Book Beginnings, First Line Friday, & Friday 56: Rift (Rift Trilogy #1) by Steven James

Book Beginnings is a weekly meme hosted by Rose City Reader that asks you to share the first sentence (or so) of the book you're reading. I'm also linking up with Carrie at Reading is My Superpower for First Line Friday. Friday 56 asks you to grab a book (any book), turn to page 56 or 56% in your ereader and share a non-spoilery sentence or two. It was started by Freda at Freda's Voice, but Anne over at My Head is Full of Books has taken over for the time being.

This week I'm featuring Rift by Steven James. I loved this spooky YA thriller! 

About the Book

Bestselling author Steven James unveils a gripping tale of loss, longing, and courage in his latest young adult horror trilogy, Rift.

Seventeen-year-old Sahara is sent to live in the Appalachian Mountains while wrestling with the tragic loss of her father in an accident she believes she caused. As Sahara battles her inner demons, a mystical rift between the spiritual and physical worlds triggers a chilling string of paranormal events. Nightmares bleed into the waking world, and Sahara must unravel the mysteries hidden within the fabric of her own mind to save those she loves.

Her quest leads to a turbulent exploration of self-forgiveness and resilience amidst unimaginable loss. Author Steven James says, "Sahara's grief becomes a potent catalyst as she confronts supernatural forces threatening her town, delving into the intricate connections between personal anguish and unearthly mysteries."

Rift weaves together ancient mountain folklore with universal themes of loss, guilt, and redemption, resulting in a compelling young adult horror novel. Heart-wrenching vulnerability intersects with spine-chilling suspense, carrying readers on an emotional odyssey that grapples with the power of shame, the fragility of certainty, and the courage required to confront the mistakes of the past.

Brace yourself for a roller coaster of suspense as Steven James invites readers on a dark and thrilling ride through the mysterious corridors between worlds.

Book Beginnings / First Line Friday

Some words have the power to impale your heart.

And sometimes that's quick and merciful.

But sometimes it's terrible and long and torturous and seems like it will never end.

And I've been on both sides of the impaling.

Friday 56

When I'm slow in responding, Grams says, "Sahara, don't you be lettin' pain become your home. The deeper anger grows roots in your heart, the harder it is to weed it out when the time comes. And that time better come."

What have you been reading lately?