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Weeping Willow #1
Weeping Willow - Part One
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Being teased at school, Chloe was awkward socially, finding it hard to relate to her peers. As an only child of a single mother, she had her share of loneliness. But when her mother buys a fixer upper on a large lot just outside of town, Chloe feels the she is on the cusp of change. Dreaming of another world and a handsome but alien stranger has her questioning who she really is, and what is real....
Being teased at school, Chloe was awkward socially, finding it hard to relate to her peers. As an only child of a single mother, she had her share of loneliness. But when her mother buys a fixer upper on a large lot just outside of town, Chloe feels the she is on the cusp of change. Dreaming of another world and a handsome but alien stranger has her questioning who she really is, and what is real....
51 pages, Nook
First published February 18, 2011
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Sandra Madera
18 books26 followersSandra Madera currently resides in New York and is a recent college grad, obtaining her bachelor's degree in science. However, her true passion has always been reading and writing. She has been writing short stories since she was a child. She recently published her first full-length YA novel entitled Restraint. For free YA short story downloads and for information on upcoming novels visit www.sandramadera.com and http://sandra-madera.blogspot.com.
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February 13, 2015
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“You summoned him,” She cried. I didn’t know what to do. I didn’t know what I had done. Or, how to fix it. Before I could react, she began to cry hysterically, “Why did you do it?”
I am so glad that the author sent me a copy of this book to read and review, because this was really good!
I liked Chloe/Willow, and I thought she acted appropriately when confronted with danger – she ran! This girl was no idiot, she knew that she was no match for a big guy with a sword or two and did the sensible thing and fled. No walking into danger on purpose for this girl!
“Fear trickling back into my numb body, I ran in the direction of home, hoping my mother was there so I could warn her.”
The storyline in this was really good, and I loved the action! Poor Chloe/Willow seemed to have no shortage of unexpected encounters, and I loved how I didn’t know what was coming next!
“It was him!
It was the intruder, disguised as a police officer! He had found me.”
There was some romance, and I’m guessing that some people might call it insta-love, but to be honest, although Nalin seemed to like Chloe, she didn’t immediately return the feeling, and there wasn’t any huge declarations on her part, and nothing physical at all.
“Seeing her again, even for a few fleeting moments, made my heart stop. I was overwhelmed with a feeling although I couldn’t comprehend which one. I had found my twin soul, and we were at the meeting once again.”
The ending to this was a bit of a cliff-hanger! I’m glad that the second part of this story is already available and free on smashwords! Yay!
8.5 out of 10
“You summoned him,” She cried. I didn’t know what to do. I didn’t know what I had done. Or, how to fix it. Before I could react, she began to cry hysterically, “Why did you do it?”
I am so glad that the author sent me a copy of this book to read and review, because this was really good!
I liked Chloe/Willow, and I thought she acted appropriately when confronted with danger – she ran! This girl was no idiot, she knew that she was no match for a big guy with a sword or two and did the sensible thing and fled. No walking into danger on purpose for this girl!
“Fear trickling back into my numb body, I ran in the direction of home, hoping my mother was there so I could warn her.”
The storyline in this was really good, and I loved the action! Poor Chloe/Willow seemed to have no shortage of unexpected encounters, and I loved how I didn’t know what was coming next!
“It was him!
It was the intruder, disguised as a police officer! He had found me.”
There was some romance, and I’m guessing that some people might call it insta-love, but to be honest, although Nalin seemed to like Chloe, she didn’t immediately return the feeling, and there wasn’t any huge declarations on her part, and nothing physical at all.
“Seeing her again, even for a few fleeting moments, made my heart stop. I was overwhelmed with a feeling although I couldn’t comprehend which one. I had found my twin soul, and we were at the meeting once again.”
The ending to this was a bit of a cliff-hanger! I’m glad that the second part of this story is already available and free on smashwords! Yay!
8.5 out of 10
January 14, 2012
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Amazing ! Just amazing!!
And did I mention this book is FREE on Nook?!
I loved it! Now,lets see how it goes on in part 2...
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Amazing ! Just amazing!!
And did I mention this book is FREE on Nook?!
I loved it! Now,lets see how it goes on in part 2...
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July 9, 2012
I thoroughly enjoyed this story although I felt there was a lot more to tell even in Part 1. I realize it was a short story but it left me wanting for more since I enjoyed these characters so much. The author definitely has the gift of storytelling and I look forward to reading more from Ms. Madera.
March 26, 2012
Though this part of the story was short and moved very quickly, it had much of what a Fairytale should have...a sweet, beautiful heroine; a handsome, strong Prince; a dark, dangerous villian. I've been sucked in and am looking forward to more, hopefully developing more slowly.
December 8, 2011
Enjoyed this book. Left me wanting more so I read part two and still wanted more. I am looking forward to the novel.
