Unwanted Dreams

by Elizabeth Parker

Unwanted Dreams. Alexandra had married the man of her dreams and they had their whole life ahead of them. They had a wonderful marriage, a beautiful house and essentially they could not be happier. Things were falling into place as intended, until one beautiful evening turned devastatingly tragic. The catastrophic events that transpired ensured that none of their lives would ever be the same. Faced with an impossible moral decision, Alex had to make a choice that would come back to haunt her in years to come, once again forcing her to tempt the hands of fate. How does a random murder shatter the many lives of those within the killer's path? How do you pick up the pieces of your life when unforeseen circumstances alter your future forever? Unwanted Dreams provides just the right amount of twists and turns, leaving the reader in suspense, pondering the following How strong is the bond that exists between family and how far would you be willing to go to save your own?

Genres: Thriller, Suspense

286 pages, Kindle Edition

First published June 2, 2010

About the author

Author of Dog Books and Thrillers!
I'm an author with a deep passion for storytelling and a profound love for animals. Over the past two decades, I've immersed myself in writing, exploring various genres ranging from dog books to thrillers and suspenseful romance novels. My writing journey has been a reflection of my curiosity and creativity.
My affinity for animals permeates throughout my work, infusing each story with warmth, authenticity, and empathy. Whether I'm weaving tales of canine companionship or crafting intricate plots filled with mystery and suspense, my love for animals serves as a driving force behind my storytelling. I draw inspiration from my observations of animal behavior and my genuine connection with them, striving to create characters that resonate with readers on a profound level.
Beyond my writing, I am deeply committed to animal welfare causes, using my platform to advocate for the well-being and protection of all creatures. From volunteering at local shelters to participating in fundraising events, I'm dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of animals everywhere whenever time permits.
I hope to inspire compassion, empathy, and positive change in the hearts and minds of readers!
Personal Interests:
When I'm not lost in the world of writing, I enjoy spending time outdoors, taking long walks with my beloved dogs for inspiration.

Books:
Throughout my career, I've penned over 20 books:


Unwanted Dreams
Phobia
Evil's Door
Faces of Deception
Occupational Hazard-Perfect Lies
Finally Home: Lessons on Life from a Free-Spirited Dog
Final Journey: Buddys' Book
My Dog Does That!
Paw Prints in the Sand
Paw Prints in the Sand: Mission
Accomplished
Hearts of Gold
Bark Out Loud!
Fur-Baby's Keepsake Book
Dog Book: It's All About the Dogs
Dogs Behaving Badly
Goldie: A Day in the Life of a Blind Dog
"Purr" Baby's Mementos Book
Passionate
Reflections on Life, Love, and Dogs
Silly Pups Coloring Book
Love of Dogs Journal – with Quotes!
The Light at the End of the Tunnel
Pet’s Medical Journal
Cypress Cove
Peace, Love, Paws
Virtuous Victory
Blaze of Fury
Silent Redemption

Reviews

[Stacy LVPetScene · Rating 5 out of 5]

THOROUGHLY ENJOYED!! I loved this book! I didn’t want to put it down… anxious to find out what was going to happen next. The plot was very intriguing and had you guessing all the way through. Elizabeth did such a great job by putting you in the heads of these characters! Definitely recommend this book!!

[Lynda Kelly · Rating 4 out of 5]

This wasn't without its mistakes but was still a very good story indeed and one I didn't want to put down (unlike the most recent Patricia Cornwell one I read)!!
Alex and her husband Jack had a life others could only dream of. Good jobs, great health, etc...then it's all ruined in one traumatic night.
I liked the way the author built up the story and what we we learning about Jack. So it made later events pretty unexpected. Cleverly done.
I like that she used her own photography on the cover-good for her-and that proceeds of her books go to doggie-based charities.
The mistakes did let it down, though, and cost it the 5 stars for me. "Him room in shambles" isn't terrific then this line-"...he gave her a big"......WHAT ?? Then "She them to a fifteen-by-fifteen". Words just dropped and you have to guess the missing one !
Of course, being an e-book there were the usual apostrophe errors and speechmarks also missing or where they weren't needed.
A couple of lines spoken by a 15 year old didn't ring true to me, either. They weren't words a person of that age would have used to my way of thinking and nauseous isn't spelt nauseas.
I cried near the ending, I must admit, and again AT the ending. I'd certainly read more by her and would recommend this despite the irritating mistakes.

[Sheila Myers · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is yet another amazing book by Elizabeth Parker. Adding her own twists to the crime fiction genre, Elizabeth has created a tale of a family and a serial killer that will keep you reading. She uses the mysterious bond between twins, the abuse suffered during the early childhood of a serial killer, and the love of family to present a story of crime and of love lost and found only to be lost once again. The mind and motivation of the killer is presented in a way that might get people to take a slightly different view of some murderers. This is one crime novel that does not get over-burdened with the forensics and law enforcement lingo which makes it an easy read. The way Elizabeth focuses mainly on the family and the killer creates a story that effectively weaves together both love and hate, good and evil. Anyone who wants a story that will be exciting and move your emotions should read this book.

[Shelly Hammond · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wow! That is the first word that pops into my head upon finishing this book. I had no idea what an incredible story I was going to be embarking on when I first started reading. At first this book leads you in one direction, begins going in a different direction, and before you know it the story branches off in a completely unexpected way yet wraps itself up neatly at the end coming full circle tying up every last detail perfectly. Character development was spot on as well. You really felt like you grew with the characters as they developed and cared about what happened to each and every one of them, whether for them or against them. The very last line in the book left me with a tear in my eye (or perhaps a few dozen tears).

I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to just about anyone. I am looking forward to reading more by this author.

[Mg2765 · Rating 3 out of 5]

The plot of this book is very good and kept me interested and involved. However, I don't like her writing style. It's simplistic and too much in a written word style, which makes the dialogue seem wooden and fake, as real people don't speak like that. The style was a bit distracting to me, but if you can get past that, the story was great.

[Mary · Rating 2 out of 5]

I would have enjoyed the book more if it were not for the style of writing. I was as if it were written by a person in high school, especially the first part. The style of writing was way too simplistic and boring. The second part was better. Did have a good plot and suspenseful.

[Franki Demerle · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great plot exploring the phenomenon of shared dreaming.