Today, fellow Catholic Writers Guild member and friend, Erin McCole Cupp, presents her latest release. If you're a fan of Jane Eyre and you like dystopian fiction, don't miss "Unclaimed"! Here are editorial blurbs to whet your whistle and a purchase link is included!
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"Unclaimed,
the Memoirs of Jane E, Friendless Orphan,
is a book set in a future world created by Erin McCole Cupp. Her
imaginings may just be how our planet and its population turn out if
the negative forces we see in this day and age are left unchecked.
This genre of writing is something I've never read before and to be
honest, I've never read the book Jane Eyre either, so for me the
story line is all new. That being said, the book captivated me from
the start and I was impressed by Cupp's creativity and her flair for
descriptive prose. I read it in one sitting and I'm looking forward
to reading the other two books in the trilogy." Amanda
Lauer,
A
World Such as Heaven Intended
“Most
of us have a favorite story that we have re-read a few times. Perhaps
we enjoy the plotline, the character development or the writing
style. But no matter how many times we re-read a story, nothing will
quite compare to the thrill, excitement and anticipation of that
first read. Until now. Erin McCole Cupp has taken the classic,
beloved tale of Jane
Eyre
and reawoken all those joys of reading a story for the first time.
Jane is truly Jane, though now she can speak multiple languages, send
encrypted messages, fight, and travel around the world with a perks
ring instead of a credit card. It doesn't matter if you've read Jane
Eyre
a dozen times or have never once opened the cover. Unclaimed
will speak to your soul and challenge you to see our present world
with new eyes.” Kate
Taliaferro, Daily
Graces
“In
a style that's engaging and unputdownable, Erin McCole Cupp grabs
readers, sucks them into her world, and makes Jane E a part of our
hearts. Be warned: you'll finish this book and demand the next one.”
Sarah
Reinhard,
Word
by Word: Slowing Down with the Hail Mary
"A
riveting, heart-wrenching retelling of Charlotte Bronte's classic
novel, Unclaimed
packs a punch that brings the timeless truth of the original Jane
Eyre
to Millenials, Generation Z, and beyond. Bravo! Bring on the next
installment..." Antony
Barone Kolenc, The
Chronicles of Xan Trilogy
“If
you needed proof that Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte is a timeless
classic, Unclaimed:
The Memoirs of Jane E, Friendless Orphan—Book 1 is
it. Erin McCole Cupp expertly re-imagines Jane as among America’s
least wanted in the near future: an unclaimed embryo brought to life
but unloved then laboring anonymously half a world away from home.
Interestingly, Jane’s hidden existence in a quasi-school/sweatshop
extends beyond merely weaving textiles, but hidden messages as well.
Her only solace is the companionship of the ill Aidann, whose
backstory is also modernized, and the compassion of her instructor
Bhenji Nealingson. Unclaimed
takes the dear reader to Jane’s first encounter with her absentee
employer Mr. Thorne in his fortress beneath the American desert. Jane
Eyre
has long been a favorite of mine, and I enjoyed the first part of
this retelling immensely. While appealing to the modern reader’s
ear, it remains faithful to the truth of the original, even retaining
the charm and tone of Bronte’s voice. You do not, however, have to
have read Jane
Eyre
to enjoy Jane E. Much like the character herself, chin lifted high,
it can stand on its own.” Carolyn
Astfalk,
Stay
With Me
"Unclaimed is
gripping and creative. The futuristic topics are thought-provoking
and compelling. With its well-developed characters, the reader
connects to their stories with ease. The suspenseful events make it
hard to put down. The pro-life issues it raises are currently heading
society down a similar path. Brilliant and inspiring with a unique
blend of genres. This book is for classic and sci-fi fans alike. It
will leave the reader anxiously waiting for the next installment."
