The Third Estate: Secrets of the Manor by D. R. Berlin Receives Multiple Literary Awards

United States, 10th Jan 2025, -
 

D. R. Berlin's novel, The Third Estate: Secrets of the Manor, has been honored with several literary awards prior and following its publication on December 26, 2024. The accolades include:

• The BREW Seal of Excellence from The Chrysalis BREW Project, which described the book as "transports readers to a world where trust is as brittle as glass and danger can emerge in broad daylight."
• The Atlas of Stories Award from Atlas of Stories, noting that “D.R. Berlin maps out a gripping tale where the dynamics of power ripple across borders, creating betrayals that resonate on both a personal and global scale.” 
• The Beyond Boundaries Reads Book Award from Beyond Boundaries Reads, highlighting Sophie Allard as "a cadet with an extraordinary past and an unshakable resolve," and stating that "her journey isn’t just a fight for professional excellence; it’s a battle for self-worth in a world that rarely gives second chances."
• The Booknomad Tales Five Stars Award from Booknomad Tales, praising the novel as "a gripping exploration of resilience, betrayal, and the cost of loyalty," and commending Berlin's ability to "craft a story that transcends borders and invites readers to question the fragility of trust in a world driven by ambition and secrecy."
• The Spotlyts Story Award from Spotlyts, recognizing the book as "a tale of transformation," with Sophie Allard at its heart, and noting that "her journey is rife with impulsive decisions and moments of vulnerability—but these imperfections make her compelling."

Some of the book’s earliest achievements include the following:

Clue Award for Suspense / Thriller - FINALIST Chanticleer Int’l Book Awards (CIBAs) 2023
Literary Titan Gold Book Award
Literary Global Book Award
Winner - Young Adult
Finalist - Best Book Cover / Best Debut Novel / Thriller - Adventure
American Writing Awards Finalist: Fiction Mystery / Suspense, Best Cover Design
International Firebird Book Award - 2nd place Thriller Division - 2nd quarter
2024 New York Book Festival Honorable Mention Unpublished
2024 Paris Book Festival Winner Unpublished
2024 Hollywood Book Festival Winner Unpublished
2024 Halloween Book Festival Runner Up Wild Card
2024 New England Book Festival Winner Unpublished
2024 Southern California Book Festival Honorable Mention Fiction
August 2024 Books Shelf Cover Contest Winner
2024 Page Turner Writing Award Finalist
Outstanding Creator Awards Summer 2024
Third Place Thriller / Military Thriller
Honorable Mention Best Character / Best Supporting Character / Best Villain
Readers' Favorite 5 stars reviews
Chanticleer Book Reviews 5 stars
Bookview Reviews 5 stars
Literary Titan 5 stars Review

The Third Estate: Secrets of the Manor follows the parallel journeys of Sophie Allard, a rising cadet at a prestigious military academy, and Kai Lovac, a professional assassin. The narrative looks into themes of courage, loyalty, and identity, set against a backdrop of espionage and conspiracies.

About the Author

D. R. Berlin is a U.S. Army veteran and general surgeon. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from MIT and a medical degree from Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Known for integrating her professional background into her writing, Berlin has been recognized for her storytelling in The Third Estate: Secrets of the Manor.

For book signings, interviews, media appearances, or related enquiries, email D.R. Berlin directly via Debbie.BerlinMD@gmail.com.