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9/1/2021

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The Pearl in the Darkness
Light of Mine Series Book 1
by Santana Saunders
Genre: Apocalyptic Fantasy 

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IMMERSE YOURSELF IN THE POWERFUL 2020 DEBUT NOVEL FROM SANTANA SAUNDERS

“We went too far. Father is mad. No one make a sound…”

Filled with the suspense and lyrical writing that draws readers to The Stand by Stephen King, a witty humor in the tradition of Andy Weir, The Martian, and a fierce female lead for fans of The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.


In a not-so-distant future, recurring acts of terrorism lead to the abolishment of all religion. Believers taking a stand against the ruling are placed in institutions. All existing Bibles, Quranands and Vedas are destroyed—or so they thought.

Leora Smith, a witty, thirty-year-old medical transcriptionist, lives a quiet life due to a debilitating disorder and unwavering faith that must be kept hidden. Her world is turned upside down when a celestial being informs her of the forthcoming apocalypse and assigns her to recruit experts imperative to the subsistence of the society that will remain when the dust settles.

Each recruit has a story that can only be seen behind closed doors. Leora’s childhood friend and numerous enlightened allies band together in an effort to persuade the best and brightest.

As nature bends in accordance to the plan, Leora's preconceived notions of everything good and evil are about to be tested.



★ PRAISE FOR THE PEARL IN THE DARKNESS ★

"Let me just say it kept me up at night thinking about it for days afterwards…I can’t wait for the second book in the series!” @what_banana_read

“The settings were vivid, I felt like I was in the middle of this crazy ride.”@annewithapen

“…it was so addictive to read— I wanted more! If you’re looking for a unique dystopian fantasy this one is for you!” @desireesbookcorner

“…that ending really shook me. It was very unexpected and now I’m stalking Santana’s Instagram for hints on the sequel.”@bookish.and.blue

“Clever, fun, unexpected…If you like fantasy with unexpected twists you’ll enjoy this.”@coffee_then_words



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Santana Saunders grew up along the Missouri River in rural North Dakota, where the sandbars were far-off lands and the canoes were pirate ships.

Santana went on to pursue a career in marketing, and creative writing went on the back-burner. In 2019, she and her family found themselves relocating to Florida. Sandbars and canoes quickly became beaches and ocean. This change of scenery inspired her to return to writing.

Today, she is a Florida-based author of fantasy and thriller novels. When she isn't reading or writing stories she is playing at the beach with her husband and three daughters or attempting a DIY home project that will surely take weeks longer than anticipated to accomplish.



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How The Pearl in the Darkness Came To Be

by Santana Saunders

The story all started with the idea of a rather reclusive character, Leo Smith, who would have to break out of her shell to recruit individuals that would remain after the apocalypse. Then I thought, what if she’s living in a world where believing in a supreme being that cannot be seen is forbidden? It quickly unraveled from there. I was shocked at all the new characters that developed in her world, and how easily they grew in their own important role. Some days, I fell in love with them and the next I despised them. It was an emotional rollercoaster in a good way.

One of my favorite characters to write was the Archangel Michael. I wanted his physical description and the way he carried himself to conflict with the general stereotype we have given celestial beings. I gave him quite a disheveled appearance and a sarcastic sense of humor. He knew if Leo was to stand tall in front of skeptics, she would need some practice handling rejection. It was just what she needed to step outside of her fears and into the opportunity in front of her.

Once the recruitment phase of her story had been completed, I knew it was time for the world around her to fade to dark— and that it did! Writing all of the apocalyptic scenes was a rush. I found myself hunched over my laptop on an adrenaline rush far too late each night. Those were some of my favorite scenes. The ones that left my heart racing and reminded me that you can’t have the light without the dark.   


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48 Comments
Bernie Wallace
9/1/2021 05:53:05 am

How long did it take you to write your book?

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Santana Saunders
9/7/2021 01:27:40 pm

I had the idea for years, but it took me 10 months to knock this one out.

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Michele Soyer
9/1/2021 06:36:09 am

I love the cover art. That pearl is just lovely.Best of luck with the tour and thank you.

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Shirley Ann Speakman
9/1/2021 09:41:57 am

Sounds like a very intriguing story.

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Kari B
9/1/2021 10:32:16 am

Sounds like the kind of novel that will really make the reader think.

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Wendy Jensen
9/1/2021 11:35:49 am

The book details sound very interesting.

