Evangeline: Pilot Episode: Gothic Mistress Of The Dead

by John E Kelley Sr

This is the pilot episode of the Evangeline series. Evangeline is a young beautiful Gothic woman with some paranormal abilities. She is a grief counselor who works with a number of clients, who seek her help. She specializes in patients who recently lost a loved one. She comforts them in their time of need and helps them move on with their shattered lives. She was also born with a gift that involves the dead.

Follow this exciting series and learn more about Evangeline's other special paranormal abilities. Each episode will be jam packed with romance, mystery and action as you follow the life of this Gothic Mistress Of The Dead.

10 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 4, 2014

Reviews

[Emma · Rating 4 out of 5]

This review is from: Evangeline: Pilot Episode: Gothic Mistress
Of The Dead (Kindle Edition)
(I do no leave a review until I have read two times.it's just a thing with me to ensure I've read correctly. I read the first for pleasure then re-read with the idea of reviewing)
Star rating = 4.
I can't give it any less than this, it truly does pique the readers interest leaving a feeling to the character of Evangeline and a curiosity as to her further depths. In just a few short pages we learn of her beauty, her style and an unexplored gentle kindness to her personality.
The descriptive portrayal of her 'client' I like.
I also like the simplicity of this scene and the possibilities it portrays.
The fact that stops this from reaching 5 stars is probably unfounded. The 'client' and I'm sorry to consistently refer to her this way but her name escapes me. I can picture her azure eyes and the semblance of a woman whose beauty is still evident despite her advanced years, but for some reason her name escapes me, I do think it's something like Mary but I'm not sure why....
Anyway, she comments on going to meet her vampire nephew. This for me is where I've cut out a star. The whole thing is written well but their are two thoughts that come to mind as a reader. Firstly, and actually least importantly, is the unusualness of stating vampire nephew as opposed to just nephew, it feels a little odd to me. I do however see the point as it hints at what's to come.
The second issue I held was the"No! Not another tru blood" I admit that this thought holds it basis purely on a beautiful medium/psychic and the mention of a vampire but the thought is still there.
For me personally it leaves me at something of a crossroads. I enjoyed the taster of Evangeline's character and would enjoy the development of her, however that nightly doubt I mentioned above is still there demanding refusal at an overplayed plot line.
As the two points fight it out a decision is made to purchase the next book, to hope my fears where unfounded and to give Mr Kelley a chance without me completely disregarding what has the 'bones' of great writing and character development.

[Julie Powell · Rating 3 out of 5]

I downloaded the Evangeline series because it was free and I like to support independent authors - I understand the struggle.

Although I think this needs some work, it is imaginative and hones in on a popular idea and for those who enjoy this genre would appreciate the beginnings of this story.

I give it three stars because it does need work in several areas but yes, it was an okay read and others may like to give it a chance.

[Dianna · Rating 4 out of 5]

great start

This is a wonderful prelude to a potentially exciting series.just enough to introduce the main character and give you a look at and into her. It's definitely worth the quick read to set up the stories ahead and get your attention so you want to read more. Highly recommended

[Serena · Rating 2 out of 5]

A lot of grammar errors, and sometimes needless/repetitive description.
Evangeline is a Gothic grief counselor working only by night who is also a medium, she briefly contacts the husband of Mary from the beyond before Halloween.