Biker gangs known as regulators rule the streets of a war-torn city with hate and pain -- their cruelty is etched into every inch of Dae's battered...
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Jan 03, 2011
Kati
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A couple of weeks ago, I finished reading this amazing book: "Scarred" by J. M. Snyder. This book is self-published (though there are no tons of mistakes or bad grammar or similar things that you sometimes find in such books) and it contains four gay stories, two sci-fi and two set in our present time.
"VR Palace" tells the story of a man who falls in love with a boy from virtual reality. The main part of the plot is about how real virtual reality can be because su More...
"VR Palace" tells the story of a man who falls in love with a boy from virtual reality. The main part of the plot is about how real virtual reality can be because su More...
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Aug 27, 2010
Sonya
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Jan 23, 2010
Ami
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4.5 stars This is the third story by J.M. Snyder that I read and I am very impressed with the emotion that she can envoke with her writing. In the world where biker gangs are the regulators who rule the city, Dae must protect his younger sister, so he takes all the brutality that comes to him in order to let her sister away from all that. He has been raped, tortured, used like nothing -- he has scars and bruises and broken bones as constant reminders. His life is constant loneliness . Until one
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Mar 17, 2011
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Scarred is a collection of four gay themed short stories.
The first, VR Palace, an ordinary guy escapes regularly to indulge himself at a video reality parlour where he goes by the name James. He has created his ideal: a cute young guy who can be whatever and wherever he wants him to be, he merely has to think it and it is so. But when the game doesn't react quite as it should, perhaps the result of a virus, and the cute boy begins to think for himself, make demands, what should James do; h More...
The first, VR Palace, an ordinary guy escapes regularly to indulge himself at a video reality parlour where he goes by the name James. He has created his ideal: a cute young guy who can be whatever and wherever he wants him to be, he merely has to think it and it is so. But when the game doesn't react quite as it should, perhaps the result of a virus, and the cute boy begins to think for himself, make demands, what should James do; h More...
Sep 19, 2010
J.P.
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This book was like a train wreck for me, it was disturbing, but I just couldn't stop reading it. I saw some Stephen King influence in the book which I found interesting, and it was consistently well done.
If you're looking for happy fluffy, this book isn't it and I appreciate the author all the more for that. If you're looking for a raw and emotionally charged read - then dive right in.
If you're looking for happy fluffy, this book isn't it and I appreciate the author all the more for that. If you're looking for a raw and emotionally charged read - then dive right in.
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Oct 04, 2010
Wendy
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I was probably a bit hesitant when starting this book (recommended for me); not really sure if it would suit my interest. It didn't take long and I was completely drawn in. There's such a raw element to the story because of the violence (past and present), but also because of the emotion. I desperately wanted Dae to be cherished and experience love - man did he deserve it! I don't usually enjoy a book written from a 1st person POV, but this one had so much going for it that it didn't matter.
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Aug 28, 2011
MandyM
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Amazing short story set in a post apocalyptic world where biker gangs (regulators) control the streets. Dae owns a diner on the edge of town where he ekes out a life for himself and his sister. To protect his sister Dae is subjected to the attentions of a violent and sadistic regulator, McCabe. Dae has no choice but to accept it until a new regulator comes into town.
This story pulls no punches about the facts of life in this desolate future world. When Coby shows an interest in Dae, More...
This story pulls no punches about the facts of life in this desolate future world. When Coby shows an interest in Dae, More...
Mar 25, 2010
Shin
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This book wasn't really the type of story I usually read, quite the opposite, I try to avoid these. But since it was by J.M. Snyder and she does intense and emotional drama very well, I couldn't help myself and read it.
Dae is deeply scarred in more ways then one. He's used to being abused and raped by pretty much every "regulator" (bikers who rules the city and claim everything they can) that comes to his restaurant. But one in particular takes pleasure in torturing him both menta More...
Dae is deeply scarred in more ways then one. He's used to being abused and raped by pretty much every "regulator" (bikers who rules the city and claim everything they can) that comes to his restaurant. But one in particular takes pleasure in torturing him both menta More...
Sep 20, 2011
Laddie
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Have you ever wondered what life would be like if your world wasn't as organized and civilized as it probably is now? Would there be chaos or would a new kind ruler take over? Scarred provides some very disconcerting answers to those questions.