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Rita Wray
9/1/2021 11:59:34 am

Sounds like a good book.

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Marcy Meyer
9/1/2021 12:35:10 pm

I like the cover. It looks great.

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Kelly D
9/1/2021 02:05:54 pm

The book details are great, it has a unique plot.

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Jon Heil
9/1/2021 02:08:34 pm

Lighting things up to show the way!

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Sherry
9/1/2021 02:26:27 pm

Looks like a very interesting book.

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Beyond Comps
9/1/2021 03:07:15 pm

Great cover!

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Elizabeth H.
9/1/2021 03:49:06 pm

First of all, the cover is gorgeous.

Secondly, I enjoyed reading the guest post with Santana Saunders. Fantasy is one of my favorite genres to read because anything is possible. I like that when you gave Leo the fantasy setting, it unlocked so many possibilities and unveiled awesome characters which may have not been created otherwise.

I admire authors that challenge stereotypes and turning well-known beings/ideas onto their sides, giving them a whole new depth, as with your approach to the Archangel Michael.

And lastly, who doesn't love reading an apocalyptical scene?

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Santana Saunders
9/7/2021 01:29:47 pm

Thank you Elizabeth! I had a lot of fun giving this one a unique spin🖤 The sequel will be out soon!

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Susan Smith
9/1/2021 03:51:48 pm

Sounds like an interesting book. I like the cover.

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Terri Quick
9/1/2021 04:06:54 pm

Cool cover

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Debbie P
9/1/2021 08:33:37 pm

This sounds like a really good read.

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bn100
9/1/2021 10:19:34 pm

cover's nice

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wendy hutton
9/2/2021 03:18:07 pm

this book sounds very interesting

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David Basile
9/2/2021 07:52:53 pm



Looks like a good book.

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Angela Heerde
9/2/2021 09:28:23 pm

I like book details

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Cynthia C
9/3/2021 10:28:42 am

It sounds like an interesting story.

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Ann Fantom
9/3/2021 12:04:26 pm

This sounds like an interesting book and I also like the cover.

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David Hollingsworth
9/3/2021 12:25:18 pm

Really creative cover!

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beth shepherd
9/3/2021 05:03:29 pm

This looks like a great read

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Thomas Gibson
9/4/2021 03:43:02 am

Cover looks awesome! Excerpt is intriguing. Great work!

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Barbara Montag
9/4/2021 08:22:36 am

I like everything about this - genre title & cover!
Thank you for sharing it with us.

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Paige Chandler
9/4/2021 01:37:29 pm

wow.hat a fantasy. must read.

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Julie Lundstrom
9/4/2021 02:15:17 pm

I like the cover of this book.

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Abigail Gibson
9/4/2021 06:38:14 pm

sounds like a great book

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Amy F
9/6/2021 02:37:37 pm

Intriguing cover design!

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Azeem Isaahaque
9/6/2021 09:01:25 pm

Looks like an interesting book

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Laurie Nykaza
9/6/2021 11:42:06 pm

I like the cover and think the book looks really interesting.

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Ellie Wright
9/8/2021 07:55:35 pm

Sounds like a great book. I'm looking forward to reading it.

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Sarah L
9/11/2021 01:21:13 am

Looks like an interesting book.
Thanks for the contest. 

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SB
9/15/2021 02:54:03 am

Awesome cover! Sounds intriguing

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Jamie Martin link
9/23/2021 03:15:36 pm

Do you have any advice for new writers?

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Melissa
9/23/2021 03:58:52 pm

great plot and i love the cover!

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Danielle Day
9/23/2021 07:10:32 pm

I like it!

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Dave Gibb
9/26/2021 08:56:44 pm

wow so awesome

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Ken Ohl
9/27/2021 12:35:55 pm

this book looks intriguing

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Daniel M
9/30/2021 02:35:36 pm

like the cover

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Renata
9/30/2021 11:34:16 pm

Nice cover!

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Christina Pearce
10/1/2021 04:06:53 pm

I am so excited!

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jose rosado
10/1/2021 04:15:40 pm

What do you think of the book details? Do you have any questions for the author?


A very good blurb

THX

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Jen R
10/1/2021 09:28:54 pm

The book details looks interesting.

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Anita Jude
10/1/2021 10:04:40 pm

The book sounds great

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Jennifer Mckelvey-Galindo
10/1/2021 10:33:31 pm

You had me with celestial beings. I love angels and demons!

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