Books with author Whelan

"A lonely teen discovers a secret wormhole to a distant planet—and a distant boy who steals her heart—in this young-adult sci-fi romance." - Kirkus ReviewsCAN LOVE MEND A HEART FULL OF HATRED?Small town girl, Molly Bennett, moves to Los Angeles where she becomes an outsider while attending Beverly Hills High School. It seems life cannot be any more dreadful. Then one day after school, something magical happens. On a secluded hike in the Hollywood Hills, Molly chases her disobedient mutt and only friend into a hidden cavern. She stumbles upon a strange glimmering gateway that transports her to Arkana, a planet that is the cradle of an advanced human race. There, teenagers navigate amazing flying vehicles, compete in perilous games for glory, and possess supernatural powers. While Molly tries to wrap her mind around this unbelievable discovery, she meets the alluring and mysterious Victor Sorren. He is a Sentinel Apprentice, whose hatred toward people from Earth is beyond understanding. Yet every time Victor unpredictably saves Molly’s life, his heart draws closer to hers, no matter how much he tries to fight against it. It further complicates things that their growing friendship is strictly forbidden. Earth people are prohibited in Arkana, yet Molly continues to cross through the portal to Arkana to see Victor. Torn between their double lives, they go down a dangerous path, from where there is no return and multiple endings.Would you fight to be with the one you truly love? What cost would you be willing to sacrifice for that love?Fields of Elysium is a suspenseful romantic tale full of forbidden secrets, danger, deception, and the never-ending fight for true love.PRAISE FOR FIELDS OF ELYSIUM"The novel's take on otherworldly travel is a compelling one,and the romantic plot will likely appeal to Twilight fans."--Kirkus Reviews "I expected a good love story with a paranormal twist.I got so much more. I think you should take the chance and read it. Let thisbook take you on the adventure, fall in love."--Young Adult and Teen Readers "Fields of Elysium is an enchanted reading adventurethat left me longing for a World that doesn't exist. Oh, why can't it be real!?"--What's Beyond Forks "Fields of Elysium is a fabulous read .. . Whelan paints her faith into the fabric of her story with deft, light brush strokes, making her work accessible to all, no matter their spiritual beliefs or background."--Readers Favorite (starred review) "This book was thoughtful, yet exciting. I LOVED the descriptive style of author AB Whelan."--Clean Teen Reads "Fields of Elysium is captivating in its unique sci-fi paranormal story combining love, hate, and the ability for forgiveness."--Insane About Books "Fields of Elysium is one of those books that completely takes you by surprise with how involved and wrapped up in it you become. I never expected to love this as much as I did nor to become so engrossed in the story that I would have to sit down and read it all in one sitting simply because I had to know how it all played out."--My Guilty Obsession (Winner of the Book of the Week Award)

THE COMPLETE SERIES and BONUS PREQUEL NOVELLA (about Victor Sorren's journeys and inner struggles that made him a Byronic hero of the series.)From Amazon best-selling writer A.B. Whelan comes an epic adventure of courage, survival, devotion, and love portrayed through the eyes of star-crossed lovers who are more than meets the eye. It’s a coming-of-age, sci-fi fantasy tale of superhumans, shapeshifters, and mighty warriors set in a detailed and richly imagined world. Small town girl, Molly Bennett, moves to Los Angeles where she becomes an outsider while attending Beverly Hills High School. It seems life cannot be any more dreadful. Then one day after school, something magical happens. On a secluded hike in the Hollywood Hills, Molly chases her disobedient mutt and only friend into a hidden cavern. She stumbles upon a strange glimmering gateway that transports her to Arkana—a planet that is the cradle of an advanced human race. In this magical world, people navigate amazing flying vehicles, compete in dangerous games for glory, and possess supernatural powers. While Molly tries to wrap her mind around this incredible discovery, she meets the alluring and mysterious Victor Sorren. He is a Sentinel Apprentice, whose hatred toward people from Earth is beyond understanding. Yet every time Victor unpredictably saves Molly’s life, his heart draws closer to hers, no matter how much he tries to fight against it. It further complicates things that their growing friendship is strictly forbidden. Earth people are prohibited in Arkana, yet Molly continues to cross through the portal to Arkana to see Victor. Torn between their double lives, they go down a dangerous path, from where there is no return and multiple endings.

