I grew up in Cape Town, and still live here with my husband of thirteen years and plenty of furry, four-legged ‘children’.

My passion for the written word started my career as an editor and copywriter, and I part-ran a writers’ critique group for close on seven years. I've been writing ever since I learnt how, have always been an avid reader, and currently live on coffee and cigarettes.

My interests include reading, photography, watching good movies, the supernatural, life's mysteries and martial arts, of which I have five years’ experience.

Review copies of all my books are available upon request, and fans are welcome to email me at shadowfire13@gmail.com - I love to hear any type of feedback and am available for Skype or email interviews.

*** Please note that I use UK spelling and grammar when writing, which is NOT always the same as US spelling and grammer.

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Alphya Cing
Latest book: Vexyna's Awakening. Published on June 16, 2011. (4.00 from 1 review)
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Aneza Lee
Latest book: The Harpy Chronicles - The Namari Book I. Published on March 15, 2012. (5.00 from 1 review)

Berend Van der Poll
Latest book: The Praying Mantis. Published on March 5, 2012. (5.00 from 1 review)
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Gayle Ramage
Latest book: The Whispering Tombs (Quality Times #1). Published on May 22, 2012. (5.00 from 2 reviews)
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GlennAndSasha Gabriel
Latest book: Amanda Ackers and The Realm Of The Witches. Published on March 28, 2012. (5.00 from 6 reviews)
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Jack Dunlap
Latest book: Betrayers of the Trust. Published on November 25, 2011.

Jess O'Connell
Latest book: The Howling Winds. Published on April 21, 2012. (5.00 from 1 review)
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Laurel C Kriegler
Latest book: Place of My Dreams. Published on February 18, 2012. (4.40 from 5 reviews)
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Malla Duncan
Latest book: Fat Chance. Published on February 8, 2012. (4.00 from 1 review)
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Mark Coker
Latest book: Smashwords Rachanashaili Nirdeshika (Smashwords Style Guide Bengali). Published on April 22, 2012.
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Mark Stewart
Latest book: Legendary blue diamond. Published on April 16, 2012.
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Noah Murphy
Latest book: Sandworm Rodeo and Other Stories. Published on February 24, 2012.
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Patrick Walts
Latest book: Delicacies. Published on July 12, 2011. (4.60 from 5 reviews)
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Pippa Jay
Latest book: The Bones of the Sea. Published on May 16, 2011. (5.00 from 6 reviews)
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Richard Lee Byers
Latest book: The Impostor #1: Half a Hero. Published on July 25, 2011. (5.00 from 1 review)
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Scott Morgan
Latest book: Tryptic. Published on May 29, 2012.
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Sherzahd
Latest book: Hearts Torn Asunder. Published on May 28, 2012. (5.00 from 2 reviews)

Stev' Moochie
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T C Southwell
Latest book: Demon Lord VII - Dark Domain. Published on June 2, 2012.
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Vanessa Belle
Latest book: Ghost of the Night. Published on February 1, 2012.

Vanessa Booke
Latest book: The Dark Road Ahead. Published on November 6, 2011. (4.33 from 3 reviews)
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• Demon Lord on June 30, 2011
  
  The first in a series, TC Southwell’s Demon Lord tells the story of Mirra, a young healer who cannot find it within herself to hate, and Bane, a Demon Lord who seems incapable of caring for anyone. Bane has been sent to the Overworld by his father, the dark god Arkonen, to destroy the seven blue wards that trap him in the Underworld. What Bane doesn’t realise is that Arkonen is not his real father – Bane was stolen from his human mother at birth, raised as Arkonen’s son and trained in the usage of the dark powers, because only a human can enter the Overworld and free Arkonen from the Underworld. Mirra, too, has been unknowingly raised to serve one purpose only: the purest and most powerful of healers, only she has a chance of turning Bane from his task. Near the start of this story, Mirra is captured by Bane’s army of humans and dark beasts. Bane discovers that he is unable to cause her pain and, determined to discover a way in which to hurt her, he ignores his father’s orders to kill her immediately. Despite being forced to be witness to the murder and mayhem that Bane causes all who cross his path, Mirra tries to ease the pain that using the dark power causes him. Bane, however, is convinced that she is trying to kill him, and becomes all the more cruel to her. It’s certainly good to see local fantasy talent blooming, and, although I’m not a lover of the black and white version of ‘good versus evil’, I thoroughly enjoyed Demon Lord. Anyone who enjoys a good fantasy filled with deceit, betrayal and a little romance thrown in on the side should enjoy Demon Lord.
  
