Cat and Caterpillar
by Jennifer Place
Price: $1.85 USD. 2760 words.
Published on April 27, 2011. Fiction.
A caterpillar named Caterpillar must talk her way out of becoming a cat snack as she traverses a kitchen counter on her way to spin her cocoon.
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Saturation
by Jennifer Place
Price: $7.22 USD. 107350 words. Published on March 17, 2011. Nonfiction.
(3.64 from 11 reviews)
The psychological experience of withdrawal after years of drinking four bottles of wine a day, every day, evokes the image of my mind being warped and stretched over an Event Horizon as it's about to be sucked through a Black Hole. My story is an up close and personal ride through a very short marriage to my second husband, and my adventures in and between five inpatient treatment centers.
Price: $7.22 USD. 107350 words. Published on March 17, 2011. Nonfiction.
(3.64 from 11 reviews) The psychological experience of withdrawal after years of drinking four bottles of wine a day, every day, evokes the image of my mind being warped and stretched over an Event Horizon as it's about to be sucked through a Black Hole. My story is an up close and personal ride through a very short marriage to my second husband, and my adventures in and between five inpatient treatment centers.
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Smashwords book reviews by Jennifer Place
- Flushing Fish
on Oct. 19, 2011
I give Andrew's story three stars. His is a very condensed account of the defining character forming experiences from his childhood and adolescence that brought about his abusive relationship with alcohol, the resulting - and maddening - consequences of that relationship, and the ultimate realization of the importance of maintaining a conscious connection with spirit/a higher power. His description of the compulsion to drink (something nearly impossible to fathom for the non addict) is excellent, comparing it to holding your breath until you think you can't hold it anymore - and then holding it longer - finally exhaling so you can swallow that enormous gulp of air. I love it. It's totally spot on, yet completely different from the way I describe it. Ultimately, Andrew's story is the story of his own evolution. He shows us that evolution must be consciously sought-after, that it's attainable through an on-going, persistent connection with/relationship to spirit, and that it's a painful path because it involves minimizing ego, which doesn't appreciate - at all - being minimized. It's all extremely encouraging. I encourage Andrew to be more patient with his story, and to spend more time with it so that it might unfold fully for his readers. He has something to teach us - those of us who have experienced addiction personally, and those of us who have been touched in some way by the active addict.
- The Royal Dragoneers
on Dec. 12, 2011
Three stars for the Royal Dragoneers. It's a calculated story with a lot of information. I'd compare it to a complicated dish with a little too much flavoring I can't identify. The story is engaging and doesn't allow for much down time. It moves fast and it did feel a little over stimulated at times, but some people like that. A few areas for calmer character development would have allowed for a needed reprieve between all the action. Interesting twists, a steady tempo and an energizing cast make the overall read appealing. Are you a high energy fantasy lover? Yes? Then you'll like this book.
- Cold Hearted Son of a Witch
on Dec. 19, 2011
Three and a half stars. Smashwords, like Amazon, needs to make available a half star option. Cold Hearted Son of a Witch is book II in Mathias' trilogy, and I'm assuming a bridge to book III. Considering the number of characters (okay, who is that guy and what's his background again?) it's helpful to have read book I, The Royal Dragoneers, first. This is a fun read in terms of movement, animation and creativity. In the first book I found the overstimulated, non-stop action sequences a bit of a challenge, and I was hard pressed to find a place where I could catch my breath. That frantic momentum is, thankfully, missing from this book, which means a smoother ride for the reader. The easier pace gave me the opportunity to finally get to know the characters. Knowing their personalities shines a new light on the overall story, which - logically - makes the mental experience more enjoyable. Mathias' sense of humor is more prevalant in this book, and I found it spot on throughout the story. The other reviews give more of the story away than I'd like to see, so on that note I won't give anything else up. I'm not a big fan of fantasy books. Having said that - I'm having fun reading Mathias' work.
- The Confliction
on Dec. 28, 2011
Well done. Three and a half stars. An apt conclusion to a fun series. I found it a bit hurried and telling in places, but Mathias' zest behind his story makes for a fun read. The first two books in this trilogy are a must read before tackling this book.
- The Sword and the Dragon (The Wardstone Trilogy One)
on Jan. 23, 2012
Yeowza! This is not a light read and it's not for anyone suffering short term memory loss. The Sword and the Dragon is a very busy (and long) book, thanks to a slew of compelling characters and ongoing activity. 'Action packed' is an understatement. It's imperative to stay on top of who's who from the beginning. If you can manage that and you're able to keep up with Mathias' imagination, this book will take you into another world entirely. I'm most most impressed with Mathias' tenacity as a writer. The man is overflowing with imagination and creativity. He pours himself into his books, and from the looks of things, he's nowhere near packing it up and moving on to a different career. His fans must be crazy about him. Spelling and grammar mistakes did get my attention. The high number lead me to believe that Mathias is overly eager to release his work before it's ready. As a self-published author I know it's impossible to edit my own work. I know how tired writers get having to rework the same piece again and again, but just because we're done with the book doesn't mean the book is done with us and ready for the world. An editor, if Mathias doesn't have one, would be a wise investment. While this isn't a fast read, it's perfect for anyone ready to dig in and settle into a mammoth fantasy.
- Kings, Queens, Heroes, & Fools (The Wardstone Trilogy Book Two)
on Jan. 23, 2012
Four stars for Kings, Queens, Heroes and Fools. First - the challenge to piece together the puzzle of characters and their relationships in this book would be near impossible if you haven't read book one, The Sword and the Dragon. Read that book first. Kings, Queens, Heroes and Fools is an apt title for a book that encapsulates the hyper-excitement and drama surrounding kings, queens, heroes and fools...AND monsters, dragons, magic, a dwarf, and intensely crazy battle scenes that leave nothing to the imagination. If a mythological creature is missing from this story, I'd be hard pressed to disclose which one. The good guys are good and the bad guys are even better (at being bad). Although nothing is left to the imagination, the author's imagination is on fire and that makes reading his work a lot of fun. I've developed a new taste for fantasy novels. Thanks Mathias!