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Leonie Simoneaud was once one of the elusive Lake People, Acadian descendants in Louisiana with odd psychic powers. As a thirteen year old she rescued a child from a maniacal pedophile. Consequently she was shunned by most of the Lake People for imperiling them to the external world. As an adult she has been targeted by another madman, for a reason that has everything to do with that rescue.
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Posted December 20, 2011
I first picked up this book, honestly, for two reasons. It was inexpensive on my Nook, and it was about Louisiana, no matter that it was set in Texas. Confusing? It will make sense when you read the book, never fear. The whole Louisiana thing? Yes, it has been an obsession for years, ever since I left the South, and never found my way back again.
Be that as it may, the story immediately grabbed me, and soothed me into a long day of immersing myself into a culture I know and love. The prologue introduces you to a community of secrets, secrets deep as the bayou and as all encompassing as the waters of the Black Lake itself.
The story begins when the main character, Leonie, is only a child, a child who is 'different' as her family is 'different.' And this difference, while actually a thing of beauty, is a true danger to the members of the large, extended family living by the lake. I was enchanted by the 'difference' that the lake people share. And as I read this book, and then "Veiled Eyes" the second Lake People novel, it led me to think about just how much 'difference' can guide the development of your life from the minute you are born. It isn't just this one, special, difference, but the whole concept of being 'different.' God knows, I grew up 'different' - but without the sense of community that Leonie's family offered, even if she, in her particular difference, didn't even fit in comfortably in la famille. But Leonie did survive it, survive and thrive, something I wish that I could have done.
Read the book. Really. Then read Veiled Eyes, or in the opposite order if you so wish. But read them. They have heart and soul, and will leave you more than ready for the next one. Yes, she is writing another, I wrote my very first 'fan letter' and she actually wrote back - does that rock, or what?
P.S. - And then read her other books. I have read "Bubba and the Dead Woman" and am off to review that one, too. I will read her others too, without a doubt. As good as these three are, funny, warm, thoughtful, and downright _Good_ I know I can't go wrong!
39 out of 41 people found this review helpful.
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Posted October 6, 2011
Veiled eyes was first in this series. If you haven't read it you should, but this book can stand alone. Characters developed well, as is the plot. Good twists, and a fun ending. I've come to expect a lot from this author. I have only been disappointed by one of her books, but it has received good reviews from other people. I'm getting ready to start another of her series.
22 out of 24 people found this review helpful.
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Posted December 12, 2011
Whoa! Hang on 2 your horses, and start this only when you have lots of free hours or don''t mind missing a nights sleep ! If you like mysteries, you'll really like thi
18 out of 19 people found this review helpful.
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Posted March 12, 2012
CL Bevill is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors. She astounds me at how wonderfully she can write. Everything she writes is so good!!
This book in particular was breathtakingly good. I actually found myself holding my breath while i read the parts where Leonie was in trouble or fighting off the bad guy (trying not to give anything away so i wont get detailed). Leonie is a really great character. She is braver than i think i could be. Hope to see her and her man pop up in another Lake People book.
Hope there are many more Lake People books!!!!
To CL Bevill: PLEASE!!!!!!!
10 out of 11 people found this review helpful.
Was this review helpful? Yes NoThank you for your feedback. Report this reviewThank you, this review has been flagged.Really enjoyed this book. Had the right amount of drama, suspense and psychological mind games to keep me flipping pages. I did read Veiled Eyes first, by the same author, which helped explain some of the content, but its not a requirement to understand the storyline. Did not give 5 stars due to some editing issues. With that being said, the editing did not detract from the story, but it was noticable. Great read!
9 out of 10 people found this review helpful.
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Posted October 26, 2011
This is a long book but never drags. It is full of suspense and twists and turns and keeps you guessing. C. L. Bevill is now one of my favorite authors. I have read five of her books and am looking for more! She does not disappoint.
7 out of 8 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 19, 2011
I agree also, read veiled eyes first. Cant wait to read annother one from c.v.b! But i guess it helps that i'm cajun!!
6 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
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Posted August 12, 2011
This is the second one of CL Bevill's books I have read and I really enjoyed them both. This book had a good story, great characters, romance and suspense along with a touch of the para normal.
Very easy read. GREAT BARGAIN
4 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted February 25, 2012
excellent book, I enjoyed it very much and could not put it down.
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Posted November 11, 2011
Could not put this book down til finished!
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Posted August 3, 2012
Read the sample and decided to buy it but now it is still saying its a sample but already took the money from my account :( really wanted to read it too
1 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
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Posted July 17, 2012
I read this book after I read Veiled Eyes and it did not disappoint. Both books kept me interested. The suspense was so good. Even if I guessed where the story was going, there was always a twist that came completely unexpectedly. Great book. Really enjoyed it!
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Posted July 2, 2012
How do u.
1 out of 7 people found this review helpful.
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Posted June 24, 2012
this is a very good book. you will be pleasantly surprised
1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
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Posted May 1, 2012
The person who wrote highly recomended spelled hardly wrong
1 out of 11 people found this review helpful.
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Posted February 6, 2012
I'd give it 3 1/2 if I could, a 4 if the ending wasn't so mushy. Good premise, very good read until the end.
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Posted February 3, 2012
Realy enjoyed this book!!
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Posted April 11, 2013
I love the lake people books - may i have some more, please.
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Posted April 4, 2013
Another great book by this author. Highly recommend.
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Posted March 30, 2013
I like this author A LOT, have read his other books. The Lake People series has a continuing draw for me.
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Overview
Leonie Simoneaud was once one of the elusive Lake People, Acadian descendants in Louisiana with odd psychic powers. As a thirteen year old she rescued a child from a maniacal pedophile. Consequently she was shunned by most of the Lake People for imperiling them to the external world. As an adult she has been targeted by another madman, for a reason that has everything to do with that rescue.