Historical Fiction Author Jana Petken Takes Silver At 2015 Reader’s Favorite Awards

MIAMI - Sept. 1, 2015 - PRLog -- Historical fiction author Jana Petken has once again received high praise for her monumental first novel, “The Guardian of Secrets.” The Readers Favorite award judges have awarded her the silver award for the book. Petken, who currently resides in Spain, submitted the book without any inclination that it would win and is reportedly “ecstatic” that the judges have found such value in her work.

“The Guardian of Secrets” After fleeing from an abusive husband accused of murder, Celia Merrill becomes embroiled in a Spanish Civil War.

Celia’s two sons march under opposing banners, whilst her twin daughters take different paths; one to the Catholic Church and the other to the battlefields. And in the shadow of war, a sinister villain from the past resurfaces with the sole purpose of destroying the entire family.

"Four generations struggle in a suspenseful family saga, which begins in 1912, in Kent, England, and ends in 1939 in Spain, during its devastating conflict."

Kirkus reviews described the book as “A suspenseful, compelling historical fiction novel.”  Blue Ink Reviews called the book “A must-read for historical fiction fans.”

Since the release of “The Guardian of Secrets,” Petken has written and published The Mercy Carver Series: Dark Shadows and Blood Moon, and The Errant Flock, a historical thriller, to great critical acclaim.

“The Reader’s Favorite Awards” are one of the most anticipated book awards, and with tens of thousands of books entered every year, the panel of judges can only pick a handful to win. Past winners of the Readers Favorite Awards have had their books picked up by major publishers, and some award winners have had their books turned into movies.

You can learn more about Jana Petken by contacting her press office via Nick@nickwale.org,www.janapetkenauthor.com, and you can find “The Guardian of Secrets” on Amazon, in Kindle E-book and Paperback.