I published “Guardians of the Latte Stones” in May of 2024. This story had been brewing in my mind for well over 10 years. I just never got around to writing anything until 2023. I, like many others, have always wanted to see a good movie or read a good book in mainstream media about…
Kirkus Review has completed a review of “Guardians of the Latte Stones” and their verdict is… Get it! Source: https://www.kirkusreviews.com/book-reviews/m-k-aleja/guardians-of-the-latte-stones/ Here’s what Kirkus Reviews has to say: An atmospheric story of war and loss. A Japanese soldier encounters unforeseen enemies in Aleja’s supernatural war novel. Seventeen-year-old Yoshida Takeshi hopes that joining the Japanese army will…
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“Guardians of the Latte Stones” has been added to the books earning the Literary Titan Gold Book Award.See Award Posting Here
Here’s what Literary Titan had to say about “Guardians of the Latte Stones”…(Or you can see the review on their website using this link: https://literarytitan.com/2024/04/22/guardians-of-the-latte-stones/) Set against the backdrop of Sasebo’s economic struggles, Guardians of the Latte Stones, by M.K. Aleja, is a compelling historical fiction narrative interwoven with elements of folklore and the harsh…
Chelsey Tucker from Independent Book Review recently presented me with their review of “Guardians of the Latte Stones”. A satisfying blend of historical and supernatural fiction in Japan during WWII . 17-year-old volunteer for the Imperial Japanese army, Yoshida Takeshi is sent to Guam as part of the 38th Infantry. While en route, the group…
The date is set. “Guardians of the Latte Stones” is scheduled for release on March 4, 2024 at Amazon.com. March 4 also happens to be Guam History and Chamorro Heritage Day. The eBook is currently available for pre-order on Amazon.com at the link below…https://www.amazon.com/Guardians-Latte-Stones-M-K-Aleja-ebook/dp/B0CTS9KYR9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3D52MHKJAERQD&keywords=guardians+of+the+latte+stones&qid=1707342002&s=books&sprefix=guardians+of+the+latte+stones%2Cstripbooks%2C840&sr=1-1
Spoiler Alert: This review introduces another key character in the story. Essian Asian from Readers’ Favorite had this to say in his review… M.K. Aleja taps into the rich history and culture of the Pacific island of Guam to create an elaborate mix of suspense, romance, and mystery in Guardians Of The Latte Stones. The…
The Prairies Book Review had this to say about “Guardians of the Latte Stones”… Captivating, compelling, and immensely satisfying… Aleja masterfully intertwines Chamorro folklore with actual historical events, giving Guam’s rich culture and past a mystical and enlightening perspective in his debut historical fantasy. After their parents’ death, Takeshi and Yuki suffered under the cruel…
The Historical Fiction Company provided the following editorial review… “Guardians of the Latte Stones” provides a profound insight into the Pacific War experience, highlighting not only armed conflicts but also the spiritual and cultural dimension of Guam. The author’s style in illustrating the complexity of characters and historical context contributes to creating a memorable and…