Tanya
Weitzel, Catholicsimplicites.com,
Catholicmom.com
Contributor
"Science fiction readers will love the creative futuristic elements in Unclaimed by Erin McCole Cupp. At times humorous and other times heart-wrenching, this story delves into issues worth considering as society advances. Having developed a strong connection to Jane E, I found myself incredibly moved by a climactic scene where faith plays out in a natural but powerful way. Unclaimed: The Memoirs of Jane E will leave you wanting more." Theresa Linden, The Chasing Liberty Trilogy
"Jane
Eyre does
not need to be updated. It needs to be read and re-read and
treasured for its timelessness. But too often, the people of a
world obsessed with progress refuse to remember the wisdom of the
past. Sometimes, an author must dress the eighteenth century in
futuristic salawar
kameez to
remind the present day that the human story never changes. Whether
in Georgian England or the global community of a technocratic future,
there will always be orphans who can teach the rest of us how to
love, if we will only take the time to learn. This is the
reason we need books like Unclaimed." Karen
Ullo, Jennifer
the Damned
"This
dystopian spin on Jane
Eyre transports
the reader into a world that, disturbingly, seems just around the
corner. I was captivated by Jane E's boldness and resilience as she
navigated the challenging circumstances of living with a genetic
defect in a designer-gene world. Erin McCole Cupp's novel is a blend
of three genres I rarely read (19th-century novel, dystopian fiction
and fanfic) and it's definitely a combo that works." Barbara
Szyszkiewicz,
Editor, CatholicMom.com
"I
really enjoyed [Unclaimed]
because it was quite different from anything out there right now; the
setting, the voice and the story... a good addition to any library or
home." Anna
delC Dye, Kingdom
by the Sea
"Unclaimed,
a remake of Jane Eyre, has all of the sophistication of the original
and an intriguing, futuristic spin that makes the book hard to put
down." Dawn
Witzke, The
Catholic Underground
"This
is a genre I'm not very familiar with, so my expectations were a
blank slate when I embarked. Before I could catch my breath, I was
completely absorbed into the setting, and developing a maternal love
for the endearing main character, Jane. I so desperately wanted Jane
to find hope, love and acceptance, and her journey towards these
things resonated deeply within me. As well, the element of faith in
this novel absolutely intrigued me, and I cannot wait to read more of
Jane's story!" Tiffany
W., Life of a
Catholic Librarian
"[Unclaimed] is
a dystopian sci-fi take on Charlotte Bronte’s well-loved
gothic/romantic novel. Jane Eyre, as a person and as a story,
translates well into a new setting--a near-future cultural mélange
that will make Browncoats smile while Bronte lovers nod along to the
beat. Erin McCole Cupp has got something here. With barely a bump in
a smoothly-written narrative, she combines faith and philosophy with
a familiar-but-new story and delivers an ending that’s a pleasantly
cruel tease of the gothic that will leave fans checking the release
date of the next volume." Joseph
Wetterling, The
Baptized Imagination
"As
deftly and intricately woven as the 'contracts' that the Naomi girls
produce in the story, Unclaimed tells
the powerful story of Jane E, an unclaimed embryo who has grown up in
foster care without the love of a family.... This is a riveting
story, set in the not-too-distant future, that raises many questions
about the morality of reproductive technology and the effects of it
on a society that does not value human life for itself, but for what
it can provide for others." Amy
M. Bennett,
The
Black Horse Campground Mysteries
"Unclaimed is
a unique take on the classic Jane
Eyre but
it's much more than that. When I started it I kept trying to compare
it to the Bronte version but instead I ended up getting swept up in
the story and just going along for the ride. The settings and
cultural details of this world immerse you in the story. It really
doesn't matter if you are a Jane
Eyre fan.
If you like original science fiction then this is the book for
you." Sherrie
Palmer, Sherrie's
Scriptorium
"What
a great read! Jane
E has
Hollywood written all over it: strong, complex characters; rich
settings, adversity, action and intrigue—it’s all here in this
modern updating of Jane
Eyre.
I couldn’t put it down!" Rhonda
Ortiz, The
Virtuous Jane Austen
"A
brave and thought-provoking story rich with vivid details and
authentic, memorable characters." Therese
Heckenkamp, After
the Thaw
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The amazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Unclaimed-Memoirs-Jane-Friendless-Orphan-ebook/dp/B01HVKQ3NY/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1468102216&sr=1-1&keywords=erin+mccole+cupp
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