From the creative mind of author Alyssa P. Kelso comes a romantic, otherworldly adventure, and dreamy fantasy series.
Alyssa P. Kelso
author, wife, mother, and dreamer
About Me
I first fell in love with the magic of books the day I was given a copy of Harry Potter And The Sorcerer's Stone. Since then, I have loved creating my own magic through writing, and expressing myself through painting, and photography. I currently live in Utah with my incredible husband, wonderful children, and our morkiepoo, Dexter.
MY hope
As a mother and a woman, I believe it is paramount to show my daughter and my other 'sisters' around the world, through storytelling, the importance of being a strong, resilient woman. What it means to take charge of your own voice, well being, and futures. To be brave, couregous, and empathetic. And that no amount of darkness can ever diminish your light. Please, share that light, your voice, and your gifts with the world. You are magic.
My Books
1. Dreaming of Fire
Summary: When the veil between the Earth and the world of dreams is threatened, there is only one person
who can save it…
After discovering a message from her missing mother, eighteen-year-old Sienna Steel finds that
what she once believed to be an old family legend is no legend at all. Caught in the act of fleeing her
abuser, Sienna’s dormant magic bursts to life, and the significance of her heritage is revealed.
Opening an archway to Earth’s sister planet, Sienna learns of the Nightmare King’s plans to unleash
terror on the Earth.
In order to become a beacon of hope, Sienna must figure out how to trust again,
for lurking in the shadows could be the very ally she needs.
Summary: Embers are slumbering flames, waiting to be awakened...
Freedom is a promise that always seems to slip through Sienna Steel’s fingers. Still reeling from
the blinding disappointment of deceit, she finds herself forced to accept her fate as Prince
Ryker’s betrothed — a possession and a pawn once more.
Bound by black magic to a future she didn’t choose, Sienna leaves Moonastaria for the Prince of
Nightmares’ kingdom. But when Ryker brings his bride-to-be before King Sodom — the very person rumored to want Sienna dead — they form an unlikely alliance to search for someone
vital to them both: Sienna’s mother, Saffron.
Exploring the cosmic capabilities of her powers, Sienna finds herself one step closer to Saffron
— and stumbles upon a secret that changes the way she sees Ryker forever. With their hearts
fast becoming inextricable, Sienna finds herself falling for Ryker’s layers, even as he pursues an
agenda that risks tearing them apart.
And as their impending union nears, so too does a deadly foe.
Absolutely loved this book. Sienna Steel has no easy life, her parents are gone, her 'boyfriend' is... ugh he is terrible, and abusive. This part is so well written, I could feel her need to escape, but he has her in control. Until the day her dormant magic comes to life and she awakes in a different world, without him. This is where she starts to explore herself, find out what makes her tick. She makes new friends, learns to use magic and finds herself in trouble. Again. I cannot wait for the next book!
Sienna's story had me completely sucked in! I had little kids asleep and should've been getting sleep also, but I stayed up way too late several nights in a row to finish this. I also had a sink full of neglected dishes among other things by the time I was done! I couldn't put it down and look forward to the rest of the series. The imagery and descriptions are beautiful, you'll really come to know and love the characters, and there are so many layers to the story! It is a very creative work! Sienna overcomes some pretty overwhelming circumstances, and you'll cry alongside her and cheer for her as she gets stronger.
This is an excellent book! I really enjoyed getting to know Sienna and the other characters. The way Sienna's dream's manifested in her waking hours kept my mind racing, wondering and wanting to know more. I almost never read the final few chapters of a book before the sequel is released cause I don't like being left with a huge cliff hanger and then having to wait.
I fell in love with this book from the start and will love it forever. This story is so unique, I absolutely love all of the little details that the author used to bring her world to life. The lessons in this book will stay with me forever. It is so deeply emotional and beautiful. I will 100% be recommending this to everyone in my life who loves fantasy, romance and strong female leads. I can't wait for book 2!!!!
This book was fun to read, and there were some very cool, very imaginative settings. I also thought the plot was layered well, and the ending made me want to go back and read certain parts again! I'm excited to read the next part of Sienna's journey in the next book
I have not sat down and read a book within a week for several years, but couldn’t help it with this novel! This was hard to put down as I quickly got interested in the unfolding of the characters and fascinating storyline. Great imagination and creativity surely went into this.
Fantastic fantasy of the first order. I was gripped almost from page 1. An expertly woven plot with great characters that immediately won my love or hatred. Spell-binding fantastical description brings the world to life in the reader’s mind. I simply cannot wait to read the next instalment! What a cliff hanger!
This is such a great fantasy novel with a really nice flowing narrative, well-done descriptions of characters and places, and deep messages. Sienna, the main character, at the age of 5 was left without her parents and she never ceased to hope that one day she will find them.
What a great first book in what will undoubtedly prove to be an amazing series! I found the story to be unique and was pulled into the tale immediately. Sienna is a character that elicites so many emotions. First you want to save her, then you find yourself cheering her empowerment and becoming her own champion.
Solid story line with lots of action and a heroine you’ll be pulling for (though sometimes you might pull your hair out wanting to reach into the pages and help her). Love the bad guys—as in fully worthy of being sucker punched into the netherworld. Great love triangle. Wonderful supporting cast. Lots of imagination.
Alyssa Kelso has moved me beyond words with this book. With each page I fell in love with her heroine Sienna and was rooting for her, crying with her, and felt her triumphs and defeats! And above all else knew she was a warrior, a survivor, and a force to be reckoned with!
A heart-wrenching, beautiful, heart-pounding tale. Alyssa's story line and characters will have you on the edge of your seat, grasping onto your kindle for dear life, whilst cheering and cursing and crying. A MUST READ.
