Jill Bowers

It's a book that takes you behind the eyes of the author and asks/answers that big WHAT IF....what if the characters written, the stories that "came to you"...CAME TO LIFE? What if they were merely creations of your fascinating mind, but stories that echoed across worlds that you were able to hone in on, putting pen to paper and immortalizing them for all the world to enjoy? What if those carefully crafted heroes personifying all the things you wanted in another half was standing right before you? What if that mother figure you created to help you move on from a history that was less than ideal was actually able to support and care for you? What if the villain that embodied all the darkness and evil you could imagine really needed to be defeated...and not simply by your hero, but by YOU...

I don't know about you, but seriously...all the what ifs were mind boggling and the extent to which they can (and seemingly WILL) be explored is fascinating. I was bemused by the beginning, wherein apparently some people...yes, Derek, I'm glaring at you...thought they knew best. I was shocked by the followup that quickly turned events in a new direction because really....kidnapping?! What the heck?! I mean, really....didn't see that one coming...thought the reasons why come to light sooner rather than later. I got lost in the world created (or is it captured?) by the author wherein the true power of WORDS is revealed. Can you imagine if your favorite authors, the ones whose work seems to transpose time, place, and page, never truly died? I mean, wow...then getting to meet many of them...mind blown. It's a heady thought, but so is what happens when that writer reaches that status because while the mighty pen strokes they took unleashed their potential, it also unleashed the worlds they created...and they still need to be boxed back up, so to speak. *ahem* Trust me, you've not read a dragon fight until you've flown and fought with J.R.R. Tolkien and Anne Mccaffrey...or Shakespeare for that matter.


**copy received for review… (mehr)

STORY LINE IMMORTAL WRITERS:

In Jill Bowers latest novel, Immortal Writers, you will find adventure, action, treachery, and romance. Elizabeth (Liz) McKinnen, returning home from her first successful book tour, will find her life turning 360 degrees from normal. Finding herself kidnapped, Liz believes crazy fanatical fans have abducted her. That is until the fire breathing dragon and dead famous authors appear. Between William Shakespeare, Curtis the hero from her novel, Edgar Allan Poe, Jane Austen, Earnest Hemingway and others, Liz has no option except to believe.

Trained to battle an evil foe from her book, Liz finds herself initiated into the realm of the Immortal Writers. Grab a comfort chair and your favorite beverage. My fantasy contemporary novel review of Immortal Writers follows.

CHARACTERS, PLOTTING, AND DEVELOPMENT:

To begin with, I must say the premise of Immortal Writers is original and different. Fantasy novels are not my usual genre. However, I found this book interesting. Bowers original story-line grabbed me from the beginning of the book. Also, Bowers, created a strong heroine in Liz. Although she has issues to resolve, she stands firm to fight for right. Furthermore, author Jill Bowers, created a clean story-line suitable for 13+ age group. The romance is clean without the use of sex to sell the story-line.

As a result of the twists and turns in the novel, I could not stop reading. I needed to know what would happen next. Bowers, included a book club question guide in the back which would facilitate a discussion group.

IMMORTAL WRITERS RECOMMENDATION: STARS 4

In addition, I gave Immortal Writers 4 well-deserved stars. Suitable for almost any age, the reader will find a clean story suitable for individuals or book club reading.

FINALLY PLEASE NOTE:

Additionally, I received this book from Netgalley, and chose to review the book with an honest comtemporary fantasy novel review.

Lastly, book reviews of any novel are dependent on the book review author’s opinion. Consequently, all book reviews on-line and on my blog, are my opinion. Without a doubt, the ARC did not affect my voluntary contemporary fantasy novel review.… (mehr)

Liz McKinnen’s book series has taken off, launching her on a book tour. When she returns home, she is kidnapped by a group of eccentric people. When she is told that she is immortal and that her characters have crossed over into the real world, she has problems believing their stories. When they are attacked by dragons, she suddenly realizes that the idea isn’t as far-fetched as she had imagined. Told that she must defeat her villain before he takes over the world, Liz begins training for the ultimate fight.

I wasn’t quite sure that I would like this book however, it captivated me. The plot was fast-paced, interesting, and the characters were very realistic. Although this typically isn’t my genre, I couldn’t book the book down. I look forward to reading more from this author. Overall, highly recommended.… (mehr)