Review of The Last Princess and The Cup Of Immortality on Dark Wyrm Reads.

When Vivienne Le Faye, a sixteen-year-old, with intuitive powers inherits a priceless family amulet, she becomes an instant target.

Unaware of her noble heritage, the family curse haunts her, while danger threatens her, and a mysteriously handsome boy with golden eyes appears to protect her.

Convinced he’s real and exists somewhere and positive she has fallen irretrievably in love with him, Vivienne bravely follows her ‘gift of sight’ to England where her Amulet allows her passage through a Portal of Mists.

There, in a mystical world of witchcraft and wizardry, where many perils await her, she discovers he is an immortal Wizard with supernatural powers and she is the last Princess of the Misty Isle, destined to become the next Lady of the Lake.

Called to battle, to fulfill her birthright and armed with her new gifts of war craft and spell craft, together they must confront a terrifying enemy, the Master of the Souls, so that Vivienne can save their Magical World and allow the Misty Isle to rise again. Description
Reading level: Young Adult
Paperback: 374 pages
Publisher: Avilon LLC (November 1, 2009) My View
The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality is a type of story I haven't seen in awhile. It's a story where the author lets her imagination run free and creates an entirely new world populated by fantastic creatures.

It starts out like any other conventional urban fantasy story - Vivienne is a normal teen girl living in the normal, real world - but fate has other plans for her destiny and she soon finds herself drawn to a realm forgotten by, and separated from, our world.

This new realm is populated by a myriad of characters and creatures; some good, some not, and the explanation of how the two worlds used to be one and why they're now separated is probably one of the best explanations I've discovered in fantasy fiction.

Vivienne, being a normal girl, is our anchor in the story and we live the adventure through her eyes, experiencing the new wonders and feeling the fears and tension connected with her destiny as if we were in the story ourselves.

If you're looking for a good book that's more fantasy than paranormal, then I'd suggest you give  The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality a try.

You can click  here to see what I have to say about my preview of the audio movie book and to get a look at the trailer for the book, and click here to read the first three chapters. My Rating

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The Last Princess and The Cup of Immortality Review on Best Fantasy Stories!

Title: The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality
Author: D. R. Whitney
Release Date: November 1, 2009
Pages: 374 pages
Genre: Epic Fantasy

Best Book Quote: “Vivienne drifted above the desperate scene until the warmth of strong arms embraced her. The handsomest young man she had ever seen with black hair and the most penetrating golden eyes, was comforting her as he held her in the fine wool of his purple cloak.”

Imagine a girl who dreams of a handsome boy with golden eyes. In the dreams, he is madly in love with her and shows her places so beautiful she cannot believe they are real. But real they are and with this, you have the makings of a great new teen fantasy series, The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality by D. R. Whitney. This is the story of Vivienne Le Faye, a normal American 16-year old girl who lives in a boarding school in Manhattan. Her grandmother has recently died, leaving her an orphan. She inherits a family heirloom, a beautiful ruby necklace, and immediately begins to have vivid dreams of a golden eyed boy who professes his eternal love for her. The hardest part for her to believe is that the dreams are also telling that her she is the Lady of the Lake, the last princess of an alternate world.

This alternate world is filled with magic and mystery but absolutely no technology. Her dreams tell her that evil people are coming for her and Vivienne is determined to find out what the heck is really going on – it seems her dreams are saying that if she does find her way back to the fantasy world then both her world and theirs are going to end. What is a sixteen year old girl to do with all that responsibility? The only thing she knows for sure is that the golden eyed boy is there for her and she must find him.

D.R. Whitney has crafted a wonderful fantasy world where any adult or teenager can lose themselves in magic and wonder. It is a wide-ranging story filled with mystery, eternal love, and the fulfillment of a destiny that has waited thousands of years to reach culmination. This is a tremendous treat for any fantasy lover and I am especially pleased by the author’s ability to draw the reader into her spell and keep us wanting more.

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Join D.R. Whitney and The Goddess Prophecies Team at The LA Times Festival of the Books.

With the recent release of book one on Amazon and the Barnes and Noble online bookstore "The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality", Whitney's highly original new fantasy series is being described as the next "Twilight" or "Harry Potter". In addition to the launch of her first novel which publishing elite John Paine has described as "beautifully crafted", D.R. Whitney is continuing to change the way that we experience fantasy with her creation of the Goddess Prophecies audio movie book. The audio movie book allows the listener to be transported to another world in which they can fully immerse themselves into the magical story of The Last Princess. "A Motion Picture for your ears" if you will "Riveting. Suspenseful. Romantic. Blockbuster Perfection".. Not only has the audio book been praised for the "movie-like audio experience with exciting narration, sweeping music" which utilizes an amazing score and hollywood actors, it is challenging and raising the bar in the world of fantasy entertainment. So much so that Whitney has been attracting much interest from Hollywood filmmakers and is now in the process of transforming the magical realms of avilon into a big screen feature. 

First stop on our adventure to exciting and enchanting new lands will be the Los Angeles Times Festival of Books taking place on April 24th - 25th at UCLA. The two day event will feature a full cast line up with each member playing a host of characters. Be prepared to hear Movie Magic at this one of a kind event. Meet the Cast, live performances, get your book signed by the author, have a psychic reading with the new Goddess Prophecy Cards, meet our Hollywood actors and enjoy the characters in costume.. There is also a chance to Enter the Drawing for a Free iPod Shuffle at the Booth. If you do decide to join us at the Festival of Books Booth 758 Zone G, we would love to provide bloggers with a chance to meet the voices behind the characters, meet up with the author for the inside scoop on the adventure to come and even possibly joining us on the fantasy radio network in the future. 
Hope to see you there! 

