Review of Circle of Innocents

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I’m looking forward to digging into this novel to know about the challenges presented to the characters and how Wayne, Samantha, Joanne, Andy and Chris protect each other from the puppeteer. Battle between good and evil! Congrats to the author!
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I read this genre very rarely, but a battle between good and evil is always intriguing. However, I probably cannot handle the supernatural aspects included in this book. The puppeteer alone definitely sounds creepy enough to give me chills. I hope Wayne finds a way to break free from puppeteer's manipulation. Thank you for the wonderful review!
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An extremely intriguing description in the review only further convinces me that this book is right up my alley with all supernatural aspects and people overcoming their issues to achieve noble goals. I am definitely going to read it at first given opportunity, so thank you for recommendation and congratulations on BOTD!
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Suspense, action and a page turning battle between good and evil, all intertwined with the relationship between parents and children. Sounds like a deep and interesting read. Thanks for highlighting the fact that the book is fast paced and never boring, just the kind of book I like!
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The themes looks interesting, but it doesn't beckon me to read. The characters' depth, chilling antagonist, and familial bonds impress, yet it falls outside my reading radar. It's not my genre pick.
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The author adeptly weaves the lives of characters like Wayne, marked by the scars of his first love, and Joanne and Samantha, a mother-daughter duo in a desperate flight from ominous forces. Curtis creates a world where the potential to confront malevolence resides within the characters.
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Many intertwined feelings here, good and evil, along with the composition of the characters, make the story interesting. Even if it didn't suit me, I think it will appeal to many people. Great review, beautifully written. Congrats on BOTD
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I like the fact that this book is full of suspense coupled with the exceptional edited version of the book. Thanks for an interesting review.
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I wasn't initially taken with this book when reading about Wayne’s past. Even the introduction of Sammy and Joanne was only mildly interesting, but when the creepy being-watched feeling set in, I was intrigued and willing to read more.
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An antagonist called puppeteer sends definitely a chilling image. Seems like the character work and relationships are strong points of this book.
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"Circle of Innocents" by Stephen D. Curtis is a story that draws the emotions of its readers. I love that the characters are well-developed. The book cover is beautiful. Congrats on BOTD. Nice review.
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'Official Review: Circle of Innocents' by Stephen D. Curtis informs readers of the minute details of the crime thriller story. It pinpoints the bright aspects of the book for omnivorous readers. The point that the book is a captivating tale of love, manipulation, and the battle between good and evil is worth mentioning in the review. Another noteworthy feature in the book is that the characters create an emotional depth, drawing readers into their journey. Also, as mentioned in the review, the story begins with a blend of suspense, action, and introspection. It was great learning that the narrative is both gripping and emotionally resonant!
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From a sampling, this seems like an interesting thriller story following, Wayne and his first love, and Joanne and Samantha, as their lives become entwined in a story of love and the battle of good and evil as they attempt to combat the "puppeteer." Will they succeed in this battle against evil? It might be worth a second look. Well done.
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Post by Nemanja Jankovic »

"Circle of Innocents" by Stephen D. Curtis is a book about the fight between good and evil, but also a book about love. The characters in the book like Wayne, Joanne, and Samantha are very well thought-out. The book perfectly combines action and suspense.
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Based on the review, the author did a superb job in keeping the reader in suspense of wondering what will happen next with the characters. I also get the sense this book leans toward suspenseful horror rather than mystery or thriller. Great review!
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