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When
fake psychic Samantha Brennan heads to Sedona, Arizona, as
the spiritual adviser of the aging bad boy of rock, Rand Riker
— she never expects to uncover the most shocking secret
the government has kept for the last sixty years: the truth
about the being in the spaceship that crashed in Roswell,
New Mexico in 1947.
But questions abound in Sedona in the days leading up to an
awesome harmonic convergence, which sends Sedona’s mysterious
energy off the charts. Such as why Rand defends the most reviled
man in the country, militia guru Normal Frankly, accused to
trying to kill Arizona’s charismatic senator, Kenny
Campbell. Or why Kenny’s real definition of family values
doesn’t jibe with what he claims in the photo ops. Even
Samantha’s favorite partner in crime, goddess-in-hiding
Special Agent Annabelle Haggerty of the FBI wrestles with
the most destructive paradox of her life.
With gods and goddesses wielding unimaginable powers, and
the shape shifting rock people twisting the very surface of
the earth, as Sedona heads into the darkest night the planet
has ever seen, Samantha wonders which, if any of them, will
survive it. But she should know by now that when Celtic gods
are involved, nothing is ever as it appears.
MAGICAL ALIENATION takes the urban fantasy-mystery trend into
brand new territory — beyond vampires and werewolves
— to creatures that are both wacky and wonderful. MAGICAL
ALIENATION is in turns enchanting, suspenseful, funny, sexy
and touching. It will appeal to readers in the mystery, fantasy
and romance genres, as well as to metaphysical and New Age
readers.
REVIEWS!
"With
few modern followers, a goddess has to find new work. "Magical
Alienation" is a blend of modern fantasy and mystery
as a sham of a psychic in Samantha Brennan finds alliance
with Celtic goddess turned government agent as they investigate
an unusual happening surrounding Roswell. As one would expect,
aliens may be involved and they may not have the best of intents
for the world. With old protectors of the planet rising to
the challenge, Kris Neri creates a fun adventure with plenty
of twists. 'Magical Alienation' is worth considering for fans
of the modern fantasy genre, recommended."
--Small Press Bookwatch
"My
favorite aspect of Neri's novels is the Samantha Brennan character,
who is absolutely hilarious. Samantha's self-deprecating and
whimsical personality is written to perfection by Neri. Samantha
is the driving force behind this book. I found myself on several
occasions chuckling out loud as I read along with Samantha's
play-by-play style inner dialogue and constant frustration
over others' attempts to go to do and be more. The best way
I an describe this book is if you could take Neil Gaiman's
AMERICAN GODS, and somehow inject it with laughing gas. MAGICAL
ALIENATION is a fun read speculative fiction fans will have
no problem enjoying."
-- Tales of the Talisman
"I
know this sounds so implausible – fake psychics, Celtic
gods and goddesses, militia, rock stars and aliens from Area
51. But, somehow, Kris Neri makes it work perfectly in her
second Samantha Brennan and Annabelle Haggerty Magical Mystery,
Magical Alienation.... You do have to suspend disbelief to
appreciate this novel, but it’s easy to do. Neri sucks
readers into Samantha Brennan’s world. And, the author,
who lives in Sedona, does a wonderful job in describing the
area and its beauty and attraction for so many people. In
this book, it becomes the center of the universe for nuts
of all types, from aliens to gods to militia to false psychics.
Magical Alienation is a treat for any readers who appreciate
fantasy laced with mystery and humor."
- Lesa Holstine, Lesa's Book Critiques
“Magical Alienation is an excellent read featuring an
endearing fake psychic who's not as fake as she'd like to
be, amid a hilarious tangle of gods and goddesses. Samantha
and her Celtic-goddess sidekick Haggerty make this book a
winner!”
— Allyson James, National bestselling author of Stormwalker
“MAGICAL ALIENATION is fearless, frenetic, and funny.
Kris Neri's tale of gods and rock stars and fake psychics
has more twists and turns than a French braid, and she employs
all her mystery-writer's chops to keep readers spellbound
from beginning to end, wondering who's really who and what's
really next.”