Dream Lover and The Last Princess

It’s not unusual to be in love with someone you can’t be with.  But for Vivienne LeFay, the guy she’s in love with…she’s not even sure he exists. He feels real…in her dreams.  And sometimes, even when she’s awake…it’s like she can feel him…even see him.  Maybe she’s crazy, right?  After all a lot of crazy things have been going on lately. Banks aren’t supposed to explode while you’re in them and strange evil looking men aren’t supposed to follow you while you are trying to escape them. Somehow the boy in her dream makes her feel protected…and loved. The strange amulet her grandmother gave her right before her mysterious death has something to do with it, but what?

If you haven’t read The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality then you are missing out on the greatest romance since TWILIGHT.  Join Vivienne and Lailokin as they battle the forces of time and evil to save their timeless love. Travel with Vivienne through the portals of time to assume her rightful title of The Last Princess. Yearn with Lailoken as he must span two worlds to protect Vivienne from the evil Master of Souls.  Can these young lovers reunite or will their passion for each other be consumed by evil that is so heinous that it can not be contained in one world.

Team Edward or Team Jacob?

You’ve read all the Twilight books, you’ve seen New Moon and you’ve made your decision about whether you are on Team Edward or Team Jacob and now you are waiting, longing for the romance, longing for the excitement of what will happen next.  While you are waiting you need to read The Last Princess: The Cup of Immortality from the all newGoddess Prophecies series.  The Last Princess is your ticket to fantasy, romance, mystery, mysticism and suspense while waiting for the next Twilight book!

Vivienne is a normal teenage girl, at least she thinks she is. But there are a few things in her life that just don’t add up.  After her Grandmother’s mysterious death she is plaqued by vivid dreams of a teenage boy who seems so familiar, so close she can feel him.  She can hear his voice calling her, she feels his proctection and something else…something magical.  Lailoken, the boy in Vivienne’s dream, knows what Vivienne can’t know, that she is the last princess and their connection and love span time, space and two worlds.  Can Lailoken protect Vivienne and their timeless love?

Can Lailoken and Vivienne reunite through the portals of time to truimph over evil strong enough to destroy two worlds?

These are the questions answered in The Last Princess, The Cup of Immortality, read this fantasitcal romance and feel yourself transported into a world of spells, fairies, battles and mortal enemies.  Battle with Vivienne as she fights to reclaim her title of the The Last Princess and to finally find herself in the arms of her eternal love, her protector, Lailoken.

New Apple IPad Could Totally Revolutionize E-Books With Imagine Hearing’s First to Be Released Fantasy Epic Book & Audio Book That Sounds Like a Major

Anxious to get your hands on the Apple IPad, reconsidering buying the Amazon Kindle reader…

We’re sure that the innovative look and technological feel of the IPad with the IPod application and internet applications could totally revolutionize the literary world especially if they considered the New Genre of Literary Entertainment that’s about to be released by Imagine Hearing TM/ A division of Isle of Avalon Productions.

Their new Epic Fantasy Series, “The Last Princess and The Cup of Immortality,” Book One of the Goddess Prophecies, is not only perfect for the LOTR, Harry Potter, Avatar and Twilight Fans, but it is poised to rock the literary world with the first epic fantasy audio movie book that was produced to sound like a 3D Major Motion Picture.

Just as “Avatar” exploded on the big screen in 3D, this amazing production brings book entertainment to new heights. Allowing readers and listeners alike to enjoy big screen quality before the movie’s ever produced. Working with the top conceptual Hollywood artists and actors, incorporating original music, lush orchestral scoring and special effects, “The Last Princess and the Cup of Immortality,” sweeps you up into an epic magical adventure. Being able to read and listen at the same time only enhances the experience!

With Imagine Hearing’s own application under development, soon you will be able to read and hear this trail blazing technology at the same time and enjoy a conceptual art package with navigation that brings this rich imaginative world to life on your hand held PDA.

The better your device’s viewing screen and sound, the greater the enjoyment. This thrilling Production skyrockets you into a breathless, epic magical adventure of destiny and immortal love. Are you listening Apple? Come test drive this amazing revolution in literary entertainment yourself at www.thelastprincess.org.

The Last Princess, Fantasy Fiction’s Newest Sensation

First there was Harry Potter then there was Twilight, now fantasy’s newest sensation has arrived.  The Last Princess and The Cup of Immortality is the first in a series of novels by D.R. Whitney poised to rock the literary world.

Vivienne is a 16 year old prep school student recovering from the mysterious death of her grandmother.  She’s not sure why her nightmares are plagued with demons, fairies and danger, but she’s relatively certain that it has something to do with an amulet that her grandmother left her, and a vision of a boy with golden eyes.  Her quest to find answers to her family’s hidden secrets takes her and her Goth chic roommate on a quest that spans two worlds.

Mystery, romance, fantasy and adventure abound in this novel that is equally enthralling to teenagers and their parents.  The Last Princess: The Cup of Immortality debuts this Holiday season.  Stay tuned to the blog for all of the exciting info about the book launch, the audio book and the upcoming movie.

The Last Princess: The Cup of Immortality is available through Amazon.com, or you can order the book directly from The Last Princess website by clicking here.  The audio book, The Last Princess, available this month from Imagine Hearing features a full state of the art audio experience, with lush underscoring and exciting characterizations. The audio book can be purchased through iTunes, Audible.com or by clickinghere.