• OtherWhere The Vagrant’s Tail on July 10, 2011
  
  I liked the main character in The Vagrant's Tail, and found the author's voice to be easy to read and enjoyable. The story needs a bit of an edit, but I'd still recommend this as a good read.
  
• Venslund - 1 on July 10, 2011
  
  The proganists in this are well-rounded and interesting, and there are some excellent descriptions in this that gave me great visuals of the scene. I'm definitely keen to read more.
  
• Delicacies on July 13, 2011
  
  Good ending, and I like the way it's written from the aliens' viewpoints.
  
• The Impostor #0: Suiting Up on July 14, 2011
  
  This is my favourite type of story - the reluctant hero thrown into a situation his natural good-heartedness just won't allow him escape from, no matter how badly he wants it. Nicely written and easy to follow. I look forward to reading more of Byers' work.
  
• The Broken World Book One - Children of Another God on July 16, 2011
  
  Aside from the Queen's Blade series, this is my favourite series from this author. No one else I know has close to the imagination this author does, and I end up losing sleep because I can't put the book down!
  
• The Queen's Blade on July 16, 2011
  
  Blade is my favourite type of hero - reluctant! He has a nasty past he'd rather forget, but can't, and prefers to be left alone to his own devices, never allowing anyone too close to him. The good nature he was born with, however, seems to win out where the important people are concerned - those who truly care for him despite his ugly attitude towards and treatment of them. I recommend this entire series to anyone with an imagination, particularly if you love animals and seeing bad guys suffer.
  
• The Cyber Chronicles - Book I: Queen of Arlin on July 16, 2011
  
  The Cyber Chronicles is filled with dry humour that lightens the dire situation Queen Tassin finds herself in. At the start of the book, she's a spoilt cow who expects to get her way at all times (as all rulers do), yet I found myself liking her as the story progressed, despite not wanting to. Sabre is the perfect companion for Queen Tassin, since he takes no nonsense and refuses to give in to any of her demands if he thinks it will cause harm to her. He's a cyber warrior, after all, whose sole purpose is to protect Tassin. An enjoyable read that I couldn't put down, as with all this author's books. I recommend this to anyone who can read, even if fantasy isn't one of your favourite genres - this is the author who first hooked me on fantasy, and now I know what I was missing out on all those years and kicking myself.
  
• Forget on July 16, 2011
  
  Forget is a well-written, easy to read story with a nice twist at the end. I recommend this as an entertaining read that will leave you contemplating...
  
• Shoe on July 17, 2011
  
  I love dark stories with twists at the end. Nicely written and good ending!
  
• Certified on July 18, 2011
  
  Interesting, quick-paced story, and another easy read.
  
• In the Mirror (A Short Story) on July 19, 2011
  
  Interesting take on mirrors, and a nice read.
  
• Twilight of The Bald on July 20, 2011
  
  This unique story had me chuckling in places. Very entertaining!
  
• The last stroll on July 20, 2011
  
  Very depressing, since it's true that so many humans hunt for fun. Nice, quick read with a biting point! I'd work a little on the formatting, though.
  
• Hank Hunter - Prologue on July 20, 2011
  
  This is an entertaining piece of writing. I love the dry humour thrown in here and there, and am looking forward to reading the rest of the book.
  
• The Queen and the Castle on July 22, 2011
  
  A fast-paced, action-filled story that leaves the reader wanting more. I look forward to reading more of Wilson's work. Nice cover, too!
  
