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The Devil's Due
Jen Connor has withstood violent rape, a near-fatal illness, the loss of a husband, and the smashing of all her dreams. But that was only the beginning. Unappeased, fate has dealt her a new set of challenges. As she rises from the ashes to achieve renown in the theatrical world, she must face what awaits her in Los powerful, vindictive former in-laws who are determined to fight for custody of Jen's young son at all costs. What she doesn't know is that an ancient enemy will surface, firing her desire for retribution. She has an arsenal of formidable friends-a Russian ballet instructor with shadowy contacts, an acid-tongued critic, a new man in her life, and a long-lost sister. Together they stand against Jen's adversaries, but will they be enough?
214 pages, Paperback
First published October 20, 2010
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December 14, 2010
The Devil’s Due – Review by Martha A. Cheves, Author of Stir, Laugh, Repeat
“I can’t coat this with sugar. Judy has seen Sherry.” “Wh-where?” “In Beverly Hills. I tell her this woman must be someone who only looks like Sherry, but she insists she is positive. I try to convince her she must let this go, but she doesn’t listen and goes back to make sure – did I tell you she saw her in beauty salon?” I felt like someone had delivered a knockout punch to my stomach. “No – a salon? How –“ “Judy sees her there first time when Brad treats her to a day at spa, but she was not sure it was Sherry. After we talk, she makes appointment for facial with the woman who now calls herself Cher. You know Judy. She finds out much information and observes woman up close. Of course, woman does not know who Judy is. Jen, I might doubt this story if I heard from anyone else. But, not from Judy. Then, she calls yesterday. She is frightened – she has fantasy about how to kill Sherry.”
In Devil’s Dance, Jen is kidnapped, beaten and left for dead all due to her “friend” Sherry. Now Sherry has surfaced and due to the pain she was responsible for being inflicted on Jen as well as Jen’s sister Judy, revenge must be carried out. But by who? Nadya still has connections with “people” in Russia who will carry out anything requested for a price. But first there has to be proof that this woman really is Sherry and that’s when the bomb is dropped. Sherry had a twin sister Cher. And when I say “had” that is due to the fact that one of these two women has been reported missing for years. So, do they seek revenge on the right twin?
The Devil’s Due has been just as exciting as Devil’s Dance. It’s kept me in suspense from page 1 as it continued the story of Jenny Conner in her attempt to bring her life back together and do the only thing she has ever wanted to do – dance. In Devil’s Dance, Jen flees her in-laws as they try to take her son PJ from her. Now she will come face to face with them in their attempt to proceed with the custody fight. But both have friends in high places which takes the battle down to who has the most friends and influence. I do recommend both books, Devil’s Dance and The Devil’s Due and read in that order. I don’t believe you will be disappointed.
2010
L & L Dreamspell
209 pages
ISBN# 978-1-60318-234-8
Review Stir, Laugh, Repeat at Amazon.com Stir, Laugh, Repeat
“I can’t coat this with sugar. Judy has seen Sherry.” “Wh-where?” “In Beverly Hills. I tell her this woman must be someone who only looks like Sherry, but she insists she is positive. I try to convince her she must let this go, but she doesn’t listen and goes back to make sure – did I tell you she saw her in beauty salon?” I felt like someone had delivered a knockout punch to my stomach. “No – a salon? How –“ “Judy sees her there first time when Brad treats her to a day at spa, but she was not sure it was Sherry. After we talk, she makes appointment for facial with the woman who now calls herself Cher. You know Judy. She finds out much information and observes woman up close. Of course, woman does not know who Judy is. Jen, I might doubt this story if I heard from anyone else. But, not from Judy. Then, she calls yesterday. She is frightened – she has fantasy about how to kill Sherry.”
In Devil’s Dance, Jen is kidnapped, beaten and left for dead all due to her “friend” Sherry. Now Sherry has surfaced and due to the pain she was responsible for being inflicted on Jen as well as Jen’s sister Judy, revenge must be carried out. But by who? Nadya still has connections with “people” in Russia who will carry out anything requested for a price. But first there has to be proof that this woman really is Sherry and that’s when the bomb is dropped. Sherry had a twin sister Cher. And when I say “had” that is due to the fact that one of these two women has been reported missing for years. So, do they seek revenge on the right twin?
