The first Wednesday of every month is officially IWSG day. IWSG was formed by Ninja Captain Alex Cavanaugh. Members post about their doubts and fears, discuss struggles and triumphs, and offer words of encouragement to others who are struggling.
Twitter handle: @TheIWSG
Hashtag: #IWSG
Let’s rock the neurotic writing world!
Our Twitter handle is @TheIWSG and hashtag is #IWSG.
The awesome co-hosts for
May 6 posting of the IWSG are Jenni Enzor, Jemima Pett, Jamie of Uniquely Maladjusted but Fun, and Kim Lajevardi!
Every month, we announce a question that members can answer in their IWSG post.
These questions may prompt you to share advice, insight, a personal experience
or story. Include your answer to the question in your IWSG post or let it
inspire your post if you are struggling with something to say.
Remember, the question is optional
May 6 question - What was the most inspiring feedback you received from readers, including agents, editors, and beta readers
Reviews from people who enjoy my writing inspires me.
April/May Reviews in no particular order.
* Disclaimer. If I run into an occasional typo, I ignore them and don't factor them into my review.
HOPE RISES is the second in the Walter Nash series.
While well-written, as all Baldacci’s books are, for me, it didn’t have that edge to it that the first one did. My complaint with the first one was the cliffhanger ending. While it may be trending at the moment, I really don’t like cliffhanger endings or feel they’re fair to the reader. I don’t mind an enticing ending that will make me want to buy the next one but I do want closure, not left hanging. My main problem with the second book was the ambiguity of the relationships. They just seem to drift back and forth. And the ending seemed just a little rushed and not quite as tight as some of his others.
But overall, a good read.
A story of faith and love.
Sarah and her son Danny leave an abusive situation and renew an old friendship that turns their lives around.
Throughout the telling of this story, what shines through is the all-consuming love of a mother for her child and how that love factors into every decision she makes including whether to start over with a good and gentle man. Told from three different POVs, the story immerses the reader into the hearts and the minds of the characters.
Recommended as a treasured read for readers of memoirs and faith-based romances alike. Available at Amazon
I’m currently reading: LOST SISTER BOOK 4 by MK Alexander
Available at Amazon
and
THE SECRET OF SECRETS by Dan Brown
More on these next month
AND
Did you know, Mark Twain foretold his own death?
13 Little-Known Facts About Famous American Authors – Country Adventures
23 comments:
I've always been a big fan of Baldacci, but I agree on cliff hangers. Not fair to readers. It's a ploy used in TV at the end of one season if the producer knows the show has been renewed for another year, but not good for books you must purchase if you want to continue the story. Nice review of the other books.
And, no I didn't know that about Mark Twain.
Readers enjoying what you write is always inspiring :-)
Ronel visiting for IWSG day Time for a Pivot
I haven’t read Nora Robert’s in ages. Thanks for the reminder.
Foretold his own death? Creepy...
I've never liked cliffhanger endings.
Yeah... I have quit series and authors over cliffhangers before. LOL. Just don't have the bandwidth for it. In fact, I didn't used to start a series until at least 3 books were out -- because that used to be the full run. That rule has changed, but I still don't like cliffhangers.
I'm also not a fan of cliffhangers. I think you need at least the main story points wrapped up. It's okay if a few threads are left hanging, but it's very unsatisfying when nothing is wrapped up. And it is so wonderful when people enjoy your writing!
And if I might say, your reviews when you like a book inspire us Indies. Make my month sometimes!
Good reviews are really helpful in keeping you writing. Glad you have those to read. And no. I never heard about Mark Twain's prediction of his own death.
Foretelling one's own death must be spooky!
I just finished reading a Nora Roberts book. The Seven Rings the third book in Lost Bride Trilogy. Have you read it, Sandra?
Exactly, on the cliffhangers, Elizabeth.
Mark Twain joked about going out with Halley's Comet and died the day after the comet's return.
I didn't know that about Mark Twain.
Happy end of the week wishes.
All the best Jan
It is for sure, isn't it, Ronel?
Enjoy, Liza;)
Alex, He was always joking about going out with the comment it, so I don't know if he seriously thought it would happen or not, but it did.
I'm with ya on that, Di.
There comes a time when many prisoners on death row can foretell their own death.
Interesting Mark Twain fact
Hi Crystal, You know that 3 book rule, isn't a bad idea....
Jenni, Exactly! And yes, it's a huge pick me up, when folks like your writing:)
Right back at ya, Jacqui. And your books deserve a gazillion great reviews.
Good reviews sure help recharge us, don't they, Lee.
I'm not sure Mark Twain was even serious about when he said it, but he sure called it.
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