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The Fixers of KarmaCorp #5
Shaman's Curse
Raven grew up tribal, and she's never forgotten it. She was sent by the grandmothers to serve those who have no tribe. To walk with the darkness. To use her Shaman Talent to balance those who walk in the light.
Which has never felt more important - because this time, the darkness comes for her friends. And for a certain golden-eyed teenager and the mother who isn't supposed to love her.
Raven has been waiting for this assignment. Expecting it. But even she wasn't expecting this.
Meet the Fixers of KarmaCorp. Their job is to work on behalf of greater good in the galaxy. Their challenge is to figure out what that means.
Shaman's Curse is the fifth book of the Fixers, an offbeat science fiction series in which nothing explodes, nobody is at war, and life gets pretty interesting anyhow. The series starts with Destiny’s Song, and reading them in order is a very good idea. :)
Which has never felt more important - because this time, the darkness comes for her friends. And for a certain golden-eyed teenager and the mother who isn't supposed to love her.
Raven has been waiting for this assignment. Expecting it. But even she wasn't expecting this.
Meet the Fixers of KarmaCorp. Their job is to work on behalf of greater good in the galaxy. Their challenge is to figure out what that means.
Shaman's Curse is the fifth book of the Fixers, an offbeat science fiction series in which nothing explodes, nobody is at war, and life gets pretty interesting anyhow. The series starts with Destiny’s Song, and reading them in order is a very good idea. :)
232 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 2, 2017
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Audrey Faye
44 books322 followersHas previously authored books under the name of Debora Geary.
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September 21, 2021
Raven's Story
Letricie "Raven" Ravencroft at age 11 had to make a life altering decision to make. Use her gifts to serve the people of her closed world, Quixal or leave to serve those without tribe. She chose to leave. When she met Izzy, Tee and Kish as tadpoles she knew that the choice she made was a good one.
Raven has watched her three best friends face challenges that made them stronger Fixers and that the Directors daughter, Tatianna, plays some part. Now it is her turn
Yesenia expects Raven to one day take her place. Raven, has been holding back. Taking the next step would force her to leave her friends behind and they are what ground her making leaving her world bearable.
Like her friends, Yesenia has given Raven a task that directly involves her with her daughter before sending her off on a mission that will test her Shaman. Raven has seen the darkness that is coming for Tatianna and forms a sister bond with her before leaving.
Raven's task is to determine if a new environmental space particle cleaner presents any dangers. Her contact, Sister Ellani Whitsong, a cultural historian, with powers similar to Ravens. Raven knows something is very wrong with the Harmonium. Through Ellani she gets help from a clan of Wanders on the near by space station. She learns of the nodes and finds a new understanding of the mother who she serves. The mother/node has an interest in what the Harmonium is cleaning up. The millions of weak talents or those with a small amount of potential are in danger. Raven with the help of Ellani and the Wanderers elders of Leonardo Space station will protect the mother/node and those who have no tribe
Loved Raven's story. Raven journey is spiritual and emotional. Not a stand alone series needs to be read in order. Rate PG-13
Letricie "Raven" Ravencroft at age 11 had to make a life altering decision to make. Use her gifts to serve the people of her closed world, Quixal or leave to serve those without tribe. She chose to leave. When she met Izzy, Tee and Kish as tadpoles she knew that the choice she made was a good one.
Raven has watched her three best friends face challenges that made them stronger Fixers and that the Directors daughter, Tatianna, plays some part. Now it is her turn
Yesenia expects Raven to one day take her place. Raven, has been holding back. Taking the next step would force her to leave her friends behind and they are what ground her making leaving her world bearable.
Like her friends, Yesenia has given Raven a task that directly involves her with her daughter before sending her off on a mission that will test her Shaman. Raven has seen the darkness that is coming for Tatianna and forms a sister bond with her before leaving.
