My Favorite Mistake--A Review

Morning my peeps! 

 I hope that with the start of November all bodes well for you.     October was stressful for me.    I feel like the whole month was sickness, for myself, my husband, my daughter, my grand daughter and my mother.....Headcolds that wanted to linger, (I didn't realize we were so popular anything wanted to stick with us)!

So I for one am happy to say good-bye to October...and take this stinkin head cold with you!   Welcome November.   Please get cold enough the diseases get the heck out of Dodge!

  My original post for My Favorite Mistake is here.    My review of the actual book now that I have finished it is on this post.    Let me first say that I rated this book a five out of five Winks!   I loved it and I still haven't stopped thinking about it.  So here we go with the review:

In reading this book, I was  taken back to my college days and life with complete strangers.  Taylor Caldwell lived in an apartment setting on campus with her friends, Renee and Darah.  As unimaginable as it seemed to me, the fourth roomie was a male, Hunter Zacarelli.   and guess whose room mate he was? Yep, Taylor's.  Although she felt this had to be a mistake on Housing's part, they were forced to adjust to the living arrangements.   Both Hunter and Taylor carried a ton of old baggage and secrets.   Both were attracted to each other; neither trusted the other.   Hunter was every where Taylor went...home, class, work---nerves were taut.  It definitely was a love hate relationship.   So they made a bet.   If Taylor could prove to Hunter that she either loved him or hated him, he would move out....so what would it be?

Let me tell you, Taylor and Hunter's characters were so very well defined.....the baggage they carried around had certainly affected the way they behaved and talked to each other.  It also gave them the similar ground they needed to build their relationship on and to provide healing for one another.    Hunter was so annoying, but I loved how he called her Missy!   I had a very clear vision of Hunter tearing her walls down, one tiny bit at a time!   I didn't always appreciate their language, but it added to their character.  The story was fluent, supporting characters were admirably developed.   The story is definitely an adult read--sex scenes, foul language and some violence.

But there was something great about this read.   I felt as if I was right there...a part of the story.   And that made it even more magical to me!   Thank you Chelsea for such a great read!   I will look forward to more adult contemporary from you!

Has anyone else read this?   What was your opinion?    Inquiring minds want to know!!

Disclaimer:  I read for my pleasure.   I may receive ARC copies for review purposes, but I am not compensated for my reviews .  I like to read and I like to share my reviews.   I post my thoughts without prejudice or bias.  The words are mine and I write reviews based on my humble opinion.  I will admit, I seldom meet a book I don't like.

 

 

Dangerous Past by A F Ebbers/PICTour Review and Giveaway

SYNOPSIS:

 

Airline Captain Frank Braden and his wife Nicole are suddenly stalked by professional assassins who have a deadline to make their deaths look like an accident or a suicide. And the couple doesn't know why they are being targeted. They don't realize that they stand in the way of a deadly conspiracy. Little by little they are pulled into a dangerous web of intrigue by a murderous criminal network that deceptively offers the pilot his wife's life if he will concede to their demands. This is a thriller that rocks the highest levels of Washington. 

Dangerous Past is a story of a man who must choose between doing what ought to be done or keeping his family alive by allowing a murderous and powerful VIP to escape his past.

REVIEWS and AWARDS:

“In Ebbers’ debut thriller, a commercial pilot and his wife are framed by a murderous criminal network. The author writes with breezy energy and is consistently at his best when describing scenes of suspenseful intrigue. Frank and his wife Nicole, emerge as a heroic pair. These two steal the show.

     Spirited, readable debut with extra points for plot and pacing...KIRKUS REVIEWS

The Best Books Award Finalist was awarded in the annual contest by USA Book News in 2008.

The Military Writers Society of America (MWSA)  Bronze Medal for Thriller/Mystery  award in their annual contest in 2010.