June 5, 2012
i thought this book was great even though it is short. i was going to give it 4 stars only because it was so short but i felt that was unfair because the story of it all was great!
July 23, 2012
great short story cant wait to read the next one I can feel more excitement on the horizon.
September 13, 2013
Loved this short story. Very fast paced, caught and kept my attention! Cant wait to dig in to the next one and then the novels!!
January 9, 2012
this story was very easy to get into and was very exciting
January 30, 2016
(Note: I'm reviewing Weeping Willow Part One and Part two in only one review).
Chloe doesn't look like normal girls and stranger dreams haunt her sleep. When strange events reveals who she really is, nothing will be the same again.
These two short stories are really great pieces of fantasy. There is a lot of action, drama, suspense and a bit of love. There are a few twists and surprises that makes you wonder things like: "she did what?" and "he really did that?". The adrenaline runs through some passages that are full of battles and fights.
The characters are very likable, both Chloe-Willow and Nalin are solid characters. Despite don't having much space to develop their personalities you can understand their motivations and their choices.
The author uses words to create a vivid and colorful world where magical creatures are real. The descriptions are very detailed and it's easy to imagine the scenarios and the people.
I totally understand why the author had to write novels after this introduction. The series has a lot of potential and her writing is very good.
*** I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review. ***
Chloe doesn't look like normal girls and stranger dreams haunt her sleep. When strange events reveals who she really is, nothing will be the same again.
These two short stories are really great pieces of fantasy. There is a lot of action, drama, suspense and a bit of love. There are a few twists and surprises that makes you wonder things like: "she did what?" and "he really did that?". The adrenaline runs through some passages that are full of battles and fights.
The characters are very likable, both Chloe-Willow and Nalin are solid characters. Despite don't having much space to develop their personalities you can understand their motivations and their choices.
The author uses words to create a vivid and colorful world where magical creatures are real. The descriptions are very detailed and it's easy to imagine the scenarios and the people.
I totally understand why the author had to write novels after this introduction. The series has a lot of potential and her writing is very good.
*** I received a complimentary copy in exchange for an honest review. ***
May 29, 2015
3.5 stars
I got the ePub copy from the author! I'm really thankful for that!
I enjoyed reading this book. It was a fast and fun read. It could have been a lot better but I didn't expect that much. It was still good though!
I think one of my favorite things about Chloe is that she knows when she is in danger. That's a thing I like in a heroine.
If you like fantasy, this is for you. I'm sure of it.
I have to admit that the world building is quite interesting. I hope it gets better since this is only part one! I'm ready for the next book.
I got the ePub copy from the author! I'm really thankful for that!
I enjoyed reading this book. It was a fast and fun read. It could have been a lot better but I didn't expect that much. It was still good though!
I think one of my favorite things about Chloe is that she knows when she is in danger. That's a thing I like in a heroine.
If you like fantasy, this is for you. I'm sure of it.
I have to admit that the world building is quite interesting. I hope it gets better since this is only part one! I'm ready for the next book.
May 28, 2015
Short, sweet and to the point. I feel a little lost (like there is something I should have read before this) but I'm sure part 2 will fill I some blanks. Chloe and Nalin are a couple I want to get to know better (Ms Madera does an excellant job of showing you what they are like) and can't wait to see where this goes. On to part 2.
July 1, 2011
I think this may have gotten a 3.5 it was different then what I normally read. But still interesting. I just felt she could have joined part one and two together instead of making two different books that were only 77 pages.
November 13, 2015
This story starts pretty fast cosidering it's a short story. Chloe is always teased about her ears at the schools she attends, but they don't stay in one place too long. Will she find answers to her questions when a man she dreamed about shows up in her life? Looking forward to part two.
May 17, 2011
I downloaded this book onto my Nook for free. It was a really short story, and I had a hard time getting into it, mainly because of all the spelling and punctuation errors.
March 20, 2012
I love the backstory of this short. I love the movement of it. It was fast paced, and the love story did not disappoint me. Can't wait for the novel.
January 23, 2012
A quick and easy read, nothing special but enteraining enough.
September 4, 2013
I thought it was good short-read.
I didn't have any expectations
out of it but to keep my eyes
busy & it did so I think it
was a pretty good book for
a short-read.(:
I didn't have any expectations
out of it but to keep my eyes
busy & it did so I think it
was a pretty good book for
a short-read.(:
July 4, 2012
Decent read!
November 15, 2012
Loved it!
December 23, 2012
This book has good action, but seems disjointed at points. I believe it could use some more story development. It does have a good story line though.
November 17, 2011
I loved this story. Very descriptive and very entertaining. I plan to read it again in a few years.
January 4, 2012
Keeps you well enough entertained.
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