“A.B Whelan’s world building and storytelling is remarkable. A very well deserved 5 STARS” —Ellen Wookey, Addicted to Novels “This novel exceeded my expectations, and proved that the series just continues to get better. … Valley of Darkness is interesting, beautifully written, and altogether a wonderful addition to the series.” —The YA Lit Chick “Once again, AB Whelan captivates me with her storytelling. I loved this book. Actually, I love this whole story.”—Clean Teen Reads “A sci-fi YA novel you will not be able to stop reading."—Larry Gray’s Reviews“There were a lot of emotional scenes in this that really affected me… and I found myself really empathizing with the characters at times.”—Ink of Blood“This book did a great job on successfully painting images of the scenery, stimulating the five senses, and communicating the sheer emotion of the book….Five stars again. Congratulations on another fine book A.B. Whelan.” —David Torres, author of Restricted Renegade “Awww, I hate crying over books, but that is what I did with this book. …I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. I finished it so fast, I just couldn't stop, and before I knew it, the book was over. Thumbs up to this awesome book, no thumbs up to this awesome series.”—Fire and Ice Book Reviews “I can't tell you enough how amazing the world is that the author has created. I want to GO there! Just see it with my own eyes! The creativity is just... there are no words. Love it….Whelan's writing flowed seemingly effortless and things just clicked for me.” —Kayla’s PlaceValley of Darkness is a young adult science-fiction/fantasy. The second book of the Fields of Elysium series. What if we were not alone in the universe?What if your boyfriend were a supernatural alien?What if you had to choose between two worlds?After months of amazing adventures and secrecy, Molly and Victor find peace in each other’s arms. Adam’s memory has been erased. The secret of the Arkanians is safe. Life couldn’t be more perfect.But Molly is robbed of her short-lived happiness when a devastating tragedy strikes her family, shattering her entire existence. Faced with a terrifying future, she feels that there is nothing left for her on Earth but an insensitive aunt and her little brother, while Arkana promises a place where she might find happiness and purpose again. Victor tries to convince Molly to move to his village in Arkana, where they can live together in secret. But Molly refuses to live in the shadows. She wants to be a Sentinel and join the fight against the Terrakas. But getting into the Academy requires more than a pretty face. This eBook has been updated. Now it contains the entire second installment part one and part two (approx. 430 pages) of the Fields of Elysium saga for the same price. Thank you for following Molly and Victor's adventures. Books in the series: Fields of ElysiumValley of Darkness City of ShameSafe and Sound—Victor's story (prequel novella)

THE EPIC CONCLUSION TO WHELAN’S BELOVED SERIES. A passionate and compelling story of love, friendship, and honor filled with unexpected turnings, mystery, intrigue, and romance to delight fantasy lovers in all ages. In the aftermath of the Great War, Molly Bennett embarks on a journey across war-torn lands to find her beloved Victor. Arkana has been destroyed, and danger lurks in the shadows. Molly must learn to rely on the help of her friends, new and old, along the road to survive. Victor Sorren is grieving from the loss of his beloved Molly. As he confronts his demons, he falls deeper into the abyss. Yet, the Prophet hasn’t given up hope on seeing his grandson succeed him on the throne, but Victor has no interest in ruling Arkana. Weston Jenkins sole drive is to rebuild his family’s empire to its former glory. He leads the Tirus Heathens gang, gaining wealth by selling contraband and gambling on the imprisoned superhumans who are forced to fight each other in the Arena. In a time of great uncertainty, the hunger for power leads outlaws, superhumans, villains, and innocents into one final battle that will forever decide the fate of Arkana. From Amazon best-selling writer A.B. Whelan comes an epic adventure of courage, survival, devotion, and love portrayed through the eyes of star-crossed lovers who are more than meets the eye. It’s a coming-of-age, sci-fi, fantasy tale of superhumans, shapeshifters, and mighty warriors set in a detailed and richly imagined world.

