Darla Jade and the Balance of the Universe

by D. L. Reynolds

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Book Details

Language : English

Publication Date : 11/11/2011

Format : Softcover

Dimensions : 5.5x8.5

Page Count : 371

ISBN : 9781462887620

Format : Hardcover

Dimensions : 5.5x8.5

Page Count : 371

ISBN : 9781462887637

Format : E-Book

Dimensions : 5.5x8.5

Page Count : 371

ISBN : 9781462887644

About the Book

WINNER OF HONORABLE MENTION FOR BEST YOUNG ADULT NOVEL OF 2012

Darla Jade used to be a normal thirteen year old girl, that is, before she was called from her grave by Striker. She didn’t know she’d been dead. Darla wobbled trying to stand on the cold dirt above her casket. The wind tingled as it blew across the newly grown skin of her body. She didn’t know where she was. She didn’t know what was happening. But… this couldn’t be good. Terror exploded within her as Striker sent Johnny to Hell, and a wave of Demons swarmed out of an abyss to claim him. Darla broke down in tears wishing she’d never been called. She prayed that she wouldn’t be sent to Hell!

Things improve for her while attending school in Heaven at the Heaven-Sent Academy. Darla starts up the Guardian Club with her new friends Katie and Marie. All is well, until she slips down to Earth with Buddie the Unicorn to watch the Bolting game, where the Demon Brimstone attacks them.

Little did Darla know she’d play an important role in the coming battle between Good and Evil. The fate of the world lies in the hands of Darla Jade and the Guardians. Will they find the courage to stand against Evil? Can they prevail against the dark forces and restore the fragile Balance of the Universe?

Find out in Darla Jade and the Balance of the Universe, book one of the Guardian Series. A fantastic set of adventures where Heaven and Hell collide in the unique world and universe of the Guardians. These exciting tales are for those who are strong at heart and brave in soul. You’ll soar alongside our heroes as a Guardian yourself, battling Evil to the end. And you must! Because, without you…we are doomed!

About the Author

D. L. Reynolds couldn’t be reached for comments. The author is off with the Guardians chronicling their next adventure. We’d have chased them down and got the scoop, but as you know, people on Earth can’t cross the Haze. The Staff www.dlreynolds.co

Customer Reviews

"Darla Jade and the Balance of the Universe is part of an exciting YA series for fans of fantasy, adventure and Christian literature.

The story begins in a cemetery when 13-year old Darla Jade's soul is 'raised from her grave' by Striker, the creature that calls the souls at the resurrection before they're to go to either Heaven or Hell. Darla is sent to Heaven while another boy, Johnny, is sent to into the vortex of Hell. Once in Heaven, Darla must attend school for training as a Guardian Angel--or Guardian, for short. There, she makes friends but also has a tough time controlling her temper and rudeness. She keeps getting demerits for bad behavior. However, Darla is brave and good at heart and this is what matters, especially because, as the story develops, it becomes clear that she is 'The One,' the Guardian who will save the world from Evil. In the Heaven academy, Darla learns a lot from famous teachers such as Leonardo DaVinci, Tesla and Benjamin Franklin.

Meantime, down in Hell, Johnny and other demons are planning to tip the Balance of the Universe in the forms of a evil storm on earth. For this to succeed, Darla must be destroyed, for she is the only one who can stop it and bring the Balance back.

I have a lot of good things to say about this YA fantasy: the pace is quick, with lots of dialogue and action scenes; the worlds of Heaven and Hell are rich, intriguing and imaginative. Author D. L. Reynolds certainly has a flair for world building. What I especially like about it is that the world building doesn't come in information dumps that slow down the pace, but instead it's incorporated into the scenes with the action and dialogue. One aspect that got my attention, though--and this is only an observation--is that the first several chapters of the story read more like middle grade (for ages 8-12), and it is only after some time that the plot acquires more 'heavy' elements which are mo

"Mayra Calvani, Mayra's Secret Bookcase"
It was awesome! I recommend this book to anyone who liked Harry Potter. Another great fantasy series is getting started and I found it first.

Jolene
I love this book.

Carrie Bell
"Darla Jade and the Balance of the Universe is part of an exciting YA series for fans of fantasy, adventure and Christian literature.

The story begins in a cemetery when 13-year old Darla Jade's soul is 'raised from her grave' by Striker, the creature that calls the souls at the resurrection before they're to go to either Heaven or Hell. Darla is sent to Heaven while another boy, Johnny, is sent to into the vortex of Hell. Once in Heaven, Darla must attend school for training as a Guardian Angel--or Guardian, for short. There, she makes friends but also has a tough time controlling her temper and rudeness. She keeps getting demerits for bad behavior. However, Darla is brave and good at heart and this is what matters, especially because, as the story develops, it becomes clear that she is 'The One,' the Guardian who will save the world from Evil. In the Heaven academy, Darla learns a lot from famous teachers such as Leonardo DaVinci, Tesla and Benjamin Franklin.

Meantime, down in Hell, Johnny and other demons are planning to tip the Balance of the Universe in the forms of a evil storm on earth. For this to succeed, Darla must be destroyed, for she is the only one who can stop it and bring the Balance back.

I have a lot of good things to say about this YA fantasy: the pace is quick, with lots of dialogue and action scenes; the worlds of Heaven and Hell are rich, intriguing and imaginative. Author D. L. Reynolds certainly has a flair for world building. What I especially like about it is that the world building doesn't come in information dumps that slow down the pace, but instead it's incorporated into the scenes with the action and dialogue. One aspect that got my attention, though--and this is only an observation--is that the first several chapters of the story read more like middle grade (for ages 8-12), and it is only after some time that the plot acquires more 'heavy' elements which are mo

Mayra Calvani
"If you are looking for and escape from the mundane. Then look no further. This book is full of adventure and fantastic characters, that you cant help but to cheer for. "

Amanda Palicki
This is by far the most exciting book I have had the pleasure to read in a long time. If faith and adenture is what you seek this will have you at the eadge of your seat praying for more. The entire family was mesmerized by the power and honor of the guardians and we stand with them on the quest through our lives. I suggest you read this now and prepare yourself for a journey you have never seen but felt was always there.

D. Kelly

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