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C.J. Simone writes dark psychological thrillers with romance, often centered on social issues and mental health themes. Her stories are intended for an upper YA through adult audience. She holds a BA in sociology and an MA in psychology. Widowed in 2023, she now resides with her children and a variety of pets on the East Coast. For more information, please visit https://cjsimonefiction.com/. ...more

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Average rating: 4.4 · 183 ratings · 135 reviews · 3 distinct works • Similar authors

	The Manic Mission: Children of the Mob, #1 4.27 avg rating — 103 ratings — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
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Thank you so much to all my readers and those who took the time to rate and review The Manic Moon! I've poured my heart and soul into my books, and I'm so happy readers are connecting with the characters and stories. Love to all of you! 💛 ...more
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C.J. Simone liked Hank Matthew's review of The Manic Mission: Children of the Mob, #1: "It was very sigma! "
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C.J. Simone liked M.H. David's review of The Manic Edge: "The second installment of this series did not disappoint! Gabe is back and still running from his perilous ties to mob families and grappling with his mental disorder. I was most captivated by the authentic characters and the way they took on their s" Read more of this review »
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A fun and interesting story that kids and adults alike can enjoy.
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Well written reimagining that will appeal to many, but to me it's missing the depth and timelessness of the original. ...more
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Beautifully written with a deep and powerful story! I'm looking forward to reading more by this talented, new-to-me author. ...more
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“Here on stage, he transforms into someone great, and yet the emotion in his voice tells of vulnerability… and isn’t that as appealing as the greatness?”
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“Maybe that’s the only way anyone survives this crazy world—with love.”
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“Maybe we’re just too young, too broken.”
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