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Free Will
What if, upon the moment of your death, you learned that Free Will wasn't just some religious rhetoric to guilt you into doing "what's right" while you were alive? What if the concept of Free Will was everlasting?
What would you think if someone told you that you had to spend seven days in Heaven on a visitor's pass. Then, you had to spend seven days in Hell on a visitor's pass. And then, you were expected to CHOOSE where you were going to spend the rest of eternity? Where would your Free Will lead you?
This is a story about Raychel, her death, and her discovery that Free Will isn't just rhetoric - it's real and it has eternal implications.
What would you think if someone told you that you had to spend seven days in Heaven on a visitor's pass. Then, you had to spend seven days in Hell on a visitor's pass. And then, you were expected to CHOOSE where you were going to spend the rest of eternity? Where would your Free Will lead you?
This is a story about Raychel, her death, and her discovery that Free Will isn't just rhetoric - it's real and it has eternal implications.
264 pages, Paperback
First published October 22, 2014
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About the author
Diana Kathryn Penn
71 books31 followersDiana Kathryn is founder, publisher, editor, and mentor at Pages Promotions, LLC. She is also the host of a Michigan-based weekly,podcast program that spotlights independent authors and other people of the book; Indie Reads Aloud. Diana Kathryn believes in fostering a love for the written word in all its forms. Her love of literacy knows (almost) no bounds.
Diana Kathryn’s Muse, Drake, helps her with the tough stuff, quacking inspiration in her ear whenever she might need it. Their imaginations are fueled by an abundance of hot cocoa as they write together.
Diana Kathryn lives in SE Michigan with her dog Charlie. When not writing, she enjoys hiking; kayaking; escaping to her cabin in the woods to write; spending time with her son, Zachary, and the Indie Author Community, cheese in large quantities; chocolate; Carl Orff, and Mozart.
Diana Kathryn’s Muse, Drake, helps her with the tough stuff, quacking inspiration in her ear whenever she might need it. Their imaginations are fueled by an abundance of hot cocoa as they write together.
Diana Kathryn lives in SE Michigan with her dog Charlie. When not writing, she enjoys hiking; kayaking; escaping to her cabin in the woods to write; spending time with her son, Zachary, and the Indie Author Community, cheese in large quantities; chocolate; Carl Orff, and Mozart.
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March 24, 2021
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A very cute story that reads almost like a modern Divine Comedy. Instead of boring, stuffy Dante, we follow Raychel after she meets her demise...and she can test out both Heaven and Hell to see what suits her better. With a colorful cast of characters that act as her guides, Raychel reveals very intricate worlds that are fun to explore.
This one was a lot of fun to read and definitely had some thought-provoking scenes. An easy read, rather light so quick to consume and enjoy. :)
A very cute story that reads almost like a modern Divine Comedy. Instead of boring, stuffy Dante, we follow Raychel after she meets her demise...and she can test out both Heaven and Hell to see what suits her better. With a colorful cast of characters that act as her guides, Raychel reveals very intricate worlds that are fun to explore.
This one was a lot of fun to read and definitely had some thought-provoking scenes. An easy read, rather light so quick to consume and enjoy. :)
January 17, 2022
I'm always hesitant to read independently published works as they are either really good or the writing is simplistic, repetitive, and I end up questioning how the author thought their work was good enough to publish. Free Will is the first option.
From the first word, I was engrossed in the story of Raychel, a recently deceased woman who finds out that she must spend seven days in Heaven and seven days in Hell before she chooses where she would like to spend her afterlife. As I was reading, I was vacillating between where I wanted her to end up, and I was happy with her end decision. One of my favorite things about this book are the secondary characters. They all have such unique, larger than life personalities that make them stand out, but not outshine Raychel.
This is one of the most unique, thought provoking novels I've read in a long time. It's a light, easy read that makes you think about your own mortality and what you would choose if you were in Raychel's shoes. It's one part satire, one part romance, and all around entertaining.
From the first word, I was engrossed in the story of Raychel, a recently deceased woman who finds out that she must spend seven days in Heaven and seven days in Hell before she chooses where she would like to spend her afterlife. As I was reading, I was vacillating between where I wanted her to end up, and I was happy with her end decision. One of my favorite things about this book are the secondary characters. They all have such unique, larger than life personalities that make them stand out, but not outshine Raychel.
