Exciting novel
My review
was very vivid and the main character, as well as the plot were great. I really was
keen to know the end of this story and I'm looking forward to read the second book!
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Exciting novel
a truly unique and unforgettable read
a suspenseful novel
A great thriller
An exciting read
Recently I read "Servitude" from Costi Curgu. I must say, the book really got
me from the beginning till the end. I was very keen to know the complete
story. It has a great main character and a fantastic plot.
Servitude is a must read for everyone who likes a story full of action.
Without any doubt I give a five star rating for this exciting read.
A heavy read
One of the first books I ever reviewed via Booktasters was Crucible of Fear,
written by D.W. Whitlock. I was very honoured to read and review another
wonderful book from the author: Cult of Darkness . That's why I was keen
to invite this excellent writer for the author in the picture blog post. So here
are the questions.
Can you tell us a bit more about D.W. Whitlock?
I've worked a lot of jobs over the years from lake dock worker to electrician
to animation for television and games. I've met so many amazing people
from all walks of life and those experiences have been invaluable for
shaping characters and stories.
Could you tell us something more about the Cult of Darkness?
I've always been fascinated by ancient cultures, specifically the Maya,
and I've always wanted to tell a story that captures their rich history with
as much respect as possible. One of the themes of Cult of Darkness is
cultural appropriation versus cultural appreciation, and I have characters
in the story on opposing sides of this theme. The most important thing for
me was no aliens. The Maya culture is rich with history and incredible stories
and trying to explain their advanced stone masonry skills and writing
system by extra terrestrial intervention is insulting, I believe. They were
bloody yet brilliant. That should be enough!
What are your other interests other than writing?
I'm a lifetime gamer and being able to play video games now with my son
is a true joy. One of my other passions is riding my Triumph Scrambler
motorcycle. For me, I've discovered the best therapy can be found on two wheels.
What are you most afraid of?
Wouldn't you like to know! (It's tarantulas. I hate them!)
Do you have favorite book characters?
I do. My favorite book of all time is Swan Song by Robert McCammon and
I love all the characters in this book. Sister, Josh Hutchins, Swan,
Alvin Mangrim, Colonel Jimbo Macklin, Roland Croninger and the many
others in this incredible book. I love them all.
How do you choose your topics?
I retain a lot of useless information and facts about my interests: Film,
books, science, emerging technology, video games, interesting people, etc.
My mind tends to wander and mull over these subjects. That is usually
when my ideas come. This usually happens before I sleep or while I'm
not able to write ideas down. In the shower, taking a walk, driving.
Do you have a special daily (writing) routine?
Usually just fire up the laptop and go over my outline to remind me where
I'm at in the story. My dog, Nikki, loves to snuggle up when I write so that helps :)
Can you recommend some places close to your hometown or country
for (thriller) authors?
Nothing particular comes to mind, but I do use Google Earth to virtually
visit locations that I research for my books.
Have you any other writing plans?
Someday I'd like to branch out and possibly write horror novels, as well
as another action thriller series.
What is your wish for 2022 and for the near future?
I'd love to sell as many copies of Cult of Darkness and Crucible of Fear of
course and reach as many readers as I can. A book isn't truly complete until
it is read and enjoyed by someone. Or hated. As long as I invoke an emotional
response, I'm happy.
Where do you find D.W. Whitlock on Social Media?
website: https://www.dwwhitlock.com/
Twitter: @ddubwhitlock
Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/D-W-Whitlock/e/B08T1T6LNH?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1&qid=1653321138&sr=8-1
Thank you very much for this 'interview' and I really hope all your wishes
come true. Keep up the good writing work!
An exciting thriller!
Intriguing!
What a fantastic thriller!
A man's life in chaos. His young daughter at risk. What is a pound of a flesh worth?
Dante Ellis is a successful advertising executive on the rise. His world is plunged
into a huge nightmare after he's targeted by ruthless hackers known only as
dark Messiah.
