"Elena Ransom" is a fantasy series for adventure readers
The “Elena Ransom” series chronicles the lives of Elena and her friends at Grimsby School of the Republic.
Although the setting takes place in a dystopian society, it's truly a coming of age story that deals with
making friends, death of parents, death of classmates, handling bullies, problem solving,
betrayal, and numerous other topics throughout the course of the 6 books.
These books are typically suggested for the 11-15 year old reader.
Although the setting takes place in a dystopian society, it's truly a coming of age story that deals with
making friends, death of parents, death of classmates, handling bullies, problem solving,
betrayal, and numerous other topics throughout the course of the 6 books.
These books are typically suggested for the 11-15 year old reader.
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Elena Ransom and the Return of the Lost
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Elena Ransom and the Tablets of Destiny
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Elena Ransom and the Firebird Unit (Book 1)
Elena Ransom doesn't make friends easily and she doesn't adjust well to change. When she's forced, by law, to attend boarding school after her 13th birthday she absolutely doesn't want to go. Her only consolation is that her best friend, Austin, and their friend Pigg will join her there.
Her new life at Grimsby School of the Republic is complex as she resists making new friends, deals with a class bully, and struggles to adjust to her new course schedule. In addition, she's constatnly in trouble with the Drill Instructor during Basic Training. But this is just the beginning of her troubles. After her parents untimely death, Elena begins to uncover the truth about their past and suspects that they were actually murdered. Uncovering this truth will lead her, Austin, Pigg, and their new friends outside the safety of their home, and illegally into the former United States of America where they will search for an artifact that will change their destinies. |
FAN REVIEW
“Elena Ransom is a spunky, sassy girl that teenagers will identify with immediately. In this exciting adventure set in the not-too-distant future, Elena battles the universal difficulties that plague all teenagers: the search for identity, the struggle for independence, the questions "who am I?" and "why am I here?" You will fall in love with the highly relatable cast of characters in this fast-paced, easy to read, entertaining novel.” Jeannie, 10th grade English teacher
“I really like this take on dystopia and think that Wood has something really strong going here. The story line is something I’ve never really encountered before, but in a setting that is really familiar if you’ve read some other dystopia books, and I like it that way.” Brittany, book blogger
“I really like this take on dystopia and think that Wood has something really strong going here. The story line is something I’ve never really encountered before, but in a setting that is really familiar if you’ve read some other dystopia books, and I like it that way.” Brittany, book blogger
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Elena Ransom and the Catalan Atlas (Book 2)
Elena Ransom is on the adventure of a lifetime with her friends.
After illegally crossing from Grimsby School of the Republic into the outside world, the members of the Firebird Unit face many dangerous challenges. But the true test of their friendship comes when they're caught coming back into the dome cities where they live. When she returns to Grimsby School of the Republic, Elena confronts a new schedule and course workload, plus she's forced to participate in group work with students she's never had to deal with before. Basic Training with Instructor Marshall pushes Elena to her limits, and there's a new bully in the Firebird Unit to contend with. In addition to her regular life, Elena faces questions about the artifacts that she, Austin, Fergie, and their other friends are looking for. Will they get to all the artifacts in time? What will they have to do to remove Imperator from power so they can free mankind from his evil reign? |
Fan Review
"J.S. Wood's sequel to her 'Elena Ransom' series is such a ride! From the very beginning with the jaw-dropping prologue, that unveils more about the origins of a certain member of the Firebird Unit, to the daily events at Grimsby Academy which march right up to the gasp-releasing ending. Wood is able to convey all the right elements for MG and YA readers to engage in a book series: action, humor, relationship developments, and quips about school." Alex, book blogger
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Elena Ransom and the Unexpected Disclosure (Book 3)
Elena Ransom and her friends can’t seem to stay out of trouble.
