
Happy Monday, everyone!
I’m thrilled to see that my debut novel, Calmer Girls, has been reviewed by American writer and poet, Luanne Castle, on Goodreads and Amazon. This is something that never gets old for an author, and is especially appreciated when such a sparkling review is from an esteemed writer like Luanne. Have a look below! You can also check out Luanne’s website and blog here.
CHRISTMAS SPECIAL: Calmer Girls and its sequel Calmer Secrets are on sale for 99 cents each on Kindle until January. Here are the links to Amazon:
Calmer Girls
Calmer Secrets
5 out of 5 stars – “Exciting, gritty coming-of-age story”
“Samantha is the introverted, artistic, good girl sister of beautiful party girl Veronica. Veronica is very self-absorbed and can be cruel to her little sister. Their parents have separated and their mother has moved the girls across the island, away from their father. Their mother, Darlene, upset over the separation and her husband’s responses (including not always sending money for the girls) finds it hard to keep a job and begins to drink far too much. Samantha feels so alone. She falls for a handsome boy, Ben, but what will happen? Every boy is always attracted to Veronica at Samantha’s expense. The book explores these events and lead to a dramatic climax.
The characterization of Samantha is so well done. She is a good girl, but when she goes a bit “bad,” we can understand why. She’s only human, after all. Perry uses quotes from the Bronte books to begin every chapter, and they relate very well to what is going on. When Samantha begins to “act out,” the very next chapter begins with a quote that made me nod my head in agreement. The quotes add to the story being told, and they are meant to show what Samantha herself is reading (Jane Eyre and Wuthering Heights). Veronica is less carefully drawn, but that is because the reader is really seeing her through Samantha’s eyes. Samantha has every reason to despise her sister. The question is, does her view change by the end of the book? Read it and find out! You won’t be disappointed!”
Thank you so much, Luanne!
That’s awesome, congratulations!
Lynn ________________________________
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Thanks so much, Sis! xo
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Hi Jennifer. This is a great review from Luanne. I’ve downloaded both your “Calmer” books and look forward to enjoying them. Best of luck.
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Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy both of them. 😊
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I’m sure I will. Good luck with your next book.
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Thank you!
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Congratulations on the excellent review, Jennifer!!
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Thanks so much! I enjoyed Luanne’s thoughts on the novel immensely.
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You’re most welcome!
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Wow! Jennifer, congratulations on this superlative review by Luanne! She writes with zest and energy about ‘Calmer Girls’ and it is amazing when a book can capture one’s heart, head and imagination – well done!
Wishing you a wonderful Christmas and best wishes for 2022! hugs xx
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Absolutely a superb review that any author would love, Annika. All the best for you and yours in the new year! xx
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Congratulations!!! A wonderful Christmas present!!
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Thanks, Rebecca. It certainly is!
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Congrats, Jennifer! Lovely review. Well deserved.
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Thanks, Connie! As you know, reviews like this are always welcome.
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What a terrific review! Makes me want to re-read Calmer Girls and Calmer Secrets! Thanks for sharing 🙂
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You’re very welcome, Barbara. Haha, it even makes me want to reread them! 😂
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👍 Hi, Jennifer. Congrats.
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Thanks, Neil!
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