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message 1: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
If you could rewrite the ending, would you? In other words, was the ending satisfying?


Traci (Mad Hatter Reads) (traci-madhatterreads) | 609 comments Mod
I know the ending happened as it was supposed to and the meanings will be revealed in future books, so really no I wouldn't change anything. We need that strife for the continuation of the story.

But if I could wave a wand I would take Leland and Reyes betrayals away so that Charley wouldn't be hurting so badly.


message 3: by Tabitha (new)

Tabitha (wisert) | 5 comments I wouldn't change a thing. Things happen for a reason, but something good came out of it for Charley, and the angels were not kidding when they said there would be a time of suffering!


message 4: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Traci wrote: "I know the ending happened as it was supposed to and the meanings will be revealed in future books, so really no I wouldn't change anything. We need that strife for the continuation of the story.
..."


I agree with Traci and Tabitha.

I wouldn't change the ending NEVER, but I'd sure as hell add things. I'm still putting my weird thoughts together to post it. Hee, I'm so bad.


message 5: by Stephanie (new)

Stephanie (thirstyflea) | 223 comments I don't think I would change anything either- Leland and Reyes have Charley in a pretty crappy position, but she's really strong and I can't wait to see how she handles it! I think the hardest part of being locked up for her will be the lack of all-access coffee!! I also think it may even bring her closer with her sister, and Leland definitely has some explaining to do...


message 6: by Mel (last edited Mar 16, 2012 05:57PM) (new)

Mel | 829 comments I agree with all of you. I would not change the ending because Charley will grow stronger through her suffering. Hopefully, the added tension between Reyes and Charley will force Reyes to make some changes in the near future (fingers crossed). I too hope this will strengthen Charley and her sisters relationship as well as Charley and Ubies relationship.

In all, the ending was hard on the heart but necessary for the growth of the characters and the build up of the story line...I would not change a thing.


message 7: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) I'm not a writer, so I would not dare to presume to rewrite an ending. That being said, I will say I HATE cliffhangers...but this book was perfect the way it ended. Hurtful, but perfect. Charlie now has a true friend that cannot be killed (or talk back }:)). Garrett will return. It's time for our little A.D.D. girl to grow up! And come up with snarkier comments!


message 8: by Jo (new)

Jo | 1 comments Happy with the ending....only Darynda knows what's next and I trust her completely......but there must be a happily ever after at the end of all the books! I love Reyes!!!!! x


message 9: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Just found this message in my inbox! Squee! That Jones is something else!

"You are the BEST fan group, ever! Congratulations to getting over 100 members. That's awesome!

Thanks bunches! "
~D~


message 10: by Stephanie (new)

Stephanie (thirstyflea) | 223 comments Cindy wrote: "I'm not a writer, so I would not dare to presume to rewrite an ending. That being said, I will say I HATE cliffhangers...but this book was perfect the way it ended. Hurtful, but perfect. Charlie..."

Exactly, Cindy! I don't think the ending was really a cliffhanger... only a tease of what's to come!! And there are many goodies we have to look forward to! I mean, Reyes is essentially free, Garrett will be around, and Charley has an awesome new guardian!


message 11: by Ines (new)

Ines (slayraa) | 684 comments I'm happy with the ending, I'm sorry Charley has to suffer because of her dad but it seems the only way she can reach her powers is by suffering or being mad at something. Plus, the dog is such a great addition! I don't know what to think about the bike gang - I wonder about their future role.

Cliffhangers are horrible but well, that's what keeps me coming back ;)


message 12: by Ines (new)

Ines (slayraa) | 684 comments Dana wrote: "Just found this message in my inbox! Squee! That Jones is something else!

"You are the BEST fan group, ever! Congratulations to getting over 100 members. That's awesome!

Thanks bunches! "
~D~"


WOW!! She's amazing :D


message 13: by Stephanie (new)

Stephanie (thirstyflea) | 223 comments Ines wrote: "Dana wrote: "Just found this message in my inbox! Squee! That Jones is something else!

"You are the BEST fan group, ever! Congratulations to getting over 100 members. That's awesome!

