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I would like to see this novel made into the next big movie. I love this book. I have read it about 10 times since I bought it.

I finished The Devil's Bastard, on the way back to California. I enjoyed the story. I was captivated the entire time and didn't want to put it down for one second. I think you are [an] outstanding writer and story teller. I have begun the second book and will keep in touch.

Love,
Jen

When I started reading The Devil's Bastard, I wasn't sure what to expect. To say it was interesting just doesn't cover it. I had a hard time putting it down. I've always heard that writers should end each chapter with a cliffhanger....and you did. The ending was a surprise...I could put myself in every scene based on your descriptions. ...I wanted you to know that the book was wonderful, and I've been suggesting it to my friends. Anyone can write about the South, but it takes a true Southerner with the talent to do it right. And you did it.

Thanks for the "Escape,"
Lucy

I just wanted to tell you what an amazing deal I got from your book. I had gone into a local coffee shop store and got some coffee for me and my husband and a drink for my daughter. After placing my order and paying for it, which was around $14, we sat down. I noticed a little magazine stand and saw two books both of them were yours [the other would have been Wolf Dawson]; after reading the backs of them I was sold. I went to pay for them to find out they were left behind and are free to whomever. I took them home thinking about the wonderful deal I had just gotten. After reading them I realize it wasn't just a deal it was a treasure. I can't wait for your next book.

I just wanted to send you an e-mail to thank you for The Devil's Bastard and Wolf Dawson. I have read both in the last two weeks, and I want to tell how very much I enjoyed them both. I am not a big reader but found myself reading these two every opportunity I had.... You are a great writer and I hope there will be many more of your stories to look forward to.... Again thank you for taking your readers to another time and place, even if just for a little while.

A true fan of your work,
Jonell

“I finished your book early last week and am writing to tell you how much I enjoyed it. It was especially interesting because of the insights of "frontier" living. I ordered Wolf Dawson from Bay Books” [in Old Town Bay St. Louis, Mississippi].
Dick Park
Diamondhead, MS

“I have just finished the best book I have read in a long time. I was able to imaginably visualize the time period, characters, and events through the well-written story line that was very consistent. It is rare for me to find a book now days that keeps my attention and if I have to put it down, can’t wait to get back to. Your book is one of those rarities. You have provided a very enjoyable read.”
James
Richton, MS

“Charlsie, Was up to 3:30 am reading The Devil’s Bastard—finally had to put it down. Hope to finish it today—after a soccer game. It’s great!”
Amy
Boiling Springs, PA

“I just read your book, The Devil’s Bastard, which I purchased from Barnes & Noble on a day you were book signing. It was a fabulous read, and spectacular in every respect. I am astonished that you experienced difficulty in finding a publisher. You are another treasure for our State.”
Mike
From the Mississippi Gulf Coast

“I just finished reading your book. Wow!!! You certainly have a creative imagination to come up with all the details.”
Kate
Gibsonia, PA

“I thoroughly enjoyed it, a real page turner….”
Lynn
Virginia Beach, VA

“We have both read The Devil's Bastard and enjoyed it very much. It was a very interesting and exciting book. Rosie's sister, who lives in Fla., is also an avid reader so I am sending [her] the book to read. ...she was really interested in reading it.....We would like your new book, whenever you get it finished.... Thanks again; we have enjoyed your work.”
Jack N' Rosie
Albany, GA

“I just finished The Devil's Bastard and looking forward to reading Wolf Dawson. I enjoyed every page of it. I love your bold, uninhibited writing style which is about the only kind of books that I enjoy reading.”
Paul
Ocean Springs, MS

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