Raven's task is to determine if a new environmental space particle cleaner presents any dangers. Her contact, Sister Ellani Whitsong, a cultural historian, with powers similar to Ravens. Raven knows something is very wrong with the Harmonium. Through Ellani she gets help from a clan of Wanders on the near by space station. She learns of the nodes and finds a new understanding of the mother who she serves. The mother/node has an interest in what the Harmonium is cleaning up. The millions of weak talents or those with a small amount of potential are in danger. Raven with the help of Ellani and the Wanderers elders of Leonardo Space station will protect the mother/node and those who have no tribe
Loved Raven's story. Raven journey is spiritual and emotional. Not a stand alone series needs to be read in order. Rate PG-13
February 22, 2018
Too heavy handed
I've enjoyed the other books in this series immensely, but this one disappoints. The readers are hit over the head repeatedly with "tribal" as though we wouldn't grasp the concept without it being force fed to us every other paragraph. I stopped counting the various iterations of the word at 95.... for a book this short (and not an anthropological study) that is absurd. Ms. Faye clearly didn't trust her readers to figure things out, not the first time she's done something similar (remember the overuse of "diggers" and "miners" in Kish's story?) but this is certainly the worst offender. I sincerely hope Ms. Faye finds more faith in her reader's ability to understand without being told outright.
I've enjoyed the other books in this series immensely, but this one disappoints. The readers are hit over the head repeatedly with "tribal" as though we wouldn't grasp the concept without it being force fed to us every other paragraph. I stopped counting the various iterations of the word at 95.... for a book this short (and not an anthropological study) that is absurd. Ms. Faye clearly didn't trust her readers to figure things out, not the first time she's done something similar (remember the overuse of "diggers" and "miners" in Kish's story?) but this is certainly the worst offender. I sincerely hope Ms. Faye finds more faith in her reader's ability to understand without being told outright.
July 13, 2017
For some reason it took me ages to get past the first five chapters, but once I did, I gobbled the rest up in two days flat! So I think it had more to do with having to be in the right mood, than with the book itself.
Because once Raven reached Elleni I was hooked. I loved reading more about how the tribes work and the instant feeling of welcome offered to Raven. I could appreciate the spiritual side of things, even when not subscribing to the "religion" thus described. The emotions were still something I could relate to.
Not the best Fixer novel, but certainly not the worst either. I really like Raven and her fiercely protective personality.
Because once Raven reached Elleni I was hooked. I loved reading more about how the tribes work and the instant feeling of welcome offered to Raven. I could appreciate the spiritual side of things, even when not subscribing to the "religion" thus described. The emotions were still something I could relate to.
Not the best Fixer novel, but certainly not the worst either. I really like Raven and her fiercely protective personality.
May 17, 2020
Journeys
I have read four books about four women. Frequently, once you have done that, you find that you basically have one woman with four different names and that's all. In this series, you have deeply detailed stories about four entirely different women. These stories lead your heart down an incredible path. I am not sure whether I have ever encountered an author with such prowess. I can only recommend every book in this series with enough emphasis to make you set everything aside to dive deep inside right NOW.
I have read four books about four women. Frequently, once you have done that, you find that you basically have one woman with four different names and that's all. In this series, you have deeply detailed stories about four entirely different women. These stories lead your heart down an incredible path. I am not sure whether I have ever encountered an author with such prowess. I can only recommend every book in this series with enough emphasis to make you set everything aside to dive deep inside right NOW.
June 21, 2017
Out of the quartet of tight-knit friends, we start to learn more about the Shaman of the group. It's very interesting learning how she sees the "woo" and the threads that connect us. And how she feels at home with nature and being by herself, but is also comforted by being around her tribe. This was an excellent addition to this series. It combines fantasy and soft sci-fi. I think mostly women would find a connection to this book. As it is quite spiritual in ways.
February 6, 2017
Another great read wrapped up in kindness and a philosophy of goodness and meaning with characters we would all wish to be our sisters and friends. Brava and thank you.
Can't wait for the next adventure. Meanwhile back to my beloved witches one more time. Still missing updates on those dear friends.
Can't wait for the next adventure. Meanwhile back to my beloved witches one more time. Still missing updates on those dear friends.
February 1, 2021
Excellent
It’s not every book that ends by giving the reader a huge sigh of satisfaction. This is one of the rare ones, perhaps even rarer in that it’s the second to last in the series and most authors would save perfection for the last book. Looking forward to reading it and seeing how much further the author can go.
It’s not every book that ends by giving the reader a huge sigh of satisfaction. This is one of the rare ones, perhaps even rarer in that it’s the second to last in the series and most authors would save perfection for the last book. Looking forward to reading it and seeing how much further the author can go.
February 22, 2017
Lovely
I love the gentle spirits in these stories. I've read most of this authors books even under her other name and I enjoy them all. I have never experienced the type of family/friendships she writes about but it sounds lovely.
I love the gentle spirits in these stories. I've read most of this authors books even under her other name and I enjoy them all. I have never experienced the type of family/friendships she writes about but it sounds lovely.
