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Crystal
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Crystal
Post Number: 179
Registered: 01-2004
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Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Thursday, December 23, 2004 - 02:15 pm: | 
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I came across this recent review that is classic Thumper! HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!
http://www.aalbc.com/reviews/thewomanizers.htm
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Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 389
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Thursday, December 23, 2004 - 09:29 pm: |
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Hello Crystal
Thank YOU Thank YOU! Now that was classic Thumper. Let me tell ya, that little "review" had me dyin', you hear me. See, Thump knows how to tell it like it is, he ain't trying to tell no funny business type of stuff. Hey, you know the rules. Anyway Crystal, thanks and you have a nice and joyousssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss sssssssssssssssssssssss everythang!!! |
Bookreader
First Time Poster
Username: Bookreader
Post Number: 1
Registered: 12-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Friday, December 24, 2004 - 01:26 am: |
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Have either of you read the book? Or does what Thumper say goes? Is it possible that you may not share the same sentiment as his OPINION? I read the book..maybe you should read it too. You may possibly feel that Thumper was way off, or you may agree with him completely. Only one way to find out. |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 390
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Friday, December 24, 2004 - 04:24 am: |
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Oooooooh, ya don't say......well, it wasn't about us liking the book my good man, it was about Thump's review. But ahhh...ahhh...what's your investment in this whole deal. I mean did something rub you the wrong way. Now am just asking you know? I was going to take a poke at what I THOUGHT you might be sittin' on but am gonna hold that and wait for you to get back at us....you feel me. |
Cynique
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Cynique
Post Number: 1920
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Friday, December 24, 2004 - 01:42 pm: |
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My, my, Carey, you're really exemplifying the peaceful spirit of the the season. First you are going to hit me across my sly lips, now you are going to poke bookreader for making a comment. Knock yourself out. |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 391
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Friday, December 24, 2004 - 03:33 pm: |
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See, that's what am talking about.......to take a poke at something means to take a guess. What was you doing all up in my ........no, this is a lose-lose, so hey, happy everythang! |
Crystal
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Crystal
Post Number: 180
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Friday, December 24, 2004 - 09:45 pm: |
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Happy Holidays Bookreader! This ain't nothing about the book. I just got a laugh from the review. And if you've been here before you know we don't just co-sign on what Thumper says.
Happy Holidays Cynique! And Everybody Else! You too Big Daddy D!
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Troy
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Troy
Post Number: 213
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: 
Votes: 1 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, December 27, 2004 - 10:27 am: |
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Hi Bookreader
I would encourage you to say what YOU thought about the book. That is the purpose of this discussion board.
I've not read the book so I can't offer an opinion on it. However I did meet the author and he comes across as a nice guy. As a result, I'd hoped that Thumper would love the book; but alas he did not.
If you liked the book tell us why. Perhaps your opinion will encourage someone to check out the book despite Thumper's opinion.
Put another way: If you (Bookreader) love the book and Thumper hates it; someone else may be inclined to read the book so that they can see whose opinion more closely mirrors their own. This is how others learn to weigh or value a reviewer's reviews.
Sure, I appreciate some people might enjoy the manner and style in which a reviewer critiques a book -- and that is cool too.
So tell us, why did you like the book?
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Bookreader
Newbie Poster
Username: Bookreader
Post Number: 2
Registered: 12-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Wednesday, December 29, 2004 - 07:44 pm: |
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Hello all.. happy holidays to you. In response to your question, Troy, I found myself unable to put the book down. Thumper called it slow...that was COMPLETELY false. There was drama on every page. Thumper said that the writing was not good. This also was false. The author did a great and I mean great job of bringing six very real characters to life on paper. We all know one or more of the characters. And the situations they dealt with were very, very real. I know, because I went through something very to similar to the character Shay. Maybe Thumper should do stand up instead of book reviews if he's looking for a laugh. Hopefully the author did not get discouraged by Thumper's way off review. It was a truly entertaining novel. The characters were real. For a male, he did a superb job writing female characters! You should take a chance and read the book. Like I said before, you may or may not like it. But don't let Thumper influence you. He called it a throwback novel and I guess in these street fiction days and times, it is. But it's one that we all can and will always be able to relate to because we all have relationship issues! I know I do!! LOL OK.. that's all for me.. Thumper's review just aggrivated me... I've read others by him and have been equally as annoyed. Maybe you should get other reviewers to balance him out. Happy New Year! |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 394
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Thursday, December 30, 2004 - 06:27 am: |
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Bookreader
It's obvious you were annoyed by Thumper's review, your take on the book suffered because of it. If you would have simply given your view, likes and dislike, without trying to down Thumper it would have been accepted without scrutiny. Thank you for dropping by.
Carey |
Emanuel
Veteran Poster
Username: Emanuel
Post Number: 75
Registered: 03-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, January 02, 2005 - 02:01 am: |
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Hey hey ya'll,
That review was brutal (but entertaining). Though I haven't read the book reviewed there, I can certainly relate to getting to page 100 and wanting to slit my wrists after realizing I have 200 more pages to go. That's one of the main reasons I stopped reviewing fiction. It can be excruciating.
Emanuel |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 397
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, January 02, 2005 - 05:11 pm: |
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Emanuel
Emanuel my man, it's good to see you jump in on this one. But what else should I expect from a reviewer? Btw, I don't think I've read one of your reviews. How about directing us to one of your pieces so that we can get a feeling on your flow, you taste or your rythum. Yeah, how about it. I think I know what I will find but let me take a look. You've always been a straight shooter and I like that in you. Thanks again for you take on the book and review. I just couldn't understand why the other one jumped off like that but I ain't even trying to find out why. I hope the following year finds you knee deep in a ton of money, love and happiness.
