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What a wonderful read!!!! It was one of those rare situations
when I was genuinely sad to reach the end. It's a story
for all ages, a timeless gem full of funny poignant moments,
original ideas and wonderful characters. I feel like I've
been on a magnificent journey with the author and I can't
wait for the next leg of this journey. I really can't recommend
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Readers who like fantasy with surprise twists, well-developed
characters, and complex mythologies need look no further
than Mariard Volume 1 The Gifting.
Australian author Christine Jones starts with a gothic setting,
soon involving her large and often contentious cast in a
deadly game that keeps changing and growing. Instead of
giving us the stock dumb brutes and dumber wenches of too
many fantasy adventures, Jones peoples the competing kingdoms
with strong female characters and surprisingly emotional
men. All of the characters evolve further over the course
of the novel, as they face the game.
This book introduces fantasy fans to gifted players, and
to a gifted author. Jones makes the game seem real with
her vivid descriptions and sharp dialogue, even though everything
might not be as real as it seems to the players. To see
what I mean, join in the game, the journey, by reading this
entertaining fantasy novel.
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Aus Com
ISBN - 1434831280
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Author - Christine Jones
Rating - MA - For mature audience - Science Fiction (L)
(S) (V)
Obsession
with genetic engineering segregated humanity into the perfected
and defective. Dictated by science and technology, the search
for immortality near destroyed the human race. What remains
of mankind, struggles to survive in barbaric clans suppressed
by Masters and false doctrine.
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A
poem from author Tinker
on Mariard Volume 1 The Gifting.
I have a story that you must read
Written by my friend Chris
It's the story of the Mariard
A tale you just can't miss.
She'll take you to new places
A world that you've never seen
Her story will grab you
Cause "Nothing is what it seems"
When you finish the first book
It leaves you screaming for more
The characters, the game, the plot
Are things you're sure to adore.
Some pages you'll be happy
Others you'll say "Hey that's not right"
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You'll read all through the night.
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Below
are chapter-by-chapter reviews on Mariard Volume 1 from
test readers and authors. All gave a professional 5 star
rating.
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This chapter is very intriguing, and draws me to continue
reading. The Characters are clearly described, as are the
surroundings. It has me curious to know what lies in future
pages for the dear King Tayo. Excellent start to an exciting
story to come.
Comment Written by kinrenton
Dear Author, Chapter One is a fine, engaging, and well written
reading experience which the author writes beautifully and
entertainingly throughout. I love your flawless description
of the castle, the queen, and other characters and their
particular histories. I think your dialogue works quite
well.
Great write,
The
Masked Writer
Comment Written by Cloaked
Writer Inc
This is a darn well done story, Christine. I found nothing
wrong with the story.
Comment Written by Norbanus
An astonishing piece of writing. You have brought the reader
right into each of the scenes. Your characters, although many,
are so descriptively portrayed that one has no difficulty
following the story line. And the mesh of the old with the
modern is really unique. If there was a category for six stars,
I would have given you that.
Thoroughly enjoyable.
Comment Written by fastdigit
The way you describe things in your work makes you think you
are
really there you can visualize it. Very well written will
go back and
start with chapter 1 hope to see more of it.
I would also like to have one of the milonights! Anything
with blue eyes
that likes a sharp dresser is great in my book! LOL
Thank you for sharing...Robin ^&^
Comment Written RobinM
WOW! This story is brilliant, with such descriptive language
and so much imagination, it is a true work of excellence.
It held my attention really well, write more soon, I am looking
forward to it.
Comment Written by Tarli-Rah
Outstanding writing! You really take the time to choose your
words and lavish all the attention that they need in order
to sit just right! Very good!
Chris.
Comment Written by void-is
Heck of a nice job of building this chapter, Christine.
Comment Written by Norbanus
This is awesome! Very well written. I like the cover you've
used to illustrate this. Great graphics, did you make the
cover? I like this.. what more can I say??
Comment Written by carolinasangel
A well written piece. The characters were wonderful, I like
the names you picked for them. They came alive, very good
descriptions and imagery throughout the story, it was a good
read. There isn't a thing that I would want to change. Thanks
for sharing.
Comment Written by Iron
Maiden707
That was quite interesting. Good job, I like the way you easily
describe settings and build on chracter descriptions without
overtly flexing your author muscles. Good job. Enjoyable read.