• Smashwords Book Marketing Guide on July 28, 2011
  
  There are some excellent marketing tools in here that I'd have never thought of, but that I've found to be easy and effective. The usual tips also helpful, since most of us can't think of everything when we really need to! I recommend this book to anyone who is serious about marketing their books.
  
• Muuyaw Taavo: My Encounter with the Clarkdale Ghost Rabbit on Aug. 13, 2011
  
  Interesting read that makes you wonder!
  
• Inside (A Short Story) on Aug. 14, 2011
  
  An entertaining read that leaves you contemplating.
  
• They on Sep. 14, 2011
  
  An interesting story with good, vivid descriptions that allow the reader to experience the situation almost first-hand. It's just a pity that it seems to not have had an edit before being published.
  
• The Author Business: A Practical Guide to the Business of Being a Self-Published Author on Oct. 14, 2011
  
  A must-read for any American author! I just wish someone would write a book like this for South African authors :-(
  
• The Count's Halloween: A FREE Trick or Treat Poem by Rusty Fischer on Oct. 23, 2011
  
  An amusing, light-hearted read with an eye-catching, professional cover.
  
• The Cyber Chronicles V - Overlord on Oct. 24, 2011
  
  Overlord, Book 5 of The Cyber Chronicles series, will keep your eyes glued to the pages. The book is filled with action, and details the universe’s politics in such a way that even someone like me, who isn’t too fond of politics, found it intriguing. Tarl, an ex-cyber technician – now a smuggler with a death sentence on his head – has returned Sabre’s memories to him, but he is no longer the man Tassin knew and grew to love on Omega Five. His traumatic experiences on Myon Two have changed him, and not for the better, particularly in Tassin’s view, since he seems colder towards her now. In Overlord, readers meet the Overlords, universal judges – and executioners – who enforce peace, sometimes by means of destroying entire planets. To gain one’s attention is generally considered a bad thing. Thankfully, they rarely involve themselves with issues that don’t affect entire planets, yet three of the seven take an interest in Sabre. One wants him as a romantic companion, one as a mentor and friend, and another wants him dead, thinking him an abomination. Anyone who likes a good science fiction story minus the many technical terms most non-scientists are unable to understand will enjoy this book. I strongly suggest that you read the first four books in the series (the first is free) – although Overlord is readable as a standalone novel, the adventures and back story in the first four books are truly entertaining and, in my humble opinion, anyone who doesn’t read them first will be doing themselves a disservice.
  
• Choices: A Short Story (Thomas Lord of Death) on Oct. 30, 2011
  
  Nice creepy story.
  
• The Dark Road Ahead on Nov. 07, 2011
  
  A good example of getting what you wish for when you didn't consider the consequences of your wish. A bit depressing, but it has to be in order to convey the message.
  
• Betrayers of the Trust on Nov. 25, 2011
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  This looks like it could be a really good read, but the formatting has too many strange symbols inserted into it for me to be able to read this at all - perhaps try formatting as per Smashwords' style guide and upload again?
  
• The Window on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  When I saw all the five-star reviews for this book, I thought 'no way'. I'm pleased to say, after reading, yes way! I was thouroughly entertained and hooked until the end, which was very well done, too.
  
• The End Of Time on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Interesting, well-written story!
  
• The Shortcut on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Interesting story!
  
• Murder On The Mountain on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  I don't think people realise how difficult it is to write flash fiction like this and still wow your readers - this was very nicely done, with the type of twist I love. I've always believed that animals are much more like us than we give them credit for, and I completely agree with the idiot murderer being depicted as that. Well worth the read.
  
• The Snow Globes on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Entertaining story!
  
• The Magic Bag on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Interesting read!
  
• The Mirror on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  I'd kill for a mirror like that! Nice story!
  
• The Watchman on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Great story, and I really like the cover too.
  
• The Best Friend on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Nice twist at the end!
  
• The Letter on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Another really interesting story - I'd have loved to know more about the letter writer, though.
  
