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[Robyn-n-Kris 72]

I'm sure most are asleep but I"m bursting here and just had to share. First off.. today was very very very draining for me. between still getting things ready for Kris coming, still dealing with the Ex (he's yet to pay support for his son ) and this guy at work that continues to drive me insane with his continue disregard for anyone that i swore tonight would just end with me crashing out with exhaustion..

Well i decided to surf (ie google) my pen name. I've not done this in awhile since my last book was released summer of last year... low and behold a new review was located. The lady who reviewed it made my night... a small piece to help make me smile. So.. she even saw into what i wrote and hoped there would be a sequel (which there is lol or at least it is planned)

So for my grins and smiles.. here is what she wrote..

After the loss of her husband, Jena is forced by her two closest friends to take a vacation. She heads for the remote areas of Scotland, planning to backpack in solitaire across the countryside. While visiting with the locals and enjoying the peaceful outdoors, she was surprised by the disturbing spirits that won't leave her in peace. When she's not having nightmares of demons she's dreaming of the man of her dreams. The man with deep blue eyes and a voice she'd recognize anywhere. Erick is baffled from the moment he meets Jena. Not used to a woman telling him no, he's instantly drawn to her.

This story has it all. Jena's friendship with Katie is very touching and will make you laugh. The loss of her husband makes Jena re-evaluate her life, her feelings, and her relationships and you feel it all right with her. The emotions in this story will drag you in and keep you engaged until the end. The chemistry between Erick and Jena is very intense, but at times can be slightly predictable. I just love a story where the main characters initially meet in dreams. The dreams added to the mystery and build the suspense.

The supporting characters really add to the story. Katie and Justin's support of Jena and Erick is phenomenal. The way they worked together helped to make a great story. While the plot of the story can fade to the background at times, the story is full of events that will keep you involved throughout. All of the emotions, especially those felt by Jena, are so vivid and real. This story amazed me at how such a large, gruff man could be so gentle and caring when he finds love. I hope there is a sequel planned for this story. I truly enjoyed Erick and Jena's story and can't wait to read about Katie and Justin.

If you enjoy books full of emotion, with strong characters and a little bit of the mystical thrown in, then this is the book for you.

Overall rating: 4 Hearts

Reviewer: Jacquelyn R. Ward

<sniffle> i wanted to reach through cyberspace and hug her

[Jeraly 4]

Does he work at the casino there, Jeraly? What kind of work does he do? I didn't know that they don't have to follow state law regarding employment on the reservations.

Nah - he works at A&W which is right next to the casino. I think they don't have to abide by State law period - only federal law, but being unfamiliar with all the laws I couldn't tell you which is which... All I know is that he has no contract, no union and they seem to be able to fire people at the drop of a hat...

He's ok though - they fired a bunch of people but not him so he is acting GM at the moment. His nice boss might get his job back but... it's all still up in the air... but his job is safe if nothing else... Don't know about next month though...

[Ban Hammer 13,343]

wow that is a situation, jeraly. i agree with previous posts that it may be opportunity knocking for him though.

[VisaJourneyLady 33]

so you do actually read the posts then Charles??

I thought you just posted here to keep your post count up

[Alex & Rachel 78]

so you do actually read the posts then Charles??

Haha, I was about to say the same thing but didn't want to be seen as mean.

Robyn - aw! And it's a good review, too, as in it makes me very curious about the book!

[SMB x2 0]

I'm always looking for something new to read and am interested in your book, Robyn. Can I find it at a bookstore or online somewhere? I'd like to read it!

Jeraly, I hope everything works out for you guys! I'm sure it'll be easier to deal with when you two are together. ^^ You'll be in my thoughts!

I feel like I've been running around like crazy trying to get everything together for the next step in this process >< At least everyone has been very helpfull so far! My supervisor even sent my letter of employment the same day I asked for it! She sent it via an e-mail scan though (in color and on company stationary) and I'm hoping that will be acceptable...

-Shannon

[Jeraly 4]

Well yeah - things seem to be evening out a bit - now the only real question mark is about him getting the time off next month - we bought his ticket already but it looks like if his old boss gets reinstated then he will get the time off, and if his old boss doesn't get reinstated, then he will be GM and therefore able to afford to change the ticket.

AND we could afford a nicer apartment

[Ban Hammer 13,343]

so you do actually read the posts then Charles??

I thought you just posted here to keep your post count up

i read ot, polls, mena, canada ot thread, uk ot thread, sub-sahara ot thread, k-1 forum, the "divorce" forum, and the russia forum.

it's a toss up between mena and russia as to which is more interesting.

[VisaJourneyLady 33]

Poiteen - SM to Glendale is a killer commute - don't do it!

What LOB does your OH work for at the Mouse House?

I am going back to LA tomorrow. But this business trip has actually made me INSANE with the jetlag. INSANE I tell you.

90210 spin-off - I am very much looking forward to this. How sad is that?

I know this is several pages back, but I kept meaning to reply.

My OH works as a Video Games Tester for the Mouse!! The Mouse himself even comes once in a while to check up on them

Really???? SM to Glendale not good??? That's disappointing. What constitutes killer? He reckons anything under an hour would be roughly equivilent to how long he spends getting to work now. Or is it just that it would be unpredictable?

Hope your jetlag is wearing off now!

Charles - glad to see that you keep up with affairs all over the world I personally can't spend too much time in MENA. Sometimes if i accidentally wind up there, I get very confused till I know that that's where I am. Then it all makes sense

[Robyn-n-Kris 72]

I'm always looking for something new to read and am interested in your book, Robyn. Can I find it at a bookstore or online somewhere? I'd like to read it!