Comment Written by thebestsoul
Good story. The character interaction, the emotion and the
dialogue were all great. This tale had a nice pace to it;
it kept my interest up. I look forward to reading the next
chapter.
Comment Written by driven
Wow! this is something else. Your talent shows through here.
Your storyline is well set and your characters come to life...well
done. :-) Alex
Comment Written by Alexander
Brogan
You drew me in right from the beginning and didn't let go.
It truly is an outstandingly well written piece and if the
whole book is this good you truly have a bestseller on your
hands.
Comment Written by thebestsoul
This is a very intense chapter. I do not know if I have read
any of the other chapters but judging by how well written
this one is You have a winner of a novel. The dialogue is
intense and believable. The action is smooth, alive, and full
of drama. The descriptions are vivid and intense. All and
All this is a very good work.
WK
Comment Writtenby wintersknights
Wow, a long chapter, but well done. I was pulled into the
story due to your details of the room, and the character development.
Again, well done. Thanks for sharing. Mary
Comment Written by TCLabs
This is excellent. I did not find anything wrong with this
since you pulled me in to the work and kept me there. I knew
that I had to leave this morning only to come back to the
site but I could not leave this novel and decided to continue
on. I loved how you keep the intense emotions on a level that
is almost breath taking.
good writing.
WK
Comment Writtenby wintersknights
Christine Jones,
This is another great chapter. You done a wonderful job
as always. I definitely can't wait to read more! Write on!
Candy
Comment Written by carolinasangel
Excellent writing
the descriptions are vivid and realistic. The passion and
emotions are transferred to the reader as they help pull you
into the world. I find the scenes realistic and alive. good
work, good writing
WK
Comment Written by wintersknights
Hey I just wanted to let you know that I think this is a well
written chapter. I could find no technical errors or such
to help you with. Good job.
Comment Written by hellfire0808
Powerful
I found this chapter building up to a part in the plot that
is exciting. The dialogue and the patterns of their minds
is very natural. I liked it very much and can not wait until
the next one. The power of your voice is fantastic.
WK
Comment Written by wintersknights
Love the work it is definitely worth all the five stars that
I gave it. I loved all of it and you should keep up the excellent
work.
Comment Written by Ashlee14
This is great.
I am going to have to start with chapter one instead of bouncing
here and there! lol Nice
work as always! Very well written.
Comment Written by carolinasangel
A very well written chapter here. A bit long but nothing wrong
with that. Just took me a while to read it, that’s all.
I’m enjoying the story and the characters here, good
job.
Comment Written by Crimson
Steel
Great work keep it up its great that you can write so much
I gave your work
five stars cause I felt that the work is worth that much.
Comment Written by Ashlee14
A very strong chapter
The strength of the characters is very detailed in this work.
I feel the anger and the emotions that fold out with great
force. The dialogue is great.
good writing.
WK
Comment Written 2005 by wintersknights
As
always the writing is wonderful. I am really enjoying this
story and have gotten my son reading it as well. He thinks
it's as good as the published book he's reading now. Your
description is excellent and put you right there with the
characters
Comment Written by tinker067
Christine, these chapters get better and better with every
stroke of the pen. I think this is great! Wonderful work!
Comment Written by carolinasangel
Wow
this is one fast moving chapter that I found I could not read
fast enough. This took my breath away and pulled me into reading
more. Your world is fantastic just what a fantasy nut wants.
WK
Comment Written by wintersknights
The names of the characters are unique, but not too far out
there, I like that. The chapter is very well written, just
like the read. You've done a great job.
Comment Written by carolinasangel
Excellent. This isn't even the genre of story that I normally
would read but you've done such a good job that you've got
me hooked.
Comment Writtenby tinker067
Hands
down, 5 stars. Very nice writing. It's edited, it has flow,
the meanings of sentences are clear, you establish visual
stimulation along the way (descr), and I enjoyed reading it.
Go for it CJ.
Comment Written by Jon
Kuntz
That was a great story. I loved it. You had a lot of great
detail. You are a great writer. There is not really anything
that you have to work on. Your story was amazing. You are
really talented and have a lot of skills.I can't wait to read
more of your works of art in the very near future.
Comment Written by dragonruler-1992
From the first page to the last Christine Jones book MARIARD
VOLUME 1 THE GIFTING grabs you and keeps you until the last
word. I enjoyed reading this wonderful book and encourage
you to dive into this fantastic world. Taheerahsafa
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