The Devil’s Due has been just as exciting as Devil’s Dance. It’s kept me in suspense from page 1 as it continued the story of Jenny Conner in her attempt to bring her life back together and do the only thing she has ever wanted to do – dance. In Devil’s Dance, Jen flees her in-laws as they try to take her son PJ from her. Now she will come face to face with them in their attempt to proceed with the custody fight. But both have friends in high places which takes the battle down to who has the most friends and influence. I do recommend both books, Devil’s Dance and The Devil’s Due and read in that order. I don’t believe you will be disappointed.
2010
L & L Dreamspell
209 pages
ISBN# 978-1-60318-234-8
Review Stir, Laugh, Repeat at Amazon.com Stir, Laugh, Repeat
September 10, 2015
The Devil’s Due, by Arliss Adams, is a follow-up story of the book, Devil’s Dance. The story reveals what happens to Jen Conner after her horrible experiences in book one. It is filled with visions of a haunting past, and embarks on a future filled with a mixture of horror and delight. Such a wide gamut of emotions and experiences fill this book. I found it interesting and couldn’t wait to find out the conclusion to Jen’s story, but was somewhat distracted by the story changing points of view with so many different characters. I’m not saying it wasn’t a captivating story, just that the POV changes took the reader away (a little) from becoming fully engrossed in Jen’s perspective.
Although the conclusion was not what I’d expected or secretly hoped for, it was like viewing a gruesome scene in a movie—you cover your eyes, not wanting to watch, but you’re compelled to peek through your fingers at the horrific sight.
I found each character easy to relate to. One of the shining stars, in my mind anyway, was Nadya Vaganova, Jen’s dancing coach when she was a child, and who has become a dedicated and beloved confidant. The dialogue used to convey her Russian accent was spot on, and her actions and reactions to events were strong and believable.
The Devil’s Due is a clever and fitting title. I enjoyed the first book more than this one, but getting closure (although shocking) was needed to give Jen’s story a full, rounded feeling. All loose-ends were tied up in the Epilogue—a nice addition.
Although the conclusion was not what I’d expected or secretly hoped for, it was like viewing a gruesome scene in a movie—you cover your eyes, not wanting to watch, but you’re compelled to peek through your fingers at the horrific sight.
I found each character easy to relate to. One of the shining stars, in my mind anyway, was Nadya Vaganova, Jen’s dancing coach when she was a child, and who has become a dedicated and beloved confidant. The dialogue used to convey her Russian accent was spot on, and her actions and reactions to events were strong and believable.
The Devil’s Due is a clever and fitting title. I enjoyed the first book more than this one, but getting closure (although shocking) was needed to give Jen’s story a full, rounded feeling. All loose-ends were tied up in the Epilogue—a nice addition.
December 29, 2011
Reviewed by me for Readers Favorite
The Devil's Due is a book about revenge. One woman faced tragic circumstances that left her scarred for many years. After many sleepless nights, she finally becomes bold enough to face the evils in her life. Her first order of business is to face in-laws that were treacherous enough to sell her house whilst she was still recovering from the tragedy of her first husband's death. After facing them she is finally able to move on and remarry. But there are still skeletons in her closet and she is finally able to move on completely after getting rid of them all.
I found this book rather intriguing. The topic of revenge is always one we skirt around. Sometimes we're told "be the bigger person" but this book allows us to experience, albeit temporarily, the bitter sweet taste of revenge that we all crave. At times I found myself cheering for the heroine - Jen. I was totally transported into the story and I couldn't wait for Justice to be served. The book was well organised and fun. I did take away one star because at times I found the dialogue a bit rushed. The narrative too sometimes rushed the reader into the next scene of the book. But it was such an enjoyable story that I could live with being rushed. The quotes at the beginning of each Chapter shows that the book was well though out and they were very relevant. I even learnt the names of some of the people who coined quotes that I've used in the past. I highly recommend this book.
