Timespell
Authors: Diana Paz
“The plot twists, romance, and action had me reading way past my bedtime. I couldn’t put
Timespell
down!”-Bethany Wiggins, author of
Shifting
and
Stung“The strength of Paz’s debut novel,
Timespell,
derives from her Daughters of Fate. These three teenage girls must manage the catastrophes of adolescence—prom, boyfriends, teachers and bullies—while attempting to correct historical catastrophes that threaten us all.
Timespell
is a fun and entertaining read because of the irreconcilable differences within the trio, and the danger to the world should they fail.”-Jason Beymer, author of
Nether
and
Rogue’s Curse“Diana Paz enchanted me with her magical and amazing debut,
Timespell.
The ending left me in awe and craving more. I predict Paz will quickly become a new favorite author of young adult readers.”-Karen Amanda Hooper, author of
Tangled Tides
and
Grasping at Eternity“Timespell
has everything to offer—historical upheaval, the trials of high school friendship, heart-pounding romance—all wrapped in a fresh, inspired take on mythology. The result left me holding my breath until the very last page.”-Trisha Leigh, author of
Whispers in Autumn
and
Winter Omens
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Rhemalda Publishing, Inc. (USA)
P.O. Box 1790 Moses Lake, WA 98837 USA
First American Paperback Edition
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Copyright ©2013 by Diana Paz
Edited by Diane Dalton
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ISBN Paperback: 978-1-936850-21-1
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When
this story took shape in my mind—epilogue first, as it were—I had a sneaking suspicion it would be different from the novels I’d written before. Boy was I right.
Timespell
was the most complicated, frustrating book I’d ever finished. I’d written historical before. I’d written magic before. But I’d never combined those two elements and added in time travel, along with three alternating female points of view. The fact that I’m not in a padded cell is a testament to a multitude of understanding friends, family members, and writerly people who somehow knew when I needed space, when I needed a cookie, and when I needed a swift kick in the pants.
Let me first say thanks to everyone who has put up with me in the mayhem of writing, rewriting, revising, and editing this novel. I’d also like to say thanks to all my hilarious, supportive, and genuinely caring online friends.
Thank you to my dear friend and critique partner, Amalia Dillin. I don’t know where I would be without your kind truthfulness, your unwavering confidence in me, and your incredible ability of knowing my characters better than I do. Someone was looking out for me when our paths in life crossed, and I will be forever grateful for our friendship.
Thank you to my lovely cheerleader and friend, Tina Lynn Sandoval. Through all the self-doubt, insecurity, rejection, and criticism involved in the writing process, you’ve always found only the good in my work. Your belief in my work motivates me even through my toughest days.
Thank you to my fabulous critique partner and friend, Natalie Murphy. You have always given me fearless, no-nonsense honesty, and as I write, I often think to myself, “STOP. What would Natalie think about this scene?” Thank you for expecting only the best from me, and for not being satisfied until I give it. I am a better
writer because of you, which is what makes you critique partner GOLD.
Thank you to an epically talented author and man of many hats, including writer, editor, artist, but most of all friend, Adrien-Luc Sanders. While I was in the midst of rewriting this book, no matter how many times I told you I couldn’t do it, I didn’t have it in me, I had reached too far, you would calmly let me know that I could, I did, and I hadn’t. There aren’t words enough to express my gratitude for the confidence you’ve inspired in me, not only as a writer but as a person.
Thank you to author of awesome, Jason Beymer.
Timespell
became a polished, publishable manuscript because of the feedback you gave me, line by line and scene by scene. Your forthright opinions on crucial events in the story helped me take my novel to the next level. That sounded fancy, but the bottom line is, you rock!
Thank you to Clara Balderrama for never doubting that my dream of becoming a published author would come true. Your enthusiasm for my work reminded me of why I wanted to pursue publication in the first place, and I hope you like this story as much as you liked the first one.
Thank you to those who read my work along the way, whether it was in draft form, beta form, or advanced reader form: Bethany Wiggins, Karen Amanda Hooper, Trisha Leigh, Wendy Sparrow, Dana Elmendorf, Janelle Alexander, and Erica Chapman. I appreciate your time, encouragement, and effort in helping me achieve my goals.
Special thanks to everyone at Rhemalda Publishing. In particular, I’d like to thank my savvy, spectacular editor, Diane Dalton for seeing my vision and giving me a chance to prove myself. I’m in awe of your ability to catch things I didn’t even know my sub-conscious had snuck into the story and tell me to let those things shine through. And to the dream-makers, Rhett and Emmaline Hoffmeister, thank you for believing in my story
enough to give it a home. I couldn’t have hoped for a more supportive publisher for
Timespell.
Thank you to my mother, Olga Cedeño, the loveliest and most joyful person I’ve ever known. You let me practically live at the library growing up, you always encouraged me to write my stories as I grew older, and you have been a huge support for me now that my dream of publication has become a reality. I’m so grateful for everything you’ve done for me, most especially for helping make me who I am today.
Finally, thank you to my amazing husband, Carlos Paz. I’ve read more than once, that it takes a special kind of person to be married to a writer. I am lost in my own mind more often than I’m here in the real world. I despair over people I’ve made up and agonize over things that aren’t technically happening (they are totally happening, it’s just that I’m the only one who knows about it). Thank you for always supporting me in my goals, and for creating a life that gives me the chance to live my dream.
“I forgive all my enemies the harm they have done me.”
-Marie Antoinette, October 16, 1793
From her final letter, addressed to her sister-in-law, Madame Elisabeth. The letter was never delivered.
The Daughters of Fate share vast power. They can speak through their thoughts if connected by touch. They can move objects and spark flames with their will. To each, unique gifts are bestowed. They cannot be used alone, for the power of the Fates is too great for grasping mortal hands. But together, a fierce and wondrous magic can be achieved.
-The Fates