Interview with Isabella Ruiz - Bestselling Author of The Darkest War
Are you a fantasy reader? What about royal fantasy? Today I have the honor of having teen author Isabella Ruiz on the blog! This girl is amazing, and I can't wait for you to learn more about her and book two of her new duology, The Darkest War. Read on for our conversation and for more information about the book!
The Darkest War Duology
BOOK TWO - THE EVANESCENT HOPE
Lucien Foster has taken The Night from the newly crowned, and married, Queen of The Day, Isadora Seneca. She is ready to take her kingdom back, but there is just one problem... she has no army. To protect herself she must hide out, letting the people think she had been killed in Lucien's attack. Drykan Seneca isn't ready to forgive his wife Isadora after he finds out that she betrayed him and both their kingdoms. Whilst he holds a grudge against her, he must also navigate his grief for his family. Can Isadora and Drykan make amends and take The Night back from Lucien?
INTERVIEW WITH ISABELLA RUIZ
Hi, Isabella! I’m so happy to have you here and to talk about the release of your newest book, The Evanescent Hope! To start us off, would you mind sharing a bit about yourself and what you write?
Yes, of course! My name is Isabella Ruiz. I’m a bestselling teen author from Southern Alabama who writes to entertain and inspire with stories of hope in dark times.
What is the inspiration behind The Darkest War series and what prompted you to write it?
I started The Darkest War as a way to process some things I was dealing with, mainly grief from losing my father to cancer. I began writing it a month after his passing, and found it was very therapeutic. The next thing I knew, I fell in love with the world I’d created, and with the characters I had poured so much into, and I knew I had to finish this book, which just led to another, and another.
What is the most valuable thing writing this story has taught you?
Life can be difficult, but there is always some good in it to be found. In any case, we must keep on keeping on, and giving up isn't an option.
What was the most difficult aspect of writing The Evanescent Hope?
Two really important characters are upset at each other for the majority of the book, and I can't say that I loved writing that. I just wanted them to forgive each other and move on, to be honest.
What was the best part?
Exploring the emotions of the characters, and creating new ones. A lot of new characters are introduced in TEH, and one of them is hands down my favorite character I've ever written.
What do you hope readers glean from this story?
That forgiveness is important, and you don't have forever with the people you love, so you should make the most of it.
Which character do you resonate with the most, and why?
Rhory Alesarien. He’s a new character, and my favorite of all time, but the guy has been through quite a lot. Our personalities can be very similar at times, and he’s a slight self-insert, truthfully.
What is one you wish to achieve as an author?
I’d love to see my book in a chain bookstore, like Books a Million or Barnes & Noble. So far, it’s been in a local bookstore, a book box, and a library, though.
If you could go back in time to when you first started writing, what advice would you give to your younger self?
For the love of all things, please write your stories chronologically, Isabella.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Isabella Ruiz is a teenage author from Southern Alabama who aims to inspire and entertain with her stories of hope in dark times and fantastical adventures. With almost five years of writing experience, and several full length novels under her belt, she is excited to share her love of books with the world.
Learn more about Isabella and her books!
LET'S TALK
I haven't read a good royal-core book in a long time! What is a royal fantasy you've read? Have you read Isabella's books? Isn't that cover breathtaking? I'd love to hear from you in the comments!
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