 My Review: 

I absolutely love a great mystery/suspense novel that sucks you in and captivates you through to the bitter end.  Dangerous Past definitely did just that!  And after reading the author info below, I question if this book could be truth or fiction as the author and pilot Frank Braden appear to have much in common.  (But that is beside the point, here).  The story is fluent and moves along quite nicely, starting with the present day and a bomb being planted in Frank's plane and it's explosion mid air, taking the life of a crew member.   Frank was under suspicion of having loaded the bomb himself for suicide purposes.   From there we launch into a past story going back to his tour of duty in Viet Nam.   He was involved with the CIA and uncovering drug shipments using US military planes.   He encountered one Captain Fenton heading up the illegal activities who is now a four star general being considered for the position in the Joint Chiefs of Staff; obviously he does not  want his reputation tarnished with his past.  But can the maniacal General keep Frank Braden from talking?   Wow,  it is one thing after another as the story unfolds.     It was phenomenally believable and absolutely took me back in time as we saw news reports from Viet Nam and the activities that did occur in that far distant land.   Mystery, suspense and a touch of psycho thriller, all rolled into one great story and plot.

It is a compelling story and the characters are well developed !  If you like mystery/suspense and a touch of maniacal, you will love this read!   I hope Mr Ebbbers continues to write....I'd certainly like to read another of his books and see where he takes the reader next time!

AUTHOR BIO:  
A. A. F. Ebbers, a journalism graduate of Ohio University was a reporter/writer for major newspapers, ad agencies, and in public relations for Cessna Aircraft Company. He also graduated from Army Flight School and flew for the Ohio and Kansas Army National Guards. Later he was called to active duty and served two flying tours in Vietnam. After retirement from the military, he flew for corporations and for regional airlines. A dual rated ATP pilot, he has written for numerous national magazines, Sunday supplements and trade and travel magazines and has written screenplays and short stories. Today he lives with his wife in the Austin, Texas area and, when not writing, enjoys tennis, golf, flying and piano. Dangerous Past is his debut novel.

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Guest Post -- Ethan Cross

Welcome Ethan Cross to Beth Art From the Heart.    Ethan has answered a question for his readers  in the Guest Post below:   Thank you Ethan, for joining us!    (crazy wild audience applause)

 

Consumed by Dark Thoughts

According to legend, Bret Easton Ellis became so consumed by dark thoughts when writing American Psycho that he began to lose his sense of compassion. Considering the dark subject matter and ruthless nature of certain characters within my novels, people often ask me how I can come up with such things and if it affects me.

The answer is...no, it doesn't affect me. It's a lot of fun to get into the head of a killer and imagine the world through a different set of eyes, but it's like an actor playing a role. I don't become a killer or let dark thoughts consume me. I think that we all have a darker side (myself apparently more than others), and I just tap into that part of my brain.  But that's the cool (and therapeutic) thing about writing…I get to be all of the characters, good and bad, hero and villain.

In fact, I'd go as far as to say that my sense of compassion for both the killers and victims has grown since writing this type of book.  A lot of situations within my books stem from imagining the scariest possible scenarios for me on a personal level, from both an internal and external viewpoint. It's not what I'd like to do to someone else; it's what I would never want to happen to me.  And I think that's why it resonates.

My wife has asked what I would do if someone tried to duplicate the killings from my books in real life.  My first reaction to a question like this is always that people have to take responsibility for their own actions.  If every time that a writer (a thriller writer especially) sits down at the computer, he or she has to worry that someone is going to attempt the things they write about, then the world would be filled with a lot of really boring books.  That being said, it’s hard to say how I would feel if someone tried to “copycat” my books.  Perhaps I would feel a certain measure of responsibility.  Even if the feeling is unfounded, emotions don’t always follow logic.

So what would happen if a situation like this arose or the dark nature of my books did begin to affect me?  Hopefully, we’ll never have to find out, and it seems a very unlikely scenario.  But as an author, it’s my job to ask “What if?”

I guess the answer for me would be simple…I’d write something else.  I’d switch genres.  Maybe I’d write science fiction or fantasy or adventure.  I guess the point is that, at my core, I’m a storyteller, and I try to write books that I would want to read.  It doesn’t matter the nature of that story as long as it’s something that some reader, somewhere would enjoy.

