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		<title>By: Shannon Yarbrough</title>
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		<dc:creator>Shannon Yarbrough</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 14:12:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>By: Dawson Vosburg</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-3319</link>
		<dc:creator>Dawson Vosburg</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 27 Feb 2010 04:54:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>My novel up for consideration: Terminal Velocity, sequel to Double Life

I recommend that Shannon would read this, since he was the author who read Double Life.

Website: http://www.dawsonvosburg.net/
Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/dp/0615339247
Synopsis: The imaginary world is just as Josiah Jones left it, but it&#039;s all about to change.

Events surrounding the death of an agent have compelled Josiah and Tom to find the RED Agency&#039;s new headquarters, but things are more than they seem. A mysterious third party interferes, and no one knows whose side they could be on. The second installment of the Adventures of Josiah Jones is more exciting, more action-packed, and even more intriguing than the first.

Thanks for considering my sequel...hope you can review it!

Dawson</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>My novel up for consideration: Terminal Velocity, sequel to Double Life</p>
<p>I recommend that Shannon would read this, since he was the author who read Double Life.</p>
<p>Website: <a href="http://www.dawsonvosburg.net/" rel="nofollow">http://www.dawsonvosburg.net/</a><br />
Amazon: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/0615339247" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/dp/0615339247</a><br />
Synopsis: The imaginary world is just as Josiah Jones left it, but it&#8217;s all about to change.</p>
<p>Events surrounding the death of an agent have compelled Josiah and Tom to find the RED Agency&#8217;s new headquarters, but things are more than they seem. A mysterious third party interferes, and no one knows whose side they could be on. The second installment of the Adventures of Josiah Jones is more exciting, more action-packed, and even more intriguing than the first.</p>
<p>Thanks for considering my sequel&#8230;hope you can review it!</p>
<p>Dawson</p>
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		<title>By: Shannon Yarbrough</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-3015</link>
		<dc:creator>Shannon Yarbrough</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 12:16:28 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>By: Sunni Morris</title>
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		<dc:creator>Sunni Morris</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Feb 2010 00:36:16 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Hi Shannon,

I have two published books and I would be happy if you&#039;d pick one to review.  They are both in the fantasy genre but one is a haunted house story and the other is a medieval fantasy which is the first in a series.


Haversham Hill 

Genre - Fantasy

Page count - 286

Published by Createspace

Synopsis:

Deep in the woods of New England past a quaint village stands a three hundred year old mansion.  The sparkling white walls make it appear beautiful at first glance but under the exterior the house holds deeper secrets where restless spirits wonder waiting for their next victim.

After her divorce Amber O’Donnell sets out with her twin daughters to make a new start away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.  Finding the mansion in a newspaper she falls in love with it and is looking forward to a quiet relaxing life in this gorgeous old home.  After moving in she finds her life anything but relaxing and quiet and soon must face the fact that her dream home is haunted forcing her to go against her convictions and seek out the help of the local witch.  Will she take this woman’s advice or seek another answer to the problem?

An excerpt can be found on my website at this link:

http://www.faeriemoundbooks.com/

My book is listed on Amazon and has the “search inside” feature if you want to read more of it.  Here is the link:

http://www.amazon.com/Haversham-Hill-Sunni-Morris/dp/1434858936/



Details for my second book:

The Medallion - Book One - The Prophecy

Genre - Fantasy

Page count - 446

Published by Createspace

Synopsis:

THE MEDALLION, a medieval fantasy set in the British countryside, follows the lives of Alana and Anwen, two sisters from a peasant family who enjoy their peaceful lives in a small farming village until raiders attack.  The hamlet burned to the ground, their parents murdered, the girls are left to survive alone.  The only object Anwen could rescue is the mysterious medallion carved with unfamiliar symbols, which once belonged to a wizard.