Carey
Carey |
Emanuel
AALBC .com Platinum Poster
Username: Emanuel
Post Number: 76
Registered: 03-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, January 03, 2005 - 12:40 pm: |
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Okay Carey,
Here's a review I did back in October for The Midwest Book Review:
Jasminium
Jonathan Luckett
www.jonathanluckett.com
Strebor Books International
ISBN 1593090072 $12.00 218 pp.
When Taj and Cheyenne met during a trip to Jamaica, they shared a horrible tragedy that would bond them for life. Fast-forward twenty years later and it would appear that both have managed to put the past behind them in order to move on with their lives. Cheyenne is now a promising vocalist who is married to Malcolm, a record producer. Meanwhile Taj is also happily employed and equally happy in love with Nicole, a beautiful woman he calls his soul mate. But a chance encounter between Taj and Cheyenne during the holiday season brings the past into view once more and threatens to damage their love lives permanently. This is the premise of "Jasminium" by Brooklyn native Jonathan Luckett, the author of Feeding Frenzy.
As the story unfolds, we discover that Cheyenne's marriage is not as glorious as it appears. Malcolm is a demanding and somewhat abusive husband who seems to care more about his own gratification than his wife. When the mysterious Taj shows up, with his haunting eyes and his own nickname for Cheyenne, the possessive record producer naturally becomes jealous. When Cheyenne refuses to share the past with her husband, it complicates matters further. Taj is just as secretive and aloof when Nicole inquires about Cheyenne. Both Taj and Cheyenne both arrive to the conclusion that they've left unfinished business in Jamaica. Unaware of the each other's actions, they both return to the country for closure. Will the two be able to bury the past that haunts them? Or will they find each other and create a new future together?
Luckett is a stylish writer who shows great patience in letting a story unravel, revealing just enough throughout it to keep you longing for more. As a result, the payoff is a well-written, suspenseful, and deeply erotic tale of fiery passion. For example, the author writes:
Cheyenne's breasts were firm and upturned; her nipples were emergent like a flower to the sun's radiance. Taj watched her in profile and his breath caught in his throat.
As she turned her back to him, the fullness of her spoke to him. The curves of her waist, her long golden legs were magical. And when she pivoted like a ballerina and turned to face him, he saw the patch that covered her sex. Taj was overwhelmed with unfamiliar, intense sensations.
Muy Caliente!
"Jasminium" is the type of book lovers should take turns reading to one another while sipping white wine and listening to John Coltrane in the background. But what else would you expect from an author published by Zane's Strebor imprint, the number one African-American, erotica publisher in the business? You should expect nothing but the best, which is exactly what this book delivers.
Highly Recommended |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 398
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, January 04, 2005 - 01:38 am: |
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Hello Manuel
Now I've managed to put myself in a spot. See, I have a few problems with your review. Now I am just trying to keep it real with you. However, I can't or should I say will not get all involved in it. But hey, thanks for sharing that with us, I'm glad you enjoyed the book.
Carey |
Emanuel
AALBC .com Platinum Poster
Username: Emanuel
Post Number: 77
Registered: 03-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, January 04, 2005 - 10:13 am: |
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That's cool Carey. Hit me up offline at emanuelcarpenter@yahoo.com. |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 400
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, January 04, 2005 - 02:51 pm: |
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Yeah, btw, I received your newsletter and like I said in your spot, I think you have a nice Web Site, very mellow, easy on the eyes, good job! |
Thumper
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Thumper
Post Number: 311
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Tuesday, January 04, 2005 - 11:53 pm: |
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Hello All,
Bookreader: I see that you were "annoyed" by my review. It's obvious that we disagree. You wrote, "Or does what Thumper say goes?".
I reply, And the problem with that would be...what? *eyebrow raised* I don't have a problem with that sentiment and fully believe it is one you should adopt as soon as humanly possible. Because...*psst* come closer to the screen cuz I don't want nobody else to hear, I got something to tell ya...because there is nothing wrong with having GOOD taste! *big smile* |
Crystal
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Crystal
Post Number: 182
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Wednesday, January 05, 2005 - 11:41 am: |
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Good to see some things don't change. Welcome back Thumper - big head and all! |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 403
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Saturday, January 08, 2005 - 04:07 pm: |
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Hello All
Watch out now Chris-stale, if I didn't know you better I'd think you were trying to get a little poke in yourself (Cyn-cyn, poke like in crack or jab or taunt *smile*. But I know you truely miss my guy Thump and you meant no harm......I think *lol*. Carry on but watch yourself, all closed eyes ain't sleep.....heard me. I am getting ready to produce some smiles so I ain't got time to be kickin' it with y'all at the moment so be coo!
Carey |
Crystal
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Crystal
Post Number: 184
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, January 09, 2005 - 06:23 pm: |
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Carey, you need to stay out me and Thumper's grown folks business. He know's who's who and what's what.
And that's Ms. Crystal to you. |
Carey
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Carey
Post Number: 405
Registered: 05-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Sunday, January 09, 2005 - 08:50 pm: |
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OOuuuu Weeeee, stop it, stop it........come to think of if, don't stop, keep on doing what you do ......ahh.....Ms. Crystal if you're nasty <<<< I stoled that from Ms. Jackson but if the shoe fits......
Btw, I almost forgot, happy 55th birthday, Double Nickels. Just like a fine wine, it gets better with age and of course you got a few *smile*. But hey, Thump doesn't call me ol'Grayhead for nothing.....or does he, I can't talk can I, huuumm? |
Crystal
"Cyniquian" Level Poster
Username: Crystal
Post Number: 185
Registered: 01-2004
Rating: N/A
Votes: 0 (Vote!) | | Posted on Monday, January 10, 2005 - 12:23 pm: |
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I don't get it. Whose birthday is it?
No you did not ask me if I'm nasty! |
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