Elysium Dreams (Dreams & Reality Series Book 2) Kindle Edition

Books 3-8 are on my wish list!

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M. E. Smith

May 10, 2015

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A very good book. I was slightly disappointed that the killer was identified so early in the first few pages. Especially since, at least I felt, book one kept the reader guesing longer. I would've enjoyed this book more if that had been the case. It was still a good book by a great author. I have books 3-8 on my wish list because I can't afford them (rare auto-immune disease, w/daily migraines and disc degeneration/spinal disease in my lower back... forced me into early retirement without pay... and I don't have food stamps or welfare... and cannot find a SSD atty to take my case w/out me filing first, which would cost me 10's of 1000's of dollors in obtaining chart notes and doctor letters... so books are an expense that I can justify, but my finances cannot). Anyone who likes murder/thriller books will enjoy this author's series. I love how random facts/history are inserted into story, such as the migraine info in this book, or other medical information. Information that's extremely accurate! The only thing that really annoyed me, and I don't think it was written this way on purpose, was the breech crossed out followed by breach... multiple times. I liked book 1 better but book 2 kept me interested & wanting to read more. Love where I think this series will take it's readers. ~ M&N

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Well-driven thriller that could use edits

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Valerian8

February 9, 2018

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If you look past several formatting issues, this is a fast-paced, well-driven thriller about a U.S. Marshall who is as much a sociopath as some of the serial killers she hunts. I'm not sure I buy into the migraines and sociopathic episodes the main character, "Ace" or Aislain Cane, has. Medically, these two issues aren't related, so I'll assume they are used to make the character "intriguing" and a force to be reckoned with. As for the constant coddling by her all-male team, a sociopath would not require, appreciate, or desire the level of attention they pile on her. She'd be prone to dismissing their attempts, but that isn't the case; she resigns herself to their control which is unlikely in a true sociopath who must control all situations. The author has done a nice job of creating a gruesome crime spree in this story, which should grab fans of police procedural drama thrillers and keep them engaged in the story from beginning to end. There was little mystery as to who the "killer" would turn out to be, but it worked in this case. A use of first-person (Marshall Cain) to third-person narrative was distracting at times. Overall, the story was entertaining and enjoyable to read.

Elysium Dreams (Dreams &Reality Series Book2) by Hedena James

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Kindle Customer

November 21, 2017

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I really enjoyed this book and how very unique it was. The serial killer itself was an interesting case but the team of so called serial killer finders(for a basic description) are the most unusual group of people to work on such cases is what makes this book profoundly different then others I have encountered. I will certainly pick another to read and if I enjoy it I might even read the books in order. There is humour and the most intriguing and entertaining group of people to work on . A case to come in a long time. The author is well written and brings in unusual points to the case. I hope to enjoy them all.

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New, interesting and compelling - the perfect sequel.

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Alchmist

July 24, 2016

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I stumbled upon Tortured Dreams via Bookbub as a free download. I took a chance and was delightfully pleased at the story line, the "differentness" of the main protagonists and the new perspective. In fact, I read the entire book in one sitting.

Which brings me to Elysium Dreams. This too was delightful, but in a different way. We find out that while our main character and her side kicks are all people that are best left alone, we also find out that they are not superhuman and that they too can bleed. I enjoyed the continued character development. I will also say that as a long time sufferer of migraines, the author got the symptoms and experience spot on. Kudos.

In both books, the idea of chasing down and apprehending serial killers is both compelling and riveting. The perspective makes for a great read. I like how the main character no longer is as preachy as she was in the first book (where I think it was needed and necessary to prove her chops to the group she was trying to integrate into). Now that she is firmly established as integral member of the team, she has less of a need to show off how smart she is, and that leads to her continued acceptance within the group. This was smart writing, and the change in interpersonal dynamics as a function of time is very realistic. Kudos once again.

I'm glad I found this series. I'm in the process of making my way through the entire series. I just wish I had more time to read!

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