The raiders capture, rape and enslave Alana, ultimately selling her to another criminal.  Sick and broken she finally escapes and after a perilous journey ends up at an inn where she begins to see a glimmer of hope for a better future.

Anwen struggles to her grandmother’s village where she is trained in the healing arts.  She is tormented by visions of her sister in the hands of the raiders.  Later as unexpected events occur, she begins to suspect the medallion has powers that will help her find Alana and at the urging of her grandmother goes on a quest to discover what the symbols mean.

THE MEDALLION’S characters face their challenges and adventures with determination and courage.  Will Anwen discover the secret behind the medallion she wears?  Will Alana find a better life after years of struggling and heartache?  Will the sisters be reunited?

This gripping and extensively researched historical novel of human courage in the middle ages focuses on a fascinating time in history due to upheaval that can change things in an instant.  Adult fantasy fans will enjoy this story about the strength and ingenuity of women from distant times.

Since childhood the author has been a fan of fairy tales and magical stories.  Anwen and Alana have long moved the author’s spirit to tell their story.

An excerpt can be found on my website here:

http://www.faeriemoundbooks.com/

This book is on Amazon and contains the “search inside” feature if you want to read more.  Here is the link:

http://www.amazon.com/dp/1449538509

Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely, 
Sunni Morris</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi Shannon,</p>
<p>I have two published books and I would be happy if you&#8217;d pick one to review.  They are both in the fantasy genre but one is a haunted house story and the other is a medieval fantasy which is the first in a series.</p>
<p>Haversham Hill </p>
<p>Genre &#8211; Fantasy</p>
<p>Page count &#8211; 286</p>
<p>Published by Createspace</p>
<p>Synopsis:</p>
<p>Deep in the woods of New England past a quaint village stands a three hundred year old mansion.  The sparkling white walls make it appear beautiful at first glance but under the exterior the house holds deeper secrets where restless spirits wonder waiting for their next victim.</p>
<p>After her divorce Amber O’Donnell sets out with her twin daughters to make a new start away from the hustle and bustle of the big city.  Finding the mansion in a newspaper she falls in love with it and is looking forward to a quiet relaxing life in this gorgeous old home.  After moving in she finds her life anything but relaxing and quiet and soon must face the fact that her dream home is haunted forcing her to go against her convictions and seek out the help of the local witch.  Will she take this woman’s advice or seek another answer to the problem?</p>
<p>An excerpt can be found on my website at this link:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.faeriemoundbooks.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.faeriemoundbooks.com/</a></p>
<p>My book is listed on Amazon and has the “search inside” feature if you want to read more of it.  Here is the link:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Haversham-Hill-Sunni-Morris/dp/1434858936/" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Haversham-Hill-Sunni-Morris/dp/1434858936/</a></p>
<p>Details for my second book:</p>
<p>The Medallion &#8211; Book One &#8211; The Prophecy</p>
<p>Genre &#8211; Fantasy</p>
<p>Page count &#8211; 446</p>
<p>Published by Createspace</p>
<p>Synopsis:</p>
<p>THE MEDALLION, a medieval fantasy set in the British countryside, follows the lives of Alana and Anwen, two sisters from a peasant family who enjoy their peaceful lives in a small farming village until raiders attack.  The hamlet burned to the ground, their parents murdered, the girls are left to survive alone.  The only object Anwen could rescue is the mysterious medallion carved with unfamiliar symbols, which once belonged to a wizard.</p>
<p>The raiders capture, rape and enslave Alana, ultimately selling her to another criminal.  Sick and broken she finally escapes and after a perilous journey ends up at an inn where she begins to see a glimmer of hope for a better future.</p>
<p>Anwen struggles to her grandmother’s village where she is trained in the healing arts.  She is tormented by visions of her sister in the hands of the raiders.  Later as unexpected events occur, she begins to suspect the medallion has powers that will help her find Alana and at the urging of her grandmother goes on a quest to discover what the symbols mean.</p>
<p>THE MEDALLION’S characters face their challenges and adventures with determination and courage.  Will Anwen discover the secret behind the medallion she wears?  Will Alana find a better life after years of struggling and heartache?  Will the sisters be reunited?</p>
<p>This gripping and extensively researched historical novel of human courage in the middle ages focuses on a fascinating time in history due to upheaval that can change things in an instant.  Adult fantasy fans will enjoy this story about the strength and ingenuity of women from distant times.</p>
<p>Since childhood the author has been a fan of fairy tales and magical stories.  Anwen and Alana have long moved the author’s spirit to tell their story.</p>
<p>An excerpt can be found on my website here:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.faeriemoundbooks.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.faeriemoundbooks.com/</a></p>
<p>This book is on Amazon and contains the “search inside” feature if you want to read more.  Here is the link:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/dp/1449538509" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/dp/1449538509</a></p>
<p>Thank you for your consideration.<br />
Sincerely,<br />
Sunni Morris</p>
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		<title>By: Shannon Yarbrough</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-2987</link>
		<dc:creator>Shannon Yarbrough</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 20:14:17 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;strong&gt;Status&lt;/strong&gt; - Pending Consideration</description>
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		<title>By: Mike Monahan</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-2980</link>
		<dc:creator>Mike Monahan</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 15:21:35 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Hi LL,
My name is Mike Monahan and Barracuda is my debut novel.

