Published: Nov. 16, 2012
Words: 117,873 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9780988251014

Short description

Discover #1 Bestselling novel, Evan Burl and the Falling My father abandoned me when I was an infant. My friends have turned against me. My uncle beats me. The most powerful people in the world want me dead. They all have one thing in common. They think I'm turning into a monster. I'm starting to worry they're right.

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Discover #1 Bestselling novel, Evan Burl and the Falling

My father abandoned me when I was an infant.
My friends have turned against me.
My uncle beats me. (Read more) Discover #1 Bestselling novel, Evan Burl and the Falling

My father abandoned me when I was an infant.
My friends have turned against me.
My uncle beats me.
The most powerful people in the world want me dead.
They all have one thing in common.
They think I'm turning into a monster.

I'm starting to worry they're right.

Praise for Evan Burl and the Falling:

"Evan Burl and The Falling is the beginning of the most imaginative series since Harry Potter. I dare say it is the best fantasy book I've ever read. Justin Blaney writes such descriptive scenes you will imagine them on the movie screen or as paintings in a museum. Oh, and if you think you've got it figured out, guess again."
Mitsy, review on GoodReads

"I want more! It just isn't right that's over. Evan Burl is every bit as good as the top YA fiction out there right now, in my opinion, better. The characters are brilliant, each story line is captivating, the content is complex and unpredictable, and I am intrigued to read more." — Bethany Canfield

“I’ll never view a clear, blue sky the same! This book took ahold of my imagination and guided me through the forgotten hallways and secret rooms I’ve always dreamed of finding. A fantastic story about the burden of knowing one’s destiny, and desperately trying to avoid it.” — Eric Nienaber

“Wickedly complex villains so entertaining and terrifying they’ll get under your skin and never let go. Evan Burl’s world will fascinate you, creep you out and leave you begging for more.” — Mary Weber

“This eerie world and amazing cast of characters grabbed my heart from the first page and never let go. I can honestly say I would do anything to get an advance copy of Evan Burl’s next chapter.” — Natalie Medina

“I’m hooked. So many threads of greatness, I can’t wait to see how the series ends.” — Annie Biondi

“Justin Blaney creates a wonderful world of intrigue, mischief, and magic that comes alive through vivid storytelling. This is a struggle of good and evil at its finest ... it will have your mind on edge as you race to the end.” — Kari Skinner

“I read Evan Burl and the Falling when I was supposed to be working on my homework. That should speak for itself, it was a fantastic distraction from reality.” — Jessie Crowther

“Rich, believable characters set in a captivating storyline that made me constantly anxious about what would come next. This story of hope and redemption will have you rooting for Evan to find the good within himself.” — Marisa Loper

"This book will take you on a fantastic odyssey that immerses your senses with riveting action … you will see, hear, smell and feel Evan's dangerous journey of self-discovery, constantly in fear that something could rise up out of the ground beneath your chair and pull you into this strange world." — Hilary Hansen
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Tags

thriller, horror, suspense, mystery, fantasy, young adult, science fiction, leviathan, harry potter, ya, goliath, hunger games, insurgent, divergent, cinder

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Review by: Brenda Ayala on May 03, 2013 :
At first when I finished Evan Burl and the Falling I was outraged. How could the author possibly end the novel like that? It didn't explain anything!! There was no resolution with where they end up, and I was infuriated. It wasn't until I found out that there's going to be a second one that the fire was diminished. Now, I'm satisfied with the ending.

The synopsis given is extremely vague, as is the term "monster". The entire time, we are expecting Evan to transform into this animalistic creature that will be the end of everyone, including those he loves. Which is true, to an extent. We learn this when we see through Pearl's, Henri's and Claire's eyes. They see a visceral thing trying to break free from the confines of Evan's psyche. It's a curious manifestation, and proved to be very interesting.

However, we find that this "monster" that Evan was cracked up to be never really rears his head the way we expect it to. Instead, Anastasia turns out to be the little devil. Her point of view was a strange twist. I thought it was considerably unnerving that there was no conscience on her part; no recognition of what she was truly doing. It was also a bit scary that she didn't realize that all the animals she thought were alive really weren't, as was the case with the rat and the kitten. Very creepy, and very well done.

I actually predicted Anastasia's role in this. It seemed obvious from the beginning that she would be the antagonist in some form or another, which proved to be true. I don't think I'm ruining anything by saying that. However, there are still several bits of the plot that I'm puzzling over. I'm not totally sure what the deal was that Henri made with Mazol, not completely anyway. I'll probably go back and read those parts again. I'm not sure why the fallings were all in chests, although I have a feelings it has something to do with keeping them safe, and also delivering chests. I'm not sure who stabbed Claire's and Anastasia's father.

I'll have to contemplate it for a while. It is definitely an interesting and unusual work, and I have to say I enjoyed it. It's definitely an exciting, action-packed read that I would recommend.
(review of free book)

Review by: S. A. Merk on May 03, 2013 :
While I agree, this is a great story told by someone who knows how to tell stories, I feel that we do our fellow readers a disservice by equating the stories we like to well known movies or novels.
The next Harry? I doubt it.
But not because the story doesn't warrant such praise. It does. I just think there are so many unique qualities to the imagery and the characters, that it deserves to stand on its own. I'm sure the other reviewer meant only to praise this novel, I just had to throw my 2cents in. I mean no offense, so please don't take my response the wrong way.
It is a pet peeve of mine, which sets up an author to try to live up to the many different expectations of the vast array of readers out there as each tries to measure this story against their interpretation of another.
Sure, I can see this doing well turned into a movie; I can see this turning into a series loved by fans. But, my fellow readers, since you can get this for free (for now anyway) - don't take my word for it. Read it. You won't be disappointed.

PS don't take the 4 star rating as something less than great. In order for me to award a 5, it needs to be perfect. Few have met that criterion.
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Review by: Paul Battle on Dec. 12, 2012 :
Absolutely one the best stories of this gendre. Evan Burl will be the next Harry Potter!! This is a must read for those who love fantasy and magic. I am looking forward to the continuation of Evan's adventures to come. Justin Blaney has built himself a wonderful character and surrounded him with a world full of potentially continuing story lines. Five stars for this book!!!
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Review by: C.J. Schmidt on Nov. 21, 2012 :
Fantastic story! I can't wait to find out what happens next! Thanks for the free read!
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