Cat Spitting Mad: A Joe Grey Mystery (Joe Grey Mysteries)

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Hell hath no fury like a feline enraged. Though Joe Grey and Dulcie are merely housecats, they each have a strong sense of justice -- to complement their uncanny ability to read, speak, and use the telephone. And they're furious that Max Harper, police chief of Molena Point and preferred target for Joe's harmless pranks, has been accused of a gruesome double murder.

The fleet-footed sleuthing duo is intent upon restoring an old friend's good name. But finding the missing little girl who was sole witness to the crime won't be easy -- especially with a hungry cougar on the prowl, a cat-killer on the loose ... and the kittenish antics of Joe and Dulcie's playful new "ward" causing big trouble that could take more than nine lives to survive.

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Great book.......2007-07-19

This is a great book in the Joe Grey series. Joe, Dulcie and Kit find the clues that prove Chief Max Harper did not murder anyone. Great way to introduce the Garza family into the series. I just wish my cat would talk to me!

Great author!.......2007-03-16

If you appreciate cats, love mysteries and just want a relaxing and fun read...then read the entire Joe Grey series. Excellent!

Vindicating an unaware friend.......2004-09-24

Joe Grey, the talking tomcat, is furious. Two women, a mother and her grown daughter, have been savagely murdered while out riding, and the younger girl who was with them at the time has disappeared. What's worse, Molena Point Police Chief Max Harper is the only suspect. While Joe and his feline partner Dulcie have often tricked and manipulated Harper in their previous investigations, and he's not yet aware of their secret, they like and respect the veteran cop, who is a longtime buddy of Joe's human housemate, Clyde Damen. Joe can't believe that anyone would think such an upright law-enforcement officer capable of murder and worse. Naturally, he and Dulcie and their new sidekick--"the Kit," another gifted feline--set about to prove Harper's innocence. While the resolution of the murders isn't unexpected--the motive was simple revenge--the means the three cats employ to prove it are, as always, clever and suitably feline, and their rescue of young Dillon is full of thrills.

Maybe the best Joe Grey book yet........2001-11-06

I think this is certainly one of the best Joe Grey books, if not THE best. Joe and Dulcie are joined by their new sidekick called "The Kit", a tortoiseshell kitten who has an insatiable craving for adventure and danger. There has been a murder of two women on a bridal path and the third rider, the cats' friend Dillon has disappeared, maybe murdered too or kidnapped. Joe's greatly admired friend, Max Harper, the Molina Point chief of police is the one and only suspect in the murders. Joe is spitting mad that people will believe his friend Max could do such a thing. Naturally, Joe "knows" that Max is innocent. The Kit has witnessed the end of the murders and been scared witless by all the violence but she was too scared to know what she saw or to recognise anyone. The three cats run afoul of Joe and Dulcie's old nemesis, Lee Wark who knows their secrets about understanding human language and having high intelligence. He would absolutely love to put a permanent damper on their crime solving shenanigans. He thrives on killing cats anyway. Kate Osborne, who can change to a cat and back to a human is back on the scene and terrified because three convicts have escaped, including Lee Wark who knows her secret also. She seems to have a "thing" for Joe's human housemate, Clyde Damen while Clyde's old girl friend, Charlie seems to be sweet on Max Harper now.

How Joe Grey, Dulcie and Kit thread their way through this maze of tangles, car chases, and a haunted house that's home to a cougar makes a fine story. It's also amazing that three small cats could get through all the perils without losing one or more lives. Ms. Murphy only gets better! She adds more polish and finesse to the stories every time. I'm anxious to read "Cat Laughing Last"

Utterly Delightful..........2001-09-30

This book was utterly delightful with Joe Grey's deep respect for the Chief of Police, Max. By proving Max's innocence, Joe Grey, Dulcie and Kit all provided bits and pieces of the puzzle, including a daring rescue of the 13 year old girl who witnesses the murder. The story definitely kept me on my toes wondering what was going to happen next...Now I wish the next book of Ms. Murphy's would come out even sooner than January so I can start reading it...

