Published: Oct. 28, 2010
Words: 125,786 (approximate)
Language: English
ISBN: 9781458026712

Short description

Paris and Alex Fox have a problem. The death of their parents in an accident left a plethora of unanswered questions. Were their parents murdered? Was their mother truly their mother? Where are the secrets their father may have hidden? More importantly, who are these phantom people called Shadows, and what do they want? Their lives and the lives of their two loved ones will depend upon answers.

Extended description

The novel Shadow Games occurs in and near Jamestown, Kentucky, a rural town in the heart of the state. Beneath the small town backdrop, danger lurks for twin brother and sister, Paris and Alexandra Fox. The sudden death of their parents in a suspicious accident has brought with it some painful revelations.
The first is that the person who they called mother is not their birth mother, and therefore they possess an unknown genetic heritage. The second is that their father held a dangerous secret, one that caused their parent's death, and it looks like the Fox twins may be next.
To complicate matters, they meet two wonderful people, Elizabeth and Caesar Rowan, brother and sister, who may be the soul mates they have always desired. However, their attraction poses a danger for the Rowans and a vulnerability for themselves.
A race of people called Shadows who have the natural ability to hide in plain sight, want their father's secret and are willing to kill for it. They need to learn ho.. (Read more) The novel Shadow Games occurs in and near Jamestown, Kentucky, a rural town in the heart of the state. Beneath the small town backdrop, danger lurks for twin brother and sister, Paris and Alexandra Fox. The sudden death of their parents in a suspicious accident has brought with it some painful revelations.
The first is that the person who they called mother is not their birth mother, and therefore they possess an unknown genetic heritage. The second is that their father held a dangerous secret, one that caused their parent's death, and it looks like the Fox twins may be next.
To complicate matters, they meet two wonderful people, Elizabeth and Caesar Rowan, brother and sister, who may be the soul mates they have always desired. However, their attraction poses a danger for the Rowans and a vulnerability for themselves.
A race of people called Shadows who have the natural ability to hide in plain sight, want their father's secret and are willing to kill for it. They need to learn how to use their innate talents and the secret holds the key. Unfortunately the twins can't find it, and the Shadows are drawing closer. The twins must discover the the secret, protect the Rowans, and find the ability and the courage to confront the Shadow people. Their lives and the lives of the ones they love depend upon it.
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romance, kentucky, supernatural suspense, romance fantasy, romance and technology, science fiction supernatural

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Review by: Tony Lambert on Sep. 09, 2012 :
I enjoyed this book! Looking forward to the next one,
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Review by: MB Crandell on June 25, 2012 :
I was introduced to your writing on B&N with 'Shadow Games.' I've read a few of your books and have to say you've done a great job world building, character building and keeping the reader (me) thoroughly engaged in the process. It's always a treat to come across an Indie author with talent. I read anywhere between 5 - 10 books a week and am always on the lookout for good authors. I've marked you as a favorite and hey, thank you for sharing your work! It's always a treat to read something by you.
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Review by: LastRedwitch on May 05, 2012 :
Good story with a reasonable plot. Consider an unbiased editor and alow red ink. Extended descriptions of a beautiful day or place, pages of copulation details just because you can, and very sparse character details drop this reader out of the story into scanning to find the interesting story again. Check out C J Cherry for some of the best character development and handling of sensuality and sexual tension in the genra.
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Review by: Bret Bovard on April 13, 2012 : (no rating)
An enjoyable read. Left me wanting to get the next one.
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Review by: Jeanne Gold on April 10, 2012 :
I loved the idea of this book -- it encompassed a whole new idea, something rarely seen.

I was, as I often am, frustrated by grammatical/typographical errors. It seems more and more people, and not only authors, need a better editor.

Even though Mr. Welch is a new author, I can he will improve with age and experience. This first book was well done even if the characters could have been a bit better developed.

I look forward to reading more by Mr. Welch.
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Review by: edward call on Oct. 29, 2011 :
You don't write like an amateur.
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Review by: Irene Kueh on Sep. 27, 2011 :
Very well written! I am glad that a man wrote this book because sometimes I wonder if men have thoughts about their feelings for someone like women do:) Also, I actually stopped reading and googled Shadow Folks/People when you first mentioned in your book:) and they are real... Believe it or not, I've seen one or two before... And always wondered what they are and while reading your book, my 'eyes' are open. Thank you again. I look forward to reading your next book:) Well done!
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Review by: Melvin Minaar on July 16, 2011 :
Very well written entertainment! Good job, Doug!
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Review by: William Ellin on April 26, 2011 :
Good premise, well plotted. Dialogue at times seemed forced and stilted, can't imagine people actually talking like his characters all the time. By the by, there were a few typos (it should have been bizarre, not bazaar). But all in all a great read and I am looking for to the next one in the series.
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Review by: Joseph M on April 17, 2011 :
Well Done... would love to see the next one
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Review by: KrazyKat on April 15, 2011 :
excellent !! Would love to see more fiction from you as I really enjoyed this.
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Review by: Siobhon McCoy on March 26, 2011 :
Excellent! Can't wait to read the next book.
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Review by: mdrichgirl on Feb. 24, 2011 :
I just finished this and wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed it. It started off a little slow for me, but I found that after a while I couldn't wait to pick it up. I loved the characters, my favorite was Alex, she had me laughing out loud. Great work!
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Review by: Dorothy Koch on Feb. 21, 2011 :
I thoroughly enjoyed this book (couldn't put it down). Welch has created great characters and an engaging storyline. Wonderful sci-fi thriller - looking forward to finding out what comes next. I second Deb Robinson's comments - it IS refreshing to read a sold story without typo and grammatical errors.
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Review by: Deb Robinson on Feb. 19, 2011 :
Action, suspense and romance, what a great book! It was so refreshing to read a solid story without typo and grammatical errors. Anxiously waiting for more.
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Review by: Captain Fancypants on Feb. 17, 2011 :
My first real use of the "Ebook" and Shadow Games was a great 1st choice. Loving the characters and like the others, wanting to know what happens next. Cheers!
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Review by: Alta on Nov. 16, 2010 :
I enjoyed this mystery sci-fi. It contains a nice touch of romance, too. I'm eager to read what happens next.
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Review by: Gingin Christian on Nov. 06, 2010 :
Well done! For a first effort this is a really good book. Looking forward to the next. Keep up the good work.
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