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The Nation's Daughter
After the cruel and brutal murder of Little Summer James a Nation takes up her cause to see that the person they hold responsible pays.
But when the judicial system let them all down by setting her killer free, the days are numbered for Autumn James...a baby-killer.
But when the judicial system let them all down by setting her killer free, the days are numbered for Autumn James...a baby-killer.
173 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 31, 2011
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About the author
Valerie Maarten
7 books37 followersLet me introduce myself...
I have been writing ever since I discovered that letters made sounds and a combination of letters made words. It wasn't until recently that I decided to share my work with the public at large.
The only thing I love more than writing, besides the obvious (God, family, life and country), is reading. As you will soon learn, I have an eclectic taste in what I read and what I write. There isn't a romance genre that I will pass up. I've recently began reading suspense and paranormal romance and have dabbled in the vampire series.
But one day, I'm going to reach in my storage bin or previously unpublished work and dust off that masterpiece I've been working on.
Until then...
I have been writing ever since I discovered that letters made sounds and a combination of letters made words. It wasn't until recently that I decided to share my work with the public at large.
The only thing I love more than writing, besides the obvious (God, family, life and country), is reading. As you will soon learn, I have an eclectic taste in what I read and what I write. There isn't a romance genre that I will pass up. I've recently began reading suspense and paranormal romance and have dabbled in the vampire series.
But one day, I'm going to reach in my storage bin or previously unpublished work and dust off that masterpiece I've been working on.
Until then...
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October 8, 2011
My thoughts:
Valerie Maarten has created dynamic characters. She has given them personalities and qualities that make you like them or hate them from the start. I was broken hearted by Autumn's callous behavior, and shocked by it at the same time.
The story is short, but not an easy read. The topic is the death of a small child and so there is nothing light and fluffy about this story. The characters struggle with a variety of ideals throughout the book. They are struggling with: beliefs, the courage to defend those beliefs, the decision of innocence or guilt, and what to do when you find yourself not where you planned to be.
I was amazed by the number of characters that felt they had, by some action or verbal interaction, played a part in Summer's death. I was equally amazed by their unwillingness to do anything about it.
The one theme that I found endearing was friendship/love. What would you be willing to do for someone that you loved?
This was not my favorite story, the subject matter made it a hard read. I liked the book, the story was intriguing and moved along without getting lost in random, unnecessary details or fillers.
If you like quick thrillers - check this one out!
Valerie Maarten has created dynamic characters. She has given them personalities and qualities that make you like them or hate them from the start. I was broken hearted by Autumn's callous behavior, and shocked by it at the same time.
The story is short, but not an easy read. The topic is the death of a small child and so there is nothing light and fluffy about this story. The characters struggle with a variety of ideals throughout the book. They are struggling with: beliefs, the courage to defend those beliefs, the decision of innocence or guilt, and what to do when you find yourself not where you planned to be.
I was amazed by the number of characters that felt they had, by some action or verbal interaction, played a part in Summer's death. I was equally amazed by their unwillingness to do anything about it.
The one theme that I found endearing was friendship/love. What would you be willing to do for someone that you loved?
This was not my favorite story, the subject matter made it a hard read. I liked the book, the story was intriguing and moved along without getting lost in random, unnecessary details or fillers.
If you like quick thrillers - check this one out!
November 3, 2011
A story that came from the heart which very loosely based on the true event of Caylee Anthony's death but where justice is served rightfully compared to the outcome of Caylee's mother's trial or wrongfully..you are left to decide. Autumn reports her daughter Summer missing while shopping at the mall but security tapes show her coming into the store alone so her lies begin which include pulling in her recently ex boyfriend as being a part of why the little girl went missing. I found the story to be interesting despite a few mistakes I found while reading it. The author has assured me she will fix them so if you have an earlier copy of it you may see them too but don't let that deter you from reading the story as the author weaves a new tale about fillicide filled with twist and turns.
March 4, 2012
Truly a story you never want to find in the news. Though some reviewers pointed towards the Casey Anthony trial I have to say I avoided all aspects of that trial so this story was a fresh idea to me. I loved personification of all of the characters, even that nut of a mother. I liked the way the flashbacks were weaved into the story. The end was an excellent conclusion. Valerie did a very good job on it.
I also have to say I have become a fan to Valerie after reading Second Chances and more so at the finish of Into Thin Air.
I also have to say I have become a fan to Valerie after reading Second Chances and more so at the finish of Into Thin Air.
March 29, 2013
Moving story about the murder of a 2-year-old by, supposedly, her mother. The case goes to trial with the mother blaming an abusive ex-boyfriend. The attorney fights for his client and overlooks the discrepancies in her pre-trial testimony. After the conclusion of the trial justice is meted out. (I'm not spoiling it by telling.)
Held my interest. Made me think, in a small way, about the Anthony trial.
Held my interest. Made me think, in a small way, about the Anthony trial.
May 2, 2012
This is the second book I've read by Valerie Maartin. The first one (Into Thin Air) was very good and I enjoyed it, this one...not so much. I am not criticizing the writing skills or style of Ms. Maartin, I just didn't enjoy reading this book. I knew going into it that it would be very similar to the Casey Anthony case but it was pretty much exact. Instead of reading this as a novel, I couldn't get past the similarities and for me it was like reading a true life crime story with different names. I skimmed a lot of it because I knew what was going to happen. The only part of this book I liked was the ending and that was the only part of the book that didn't mirror the true life story. I was very pleased with what happened to Autumn James in the end of this book and only wish that the same thing would have happened to the real Casey Anthony. Kudos to Ms. Maartin for having the guts to give this story the perfect ending.
May 14, 2012
I've read so many female bonding books and/or romance I need a change. Mystery, intrigue here I come. This book was eeriely like the Casey Anthony trial. It enrages me that women will kill their child(ren) while thousands of women struggle to have a child.
January 24, 2012
It kept me reading, but it was very disturbing. I will not be reading this one again.
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