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Cat Spitting Mad : A Joe Grey Mystery
Shirley Rousseau Murphy
Manufacturer: NY : HarperCollins (2001)
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000ML9IKA

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Kiss The Moon Goodbye.......2004-01-05

Great? Entertaining? Suspenseful Read? Rocked My World? What book did you people read? Because the book I read wasn't anything close to suspenseful let alone entertaining. And if this is Glendale, CA's "Favorite Book", I suggest Glendale hit the bookstore!
The plot was lame, and the characters were obnoxious. And like Wyatt, I learned more about maple syrup than I ever wanted to know. I'd suggest Cold Ridge or The Harbor if you want to read a good book by Ms. Neggers.

No Sensible Plot.......2003-06-15

I recently read Ms Neggers' book The Harbor, enjoyed it so much I went out and bought 3 more of her books, BIG MISTAKE. I read the reviews of Kiss the Moon and figured another winner, not so.
The story is based on the plot that quirky irrepressible Penelope finds a 45 year old crashed plane. She is under the impression that the crash victims are still within. So, she does what every adventuresome person would do. First, she alerts the media and then, "Oh my goodness!" she retracts her statement because she doesn't want the town's hermit nor her not as adventuresome but equally quirky cousin to come into the limelight. Never mind that everyone and their mother knows of both.
Okay, let's say I buy this premise but wait there's more. The nephew of one crash victim comes to town to find his missing uncle. Does our heroine show any compassion? No, she's still hung up on saving the privacy of a hermit she isn't even sure is nonthreatening. But she has her reasons because said nephew is a SINCLAIR. Now so far the reader has learned that Sinclairs are thrill and adventure seekers....oh how diabolical, so of course Penelope and the rest of the residents regard them as people of dubious reputation and I guess not having the same emotions as "normal" people. I mean really why would the Sinclair family want to bring home the body of a loved one especially when Penelope has determined the forest is a great resting place.
So enough already, this book was a complete disappointment. How anyone could consider Penelope anything but irritating is beyond me. Get over the constant reminder by the author that she was spoiled as a child, that's suppose to be a legitimate excuse?
The final insult to the reader's intellect is on page 359 (paperback ed.) when Harriet is referred to as Wyatt's half sister, I don't think so...do the genealogy here.
I'm as happy as the next person to escape into a good suspense this was neither.

Kiss The Moon- My favorite book........2001-01-03

Kiss The Moon was a delight to read. I usually do not like reading books, but this is one novel I will never forget. The book includes mystery, love and adventure. This is the kind of book I could not put down. I could not wait until I find out what really happened to Colt Sinclair and Frannie Beaudine. I could not imagine what happened with them when they were so in love, and caring a tone of money, in diamonds. The book was written in a way to keep you reading. There was not one boring part in the book; it got more and more interesting. If you love reading love novels you cannot, pass this book by. It has twists and turns that unfold at the end with the beginning of a new relationship. It gets you into the mood of grabbing the book jumping into bed, and reading the book under candlelight. The love between Colt Sinclair, Frannie Beadine and later Pehelope Chestnut and Wyatt Sinclair was so sweet; it made me want to read more romance novels like this one. The author used good details within the story to convince the reader that Colt and Frannie were in love and that made the reader curious as to what happened to these two couples, who were very much in love. One of the strengths of this book was the plot, climax and the conclusion. It is very dull to read a book and know how the book is going to end while your still on the third chapter. This book, on the other hand, never gives you any real clues as to how it actually turns out at the end. You would be surprised at how Carla ties everything together at the end. If I knew how the book ended before I read it, I would read the book just for the conclusion. In addition to the plot, Carla also introduced wonderful characters, one of which was Pehelope Chestnut. She had so much to her than just a suspicious love struck girl. It was interesting reading about how Wyatt wins Pehelope's trust and how she always whines up getting herself into a different, and dangerous situation. What's interesting about Pehelope is the fact that she kept her big discovery a secret. Even Harriet did not understand how Pehelope could keep the secret from her, when they were so close. Kiss the moon pretty much had no weaknesses except for the role of Harriet. Clara could have contrived better material if she had tied Harriet into the mystery. She was an important character in the book, and Carla could have used her personality and past to create a better climax and conclusion.

