Evolution of a Sad Woman: The Story of Kizzy
by Gale Laure (Trafford Publishing 2007)
Imagine a woman who arranges for her own gruesome murder. She draws a bath, has a glass of wine, and awaits. The butcher commits the deed, as requested, with a serated knife and a meat clever to dismember the beautiful heroine.
What would compel a wealthy woman to plan such a death?
During her life, Kizzy had met five men whom she loved and trusted with the joy of her life. Her lawyer invited them to attend the reading of the will advising that they would inherit millions. Each came and relived their lives with the woman who was the love of the life of each, in turn. She asked them, in her handwritten will, to undertake a task to achieve something precious to her. First, they would have to discover the hidden joy of Kizzy's life. Kizzy left few clues.
The men from vastly different walks of life banded together to solve the mysteries, and seek revenge. In the course of their thrilling adventure, the men bond together in a shared love of Kizzy and the joy that she asked them to cherish.
Evolution of a Sad Woman is a thought-provoking story that is told masterfully. A reader cannot help but to want to meet Kizzy and experience what she gave to these men in the short time she was in their lives. Each had known a different woman. As usual with such well conceived and executed books, a reader’s mind wanders to associate the story with life experience. In my case, I kept picturing a Marilyn Monroe character confused in life, not knowing where to turn, and finding peace finally, via her own hand, in another realm.
Thank you Gale for a wonderful read!
What would compel a wealthy woman to plan such a death?
During her life, Kizzy had met five men whom she loved and trusted with the joy of her life. Her lawyer invited them to attend the reading of the will advising that they would inherit millions. Each came and relived their lives with the woman who was the love of the life of each, in turn. She asked them, in her handwritten will, to undertake a task to achieve something precious to her. First, they would have to discover the hidden joy of Kizzy's life. Kizzy left few clues.
The men from vastly different walks of life banded together to solve the mysteries, and seek revenge. In the course of their thrilling adventure, the men bond together in a shared love of Kizzy and the joy that she asked them to cherish.
Evolution of a Sad Woman is a thought-provoking story that is told masterfully. A reader cannot help but to want to meet Kizzy and experience what she gave to these men in the short time she was in their lives. Each had known a different woman. As usual with such well conceived and executed books, a reader’s mind wanders to associate the story with life experience. In my case, I kept picturing a Marilyn Monroe character confused in life, not knowing where to turn, and finding peace finally, via her own hand, in another realm.
Thank you Gale for a wonderful read!
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You can read my interview with Gale Laure HERE. Be sure to check out the comment section with a lively "question & answer" with the author!
Evolution of a Sad Woman can be purchased at Amazon and other fine retailers. Learn more about Author Gale Laure on her website.
Warms-CYM
**Thank you Dorothy for the opportunity to review this wonderful book**
15 comments:
Wow, this sounds like a book that will keep the reader guessing. Great review.
Great review - this book sounds so thought-provoking and beautiful!
Thank you Elle and brizmus for blogging in today with your comments. It is great to hear from you.
And, Cym, thank you so much for the wonderful, thought-filled, detailed review. It could not have been better if I had wrote it myself! I am filled with appreciation.
GL
Where did you get the idea for such a great mystery book and story?
Anonymous,
I wish I could take all the credit. After I decided to be an author, I prayed one night for an idea. It was there the next morning. I sat down at my computer and the story poured out. Getting the idea was very easy for me.
Thanks for blogging in.
GL
It not just a good but a great book review. Have you tried to get your mystery book on Oprah's book club?
Dear Gale –
Thank you! I thoroughly enjoyed the story. You have a wonderful talent for plot, characterization, and emotional insight. I look forward to the sequel.
Warms, Cym
Wow, what a unique story! I've seen the book cover a couple of times but didn't really know what it was about. Great review.
Anonymous,
I have a radio station who wants to start a campaign to get me on Oprah. (www.streetvibes.com) I hope they do. It would be a wonderful experience.
Thanks for blogging in.
GL
Cym,
You have me blushing. Thenk you so much for your kind words. These words coming from someone of your caliber in the business are well appreciated.
As an author yourself, I know you understand what it means to get a great review. It actually makes your heart beat faster.
Thank you again-
GL
Katy,
I hope you will give the book a look. You can find a sample of Chapter One on my website at www.galelaure.com. Also, take a look at the wonderful interview here on Cym's blog. Just click on the HERE link.
Thanks for blogging in, Katy.
GL
Dear Gale –
Yeah for enthusiasm! Put it to work in your current project. Good luck with Oprah.
Warms, Cym
Thanks, Cym.
GL
Oh Cym, this is a terrific review! Thank you so much!
Good night, everyone. A big thank you to all the bloggers and readers who participated.
Thank you, Cym, for the wonderful review and for being such a gracious host on your blog. It made my day!
GL
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