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BJ: A Supernatural Horror Story

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4 star:		(6)
3 star:		(4)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

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I bought this book after reading the glowing reviews and thinking that this might be a good read. Whilst it was fairly easy to read, I did find several faults that I found annoying - several typos (I know it's american but there were things like "rapped" instead of "rapt", and some dubious medical knowledge).

However these were really minor in the grand scheme of things. What I noticed was that this woman's ethnicity is really obvious. That is not necessarily a bad thing as she did bring to life a lot of day-to-day life that might be unfamiliar to many people, which I found interesting and informative. However her "white" characters were frequently 2-dimensional and clichéd, and this was a bit of a shame.

Whilst I don't want to spoil it for people who do go on to read it, there is quite a bit of religousness in it. I do get how it fits in with the story, but from the reviews I had read, I really had expected a horror story probably without such a strong emphasis on this area. My misunderstanding I am sure, but be warned.

Overall I had hoped for better; I didn't find it nearly as scary as anticipated and although I had guessed fairly early on what it might be, the ending was predictably annoying and saccharine. Not a horrendous book by any means, but in my opinion, a bit overhyped.

I have to say right up front that normally I do not do horror or supernatural novels.  Why you might ask?  Because I'm a 'fraidy cat, plain and simple.  That, and I've never been able to let my mind go and actually consider the descriptions and tales they are trying to tell.

However, BJ, written by Kimile Aczon, hooked me in once I read the back cover.  In short description, BJ is about seven people, whose lives are forever changed by one event; the pregnancy of one of the main character, Denise Johnson. 

BJ is fiercest roller coaster into hell that you will find out there.  Aczon so vividly describes macabre scenes that will have your imagination set on FEAR and have your mind racing to figure out what dastardly deed will take place next.  Good and Evil have never fought to viciously.

Aczon does a wonderful job in enabling the reader to follow coherently all seven characters - both individually, as well as collectively - as they blindlessly journey towards the cataclysmic birth of Denise's child, and the climactic ending that results from it.

If you are a lover of horror novels, of supernatural novels, then BJ is a definite must-have in your collection, so pick it up today by clicking on the title above.

Shonell Bacon......

Reading "BJ" was a thrill a page. It had some truly frightening moments. The author did an excellent job of bringing all the characters together. If you believe in the ancient struggle between good and evil, this book brings that struggle to light as you read to discover "BJ".

I loved that book because it is a very pertinent and relevant vision of the Black world nowadays, thirty years after the ghetto uprisings and twenty years after the Black Panthers. It is centered on women and that is good, because these women are not bitter and revengeful against some male world. And I love the way the Christian supernatural element came into the picture halfway between fantastique or horror stories, and any religious righteous blabla. Satan is a real being because he comes from the deepest layers of our evil side. And that evil side of ours is a lot darker than anyone can ever imagine, especially when it takes the bright color of righteous bigotry.

The hopes and dreams of a Ghetto child, the vivid depiction of the small joys and great tragedies, the sadness of loss and the adventure of discovery: all we share in being human. I don't want to live in the Ghetto in order to be able to relate with understanding to those who do. This is a must read for anyone who wants to share and understand a different side of life -and for those who would ask that we all be part of a human race. The universality of the human spirit is conveyed in this well written and heart touching book.

Thank you Ms. Aczon for forwarding me a copy of your debut novel. I can't believe that a traditional publisher has not picked up your book!! I'm not even a horror/suspense reader, however, after reading an on-line excerpt I was intrigued enough to order a free copy. You did not let me down. In fact, the excerpt chapter I read didn't do enough justice for the entire book. The book was so captivating that I stayed up late reading the book and took it to work to read the next day during my breaks and lunch hour. I finished the book in four hours. I've since loaned out my copy to others in my reading group and have also recommended this book to other girlfriends. Thank you so much for introducing these wonderful characters to us and I can't wait to BUY your next book.

I loved this book as I am an avid reader of horror novels espeically Dean Koontz. It was great reading a horror story from a black perspective. The novel had a very interesting the intriguing twist and the reading was easy yet very indepth and descriptive. It thoroughly held my interest and I look forward to reading more novels from Ms. Aczon.

I picked this up based on the stars given here, and I wanted to love it, but - no.

The writing is not up to standard - clunkiness and well as typos and bad spelling abound. 'Sheik' for 'chic'? Authors HAVE to be more proficient than this; for me it's a deal-breaker. If you can't use words properly, in my opinion you have no business being a writer. Would a carpenter not know how to use a hammer? Would a hairdresser not know how to use a blowdryer? Tools of the trade, authors, tools of the trade.

But I see a lot of people did like this book so perhaps they were swept away by the story. I wasn't. I could see fairly quickly where it was headed, so the ending was all pretty predictable.

Altogether, it was pretty obvious why traditional publishers passed on this. I wish, instead of publishing themselves when rejected by trad publishers, writers would concentrate on improving their work so that it is good enough and then resubmit.

But hey, if people liked it, maybe bad writing does have its place in the reading world. Sad, but perhaps an inevitable conclusion.

Kimile Aczon knows which buttons to push to project feelings of terror and suspense, and she does this well in BJ. The characterization and dialogue in the book is real, especially as each character is introduced: it was easy to understand the depth of pain Donald Hemingway and Wilda Elvers, for example, had harbored over the years and how their own demons tried to take advantage of these weaknesses and attempt to destroy them. There is a good play between good and evil in this story.

This said, however, I must point out a few things: 1) there are a few instances of explicit sexual scenes, which I usually gloss over when reading (I'm quite the prude these days), so bear this in mind before you hand this book to a minor; 2) one thing that nearly kept me from enjoying the book was the number of typographical errors, as well as the occasional spelling error (a restaurant, for example, is described in the book as "sheik" instead of "chic.") I imagine Upublish.com needs to check and recheck before they go to press.

I bought this book directly from the author, Kimile Aczon, who was gracious enough to send me an autographed copy. I read the book as soon as I opened the package, stopping only for food water and that kinda thing. I loved it! Page turner, enthralling, it draws you in! I was doubly pleased when I learned the significance of the letters "B-J". I strongly urge you to read this book if for no other reason than to treat yourself to a compelling novel. the only problem i had with the book is it was too short. i look forward to more of your work, Kimile! when reading, keep in mind that Satan is out there but Jesus has his number. he's already been defeated! Glory be to God!