BOOK REVIEWS
BROKEN PROMISES
www.amazon.com/dp/B071CGS2MF
I just finished one of the page-turner's that I love to read. BROKEN PROMISES is a very enjoyable read. I didn't want to put the book down. The author writes of characters that are very true to life.
The ending was quite a surprise and I never saw it coming. I believe the author was trying to convey a strong message about abuse. I applaud her for that. There is so much abuse these days. I would recommend this book to anyone. It's a slow paced read but very real life. Quote From Back Of Book: A SUSPENSE THAT WILL KEEP YOU GUESSING! Gayle Pace
I enjoyed this book a great deal. It was very riveting and hard to put down; a real page turner. It kept you guessing until the very end. I'm a huge fan of Donna, I have loved her children's book series, The Tayla books, and have read them all to my children. I was extremely excited when I heard she came out with her first novel. I was not disappointed. I'm looking forward to more of her novels! Gillian Fisher
Now published by Custom Book Publications
NOT FORGOTTEN
www.amazon.com/dp/B01L1F9R5G
Donna M. Zadunajsky is a great beginning author. Every time I felt like I had the story figured out, there was a new twist to boggle my mind. I was not prepared for the last twist and it totally threw me for a loop. I can safely say, “I did not see that one coming”. Bookplex
What a roller coaster of a read. This book had twists and turns that you never see coming and an ending that leaves you satisfied. I could not put this book down and read it in 5 hours and even though I couldn't wait to get to the end to find out the conclusion I was sad when I finished because that meant I was done with the story. If you like mysteries that keep you guessing till the very end then this is the book for you. The characters are well written and I loved the relationship between Deanna and her son. If this is any indication that every book that Donna Zadunajsky writes is better that her last then count me as a fan. I loved this book and highly recommend it. Sam
Now published by Custom Book Publications
FAMILY SECRETS-BOOK 1
www.amazon.com/dp/B00SJXOBDW
In "Family Secrets" Donna M. Zadunajsky has again weaved a plot so full of twists and turns, loss and triumph, suspense, romance, and the deep emotions of a family in denial that it keeps you highly intrigued and guessing up until the final sentence. Much as she did in her previous novel, "Not Forgotten." Donna is a true storyteller who is masterful in creating the element of surprise and achieving superb realism. The best news yet, however, is that "Family Secrets" is the first in Zadunajsky's new "Second Chances" Series. When an author captures the imagination of the reader in so many heartfelt ways, "Second Chances" are never far away, if you can survive the upheavals in your life!--Deborah A. Bowman Stevens, author and Editor-in-Chief for Clasid Consultants Publishing, Inc.
If I could, I'd give this book at least an 8 Star!!! This book has kept my interest and kept me spell bound right from the beginning!! I must admit, I didn't want to put this book down!! It deals with broken relationships between a mother and her son. The mother is a workaholic as she follows her lifelong dreams. The son is angry at his mother for not being at home while he was growing up and after his father commits suicide. This book keeps you thinking you have everything figured out and then the author gives it another twist. This is the first book I have read from this author but it sure won't be the last one!!! I can hardly wait for Book 2 to come out. I'll be right in line to be one of the first to read it! You've done an outstanding job on this book Donna and I look forward to reading more books from you. I do believe I've found a great new author to add to my list of favorites. Judith Fritz
I wanted to let you that I finished your book. I put reviews on Amazon and Goodreads. I will be starting your 2nd book tomorrow. I enjoyed reading your book and look forward to the 2nd book.
I, also, wanted to tell you that I almost didn't read FAMILY SECRETS. My late husband committed suicide 23 years ago. My son was 15/16 years old. It brought up the suicide. I have PTSD from it so anything can bring it up. It can be a song, movie, TV show and pictures that brings it back.
I will let you know when I finish the 2nd book.
Thank you,
Mary Zebrowski
HIDDEN SECRETS- BOOK 2
www.amazon.com/dp/B01BO0NTPC
Author, Donna M. Zadunajsky has another winner on her hands with her second debut novel........Once I started to read I couldn't put it down until I finished it......Every time I turned another page there was a new surprising twist, that left me just has shocked as her main character, Carla Michaels.....Great medical research went into this novel.....Great depiction of women who have trouble conceiving with constant miscarriages.....Child abuse/neglect with the courts stepping in and taking the child to foster homes......Excellent in-depth characterization of all the main players that you actually feel the pain and suffering they are going through......At times this book had me crying different types of tears.......The ending is one big twist, from out of no where and actually came full circle that left me satisfied......
Carla and Tim Michaels have been trying to have a baby for nine years now.....Well, it looks like their little miracle is coming true......Suddenly by coincidence, an unexpected tragedy strikes that will turn Carla's world entirely upside down forever........She will fall into a deep depression and may never come out.....A month later, someone she never said goodbye too will reach out to her from the grave..........A package addressed to Michele Channels will be given to Carla to open and read.......It is a letter and many journals that will be coming from the Executor of the Will, Attorney Robert Beckon......
