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chrisalys

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I have been writing since I was a teenager. It has always been an escape for me; and there have been areas in my life from which I have definitely wanted to escape, as I am sure with everyone else on this site. Writing Inside Out was a cathartic experience for me as it was a catalyst for change and gave me a new perspective on self-acceptance. Writing the book did really change my life which always sounds a cliche but is part of the truth. The other part that helped was learning shamanism which healed issues in the most amazing way. All this having been said I am lucky to be a mother of two wonderful children and a full time teacher and I have a very accepting partner and a wonderfully supportive family. I have stability in my life and the avenue for self-expression in my writing.

Inside Out and The Olive Tree are both finished books but only part of each is uploaded at the moment (it takes ages).

Inside Out is a murder mystery of sorts..it is a murder of common occurence ending in a psychological battle for the self.


I always return reads and I like all genres, well mostly!
This site takes up too much of my time and it's getting harder to climb the ratings... so if you like the book, please back it...

favourite books

Saving Fish from Drowning by Amy Tan
White Teeth by Zade Smith
The Idea of Perfection by Kate Grenville
How to Know God by Deepak Chopra
any books by Coetze
Steinbeck's Cannery Row, East of Eden, Of Mice and Men and The Pearl.

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Inside Out

chris ricketts

As one life is ended through a series of injections so another one is released to begin; but can the past be buried?


The twist in this story changes perceptions.

Joe is killing off the woman in his life through a series of injections. For years he has felt imprisoned by her presence, misunderstanding that she is an integral part of his existence and that he really can’t live without her. As Rachel's final days are planned, can Joe create his new life or will his past come back to haunt him?
Rachel has tried for years to find a way of coping with her painful existence; but she can see no way out other than to give in to the needles.
Brian is trying to make it in the world of publishing but when he finds the book that could totally save his business the author has mysteriously disappeared. In his search for the author, Brian uncovers a story that if written would be better than any fictional plot.

 

The Olive Tree

chris ricketts

When harsh words are said amidst the branches of an olive tree, the life of Yani Souvris changes irrevocably.


Set in the Peloponnese peninsula of Greece, The Olive Tree is the story of Yanni Souvris. When words are spoken in the branches of an old olive tree, his life falls down around his feet. Leaving his sheltered valley existence for the city, Yanni meets Anna, Christos and Adam - others who also have histories to hide. The Olive Tree is a story of how the sins of the fathers are born by the sons, weaving tragedy through the family tree. It is a story of human self-deception amidst earthy passions. It is a lyrical book.

 

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I wrote 112 days ago

Really well written, has a good fast moving plot and smooth narrative. This was a good read. I really hope that you do well with it. Best of luck Chris (inside Out) view book

I wrote 174 days ago

This is areally interesting stroy line and i think the characters are easy to identify with and the pace is well maintained through the opening chapters. I am happy to back this book and hope it does well for you. Chris (inside Out) view book

I wrote 174 days ago

Love historical books as i am a History teacher. This has a great pace and reality to it. I am happily working my way through the chapters and the story is well told. Backed with pleasure Chris (inside out) view book

I wrote 174 days ago

This is a very interesting book and it is very well written. You are a writer with a great deal of ability. There are so many on this site... sometimes it is hard to see why they are not published when i stand in a book shop and read some of the books out there! Backed with pleasure Chris (inside... view book

I wrote 195 days ago

Thank you for your kind comment on my book. As a History teacher it was easy to like this book and revel in its past. This is so well written and deserves to do well. I enjoyed my read. Good luck with this. Backed with pleasure. Sorry the comment isn't longer or more illucidating but I'm very tied f... view book

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