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The dead bodies are piling up. Vampires are crawling out of the woodwork. And there’s something named Pookie that’s lurking around the corner…
–Sandy Lender, author “Choices Meant for Gods”
Here’s the set-up…
The dead bodies are piling up. Vampires are crawling out of the woodwork. And there’s something named Pookie that’s lurking around the corner.
Breathtakingly paced, the jokes and wisecracks fly fast as Alex races against the clock to save the day.
This is Book 1 in the Alex Cheradon Series.
Overall, I found Alex to be a likeable and sympathetic character. I enjoyed his stream-of-consciousness narration, but, at times, it became overwhelming. Krumbine’s sarcastic tone throughout the novel carried into each character thus became difficult to “stay with” at times. I sometimes found it necessary to set the novel aside to get out of Alex’s head. As a testament to Krumbine’s story, though, I kept going back to find out how the plot would develop. And, as a testament to Krumbine’s ability to use dialogue and character interaction to update the storyline, I never had to re-read sections to remember what had happened. I think one reviewer erroneously referred to this as “non-linear”. For an example of an author using a non-linear writing device, pick up John Brunner’s “Stand on Zanzibar,” (which I also recommend, by the way). For an example of an author expertly using a recap, pick up Jason Krumbine’s “Fruitbasket From Hell.”
The author throws a lot of stuff at the reader, from crazy ex-partners to scottish convenience story clerks(Easily one of the funniest bits in the book). It’s got a bit Dean-Koontz-on-crack type feel to the story line. The author tried to tell his story in a very non-linear fashion, which would have worked better in a movie, but in the book caused some moments of confusion, but it didn’t detract from the story too much. The overall story line of the book was actually pretty good with some well developed twists in the plot(See, crazy ex-partner and scottish convenience store clerk.). The main character, Alex, is, I’ll admit, a little annoying, but shows potential to grow and the story leaves us open for a sequel, which I would definitely read.
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A peek inside suburban life, where parenting, aging and marriage are perfect fodder for non-stop laughs.
“Absolutely entertaining and relatable! The author has a flair for writing in an informal, conversational style – I totally enjoyed the inside look at a small town.”
–Ann Schertz
“Put a smile on my face!“
“Brilliant, witty, insightful, fun little book.”
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Written in short chapters, Coltman retells everyday life events, conversations and stories infused with her skewed sense of humor. These small snippets of life are moments in which anyone can identify and laugh at themselves as well. Middle age can be boring, but Coltman allows the naughty into her life from time to time, like her adult Scout Troop, “Cougar Scouts” Troop 69, or conversations between her middle aged self and her seventeen year old self that will leave you rolling ( and remembering!) A great quick read!!
I will recommend this book to everyone!
Raised in an affluent suburb of Detroit, Judi Coltman grew up in a female heavy household with an urban sense of “normal.” Coltman attended Michigan State University, majoring in Journalism until a professor requested she switch majors – “Apparently making a story better with added features isn’t acceptable in the news world,” Coltman laments.
With a BA in English from Northern Illinois University, Coltman has written for local, regional and national publications.
Most recently, Coltman has been writing a weekly blog called, “My Life in a Nutshell,” from where her book material was born. Often compared to Erma Bombeck, Coltman sees the humor in the absurdity of everyday life and then tells anyone who will listen.
Judi Coltman and her husband split their time between northern Illinois and the California desert. Sometimes they even pass each other at the airport
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What horrors lie between sleep and waking? Dare to find out in our Kindle Nation eBook of the Day, Danielle Q. Lee’s NIGHTMARA!
A crucifix and a Star of David hang on the wall near shelves holding the King James Bible, the Kabala, the Quaran. In the bachelor pad in Calgary, the young man prays feverishly to any diety who will hear him….and protect him.
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Here’s the set-up for Danielle Q. Lee’s Nightmara:
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Emmet Storch goes from unemployed sponger to insurance pro in this humorous fictional take on the twists and turns of love and lust in modern life.
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‘Um, Miss,’ I said, raising my hand. ‘My name is Hercules, not Harclubs.’
