This week's Musical
Impression is for a story by Tania Walsh of T. F. Walsh. If you don't know this blog, you should check it out; she has a fantastic series on mythical creatures. Thank you so
much Tania, I hope you enjoy it.
When I received this
entry I knew exactly what song I was going to pick and I've stuck
with it all week – until last night. Yes, as is (apparently) a
woman's prerogative, I changed my mind at the last minute. I hope you
enjoy what I've chosen. I think it captures the spirit of what the
lead character is feeling in this story, but I'd love to know your
views. Love it? Hate it? Have a better suggestion?
Constructive criticism welcome.
Constructive criticism welcome.
DEAD LIES
YA Fantasy/Mythology
Joking about someone's death at school and then having it come true is never a good thing. Now minus her friends who are scared of her, Leev's life just got worse - a wraith turned up on her doorstep. She's dragged into a terrifying spirit realm where black swans dive bomb from the air, hungry to steal your eyes, where wolves the size of horses wear harnesses, and where beautiful necromancers control wild spirits to do their bidding.
Leev learns
that Valkyrie blood courses through her veins, and she is appointed
as a mighty Mist. Like all the females in her family, she must
collect the spirits of dead heroes and guide them safely to
Valhalla.
A cinch, especially since Leev can sense which hero will die next and delivers them before her collection memo is even issued. But when her death-senses point next to her firefighter dad, she struggles to accept his destiny, and sets out on a mission to save him, even if means breaking all the rules.
However
things just got complicated. Her ability is unique and drawing the
wrong kind of attention. A demi-god and powerful necromancer both set
their sights on her soul, drawing Leev into a deadly cat and mouse
game.
And the
stakes are higher than Leev could have ever imagined.
Lyrics here
Impressive premise!
ReplyDeleteI think the music is a good fit, too -- love to know if the author thinks so?
Me too. I hope she likes it!
DeleteThat sounds like a scary story and the video is chilling too. Good choice though.
ReplyDeleteDefinitely more to Leev than meets the eye, I think! Thanks Rosalind.
DeleteA good match going on there - a little dark, a little edgy. It works well.
ReplyDeleteThanks Joanne :-)
DeleteThat's an intense song to go with a spooky story. Nice.
ReplyDeleteThanks Bish, I'm looking forward to reading Tania's story one day :-)
DeleteThat really fits like a glove. :-D
ReplyDeleteI'm really glad you think so, thanks Misha :-)
DeleteThat does fit!
ReplyDeleteAnd TF is awesome.
She is, isn't she? :-)
DeleteGreat fit and premise!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Michael.
DeleteSounds an interesting story and the song is a good fit.
ReplyDeleteThe story sounds great, doesn't it?
DeleteSpooky. I like the song and the premise! Sounds great!
ReplyDeleteI hope you like yours as much next week :-)
DeleteMe, too. I'm looking forward to it. *g*
DeleteOh, nice choice! And boy, do I want to read that!
ReplyDeleteGreat start :)
Thanks Laura, and I totally agree. I can't wait for it to be published :-)
DeleteThe song really seems to fit!
ReplyDeleteThank you :-)
DeleteThe song fits. What was your first choice?
ReplyDeleteWould you believe Riders on the Storm?
DeleteI frickin love the song and it is spot on for the story. It is so right for it that it is eerie. As I listened, I could visualize Leev hearing the death call, but with her father's name. It gave me chills. As I read the blurb, I was hooked early, but when she heard the "death call" for her own father I knew I would have to read more. The music and lyrics added so much depth and emotion to the story it was as if it was written for Tania's Death Lies. Outstanding work, both of you.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much Melissa, I really can't wait to read Tania's story one day.
DeleteSarah, I love this song, and you're right... it's spot on for my story Dead Lies. It has the eerie feeling I was going for, and even the lyrics work. Leev faces so many scary things on her journey. Whisper is perfect...hehe even the title, Whisper, works since she hears names of the dead... Awesome.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great concept... so excited to be your first victim. Thanks Sarah... going to blog about this...:)
Thank to everyone who commented and liked the premise...:) Okay, going to play the song again...hehe
I'm so glad you liked it, I really hoped you would. I hope you've been reading all the great things people have said about your pitch too :-)
DeleteNicely done, Sarah :) The song fits well with the tone of the premise. Kinda spooky :)
ReplyDeleteDefinitely some creepy going on there :-)
DeleteI like both. A great fit!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Rebecca :-)
DeleteIntriguing story premise, and good music choice.
ReplyDeleteThanks Donna, I love her story idea :-)
DeleteExcellent fit!
ReplyDeleteThank you very much :-)
DeleteI think this is a thought out choice, Sarah! You can't go wrong with Evanescence. : )
ReplyDeleteI look forward to next week's inspiration.
Thanks Emily. Next week is something completely different :-)
DeleteI think this is a good match. Works for me.
ReplyDeleteExcellent! That's what I like to hear :-)
DeleteHi Sarah, I could have sworn I had your email but I can't find it. Shoot me an email at h mccorkle (at) wildblue (dot) net so I can contact you regarding winning an eBook of Born Of Fire! :)
ReplyDeleteHeather, thanks so much. Emailing you now :-)
DeleteExcellent! I've never thought of linking music to my stories. You've got a knack for it. The story also captivated me. I love vampires, witches and werewolves but it's such a breath of fresh air to read about something else. Kudos to the author!