In the next installment of the Field of Elysium series, Molly must face new challenges without Victor by her side. She meets new friends and foes as she embarks on a dangerous journey inside enemy territory. Told from the dual perspective of Molly and Victor, the story will take you on a breathtaking ride. PART ONEWhen life gives you no choice other than to be strong or perish, you soon learn who you really are.Since discovering the wormhole that connects Earth to Arkana, Molly Bennett faced joy and pain, love and death, excitement and danger unlike anybody else she knew. But her biggest challenge is about to begin. She is inside the force field, lost in Terraka City with people she doesn’t know. Life is more dangerous under Taronno’s tyranny than she and her Arkanian friends anticipated. Time is running out, and she must figure out whom to trust, how to stay safe, and how to get back to her beloved Victor.Victor Sorren’s life changed the moment Molly showed up on Arkana. His love for her came easy, but admitting it to her took every bit of courage he had. Obstacles always threatened to tear them apart, but together they overcame all of them. Now, Molly is gone, and Victor doesn’t know how to deal with his worry and loneliness. Going after her would mean certain death, but this is the price he is willing to pay to see her again.The race against time has begun. Will Molly be able to find her way back to Victor before it’s too late?PART TWOWe do anything for the ones we love…Since Molly Elizabeth Bennett has been living in exile bereft of all memory of her past, she only knows the world to be an unfair and brutal place. Inside Terraka City, where control, violence, and humiliation keep people in abject fear, her faith in humanity has faltered. But just like the forest after a fire, she also rises from the ashes. Meanwhile, Victor Sorren embarks on a hazardous rescue mission with Little Pete and Annabella to find his beloved Molly, unaware that she doesn’t remember him. For a mixed-blood Motley Terraka City, where only purebred species have the right to live, is a dangerous place to be. Yet the three friends follow Molly’s footsteps even though they jeopardize their own lives with each step. Four friends. Scattered in four different places. All of their lives in peril. The Imperial Guards are hunting them. The Emperor is wanting them dead. They just want to find each other and leave this city of shame. But with the stakes so high, wishful thinking may not be enough to save them. Will they all be strong enough to survive this deadly mission into Terraka territory?A.B. Whelan's third book of the romantic fantasy Fields of Elysium series is another highly imaginative tale, a fast-paced story about the power of love and human nature.Books in the Series:Safe and Sound (prequel)Fields of Elysium (Book One)Valley of Darkness (Book Two)City of Shame (Book Three)Return to Innocence (Book Four)Listen to the Playlist on YouTube: https://goo.gl/BeQABt

Recommended reading age 16+ due to mild violence and sexual situations. Safe and Sound is a Fields of Elysium novella that could be read as an introduction to the series. The story introduces the harsh life of Arkanians and follows Victor Sorren - the Byronic hero of the series - from birth until the moment he meets Molly. Synopsis: In the world where freedom is no longer your right; where being in love and starting a family is not a blessing but a curse, a baby is born. To spare him from the harsh life the Arkanian slaves in Terraka City have to endure, his parents attempt the impossible.They have to pay a high price for their courage.Heartbroken and lonely, Victor Sorren spends his life waiting for his father’s return. But how much pain and suffering can be inflicted on an innocent young boy before hatred takes over his heart? Yet there is no darkness without light. And falling for a girl from Earth might provide just the right amount of light to bring hope back to Victor’s dark heart. Safe and Sound is a tale about loss, friendship, royalty and love.

THE EPIC CONCLUSION TO WHELAN’S BELOVED SERIES. A passionate and compelling story of love, friendship, and honor filled with unexpected turnings, mystery, intrigue, and romance to delight fantasy lovers in all ages. In the aftermath of the Great War, Molly Bennett embarks on a journey across war-torn lands to find her beloved Victor. Arkana has been destroyed, and danger lurks in the shadows. Molly must learn to rely on the help of her friends, new and old, along the road to survive. Victor Sorren is grieving from the loss of his beloved Molly. As he confronts his demons, he falls deeper into the abyss. Yet, the Prophet hasn’t given up hope on seeing his grandson succeed him on the throne, but Victor has no interest in ruling Arkana. Weston Jenkins sole drive is to rebuild his family’s empire to its former glory. He leads the Tirus Heathens gang, gaining wealth by selling contraband and gambling on the imprisoned superhumans who are forced to fight each other in the Arena. In a time of great uncertainty, the hunger for power leads outlaws, superhumans, villains, and innocents into one final battle that will forever decide the fate of Arkana. From Amazon best-selling writer A.B. Whelan comes an epic adventure of courage, survival, devotion, and love portrayed through the eyes of star-crossed lovers who are more than meets the eye. It’s a coming-of-age, sci-fi, fantasy tale of superhumans, shapeshifters, and mighty warriors set in a detailed and richly imagined world.