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Kindle Nation Daily Free Book Alert, Sunday, January 9: A free treasure trove for college applicants, teachers, nurses, lawyers, and those making their career choices, plus … A sublime blend of history, adventure and romance in Ariana’s Pride by Margaret Lake (Today’s Sponsor)
If you are looking for a sublime blend of history, adventure and romance, novelist Margaret Lake is serving up perfection in Ariana’s Pride, set in the turbulent days of the Wars of the Roses. Ariana is the daughter of an Earl and Jeremy works in the Earl’s stables. Jeremy holds the secret which could make Ariana his, but he wants her to love him for his own sake.
“Margaret Lake’s style reminds me of Baroness Emmuska Orczy’s The Scarlet Pimpernel that I read as a young man. Like that classic historical romance, Margaret Lake’s Ariana’s Pride“ is a magnificent achievement.
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Adventures in Reading, and The Ultimate in Women’s Self-Defense.
Here’s the set-up…
Ariana Devoe is the willful and arrogant daughter of Earl William. What happens when she finds that she has lost her home and family? Will she lose her heart, too, as she struggles to reach the elderly Baron to whom her father has promised her? Or will she throw away her chance to avenge her father’s death and regain her titles and estates to be with the dashing Jeremy?
Jeremy Gowen has lived most of his life in the Earl’s stables, but does not intend to end his days there. Aided by the stablemaster, once a soldier in the King’s service, Jeremy secretly learns horsemanship and sword fighting.
After the attack on her father’s castle, Jeremy finds Lady Ariana, lost and alone. He promises to take her to the Baron, but as their journey progresses, he is no longer willing to turn the woman he loves over to another man. Jeremy holds the secret which could make Ariana his, but he wants her to love him for his own sake.
I started reading and was immediately drawn in by the characters and the surroundings. It was very easy to care for Ariana and Jeremy, but was also surprised in a nice way how much I liked the other characters met on this wonderful adventure by the two…
Once I started the book, I couldn’t put it down. It is very engaging and a great road adventure.I loved the Historical details that brought the story to life, but
weren’t to much to bog down the flow. This was a highly entertaining read from beginning to end. I can’t wait to read the next one.I chose Ariana’s Pride because of the interesting action adventure storyline. I must say that at the outset, neither Lady Ariana Devoe nor Jeremy were likable characters. Both seemed to possess character flaws that tended to cause me to dislike them. However, as the plotline unfolds, the pair comes to recognize their weaknesses and strive to overcome them. By the end of the book, they had redeemed themselves most admirably.
The author has a wonderfully descriptive narrative, which allowed me to easily visualize the various scenes depicted in the book.
The romance aspects of the novel are better than most romance books I’ve read, though admittedly they are not great in number. I don’t normally read romance novels, but this author of historical romances skillfully merges action adventure and romance. I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again in this review. Margaret Lake’s style reminds me of Baroness Emmuska Orczy’s The Scarlet Pimpernel that I read as a young man. Like that classic historical romance, Margaret Lake’s “Ariana’s Pride” is a magnificent achievement.
Like Orczy before her, Lake has the ability to draw in crossover readers who prefer adventure books. There’s nothing wrong with that. To the contrary, any writer who can get a reader to expand their reading preferences serves the readers well. You action adventure fans should try this book. Romance fans, there’s plenty to admire here. The historical backdrop was fascinating.
I highly recommend this book. Indeed, it has caused me to rethink my preferred genres. I’ll definitely be reading other books by this author in the future.
My other passion is history, especially English History. I think my interest really began when I read “Catherine” by Anya Seton. When the inspiration came to write my first book, I naturally gravitated to the Wars of the Roses because of that book.
My favorite author is Susan Howatch, my favorite book is “Outlander” and my favorite series is Harry Potter. I lead a Harry Potter book club at the elementary school.
I’m still waiting for the rescue kitty lady to find me a kitty I can rescue.
And that’s not all. Besides Ariana’s Pride, Margaret Lake has written four other popular Kindle books:
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