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Ruination: Bold YA Dystopian Trilogy Breaks All Self-Publishing Convention; Capturing Global Audience as Critics Hail Genre "Insanely Popular"

Amanda Thome’s ‘Ruination’ forms volume one of the eagerly-awaited ‘Worlds Apart’ trilogy. But Thome hasn’t created just “any old” self-published novel; her masterfully-crafted debut fuses a suspense-filled dystopian adventure with a thought-provoking exploration of fantastical societies and their struggles. By leaving readers with plenty to think about in the real world, Thome is showcasing the best of self-publishing’s opportunities and hopes to quash the inaccurate stigma indie authors are forced to face.

 

San Antonio, TX -- (SBWIRE) -- 09/15/2014 -- Most indie authors use their first release to simply test the literary waters. However, Texas—based Amanda Thome is rapidly proving that a self-published debut novel is also an opportunity to rival a genre’s bestsellers.

‘Ruination’ has been described by critics as the perfect complement to smash-hit YA dystopian franchises such as ‘The Hunger Games’ and ‘Roth’s Divergent’; but a book that is still wholly-unique as it compels readers to enter the minds of its characters and question the struggles humanity would face in a dystopian world. Would they have the brevity to follow in the heroine’s footsteps as action, adventure and romance collides around them?

‘Ruination’ is volume one of the wider ‘Worlds Apart’ trilogy. Years of diligent development have created a world that’s frighteningly-believable and vivid; a welcomed trend-bucker in a genre some feel is getting a little too far-fetched.
Synopsis:
What if everything came down to a single test? If your life was defined at seventeen, could you handle it? Could you accept your fate leaving the ones you love, or would you risk it all and stay?

One test stands between Vanessa and Central. One chance to make the leap across the walls to a better life. At seventeen, Central considers Vanessa an adult. Her labor role, marriage, and housing divisions will be dictated by her performance on the leap.

Dedication and unfaltering friendship has bonded Vanessa to Garrett as they fight for their chance to leap into Central. But what happens when love overtakes reason? When defiance in the name of love creates an unintentional fracture in their nation.

Without warning Vanessa is at the mercy of the nation that’s supposed to protect her. Exiled and abandoned she must fight but she find’s she’s not alone. With her heart divided she seeks her revenge, but will her stand be enough?

“A dystopian society would face many struggles but also its share of triumphs. My narrative seeks to engross readers in this new society and literally put them in the place of my characters – asking all of the same questions and sharing all of the same concerns,” explains Thome.

Continuing, “I am well aware of the adversity and stigma indie authors face; their work is often discredited before its read. I want to prove that indie authors can produce work on par with and better than established bestsellers who took the traditional route to publishing. It is time someone paved the way to indie authors’ collective success through leading by example.”

Since its release, readers have left an abundance of positive reviews that capture the heart of Thome’s goals for the series.

Emily Hinojosa comments, “A MUST read! Amanda Thome has captured the spirit of the all-encompassing writer. This work has it all: excellent plot, intriguing back stories, mystery, passion, fear, anger, love, and so much more.”

Katie adds, “She (Thome) takes you on a unpredictable journey through the eyes of the characters that always keeps you guessing. And then....the ending......AHH! Excellent read, and one that I will recommend to anyone and everyone! I really hope Amanda Thome continues to write more books, because I will continue to read them!”

‘Ruination’, published by Athena Alley Press, is available now: http://amzn.to/1tPpEIy

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About Amanda Thome
Amanda grew up in Maine and later moved to Pennsylvania where she obtained her bachelor's degree from Ursinus College. She later received her doctorate degree in Physical Therapy from Columbia University. Amanda currently resides in San Antonio, TX with her husband Clint.