Saturday, July 20, 2013

Haters Everywhere.....

My first book of the Executioner Trilogy has sparked tons and tons of rave reviews, but for every thousands of fans, you are bound to find at least one hater. Yes, I said it, I have my first hater. I can take constructive criticism, but stating there are problems where there aren't is another thing.

And no one likes a hater....

I am still under serious consideration from Zeno Literary Agency which, by my luck, represents a very well known author in my particular genre. Charlaine Harris! So am I excited. You bet ya!

Of course, I don't need everyone's approval. Heck, Stephen King is loved by most but there are still some who can't stand his writing. I am following the same trend it seems, which I don't mind. That just lets me know I am truly great.

Monday, July 15, 2013

Continue......

I am in absolute awe at the rave reviews that keep pouring in. Everyone is loving it and one of the most recent reviews has really captured my heart. Here is it:

"I think you are reinventing Buffy here - total compliment! Robin is tough and funny, a bit isolated and has something that makes her special. Tons of women will relate to that. And the guys will love the blood and gore. There's a depth to the history and you've clearly put a lot of thought into creating a believable world. I also found Robin's ability to see and feel energy very intriguing - nice original idea. The writing is clear and easy to read and the narrative rolls forward at a cracking pace. Really, really well done!"


As well as this one:

"Some strong command of the language to create vivid images! Interesting depiction of vampire at the end of the prologue. Robin is a true Executioner of evil. I like the way you describe the battle between a vampire hungry for revenge of his mate and Robin. I also like the name you chose: almost Robin Hood of the modern day. Your story is very well written, high stars from me."


I can only hope more reviews like this keep coming in and I can finally gain even more success with my work that I have worked so hard on. Looks like the 9+ years of hard work are finally paying off.

Friday, July 12, 2013

Two More Rave Reviews!

I woke up yesterday to find two new rave reviews on my Authonomy page for my book "Follow the Ashes" (aka "Flowers of Evil").  I have to say these are encouraging. These are all four reviews I have gotten so far.

" Hi Kindra; I have just read your first three chapters.Very entertaining they were too. If ever there was a book suited to its chosen genres then this is it.
Having the prologue set back in the Ripper days gives this an instant touch of believability. It makes the book seem grounded in the possible rather than improbable. The gypsy twist works and sets this up nicely.
You got me with the move to the present day. I wasn't expecting that, but it worked fine. We are straight into vampire killing action and get a taste for how it feels doing it. But I thought chapter two was the standout here. The bath scene gave the reminiscing a touch more poignance and the heat from Robins body is a very unusual idea. The coffee scene and steam in the bath both added to this and gives a lot of scope for expansion. Good job. This book has great potential and I am sure will be well liked here."


1.   "   Kindra,
I've read through Chapter 10 and would happily read more today if I had time. The story moves along at a good pace, is entertaining and exciting with lots of mystery to keep the reader going. We learn all about what Robin is feeling as she goes about her hunting, but the story never clogs down. I think the biggest strength of your writing appears when you describe physical sensations, which is so important here because Robin feels her way through the scenes. There were many passages where I felt I was experiencing things through Robin as she observed everything around her so viscerally. It's almost like she's a nerve center moving around, touching everything, sensing everything. I'm not familiar with this genre (though I was a big fan of Buffy about twelve years ago!), but I'd guess one unique thing about your story is the roll of Gypsy folklore. I found this to be a compelling ingredient, particularly with the identification of Lilith in Chapter 10."



1.     " So jack, witches vampires gypsies… man you’ve got a lot of supernatural going on here. Nicely linked though, but what will you do with all those links… hmmm. A CHANGE IN TIME AND mc? Perhaps??? Nice clinical kill and a look into our characters skill and history, but what is the secret? Nice secret, that even she doesn’t fully appreciate and nice setup with her friend Beth. The internal struggle bit was nicely played, enough so to require another chapter… OK, so nice chapter 4, the sense between the two leads (I assume) was palpable and the whole sensing thing was really the strength of your tale. You really draw the reader in through these moments, creating a tangible presense and mystery that drives the tale beyond where you began."

""I love a decent fantasy and this has a cross-fantasy feel with lots of different threads. Thought it might be too much but settld nicely and dragged me in. Lots of tension and aventure with lots to promise. Lots of shining stars fro this one and a watch listing. Good luck"




 

Wednesday, July 10, 2013

Another Rave Review!

I woke up this morning to find another rave review of my book! Here it is!

Hi Kindra; I have just read your first three chapters.

Very entertaining they were too. If ever there was a book suited to its chosen genres then this is it.

Having the prologue set back in the Ripper days gives this an instant touch of believability. It makes the book seem grounded in the possible rather than improbable. The gypsy twist works and sets this up nicely.

You got me with the move to the present day. I wasn't expecting that, but it worked fine. We are straight into vampire killing action and get a taste for how it feels doing it. But I thought chapter two was the standout here. The bath scene gave the reminiscing a touch more poignance and the heat from Robins body is a very unusual idea. The coffee scene and steam in the bath both added to this and gives a lot of scope for expansion.

Like Edward says, there is only minor things to deal with here. There was very little actual faults. My only point would be to watch repetition as this does happen where you repeat the same word within a line or two of each other. This just breaks the flow a touch. Also, every now and again you put a word like 'almost' before a description which would be far stronger if you just went for it without the preceding word. All minor stuff and easily sorted.

Good job. This book has great potential and I am sure will be well liked here.
Richard
The Snow Lily

Sunday, July 7, 2013

First Review!

I have found my first review on my book on Authonomy. This review is base on the version with the editing job as well as the new chapter. This will give plenty of incentive for people to check it out. There are somehow still a few small grammatical errors that Word didn't catch, but this is the part I am proud of the most:


"Kindra,
I've read through Chapter 10 and would happily read more today if I had time. The story moves along at a good pace, is entertaining and exciting with lots of mystery to keep the reader going. We learn all about what Robin is feeling as she goes about her hunting, but the story never clogs down. I think the biggest strength of your writing appears when you describe physical sensations, which is so important here because Robin feels her way through the scenes. There were many passages where I felt I was experiencing things through Robin as she observed everything around her so viscerally. It's almost like she's a nerve center moving around, touching everything, sensing everything.

I'm not familiar with this genre (though I was a big fan of Buffy about twelve years ago!), but I'd guess one unique thing about your story is the roll of Gypsy folklore. I found this to be a compelling ingredient, particularly with the identification of Lilith in Chapter 10."