— Jeff Mariotte, author of the Dark Vengeance Series
“What a fresh, fun read! Magical Alienation tugs at
all the sensitive spots. It's intriguing and IMPOSSIBLE to
put down! Get this book. You will not be disappointed!”
— Darynda Jones, author of SECOND GRAVE TO THE LEFT
“What fun! MAGICAL ALIENATION is a sparkling, woo-woo
romp.”
— Barbara D’Amato, author of OTHER EYES
“Magic, mystery, mayhem…Magical Alienation has
it all. A sassy spiritual advisor to the stars who is admittedly
‘no more psychic than a tire iron,’ ancient (and
sexy) Celtic gods, and a sometimes sinister, mysterious inhabitant
of 51 make for one fun, sometimes creepy tale of paranormal
adventure. If you hold the secret suspicion that mythical
creatures not only exist, but are present in our modern lives,
check out Neri’s Magical Alienation. You’ll be
glad you did.”
— Juliet Blackwell, National Bestselling author of Hexes
and Hemlines and
If Walls Could Talk
"...I strongly suggest that you buy, borrow or steal
a copy of the book. I’m giving it FIVE stars and a bullet
point. I can’t wait for Madam Samantha, and Haggerty’s
next case to appear on the bookshelves of a store near you."
-NoraAdrienne's Reviews
"...a
witty irreverent and enthralling paranormal thriller. Fast-paced,
readers will enjoy the fascinating return of Brennan and Haggerty
on their latest magical mystery tour."
- Harriet Klausner, Genre-Go-Round
"MAGICAL ALIENATION is a fairly fast-paced adventure.
The explanation behind the mystery is detailed and interesting.
The Gods and Goddesses portion of the novel will make the
reader laugh, bite their nails, and avidly read on. Mystery
readers should look into this one."
- Freshfiction.com
"Magical
Alienation is a mystical romp of mystery, romance and fantasy.
This witty, page-turner will keep you guessing and begging
for more. Move over J.K. Rowling, Kris Neri’s book with
its cast of characters of gods, goddesses, rock stars, as
well as main character, the amusing, fake psychic, Samantha
Brennan, is as refreshing as a Sedona spa."
- Sally Marks, Author of Erase Negativity and Embrace
the Magic Within
"I found myself laughing at the whimsy and humorous
characters, scowling at the bad guys and just plain enjoying
the start to finish wild ride of this very humorous, very
creative and entertaining read. Fun, Fun, Fun!"
- R.P. Dahlke, All-Mystery E-Newsletter
“You’ve gotta love a mortal protagonist that reduces
a Celtic god to groveling. Beneath Samantha Brennan’s
fashionista exterior is a character with character, willing
to confront a philandering politician and a two-timing deity.
And who among us can resist the charm of a plus-size heroine?
Kris Neri has written another engaging tale of women righting
wrongs. Her duo of Annabelle (goddess/FBI agent) and Samantha
(mortal/fake psychic) confront aging rock stars, militiamen,
aliens and gods to unravel the mystery of what happened at
Roswell in 1947. Magical Alienation is a page turner, with
a plot driven by characters I want to follow on many more
adventures.”
— Therese Ambrose Smith, author of WAX
“MAGICAL ALIENATION is one of a kind. Funny, fanciful
and dominated by two very different woman. One a pseudo-psychic,
who has more powers than she gives herself credit for; the
other an FBI agent who is actually an ancient goddess wanting
to deny her powers. In a world populated by humans, gods and
demigods these two work to resolve the issue of an imprisoned
alien while a war between the superhuman factions takes place
in heaven. Mysterious, quirky, and full of the unexpected.”
— Connie Flynn, fantasy, romance and mystery author
and co-founder to Bootcamp for Novelists Online, a writing
school.
"...a
neat cross between fantasy and suspense, with romance overtones
thrown in...subplots converge in Sedona for the thrilling
climax of this magic-studded read."
-- Suspense Magazine
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