Official Review: Graced 1943 by Courtney Williamson Milford

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Re: Official Review: Graced 1943 by Courtney Williamson Milf

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This book is a reality with the possibilities in the fiction world in time past. The creativeness of bringing in the art of supernatural being and the protective aspect from the possessors of this powers from being miss used for evil purpose. This gives a reader a wider creation of thinking and l know this what current bigger people population need to keep a their minds spinning. Thank you
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A historical fiction fantasy novel sounds quite unusual and rather interesting.
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I don't know if one can say this book belongs to the magical realism genre, but I think it's pretty cool that the writer could combine history and fantasy like this. From this review, I got the impression that the author did a great job of fitting both aspects together. The fact that it has many characters is sure to keep the reader occupied as there's always a lot to learn from characters and their relationships. There are some books that are so good that editing problems can be forgiven. I hope this is one of such books. Thanks a lot for sharing. I think I'll add this to my bookshelf.
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I love that this book takes the reader to so many exciting places....Caribbean, Europe, North and South America! That is a plus for me! However, I'm not really a fan of this genre. I did download it, though just in case one rainy afternoon calls for a change in my reading habits. Thank you so much for your review! :-)
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This books sounds unique since not many fantasy novels are set in the world war 2 era. The setting and people with powers seems like an intriguing combination. Great review.
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Thanks for the review. You make this sound like a really great read. I think it sounds like something that I would enjoy, even though I am not too interested in WWII. It is too bad that there are too many grammatical errors for you to give it 4 stars.
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Alright! Shapeshifters! Locators! Otherworldly Abilities! I'm excited, thus one is right up my alley! This sounds like a fun and creepy ride for sure! Too bad about the lack of editing. Maybe the author can get that fixed. Thanks for the insightful review.
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Im not a big fan of the war or the cliffhanger part but I am all for the historical part of fantasy. I look forward to reading this book because of it.
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Interesting and novel take on the possibilities for WWII. Perhaps, after a professional editing, the book will make it to four stars. It is always a shame to read a book with great potential, to have it be self-sabotaged by its lack of editing. Good job on your review!
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I like the blend of history and fantasy, I don't see this combination too often. I'm glad you enjoyed the book. Great review!
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I got a "Mrs Pegerines Home for Exceptional Children" feel from the description more than I got a Twilight vibe.

I look forward to reading the book and finding out which direction it heads, WWII isn't my usual setting choice
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This book sounds promising. If I had one of those gifts, It would be awesome. I wish I was a Knower. It calls my attention the setting of the story WWII. It's just out of the ordinary. Too bad the book wasn't professionally edited.
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A bit like twilight, but back during world war 2. Well of course, they were alive back then. I wonder if the Graced had to deal with the vampires?
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This sounds so exciting! I read the first chapter and was drawn into this book almost immediately! this tale is so much more than just supernatural thingy.
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Post by Xaint »

Wonderful!
My kind of book, a very nice concept.
Their special abilities makes them a very rare family and the part where they have to cheat, this makes the whole story more realistic.
In our real world no matter how special or powerful you are, you can't be flawless!
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