Publisher BookSurge.
Amazon book page http://simurl.com/rasdet 
Amazon kindle page http://simurl.com/gikjes
Preview page http://simurl.com/pansaw
Website http://www.barracudabook.com/

Brief Synopsis:

Recovering from a gunshot wound he’d received while in the line of duty, NYPD Detective Mick O’Shaughnessy is in need of some relaxing time away from the big city. A vacation in the peaceful, scenic Bikini Atoll, a scuba diver’s paradise, could be the panacea to heal his wounded leg as well as his shattered nerves. Then again, maybe it isn’t. The Majestic Resort Hotel, unfortunately, does not turn out to be the bastion of tranquility Micko had hoped to enjoy. Immediately upon arrival, Micko inadvertently finds himself dropped in the middle of an international money laundering operation, a territorial feud between the island natives and the resort developers, and an impending mob war between the Russian Mafia and the Japanese Yakuza. If that weren’t nerve-wracking enough, the many years of nuclear testing that had taken place in Bikini Atoll after World War II have had an unusual effect on the sea life in the lagoon—and the freakishly large mutant barracuda who dwells there perceives all scuba-diving tourists as lunch meat.

Barracuda is a fast-paced story in which international intrigue, environmental catastrophe, and the sense of cultural pride collide. Even on vacation, Mick O’Shaughnessy is a detective at heart, and he refuses to fly away from the chaos in this island paradise until all questions are answered and feelings of safety and justice take over the atoll.

The historical significance of the location and the underwater depictions in Barracuda are well researched, with the story incorporating the history of Bikini Atoll in the years after World War II, authentic scuba-diving knowledge, and proper police procedure into its plot, characters, and scenic detail. Barracuda will be enjoyed by readers who appreciate the aquatic action of Jaws, the mob intrigue of The Godfather, and the police procedural sense of The Onion Field.

