New Release Review: Transcend by Jewel E. Ann

Transcend by Jewel E. Ann
Series: Transcend #1
Published by Self-Published on March 26th 2018
Format: ARC
Genres: Mystery, New Adult, Romantic Suspense


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“In another life, she was my forever.”

An unexpected tragedy leaves Professor Nathaniel Hunt a widower alone with a newborn baby.

He hires a nanny. She’s young, but well-qualified, with a simple life, a crazy name obsession, and a boyfriend she met at the grocery store.

Over time, he discovers she knows things about him—things that happened before she was born—like a hidden scar on his head, his favorite pizza, and how he cheated on a high school Spanish test.

She speaks familiar words and shares haunting memories that take him back to over two decades earlier when he lost his best friend in a tragic accident.

“I’m afraid of what’s going to happen when you realize I’m not her.”

Transcend is a sexy, mind-bending journey that uncovers possibilities, challenges beliefs, and begets the age-old question: is there life after death?

I continue to be amazed by the creative capacity of Jewel E. Ann. Her books refuse to be contained in tidy, predictable boxes. Transcend is aptly named because it surpasses all expectations in terms of originality, intricacy, mystery, and poignancy.

Jewel E. Ann excels in the development of characters who are flawed but believably compelling. One of the strengths of this book is the protagonist, Swayze. She is 21 and incredibly intelligent and trustworthy, but in some ways still immature. The thing is that she owns her strengths and weaknesses rather than pretending to be someone she’s not. Her vulnerability is sometimes paired with touches of snarkiness and stubbornness, which earns her bonus points in my book.

Swayze’s biker boyfriend, Griffin, is a bit of a dichotomy. His easygoing behavior makes him seem indifferent at times, but he’s very much tuned in to Swayze’s emotions and needs. He shows his devotion to Swayze in subtle but loving ways, and their attraction is nothing short of combustible. I would definitely go back for a second helping of a Griffin sundae with hot fudge and whipped cream on top.

Then there’s Professor Nate. He is an easy character to identify with. His life is in turmoil, he is grieving, and his pain is absolutely palpable. With Swayze’s influence, Nate’s evolution from an emotionally wrecked man who is barely holding on for his baby daughter’s sake to a man of hope and confidence is fascinating.

This story is extraordinary, challenging, and captivating. Yes, Transcend ends on a cliffhanger, but fear not. The conclusion, Epoch, releases in two weeks.

**I voluntarily read an early copy of this book. It does not affect my opinion or the content of this review.**

Recommended for fans of:
Single parents
Nannies
Bikers
Mysteries

 

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