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You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover - You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover
Nobody talks to the dead? Nobody reads minds?
Samspade, you need to get out and circulate more. People DO talk to the dead. People DO read minds.
Jane Perry is a cop and she is always leery of anything too "woo-woo" and has to be FORCED into believing it exists and then operating within that context. What I think Dewey is doing in her stories and novels is introducing mystical concepts that you would never see in traditional crime thrillers and doing that through a character (Perry) who makes it more comfortable for someone like yourself to read more of her story.
I mean, you DO like Jane Perry. So, I guess she's captured your attention and respect. : )
Question of the Week - Question of the Week #67: Leading Roles
Hilary Swank as Detective Jane Perry in "Protector." She's got the right amount of toughness and vulnerability to serve the character very well.
Promissory Payback - Well crafted and relevant in today's world
It was nice to see Laurel Dewey deliver a longer story because it reminded me of how her novels flow. This one had well crafted characters in the suspects of the murder. That's what I love about Dewey's writing; even minor characters are given interesting personalities.
Again, it's not so much "who dun it" with Dewey's stories but the way she sucks you in and makes you crave MORE. Her writing is ADDICTIVE. Even though this had 25 installments, I kept hitting the "send me the next installment" button repeatedly and finished it in less than an hour.
I think the relevance of what this particular novella says is worthwhile considering the financial woes today. The story will hit home with a lot of people, especially the last installment and the dialogue that one of the characters says.
I can SO see Dewey's work on Film. Detective Jane Perry would make an awesome screen character that would be as memorable as any well known cop/detective in popular culture.
You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover - Language and personal problems
The language and attitude of Detective Jane Perry is what makes this character so intriguing and mesmerizing in my opinion. She stands out from the multitude of characters I've read and you remember her long after the last page is turned. I appreciate her REALNESS. Profanity does not bother me if it's in context with the character and this is. And yes, Jane Perry's "personality quirks" as you call them, were learned from her father. To not read Dewey's work because you find profanity offensive is too bad. Her work is profound.
You're Only as Sick as Your Secrets - Heartfelt and Compassionate
Detective Perry's compassion for survivors and those who are ignored or disposed of by society is found throughout Dewey's books. I think it's because Jane Perry sees herself in them.
You're Only as Sick as Your Secrets - Another great Laurel Dewey read
When I first read this story, I felt the same way about the opening with the "shaman" character. But then I realized that, as with all things Dewey writes, she used the "shaman" as a metaphor or "mirrored" character for the story she was about to tell. In other words, a playful opening that gives us some insight into her personal life that also launches the theme of the main story. If you've read her books, you know that Dewey does this often and does it well. I've learned that she doesn't introduce any character or any subject matter just for the hell of it.
You're Only as Sick as Your Secrets - Heartfelt and Compassionate
We get to see the softer, compassionate side of Detective Jane Perry in this story. Dewey shows this aspect of Perry in her books (Protector and Redemption) so it's nice to see it reflected in the short story collection. This particular story is heartbreaking because of the trauma involved, but also a beautiful testament of how one human being can touch another's life.
You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover - Insightful and perceptive author
What didn't you like about "Anonymous?" I found the story riveting and the double twist at the end was a huge shock for me. I also liked the way Dewey wove in the metaphor of Jane Perry being "anonymous" regarding her new sobriety and the backstory of the mysterious woman in her office. I don't want to give away the twist but the whole subject matter of what the woman does left me thinking for days after I finished the story. In other words, I wonder if someone were desperate, if that could have really happened???
You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover - You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover
Jane Perry IS human...and tough...and smart...extremely observant and quite intuitive. In fact, it's her intuition that usually solves the crimes. So what if Dewey gives Perry a mystical adventure to operate within? I think it's what makes these stories and her books so original.
An Unfinished Death - Hard to Believe
Dewey's books and stories featuring Jane Perry all involve standard police investigations but there is always a "mystical" aspect thrown in for good measure. That is what sets Dewey's writing and character apart from anything else out there. You get the true "heart" of a great, three-dimensional character like Jane Perry plus the intriguing esoteric battle she fights with her cases and her personal life.