Sincerely,
Mike Monahan</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Hi LL,<br />
My name is Mike Monahan and Barracuda is my debut novel.</p>
<p>Publisher BookSurge.<br />
Amazon book page <a href="http://simurl.com/rasdet" rel="nofollow">http://simurl.com/rasdet</a><br />
Amazon kindle page <a href="http://simurl.com/gikjes" rel="nofollow">http://simurl.com/gikjes</a><br />
Preview page <a href="http://simurl.com/pansaw" rel="nofollow">http://simurl.com/pansaw</a><br />
Website <a href="http://www.barracudabook.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.barracudabook.com/</a></p>
<p>Brief Synopsis:</p>
<p>Recovering from a gunshot wound he’d received while in the line of duty, NYPD Detective Mick O’Shaughnessy is in need of some relaxing time away from the big city. A vacation in the peaceful, scenic Bikini Atoll, a scuba diver’s paradise, could be the panacea to heal his wounded leg as well as his shattered nerves. Then again, maybe it isn’t. The Majestic Resort Hotel, unfortunately, does not turn out to be the bastion of tranquility Micko had hoped to enjoy. Immediately upon arrival, Micko inadvertently finds himself dropped in the middle of an international money laundering operation, a territorial feud between the island natives and the resort developers, and an impending mob war between the Russian Mafia and the Japanese Yakuza. If that weren’t nerve-wracking enough, the many years of nuclear testing that had taken place in Bikini Atoll after World War II have had an unusual effect on the sea life in the lagoon—and the freakishly large mutant barracuda who dwells there perceives all scuba-diving tourists as lunch meat.</p>
<p>Barracuda is a fast-paced story in which international intrigue, environmental catastrophe, and the sense of cultural pride collide. Even on vacation, Mick O’Shaughnessy is a detective at heart, and he refuses to fly away from the chaos in this island paradise until all questions are answered and feelings of safety and justice take over the atoll.</p>
<p>The historical significance of the location and the underwater depictions in Barracuda are well researched, with the story incorporating the history of Bikini Atoll in the years after World War II, authentic scuba-diving knowledge, and proper police procedure into its plot, characters, and scenic detail. Barracuda will be enjoyed by readers who appreciate the aquatic action of Jaws, the mob intrigue of The Godfather, and the police procedural sense of The Onion Field.</p>
<p>Sincerely,<br />
Mike Monahan</p>
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		<title>By: Shannon Yarbrough</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-2979</link>
		<dc:creator>Shannon Yarbrough</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Feb 2010 14:22:59 +0000</pubDate>
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		<title>By: James Parkes</title>
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		<dc:creator>James Parkes</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Feb 2010 19:52:01 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Utopia For The Devil is a thriller with futuristic elements. It focuses on a utopian society, the themes of temptation, and free-will. I am writing in hope of having the work reviewed.

&quot;A city where crime is low and society is diverse. Everyone leads a moderately happy life, living in bliss as they are not bothered by the consequences made by the leaders of the nation. A city where the boundaries are set clear and firm by the crimson guards who protect the people, and enforce the laws put forth. 

But there is one who lives differently. 

Leon, a man who has come to see the truth behind the &#039;Utopian&#039; city founded and upheld. Leon understands that because man is flawed, then the utopia created by man is flawed. Not only that, he has a personal vendetta against the state of affairs. Leon can fight, or he can run. Yet there is no escaping the devil that runs deep behind the Utopia.&quot; 

Utopia For The Devil was published by Lulu on 1st February 2010. It will be available on Amazon.com in the near future. 

ISBN: 978-1-4452-6029-7

Book Page:
http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/utopia-for-the-devil/8152204

Author Website:
http://www.jamesparkes.com

Best regards.