• When Is Ever After? on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Entertaining, easy read.
  
• Soul Survivors on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Sad, but also uplifting. Well-written story worth reading.
  
• Wishful Thinking on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  This is such a sad story. Very well written and emotive, and it makes you think. I'd definitely recommend this to anyone.
  
• Dead in the Woods on Nov. 27, 2011
  
  Fantastic twist at the end!
  
• Shaded Fey on Dec. 01, 2011
  
  Nice twist at the end!
  
• The Cyber Chronicles Book II: Death Zone on Dec. 27, 2011
  
  If you think Book 1 in the Cyber Chronicles series was brilliant, wait until you read Book 2! With each book in the series, it becomes harder to stop reading, particularly since the book is character driven, and the characters are so realistic. Readers will also find a very different Tassin by the end of this book – one who isn’t nearly as selfish and conceited as the Tassin of Book 1 – as with all people, Tassin is changed by her experiences. In this book, Sabre battles the cyber control unit for domination of his body and mind as they travel through the Death Zone, a fearsome and dangerous place where no man – or machine – is safe. Despite the danger, Sabre’s sense of humour starts to come out, along with a very human personality, giving the reader an insight into the type of person he could be without the brow band controlling his every move. As in all Southwell’s books, the descriptions are so vivid that I could actually picture myself in the Death Zone, as if watching a movie in my mind. I also loved the way the author reminds the reader that Sabre isn’t as all-powerful as it would seem, and can bleed and die, just like the rest of us, when pitted against a strong enough foe. I’m not as widely read on fantasy or science fiction as some, but I’ve never read anything, or seen any movie, where science fiction and fantasy are linked the way this author links them, so I have to give this ten stars for originality. It’s obvious to me that Southwell put a lot of effort into writing Death Zone and that she enjoyed it immensely, making it an unforgettable read that I’d recommend to any sci-fi fantasy lover – and even those who aren’t lovers of the genre.
  
• The Cyber Chronicles Book III - The Core on Dec. 27, 2011
  
  Another thoroughly entertaining book! A little more of Sabre’s personality comes out in this book, and Tassin becomes even more likable, although I couldn’t stand her in Book 1. Both their personality changes are gradual, as it would be in reality, making this an even more enjoyable read. The battle with the Core was vivid, once again playing a movie in my mind, lending an air of immediacy and being part of the action. I’ve loved every book in this series so far, and can’t wait to get through them all! This book is definitely for any sci-fi fantasy lover!
  
• The Cyber Chronicles IV - Cyborg on Dec. 27, 2011
  
  In Cyborg, Book 4 of the Cyber Chronicles series, Tassin finally finds a way of finding Sabre. On the strange, modern planet where Tassin believes Sabre to be, she is forced to seek help from a hacker, Kole, to search for the cyber – a difficult, if not impossible, task. As usual, an entertaining book with exceptional descriptions, realistic characters and an utterly engaging plot. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: once you’ve read one of Southwell’s books, you won’t want to stop, even if you aren’t fond of the sci-fi fantasy genre – I wasn’t… until I my first Southwell book.
  
• The Cyber Chronicles VI - Warrior Breed on Dec. 27, 2011
  
  Once again, an excellent read and entertaining story, written superbly, as I’ve come to expect from this author. Can you imagine trying to be something you are, but were never intended to be? A part human killing machine that hates killing, trying to be completely human? Sabre doesn’t have to imagine it. Every second of every day, he lives with the torment of knowing he can never be fully human – something he longs for, if only to please Queen Tassin Alrade, one of the few in the universe who would risk their own life to save a cyborg. In Warrior Breed, Book 5 of the Cyber Chronicles, Sabre, Tassin and ex-cyber technician Tarl find themselves on a Trykon warship, where Sabre is forced to prove his worth as a warrior and take over command of the ship in order to reach their destination, Omega Five – Tassin’s home world. While the Trykons initially resent and look down on the unwelcome group, each battle fought, including one with Overlord Ramadaus, as always intent on killing Sabre, instils deeper respect for the cyber warrior. Fantasy lovers will not be disappointed in this book – and if you don’t already enjoy the genre, you might find that, like the respect Sabre’s abilities stir in the Trykons, you will find a respect and enjoyment for the genre through this author’s story telling ability.
  
