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Doc
Here at the end of the world, could there still be something left to hope for?
Emporium is in ruins and so is Dr. Atul Sardana’s life. With thoughts of the people he’s lost and the lifelong scientific passions he’s failed at whirling in his mind, the man known mostly as Doc is taken in by his brother, Avi, and his brother’s head scientist, London. Doc has every intention of ending his own life, but with Avi, London, and a bodyguard preventing him from doing so, he finds another way to punish himself. Having avoided taking drugs his whole life, he decides to start trying out all of them. Instead of meeting resistance, his companions consider it a good idea and join in.
After a lifetime of pushing people away, drugs start giving Atul a way to let people in. In his brother, he sees remnants the young man who helped him when he needed it most, and with London, he starts to give in to a romantic spark that has been waiting for him for years.
But the world won’t allow Atul to heal for long. News reaches them that there is a poisonous fog taking over the southern reaches of the planet, and it’s swiftly moving northward. Their labs are sent a sample of the poison, but can they work quickly enough to save the world?
Emporium is in ruins and so is Dr. Atul Sardana’s life. With thoughts of the people he’s lost and the lifelong scientific passions he’s failed at whirling in his mind, the man known mostly as Doc is taken in by his brother, Avi, and his brother’s head scientist, London. Doc has every intention of ending his own life, but with Avi, London, and a bodyguard preventing him from doing so, he finds another way to punish himself. Having avoided taking drugs his whole life, he decides to start trying out all of them. Instead of meeting resistance, his companions consider it a good idea and join in.
After a lifetime of pushing people away, drugs start giving Atul a way to let people in. In his brother, he sees remnants the young man who helped him when he needed it most, and with London, he starts to give in to a romantic spark that has been waiting for him for years.
But the world won’t allow Atul to heal for long. News reaches them that there is a poisonous fog taking over the southern reaches of the planet, and it’s swiftly moving northward. Their labs are sent a sample of the poison, but can they work quickly enough to save the world?
385 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 7, 2020
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About the author
Rowan Massey
4 books24 followersI no longer write under this name, nor do I stand by some of the content of the novels I wrote using it. For that reason they are no longer for sale.
I especially regret the contents of Sick & Tragic Bastard Son. It was insensitively written and badly marketed. I'm not against "taking" books without explicit permission since it makes them accessible, but please refrain from taking Bastard Son. Thank you!
I especially regret the contents of Sick & Tragic Bastard Son. It was insensitively written and badly marketed. I'm not against "taking" books without explicit permission since it makes them accessible, but please refrain from taking Bastard Son. Thank you!
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February 9, 2020
I had to prepare myself for this one. The two previous stories had an unbelievable impact on me.
Doc/Atul is devastated after finding his precious boy at the slaughter field.
He couldn’t save him after all. Guilt is taking over and he wants to end it.
The only other solution would be, using drugs as a tribute to his boys and all those other souls. It was either drugs or suicide.
“Oblivion.”
Avi’s right-hand scientist London expresses his feelings for Atul. I’m not sure it was the right time to do. Avi and London hover around him.
A’s B’s and the whole drug alphabet passed by. For every situation, there is a letter.
A few different projects are of importance in this story.
With Atul getting more intimate with London we get to know Doc more intimate and I tell you there’s a lot to know!
Doc was more approachable, maybe because of London. When they finally became one it was an experience to remember.
There are questions about Avi and what he’s up to.
When Doc got to know what was happening in Antarctica he has a new goal even it’s a temporary one. He understands it’s huge, world-destroying threatening huge.
And last but not least there is their dad. Dang!
Halfway through this story, I got a bit lost, because of all different events, I had to concentrate on too many things and for me, it was a bit confusing. I wasn’t sure if I liked the turn in this story. I set my tooth in it and did read further. Later on, it got better thank fuck.
In some way, Doc could redeem and lift himself from all the guilt. I was so happy for him! Thank goodness London was with him.
There is so much going on. I just can’t put it in order. Just read it yourself!
This author is a master in creating a gritty, depressing atmosphere and dark environments. The feelings are awful palpable. This story felt a bit like a black hole, swallowing everything in its center.
A one of a kind series!
I understand if my review doesn’t make sense. I feel quite incapable to review this series
‘A Letter from the Author’ at the end was something I needed desperately. Without this I think I’d quit, now I want to read the final one. I’ll hold you to your promise!
Doc/Atul is devastated after finding his precious boy at the slaughter field.
He couldn’t save him after all. Guilt is taking over and he wants to end it.
The only other solution would be, using drugs as a tribute to his boys and all those other souls. It was either drugs or suicide.
“Oblivion.”
Avi’s right-hand scientist London expresses his feelings for Atul. I’m not sure it was the right time to do. Avi and London hover around him.
A’s B’s and the whole drug alphabet passed by. For every situation, there is a letter.
A few different projects are of importance in this story.
With Atul getting more intimate with London we get to know Doc more intimate and I tell you there’s a lot to know!
