Arise

In Arise, the mesmerizing, romantic sequel to YA paranormal novel Hereafter, Tara Hudson takes the story of Amanda, a ghost girl adrift between the worlds of the living and the dead to New Orleans. Amanda has found love with Joshua, a human boy. But as powerful as their love is, it may not be strong enough to break the barrier between life and death.

Evil spirits have been threatening Amanda. She is terrified they will hurt those she cares about, especially Joshua. When Gabrielle, a beautiful girl Amanda meets at the Conjure Café in New Orleans, offers Amanda the possibility of a different life, Amanda agrees to meet her in at the St. Louis Number One Cemetery at midnight. There, Amanda finds a Voodoo circle. Once she steps inside, everything will change.

She’s desperate to be with the boy she loves, but what will she have to sacrifice to make that happen?

• Ghost Romance: Amanda is a ghost and Joshua is a human. Their love is powerful, but the barrier between their worlds might be impossible to break.
• Supernatural Suspense: As if their situation wasn’t complicated enough, evil spirits are threatening Amanda and everyone she cares for, especially Joshua.
• High Stakes Magic: A mysterious girl named Gabrielle offers a chance at a new life through a dark ritual in a New Orleans cemetery—a risk Amanda might be willing to take.
• A Haunting Love Story: A mesmerizing and emotional sequel for fans of teen paranormal romance who love stories of forbidden love, high stakes, and a touch of darkness.