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Thank You Patt - A Cat on Mars

8/5/2021

I had the best review for my book: A Cat on Mars
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"I purchased this book with the intention of giving it to a child, but of course, I always read these books first to see if my gift choice is appropriate. I was not disappointed with Ms. Nation's story about Frederick the Cat who made it to Mars. The story is told from the perspective of the cat, yet it still a quite human experience. The language is age appropriate for primary school readers, yet the plot is entertaining for teens and adults to read." - P.O.

Hobnobby's Story

2/28/2021

4.0 out of 5 stars Interesting and entertaining
Reviewed in the United States on February 6, 2021
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This book is like a sampler box of candy, as Ms. Nation provides a sampling of four interwoven tales that sail between the real world and the one of fantasy. It was intriguing how these stories were successfully intertwined. - P.O.

A Cat on Mars

2/22/2021

5.0 out of 5 stars A cute cat story
Reviewed in the United States on September 29, 2020
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This is a very cute futuristic cat story. I love how most of it is from the cat's perspective. The dialog between the cat and other animals is adorable. - M.S.B.

Formatting Your Book

2/22/2021

"Sure, that's so great! Reaching to authors directly!! I will get back to you no matter I understand or not." - M.F.
Using Word to Format Your Book - ebook
Thank you, I could see no reason why many of us couldn't do this ourselves. The
print book is also available.

My Latest Reviews

1/20/2021

I want to thank everyone who wrote a review under my books on Amazon. Your responses have meant a lot to me. These are just a few.
Bridge - 5*- Most accurate description of a tragic event. Highly recommend-M.B.
Danube - 4* - I did not guess several of the twists in the mystery! - C.P.
Similar - 5* - I found the characters are relatable and real - customer
5* - I enjoyed this book! It's a well thought out futuristic mystery with good twists and turns.
Cruise - 5* - The mystery and action throughout the characters' Hawaiian cruise is excellent! Added are details of cruise life and sight seeing along the way. I felt I was right there in the story. - S.C.
Eye of the Throne - 5* - This is a very creative book by a talented writer who excels in science fiction-unknown.

Where Did They Go? Review

10/29/2020

"I just finished 'Where did they go? The World of Vesda'. LOVED it.
Started it and could not put down! Now on to the 2nd book in this series. -M.G.S.
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Susan, devastated by her husband's death in a car accident, finds herself in a another world. When her new friends stir up old memories, she's convinced her husband was murdered.

Review on Christmas Gift

10/9/2020

Christmas The Gift of Friendship is a great little read full of Christmas cheer!
It seems to be just a good story. There's Christmas cheer, talks of a Christmas play and traditions, presents and lots of fun! It teaches a great lesson of the traditions of Christmas. There's also elves, which is cute.
I enjoyed reading this quirky little tale and I highly recommend picking it up if you are looking for a short read. - Briar's Reviews on Smashwords.

Thank you Briar, I appreciate it.- A. Nation

Review on Mystery Along the Italian Coast

9/22/2020

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A fascinating glimpse into the life of Rosetta Blessing and her daughter Joyce. After opening their detective agency, they go on a trip to Italy. Their vacation turns not only into a delightful look at Italian History, but an opportunity to solve an intriguing mystery that seems to follow them wherever they go. I really enjoyed this book and recommend it highly. - Jean D.

Comment after reading The Night the Bridge Collapsed

8/30/2020

Verified Purchase - 5 stars
I enjoyed this fascinating glimpse into another time when the Spokane Street Bridge, in Post Falls, Idaho, collapsed. Often people are unaware of so many interesting aspects of history, and this author has a talent for bringing the past alive.- Jean D.

Verified Purchase - 5 stars
This tragic incident was something I'd never heard about. The recounted story was well written and not over embellished. The still working flashlight and the events that followed were very interesting. The photos included gave a wonderful perspective of such a sad occurrence.-unknown

"I just finished now read your book ! I love it! I think is amazing idea using historic informations together with ficção is really very interesting! I will dropped a review in Amazon at soon! Thank you for so nice book"-Silvane H.
Though this is a true story, some parts had to be fictionalized to create the settings.- N. A. Nation

My Beta's Review

6/19/2020

One of my Beta's said this about one of my characters. This alien takes care of the local library. "I like how you write the old Citra character, really paints a picture in my head!"
"The characters especially the small hominins are so interesting."
"Very good read!!! Enjoyed it, and left me wondering and hanging on for the next book or what happens next!"-S.C.