And no, there are no "normal" cops in this world.
An Unfinished Death - Compelling
Have you read any of her books? Protector or Redemption, featuring Detective Jane Perry? Start with Protector as it will give you a greater understanding of why Jane acts the way she does. I read that it's being re-released in mass market paperback mid-February.
You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover - You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover
I can't believe you think Dewey's dialogue is not good. Seriously? And to say you are "starting to dislike this writer intensely"?? I just don't get it.
Anonymous - OUTSTANDING STORY
This series of stories by Laurel Dewey keep getting better and better. This one, in particular, kept me guessing. And the final twist in the last installment is a real "wow" moment. I sped up installments because I couldn't wait to read the next one. As someone who has already read the first two novels featuring Jane Perry, these short stories are a great way to get reacquainted with Perry while waiting for the next book in Dewey's series to be released.
Anonymous - OUTSTANDING STORY
This series of stories by Laurel Dewey keep getting better and better. This one, in particular, kept me guessing. And the final twist in the last installment is a real "wow" moment. I sped up installments because I couldn't wait to read the next one. As someone who has already read the first two novels featuring Jane Perry, these short stories are a great way to get reacquainted with Perry while waiting for the next book in Dewey's series to be released.
Laurel Dewey - Understanding Detective Jane Perry
Hellohello wrote re:"An Unfinished Death":
"Unlikely heroes make this an interesting read. It was scary and ludicrous and I had to keep reading. However, I would not recommend this to any of my friends. I read way more than them, and they're quite particular.
Warning: sex and violence!"
Have you Dewey's books featuring Jane Perry? They are great reads...full of depth and compassion. There is violence but there was no sex . "An Unfinished Death" is a prequel to Dewey's debut, PROTECTOR. In that book, we discover WHY Jane is the way she is (i.e., what happened to her when she was young) which makes the reader root for her even more.
Dewey's books are unlike any crime thrillers because of the way she intertwines the metaphysical aspect and because of Jane Perry.
I have recommended her books to friends and they have loved them. And many of them are pretty particular too...
You Can't Judge a Book by its Cover - Another great read from Dewey
Wow! Loved it! Fast read and powerful story. I really appreciate Detective Jane Perry's "voice" and her directness to the reader. The honesty in which Jane Perry tells her story is sometimes jarring but never boring. It was an interesting approach to write a "blog" in the voice of a fictional character. I don't think that's been done before. Look forward to future offerings from Dewey and her great main character!
An Unfinished Death - An Unfinished Death by Laurel Dewey
I'm really liking An Unfinished Death. I'm about 3/4 of the way done. I've had the opportunity to already read the first two Jane Perry novels by Dewey so these short stories are really cool. While this particular short story doesn't feature it, the books delve much more into Jane's traumatic past. The books are as real a read as you're going to get.
An Unfinished Death - ONE OF THE BEST WRITERS OUT THERE
I've wondered for three years why author Laurel Dewey wasn't getting the mainstream attention she justly deserves. Dewey is an author who writes from the heart and has created an exciting, original, frustrating, intelligent, strong main character in Detective Jane Perry. I think it's fantastic that Daily Lit picked up her short stories and I can't wait to read them all. I've turned a lot of friends and family onto Dewey's books.
Can't wait to read more!
30 Stories in 30 Days - Worthless and Weird or Wonderfuly Weird?
I just signed up with Daily Lit when I found out about them serializing original short stories by Laurel Dewey. Thank you! Thank you!
I've read both Jane Perry novels (PROTECTOR and REDEMPTION) and devoured them. She has quickly become one of my top ten favorite writers. If you like your fiction gritty, creative, character-driven and thought-provoking, you too will LOVE Laurel Dewey's stories.
THANKS TO DAILY LIT FOR ADDING LAUREL DEWEY TO YOUR LIST OF WRITERS!!!!