After their hovercraft is severely damaged while looking for artifacts, Elena also gets injured on her quest with Austin. Her long recovery doesn’t end by the time she’s expected to be back at Grimsby School of the Republic. With her Level 3 studies commencing, Elena begins to anticipate the changes that will occur the following year. Will she and all her friends be able to graduate together to the Special Ops division of their future training? Or will some of them get left behind? In addition to all her new classwork and basic training, the mystery surrounding Kidd Wheeler’s troubled past is finally revealed. Will Elena struggle as she begins to develop feelings of empathy for this once unpopular bully? And will their continued search for artifacts put the friends’ lives in danger? |
Fan Review
"The world of the future is seemingly perfect. However, the shadowy figure of the Imperator hides under the guise of society. Little do people know that their branded Trademarks are a way for the Imperator to monitor every step, dispose of the weak, and ultimately lead the way to ultimate control of humanity. In a world where you’re always being watched, are you really free?
As the Firebird’s search for the missing artifacts that hold the key to the Imperator’s downfall, the secrets of the past continue to unfold..... and lies arise. Will all their struggles and deceptions bring them closer together or tear them apart?
The third installment of the “Elena Ransom” series is full of gasp worthy moments as we learn more about various characters' pasts to the eye widening, free fall trails of the Firebirds. If there is one thing I truly like in works of literature is the unexpected, and the “Unexpected Disclosure” certainly lives up to its name. For instance, when the spotlight turned on Kidd Wheeler, readers were shown the distraught shadow of his past behind his stony, confrontational countenance…and the secrets of his heart.
All the characters are very humanized and it’s easy to relate with their experiences from school struggles to the varying forms of loss they all undergo. Despite their hardships, the Firebirds continue strengthening the bonds of their friendship and are learning how to best support and bring out the best in each other. Also, it’s been great to see how Elena and Austin are growing more into their characters. While Austin is further developing his leadership skills, Elena is coming to terms with her inner fears and is gradually learning to expand her circle of trust.
Overall, the series is certainly starting to take off with the promise of the future guiding the Firebird's wings and “Elena Ransom and the Unexpected Disclosure” has to be my favorite in the series so far.
Can’t wait to see what happens next in book four!!" #thereadingcornerforall
As the Firebird’s search for the missing artifacts that hold the key to the Imperator’s downfall, the secrets of the past continue to unfold..... and lies arise. Will all their struggles and deceptions bring them closer together or tear them apart?
The third installment of the “Elena Ransom” series is full of gasp worthy moments as we learn more about various characters' pasts to the eye widening, free fall trails of the Firebirds. If there is one thing I truly like in works of literature is the unexpected, and the “Unexpected Disclosure” certainly lives up to its name. For instance, when the spotlight turned on Kidd Wheeler, readers were shown the distraught shadow of his past behind his stony, confrontational countenance…and the secrets of his heart.
All the characters are very humanized and it’s easy to relate with their experiences from school struggles to the varying forms of loss they all undergo. Despite their hardships, the Firebirds continue strengthening the bonds of their friendship and are learning how to best support and bring out the best in each other. Also, it’s been great to see how Elena and Austin are growing more into their characters. While Austin is further developing his leadership skills, Elena is coming to terms with her inner fears and is gradually learning to expand her circle of trust.
Overall, the series is certainly starting to take off with the promise of the future guiding the Firebird's wings and “Elena Ransom and the Unexpected Disclosure” has to be my favorite in the series so far.
Can’t wait to see what happens next in book four!!" #thereadingcornerforall
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Elena Ransom and the Lost Son (Book 4)
Elena Ransom, Austin Haddock, and Gribbin Pigg have been friends since childhood. However, their fourth year at Grimsby School of the Republic will test their friendship in ways that Elena never imagined.
After her induction to the new Special Ops division, Elena realizes that the rigorous schedule, ridiculous training hours, and intense leadership will push her to the breaking point. In addition, Elena’s camaraderie with Declan, Abria, Kidd, and Fergie is challenged in new ways as the friends deal with the mounting stress of their environment. As she struggles with her relationships at school, Elena is often plagued by visions of Imperator. Will Imperator finally capture and imprison her? Will her friendships be lost? Will she make it through another year at school unscathed? Only time will tell. |
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"Elena Ransom" is published by Small Frye Publishing. For information regarding permission, write to:
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