This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Free Book Program, which is open to all readers and is completely free. The author will provide you with a free copy of their book in exchange for an honest review. You and the author will discuss what sites you will post your review to and what kind of copy of the book you would like to receive (eBook, PDF, Word, paperback, etc.). To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Review Exchange Program, which is open to all authors and is completely free. Simply put, you agree to provide an honest review an author's book in exchange for the author doing the same for you. What sites your reviews are posted on (B&N, Amazon, etc.) and whether you send digital (eBook, PDF, Word, etc.) or hard copies of your books to each other for review is up to you. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email, and be sure to describe your book or include a link to your Readers' Favorite review page or Amazon page.
This author participates in the Readers' Favorite Book Donation Program, which was created to help nonprofit and charitable organizations (schools, libraries, convalescent homes, soldier donation programs, etc.) by providing them with free books and to help authors garner more exposure for their work. This author is willing to donate free copies of their book in exchange for reviews (if circumstances allow) and the knowledge that their book is being read and enjoyed. To begin, click the purple email icon to send this author a private email. Be sure to tell the author who you are, what organization you are with, how many books you need, how they will be used, and the number of reviews, if any, you would be able to provide.
Reviewed by Ammaarah Seboa for Readers' Favorite
Hidden Truths by L.M. Hatchell follows Emma, an empath, who works as an administrator at The Archives, which forms part of the lowest level of the Department for Protection and Integration of the Gifted (DPIG). After doing a search on Patrick Ryan and coming up blank, Emma’s life is turned upside down. When her best friend is attacked and the dots start to connect, Emma realizes that her life could be in danger. Following cryptic messages and with more kids going missing, Emma realizes that this situation is bigger than a few missing records.
L.M. Hatchell’s Hidden Truths had me turning the pages quicker than I could read, and wanting more. The story is set in the present and hinges on the idea of illegal government experiments which have resulted in the Gifted Gene being passed down. Emma is an empath and fully aware of her capabilities. However, when cornered she discovers a capability she never knew before. The events that take place were neatly woven together. It just needed one person to cut the figurative thread to unravel the truth. One theme that I saw echoed throughout the novella was trust. This is especially true when taking that leap of faith and hoping that you made the right decision. I would like to see more of Emma’s neighbor Mrs. Robinson and discover any other surprises there might be in store for us. Perhaps even a romance between Emma and Agent McNamara. Can’t wait to sink my teeth into the rest of the series!