Thanks bu..."


YAY!!! That's so awesome! (and we are a pretty good fan group, if I do say so myself!)


Traci (Mad Hatter Reads) (traci-madhatterreads) | 609 comments Mod
Dana wrote: "Just found this message in my inbox! Squee! That Jones is something else!

"You are the BEST fan group, ever! Congratulations to getting over 100 members. That's awesome!

Thanks bunches! "
~D~"


She's the best!!!!


message 15: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Cindy wrote: "I'm not a writer, so I would not dare to presume to rewrite an ending. That being said, I will say I HATE cliffhangers...but this book was perfect the way it ended. Hurtful, but perfect. Charlie..."

As always, well said Cindy. :-)


message 16: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments I love Darynda and the rest of you gals. You make me laugh and are all caring individuals. Darynda is great to us. She keeps a close eye on what we are talking about and drops in every now and then to add her input. I think that is wonderful. You never know what she might like...who knows?


Jamie ~ Bad Boy Inspector (jamie_badboyinspector) I loved the ending and wouldn't change a thing. As much as I love Reyes I love the new bikers and the idea that Reyes might have some competition..lol I can't wait to read more.


message 18: by Annii (new)

Annii I wouldnt change a thing!
Its eventually going to lead to their HEA even if it takes a little longer then we hoped


message 19: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) I LOVE that Darynda is so "HANDS ON" with her fans....she's in Texas and Dakota Cassidy (another author I love) is going to meet her tonight. Wearing blue nail polish and skinny jeans & if I know Dakota, some kick-ass shoes! (I'm so like Charley,in that I can be lured away from a subject). Sooo, back to the book...the biker gang are Charley voyeurs, but I do wonder why Charley kissed Donovan while she knew Reyes was watching....hmmmm....TEASE!


Traci (Mad Hatter Reads) (traci-madhatterreads) | 609 comments Mod
Cindy wrote: "I LOVE that Darynda is so "HANDS ON" with her fans....she's in Texas and Dakota Cassidy (another author I love) is going to meet her tonight. Wearing blue nail polish and skinny jeans & if I know ..."

Charley needs to make Reyes suffer a bit! I want their HEA, but that man needs a bit of torment right now.


message 21: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) Traci wrote: "Cindy wrote: "I LOVE that Darynda is so "HANDS ON" with her fans....she's in Texas and Dakota Cassidy (another author I love) is going to meet her tonight. Wearing blue nail polish and skinny jean..."

Like I said: TEASE! But in a "Good" way. We women earn the right to be called BITCH...Beautiful, Intellagent, Talented, Charming, Happy!


message 22: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Cindy wrote: "I LOVE that Darynda is so "HANDS ON" with her fans....she's in Texas and Dakota Cassidy (another author I love) is going to meet her tonight. Wearing blue nail polish and skinny jeans & if I know ..."

Charley just gave Reyes a little payback, you know the saying, "Payback is a bitch". Reyes is super jealous of any man near his girl, you guys remember his name for Garrett, "it". I imagine we will all be seeing how Reyes makes Charley admit that he is her one and only. So much speculation and so much time until we discover what Darynda's muse has in store for us. Can us say "bibliophilicly frustrated", I cant wait until October. Thank goodness for all of you gals.


message 23: by Ines (new)

Ines (slayraa) | 684 comments I think Charley was feeling down because of her dad, Reyes and Garrett's almost death that she could blame on herself... it was too much pain and Donovan was adorable and went there to see how she was. He was so kind that I guess she needed a little love for a change. I'm not sure if it was intended as a tease, but it sure ended up like that!


message 24: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) Well Charley did say she knew where she stood with Donovan...that he'd sell her out for motorcycle parts...hee!


message 25: by Mel (last edited Mar 16, 2012 05:55PM) (new)

Mel | 829 comments Cindy wrote: "Well Charley did say she knew where she stood with Donovan...that he'd sell her out for motorcycle parts...hee!"

