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For the Love of Politics
For the love of a man.
For the love of a woman.
For the love of politics.
Passion and intimacy span the country and the globe.
Intrigue and heartbreak span time and space.
Lose yourself in the journey as the writers transport you, sexually and emotionally, to exotic worlds and familiar locales. The heroes and heroines will capture your heart and spark your imagination. Nine amazing authors come together to write nine unforgettable stories in the political romance anthology: For the Love of Politics.
For the love of a woman.
For the love of politics.
Passion and intimacy span the country and the globe.
Intrigue and heartbreak span time and space.
Lose yourself in the journey as the writers transport you, sexually and emotionally, to exotic worlds and familiar locales. The heroes and heroines will capture your heart and spark your imagination. Nine amazing authors come together to write nine unforgettable stories in the political romance anthology: For the Love of Politics.
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October 6, 2018
For the Love of Politics is a political romance anthology consisting of several great works from many outstanding authors. Each entry tells a different story of the behind the scene romances in the political world that are not typically seen by the public, all of which have been well written. I personally took an extreme liking to Impasse by Tina Maurine. I quickly connected to the characters, Vette and Davien, due to my own life experiences. I feel they were well developed and well written. I liked how the author had Vette's past with a side character haunt her throughout the story. There were several twists written that I thought were going to change the path and I had assumed how it would end. I was wrong with all of my assumptions and it definitely ends completely different than I imagined. I loved how I could feel the emotions Vette and Davien were going through at every moment. It's not often that I connect so easily and so well with shorter stories but Tina did an excellent job of making the characters easily relatable. I'm looking forward to reading more from her in the future!
February 4, 2019
If there’s one thing I’m not keen with in life (well along with a few other things) I must say politics is one of them. I gave it a try and began with The Gift of Foresight by Kris Lomonaco and gee, I loved it! I like her writing style and how she developed her characters and the whole story. Just reading the part about arriving in Delhi India brought me back to that place again (and that was just a tiny part of it). The story itself kept me very interested, bringing about feelings of awn, sigh, ugh, whoah and aww at different points. The art of narration flowed nice and easy for me all throughout. I always make it a habit to get something good from each story I read and in this one I find… that when a person is driven like the main character in the story, everything in life simply ends well. It was a very good read.
The next story that stood out for me in this anthology is A Whisper of Wings by M.E. Giguere. I found it very unique and intriguing until the end. Who would ever thought of a love story, fantasy and politics be put together like that and yes, they worked nicely. Sometimes there were parts that crushed my heart because of Iris BUT that’s part of the story’s beauty. It left me breathless and smiling at the end.
I liked all the other stories. The Spinster of India by Hunter James Luck was also good. I found it cleverly and very artistically written! A Promise Kept by Mary Darlene Messina was very inspiring for me. Caregivers occupy a very special spot in my heart.
I have to say that I also liked, Electing Ellie by Michelle Rene. I’ve identified myself with her main character being a teacher too. How she wrote it entertained me.
This anthology also featured great works from other good authors, namely: Tanya DeLoatch, S.L. Heinz, Tina Maurine and Jude Ouvrard. All in all, For the Love of Politics is one heavy book filled with a variety of stories. I’m sure each reader would find his or her own favorite if not one but all. This collection is definitely worth every cent, worthwhile of your time and very entertaining.
The next story that stood out for me in this anthology is A Whisper of Wings by M.E. Giguere. I found it very unique and intriguing until the end. Who would ever thought of a love story, fantasy and politics be put together like that and yes, they worked nicely. Sometimes there were parts that crushed my heart because of Iris BUT that’s part of the story’s beauty. It left me breathless and smiling at the end.
I liked all the other stories. The Spinster of India by Hunter James Luck was also good. I found it cleverly and very artistically written! A Promise Kept by Mary Darlene Messina was very inspiring for me. Caregivers occupy a very special spot in my heart.
I have to say that I also liked, Electing Ellie by Michelle Rene. I’ve identified myself with her main character being a teacher too. How she wrote it entertained me.
This anthology also featured great works from other good authors, namely: Tanya DeLoatch, S.L. Heinz, Tina Maurine and Jude Ouvrard. All in all, For the Love of Politics is one heavy book filled with a variety of stories. I’m sure each reader would find his or her own favorite if not one but all. This collection is definitely worth every cent, worthwhile of your time and very entertaining.
December 26, 2018
‘Stylistic and diverse’
Anthologies are a treat for avid readers as they allow them to consume a variety of complete stories – often in a single sitting while sampling different writing styles. Occasionally from different genres.
On the other hand, reviewing a book of short stories presents specific challenges:
• Were stories equally engaging?
• Were they equally well-written?