Thanks again for joining us Ethan.    I think mystery thriller is your genre'...you do it well!!    Good luck with continuing success!

Please read my review at http://bethartfromtheheart.blogspot.com/2012/10/the-prophet-by-ethan-cross-pict-vbtour.html

Clutch by JA Huss/ SupaGurl Tours-GIVEAWAY

 

  

In 2152 the avian race is on Earth looking for something stolen from them decades ago – their genetics. At the center of the search lies the Rural Republic; a small backwards farming country with high hopes of military domination and a penchant for illegal bioengineering.

19 year old Junco Coot is the daughter of the Rural Republic’s ranking commander. She’s the most foul-mouthed, wildly unpredictable and ruthless sniper the Rural Republic has ever trained. But when her father’s death sparks a trip into forbidden places, she triggers events that will change everything she knows to be true.

As an elite avian military officer, Tier’s mission is to destroy the bioengineering projects, kill Commander Coot’s daughter, and return home immediately. There’s just one problem. Junco isn’t who she claims to be.

With no one to trust, not even herself, Junco must confront the secrets of her past and accept her place in the future, or risk losing herself completely.

Clutch – Book One

YouTube Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iz0PWDGoTJY

Interview with J A Huss:

Thank you for joining us today Ms Huss and for sharing your thoughts.   (soft applause) 

How long have you been writing?

I started writing non-fiction about four years ago. I’m late to the party because I went to school to be a scientist and honestly, that takes up a lot of your time. But I ended up quitting my PhD program because it just started to seem – well boring. And not worth all the things I had to give up in order to get those three letters after my name.  So I quit with a Master’s degree and took a part time job. In order to supplement my income I started to write science curriculum for homeschool parents. I’ve been a homeschool mom for about twelve years now, so suddenly writing became my life. Ever since I was a little girl I had always wanted to write a novel, but it wasn’t until 2012 that I decided to make it happen.

What Authors have inspired you?

I am inspired by all authors that touch me with their characters.  Mostly it’s science fiction these days, and honestly I think this comes from reading Madeleine L'Engle’s A Wrinkle in Time series and Robert C. O’Brien’s Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH when I was ten. That’s when I really started to think about stories with a science slant to them and it was exciting.

But Jane Smiley wrote a literary book called Horse Heaven that had racehorses as major characters and that started me down the road to understanding how this character development thing worked.  I have an undergraduate degree in equine science so I love, LOVE, love that book, but it’s also the epitome of a character-driven novel and I’ve read it dozens of time just trying to figure out how she pulled it all together in the end.

If you could spend an afternoon with any one author, who would it be? And why?

Writers are odd people so I’m not sure I’d actually like my favorite author in real life. I can imagine us fighting over politics…but I’d still be thrilled to meet him…Richard K. Morgan.  He’s my current favorite author and actually his Takeshi Kovacs series was a major influence on the creation of Junco Coot, the main character in my new science fiction series, I Am Just Junco. I wanted to explore what it would be like to be a soldier who was as hard and ruthless as Kovacs, except from a young female perspective. I think we could fill up an afternoon chatting about that and stay away from the other junk.

Do you blog? Blog spot addy?

I do blog but I hate blogging. I’m trying to get over it because I know that if Richard K. Morgan would blog more I’d read his blog all the time, but he must hate blogging too, because his updates are few and far between.  So I try to think about people who would want to know more about me and what I’m doing because of the books I write. It’s hard to imagine, but that’s why I blog. So that people who want to know more will find me accessible.  You can read my blog here: http://jahuss.com/

But beyond that author blog, the I Am Just Junco series has its own blog where the characters all show up to chat about all sorts of topics. This is where I hope the fans will end up and that’s why I have the website (I Am Just Junco Dot Com) as the subtitle on the covers. You can check out what the team is up to here: http://www.iamjustjunco.com/

 What is the biggest reward you have received since being published?