• The Cyber Chronicles VII - Sabre on Jan. 01, 2012
  
  Another fantastic read where the author displays her ability to manipulate words and draw readers into her world. It may be effortless to read, but a mountain of hard work is what it took to get it this way. In Sabre, Book 7 of the Cyber Chronicles, Tassin, Sabre and Tarl finally arrive at Omega Five, yet life cannot go back to normal as Tassin had hoped. Although the Queen of Arlin had been gone for only months, four years have passed on her home world, and Torrian rules her kingdom through her cousin, Dellon. This story is a nice mix between sci-fi and fantasy, with many battles to be fought and enemies to be thwarted. Well worth the read, for adults and teenagers alike.
  
• Anthology of Short Stories From Authors Glenn C. and Sasha Gabriel on Jan. 01, 2012
  
  I've read all of these stories, and would have paid for them if they hadn't been free - they are certainly worth that, and definitely worth the read! These two writers have an amazing natural talent that not many do. Never stop writing!
  
• The Bones of the Sea on Jan. 14, 2012
  
  This story was rather sad, but mostly because of the sorry truth - that humans tend to destroy anything that's inconvenient to them. Very well written and entertaining, this story will leave you thinking long after you've read it. A definite must-read for all deep-thinking sci-fi lovers.
  
• The Price of Angie's Ice Cream on Jan. 28, 2012
  
  The things men do for us women! I'm sure every guy feels like Jim from time to time! Very entertaining, humorous read that had me chuckling from the first line already. Worth the read!
  
• Place of My Dreams on Feb. 19, 2012
  
  This story gave me goose bumps! I think we can all relate to this in some way, even if it isn't romantic - every one of us fantasises about something, be it romance, more money, a job, being published or whatever! You have a way with words and a really nice 'voice'/writing style.
  
• The Praying Mantis on March 05, 2012
  
  I enjoyed this book so much that I read it twice. The Praying Mantis is a must read for anyone who enjoys a good crime thriller. After reading this book, you’ll almost certainly want to keep an eye out for Van der Poll’s next crime thriller, The Butterfly – I certainly can’t wait to get stuck into reading it. While Detectives Reeve and Porter juggle two serial killer cases, a group of prostitutes gets up to ‘mischief’ – just not the type one would expect. With The Praying Mantis killer always one step ahead of the law, both detectives are in danger of losing credibility, but one of them stands to lose a lot more if the truth doesn’t come out soon. The Singles Killer, while not being the focus of this novel, adds a nice twist to the plot and makes for interesting reading, perfectly emphasising the fact that it’s a small world and everyone has their secrets… I found the characters realistic, making this a truly enjoyable read. We never really realise how much we affect those we come into contact with, but, too often, the ripple effect is catastrophic if you use or treat others badly. This author knows that and has portrayed it well, leaving me to ponder human nature and all it’s complexities at the end of the story. Although this is not a whodunit novel – the reader finds out almost immediately who The Praying Mantis is – the characters alone will keep you reading to see what they get up to next, how that affects those around them and whether or not the killers will be apprehended. If you haven’t bought this already, go for it!
  