The Devil's Due is a book about revenge. One woman faced tragic circumstances that left her scarred for many years. After many sleepless nights, she finally becomes bold enough to face the evils in her life. Her first order of business is to face in-laws that were treacherous enough to sell her house whilst she was still recovering from the tragedy of her first husband's death. After facing them she is finally able to move on and remarry. But there are still skeletons in her closet and she is finally able to move on completely after getting rid of them all.
I found this book rather intriguing. The topic of revenge is always one we skirt around. Sometimes we're told "be the bigger person" but this book allows us to experience, albeit temporarily, the bitter sweet taste of revenge that we all crave. At times I found myself cheering for the heroine - Jen. I was totally transported into the story and I couldn't wait for Justice to be served. The book was well organised and fun. I did take away one star because at times I found the dialogue a bit rushed. The narrative too sometimes rushed the reader into the next scene of the book. But it was such an enjoyable story that I could live with being rushed. The quotes at the beginning of each Chapter shows that the book was well though out and they were very relevant. I even learnt the names of some of the people who coined quotes that I've used in the past. I highly recommend this book.
October 10, 2011
I have not read the first part of the story, Devil's Dance, prior to read The Devil's Due. This made me a bit lost while reading The Devil's Due, but I was caught up with the major details of the backstory through several passages in this book.
The Devil's Due is an emotional family drama at its heart. Arliss Adams' writing really made me feel for Jen and her tragedy. I was able to feel the pain she was going through, mourning for her husband's death. I'm really glad that she found her happy ending with Vince. PJ sounded like a sweetheart and a really good boy. Darlene is an absolutely evil b*tch, and I am really happy that Michael redeemed himself by stepping up to be a man in The Devil's Due. In the end, everybody pretty much got what they deserved. Now I would love to go back and read Devil's Dance because the backstory sounds so compelling and I'd love to see Jen's earlier trials in life and how she became such a strong women.
The Devil's Due is an emotional family drama at its heart. Arliss Adams' writing really made me feel for Jen and her tragedy. I was able to feel the pain she was going through, mourning for her husband's death. I'm really glad that she found her happy ending with Vince. PJ sounded like a sweetheart and a really good boy. Darlene is an absolutely evil b*tch, and I am really happy that Michael redeemed himself by stepping up to be a man in The Devil's Due. In the end, everybody pretty much got what they deserved. Now I would love to go back and read Devil's Dance because the backstory sounds so compelling and I'd love to see Jen's earlier trials in life and how she became such a strong women.
April 9, 2012
Great way to finish the story! I had to read it in an afternoon! I love the quotes at the beginning of each chapter in both books…perfect beginning each time! As in the 1st book we get to see how Jen lives with all the horrible things that have happened to her. In this book we get to learn more about her family and how all this has affected them. It doesn’t candy coat how hard it was for the family left behind, especially her sister Judy, which I thought was described really well! We get to see how that relationship plays out which is great!
I have mixed feelings about the revenge taken…on one hand I feel like death is way too easy an answer for those that choose to hurt others…but at the same time, I just don’t know that I could be a part of hurting another person that way. But again I’m confused, because what ends up happening to the judge feels about perfect!!
Either way … it’s once again an intense emotional rollercoaster ride of a book that is wrapped up beautifully!
I have mixed feelings about the revenge taken…on one hand I feel like death is way too easy an answer for those that choose to hurt others…but at the same time, I just don’t know that I could be a part of hurting another person that way. But again I’m confused, because what ends up happening to the judge feels about perfect!!
Either way … it’s once again an intense emotional rollercoaster ride of a book that is wrapped up beautifully!
July 10, 2011
Story about a woman who stuggles through life after having several tragedy happen. The autor uses very good detail in describing who this woman not just survives but makes a huge difference in the lives of other! This book not only goes over Jens life but the life of her sister and close friend and how they help each other through and how they move on with thier lives!!! Once you pick this book up you wont want to put it back down!!!!!!!
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