This is one of the most unique, thought provoking novels I've read in a long time. It's a light, easy read that makes you think about your own mortality and what you would choose if you were in Raychel's shoes. It's one part satire, one part romance, and all around entertaining.
February 9, 2022
This was a thought provoking book as well as a romance. The story has the main character living 7 days in heaven and 7 days in hell after death to make a choice on where to spend eternity. Neither place is as you would imagine. Great ending and unexpected.
November 13, 2014
This book was a very different perspective. Very interesting.
September 3, 2016
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I must admit, that at first, I was slightly skeptical about reading this book, but I never turn down an opportunity to read a new to me author. So, I started reading the book. At first, the story seemed a little crazy and slightly off to me, and it's for sure not something I have ever read before. This story has quite a unique twist to it. I was just as confused about the story as the character, Raychel, was. I was actually kind of confused and yet intrigued by it all. I know that this book is fiction, but it really got me thinking about the real Purgatory, Heaven, and Hell. This story reeled me in so much that I was hanging onto every written word on the turn of every page. I couldn't put this book down. This author is a pure genius and the story-line really kept me guessing. Everything I thought I had figured out was wrong as each turn of events were unraveled. I loved Raychel and her attitude toward everything she saw. Absolutely nothing kept her from seeking out answers, even though some of them were vague. This author did a fabulous job bringing this book to life and making me feel as if it was real and all the events that happened were real. As the events unfolded, I was able to have a vivid picture in my mind of what was happening. I must say 'BRAVO' to the author for writing such a captivating story. I believe that this book would be fun to watch on the big screen and deserves an award for its uniqueness and originality. This book not only gets my five book review, but a standing ovation too. I highly recommend this story to all adults. It's memorable and fun read.
I got a paperback copy of this book from the author at the Once Upon A Book Author Signing that was held in Michigan in August.
I must admit, that at first, I was slightly skeptical about reading this book, but I never turn down an opportunity to read a new to me author. So, I started reading the book. At first, the story seemed a little crazy and slightly off to me, and it's for sure not something I have ever read before. This story has quite a unique twist to it. I was just as confused about the story as the character, Raychel, was. I was actually kind of confused and yet intrigued by it all. I know that this book is fiction, but it really got me thinking about the real Purgatory, Heaven, and Hell. This story reeled me in so much that I was hanging onto every written word on the turn of every page. I couldn't put this book down. This author is a pure genius and the story-line really kept me guessing. Everything I thought I had figured out was wrong as each turn of events were unraveled. I loved Raychel and her attitude toward everything she saw. Absolutely nothing kept her from seeking out answers, even though some of them were vague. This author did a fabulous job bringing this book to life and making me feel as if it was real and all the events that happened were real. As the events unfolded, I was able to have a vivid picture in my mind of what was happening. I must say 'BRAVO' to the author for writing such a captivating story. I believe that this book would be fun to watch on the big screen and deserves an award for its uniqueness and originality. This book not only gets my five book review, but a standing ovation too. I highly recommend this story to all adults. It's memorable and fun read.
I got a paperback copy of this book from the author at the Once Upon A Book Author Signing that was held in Michigan in August.
February 10, 2015
I won this book from a Goodreads giveaway through the Firstreads program.
Thank you to the author for personally signing the book. It makes the book special.
This book had an interesting take on life after death and it was written in an easy to read format. It was quick to get through and somewhat fun to read. The story was a bit hard for me to believe though, and the characters were generic, in my opinion.
I'm not sure if I received an ARC copy, but there are quite a few writing errors in my copy.
Overall, I thought this book was OK and I would recommend it to anyone interested in a story about free will.
Thank you to the author for personally signing the book. It makes the book special.
This book had an interesting take on life after death and it was written in an easy to read format. It was quick to get through and somewhat fun to read. The story was a bit hard for me to believe though, and the characters were generic, in my opinion.
I'm not sure if I received an ARC copy, but there are quite a few writing errors in my copy.
Overall, I thought this book was OK and I would recommend it to anyone interested in a story about free will.
February 25, 2015
Not as much a plot-driven novel as the author's version of The Afterlife. The characters exist - even after death - to project the author's tongue-in-cheek description of Heaven and Hell ... and that other place. The book is an interesting exercise in re-defining...
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