Reader Responses

Posted on July 22, 2009

cover_stackIt’s so exciting to receive feedback from readers! Here are some recent reviews:

“The characters are real. The “situation”, although not new, is handled in a completely different way. The novel is interesting and refreshing.”
Jane Sweet
San Diego, Ca

“I love Mary’s use of language, her ability to take a rainbow of words and create a beautiful portrait.”
Tiera NaCole
Houston, Texas

“I love how the novel is intelligently written. The novel maintains a tone of realism as it challenges readers to reflect upon there own lives and relationships. Although, sadden by the attitude/values of one of the main characters, it is a realistic view of how materialism is sometimes thought to be the key to happiness.”
Simone Utsey
Oakland, Ca

“Just a note to let you know that it was a privilege and a pleasure to read your wonderful literary achievement! Your effort will no doubt shape the opinions and attitudes of all those fortunate enough to read it. Keep up the good work as I await in anticipation of your next sparkling novel.”
Thomas
El Sobrante, Ca

“It’s a hypnotizing read. You will not be able to put the novel down. I also found it to be realistic, you can relate to it.”
Christy Hollis
San Diego, Ca

“I believe that this novel will challenge readers to connect with their soul and to be honest with their heart.”
Cheryl Curry
Houston, Texas

“The novel is well written. I believe that it transcends gender, class and culture. Without doubt, one will be able to identify with one of the characters.”
Yvonne Hollis
San Diego, Ca

“Hey Mary, the novel is awesome. I can’t wait to read the entire novel. I could hardly put it down once I started reading it. The flow is really nice and the transitions are seamless. Ms. Lenna is my kind of woman, Mr. Maxwell is my kind of dude; we can hang out and play some golf. Zolla is a closet freak waiting to be freed from the bondage of her normality.”
S. Gilder
Oakland, Ca

“I love how Mary achieves success in creating strong characters that are vastly different. Their life experiences and value systems vary yet, they are able to come together and support one another. The characters are all inspiring and exude inner strength. Mary has the ability to bring each character to life. Characters who are unafraid to stand in their values as they rediscover what it is they will and will not do for love. Mary is able to pull the reader in and allow them to experience Zolla.”
Juanita
San Diego, Ca

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