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Loading... Through Violet Eyes (2004)by Stephen Woodworth
None. Through Violet Eyes is Stephen Woodworth’s debut novel. I thought this book sounded a lot better then it turned out to be. I liked the idea behind the story that is what drew my attention to the book in the first place - it was very different and not something you read about a lot, however, I thought the character development was weak therefore the romantic sub-plot seemed clumsy and forced. The ending was sad and not what I expected, but I am glad it ended the way it did. I will continue with the series. The ending makes me feel like I need to read on. (  ) chrissywest | Jan 9, 2011 |  First book by this author that I have read and a quite unusual type of thriller. Fast read and a page-turner with an eerie twist. Back Cover Blurb: The police call them The Violets.....They have a special gift that is crime-fighting's secret weapon..... Through their violet eyes, they can actually expose the face of a murderer. But now one killer is closing their violet eyes - permanently - and even the FBI can't stop him. ( ) mazda502001 | Jan 18, 2010 | This is my first book by Stephen Woodworth. I was very impressed by this story, it was unlike anything else that I have read recently. This is definetly a recommendable book. It held quite a realistic view of societies view of the unknown. Dan's hestiatance with Natalie due to his fear of her ability was one that anyone could relate. I was pleased that he found a way to over come his stereotypes to really care for Natalie. It also interested me the effects of their ability was enough to make some of them crazy in the end, which it is quite believable if you were to spend your whole life talking to ghosts. I just learned that this book is part of a series called 'Violets'. I wonder if there will be just as good. (  )1  BookWhisperer | Feb 11, 2009 | I found this very original, and a quick but involving read. I admired the handling of the sci/fi aspect, in which the setting is nearly identical to real life, with just one twisty exception... very nice and not overplayed. The writing is average, and there are some cliches, but the pacing is brisk, the premise is novel, and the plot is satisfyingly knotty. ( ) taz_ | Feb 6, 2009 | This was sort of your typical "catch the serial killer" thriller with a nice original twist. The Violets make things interesting. I wasn't expecting one of the twists at the end. The next three books in the series will be immediately added to my wish list! (  ) miyurose | Dec 12, 2008 | no reviews | add a review
Amazon.com Product Description (ISBN 0553803379, Mass Market Paperback)In a world where the dead can testify against the living, someone is getting away with murder. Because to every generation are born a select few souls with violet-colored eyes, and the ability to channel the dead. Both rare and precious—and rigidly controlled by a society that craves their services—these Violets perform a number of different duties. The most fortunate increase the world's cultural heritage by channeling the still-creative spirits of famous dead artists and musicians. The least fortunate aid the police and the law courts, catching criminals by interviewing the deceased victims of violent crime.But now the Violets themselves have become the target of a brutal serial murderer—a murderer who had learned how to mask his or her identity even from the victims. Can the FBI, aided by a Violet so scared of death that she is afraid to live, uncover the criminal in time? Or must more of her race be dispatched to the realm that has haunted them all since childhood? (retrieved from Amazon Fri, 11 Jan 2013 03:03:27 -0500) No library descriptions found. |
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