonders whether she is worthy enough to make the cut. But when that experience spawns a series of conflicts that cloud Abi’s judgment, will her friends be waiting in the wings to help, or will the famous D.J. be hiding in the shadows, ready to save her?
This captivating, sweet romance checks all the boxes. Those fortunate enough to access the ARC (Advanced Reader Copy) were obsessed. They loved the main character, Abi Acardi, and said her unique spark immediately drew them in. Intermixed with rivalry and suspense while driving the mysterious plot chapter for chapter, the story addresses tough subjects tastefully. With no shortage of butterflies, some readers gravitated toward one specific love interest, while a few felt torn. Fascinating, relatable, and emotion-filled, it will have you binge-reading.
This Summer, discover the world of Black Lyon. Will you ship Abi with Shane even though she is more compatible with Burton? Or will you venture to the dark side and add DJ Black Lyon to the mix?
The first book in The Abi Acardi Series, BLACK LYON, is available worldwide on JULY 21st, 2023, through Amazon, Indigo, Barnes & Noble, Booktopia, and more. Watch for Book Two, DARK DEMON, in the Spring of 2024.
Author, E.A.Stark, leads an intentionally quiet life and spends most of her time writing when she is not juggling the lives of her three older children and their little Italian greyhound. She is the author of ESCAPING WHITSUNDAY (Women’s Fiction/Action/Adventure/Romance), THE ORB’S GIFT FROM HEAVEN (Women’s Fiction/ Supernatural/Romance), and CHRISTMAS IN CARLING (Holiday/Romance). Visit EAStarkBooks.com for more information.
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