• The Harpy Chronicles - The Namari Book I on March 15, 2012
  
  Aneza Lee’s debut novel, The Namari, is the first book in The Harpy Chronicles series, and a definite must read for anyone who enjoys a good fantasy story. I was astounded by this first-time author’s flowing writing style, intense imagination, excellent command of the English language and characters I found realistic and intriguing, giving her book an air of being written by an accomplished writer, which I am convinced is exactly what she will soon be. The main protagonist, a young elf called Kirin, is a Namari, a rare persona with the gift of foresight, able to disguise her appearance and find anyone merely by thinking of them. A past previously unknown to Kirin leads her into the service of the goddess Alorana, who helps her to discover and learn how to use her gifts. Alorana tells Kirin that her biological father, a man she hadn’t known existed, has asked to see her, and commands the handsome trader, Kherilon, to escort her to her father. However, Kherilon is not who he seems. Who is Kherilon really, and why does he hide who he truly is? Other interesting characters join Kirin and Kherilon along the way, including a harpy and an elf who turns lycan on the full moon, each with their own story. Things turn ugly when they realise that the evil goddess Olunagh wants Kirin dead or serving her, and Kherilon vows to do whatever it takes to protect his ward and discover why the goddess is trying to kill her. There are usually a handful of things I don’t like about any given book, however minor they may be, but my only complaint about The Namari is that it ended too abruptly, as many authors tend to do with a series, and I desperately wanted to read more! I recommend this book to anyone who loves original fantasy with a few common fantasy elements thrown in for good measure, characters you can relate to and feel for, and an easy read that came from hard writing. I can’t imagine that anyone will read this book and not want to pick up Book 2.
  
• Vexyna's Awakening on April 06, 2012
  
  Vexyna’s Awakening grabbed my interest from the word go. The story begins with a bit of light humour, which the author continues to throw in here and there where you least expect it. The humour works well to keep the story light-hearted enough for young readers, though Vexyna’s experiences and discoveries are anything but, and there are plenty of philosophical aspects for readers to contemplate. Vexyna is different from others in many ways, particularly with regards to her eyes, which she cannot allow anyone to look into, lest the person come under her control. To avoid the issue, she permanently wears dark glasses. When Vexyna is driven from her village by external forces beyond her comprehension, it sets her on a collision course with fate – something one cannot avoid no matter how hard one tries. On Vexyna’s journey to save her land from the Red Empress who engineered her village’s destruction, she begins to discover her hidden heritage and joins up with an ever-hungry thief, a crystal-generated life force and a few other intriguing characters. Vexyna’s Awakening is young adult fantasy, though even as an older adult I found it quite enjoyable. The author’s descriptions are well written, giving good visuals of each scene, and the world she’s created and all it’s ‘rules’ are well explained and interesting. I recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good fantasy. As the enigmatic talking cat says, ‘magic comes in many forms’.
  
• The Whispering Tombs (Quality Times #1) on May 23, 2012
  
  Quality Times and the Whispering Tombs is a light-hearted fun mix of science fiction, adventure and humour that left me wanting more. This is another book I was easily able to read in one sitting. Ramage’s dialogue is engaging, and the story is my favourite type – fast paced and engaging. The protagonist, Quality Times, lives in a world where humans are in regular contact with various alien species, and she’s lucky enough to have her own shrinkable time-travelling spaceship. Quality and Tim, her seventeen-year-old travelling companion, are talked into joining Bob, a wealthy alien archaeologist, on his quest to find ancient hidden treasure. Quality takes an instant liking to Qez, Bob’s assistant, who seems not to notice her, although Bob claims he has a crush on her. This book is the perfect introduction to science fiction, particularly for young readers who haven’t read the genre yet, as there are no heavy scientific terms to wrap your head around – you can just sit back and enjoy the adventure. Though Quality Times and the Whispering Tombs is a YA book, I’d recommend it to any age group; it’s a nice break from heavier reading.
  
• Hearts Torn Asunder on May 28, 2012
  
  Hearts Torn Asunder is a compelling story of true love that follows a married couple’s struggle to have a child. As if each disappointment is not enough, a new tragedy strikes, ripping apart what little is left of Josh and Maddy’s life together. This inspirational story showcases how miracles can spring from one’s darkest hours, and leaves a resounding message: that one should never give up hope, even when it seems all hope is lost – or perhaps especially when it seems all hope is lost. I found this book to be exceptionally well-written, particularly since this is the author’s first published ebook. The writing flowed nicely, the descriptions were vivid and the author sucked me into her world with ease. I recommend this short story to anyone who likes sad romance and miracles.