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C.e. Grundler

C.e. Grundler

About

I've spent far too much time around boats and trucks, sailing, working on engines and generally not behaving according to expectations. A life-long resident of New Jersey, I've grown up on and around boats, sailed the region's waters single-handed since childhood, and done a little of everything from boat restorations and repairs to managing a boatyard and working in commercial marine transportation. My work has been published in Boating on the Hudson, Offshore Magazine and DIY Boat Owner Magazine. I divide my time between working on Annabel Lee, my 32' trawler, and writing. I'm currently moving ahead with the next book in this series, No Wake Zone.

New Alpha Rising: Ascension Part I

New Alpha Rising: Ascension Part I

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<p>Countless years ago, measured in thousands, the Gods came first. Monstrous creations were born of their frivolity. Like the Gods, some of the creations were peaceful, others not. Their duty to preserve the earth completed once more, however, the day came that the Gods had to leave earth. Unleashed and with loose regulation, the abominable creations left behind multiplied. In their midst, another conception came to be, and his kind would exist absolutely outside of the God’s purview.<br />Unmated, alone, and untrusting of others, Chatran was charged to go to a place and protect the father of a great child, yet unborn. This duty, however, was unknown to the most cognizant part of Chatran. Only the Beast, who resided within him, knew. As a result, the Beast led Chatran to Walhalla, North Dakota. Although his initial charge was to protect the father he found there, Chatran also gained a mate and Pack. With them, Chatran also found a new way forward, and started on a course that would lead to – New Alpha Rising: Ascension.</p>

Story Behind The Book

For each copy of Last Exit In New Jersey sold from December 1, 2010 through January 31, $1.00 will be donated to the New Jersey Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (www.njspca.org). The NJSPCA, a non-profit organization, receives no government aid or tax dollars. It is funded solely by donations, grants, bequests and fines levied. My goal is to raise not only funds, but public awareness for the NJSPCA as they aid the welfare of animals throughout the state. Donations can also be made directly to the NJSPCA through their website: www.njspca.org For more information, please visit the author’s website: http://www.cegrundler.com/works.htm Or www.njspca.org

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Red Adept Reviews gave Last Exit In New Jersey 5 Stars and named it one of the three best mysteries of 2010. She said:  <br /><br />This is one of the best books I have read in quite awhile. And, with as many books as I read, that's saying something. The plot was a winding road leading across a vast coastline of mayhem. The storyline had me guessing right up until the last chapter. <br /><br />The narrative was fast paced and nerve wracking. From the rather passive opening to the nail -biting action scenes, I was held enthralled. <br /><br />The tale opened with the main character, Hazel, disposing of a dead body, along with her father and friend. The story climbed to several crescendos from there. The chapters alternated between being told from the point of view of Hazel to the viewpoint of Hammon, the other main character. Each chapter left me unable to stop reading until I had started the next. <br /><br />Expertly composed, this novel kept me glued to my Kindle. I had question upon question about what was going on and how it was going to end. There was zero disappointment as the ending tied up everything neatly. <br /><br />Character Development: 5 Stars <br /><br />As noteworthy as the plot, the characters were terrific. Hazel was sassy and strong, yet with a compelling hint of vulnerability. She was completely believable. <br /><br />Hammon was my favorite character. He was insane and confused, but that made him the most fun. His friend Annabelle was my second favorite character. They played off of each other with humor and melancholy in a wonderful mix. <br /><br />Writing Style: 5 Stars <br /><br />The composition style worked perfectly for this story. I loved the switching of viewpoints and the way it kept me guessing without contrived cliff-hangers. The dialogue was crisp and completely realistic. There was just the right amount of humor injected to give the tale a little lift, without downplaying the gravity of the situations. The descriptions were vivid enough to make me feel like I was watching this book on a movie screen. <br />