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Jonathan Fesmire

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original review 1/16/2018 (read again 8/24/2021, before starting "The Jade Lake"):
Let me start off by saying that I've never read anything "steampunk," and I'm not big on westerns, so I wasn't sure what I was in for with this story. I do, however, latch on to most anything touting zombies...
While the story started off rather slow (for me), it did pick up around the fourth chapter. From then on, I could hardly put it down!
The characters were very well-written and believable as far as the everyday 'normal' versions of what you might expect them to be. I did a little fact-checking along the way when I came upon some words that I had doubts about being in use for the time period--I love it when I'm wrong, and I learned the origins of a few! (The author has a blurb at the end of the book [Notes on the Setting] where he says that it isn't an accurate representation of the city because it's in an alternate universe, but the way it's written, it very well could be as far as the time period is concerned.)
The storyline was interesting as far as bringing me into this new genre. Although I'm not much on reading fantasy stories, I am definitely glad I checked this one out. Let me rephrase that: I didn't USED to be into fantasy. There are a few twists in the story that I didn't see coming, so that definitely kept it interesting. There is some sex woven into the storyline, but not enough to really mention, and definitely nothing graphic. The zombies, while not what we may have become accustomed to in the world of the walking dead, didn’t play as big the part I thought they would (as far as what we are 'used to' with mainstream zombies and hordes of them), but they fit this story well. It was a treat to follow the progress, or lack of, their reanimations. You never knew what version you would get.
I loved the three main characters, but Anna has to be the hands-down favorite for me. A strong and extremely intelligent female character in the wild, wild, west? Yes, please! Cantrell and Creed have their merits, as well; I felt Creed’s pain at various times throughout the story, and Cantrell was no slouch in doing his part in the storyline.
I'm one that really gets immersed in to the story I'm reading, but only if it's worthy. This one was. I may have even shed a couple of tears; a couple of times. I found myself identifying with the characters and some of their pain. I hate being that way while I'm reading, but when all is said and done, if a story makes me laugh, or cry, or tense up during certain situations, I call that a very good read. This one did all three, at various times. Looking forward to more Bodacious Creed! (less)
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tLilly | Oct 21, 2022 |
WHAT'S BODACIOUS CREED AND THE JADE LAKE ABOUT?
Years ago, Bodacious Creed, was one of the most feared/respected/famous lawmen in nineteenth-century California—then he was killed, and somehow brought back to something like life due to some amazing technology, to become a super-powered force for good.

After his "resurrection" (for lack of a better term), he's started repairing his relationship with his daughter and has taken on a new level of folk-hero status as he seeks to take down the criminal empire that controls too much of California—and was responsible for his near-death.

One night he rushes to the rescue of an escaped Chinese slave—but is too late, and as she dies in his arms, she gives him enough information to track down where she escaped from so he can find some justice for her. Implanted in her are mechanical parts not too dissimilar from those he's been augmented with. The idea that women are having this done to them unwillingly (and for an unknown reason), is too much—so Creed sets his sights on bringing this done.

Creed sets out for San Francisco, finds new allies for his quest (think Team Arrow/Team Flash)—they're a strange batch of scientists, thinkers, and community activists looking for ways to make a difference. THey're also begging to have a series made centering on them. Between their resources and Creed's dogged determinism, they're sure to get to the bottom of things.

San Francisco of the time isn't the nicest place—which is pretty much how it's always fictionally depicted, I guess. It's not quite Mos Eisley, but the odds of finding even a mostly honest lawman aren't that great—so, Creed and his friends are largely on their own.

SO, WHAT DID I THINK ABOUT BODACIOUS CREED AND THE JADE LAKE?
Like its predecessor, Jade Lake, is simply an entertaining read—just look at all the elements: Western, Steampunk, and Zombies*. Take three beloved and entertaining genres and put them together—sure, so many things could go wrong—but it's hard to imagine how that's not a crowd-pleaser.

* Okay, I know I'm not a huge Zombie fan—but almost everyone else is.

And it is, Fesmire tells a good adventure story. I don't know what else to say about this, and I've tried. The Bodacious Creed series delivers what it promises: steam-powered action and adventure. With an enhanced coyote sidekick! How do you pass that up?
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hcnewton | Jan 10, 2022 |
Amber is a princess in the realm and a dragon. When she discovers her world is being destroyed because of a mysterious custodian of the Over World’s faltering beliefs and that an assassin is being sent in so that a new custodian will be made, she knows this cannot possibly be the solution. Determined to save both her world and the human custodian she risks all that she is to become human and travel to the Over World knowing she may never return.

This is a simple yet original quest type fantasy tale directed at older children and younger teens. For a reason I cannot now remember I read the first three or four chapters and either lost interest or had another book I wanted to read more come into my possession so there was a few month lag between the time I started and the time I finished. However, I am glad that I went back and stuck with the book to the end. It was an interesting tale overall. In parts the style of writing in this book is of the kind that makes me feel disassociated with the story. I can't pinpoint exactly what it is but I know I've had it come up in other books. This was only in a few parts and once I got back into reading the story I remained pretty invested. Amber seems to be an old soul in a young form (probably due to the fact she's really a dragon) and I enjoyed that aspect of her character. The story and characters all tied in well together and although it was all pretty pat and a little predictable I enjoyed reading it anyway. This is a nice fantasy tale written in a straightforward manner which might be good for young reluctant readers as there is not much complexity in either the plot or style of writing.… (mer)
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Jenson_AKA_DL | Dec 16, 2008 |

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