Andrea Murray's Blog: Author of the Vivid Trilogy and Omni, page 13
November 6, 2013
Thank you
Recently, I was reading an article on a blog site; the article was about how writers should blog about their fans more often, thank them for all their support. I realized I don't do that enough, and in the last month, I've had so much support from my fans that I actually feel like an author for the first time.
I am so lucky to have all of you. I am so lucky to have people all over the world who care about my books and give reviews (even the bad ones). Thank you all so much for your help and your time. You are all amazing!
I am so lucky to have all of you. I am so lucky to have people all over the world who care about my books and give reviews (even the bad ones). Thank you all so much for your help and your time. You are all amazing!
November 1, 2013
IT'S FINALLY HERE!
My release date has arrived! I'm so excited. I already have some reviews and have had requests on my read to review opportunities. Please check it out!
Happy Reading
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
Happy Reading
https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/1...
October 29, 2013
Review of The Secrets She Carried
I received a copy of this novel in exchange for an honest review.
The Secrets She Carried is as beautifully-written as the love story between Adele and Henry. In this novel where the plantation becomes a living entity as vital to the plot as any of the other characters, the story alternates between Leslie and Jay’s story and Adele and Henry’s, showing Peak’s past as well its future. Though the Gone with the Wind cliché is inevitable (and unnecessarily mentioned), the setting’s charm makes visualizing the farm and town as easy as sipping a glass of iced tea on the veranda. The characterization is fantastic. Each character’s motivation becomes intensely clear, Leslie’s obsession with finding her history, Jay’s denied desires, Adele’s need for Henry’s love, and Henry’s passion for Peak.
While the past/present narration is interesting, I was somewhat thrown by the chapter organization in the beginning. There didn’t seem to be a definitive pattern to the way in which the chapters were laid out; however, as the plot progressed, I could see how events in the chapters mirrored each other, creating an interesting contrast and connection between past and present, Adele and Leslie. I question the need for Jay’s POV, though. The theme of female suffering and strength seems diminished somehow by having Jay’s chapters. The story could have been just as powerful and told just as artfully without his point of view. Also, I wanted more of Adele’s story. I found myself disappointed when her chapters ended and Leslie’s began.
Overall, it is a fantastic story of love, loss, and life’s journey.
4 stars
The Secrets She Carried is as beautifully-written as the love story between Adele and Henry. In this novel where the plantation becomes a living entity as vital to the plot as any of the other characters, the story alternates between Leslie and Jay’s story and Adele and Henry’s, showing Peak’s past as well its future. Though the Gone with the Wind cliché is inevitable (and unnecessarily mentioned), the setting’s charm makes visualizing the farm and town as easy as sipping a glass of iced tea on the veranda. The characterization is fantastic. Each character’s motivation becomes intensely clear, Leslie’s obsession with finding her history, Jay’s denied desires, Adele’s need for Henry’s love, and Henry’s passion for Peak.
While the past/present narration is interesting, I was somewhat thrown by the chapter organization in the beginning. There didn’t seem to be a definitive pattern to the way in which the chapters were laid out; however, as the plot progressed, I could see how events in the chapters mirrored each other, creating an interesting contrast and connection between past and present, Adele and Leslie. I question the need for Jay’s POV, though. The theme of female suffering and strength seems diminished somehow by having Jay’s chapters. The story could have been just as powerful and told just as artfully without his point of view. Also, I wanted more of Adele’s story. I found myself disappointed when her chapters ended and Leslie’s began.
Overall, it is a fantastic story of love, loss, and life’s journey.
4 stars
October 20, 2013
Fire Country Giveaway
YA author David Estes has invited you to the event: Fire Country FREE on Kindle!.
Date: November 12, 2013 12:00AM
Venue: http://www.amazon.com/Fire-Country-Th...
Location: The United States
Description:
From November 12 to 14, 2013, Fire Country (Country Saga #1), the first book in my sister series to the Dwellers Saga, will be FREE on Amazon Kindle!
http://www.amazon.com/Fire-Country-Th...
Date: November 12, 2013 12:00AM
Venue: http://www.amazon.com/Fire-Country-Th...
Location: The United States
Description:
From November 12 to 14, 2013, Fire Country (Country Saga #1), the first book in my sister series to the Dwellers Saga, will be FREE on Amazon Kindle!
http://www.amazon.com/Fire-Country-Th...
October 19, 2013
Trilogy Giveaway
I'm giving away one set of The Vivid Trilogy. To enter, follow the link. If you haven't read it, this is your chance to read it free!
http://www.authortanyawatt.wordpress.com
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October 18, 2013
Ranking
I know the Amazon ranking system can be fickle to say the least, but I am so excited about Vivid's ranking today. Thank you, everyone, who's read my first novel. Please leave me a review or shoot me a message. Thanks!
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,166 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)
#5 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Fantasy > Superhero
#28 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Action & Adventure > Science Fiction
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,166 Free in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Free in Kindle Store)
#5 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Science Fiction & Fantasy > Fantasy > Superhero
#28 in Kindle Store > Kindle eBooks > Literature & Fiction > Action & Adventure > Science Fiction
October 17, 2013
Interview with Ultimate Fantasy Books Website
Check out the UFB website. It's a great place to read author interviews and link to books.
http://www.ultimatefantasybooks.com/a...
http://www.ultimatefantasybooks.com/a...
October 15, 2013
October 12, 2013
In-Depth Interview with Smashwords
I just completed an interview with Smashwords. Please check it out! Let me know what you think.
Happy Reading!
https://www.smashwords.com/interview/...
Happy Reading!
https://www.smashwords.com/interview/...