• How will I assess the collection if the answers to the above questions are no?
Fortunately, with one exception, by the sheer diversity of styles and the literary prowess of each writer, I wasn’t forced to confront that third question.
‘For the Love of Politics,’ is a rich selection of short stories compiled by Wild Dreams Publishing and presented as political romances. But I found them to be much more. They’re finely crafted character-driven dramas wrapped in political settings with the romance and occasional sexual situations as significant, though never dominating, sub-plots.
This made reading this anthology pleasurable as I embrace the art of story, and more specifically, the character-driven story. I’m also a fan of stylistic writing, and each author in this compilation displays exceptional talent.
I was struck while reading this, how unique each story was. The diversity made the adventure fun.
A man running for the US Senate who, though in a torrid love affair with one woman, finds himself pulled to the apparition of another drawn from his subconscious. The fantasy and mystery element here made this my favourite of the nine stories. A Whisper of Wings, by M. E. Giguere
An American diplomat falling for a Nigerian politician / businessman in the US to gain support for a farming initiative. Well written and interesting but moved a bit too quickly. Not Just Politics, by Tanya DeLoatch
A woman hired as a lobbyist to persuade a Senator’s vote on an education issue who must choose between her mission and her integrity when the married politician attempts to seduce her. Nice, sophisticated style – nice attention to detail as the author explores the lobbyist’s inner conflict. The Lobbyist’s Dilemma, by S. L. Heinz
A 48-year-old driven woman – destined for a life in politics, accompanies a senator’s wife to Nepal following an earthquake where she finds love and a better understanding of herself. Clean writing. Nice structure and character development. The story is well told, and the love affair and explicit sex, though there, simply work to support the main plot. The Gift of Foresight, by Kris Lomonaco
A wonderful tale in the form of a historical fiction / Adventure with Dante, a young ambassador despatched from ancient Babylon to India where he is to present himself to the Queen – The Spinster of India. This story is nearly free verse poetry and was an absolute joy to read. The Spinster of India, by Hunter James Luck.
A clever first-person account of a female Secret Service agent asked by the American president and first lady to take charge of their 17-year-old son while the first lady undergoes cancer treatment. This story has a gritty realism about it as the author allows her protagonist to expound on her inner feelings throughout. Impasse, by Tina Maurine.
Volition, by Tina Maurine – An abbreviated version of a longer story, this one offers little more than a setup to a romantic situation. I sensed no real story here.
A Promise Kept, by Mary Darlene Messina – A young woman accepts a live-in caregiving position after her husband dies and finds a remedy for her loss, a new accepting family and a new direction. Nice, stylised, inspirational writing with a strong theme.
River, by Jude Ouvrard – A clever, witty piece of a 30-year-old young man, the son of the US President working in some capacity at the White House, who decides politics just isn’t his thing. He gets up, makes his formal announcement and literally bolts with a smile. I chuckled from the beginning to the end of this one. Smart writing. The rebelliousness of Dawson, the story’s protagonist, seems very real. The writer also writes fluid dialogue.
Electing Ellie by Michelle Rene – In a small-town mayoral election, a young teacher receives the support of the student body and of her family. This is a nice piece. The author writes from the heart and literally commands you to like her protagonist. I also enjoyed the narrative. Nice style.
What I liked most:
Variety:
Reading different authors is always fun and often instructive. One gains an appreciation of different styles, phrasings, vocabulary and approach to storytelling.
As a writer and screenwriter, I find reading different writers’ work invaluable. Quoting Stephen King: ‘If you are to be a good, versatile writer, you need to read broadly – covering all genres. Not just the ones in which you write.’ I love that quote and follow it.
I find reading a learning experience. Whether it’s a good Sci-Fi piece, my favourite genre, or a Fantasy, Historical Fiction or Romance, there is something to be learned in every piece of literature. And I thoroughly enjoyed this nicely written collection
Criticisms:
With an anthology of nine individual stories, I certainly found areas deserving criticism. Nothing spectacular – worth mentioning here, and nothing that would lessen my 4.5-Star rating and High Recommendation
Summary and Recommendation:
For the Love of Politics is a clever anthology of dramatic short stories. They’re unique, diverse and display a broad range of literary talent.
Without hesitation, I give For the Love of Politics a 4.5-Star rating and a High Recommendation.
Review by T. E. Mark – Writer / Screenwriter
Anthologies are a treat for avid readers as they allow them to consume a variety of complete stories – often in a single sitting while sampling different writing styles. Occasionally from different genres.
On the other hand, reviewing a book of short stories presents specific challenges:
• Were stories equally engaging?
• Were they equally well-written?
• How will I assess the collection if the answers to the above questions are no?