"A lonely teen discovers a secret wormhole to a distant planet—and a distant boy who steals her heart—in this young-adult sci-fi romance." —Kirkus ReviewsCAN LOVE MEND A HEART FULL OF HATRED?Small town girl, Molly Bennett, moves to Los Angeles where she becomes an outsider while attending Beverly Hills High School. It seems life cannot be any more dreadful. Then one day after school, something magical happens. On a secluded hike in the Hollywood Hills, Molly chases her disobedient mutt and an only friend into a hidden cavern. She stumbles upon a strange glimmering gateway that transports her to Arkana, a planet that is the cradle of an advanced human race. There, teenagers navigate amazing flying vehicles, compete in perilous games for glory, and possess supernatural powers. While Molly tries to wrap her mind around this incredible discovery, she meets the alluring and mysterious Victor Sorren. He is a Sentinel Apprentice, whose hatred toward people from Earth is beyond understanding. Yet every time Victor unpredictably saves Molly’s life, his heart draws closer to hers, no matter how much he tries to fight against it. It further complicates things that their growing friendship is strictly forbidden. Earth people are prohibited in Arkana, yet Molly continues to cross through the portal to Arkana to see Victor. Torn between their double lives, they go down a dangerous path, from where there is no return and multiple endings.Would you fight to be with the one you truly love? What cost would you be willing to sacrifice for that love?Fields of Elysium is a suspenseful romantic tale full of forbidden secrets, danger, deception, and the never-ending fight for true love.PRAISE FOR FIELDS OF ELYSIUM"The novel's take on otherworldly travel is a compelling one, and the romantic plot will likely appeal to Twilight fans."— Kirkus Reviews "I expected a good love story with a paranormal twist. I got so much more. I think you should take the chance and read it. Let this book take you on the adventure, fall in love." —Young Adult and Teen Readers"Fields of Elysium is an enchanted reading adventure that left me longing for a World that doesn't exist. Oh, why can't it be real!?" —What's Beyond Forks"Fields of Elysium is a fabulous read... Whelan paints her faith into the fabric of her story with deft, light brush strokes, making her work accessible to all, no matter their spiritual beliefs or background." —Readers Favorite (starred review)"This book was thoughtful, yet exciting. I LOVED the descriptive style of author AB Whelan." —Clean Teen Reads"Fields of Elysium is captivating in its unique sci-fi paranormal story combining love, hate, and the ability for forgiveness." —Insane About Books"Fields of Elysium is one of those books that completely takes you by surprise with how involved and wrapped up in it you become. I never expected to love this as much as I did nor to become so engrossed in the story that I would have to sit down and read it all in one sitting simply because I had to know how it all played out." —My Guilty Obsession (Winner of the Book of the Week Award)