Jeraly, I hope everything works out for you guys! I'm sure it'll be easier to deal with when you two are together. ^^ You'll be in my thoughts!

I feel like I've been running around like crazy trying to get everything together for the next step in this process >< At least everyone has been very helpfull so far! My supervisor even sent my letter of employment the same day I asked for it! She sent it via an e-mail scan though (in color and on company stationary) and I'm hoping that will be acceptable...

-Shannon

All of my books can be ordered through Barnes and Noble online, Amazon.com or my publisher's website. You can link to it from my website (linky is at bottom of my sig)

It did make my day.. or night heh.. this was BEFORE the massive storm that rolled through producing huge amounts of hail and tornados

[Alex & Rachel 78]

so you do actually read the posts then Charles??

I thought you just posted here to keep your post count up

i read ot, polls, mena, canada ot thread, uk ot thread, sub-sahara ot thread, k-1 forum, the "divorce" forum, and the russia forum.

it's a toss up between mena and russia as to which is more interesting.

We're all too much in agreement here. All cosy with our tea and biscuits and duvets.

[Ban Hammer 13,343]

Charles - glad to see that you keep up with affairs all over the world I personally can't spend too much time in MENA. Sometimes if i accidentally wind up there, I get very confused till I know that that's where I am. Then it all makes sense

it's better than a reality tv show

[Trompe le Monde 1,107]

I know this is several pages back, but I kept meaning to reply.

My OH works as a Video Games Tester for the Mouse!! The Mouse himself even comes once in a while to check up on them

Really???? SM to Glendale not good??? That's disappointing. What constitutes killer? He reckons anything under an hour would be roughly equivilent to how long he spends getting to work now. Or is it just that it would be unpredictable?

Hope your jetlag is wearing off now!

Ah, I see - I don't think I remember any names of people in that division. He didn't work for the Atilla guy, did he? (that'sa name you don't forget) I worked there from 00-05 in the non-branded TV division (or ABC Disney as it is now called). The Mouse does make appearances sometimes, yes. Sometimes you would just be working away and he would walk right by. And then you'd get those emails that said "Dear Cast Members"

SM to Glendale - people do it, but it wouldn't be for me. In fact, one of my old Burbank-based colleagues still does it everyday. He generally leaves at 7am and beats traffic and then leaves work about 4pm. The problem is the traffic - LA traffic, especially along the 405 and the 101 is just horrible. Check the sigalert to get an idea of what times might be during rush hour:

http://www.sigalert.com/map.asp?Region=Greater+Los+Angeles

If something like a brush fire where to flare up in the mountains (which happens at least once a year) it would make it even more difficult. If he doesn't mind sitting in traffic it is "doable" but I might be looking more at places like Silver Lake or Los Feliz, or even parts of Hollywood. The best place would be somewhere in the Valley, where I'd say most Disney people live, but if you don't like the humidity I wouldn't live there, plus it's very suburban (though there are parts I like).

Still, I do really like Santa Monica - having the cooler air and the sea is very nice.

jetlag has just about abated, though I think I am getting too old for doing long haul trips that last less than a week.

[elmcitymaven 9,712]

Poiteen -- you heard it from Robin: you have orders, yes ORDERS, to live in Silver Lake or Los Feliz. I'll be scouting there in about 7 weeks so I'll give you the straight poop on rents.

[no name 1]

I know this is several pages back, but I kept meaning to reply.

My OH works as a Video Games Tester for the Mouse!! The Mouse himself even comes once in a while to check up on them

Really???? SM to Glendale not good??? That's disappointing. What constitutes killer? He reckons anything under an hour would be roughly equivilent to how long he spends getting to work now. Or is it just that it would be unpredictable?

Hope your jetlag is wearing off now!

Ah, I see - I don't think I remember any names of people in that division. He didn't work for the Atilla guy, did he? (that'sa name you don't forget) I worked there from 00-05 in the non-branded TV division (or ABC Disney as it is now called). The Mouse does make appearances sometimes, yes. Sometimes you would just be working away and he would walk right by. And then you'd get those emails that said "Dear Cast Members"

SM to Glendale - people do it, but it wouldn't be for me. In fact, one of my old Burbank-based colleagues still does it everyday. He generally leaves at 7am and beats traffic and then leaves work about 4pm. The problem is the traffic - LA traffic, especially along the 405 and the 101 is just horrible. Check the sigalert to get an idea of what times might be during rush hour:

http://www.sigalert.com/map.asp?Region=Greater+Los+Angeles

If something like a brush fire where to flare up in the mountains (which happens at least once a year) it would make it even more difficult. If he doesn't mind sitting in traffic it is "doable" but I might be looking more at places like Silver Lake or Los Feliz, or even parts of Hollywood. The best place would be somewhere in the Valley, where I'd say most Disney people live, but if you don't like the humidity I wouldn't live there, plus it's very suburban (though there are parts I like).

Still, I do really like Santa Monica - having the cooler air and the sea is very nice.

jetlag has just about abated, though I think I am getting too old for doing long haul trips that last less than a week.

agree with all that.

I went from the edge of SM to North Hollywood on Tuesday at 6PM - took me 50 minutes. And that was a fast one I think!

Poiteen - it's just a b*tch of a drive. And if there's a Hollywood bowl concert or anything like that, it gets worse.

Edited May 15, 2008 by illumine