ReplyDeleteIf you like mythical creatures, you'll love Tania's Friday creature feature :-)
DeleteAnd thanks for the kind words.
Sounds like you're spot on with that choice! I love Evanescence.
ReplyDeleteThanks Talli, and me too :-)
DeleteI had to come back again to understand the whole track. I never heard Evanescence before. I listen to English and American music a lot but this one some how escaped me. Could it be because my kids do not listen to this one and/ or the local radio station does not play. It is touching but boy - - - did I feel crept out !
ReplyDeleteYou sound like me - if it's modern and my kids don't listen to it, I tend to miss it :-)
DeleteAnd yes, definitely a creepy one!
I'm loving this new format. And the song does have a certain Valkyrie feel to it. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Miriam :-)
DeleteGreat blurb and a fantastic song to match it. You've got a talent, Sarah--and since I consider myself a huge music fan, you're doing all sorts of great things for my happy. I am definitely going to have to check out Tania's blog!
ReplyDeleteThank you, that's a really lovely thing to say. And yes, you're in for a treat if you check Tania out :-)
DeleteI love the blurb, and I love the song with it! You are so very beyond cool, Sarah. Seriously, this is brilliant!
ReplyDeleteI want a badge (a button?) saying this :-)
DeleteThe marriage of music and blurbs is such a great idea. I like your match this week. It's a great fit.
ReplyDeleteThank you so much :-)
DeleteI love this new feature. And I love the premise of the story. Great choice of music to go with it.
ReplyDeleteGood luck Tania with querying!!!!
Thanks Stina, I can't wait for Tania to be announcing good news :-)
DeleteCan't agree more with everyone's comments... Sarah did an awesome job with the song selection...Thanks. Love everyone's comments... so glad everyone like the premise..:) I sure hope to get this book out there soon in front of agents and publishers soon:)
ReplyDeleteWe hope so too, we all want to read it :-)
DeleteThe story blurb sounds fascinating...never heard this one by Evanesence, tho. Great pairing!
ReplyDeleteThanks Melodie :-)
DeleteTook me a bit to figure out what you were blogging about as it has been a while since I last visited! The book sounds fab, sure wish I could write YA or children's ficiton.
ReplyDeleteWell I for one am glad you write what you do :-)
DeleteI love the premise of the story and the song you picked to go with it is perfect. I'm impressed!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Lynda. I can't wait to read Tania's book one day :-)
DeleteHow cool to pick song to summaries. The story sounds neat!
ReplyDeleteIt's a cracking idea isn't it?
DeleteSuch a cool idea. I often have songs in my head that would work for my own WIPs. It's an interesting idea to have someone else choose a song. Kinda like having your book adapted to film!
ReplyDeleteNo pressure then! ;-)
DeleteCongratulations on making the ABNA cut, by the way :-)
I like this demi-god and necromancer angle. It seems like a really cool story. :)
ReplyDeleteDefinitely :-)
DeleteSo perfect together!!
ReplyDeleteThanks Coleen, glad you like them :-)
DeleteWow, now that is a fascinating blurb! And I think the music fits. Has sort of a dark edge to it, like the story. I'm curious to know what song you initially chose that you stuck with all week until the night before!
ReplyDelete*Whispers* Riders on the Storm :-)
DeleteI change my mind a lot, too. Sometimes it works out for the better that I did - so feel good about your choice here!
ReplyDeleteAnd thanks for your comments on my blog! Great to see you!
Oh my goodness, if I never changed my mind I'd never get anything achieved!
Deleteoooh Evanascence is perfect for this blurb. I think that Tania uses the word "where" too much though.
ReplyDeleteI know she's read all the comments here, so thanks for that. It's something for her to consider.
DeleteVery cool! Perfect!
ReplyDeleteThank you, I'm glad you liked it :-)
DeleteWow, that's a creepy video. Sounds like a good fit for the blurb.
ReplyDeleteIt's a bit shivery isn't it?
DeleteDead Lies sounds awesome! And I can completely relate to the character. It really is never fun joking about someone's death and then having it come true. I had the same thing happen to me in sixth grade.
ReplyDeleteThat does not sound good Cherie... oh no.
DeleteGreat choice! A valkyrie-based story would definitely make for something different. I like the whole premise of trying to interfere with fate too.
ReplyDeleteOh me too, I often play around with fate versus free will ideas. The whole concept fascinates me.
DeleteSo much great feedback... it's awesome. Thanks everyone, and Sarah is a superstar:)
ReplyDeleteWell done! Love your choice, and Tania's book sounds awesome.
ReplyDeleteShannon at The Warrior Muse, co-host of the 2012 #atozchallenge! Twitter: @AprilA2Z
Thank you so much Shannon, I can't wait until she gets a deal :-)
DeleteTania's storyline sounds really cool. Now to listen to your selection. Don't think I know it though.
ReplyDeleteI love introducing new stuff. Hope you liked it :-)
DeleteThis sounds like a great story and i love the video you put with it!
ReplyDeleteThanks Josh, I appreciate that.
DeleteThanks to everyone and Sarah for the awesome song you picked for my story:)
ReplyDeleteDon't forget to send me your next story :-)
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