Dante soon discovered no part of his life too scared to be used against him, no
secret buried too deep. What began as a veiled threat soon descends into a
desperate conflict against the will of an unseen enemy.
Nothing
scares more than a hacker who wants to take over your computer systems.
It brought
the suspense in this fantastic thriller.
I really
was keen to know what would happen next and I read the story to the end.
The
characters were well developed and the story kept me busy.
So I want
to recommend this book to lovers of suspense and thrillers. I give this
splendid
fantastic thriller a 5 star rating on 5.
"What an exciting science fiction story!"
"What a page turner"
"What a fantastic thriller!"
Twitter is a fantastic place to meet and chat to fantastic authors such as
Carolyn M.Bowen. After reviewing her thriller: One (see on this link), I
absolutely wanted to read more books from her. I also already knew
from the beginning that I would write an Author in the picture blogpost
about her.
So, enjoy the author in the picture blogpost of the briliant author:
Carolyn M. Bowen.
How did you start writing? Did you always want to become an
author?
Thanks for asking. I knew I was a writer from an early age.
My first short story
was published when I was fourteen. I've continued writing
and studying the
craft over the years to become skilled doing something I love.
It's a never-ending
process of reflection and discipline to produce new novels.
Do you have other work besides writing? Or did you do other
work before
you started writing?
quality books.
Which is your favorite type of weather for writing and why?
I love all the seasons in the year. The burst of creative
energy
I experience fits the mood for the settings I create.
Which is your favorite place on earth and why?
My favorite place is the beach, specifically the beaches of
NW Florida.
The crystal white sand and the pale turquoise gulf is a great place
to relax
and recharge mentally and physically. The soothing movement of the
waves
tapping the shoreline in mesmerizing harmony is therapeutic.
I've found that whether people live there full time or are
just visiting, they
seem to have a different way of going about their day when
proximity to
the ocean is a variable. For me, I like my toes in the water.
I've read some wonderful thrillers of yours. Do you like/write
other
genres too?
I mostly write mystery-thrillers. However, I've written a
historical romance novel,
Cross-Ties, and a personal development book,
Cross-stepping Your Way to Success.
Do you prefer to write alone or in company?
Do you have a fixed daily writing schedule?
which ranges from 4 to 5 A.M. He sits on my arms as I go
through my morning
ritual of checking social media, then he sulks when I have
to shoo him away as
I work on my novels.
Where do you get your inspiration from besides traveling?
Travel is my muse but with the pandemic I've been sidelined.
I'm interested in world affairs particularly those with the potential
to
destroy mankind like climate change.
Do you like to listen to music or watch television while
working?
for me. I enjoy being alone with my thoughts during the writing
process.
What are your plans and wishes for 2021 and the nearby
future?
I'm excited about what comes next!
written by Carolyn M. Bowen
"I couldn't stop reading until I knew the end"
A tropical paradise. A wedding party. One of them is a killer.
Zoe is on the perfect tropical honeymoon with her husband, Mike, until itthe trip is interrupted by two dangerous "animals" they've met once before.Trapped on an island with their wedding party by a madman and his co-conspirator, Zoe has to solve a mystery in order to escape to the mainland. Someone in their wedding party betrayed them. Someone is working with their adversary. As the clock ticks, they'll need to sort through clues to decide who they can trust, before time runs out and their only means of escape is destroyed.
Action/Adventure, Thriller, and Travel Fiction fans will love this dangerous game, played out an island where treasure is buried not just under the sand, but in the heart of the person next to you. This book is the second installment in the "Animals We Are" series, but can be read as a standalone.
First of all: the black and white book cover already looks frightening and gives an excellent idea of the story. Anyway i liked the cover very much.
The story itself also really is fantastic with unexpected twist and turns. I read it on a rainy lazy afternoon and it was certainly no disappointment.
All the created characters are very great and well developed. The author must have done huge research work to create them.
So, if you are a fan of mystery and exiting books, don't hesitate to read: "Animals We Are: Book Two: The Wolf & The Bee". I give it 4 stars on 5.
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