Cindy and Dana, I totally agree with both of you. Reyes needed a major "slap" in the face after his behavior. Kissing Donovan may not have been intended as nothing more than emotional comfort on Charley's part, but Reyes definitely deserves a good ol' fashion wake up call.

Charley needs to get her bitch on and tease Reyes to his knees.


message 26: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) DONOVAN!
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message 27: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Mel wrote: "Cindy wrote: "Well Charley did say she knew where she stood with Donovan...that he'd sell her out for motorcycle parts...hee!"

Cindy and Dana, I totally agree with both of you. Reyes needed a maj..."


Lub it, get your bitch on. Heee! Hee!


message 28: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Cindy wrote: "DONOVAN!
"


Oh, so, nice. Does he come with the chains?


message 29: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Cindy wrote: "Traci wrote: "Cindy wrote: "I LOVE that Darynda is so "HANDS ON" with her fans....she's in Texas and Dakota Cassidy (another author I love) is going to meet her tonight. Wearing blue nail polish a..."

I love that, Cindy! :)


message 30: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Cindy wrote: "DONOVAN!
"


Wow...um, I can think of lots of ways to put those chains to good use. :p


Traci (Mad Hatter Reads) (traci-madhatterreads) | 609 comments Mod
Cindy wrote: "DONOVAN!
"


Very nice!!! Comes complete with his own chains...'Scuse me while I get the bedframe and locks ready ;)


Jamie ~ Bad Boy Inspector (jamie_badboyinspector) Yummy!!

I have to agree with everyone. Reyes needs a little payback after what all he has put Charley through.


message 33: by Stephanie (new)

Stephanie (thirstyflea) | 223 comments Cindy wrote: "DONOVAN!
"


Oooo, just what I needed- some nightly eye candy!! Thanks Cindy!


message 34: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) Your welcome...and I will share Donovan...NOT REYES! If Charley drops Reyes (not happenin') I get him!!!


message 35: by Candie (new)

Candie (candiegyrl) | 350 comments Mod
Thanks for the eye candy Cindy! :-) He's HAWT!!!!

I loved the ending and wouldn't dream of changing any of it!!! Darynda writes such great intertwining plots and characters that changing anything, would majorly screw things up!


message 36: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Hey gals getting things ready for the giveaway! Everyone that was going to comment did so already.


message 37: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
Will be using Random.org to pick the winner.


message 38: by Dana, Founder (new)

Dana Alma (readaholics) | 1174 comments Mod
And the winner is?????

#30

Comment #30 belonged to Mel.

Hey Mel, congratz!
You have won 1 copy of Fourth Grave Beneath My Feet by Darynda Jones!

This book will be pre~ordered and sent to the address you wish to receive mail.

Please email me your address so you I can make the purchase.

Thank you girls, for always hanging out and having a ball.


message 39: by Annii (new)

Annii Congrats Mel you luky duck :)


message 40: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Yeah!!! Thanks so much. I never win anything and this is a great gift to win. :)


Jamie ~ Bad Boy Inspector (jamie_badboyinspector) Congrats Mel!!


message 42: by Cindy (new)

Cindy (cindymac52) congrats Mel...:D


message 43: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Thank you ladies! Good luck to you next time. :)


message 44: by Ines (new)

Ines (slayraa) | 684 comments Congratulations Mel! And I like the Donovan Cindy picked... even though I think the chains are working for him! Hehe


Traci (Mad Hatter Reads) (traci-madhatterreads) | 609 comments Mod
Congrats Mel!!!


message 46: by Candie (new)

Candie (candiegyrl) | 350 comments Mod
Yay for Mel!


message 47: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Thanks Candie, Ines and Traci. Hope you win next time. :)


message 48: by Stephanie (new)

Stephanie (thirstyflea) | 223 comments Oh, I missed it! Well, a big belated congrats to you, Mel!! You totally deserve it! (even though we're all super jealous of your prize ;-) )


message 49: by Mel (new)

Mel | 829 comments Thanks Stephanie! Hopefully, you will win next time.


message 50: by Cher (new)

Cher | 126 comments Hey ladies,
when does the next book come out? Please say it isn't a year wait!


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