The biggest rewards have so far come from my non-fiction works – about once a week I get a nice e-mail from a mom telling me how I’ve touched their lives with my science curriculum.  It’s weird because you don’t normally think of science as touching people like that, especially a textbook. But homeschool is stressful and I try to make science something the parents never have to think about.  I love hearing from people and making that connection back to my work. I hope Junco, even with all her faults, comes across as a character who struggles with right and wrong and where she fits into the world. Someone who is just trying her best with the hand she was dealt, and someone who makes mistakes - because we all have that struggle. So in the future, e-mails that come from readers who can relate back to Junco will probably be the most satisfying thing about being a published fiction author.

What was the biggest surprise that came with being published?

I think the biggest surprise is how people trust you and look to you for answers. I have thousands of people who trust my opinion on things, so it humbles me and forces me to be very careful when they write in with questions. I take that part very seriously.

What has been the biggest hardship in getting published?

Since I am an Indie publisher the hardest thing, believe it or not, was finding an editor that I felt could relate to my story. Junco is not your typical nineteen year old girl and lots of people won’t get her. But my editor, R.J. Locksley, has been on board with Junco’s struggle from the very start and I’m very grateful to have found her.

Status of current WIP?

I’m currently about half-way into the fourth I Am Just Junco book. This one will be called Range and should be out in March or April of 2013.

What’s your favorite book and why?

My favorite book is Woken Furies by Richard K. Morgan. This book is the last in a trilogy about a ruthless killer who comes back to his home planet after hundreds of years of crime and soldiering and gets sucked back into local politics as he carries out a revenge agenda.

I love this book because it’s a deep character-driven novel disguised in an awesome twisty plot and filled with just about every science fiction element you can think of. This is a story about people more than anything, and lots of readers never got that about the book. I try to make my stories the same way in that they are always about the characters, not the action going on in the plot – even though there is a lot of action and a lot of twistiness in my books as well.

Favorite genre to read and to write?

Hands down it is science fiction, but I have a soft spot for paranormal romance. I have a PNR series in the works, although it won’t be pretty and sweet. All my characters have to earn their keep, they might get their happily ever after in the end (because it’s a romance, after all) but they gotta earn it! No freeloaders!

5 most admired people to attend dinner with?

Marcus Luttrell – His personal story is heartbreaking and inspirational at the same time.

Condoleezza Rice – She’s an amazing and driven woman and she plays the piano (like Junco!).

***Secret***

***Secret***

Richard K. Morgan (I had to slip him in there one more time!)

Are you a cup half full or half empty person?

Definitely half full – life’s too short to be negative.

Background noise or silence when writing?
Background noise - I always have the earbuds in!

Thanks for having me on your blog and I hope you and your readers enjoy the book!

Thank you Ms Huss, we appreciate your time and sharing with us today!   (more soft applause)

My Review:

I read some really good books in October and it appears my luck is holding up for this month as well.  When I started this book, I thought, oh I'm not going to like this one, but low and behold, I am now questioning why I thought that.  This is a story told by Junco, the main character.  It begins with a funeral followed by action...a lot of action and adventure and the coolest Avian creature I've ever read about.   His name was Tier.  He looked human except for the shiny green eyes and the black wings that could heal.  I loved how Ms Huss developed her characters; I found them to be complex and believable!

The story progressed quickly and I actually read the book in one day.   Hubby and the dogs left me alone and I read to my heart's content and the conclusion of the book.    The only things that bothered me were the language and the violence level, but in all honesty what would the story have been without it?   It served the purpose.

I'd definitely consider the book adult based on the language and the violence, but if you like sci-fi, action, adventure, lies, and war this would be an appropriate read for you.  I was sucked into the story immediately and enjoyed it immensely.    I'm pretty darned sure I am going to read on in this series.    Books two and three are already out....FLEDGE  and FLIGHT.   Book four will be out spring 2013, (RANGE).   I'm giving this one a 4 wink rating.   Read it for yourself and let me know if you agree!  :D

Author Info:

J. A. Huss never took a creative writing class in her life. Some would say it shows. Others might cut her some slack. She did however, get educated and graduated from Colorado State University with a B.S. in Equine Science. She had grand dreams of getting a Ph.D. but while she loves science, she hated academia and settled for a M.S. in Forensic Toxicology from the University of Florida.

