Caroline

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Summary: From Generation to Generation
Review: After being charged for a crime that she didn't commit, Caroline Thomas is labeled insane and sent to a mental health facility for further evaluation. Deeply confused and with no recollection of the crime, she is put in the hands of Dr. Marvin Patterson, who is assigned to her case. Through the power of hypnosis, Caroline goes back to the memories of her childhood. From the funeral of her teenage mother and early days in her grandmother's brothel to her eventual spiral into prostitution and alcoholism, she slowly begins to reconnect with the details of her life.

In her debut novel, Sharon Elizabeth Gambrell crafts a story that is both stellar and breathtaking. The story and characters that lie throughout CAROLINE are compelling and they will draw you in with just the first paragraph. Through the various tragedies and triumphs of the characters, you will find yourself captivated. The story that unfolds is haunting, yet touches you to the depths of the human soul. After the last page is turned, readers will be eagerly anticipating a sequel.

CAROLINE is an excellent, well-written novel and I can only hope that this is the not the end for Mrs. Gambrell. She has indeed cemented her place as a prolific author in the literary industry.

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Summary: Keep the tape rolling Doc......
Review: I could not wait to get home to post my review. This book was fantastic! It kept me going from the beginning to the end. For this to be Sharon's first book, is unbelievaable. Where has she been? I loved her writing style. I didn't think anyone could come close to my favorite author, J. California Cooper. But Sharon certainly has my attention. Any book she writes, will definetly be on my must read list. Her cast of characters in this novel were quite interesting, and they all surprised you as you walked through life with each and every one of them. All I have to say is, hurry up and write the sequel. Once this is done, I would love to see your book made into a mini series. And the only person I would trust to do it justice would be Oprah Winfrey. I can see Oprah playing the part of Chester's wife Belle. Actually she could probably play the part of Grandma Mabel quite well, but since Oprah is our national treasure, it would be hard for people to see her play a Madam. Anyway, my thumb goes all the way for Caroline. I just put the book down, and already I miss the characters. I look forwad to reading your next book Sharon Elizabeth Gambrell. It was an honor to read your very first novel.

Sherry Jackson-Howard
Trenton, NJ

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Summary: dynamic novel
Review: This is indeed a fantastic novel and very well written. I can bearly wait for a sequel. What about a movie or a mini series? I reccommend this book to everyone