Doc was more approachable, maybe because of London. When they finally became one it was an experience to remember.
There are questions about Avi and what he’s up to.
When Doc got to know what was happening in Antarctica he has a new goal even it’s a temporary one. He understands it’s huge, world-destroying threatening huge.
And last but not least there is their dad. Dang!
Halfway through this story, I got a bit lost, because of all different events, I had to concentrate on too many things and for me, it was a bit confusing. I wasn’t sure if I liked the turn in this story. I set my tooth in it and did read further. Later on, it got better thank fuck.
In some way, Doc could redeem and lift himself from all the guilt. I was so happy for him! Thank goodness London was with him.
There is so much going on. I just can’t put it in order. Just read it yourself!
This author is a master in creating a gritty, depressing atmosphere and dark environments. The feelings are awful palpable. This story felt a bit like a black hole, swallowing everything in its center.
A one of a kind series!
I understand if my review doesn’t make sense. I feel quite incapable to review this series
‘A Letter from the Author’ at the end was something I needed desperately. Without this I think I’d quit, now I want to read the final one. I’ll hold you to your promise!
February 5, 2020
I continue to be blown away with how addictive (see what I did there) the world of this series is. Doc's story just drew me in deeper into this place where drugs seem to be the answer to what ails you, the complex interactions between these engaging characters and their struggles made Doc a page-turning read.
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
*I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this book*
March 14, 2020
Review by Gloria Lakritz Sr Reviewer & Review Chair
5*****Stars
Book: Doc
Series: Such a Colorful Feeling Book #3
Author: Rowan Massey
Genre: LBGTQ Dystopian Fantasy
Publisher: Rowan Massey
Release Date: Feb 7 2020
Pages: 385
*author note.. This is a dark series that doesn’t hold back on the tragedy. You have been warned. Although other books in this series fit the romance genre, this one does not. None of them can be read as a stand-alone novel.
As the review chair for a book guild, we get submissions from many authors. My reviewers get to pick what they wish and can return if they feel uncomfortable with any book. Some see triggers, some worry after reading the blurb. I on the other hand read everything and thank goodness for that! If that had been the case I would have missed something very special.
I have read Ozzy and Wally’s books and have had many reactions to these stories. I couldn’t wait to read this from Doc’s POV. I knew it would be tough. But Doc’s book has opened more feelings than I would ever imagine….Kudos to his author.
Atul nee Doc now becomes a zombie. He has been against the drugs as he tries to work with some of the kids in emporium …we learn he has lost much, he is a very complicated person and now wishes Oblivion after finding Wally dead on the field. His brother Avi brings him back to the city, and with London Avi’s assistant begin the alphabet of drugs with Doc to try and help him overcome his loss. This is the most loving part of the series as Atul and London find each other, and we now learn all the deepest secrets Doc has. Wow what a read…After 3 books our author lets us love Doc…….and Doc is humanized……
But alas, again our authors warning comes to speed and we are left bereft, stunned you must read this…..The Pandemic comes as a poisonous cloud!
Book #4 will be Jace’s POV…Rowan….Save me…..having nightmares
5*****Stars
Book: Doc
Series: Such a Colorful Feeling Book #3
Author: Rowan Massey
Genre: LBGTQ Dystopian Fantasy
Publisher: Rowan Massey
Release Date: Feb 7 2020
Pages: 385
*author note.. This is a dark series that doesn’t hold back on the tragedy. You have been warned. Although other books in this series fit the romance genre, this one does not. None of them can be read as a stand-alone novel.
As the review chair for a book guild, we get submissions from many authors. My reviewers get to pick what they wish and can return if they feel uncomfortable with any book. Some see triggers, some worry after reading the blurb. I on the other hand read everything and thank goodness for that! If that had been the case I would have missed something very special.
I have read Ozzy and Wally’s books and have had many reactions to these stories. I couldn’t wait to read this from Doc’s POV. I knew it would be tough. But Doc’s book has opened more feelings than I would ever imagine….Kudos to his author.
Atul nee Doc now becomes a zombie. He has been against the drugs as he tries to work with some of the kids in emporium …we learn he has lost much, he is a very complicated person and now wishes Oblivion after finding Wally dead on the field. His brother Avi brings him back to the city, and with London Avi’s assistant begin the alphabet of drugs with Doc to try and help him overcome his loss. This is the most loving part of the series as Atul and London find each other, and we now learn all the deepest secrets Doc has. Wow what a read…After 3 books our author lets us love Doc…….and Doc is humanized……
But alas, again our authors warning comes to speed and we are left bereft, stunned you must read this…..The Pandemic comes as a poisonous cloud!
Book #4 will be Jace’s POV…Rowan….Save me…..having nightmares
February 7, 2020
I knew this was going to be a difficult read but I hadn't expected to start crying while reading the first page, though I should have known better considering I was already invested in the characters from the previous books. There's some emotional reprieve throughout the story but it was heartbreaking to a point that, for me, it was cathartic.
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