A.B Whelan’s world building and storytelling are remarkable. A very well deserved 5 STARS” —Ellen Wookey, Addicted to Novels“This novel exceeded my expectations, and proved that the series just continues to get better. … Valley of Darkness is interesting, beautifully written, and altogether a wonderful addition to the series.” —The YA Lit Chick “Once again, AB Whelan captivates me with her storytelling. I loved this book. Actually, I love this whole story.”—Clean Teen Reads “A sci-fi YA novel you will not be able to stop reading."—Larry Gray’s Reviews“There were a lot of emotional scenes in this that really affected me… and I found myself really empathizing with the characters at times.”—Ink of Blood“This book did a great job on successfully painting images of the scenery, stimulating the five senses, and communicating the sheer emotion of the book….Five stars again. Congratulations on another fine book A.B. Whelan.” —David Torres, author of Restricted Renegade “Awww, I hate crying over books, but that is what I did with this book. …I was on the edge of my seat the entire time. I finished it so fast, I just couldn't stop, and before I knew it, the book was over. Thumbs up to this awesome book, no thumbs up to this awesome series.”—Fire and Ice Book Reviews “I can't tell you enough how amazing the world is that the author has created. I want to GO there! Just see it with my own eyes! The creativity is just... there are no words. Love it….Whelan's writing flowed seemingly effortless, and things just clicked for me.” —Kayla’s PlaceValley of Darkness is a young adult science-fiction/fantasy. The second book of the Fields of Elysium series. What if we were not alone in the universe?What if your boyfriend were a supernatural alien?What if you had to choose between two worlds?After months of amazing adventures and secrecy, Molly and Victor find peace in each other’s arms. Adam’s memory has been erased. The secret of the Arkanians is safe. Life couldn’t be more perfect.But Molly is robbed of her short-lived happiness when a devastating tragedy strikes her family, shattering her entire existence. Faced with a terrifying future, she feels that there is nothing left for her on Earth but an insensitive aunt and her little brother, while Arkana promises a place where she might find happiness and purpose again. Victor tries to convince Molly to move to his village in Arkana, where they can live together in secret. But Molly refuses to live in the shadows. She wants to be a Sentinel and join the fight against the Terrakas. But getting into the Academy requires more than a pretty face. Thank you for following Molly and Victor’s adventures. Books in the series: Fields of ElysiumValley of Darkness City of ShameSafe and Sound—Victor's story (a prequel novella)

In the next installment of the Field of Elysium series, Molly must face new challenges without Victor by her side. She meets new friends and foes as she embarks on a dangerous journey inside enemy territory. Told from the dual perspective of Molly and Victor, the story will take you on a breathtaking ride. PART ONEWhen life gives you no choice other than to be strong or perish, you soon learn who you really are.Since discovering the wormhole that connects Earth to Arkana, Molly Bennett faced joy and pain, love and death, excitement and danger unlike anybody else she knew. But her biggest challenge is about to begin. She is inside the force field, lost in Terraka City with people she doesn’t know. Life is more dangerous under Taronno’s tyranny than she and her Arkanian friends anticipated. Time is running out, and she must figure out whom to trust, how to stay safe, and how to get back to her beloved Victor.Victor Sorren’s life changed the moment Molly showed up on Arkana. His love for her came easy, but admitting it to her took every bit of courage he had. Obstacles always threatened to tear them apart, but together they overcame all of them. Now, Molly is gone, and Victor doesn’t know how to deal with his worry and loneliness. Going after her would mean certain death, but this is the price he is willing to pay to see her again.The race against time has begun. Will Molly be able to find her way back to Victor before it’s too late?PART TWOWe do anything for the ones we love…Since Molly Elizabeth Bennett has been living in exile bereft of all memory of her past, she only knows the world to be an unfair and brutal place. Inside Terraka City, where control, violence, and humiliation keep people in abject fear, her faith in humanity has faltered. But just like the forest after a fire, she also rises from the ashes. Meanwhile, Victor Sorren embarks on a hazardous rescue mission with Little Pete and Annabella to find his beloved Molly, unaware that she doesn’t remember him. For a mixed-blood Motley Terraka City, where only purebred species have the right to live, is a dangerous place to be. Yet the three friends follow Molly’s footsteps even though they jeopardize their own lives with each step. Four friends. Scattered in four different places. All of their lives in peril. The Imperial Guards are hunting them. The Emperor is wanting them dead. They just want to find each other and leave this city of shame. But with the stakes so high, wishful thinking may not be enough to save them. Will they all be strong enough to survive this deadly mission into Terraka territory?A.B. Whelan's third book of the romantic fantasy Fields of Elysium series is another highly imaginative tale, a fast-paced story about the power of love and human nature.Books in the Series:Safe and Sound (prequel)Fields of Elysium (Book One)