Kiss The Moon- My favorite book........2001-01-03

Great.......2000-10-16

I bought this book on impulse, and could not put it down.

I loved the main characters. Penelope especially reminded me of myself, always in getting into trouble without trying to! Wyatt was great - strong and yet sensitive! The setting appealed to the outdoors person in me.

The storyline was solid and interesting. Penelope has to decide between the desire to solve an old Sinclair family mystry and protecting those close to her. She chooses the later which brings Wyatt Sinclair to her doorstep. Wyatt wants to solve the family mystry, but has to win Penelope's trust before she will tell him the answers. In the meantime someone not so honest begins to frighten Penelope, can she trust Wyatt to help her?

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Dear Reader,

KISS OF THE MOONis filled with magic, curses, heroes, and villains. It's set in medieval Wales, an intriguing place filled with deep magic, dark castles, brooding heroes, and strong-willed heroines.

Adventure, allure, and avarice hide in the shadows of shadowy forests and candlelit towers of Castle Prydd where an ancient prophecy is fulfilled when Sorcha of Prydd comes into the world:"born during a tempest, with hair the color of a raven's wing, eyes the blue of midnight, and the kiss of the moon on skin like alabaster..."It's said that whoever is born with the KISS OF THE MOON birthmark upon his skin will rise to become the savior of Prydd. No one ever expected the chosen one to be a woman! Not only is this heresy, but an outrage. Surely the fates are wrong...or are they?

Years later, Sorcha's courage is sorely tested when she must save her kidnapped sister and in doing so enters Hagan of Erbyn's bedchamber. Never intending to be seduced by the arrogant and handsome lord, she places a knife to his throat. But that is just the beginning -- and soon her pulse pounds whenever he's near. Though she warns herself that Hagan is her sworn enemy, Sorcha can't convince her wayward heart.

KISS OF THE MOONis a tale of curses and lies, trust and betrayal, and, ultimately, the power of love. I hope you are captivated by it.

-- Lisa Jackson

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As a grandmother and granddaugher walk in the moonlight on a snowy night, the girl thinks the moon looks lonely, so she blows it kisses. Later it starts to snow and the moon blows kisses back.

The Werewolf's Kiss (Hunter's Moon Trilogy (Paperback))

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A FANTASTIC Book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Running Wild
Interesting
A Unique Tale
Werewolf Love

The Werewolf's Kiss (Hunter's Moon Trilogy (Paperback))
Cheri Scotch
Manufacturer: Diamond/Charter
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1557738017

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The Werewolf's Kiss is the first book in "The Werewolf Trilogy," a ground-breaking trilogy that follows the history of a clan of werewolves centered around New Orleans. This is the story of Sylvie Marley, a rare creature drawn to the Moon and the night with the urge to run wild in the bayous. She is also in love with the young, handsome werewolf Lucien Drago, son of the Duchess de Marais. She too could be a werewolf if she chose, called as she is by the spirit of the Moon and the family's werewolf curse. Although her father, Andrew Marley managed to lift the curse, Sylvie still has the choice between the life she craves as a werewolf and the life of a normal young woman. However, that choice may be taken from her by a madman seeking power as the new king of the Voodoos. To prove himself, he intends to force Sylvie to become a werewolf with his magic, thereby sealing her fate, and her life, unless he is stopped.

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A FANTASTIC Book!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!.......2005-02-15

The Werewolf's Kiss gives the reader a look at the Louisiana werewolves. It draws the reader into the close-knit community of the werewolves. The characters backgrouds are explained with great clarity! You'll have no trouble finding a character to root for! The reader will feel like they are one of the werewolf community in this book. The character's worries and fears become the reader's worries and fears. The last few chapters are sure to have the reader on the edge of their seat!! This is a must-read for any fan of werewolf literature!!!!!

