4 Stars! "This book captivated me, hook, line and sinker. The storyline is compelling and I sensed a true connection between the author and her characters, who grow both in years and maturity within the read. I eagerly look forward to the next story in this series."
~Romantic Times BOOKreviews

5 Cups! "Wendy is the responsible one. Maturing at an early age, she has become the rock everyone trusts and relies on. The one person she has always secretly wanted is her brother's friend, Paul. Paul has always been drawn to Wendy but in his eyes she has remained his friend's kid sister. That vision has been altered with the return of a new Wendy from a summer away, and she is an innocent, sexy woman. Wendy is determined; Paul is scared. They can no longer control an attraction that has simmered for too long and is about to burn out of control. Friends, family, life, and death will test the strength of their love, and only together can they withstand the test of life. I read this entire book in one sitting. The author's talent for telling a story is beyond compare. I was enthralled with all the characters from the very beginning. The investment that that the reader has in Wendy and Paul will bring on a wide range of emotions; I cried, laughed and cursed at them throughout the book. Karen Wiesner is a stupendous author with writing skills that should not to be missed." ~Delane for Coffee Time Romance & More http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/reluctanthearts.html

5 Hearts! "Take a journey with two characters that discover the meaning of love, as Wendy and Paul explore an exceptional life they never imagined. Reluctant Hearts is a story about real people who love and lose, who find their faith only to lose it, then rediscover it again. It is magical how love has a way of surfacing back into the heart just when people really need it. Ms. Wiesner's creativity to compose true to life characters is amazing. She develops in-depth characters that spin in the reader's mind for a long time after the story is finished. Wendy and Paul start out as young people and grow into full-fledged adults that are loaded with kindness and tender emotion. They each encounter different needs only to learn that the truth lies within their hearts, drawing them closer together. Ms. Wiesner instills a lovely story of distress, victory and camaraderie that leaves a lump in your throat and keeps you glued until the incredible expedition is concluded. The story is inviting, powerful and completely captures. Bravo to Ms. Wiesner in the first of the Wounded Warrior Series!"
~The Romance Studio http://theromancestudio.com/reviews/reviews/reluctantheartswiesner.htm

5 Stars! "Karen Wiesner has crafted a novel full of pathos and joy. She has blended pain and triumph and friendship in a way that grabs you by the throat and never lets go. All of her characters are heroes. Flawed and sometimes barely functioning... The group of friends are all humans, wounded by life, prone to misunderstandings and mistakes, yet all gaining the victory of survival. This tale reads like West Side Story. It is not your average, mid-sized e-book, but is a sprawling 150,000-word document that will rivet your attention and engage your emotions. The details of the group's interactions and background is presented in such a way as to facilitate the telling of the story. Nowhere did I stop and think, "get on with the story!" The action flows, twists and undulates and you are drawn in, swept up in the lives of these interesting people. RELUCTANT HEARTS, Book 1 of the Wounded Warriors Series is a "getter" as well as a keeper! If Karen Wiesner maintains the quality of writing she employed with this book, we have a treat to look forward to."
~Sandy Williams for Timeless Tales Book Reviews

4 Delightful Divas! “RELUCTANT HEARTS is a long novel at 400 pages, and deals with real people dealing with very real problems. Karen has once again proven her masterful talent of creating realistic and compelling characters dealing with complex issues and emotions. As always, Karen knows her characters and their stories inside and out. She obviously has a true relationship with and a love for her characters. Paul and Wendy and their group of friends each have their own issues and problems to deal with. While not all of them came out on top, their stories of survival and even victory were enough to keep me pushing through this book, dying to know what would happen next. I have to admit that I finished nearly 300 pages in one sitting, and finished the rest the next morning, in one sitting. I was totally captivated by these people. Everything that Karen shared about these characters’ lives was a vital part of who they were, where they were in their life and relationship, and what they needed to do to heal and move forward. I always enjoy Karen Wiesner’s work and I look forward to reading the next book in this series.”
~Melissa for Dark Diva Reviews http://ddrreviews.blogspot.com/2009/11/reluctant-hearts-by-karen-wiesner.html

"RELUCTANT HEARTS will take you on a journey of two young adults reaching out for something they never believed possible for each other: love. RELUCTANT HEARTS will bring you a blast from the past as you relive some references of the eighties. Karen Wiesner has written a tale of two people with needs of different kinds that will blend together to make a perfect couple. Take the journey with Paul and Wendy as they search to find the missing pieces inside themselves. This reviewer enjoyed the story line. It was a well-written story, easy to follow. I didn't find myself reading things over to catch the point. Karen created two believable characters in Wendy and Paul. This reviewer believes Karen showed how easily people can lose their faith and beliefs, and how love can pull you back. I believe Karen Wiesner will have a long and prosperous career."
~Reviewed by Tina for Love Romances

"After finishing WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE, I was anxious to read Paul and Wendy's story. The magic they find in each other's arms is equally impressive. Karen Wiesner does a great job at building her characters and making them seem genuine to the reader."
~Tracy Farnsworth for Round Table Reviews