May 27, 2017
Fixers
I really enjoyed reading a story that spoke about a higher power and how some feel above it and therefore disregard it. The idea of belonging to a tribe, a family, is what this book made important. Way to go!
I really enjoyed reading a story that spoke about a higher power and how some feel above it and therefore disregard it. The idea of belonging to a tribe, a family, is what this book made important. Way to go!
July 18, 2017
These characters are so rich, the type of people you want to have in real life. Filled with internal strength these characters grow in ways we can all relate to less the outer space travel and magic😉.
May 18, 2019
The series suspenseful continues
The KarmaCorp series continues with Raven's story in Shaman's Curse. Audrey Gaye continues to lay down more layers in her fascination world. The story kept me entranced.
The KarmaCorp series continues with Raven's story in Shaman's Curse. Audrey Gaye continues to lay down more layers in her fascination world. The story kept me entranced.
October 6, 2021
Didn't disappoint
Audrey Faye has done it again! This book is no. 5 in the KarmaCorp series & it's just as good as the first 4. It draws you, takes you on a wonderful journey & feeds your soul.
Do yourself a favour & read this series
Audrey Faye has done it again! This book is no. 5 in the KarmaCorp series & it's just as good as the first 4. It draws you, takes you on a wonderful journey & feeds your soul.
Do yourself a favour & read this series
September 1, 2017
Wow, just wow!!
The next breath taking book of the series. Last one coming up. Boy, I just love these girls. Audrey, you do some good work. Can't get enough
The next breath taking book of the series. Last one coming up. Boy, I just love these girls. Audrey, you do some good work. Can't get enough
March 31, 2018
Tears for fears
This one broke my heart. Mended it. Brought me solace. Made me remember to breathe. Released me from too much certainty. Helped with grief. Thank you.
This one broke my heart. Mended it. Brought me solace. Made me remember to breathe. Released me from too much certainty. Helped with grief. Thank you.
July 17, 2019
Blasted through this entire series in a weekend! Couldn't put the books down. I may need to get these books to keep in my library, I enjoyed them that much!
March 17, 2017
So good!
I have to say, I've enjoyed Raven's story most of all of the Fixers. It has opened up some intrigue about other key characters that I would love to see stories about.
I have to say, I've enjoyed Raven's story most of all of the Fixers. It has opened up some intrigue about other key characters that I would love to see stories about.
March 6, 2017
I love Audrey Fayes books..I don't write very good reviews but if you like science fiction I think you will
Enjoy these. Too bad I can't get this to go back to edit. I read all 5 books in this series in a week, they are hard to put down . Purchased the rest of Audrey's books and I am going to start reading them asap.
Enjoy these. Too bad I can't get this to go back to edit. I read all 5 books in this series in a week, they are hard to put down . Purchased the rest of Audrey's books and I am going to start reading them asap.
February 19, 2017
Something bad is coming in the dark, coming for the four chosen to serve, coming for the one who sacrificed for love, coming for the one they all shield. But first, the last of the four must be prepared. Must learn that she is a part of a bigger tribe than she realizes. Must learn that to serve sometimes means making choices that seem rebellious and defiant. Raven's tale, like those of her sisters before her, is told in Audrey's sensitiveand wise voice and is one from which we can all learn. We are not solo fliers in this world we call home; we are part of a tribe called humanity and we need to live with the full knowledge that what we choose will impact that tribe as much as it impacts us. Beautiful story!!
February 6, 2017
With every book in this series, I'm always left thinking more than I should, feeling more than I should, the emotions I feel are undesirable. The way this author writes, it's almost poetic. You feel like you're a dandelion seed floating on the wind, a leaf floating along in the stream, a falling snowflake that just goes for the ride. But it feels more spiritual than it should. But it isn't a spiritual read at all. You're a bit baffled at why you feel so light yet thoughtful yet this or that. This series is pretty unique. I never have come across another series like this before. Not even others this author has written. It's just THIS series that makes me feel this way.
This time, we follow Raven on her own journey to figure out yet another problem that is given to her as a job and to fix it. But after wrapping up her case, she comes away with a deeper understanding of who she is and how everyone is connected. So did I. With this unraveling mystery, Raven realizes that there is something deeper at work that is yet to come that will challenge her and her fixer friends. So did I.
For some reason, I found myself wondering, who is the father of Titania? Will that come into play or not? What is going on? I feel extremely bittersweet about Titania and her mother, Yesenia. Like Raven, we understand why they are kept apart, however it hurts the heart to know that they have to stay apart. A mother and daughter should be together. I can't wait to see how this ends in the next and final book that will feature Titania. I hope that at the end, her and her mother will finally "reunite" in the way they always wished to be.
