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Blackbirch: The Dark Half Paperback – July 17, 2020

by K M Allan (Author)
4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 12 ratings
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Now that the origins of his power have been revealed, Josh Taylor's search for answers continues with the arrival of Kallie-a girl he thought only existed in his dreams.

Running from her own secrets, she shows Josh how to use his gift in ways he didn't know were possible. But, as they push the limits of their abilities, they discover there are consequences to messing with magick.

Security guard Kered knows the repercussions. Finding a power-filled crystal, he starts a chain reaction that brings a dangerous foe from Kallie's past to Blackbirch and forces a devastating choice. Is Josh and Kallie's bond strong enough to save them? And will their magick have the power to stop a darkness intent on destroying everything Josh has left?

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  1. Book 2 of 4
    Blackbirch
  2. Print length
    254 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    K.M. Allan
  5. Publication date
    July 17, 2020
  6. Grade level
    3 - 7
  7. Reading age
    13 - 18 years
  8. Dimensions
    5.5 x 0.58 x 8.5 inches
  9. ISBN-10
    0648773027
  10. ISBN-13
    978-0648773023
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"K.M. Allan has a great YA voice and there is always plenty of action. All the twists and turns kept me guessing and I loved the cliff hanger ending." - 5 Star Goodreads Review

"A mystical, magical must-read." - 5 Star Goodreads Review

"K.M. Allan is the Queen of cliffhangers! The end of this novel blew my mind." - 5 Star Goodreads Review

"Well, what a rollercoaster that was! A blistering pace set up like an action movie, Blackbirch: The Dark Half is an intense ride from the word go." - 5 Star Goodreads Review

"This addition to the series gives more depth to the characters, and is just as beautifully vivid as I expected. There's a lot of action and tension throughout." - 5 Star Goodreads Review

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ K.M. Allan (July 17, 2020)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 254 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0648773027
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0648773023
  • Reading age ‏ : ‎ 13 - 18 years
  • Grade level ‏ : ‎ 3 - 7
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 11.5 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.58 x 8.5 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars 12 ratings

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K.M. Allan is an identical twin, but not the evil one. She started her career penning beauty articles for a hairstyling website and now powers herself with chocolate and green tea while she writes novels and blogs about writing.

When she’s not creating YA stories full of hidden secrets, nightmares, and powerful magic, she likes to read, binge-watch too much TV, spend time with family, and take more photos than she will ever humanly need.

Visit her website, www.kmallan.com, to discover the mysteries of the universe. Or at the very least, some good writing tips.

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  • Ms. Laurie J. Bell
    5.0 out of 5 stars The twists just keep on coming.
    Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2020
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    There are new enemies, new mysteries, new secrets and new friends. And not everyone is telling the truth. The dark half explores what is dark in all of us. Everyone has two sides. What they show to the world and what they keep hidden. Well, what if you saw both sides?

    Book two jumps in where book one left off. Josh has come into his magic but is desperate to learn more about it. Kallie, the girl he thought only existed in his dreams, is real and has come to show him how to use his magic. But she is hunted and haunted by her past. Now it is Josh’s turn to save her.

    This is a terrific action packed book. Magic and spells and crystals abound. Someone is collecting magic and Josh and Kallie are on his list. Just when you think you have this story pegged you are hit with a new twist. Cleverly plotted, this story is well told and full of mystery. Author K.M. Allan will keep you hooked to the very end. Over and over I sat up and went, “Ooooo!” I can’t wait to read the next installment.
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  • Amazon Customer
    5.0 out of 5 stars Terrific!!
    Reviewed in the United States on September 8, 2020
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    This story was a whirlwind. So many surprises and twists. Well done K.M.! I cannot wait for the next book. I highly recommend this to everyone! What a terrific story! It was so nice to visit Blackbirch again.
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  • Felix I.D. Dimaro
    3.0 out of 5 stars Tension-Filled and Action-packed
    Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2021
    “The Dark Half” is book two of the “Blackbirch” series by K.M. Allan. And while I didn’t enjoy this one as much as I did the first, there were still plenty of fun, action-packed and tension filled moments in the story.

    The main characters play well off each other, and the author makes it easy to imagine being in their situation, getting into spots of trouble here and there but with witchcraft and evil sorcerers involved.

    The Dark Half is classified as Young Adult fiction, but I felt as though it was geared toward an even younger audience. I could see myself enjoying this one more as a pre-teen.

    My main issue with most books involving magic that isn’t clearly defined is that, generally, any conflict that comes up is inevitably solved by a previously vaguely described or unexplained form of magic (or magick, in this one), and I can’t always suspend my disbelief to that level.

    I would recommend this book to the youths, but I wouldn’t feel right without adding the caveat that there is essentially zero diversity in this series. That’s not something that matters to everyone, nor is it an author’s obligation to write something diverse, but it stood out to me and I feel it’s worth mentioning.
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  • Paula Mason
    5.0 out of 5 stars A worthy second installment
    Reviewed in the United States on August 12, 2020
    The long awaited (no, feels like Kate released book 1 last week) second installment in the Blackbirch series is out, and this time Josh meets the girl of his strange dreams in book 1. Spurred on not only to learn more about his magick, but about her too, the pair get closer and Josh’s friends look into her past. Things don’t add up. With murder and death plaguing Kallie, Josh is determined to support her, but inevitable twists and turns have you guessing the entire way through.

    Josh’s history and familial ties are further explored in this book, and the overall arc of this series is slowly building. Kate balances the here and now, the setting, the backdrop and budding relationships with the secondary characters seamlessly. Looking forward to the next one.
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    5.0 out of 5 stars The Queen of Cliffhangers
    Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 30, 2020
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    K.M. Allan is the Queen of cliffhangers! The end of this novel blew my mind. But back to the beginning...The Dark Half picks up from where The Beginning left off, a really satisfying transition between the two Blackbirch stories. This addition to the series gives more depth to the characters, and is just as beautifully vivid as I expected. There's alot of action and tension throughout. Experiencing Josh's growth and discovery of power is exciting and so satisfying. Max I adore, he represents the awkwardness and the anxiety and humour that I think is in all of us. And, because it has to be mentioned again, THAT ENDING!!! I need book 3 already!!! A mystical, magical must-read.
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  • Donna Allan
    5.0 out of 5 stars Can’t wait for more
    Reviewed in Australia on February 10, 2021
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    Love this book. Lots of surprise and action. Characters are amazing. Story well paced. Can’t wait for the next one.
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  • Veronica Strachan
    4.0 out of 5 stars Dark and devious
    Reviewed in Australia on September 11, 2020
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    There's action, romance, and mystery for our young protagonist, Josh in the town of Blackbirch as he learns more about his unusual magick, and explores friendship and first love. Allan takes this second book in the series through some unexpectedly dark and devious twists, with betrayal and lust for power driving a sharp plot.
    And the hooks are well and truly in for the third volume, with unanswered mysteries and a quest to fulfil for Josh and his friends.
    A great read.
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