- James Parkes</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Utopia For The Devil is a thriller with futuristic elements. It focuses on a utopian society, the themes of temptation, and free-will. I am writing in hope of having the work reviewed.</p>
<p>&#8220;A city where crime is low and society is diverse. Everyone leads a moderately happy life, living in bliss as they are not bothered by the consequences made by the leaders of the nation. A city where the boundaries are set clear and firm by the crimson guards who protect the people, and enforce the laws put forth. </p>
<p>But there is one who lives differently. </p>
<p>Leon, a man who has come to see the truth behind the &#8216;Utopian&#8217; city founded and upheld. Leon understands that because man is flawed, then the utopia created by man is flawed. Not only that, he has a personal vendetta against the state of affairs. Leon can fight, or he can run. Yet there is no escaping the devil that runs deep behind the Utopia.&#8221; </p>
<p>Utopia For The Devil was published by Lulu on 1st February 2010. It will be available on Amazon.com in the near future. </p>
<p>ISBN: 978-1-4452-6029-7</p>
<p>Book Page:<br />
<a href="http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/utopia-for-the-devil/8152204" rel="nofollow">http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/utopia-for-the-devil/8152204</a></p>
<p>Author Website:<br />
<a href="http://www.jamesparkes.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.jamesparkes.com</a></p>
<p>Best regards.</p>
<p>- James Parkes</p>
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		<title>By: Shannon Yarbrough</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-2908</link>
		<dc:creator>Shannon Yarbrough</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 09 Feb 2010 00:21:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>&lt;strong&gt;Status&lt;/strong&gt; - Pending Consideration</description>
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		<title>By: John C. Stipa</title>
		<link>http://llbookreview.com/pick-me/comment-page-1/#comment-2905</link>
		<dc:creator>John C. Stipa</dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 08 Feb 2010 19:37:02 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description>Please consider No Greater Sacrifice for review:

http://www.amazon.com/No-Greater-Sacrifice-John-Stipa/dp/1449543502

When terminally-ill archaeologist Renée d&#039;Arcadia is summoned to France to take part in the reading of a will, she is plunged into a maelstrom of deceit and destruction to solve a 100-year-old mystery originating from a sinister church where nothing is as it seems. Renée joins forces with David Arturo, an ex-helicopter pilot with a troubled past, to interpret clues cleverly hidden in tombstones and classic works of literature to find artifacts scattered across Europe. Racing against time, Renée and David must overcome their inner demons to outmaneuver a network of evil bent on destroying them. What they find in each other just might provide answers to some of mankind&#039;s oldest myths. 

No Greater Sacrifice is available through Amazon, Barnes&amp;Noble, CreateSpace and Lulu with Lulu providing the best preview function:

http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/no-greater-sacrifice/7796894

No Greater Sacrifice is an Indiana Jones-type adventure/thriller that sucks the reader into tunnels and secret chambers. But it is also a story of faith and love between a man and a woman thrown into an impossible situation. Both Renee and David have &quot;issues&quot; that require taking emotional risks if they are to survive. The journey they endure reaching the finale is as important as the climax itself.

Thank you for your consideration.
--John C. Stipa</description>
		<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Please consider No Greater Sacrifice for review:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/No-Greater-Sacrifice-John-Stipa/dp/1449543502" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/No-Greater-Sacrifice-John-Stipa/dp/1449543502</a></p>
<p>When terminally-ill archaeologist Renée d&#8217;Arcadia is summoned to France to take part in the reading of a will, she is plunged into a maelstrom of deceit and destruction to solve a 100-year-old mystery originating from a sinister church where nothing is as it seems. Renée joins forces with David Arturo, an ex-helicopter pilot with a troubled past, to interpret clues cleverly hidden in tombstones and classic works of literature to find artifacts scattered across Europe. Racing against time, Renée and David must overcome their inner demons to outmaneuver a network of evil bent on destroying them. What they find in each other just might provide answers to some of mankind&#8217;s oldest myths. </p>
<p>No Greater Sacrifice is available through Amazon, Barnes&amp;Noble, CreateSpace and Lulu with Lulu providing the best preview function:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/no-greater-sacrifice/7796894" rel="nofollow">http://www.lulu.com/content/paperback-book/no-greater-sacrifice/7796894</a></p>
<p>No Greater Sacrifice is an Indiana Jones-type adventure/thriller that sucks the reader into tunnels and secret chambers. But it is also a story of faith and love between a man and a woman thrown into an impossible situation. Both Renee and David have &#8220;issues&#8221; that require taking emotional risks if they are to survive. The journey they endure reaching the finale is as important as the climax itself.</p>
<p>Thank you for your consideration.<br />
&#8211;John C. Stipa</p>
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