She’s always packing heat and she is owned by two donkeys, five dogs, more chickens and ducks than she can count, and of course, the real filthy animals, her kids. The I Am Just Junco series was born after falling in love with the ugliest part of Colorado and the Rural Republic is based on the area of the state she currently resides in, minus the mutants, of course.

Links :

Weblinks

Website: http://www.iamjustjunco.com/

Author Blog: http://jahuss.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Junco-Coot/258034560979553

Goodreads: http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/6446815.J_A_Huss

YouTube Trailer - CLUTCH: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iz0PWDGoTJY

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Disclaimer:  I read for my pleasure.   I may receive ARC copies for review purposes, but I am not compensated for my reviews .  I like to read and I like to share my reviews.   I post my thoughts without prejudice or bias.  The words are mine and I write reviews based on my humble opinion.  I will admit, I seldom meet a book I don't like.

 

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Can you believe October is halfway through...where did the time go?   Most of you probably gave it up to reading which is a good thing!!!   And have you noticed how close we are getting to 500 GFC followers?    That also is surprising so, I want to surprise my lovely Peeps.   I want to reward those of you who follow me every now and then, once in awhile or everyday!   God love you!
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What did you read in October?

OCTOBER reading was AWESOME reading!!!               

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I would be hard pressed to pick my favorite read!   How about you?    what did you read and which was your favorite for the month?

The Twelfth Child by Bette Lee Crosby/VBTour RABT

 

The Twelfth Child

Bette Lee Crosby

Literary / Southern Women's Fiction

Synopsis:

Be prepared to be swept away into the life of a girl who will tug at your emotions while never leaving your heart. Crosby has crafted a story that will enchant readers. 

Steena Holmes, bestselling author of Finding Emma

Trust, love and friendship—Abigail Anne Lannigan searched for these things all her life. Now, when she is at the tail end of her years, she teams up with a free-spirited young woman. A nobody from nowhere, who suddenly moves in across the street. This unlikely friendship comes under suspicion when a million dollars goes missing and a distant relative, claims embezzlement. Abigail knows the truth of what happened, but she’ll never get the chance to tell..

Reminiscent of Fannie Flagg’s Fried Green Tomatoes, the unlikely friendship of these two women is sure to settle in the soft spot of your heart.

Strong Female Characters without the “I am woman hear me roar” mentality. Crosby writes in a way that puts readers within the story so that they can visualize themselves experiencing the hurts and joys of the protagonist. A Book and A Review

I rarely give 5 stars for a book, but this book definitely deserves 5 stars! Crosby deals with timely issues such as caring for the elderly, greed, forgiveness, isolation, love, selfishness, and selflessness. If you like novels about strong women and relationships, you would probably enjoy this book. I have already lined up my next Bette Lee Crosby novel. Amazon Review

Bette Lee Crosby is a storyteller extraordinaire. She has honed her craft, and shares it in this well told novel. McGuffy’s Reader - Blogspot

A deeply moving story that touches the core of your heart…Layered Pages

Characters with an emotional depth that compels the reader to care about their challenges, to root for their success and to appreciate their bravery. Goodreads Review.

Guest Post by Betti Lee Crosby--The Book Club Experience

 

Half the people you know probably belong to some sort of book club. Most love it, some tolerate it, some claim they're far too busy to read a book every month, and others find fault with the quality of books selected. Still the number of book clubs in existence continues to grow, as does their popularity. Why?

I, of course, belong to one and although I can't speak for other groups, I can tell you a bit about our book club. Our members almost never miss a meeting unless it is absolutely, positively, on-my-deathbed unavoidable.

We all read the book, and we discuss it at length. We don't simply decide we liked or disliked it. We study the characters' actions and alternatives, compare their experiences to our own, laugh at the similarity of missteps and sometimes shed a tear because of their plight. At times a meeting will start with a negative comment about the book but, even that, inevitably leads to an exploration of the protagonist's motives and ultimately a greater understanding of the story. Although I am a voracious reader myself, my book club buddies have introduced me to a number of new authors and wonderful stories that I probably would not have discovered on my own.

