Saturday, February 8, 2020

Fountain Dead by Theresa Braun




Audience
Teenagers!


Genre
NA, Horror, Fantasy, Mystery
Pages
187
Recommended For and Similar Reads
Fountain Dead is a haunting, racy, enchanting story for mature teenagers looking for meaning in fantasy. If you love LGBTQ pride, romance, near-past and historic stories, or spooky tales, you must read this book! Similar reads are But Not Forever by Jan Von Schleh, Mrs Peregrine's Home For Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs, and Anna Dressed in Blood by Kendare Blake!


Summary by Author
Mark is uprooted from his home and high school in the Twin Cities and forced to move with his family into a Victorian in Nowhere-ville. Busy with the relocation and fitting in, Mark’s parents don’t see what’s unfolding around them—the way rooms and left behind objects seem alive with a haunted past.
Of course, Mark keeps his ghostly encounters to himself, all the while sinking deeper into the house's dark, alluring, and ultimately terrifying history. As romantic entanglements intensify, the paranormal activity escalates. Past and present come together. Everything is connected—from the bricks in the walls to the hearts beating in their chests, all the secrets of Fountain Dead are finally unearthed.



Our Statements 
Fountain Dead is a must-read for teens looking for meaning in fantasy! It teaches lots of valuable life lessons through the fun fantasy, romance, and ghostly elements. If you’re looking for an easy way to learn about self respect, the normality of sex, or illness, you must read Fountain Dead!
Our Favourite Quotes
“Whether it was a goddess or a mermaid, whatever it was tumbled in fragments. The mossy pieces piled at his feet until there was nothing left.”

“His guy was about to annihilate a crowd of blinking ghosts. Soon his initials would be boasting his domination.”


Review by Emma Katherine
4/5 stars

Initial Impressions: Right off the bat, I see the potential in this book. The introductory paragraphs are heart-wrenching and alluring, completely immersing the reader in the story. After that, I couldn't set it down! Currently a few chapters in, I can see the plot forming: the relationship between Mark, Emma, and their families. I am finding it very easy to relate to the characters, especially Mark, which makes reading easier and more enjoyable. Something else I've enjoyed so far are the time switches: back and forth between Mark's "drab" life in 1988 and Emma's chaotic journey in 1861. I can't wait to continue reading to find out more!

Opinions: In one word: riveting! Fountain Dead is a chaotic-evil story that leaves readers with a chill up their spine and something to think about. I am all-around impressed with Braun's creation; the characters, the conflict, and the ending. The ending was an intense, thought-provoking, satisfying climax that increased the rating by a whole star! The characters were also something to brag about; each of the protagonists, despite their geographical location or location in time, were easily related-to by the readers. Sexual interests and confusion, parental arguments, disturbed dreams, and even ancestry are things modern teenagers ponder, and this book brings them to the table without hesitance or embarrassment. Therefore, in addition to Fountain Dead being an entertaining and enjoyable read, is impressionable and influential to readers. Another star was awarded for the novel's themes and motifs! Overall, Fountain Dead was a fun, quick, irresistible read that I simply could not set down. I completely recommend this to any teen looking for meaning in fantasy!

My Favourite Thing: I adore the themes and lessons taught in Fountain Dead! This story, despite its supernatural motifs, is very realistic and teaches the readers lots of things about self respect, the normality of sex and questioning your preferences, growing up, fighting with your parents and siblings, and respecting your peers. This book is definitely worth the read because of so many important features, most importantly the themes. 
Per FTC regulations, please know that Emma Katherine reviewed this title for commission by the author. Emma Katherine is honest in her reviews, meaning the fact she received the book for commission does not alter the rating she gives it. 

Author Information

Hmmm. What's this? Looks like Ms. Braun left her computer on and her Goodreads bio open.
This should be fun.
What can we say about Theresa? I mean other than the fact that she's weirdly obsessed with smiley faces :-). Like, seriously obsessed >:-*. It's kinda scary :-O.
I think she thinks she's from Renaissance England or Venice or something. I never could figure out which one it was. (She's really bad at doing accents.)
She likes romance novels and crime TV, which are pretty much the same thing when you think about it. Ha! Am I right?
She has a hell of a singing voice. Seriously. It's, like, seventh circle of hell bad.
She likes editing. A lot. Just wait till she gets aload a this.
Cats. Shoes. Chips and salsa. In that order.
Yeah, that last part didn't make sense to me either.


Other Books by Theresa Braun
Theresa Braun has written a mirage of other horror, romance, and fantasy stories that you must check out! Beware that not all of them are appropriate for teenagers!
Dead Over Heels
Deadman’s Tome: Monsters Exist
Groom and Doom
Dying for an Invitation
The Celestial Assignment
Hardened Hearts
Hindered Souls: Dark Tales for Dark Nights
Strange Behaviors: An Anthology of Absolute Luridity
Under the Bed Vol. 04 No. 08

Links and References
Twitter: @tbraun_author
Instagram: theresa.anne.braun
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