About
S.M. McEachern (also known as Susan) comes from the rocky shores of Canada’s East Coast. As a resident of Halifax during her early adult years, she attended Dalhousie University and earned an Honors Degree in International Development Studies with a focus on ocean development. Throughout her academic studies and early career, Susan had the privilege to study and work with Elizabeth Mann Borgese (daughter of nobel prize winner, Thomas Mann). An author in her own right and a political activist for world peace, Mrs. Mann Borgese played a significant influence on Susan’s view of the political world stage.
Now a mother of two and the wife of one (who is serving overseas), Susan currently resides in Canada’s capital city of Ottawa. She loves delicious hot beverages, wine and talking about herself in the third person. For writing inspiration, Susan likes to go on long walks with her iPod (Keane and Moby are among her favorites). “Sunset Rising” is her debut novel. The second book of the series, "Worlds Collide" was released on Amazon March 4, 2014.
Description
The "Gastar" series is four novellas when completed. The stories follow teen assassin Shevata as she travels through history of the city of Gastar to seek redemption for her past actions and to regain her soul. The first, "Act of Redemption" was published in 2009, the second, "Children of Discord" will be available in a few weeks. Recommended age is 13+ for intense battle scenes, not erotic, minimal profanity. ebooks and kindle versions available.
Reviews
<p><span style="color:rgb(24,24,24);font-family:Georgia, Times, 'Times New Roman', serif;font-size:14px;line-height:18px;"><em>One of THE BEST dystopian books I've ever read!! T<strong>he ease and imagery of S.M. McEachern's writing style is so captivating </strong>you are truly sucked into the story... Sunny and Jack are so endearing and brave. This book has it all....love story, good vs evil, drama, suspense......definitely a book you can't put down! </em>- Tracy Decresie, <b>Midwest Book Review</b> </span></p>
<p><em style="line-height:1.6em;">"Sunset Rising" is thrilling; there is no better word for it. It lures readers in with its <strong>fresh and tempting plot</strong>, and then hooks them with nonstop action that leaves them reading late into the night... <strong>Romance, intrigue, and action all come together beautifully</strong> here to create an experience that will leave anyone asking for more. </em><span style="line-height:1.6em;">Molly Burkemper, <strong>Readers Favorite</strong>.</span></p>
<p><em>How is this not on every bestseller list yet? Listen to me now, please...if you love Dystopian YA novels READ THIS BOOK! </em>- Paula Fetty-King, Goodreads Reviewer</p>
<p><em>Sunset Rising is a rollercoaster ride with a terrifying drop at the end. A beautiful love story filled with danger and horror. The Greatest Book I've Ever Read.</em> - Selina Liaw, Book Blogger and Goodreads Reviewer</p>