Fortunately, with one exception, by the sheer diversity of styles and the literary prowess of each writer, I wasn’t forced to confront that third question.
‘For the Love of Politics,’ is a rich selection of short stories compiled by Wild Dreams Publishing and presented as political romances. But I found them to be much more. They’re finely crafted character-driven dramas wrapped in political settings with the romance and occasional sexual situations as significant, though never dominating, sub-plots.
This made reading this anthology pleasurable as I embrace the art of story, and more specifically, the character-driven story. I’m also a fan of stylistic writing, and each author in this compilation displays exceptional talent.
I was struck while reading this, how unique each story was. The diversity made the adventure fun.
A man running for the US Senate who, though in a torrid love affair with one woman, finds himself pulled to the apparition of another drawn from his subconscious. The fantasy and mystery element here made this my favourite of the nine stories. A Whisper of Wings, by M. E. Giguere
An American diplomat falling for a Nigerian politician / businessman in the US to gain support for a farming initiative. Well written and interesting but moved a bit too quickly. Not Just Politics, by Tanya DeLoatch
A woman hired as a lobbyist to persuade a Senator’s vote on an education issue who must choose between her mission and her integrity when the married politician attempts to seduce her. Nice, sophisticated style – nice attention to detail as the author explores the lobbyist’s inner conflict. The Lobbyist’s Dilemma, by S. L. Heinz
A 48-year-old driven woman – destined for a life in politics, accompanies a senator’s wife to Nepal following an earthquake where she finds love and a better understanding of herself. Clean writing. Nice structure and character development. The story is well told, and the love affair and explicit sex, though there, simply work to support the main plot. The Gift of Foresight, by Kris Lomonaco
A wonderful tale in the form of a historical fiction / Adventure with Dante, a young ambassador despatched from ancient Babylon to India where he is to present himself to the Queen – The Spinster of India. This story is nearly free verse poetry and was an absolute joy to read. The Spinster of India, by Hunter James Luck.
A clever first-person account of a female Secret Service agent asked by the American president and first lady to take charge of their 17-year-old son while the first lady undergoes cancer treatment. This story has a gritty realism about it as the author allows her protagonist to expound on her inner feelings throughout. Impasse, by Tina Maurine.
Volition, by Tina Maurine – An abbreviated version of a longer story, this one offers little more than a setup to a romantic situation. I sensed no real story here.
A Promise Kept, by Mary Darlene Messina – A young woman accepts a live-in caregiving position after her husband dies and finds a remedy for her loss, a new accepting family and a new direction. Nice, stylised, inspirational writing with a strong theme.
River, by Jude Ouvrard – A clever, witty piece of a 30-year-old young man, the son of the US President working in some capacity at the White House, who decides politics just isn’t his thing. He gets up, makes his formal announcement and literally bolts with a smile. I chuckled from the beginning to the end of this one. Smart writing. The rebelliousness of Dawson, the story’s protagonist, seems very real. The writer also writes fluid dialogue.
Electing Ellie by Michelle Rene – In a small-town mayoral election, a young teacher receives the support of the student body and of her family. This is a nice piece. The author writes from the heart and literally commands you to like her protagonist. I also enjoyed the narrative. Nice style.
What I liked most:
Variety:
Reading different authors is always fun and often instructive. One gains an appreciation of different styles, phrasings, vocabulary and approach to storytelling.
As a writer and screenwriter, I find reading different writers’ work invaluable. Quoting Stephen King: ‘If you are to be a good, versatile writer, you need to read broadly – covering all genres. Not just the ones in which you write.’ I love that quote and follow it.
I find reading a learning experience. Whether it’s a good Sci-Fi piece, my favourite genre, or a Fantasy, Historical Fiction or Romance, there is something to be learned in every piece of literature. And I thoroughly enjoyed this nicely written collection
Criticisms:
With an anthology of nine individual stories, I certainly found areas deserving criticism. Nothing spectacular – worth mentioning here, and nothing that would lessen my 4.5-Star rating and High Recommendation
Summary and Recommendation:
For the Love of Politics is a clever anthology of dramatic short stories. They’re unique, diverse and display a broad range of literary talent.
Without hesitation, I give For the Love of Politics a 4.5-Star rating and a High Recommendation.
Review by T. E. Mark – Writer / Screenwriter
October 30, 2018
For the Love of Politics
This was an amazing collection. I want to thank M.E. Giguere bringing this together. Her story started things off so well. I love how she incorporated butterflies for lost love. One story leads right with the others. I don't know anyone who wouldn’t love this.i sure did
This was an amazing collection. I want to thank M.E. Giguere bringing this together. Her story started things off so well. I love how she incorporated butterflies for lost love. One story leads right with the others. I don't know anyone who wouldn’t love this.i sure did
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