Review: First chapters lead to wanting to read more chapters.
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 12 11, 2013
I really enjoyed First Chapters. The stories are smart and well selected. They were all filled with mystery and intrigue. It was a fun way to get enchanted with different independent writers. I will share a few that really stood out for me but as a whole, this is a very entertaining book.The first chapter, The Kate Jones Thriller Series: Bad Spirits by D. V. Berkom takes hold and grabs your attention. You are instantly pulled into the action and the uncertain ride. I could be certain it's reader was in for an entertaining, suspenseful ride.I have to say I just read Laurie Boris' Don't Tell Anyone and her book, Sliding Past Verticaland really enjoyed her natural writing style.Boris' writing is sharp and to the point. Her characters are believable in their vulnerability.The Kiss of Night by K. S. BrooksI love a story with a strong female and an intriguing plot and this one has both. This chapter left me wanting more.I have read my Temporary Life by Martin Crosbie and felt attached to the story and the writing right off the bat. There is a human connection that cannot be denied.  This is a painful coming-of-age story written with truth and heart. It certainly deserves the praise.The Card by Jim Devitt is written in a way that wants you to read on. I was touched as I read about Van and his story.The Second Internet CafePart 1: The Dimension Researcher by Chris JamesI loved the direct writing style. Smart and to the point. This is where the drama starts, at the very beginning. Bringing you into the gunfire hoping for a swift escape.After this first chapter I wanted to read more."I shouldn't have been anywhere near here; I just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time, which in this job was more than a little ironic."My Gentleman Vampire: The Undead Have Style by L.A. Lewandowsk The prologue made me laugh. The writing was comforting and even familiar.This made me curious about the actual story. The sharp writing was enough to make this an enjoyable read."What makes you think I'm OK with a stranger living in my basement? I'm surprised, frankly, that I didn't call the cops as soon as I saw you. Maybe I should do that right now."Branded for Murder by Dick C. Waters takes you right into the mind of a serial killer. Haunting and realistic. Chillingly enthralling."Grasping them by surprise from behind was always a challenge, but he was always successful. They were shocked speechless when they felt the cold knife blade against their throat. He immediately had their undivided attention."