First of all...if you don't know who JK Rawling is - she is the author of the Harry Potter stories. Okay, so now that you know that, can you imagine my excitement when I received a review for my story "Hearts Through Time" today and I was compared to this great author?? REALLY???? This is a dream of most authors - to be compared to great writers. (grins)
Read the review:
GREAT BOOK!! First of all, I must say that it is slightly outside of my typical genre. I read a lot of science fiction and fantasy, so when I started reading Hearts Through Time, I was concerned that it was a romance novel with a little bit of sci-fi thrown in as a plot device. I was concerned it would not hold my attention because of this.
I must say I was very happily surprised to find that it is a great read- and I cannot put it down! Last night, I found myself at 1:00 a.m., reading by flashlight as my husband slept next to me. I had to be at work early today, but I just could not put the book down, it was so enticing. I even brought it to work with me today and read it between final exams (being a reading teacher, it's easy to justify it as "modeling appropriate behavior", lol).
What I like is the author's style of writing, which is very clean and very clearly understood. Honestly, her style reminds me of J.K. Rowling, in that she provides just enough background on each of the characters to flesh them out, and keep them interesting. As the plot progresses, we learn more about each of the characters. By the end of the book I felt very comfortable with these characters and felt there could even be a sequel to Hearts Through Time.
Other factors I appreciated: the tightly constructed mystery, the perfect story arc, and the ending. The only flaw (and it is a minor one), is I would have enjoyed more historical background on Sacramento, circa 1912, when the 2nd half of the book takes place.
Ms. Higgins, you wrote a wonderfully entertaining story, and I will be on the lookout for your other books.
Wednesday, June 1, 2011
Monday, May 9, 2011
Fun Surprise!!
I came home from work today with a fun surprise waiting for me. My husband had set up my new computer room. Now I FINALLY have a room all to myself when I create my stories. YIPPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!
Sunday, May 8, 2011
Happy Mother's Day!
What does Mother's Day mean to you? To me, it's spending the day doing anything I want - and having my family cater to my every whim.
Well, that's not what it's like in the real world. Mothers have responsibilities. Meals still need to be prepared, and the house still has to be cleaned, and believe it or not, Mother's still have to be the "Mother" to their children. So what's so special about Mother's Day?
It's one day out of the year that we take time to recognize all that our mothers have done for us. So let's take a moment and reflect. Was your mother there for you when you scraped your knee? Was your mother there for you when you received a good grade in school and wanted to show someone and help celebrate? How about when you had your first crush on a boy - and especially when that same boy broke your heart? I can happily say my mother was there for all of these things.
Growing up, my mother became my friend. Sure, there were those rotten teenage years when I thought I didn't need my parents, but I'm glad I survived without any major scrapes and injuries. Now I can say my mother is a great friend. She's someone who will listen to me when I complain, she's there to give me advice when I need it, and she is especially there to laugh with me. I've noticed we laugh a LOT together. (it must be my old age... lol) We have shared many special memories!
But I want to tell my mom - I LOVE YOU! And THANK YOU Mom for being a wonderful Mother and a great example!!!
~Marie~
Well, that's not what it's like in the real world. Mothers have responsibilities. Meals still need to be prepared, and the house still has to be cleaned, and believe it or not, Mother's still have to be the "Mother" to their children. So what's so special about Mother's Day?
It's one day out of the year that we take time to recognize all that our mothers have done for us. So let's take a moment and reflect. Was your mother there for you when you scraped your knee? Was your mother there for you when you received a good grade in school and wanted to show someone and help celebrate? How about when you had your first crush on a boy - and especially when that same boy broke your heart? I can happily say my mother was there for all of these things.
Growing up, my mother became my friend. Sure, there were those rotten teenage years when I thought I didn't need my parents, but I'm glad I survived without any major scrapes and injuries. Now I can say my mother is a great friend. She's someone who will listen to me when I complain, she's there to give me advice when I need it, and she is especially there to laugh with me. I've noticed we laugh a LOT together. (it must be my old age... lol) We have shared many special memories!
But I want to tell my mom - I LOVE YOU! And THANK YOU Mom for being a wonderful Mother and a great example!!!
~Marie~
Tuesday, April 26, 2011
We have 4 Winners!
Thanks to all who participated in the Easter Egg blog hop! You're all very supportive.
I put everyone's name in a bag and drew four names.
Winner #1 wins "Journey Of Honor". Congratulations to Jennifer (book noise).
Winner #2 wins "Wild Irish Rose". Congrats to Sue B!
Winner #3 wins "English Trifle". Congrats to Stacie!
Grand Prize winner get the $10 gift card from Starbucks. Congrats to.... (drum roll please)....
VELVET Hubler!
I will send emails out to you, letting you know. You are all awesome!
~Marie~
I put everyone's name in a bag and drew four names.
Winner #1 wins "Journey Of Honor". Congratulations to Jennifer (book noise).
Winner #2 wins "Wild Irish Rose". Congrats to Sue B!
Winner #3 wins "English Trifle". Congrats to Stacie!
Grand Prize winner get the $10 gift card from Starbucks. Congrats to.... (drum roll please)....
VELVET Hubler!
I will send emails out to you, letting you know. You are all awesome!
~Marie~
Wednesday, April 20, 2011
Hoppy Easter Eggstravaganza Blog Hop
Hey all, I'm doing another blog hop. These are so fun!!
I'm participating with a bunch of other blogs in doing a Hoppy Easter Eggstravaganza. Follow this link to see others who are having giveaways
http://iamareadernotawriter.blogspot.com/p/giveaway-hop-page.html
I'm giving away FREE print books I have reviewed lately -
"Journey Of Honor" by Jaclyn M. Hawkes, "Wild Irish Rose" by Deborah L. Weikel, and "English Trifle" by Josi Kilpack!
AND...the grand prize winner will receive a $10 gift certificate from Starbucks!
All you have to do to enter my giveaway become a 'follower' of this blog and leave a comment with your contact information. (Open only to those who live in the United States)
~Marie~
I'm participating with a bunch of other blogs in doing a Hoppy Easter Eggstravaganza. Follow this link to see others who are having giveaways
http://iamareadernotawriter.blogspot.com/p/giveaway-hop-page.html
I'm giving away FREE print books I have reviewed lately -
"Journey Of Honor" by Jaclyn M. Hawkes, "Wild Irish Rose" by Deborah L. Weikel, and "English Trifle" by Josi Kilpack!
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| http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Honor-Jaclyn-M-Hawkes/dp/1599360594/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1303175452&sr=1-1 |
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| http://www.amazon.com/Wild-Irish-Rose-Deborah-Weikel/dp/1935217666/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1303175425&sr=1-1 |
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| http://www.josiskilpack.com/books/culinary-mystery-series/english-trifle |
AND...the grand prize winner will receive a $10 gift certificate from Starbucks!
All you have to do to enter my giveaway become a 'follower' of this blog and leave a comment with your contact information. (Open only to those who live in the United States)
~Marie~
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