Running Wild.......2004-03-04

I really enjoyed this book. It is a keeper that you can reread and enjoy over and over again. The story is great and the characters are really believable. If you enjoy werewolf books or other books along this line you will enjoy reading this book.

Interesting.......2003-09-26

I liked this book because it discusses werewolves like Anne Rice does vampires. Also, the stories of the individual characters were very well written and engrossing. However, the storyline that held the book together was rather week.

Its worth a read, but it won't wow you.

A Unique Tale.......2003-07-24

I am not a regular reader of Lycanthropy (Werewolf) books however I decided to give this one a try. I found out that I have been missing out. This book is an excellent read. This book is just one of three. I look forward to the other two. (2nd coming out in October 2003 & the 3rd coming out in January 2004) Buy this book & you will not be disappointed.

Sincerely,

Jenjaylynn

Werewolf Love.......2002-03-17

I read all three Scotch werewolf books. They are certainly different. I love werewolf books because they are all so different. Every author has a completely different take.

What is so interesting about Cheri Scotch's series is that she manages to combine so many different elements in relatively short books. These books have it all. We have mystery/detective work; historical background and sweeping drama; we have several love stories; supernatural, including voodoo and of course, werewolf folklore; interesting backdrops of New Orleans, as well as other interesting places. We also have interesting personal relationships: parent/child; lovers; revenge; friendship....But most of all, good triumphing over evil. Oh, did I mention the religious storyline? You name an element, it is here.

These books manage to combing countless characters, most of which are included in all three books; and countless storylines without being unhinged or confusing. Holt manages to go back and forth in time periods with different characters and pull it all together in the end.

I liked Cheri Holt's take on how one becomes a werewolf. Her ideas were very different than I have read. I also liked the way she dragged voodoo in and made it part of the wolf-lore. The details of voodoo were as interesting as the wolf details.

I am not going to go into the plotlines of these books, because frankly, I don't think I could. They are all just too complex to describe...and believe me I tried. I was trying to sum it up for a friend and failed miserably.

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"Your Love Will Torture and Torment You".......2004-09-14

The melodramatic and cliched title "Kiss of Death" says everything you need to know about this book - it is silly, dull, predictable, confusing, and ultimately pointless. Characters are one-dimensional, suspense is non-existence, questions raised go unanswered, and the story itself is packed full of endless episodes that go no where and lend nothing to the flimsy plot.

It's summer in Winthrop, Massachusetts and four teenagers are settling into a hot and humid break. They are Jeffrey Thomas, his girlfriend Barbara, his best friend Paul, and other close friend Miranda. Winthrop is your average seaside town, but a new arrival stirs things up: Rebecca Webster, a very beautiful young woman who seems to have an intent interest in Jeffrey. Soon weird things are going on: your usual nasty accidents, odd dreams, weird animals and abnormal behaviour from our main characters. Jeffrey in particular is effected by Rebecca's presence, and it doesn't help that his awe-struck girlfriend is dressing exactly like her.

So what's the deal with Rebecca? What does she want with Jeffrey? The answers won't be found in this book - you'll have to spend more money in order to get the second book, which has the even more ridiculous name "Dreams of Revenge". There is absolutely no reason why this slim volume should be split into two books, except - of course! - it makes you spend more money this way!

The author ends chapters like R. L. Stine's "Goosebumps" books - with dramatic, gasp-inducing shocks...only for the beginning of the next chapter to take place several days later, telling us in hindsight what really happened. For instance, a teenager in the diner begins to choke on her food, and we end with "Silently, Vicki slipped off her chair to the floor". The next chapter begins a week later, with characters commenting on the strange occurrence, saying simply: "Thank goodness she was alright", without any explanation on how she was saved. The entire narrative is riddled with these cliched `suspense' moments that have no real purpose in the over all story, and aren't scary enough themselves to merit their presence. Almost every chapter ends with one of these attempts at shock, and eventually they just get silly - from "then there was only darkness," to "then, mercifully, a velvet darkness enveloped him as he lost consciousness" to the ludicrous "Rebecca didn't have a telephone." Horrors!

