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Alma Alexander

Alma Alexander

About

I am Alma Alexander, author of the HarperCollins YA series, WORLDWEAVERS. The third book, "Cybermage," has just been released in hard cover. Book 1 -- "Gift of the Unmage" -- and book 2 -- Spellspam -- are out in paperback.

I write for both adults and children and have published 10 books. My best known book, "Secrets of Jin Shei," is currently out in 13 languages worldwide. Among my other books are the high-fantasy duology "The Hidden Queen" and "Changer of Days. "

I have lived and worked on four continents, and currently make my home in Washington state with my husband, two cats and assorted visiting wildlife.

Intersection

Intersection

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<p>FBI agent Alexis Toles is dispatched to New Rochelle, New York, to investigate threatening letters sent to Congressman Christopher O’Brien, and to protect his ex-wife, Cassidy, and six-year-old son, Dylan. But when she gets to New Rochelle, Alex discovers that there is more to the situation than simple stalking or political agendas; she finds that she has growing romantic feelings for Cassidy—and that the feelings are mutual.</p><p>As Alex and Cassidy explore their budding romance, they must surmount many obstacles in explaining their relationship to those around them, including Dylan. All the while, the investigation continues, and the disturbing, convoluted, and complicated web surrounding the threats begins to unravel, placing the characters’ lives in grave danger.</p><p><i>Intersection</i> is a taut political thriller that combines the action and suspense found in hit television shows like <i>24</i> with the insight and drama found in the widely popular fiction of LGBT authors such as R. E. Bradshaw and Stacey D’Erasmo. It is sure to appeal to fans of intrigue, mystery, and romance, and to provide positive role models for marginalized groups and relationships.</p>

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&quot;Suspensful fantasy.&quot;<br />          —ALA Booklist<br /><br />&quot;…this book's energetic plot, well-integrated back story, and teen characters will make fans very happy and bring new readers under the series' spell.&quot;<br />          —Kirkus Reviews<br /><br />&quot;…an incredibly enjoyable tale that blends reality, legend, and magic in one of the freshest fantasy narratives this year.&quot;<br />          —Kara Chancellor, Kliatt (starred review)<br /><br />&quot;Alexander creates a cast of memorable characters who continue to grow into their magical abilities…&quot;<br />          —Teri S. Lesesne, VOYA<br /><br />&quot;Once again, Alexander gives us a story that is engaging, complex, and filled with young people who must face decisions and actions that will impact them for the rest of their lives.&quot;<br />          —Gayle Surrette, SFRevu<br /><br />&quot;Alexander, like Thea, can weave worlds; she seamlessly blends together the worlds of fantasy, science fiction, myth, and contemporary teen life.&quot;<br />          —Samantha Larsen Hastings, School Library Journal