If ever there was a main character I could relate to, Laroche is it. I find it interesting that the nonfiction piece focuses the readers attention mainly on someone other than the narrator, but it seems to work in this. The narrator is more of a side character in the story, and I am ok with that because frankly I find the narrator uninteresting and dull. Laroche is where interesting things go on.
But then again, Laroche is almost a side character as well. Frequently whole chapters will go by with nary a mention of him or his adventures. So really this almost seems like a documentary focused on Orchids, Florida, and the wierd people that have anything to do with the other two subjects.
I didn't really like the long long interludes about the history of orchids, the history or florida, and all the other things the author talked about. My main interest was definately Laroche, I wanted to hear more about him and every time the author left me hanging to talk about Florida Property Scams I felt betrayed.
But at the same time I found some of them very interesting. The interlude about Orchid Hunters Throughout history was riviting and sidesplitting for me. I loved hearing about those badass flower pickers.
As I said, I found the Author boring as a character, but maybe that's what she wanted, so I can forgive her for that. What I can't forgive is her spending years researching orchids and looking forward to seeing a ghost orchid then just giving up. I found the ending very dissapointing for that reason.
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I have a book for you! D. K. Christi watched the myterious ghost orchid of Corkscrew Swamp from its surprise blooming on her birthday in July 2007 through three, three-month summers. She watched every nuance of change and found her own life changing at the same time. Inspired by its rare and exquisite beauty, she wrote Ghost Orchid, released in 2009.
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For Immediate Release November 13, 2009
A mysterious orchid is central to a story
of love, lies, and redemption
Ghost Orchid, a Mainstream Fiction/Paranormal novel, was released by publisher L&L Dreamspell in October 2009.
Once more before I die…the haunting mantra of a lonely woman. A woman grieving more than one loss.
On her regular walks amongst the splendor of the Audubon Society sanctuary, situated at the edge of the Florida Everglades, the sights and sounds of nature filled the void in Mel’s soul. She found peace here. No tears for what might have been. Only joy for having experienced the ecstasy of a great love. Her secrets stayed buried.
In another part of the world an exquisitely beautiful young woman also found peace by immersing herself in nature, capturing its beauty on film for National Geographic. Educated in Europe’s finest boarding schools, Neev became a model at fourteen, but after four years of posing and false smiles she knew she wanted more out of life. She quit modeling to study Philosophy at Oxford University.
Neev’s love of photography brought her to the other side of the camera lens, and to exotic locations around the globe. Working on assignment with famous photographer Roger Andrew, she often trekked deep into the jungle in search of rare flowers. Having a young, beautiful woman as a partner seemed like a good omen, and Roger thought their travels together could lead to a unique discovery. In spite of the age difference, their shared passion soon blossomed into a loving relationship. He wondered why someone so young would crave this nomadic, isolated lifestyle. Although Neev did share bits of information about her family, she always kept parts of her past a secret.
When a Ghost Orchid began to bloom at the Audubon Society sanctuary, Roger knew this was the opportunity he’d been waiting for. Neev was reluctant to visit Florida, for personal reasons, but he convinced her to accompany him on the trip.
After a series of odd coincidences, they soon discovered this sensuous flower wasn’t just rare and beautiful, it also had a strange, mystical power…
– released in October 2009, Distributor – Ingram
ISBN 978-1-60318-136-5 – Mainstream Fiction/Paranormal Trade Paperback - $14.95 –
Page Count 166 Learn more at www.lldreamspell.com
AUTHOR SIGNING: 23 Dec. 2009 – 2-4 PM North Shore Books 315 Center St. North Muskegon, MI 49445 231.981.0606 231.981.0607 fax info@northshorebookstore.com www.northshorebookstore.com Ghost Orchid by D.K. Christ iwww.dkchristi.com
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D. K. Christi lives in Bonita Springs, FL. www.dkchristi.com