Will she want to know the dark, hidden secrets that will ultimately be revealed.....Will this shocking mystery be the final straw that breaks her psyche or will this give a brand new, second chance at life......That's if she is even willing to take it.......
What a wonderful story.....I truly loved it and so will any readers who love contemporary fiction with a little mystery behind it...... Robin Lee
www.amazon.com/dp/B01BO0NTPC
Author, Donna M. Zadunajsky has another winner on her hands with her second debut novel........Once I started to read I couldn't put it down until I finished it......Every time I turned another page there was a new surprising twist, that left me just has shocked as her main character, Carla Michaels.....Great medical research went into this novel.....Great depiction of women who have trouble conceiving with constant miscarriages.....Child abuse/neglect with the courts stepping in and taking the child to foster homes......Excellent in-depth characterization of all the main players that you actually feel the pain and suffering they are going through......At times this book had me crying different types of tears.......The ending is one big twist, from out of no where and actually came full circle that left me satisfied......
Carla and Tim Michaels have been trying to have a baby for nine years now.....Well, it looks like their little miracle is coming true......Suddenly by coincidence, an unexpected tragedy strikes that will turn Carla's world entirely upside down forever........She will fall into a deep depression and may never come out.....A month later, someone she never said goodbye too will reach out to her from the grave..........A package addressed to Michele Channels will be given to Carla to open and read.......It is a letter and many journals that will be coming from the Executor of the Will, Attorney Robert Beckon......
Will she want to know the dark, hidden secrets that will ultimately be revealed.....Will this shocking mystery be the final straw that breaks her psyche or will this give a brand new, second chance at life......That's if she is even willing to take it.......
What a wonderful story.....I truly loved it and so will any readers who love contemporary fiction with a little mystery behind it...... Robin Lee
TWISTED SECRETS- BOOK 3
www.amazon.com/dp/B074FB2Y85
This book had me hooked on page 11 with one sentence, "Because after today the cat would come out to play... "That single sentence to others may have seemed so simple yet to me it gripped me and pulled me into the story even more. I found it an enjoyable read and a good mystery that kept me guessing. Can't wait to see what comes next from Donna M. Zadunajsky. Reviewed by Author: Stephanie Barker - Silent Libretto
The Secrets and Second Chances Series by Donna Zadunajsky is a great collection of mystery, murder, romance, and secrets. What more could you want? They don't have to be necessarily read in order because each is a complete plot onto itself. The series is about friends and lives that touch each other over time and distance, showing the bonds we develop that last a lifetime.
"Twisted Secrets", Zadunajsky's latest in the series, is my absolute favorite! This novel is also a psychological thriller! I don't want to give away any spoilers, especially not with this book where there are so many twists and turns you never see coming and keep you guessing long past the last page is turned.
This book will haunt you for many days, months, and years. You'll be inclined to read it again and again to follow the Twisted Secrets that plague a seemingly "normal" family in a quiet small town. And that is the true measure of a great work of fiction ... staying power. Characters you can't forget; secrets that unfold and then twist into a whole new secret ... each more thrilling and dangerous than the last.
Don't ever tear out the last short chapter ... and don't be tempted to read it too soon ... save the best, most thought-provoking Twisted Secret for the last gasping moment of this luscious paradox of events that definitely are not what they appear to be at first glance. Chills and anticipation will leave you breathless throughout the entire book. Never a dull moment ... in a quiet small town. By: Deborah Bowman Stevens
www.amazon.com/dp/B074FB2Y85
This book had me hooked on page 11 with one sentence, "Because after today the cat would come out to play... "That single sentence to others may have seemed so simple yet to me it gripped me and pulled me into the story even more. I found it an enjoyable read and a good mystery that kept me guessing. Can't wait to see what comes next from Donna M. Zadunajsky. Reviewed by Author: Stephanie Barker - Silent Libretto
The Secrets and Second Chances Series by Donna Zadunajsky is a great collection of mystery, murder, romance, and secrets. What more could you want? They don't have to be necessarily read in order because each is a complete plot onto itself. The series is about friends and lives that touch each other over time and distance, showing the bonds we develop that last a lifetime.
"Twisted Secrets", Zadunajsky's latest in the series, is my absolute favorite! This novel is also a psychological thriller! I don't want to give away any spoilers, especially not with this book where there are so many twists and turns you never see coming and keep you guessing long past the last page is turned.
This book will haunt you for many days, months, and years. You'll be inclined to read it again and again to follow the Twisted Secrets that plague a seemingly "normal" family in a quiet small town. And that is the true measure of a great work of fiction ... staying power. Characters you can't forget; secrets that unfold and then twist into a whole new secret ... each more thrilling and dangerous than the last.
Don't ever tear out the last short chapter ... and don't be tempted to read it too soon ... save the best, most thought-provoking Twisted Secret for the last gasping moment of this luscious paradox of events that definitely are not what they appear to be at first glance. Chills and anticipation will leave you breathless throughout the entire book. Never a dull moment ... in a quiet small town. By: Deborah Bowman Stevens
