Wednesday, August 09, 2006



WOWEE, WOWEE, WOWEE!!!!!

OK, so life has been pretty crappy of late. My daughter has been very sick with an ear infection that turned nasty and moved to her chest, my husband has been battling the flu which - like all men *grin* makes him very grumpy - and because both are unwell I've been stupidly sleep-deprived so my writing has suffered. In fact, I'm so over deadline on my latest WIP I think my editor (the very wonderful Chrissie) is close to jumping on a plane to strangle me personally. Added to all that, I've been going through a period of self-doubt: am I really a writer or just kidding myself? The kind of paranoia that ALL writers experience, I know, but this hit me while tired, stressed and suffering PMS - not a good combination to be sure. So, yesterday morning - after the night from Hell with a very sick and unhappy Peanut - I shuffled out to the kitchen, eyes burning from another night without sleep, checked my email and found this review from Suni at Just Erotic Romance Reviews.....



Ira McKenzie has never been able to control his anger. It has gotten him into so much trouble over the years, but he could not seem to change, until Ricki entered his life. Suddenly, Ira found peace. It was unexplainable, but Ira’s more than willing to toss reason aside and go along with his newfound happiness. Then Shahla and the Agrippa ruined it all. Shahla was just as deadly as she was attractive and Ira could not resist her. However, if Ira planned on having a life with Ricki he had to find a way.

“Jesus save me” was the first words that came to my mind while reading Deadly Sins: Anger. Lexxie Couper had me so scared, I felt like cowering in my closet with a blanket over my head. Then I had to rethink that idea, because the closet was too dark for my liking. Believe me when I say that Lexxie Couper’s tale will singe your eyebrows. The Agrippa wielded its power on unsuspecting mortals and their libidos as only a being from hell could. If that was not enough to make my pulse race, Ricki and Ira went at each other numerous times and with a fierceness that I could only envy. I was dealing with a double-edged sword, because while the sex was outstanding, the plot was frighteningly scary. Luckily, I read Deadly Sins: Anger during daylight hours. I’m positive nightmares would have assaulted me otherwise. The Agrippa and Shahla were scary enough to cause King Kong to tuck tail and run. I was elated and surprised that Ira and Ricki stood their ground. These two characters had more backbone than any I’ve ever read before, and that is saying something. They were unforgettable and totally believable. Everything happened fast for them, but never did I question their relationship. Their attraction for one another was instant and they did not hesitate to act upon their feelings in the most intimate of ways. Fate brought them together, but their connection was what kept them satisfying each other mentally and physically. Man, did Ira and Ricki go at it, a number of times. The sex sizzled just as much as their love. Their time together was frantic with hints of desperation that caused me to turn the pages faster. Several times, I was terrified their relationship would not survive, but I had the same thoughts about their lives. They faced incredible danger and a powerful nemesis, which made me root for them even harder. I could only hope that Ira’s anger might work in his advantage, just once. The villains were just as intense. Shahla did not believe in mercy. If she thought for one second that Ira had no more fight in him, she would have used that to her advantage. Speaking of Shahla, she was one insidious creature. I’m sure I have never read about anyone like her, and I am proof positive that this was one experience I do not want to relive. I have to congratulate Ms. Couper on her creation of Shahla. To have a character that is so powerful that she transcends paper is a testament to how brilliant of a writer she is. It does not hurt that I did not see poor grammar or incorrect spellings throughout the story, bravo to Ms. Couper and her editor.

All of the characters in Deadly Sins: Anger were tremendous. No way will I forget them anytime soon. I am sad to see them go, but happy at the same time. My heart could only take so much. The plot of Deadly Sins: Anger was dynamic and the sex was thrilling. I could not have asked for anything more. My meal was served to me on a silver platter and I am most appreciative. I just might die if I read this story again, but I certainly plan on it. Deadly Sins: Anger deserves every accolade I have bestowed upon it, especially the Silver Star Award.

Suni Farrar
Just Erotic Romance Reviews

Suffice to say, my jaw hit the kitchen bench, I rubbed my tired eyes to be sure I wasn't seeing things, and then - when I realised it was true - did the Fruit-Bat Flap of Delight!! If there is one this that will restore my very fragile self esteem, it's a great review. For those that don't know, A JERR SILVER STAR AWARD award is presented to ... "those exceptional short books consisting of 100 pages or less. The ones the reviewer feels she won't forget because of its exceptional quality. It engaged the senses in a way that she became the story, that she couldn't lay it down and would return time and again. These books are the best of the best." (http://www.justeroticromancereviews.com/features/bookreviews/index.asp)

I was speachless. Truly, I was. The grin still hasn't left my face.

I need to thank four very speacial people - Chrissie, my editor who knows more than I ever will, Emma Ray, my invaluable sounding board who tells it exactly like it is, Renee, my soul-sister who I discovered during the course of writing Anger, and my husband who sat up with me some nights until 2am to read scene after scene. To the Magic Four - I love you ALL!!

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