Review: Wonderful Debut Novel!
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 07 14, 2013
I've said it before but I'll say it again, I have been so surprised by the variety and talent of the various authors that have emailed us regarding reviewing their books! I try my hardest to get to as many of them as I can, especially debut novels. Jennifer and Trinity are always getting on to me with putting to much pressure on myself but you would be amazed at the number of outstanding debut authors I have had the privilege to read and even meet/talk to since we first started in February."Choices of Fate" is definitely one of those undiscovered gems. The debut novel from S. Simone Chavous has everything you can want - romance, secrets, angst, action, death and more! An unassuming novel with a paranormal twist, "Choices of Fate" is the first book in Chavous' Fate series.Alexa is a twenty something woman, who has separated herself from most people due to her unique ability to read people's minds. She grew up in a foster home, believing her parents had died before she turned 3. You learn more about her family and what lead to her trust fund and more throughout the book.When Alexa, out with friends from work, meets a handsome stranger, her entire life is turned upside down. Ethan is like no one she has ever met. First, she can't hear his thoughts and secondly she is so drawn to him, trusting him, wanting him and giving him everything she has within 24 hours of meeting him.  From Ethan's POV, his feelings are the same way. When one night of passion takes a different turn, Ethan leaves and unbeknown to Alexa, she winds up getting pregnant that Evan told her that wasn't possible.Chloe is an amazing child with some interesting talents. When she begins to go through a terrible time, Alexa seeks out a doctor who supposedly works with children having issues. After running both of their blood work, Dr. Kline calls Alexa, bringing her into the office late at night where she is one again confronted with Ethan and the decisions they have made.I don't want to tell any more or I will be giving away the book. Needless to say, there is a chain of events set into motion the minute Alexa and Ethan created a child. These changes will impact the world. Ethan and Alexa will come to learn more about each other and their child. Prophesies will be fulfilled and others will be amended.If you love a different kind of paranormal and looking for a light but emotionally exciting read, definitely check this one out. You will love have Simone jumps from Alexa's POV to Ethans. You really feel like you are getting the full story.