"Ess really knocked it out of the park with this one! It’s all at once a fantasy, romance, and suspense novel, with themes of LGBTQ+ representation and the importance of belonging mixed in." -GoodReads Reviewer
"Wow! Where to begin with this review... This book has a lot to unpack. The book had me crying, smiling, and simply thinking deeply about my own LGBTQIA+ identity. Those of you living in a conservative small town will relate heavily to this story. I especially appreciate the trigger warnings prior to reading. There are some hard hitting but necessary conversations happening in this novel. I really enjoyed it. " -Amazon Reviewer
"Honestly when I saw this I bought it on a whim, cause I also like to heal my religious trauma through Bible fanfiction. But honestly I did not expect how much I would truly love this story. Hands down this is easily in my top 5 books for the year. The emotions it invokes, the way trauma is handled in this book, all of it is just amazing, even as a writer myself i struggle to put into words how amazing and even healing this was to read. I, no joke, was crying by the time I finished it. I can't wait to read more of your work."
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"I LOVED this book! I usually have a hard time following the changes in perspectives and get frustrated but the smooth transitions and incredible writing style make this one easy to follow. The story keeps you suckered in the entire time! So many emotions! I can't wait for another one!" -Good Reads Reviewer
"Ess draws you into a world of wonder and suspense. The ins and outs of which are like nothing you’ve ever seen. I was pulled in from the very beginning and couldn’t get thru it fast enough, while at the same time, not wanting it to end. Pure creative genius!" -Amazon Reviewer
"An amazing dystopian that has a story that will have you in its grip quickly! Filled with themes of chosen family and revolution, this is a must read!" -Amazon Reviewer
"From the first chapter I couldn’t put it down! The world and characters created such an immersive experience I am surprised and disappointed there’s no magic in my life. This book full of adventure, twist and turns and everything that makes a good fantasy book!" -Amazon Reviewer
"Okay so this wasn’t like my usually reads but let me tell you I was hooked from page one!! I flew through this book like it’s no one’s business!! Check trigger warnings and then give this book a go…" -GoodReads Reviewer
"Like everything Ess it’s fantastic! It was so good I bought two copies!! The story was superb and the writing voice is so compelling I had to keep reading." -Amazon Reviewer
"Immortal Passing is a fast-paced, genre-bending novel that had me sucked in from the first chapter. The world and the characters are so richly described that it’s easy to picture the book happening in front of you. I truly felt as though I was a spectator while I was reading." -GoodReads Reviewer
"This was definitely an up until 3 am reading kind of book! Even with the huge fantasy aspects the main character is so relatable. The struggle to find who you are and desire to find a place where you fit in is something we all went through/ continue going through. The authors ability to create a world so immersive and unique is truly amazing. After all her struggles kela still fights for her friends and the betterment of everyone. I was on the edge of my seat through the end…. Waiting for a sequel!! " -Amazon Reviewer
"Once again, Ess has blown me away. There’s true talent here when it comes to world-building and fresh takes on old concepts. This is a horror/fantasy novel, so slightly different than Ess’s previous works, but just as fantastic!" -Amazon Reviewer
"i absolutely LOVED this book! this was such a quick read for me! Ess does an excellent job at keeping every second of the book engaging. this book was especially healing for me in terms of religious trauma and identity 🏳️🌈. i resonate so deeply with the MC, this book will stay with me forever & im so lucky i got to ARC read it 🩵" -Good Reads Reviewer
"This book is well-worth the read. The author did an amazing job discussing complex issues in a unique way. While this story is first and foremost a horror story, it is so much more than that. One of the plot twists with a main character addresses trans-ness in a way I've never seen done before and that subplot alone is enough to bring this rating to 4-Stars." -Amazon Reviewer