I can't wait.
This time, we follow Raven on her own journey to figure out yet another problem that is given to her as a job and to fix it. But after wrapping up her case, she comes away with a deeper understanding of who she is and how everyone is connected. So did I. With this unraveling mystery, Raven realizes that there is something deeper at work that is yet to come that will challenge her and her fixer friends. So did I.
For some reason, I found myself wondering, who is the father of Titania? Will that come into play or not? What is going on? I feel extremely bittersweet about Titania and her mother, Yesenia. Like Raven, we understand why they are kept apart, however it hurts the heart to know that they have to stay apart. A mother and daughter should be together. I can't wait to see how this ends in the next and final book that will feature Titania. I hope that at the end, her and her mother will finally "reunite" in the way they always wished to be.
I can't wait.
February 18, 2017
I generally enjoy Faye's writing and finish her books within a day or two, but I just wasn't into this one. The storyline felt kind of squishy and unclear (especially the technology and the "woo"), and there was a lot of repetition throughout. All the mentions of mothers and grandmothers were also just too much for me to deal with at the moment.
Still planning to finish the rest of the series and looking forward to seeing how it all ties up.
Still planning to finish the rest of the series and looking forward to seeing how it all ties up.
February 13, 2017
Relentlessly Good
If you like stories with compassion, strength of character, deep feelings. You will enjoy Audrey Faye's books. I inevitably run to buy the newest book whenever it comes out. I have never been disappointed. This one is about the girl who is thought of as the shaman of the group. As all the Fixers do, she has gone to fix the problem.
Once again the adventure begins, and although the ending is good , she makes you want for more.
If you like stories with compassion, strength of character, deep feelings. You will enjoy Audrey Faye's books. I inevitably run to buy the newest book whenever it comes out. I have never been disappointed. This one is about the girl who is thought of as the shaman of the group. As all the Fixers do, she has gone to fix the problem.
Once again the adventure begins, and although the ending is good , she makes you want for more.
February 15, 2017
I am really happy this isn't the last book in the series.
February 11, 2017
Lovely and heartwarming
The kind of story that speaks to needs of the spirit and life affirming values, while still being interesting and entertaining. This is a great series with strong female characters, who are all engaged in fighting a good fight. We could use an army of fixers in real life. This book is my favorite. Good writing with great character and world development. A quick and easy read that left me feeling happy and satisfied.
The kind of story that speaks to needs of the spirit and life affirming values, while still being interesting and entertaining. This is a great series with strong female characters, who are all engaged in fighting a good fight. We could use an army of fixers in real life. This book is my favorite. Good writing with great character and world development. A quick and easy read that left me feeling happy and satisfied.
February 8, 2017
Lovely Story!
Yet another wonderful addition to this series. My only issue is the underdeveloped details regarding the technology discussed and the issues surrounding it and the overly detailed and repetitive descriptions of her connectedness to her friends, Mother, etc. But wouldn't kick her off my kindle for it! :-)
Yet another wonderful addition to this series. My only issue is the underdeveloped details regarding the technology discussed and the issues surrounding it and the overly detailed and repetitive descriptions of her connectedness to her friends, Mother, etc. But wouldn't kick her off my kindle for it! :-)
October 18, 2022
Ratings - completed series:
#1 Destiny's Song: ★★★★☆
#2 Grower's Omen: ★★★★☆
#3 Star Stories: ★★★★☆
#4 Fortune's Dance: ★★★★☆
#5 Shaman's Curse (this book): ★★★★☆
#6 Daughter's Need: ★★★★☆
#7 Star Stories - Epilogues: ★★★★☆
#1 Destiny's Song: ★★★★☆
#2 Grower's Omen: ★★★★☆
#3 Star Stories: ★★★★☆
#4 Fortune's Dance: ★★★★☆
#5 Shaman's Curse (this book): ★★★★☆
#6 Daughter's Need: ★★★★☆
#7 Star Stories - Epilogues: ★★★★☆
February 6, 2017
A great addition to the series
Can't wait for the final book...I will have to check out some of her other books while I am waiting.
Can't wait for the final book...I will have to check out some of her other books while I am waiting.
May 2, 2017
Wonderfully written and engaging story of Raven, and her journey. Love this series and am looking forward to Tatiana's story !
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