Finally, the forced `love' story between Jeffrey and Rebecca is unlikely (based entirely on the effect she has on him, which the reader can hardly experience or understand for themselves) as well as repetitive - she draws him in, she pushes him away, she draws him in, she pushes him away - you get the picture.

Definitely give this particular teen-read a wide berth.

Exellent book.......2004-01-23

Out of all the books i have read i would say this is in my top 10 books that really got my imagination flowing, and elizabeth moore should keep writing. I would love to read more of her books. she is an inspiration to many people including myself.

AMAZING.......2002-01-29

I read this when i was a very little kid. I thought it was the most amazing book i'd ever read. And to this day whenever i write i use the name Rebecca. That book molded me to be what i am today... a strange person who likes witches.

This book was the kiss of death!.......2000-06-02

The writing in this book was truly terrible. There wasbasically 200 pointless pages in which the cast of one-dimensionalcharacters went on and on about how wonderful Rebecca was (and I didn't particuarly think she was all that great). Then there were ten pages that were somewhat interesting (and earned the second star, since they sparked a bit of interest). This was one of the worst books I have read in a long time. It wasn't even suspensful, or scary, and it's supposed to be a horror book!

It was well detailed but it had a few problems........1998-11-22

It was written well enough that I'd like to find the sequel but I'm not completely impressed with it.

3 Cheri Scotch Werewolf Trilogy book set: 1 THE WEREWOLF'S KISS / THE WEREWOLF'S TOUCH / 3 THE WEREWOLF'S SIN (Also called Hunter's Moon and Voodoo Moon trilogy)

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3 Cheri Scotch Werewolf Trilogy book set: 1 THE WEREWOLF'S KISS / THE WEREWOLF'S TOUCH / 3 THE WEREWOLF'S SIN (Also called Hunter's Moon and Voodoo Moon trilogy)
Cheri Scotch
Manufacturer: Diamond Books
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
ASIN: B000SHQW8Y

7 Titles By Carla Neggers - Cut and Run - Breakwater - Kiss the Moon - Finding You - The Cabin - Cold Ridge - Dark Sky

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7 Titles By Carla Neggers - Cut and Run - Breakwater - Kiss the Moon - Finding You - The Cabin - Cold Ridge - Dark Sky
Carla Neggers
Manufacturer: various
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
ASIN: B000RY8SW6

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Multiple books shipped as one item for your convenience. Save on Shipping/Handling charges.

Barbara Cartland : Five Complete Novels (Moon over Eden, No Time for Love, The Incredible Honeymoon, Kiss the Moonlight, A Kiss in Rome)

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PINK BLOOMERS . THE OVER HOT WASHING MACHINE .
Collecting bed sores and enriching the vet .
Three complete novels of Barbara Cartland
three complete novels of Barbara Cartland
For the romantic at heart (cynics please abstain)

Barbara Cartland : Five Complete Novels (Moon over Eden, No Time for Love, The Incredible Honeymoon, Kiss the Moonlight, A Kiss in Rome)
Barbara Cartland
Manufacturer: Gramercy
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0517092999
Release Date: 1993-06-08

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Dame Cartland is one of the greatest romance writers of all time and certainly the bestselling. Her book sales total 620 million to date.

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PINK BLOOMERS . THE OVER HOT WASHING MACHINE ........2002-10-15

One has to marvel at the prolific writing skills of dear Barbara . I once owned a horse that refused to eat its oats , but would gnaw cheerfully ,on a Barbara Cartland book ,then tap dance for hours ,with a rose between its teeth .The sheer romance of her work enthralls , even those of us with four feet .In this delightful book we are transported to the world of Dukes and there Coconut carvings . The Duke who married a fire engine ,never laugh at a bowl of stewed prunes , and a touch of an unemployed town crier . All three are little pebbles in the hillwalkers boot . OH I do wish Henry would stop pestering the gardeners daughter .