We have over twenty women in our group, and several others waiting to join, but members seldom leave, because book club is more than just a discussion group, it's an afternoon of unbridled friendship. Of letting go of things you may not have talked about for years and knowing that not one of your friends will think less of you, or carry the tale elsewhere. It's having a glass of wine, and conversation that is thoughtful, intelligent and stimulating. Book club is having twenty wonderful friends, any one of whom I could turn to for help, even in the dead of night.

Sure, I've had occasions when I was so rushed that I barely had time to shower before dashing out the door, and we've read a few books that were rather forgettable ...but I still would not have missed the experience of a single meeting. The books we’ve shared have taken me to places I may never visit, introduced me to people I will never know, and with the turn of page they’ve transported me back and forth through time.

So if you’re not a member of a book club, my advice is join one. You may not like every book, but you’ll love the experience. 

  

Author Bio:

 Bette Lee Crosby

Author Bio

Award-winning novelist Bette Lee Crosby brings the wit and wisdom of her Southern Mama to works of fiction—the result is a delightful blend of humor, mystery and romance along with a cast of quirky charters who will steal your heart away.

Born in Detroit and raised in a plethora of states scattered across the South and Northeast, Crosby originally studied art and began her career as a packaging designer. When asked to write a few lines of copy for the back of a pantyhose package, she discovered a love for words that was irrepressible. After years of writing for business, she turned to works of fiction and never looked back. “Storytelling is in my blood,” Crosby laughingly admits, “My mom was not a writer, but she was a captivating storyteller, so I find myself using bits and pieces of her voice in most everything I write.”

Crosby’s work was first recognized in 2006 when she received The National League of American Pen Women Award for a then unpublished manuscript. Since that, she has gone on to win several more awards, including another NLAPW award, three Royal Palm Literary Awards, the FPA President’s Book Award Gold Medal and most recently the 2011 Reviewer’s Choice Award and Reader’s View Southeast Fiction Literary Award.

Her published works to date are: Cracks in the Sidewalk (2009), Spare Change (2011), The Twelfth Child (2012), and Life in the Land of IS (2012).  Life in the Land of IS is a memoir written for Lani Deauville, a woman the Guinness Book of Records lists as the world’s longest living quadriplegic. 

Crosby newest novel Cupid’s Christmas is scheduled for release in early October and following that, What Matters Most will be released in early 2013. 

CONTACT

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Twitter - @betteleecrosby

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Purchase Links 

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My Review:

 This is the story of Abigail Anne Lannigan, the twelfth child of William Lannigan.  Livonia Lannigan was Abigails mother.   Abigail was smart  and she was born at the time of changing times.  Women who virtually had no rights were beginning to be recognized as people in their own rights.   Her mama would tell her stories of brave and courageous women and Abigail heard and clung to those stories.    She forever sought her daddy's approval, but he was old school and saw no reason for change in the status quo.    She wanted to be a teacher; her father wanted her to marry a rich farmer boy.   She ran off to Richmond Virginia...alone.   She learned much in her young independent life and encountered her true love, but it was not to be hers.   She served 48 years as the head librarian and when retired made a friendship with a young neighbor.   The characters are unforgettable, the story undeniable.   Relationships and non-relationships, proving that the best of intentions if left undone, are nothing but an unprovable intent.    The story of Abigail Anne Lannigan and the lessons learned throughout her life will forever be etched in my heart and soul.   The book was just that good!

Definitely a 5 wink review!

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November 5 - J. Heather Leigh - Review/Guest Post

November 6 - A Chick Who Reads - Review/Giveaway/Guest Post

November 7 - Bless Their Hearts Mom - Review/Giveaway

November 8 - A Date With a Book - Review

November 9 - My Devotional Thoughts - Review/Guest Post/Giveaway

November 10 - Jersey Girl Book Reviews- Review/Guest Post

November 12 -The Book Faery Reviews - Guest Post/Giveaway/PROMO

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November 15 - Silvers Reviews - Review

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November 16 - Book Reviews and More - Guest Post/PROMO

 

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