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Product Description
Enter Laura's World...
Her family is brutally murdered, and she finds herself on her knees praying for things she never could have imagined. Her dark journey of revenge takes off as she hunts her family's killers, while being chased down by a troubled detective, his lovelorn partner, and an inner voice that grants her no peace. Her quest lures her through an explosive music scene, down unlit alleyways, to the edge of a towering church rooftop, and into the nightmarish landscape of her own mind. Will she get her justice before time runs out? Will her own lust for vengeance consume all that is left of her in the process?
Jump into the book and become part of the story.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #142385 in Books
- Published on: 2007-11-01
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Paperback
- 272 pages
Editorial Reviews
Alex Hutchinson - Blogcritics, January 22, 2008
Lewis's hold-your-breath style of descriptive writing will keep you swimming in his creative vocabulary for hours...multi-layered metaphors...elaborate prose...
About the Author
Lewis Aleman grew up and still resides just outside of New Orleans. In 1999, he received a degree in Creative Writing from Louisiana State University. While there, he published short stories and poems in various publications. At 19, he was offered a publishing contract for his first novel, Alone. After graduating, he taught high school English for five years, where he established and moderated a Writer's Club. While teaching, he wrote and recorded two songs that received steady radio airplay in New Orleans. Currently, Lewis is working steadfastly on writing the prequel to Cold Streak, entitled Rage, and his writing is being taught in some New Orleans schools.
Customer Reviews
Loved it
I loved this book from the very beginning. Lewis Aleman writes beautifully and really draws the reader into his story. As a mother myself, I found Laura's story eliciting all kinds of emotions I never thought I could feel with a book. It was heart wrenching and wonderful all at the same time. And I truly loved the whole religious feel to the story. Many people may have issues with that, but I think it made the story completely believable. I have recommended this book to all my Book Club friends and look forward to other books by this author. What a great author and book!
A journey worth taking
The author grabs your attention at the beginning of the book, and he keeps you interested throughout the end. The book starts out with a woman receiving the news of her family's murder. She then begins a roller coaster journey through the darkest of human emotions. At times she seems to lose her identity to these emotions. She travels down paths that introduce many characters and sub plots that vary from humorous to despicable. Eventually, though, she faces the reality of the situation, and she is forced to deal with it. Her journey is vividly depicted, and you find yourself connecting with her on multiple levels. As the journey nears it's end a Christian element is introduced, and you begin to realize that she is impacting everyone she comes into contact with in a positive way. The ending gives you a good feeling and brings closure to the journey. All elements of the story tie together beautifully. I would highly recommend this book to everyone. I am looking forward to more works by Lewis Aleman in the future.
Stick with it. It's worth it.
I had a difficult time getting into the book. The language seemed a bit stilted at first, but after a while, it began to get gripping and I had a hard time putting it down. It definitely gives you something to think about.
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