Collecting bed sores and enriching the vet ........2002-10-13

For all you cynics who belive that romance is dead , perhaps it was not your partner . After all you had been working hard that week , and even if it was , how can you be so sure ,that checking into a motel as mr and mrs smith for two hours , was in any way suspicious . Dear old Barbara would put your mind at rest.and in these perfumed pages ,our old hearts are set to flutter as love blossoms . First its a good old fashioned tale of passion and hatred , between Lord Cockbury the seventh earl of undergarb ,and his fiery half gypsy half aubergine dentist . The tale ends as you would expect from such romantic fiction ,with the two lovers .fighting a naked duel on the Westminster bridge at midnight ,with only a few out of date tomatoes dying in the snow along with the lovers . Sob sob I can not continue its all too heart renching . My only complaint with these stories ,is that far too often the villain of the piece ,turns out to be wearing thermal underwear ,all the better for hiding tropical fish I suppose .

Three complete novels of Barbara Cartland.......2000-06-23

It was cute as usally. Typical of a Barbara Cartland book. If you read Barbara Cartland book before you will realised that she is an author that stresses love will conquer all philosophy. Unfortunately, she tends to write very little and tends to be brief to the point. These stories are very consise and moving for your emotions. You will not put it down until you are done. But by the time you are done reading it you will likely say that is it. Where is the rest of it. These stories are great but most of the time it leaves the reader wanting to read more about it even though it is the ending. These stories are way to short but they always gurantee you a happy and charming ending.

three complete novels of Barbara Cartland.......2000-06-23

This book was sweet and short. It pulled me more in the emotional sense. Too bad it was short. The plot seemed to easy and there was really no conflict for the main characters to solve but sept for their feelings for one another. But anyway I did like it because it kept me up all night and I could not put it down.

For the romantic at heart (cynics please abstain).......2000-05-25

The first time I read a Barbara Cartland book, I was transported, as she would write, like an angel up to heaven! Her stories are a combination of the "Contesse de Ségur" books I loved as a child and the "Angélique" movies I still love as a woman. I love the way she writes. Perhaps I am old-fashioned, but her tales of innocence and tenderness touch me on a fundamental level.

Guess How High I Jumped to Kiss the Laughing Moon's Nose? and Other Motion Stories

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Guess How High I Jumped to Kiss the Laughing Moon's Nose? and Other Motion Stories
Jeff Jurich
Manufacturer: Green Tiger Pr
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Binding: Paperback

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I Kiss the Moon
L. P. Chase
Manufacturer: AuthorHouse
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1418481467

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"I Kiss the Moon" talks to the heart. Throughout the collection, the author confronts ever-changing life, the sad and the sweet, while leaving the reader with shades of hope upon her pages. The emotion and passion of each piece invites the reader into a place of wonderment, reflection and appreciation for the simplicities in a life where excess has slowly become the norm. "There is no doubt that these poems are sincere and heartfelt; this poet isn''t afraid of becoming vulnerable." T. Richard Williams Poet, author of David By The Sea, 21, Unshaven "Bravo!! L.P. Chase. My visual of the author''s writing is like peering through, and moving between two windows. One is a frame surrounded by the scorching flame of sadness and its subsequent pain. The other, panes framed by frost bitten introspection and subsequent perceptual gain. Bravo!!" Prof. James W. Banks, R-CSW Dr. Love Millennium/Poetry Team Advisor Coordinator of Multicultural Affairs, Suffolk County Community College "A fresh and pleasant addition to the poetry genre. Chase''s imagery has been created with the human condition in mind. A very humble and satisfying read." Krissy Brady, Editor Brady Magazine www.bradymagazine.com

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