In a world where there appears to be no central government after a devastating war, things are run by the Regulators. They're nomadic, motorcycle gangs who, while they do roam, claim territory. Any people who live in that territory are also pr More...
In a world where there appears to be no central government after a devastating war, things are run by the Regulators. They're nomadic, motorcycle gangs who, while they do roam, claim territory. Any people who live in that territory are also pr More...
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Aug 29, 2010
Rhianon
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Hands-down, a solid 5-star read. Warnings for references to noncon/rape, violence, blood (and worse).
This one is more post-apocalyptic futuristic fiction than the conventional "science fiction" genre. Still, those details are minor. The world-building is secondary, but still strong and well-woven.
Best aspect of this book is by far the character development. Dae and Coby are both beautiful creatures, despite the circumstances that have forged them into something More...
This one is more post-apocalyptic futuristic fiction than the conventional "science fiction" genre. Still, those details are minor. The world-building is secondary, but still strong and well-woven.
Best aspect of this book is by far the character development. Dae and Coby are both beautiful creatures, despite the circumstances that have forged them into something More...
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Feb 23, 2010
In an post apocalyptic world, Dae owns a diner in an almost abandoned city. No law reigns unless the regulators' law, biker gang who patrolling the zone.
Dae must protect his younger sister and so he takes on him all the brutality of the gangs member, in particular of the leader. So now Dae is alive but his body is scarred, like his soul. He no more has hope.
But one day a new regulater arrives in the city: Coby is younger but he is also a born leader. But when he is with More...
Dae must protect his younger sister and so he takes on him all the brutality of the gangs member, in particular of the leader. So now Dae is alive but his body is scarred, like his soul. He no more has hope.
But one day a new regulater arrives in the city: Coby is younger but he is also a born leader. But when he is with More...
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Dec 17, 2009
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I have a massive collection of m/m books, and this is one of my favorites. In a post apocalyptic world, a man persists, holding on to life as best he can amidst a hostile environment. Even in such a place, heroes exist...
Though some may not, I love hurt/comfort if handled properly. J.M. Snyder does just that. Though painful to read because of the raw emotion it evokes, Scarred tugs at your heartstrings, and makes you believe that even in hard time and in hard people, decency ex
Though some may not, I love hurt/comfort if handled properly. J.M. Snyder does just that. Though painful to read because of the raw emotion it evokes, Scarred tugs at your heartstrings, and makes you believe that even in hard time and in hard people, decency ex
Oct 12, 2010
Serena
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This is such a great story. It isn't warm and fuzzy, and it's not about love in the sense many m/m romances talk about it. But man, it sure pulls a punch.
Dae lives in a post apocalyptic world of cruelty and survival of the strongest. He suffers enormous humiliation and torture so his sister will be safe. He thinks he's a coward, but the inner strength he needs to get through several ordeals is more than I can imagine.
Coby seems to be one of the tough gang leaders at first More...
Dae lives in a post apocalyptic world of cruelty and survival of the strongest. He suffers enormous humiliation and torture so his sister will be safe. He thinks he's a coward, but the inner strength he needs to get through several ordeals is more than I can imagine.
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Oct 07, 2011
Eve
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The kindle version of this ebook on Amazon just contains the main novella, "Scarred" not 4 stories as some other reviewers have found in the paperback. That said, it is a very nice story.
Jun 20, 2011
Ares
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it was ok...like...you kind of expected the ending. Too short, that's the problem.
Sep 26, 2011
Merry
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Loved this. I was in the mood for a book like this but it probably isn't for everyone.
Oct 06, 2010
Lexi
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Here is another one of my favorites! Dae's determination to protect his family, no matter the cost. The cost is such that his scars are not only external but internal. Your heart hurts for him as he struggles to hope and to believe in Coby. I found myself holding my breath rooting for Dae and Coby.
Sep 01, 2011
Tamela
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The writing was spot on. You get the understanding of how Dae has suffered but it was to protect his sister. I'm so glad Coby came and claimed Dae. Good story considering it happened all within the confines of Dae' cafe.
Jan 03, 2011
J.M.
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This is my book so I'm not going to write a review.
Contains the following stories:
• His Song
• Scarred
• VR Palace
• Windows
Contains the following stories:
• His Song
• Scarred
• VR Palace
• Windows
Jan 03, 2011
Because sometimes you just want a story that will hit some of your kinks; even if it's no great literature at all :-)
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