Jessica Barksdale Inclán - Letters to Jessica

Letters to Jessica

Jessica,

I was traveling to Italy and wanted a book to read on the long flight over. I purchased "When you Believe" and was thoroughly surprised by how much enjoyment I got out of Sariel's story. I am not a big fan of "romance" novels, but your book had such a great mixture of romance, adventure, family, and the supernatural. When I returned home, I went out and got the second book on Rufus, and pre-ordered the third. I got Felix's story and was finished in two readings. I normally don't purchase multiple books by an author, but the series that you wrote with these 3 brothers, thankfully, was an exception. I just wanted you to know how much I enjoyed reading these stories and will look forward to reading future books from you as well.

Maricela

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Hi, Maricela!

thank you so much for writing to me. I am honored and thankful that you picked When You Believe to fly with you to Italy, and then bought the other two upon your return. What a compliment!

I have another trilogy to begin coming out in Spring 2008. It's different in terms of "worlds," but I hope you will enjoy them as well. I responded also to your idea of not reading romance; I didn't until I decided to write one. And what I found is that there is some good stuff to read out there. A very nice surprise for me.

So thank you again. You made my day.

Best,

Jessica

Dear Ms. Inclán:

I would like to first say "thank you" again for sending me an ARC of "Believe In Me". It was an amazing book! To get the full effect, and since it had been several months since I finished "Reason to Believe", I decided to read all of them back-to-back. I re-read the first two and then picked up "Believe In Me".

When I read the first two, I really liked Felix as a character but couldn't imagine him as a "hero" because of his lascivious tendencies. By the end of "Believe In Me", I was convinced that he was just as much an honorable man and a hero that his two brothers were. He became so much more than just an enjoyable rogue. His interaction with Sayblee was very entertaining and I found myself laughing out loud quite often and receiving some funny looks from other people in the places where I was reading (i.e., the gym, the office).

I loved revisiting with Sariel, Rufus and their mates. The HEA ending was absolutely terrific. I'm always so afraid that when a series is coming to an end that the author will decide to "kill off" one of the good characters. I applaud you for giving each a happy ending. There were some very poignant moments throughout the book as well as fun and entertaining ones. The ending acknowledged that everything wasn't perfect but that things were on the upswing and life was looking good. I loved the pairing of Zosime and Adalbert - I think they make a great couple. Rasheed's healing didn't take place in a rapid way but at a much more realistic pace considering what he had been through.

My only complaint has to be that it's over and there are no more books planned in the Croyant world at this time. I wanted it to continue so badly. I fell in love with each of these strong characters and wanted to follow a bit more of their lives, see the wedding of Felix and Sayblee, watch the developing relationship of Zosime and Adalbert, and find out whether the other characters would get their happily ever after. I know that all good things must end, but I did want to put it off. I tried so hard to read only a few chapters a day once I got to "Believe In Me" but it was impossible. I just couldn't put it down.

Anyway, I know I've rambled on for a long while here and I'm sure you have a lot to do, but I had to let you know that I truly LOVED this book! I will be purchasing a copy once it's published just so that I will have all three with the beautiful covers - but the one you sent me will be especially treasured. These will remain on my keeper shelf! I've been telling everyone who will listen to me (and even those who won't) that they need to pick up these books because they are such wonderfully crafted and engrossing books!

I look forward to your next books and know that they will be just as terrific.

Thank you again for so kindly sending me the ARC and for sharing your amazing talent with readers everywhere.

Have a great week.

Sincerely,
Robin

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