"RELUCTANT HEARTS is an atypical love story because of the attitude of the male lead character. Readers will have to wait a while to know whether Paul admits to Wendy he loves her, as Karen Wiesner concentrates on relationships that place Wendy in the center as the hub. The story starts slow in order for the audience to appreciate the cast, but those readers who are as patient as Wendy will happily find a tremendous drama that provides the saga over the years of a strong female and the "Wounded Warrior" she loves."
~Harriet Klausner http://harrietklausner.wwwi.com/

Rating: You need to read!! "This was a wonderfully enjoyable and deeply moving story of the complexity of young love. The story follows the emotional growth from innocence to disillusion of Wendy Thomas and from cynicism to acceptance by Paul Randall. The story follows this couple for six years as they try to go their separate ways, joyously come together, and then withdraw due to different fears. Their story is intertwined with several of their close friends who play important roles, all helping to shape the strengths and weaknesses of each other. The angst of learning to love and trust isn’t always pretty and easy, but it did move on to the interaction between the couple, I did not want to stop reading. Ms. Wiesner is an expert storyteller keeping you engaged to find out what happens! I am sure that the other books in the series, about the various friends, will be wonderfully full emotional reads as well. If you are prepared for heartache and joy, this is a book you will enjoy!" ~reviewed by MarthaE for You Gotta Read Reviews http://yougottareadreviews.blogspot.com/2009/05/review-reluctant-hearts-by-karen.html

"On the surface, [RELUCTANT HEARTS] is a common good-rich-girl, bad-poor-boy romance. It goes a little deeper than that: the facets of Paul's total lack of self esteem and Wendy's belief in him, the fact that he wants to be worthy of her, all create a very romantic story. The emotions are kept at a pretty high boil the whole time as their obsession becomes eclipsed by a tragedy neither of them can deal with easily... The meaning of sex and its real attachment to love is one of the main themes and is handled well. This is a fairly strong romance with some very magical moments, the first in a series of romances featuring characters introduced in this book."
~Affaire de Coeur

5 Stars! "RELUCTANT HEARTS is a full-sized work of fiction that makes good use of interior monologues and remembrances to give depth to the inner conflicts of the characters. In answer to the question of whether the book is character-driven or plot-driven, I'd have to say it's life-driven. The author holds nothing back in depicting a sometimes--grim reality, and I often wondered as I read whether it was truly a romance. In the end, it is, and I strongly recommend it. Paul and Wendy live a powerful love story that can't help but move the coolest reader."
~Jane Bowers for Romance Reviews Today

5 Stars! "RELUCTANT HEARTS kicks off Karen Wiesner's new Wounded Warrior Series. As the magic and mystery of innocence give way to the disenchantment of experience, Wendy and Paul battle inner demons and outward challenges in a tale that is poignant and yet realistic. Disappointment, disillusionment and surprising hope give RELUCTANT HEARTS a universal appeal. Wiesner wisely captures the nuances and struggles of young people with self worth and love, maintaining tenderness and grittiness in equal measure. Her powerful story-telling gift builds sympathy even as characters self-destruct, and creates hope in the midst of despair. A fantastic beginning to what promises to be an outstanding series, RELUCTANT HEARTS comes very highly recommended."
~Cindy Penn for Wordweaving

4 Books! "Alternately heartwarming and heartbreaking, RELUCTANT HEARTS by Karen Wiesner is an evocative contemporary romance. The introduction of Paul is wonderful. You will be moved to sympathy. The depth and warmth of characters--and well-depicted joys as well as pain, makes this read worthwhile. The depth and range of emotion Wiesner develops is amazing." ~reviewed by Snapdragon for LASR http://longandshortreviews.blogspot.com/2009/08/reluctant-hearts-by-karen-wiesner.html

4 Stars! "To most, Wendy seemed to good to be true. No one could ever be her equal. Even the man she was desperately in love with since she was only sixteen... Coming from a poor, you-are-not-wanted existence, Paul has a low self-esteem. Wendy and their friend Tommie boost him upwards but it was never enough... Spanning years, this tale is heartbreaking... Just as the reader thinks the story is near the end, a storm blows through Wendy and Paul's lives spiraling straight for destruction... Paul is unable to voice his thoughts and is terrified to be close to anyone or let anyone in his wayward heart. Wendy has her battles from her self-destructive friend, her brother who may have made a bad choice, and her parents, in addition to her own health problems. It doesn't seem possible for Wendy and Paul to come out of this unscathed. Before their RELUCTANT HEARTS find the right path, be prepared for laughter, love, heartache, and tears. Wiesner ties the strings together neatly weaving in multiple threads pushing the tale forward, closing the chapter of Wendy and Paul and opening another."
~Brenda Ramsbacher, eBook Reviews Weekly

"RELUCTANT HEARTS is a heart-rending account of a woman in love trying to teach her Wounded Warrior that love does exist and that he is worthy of her love. Paul must realize that sex is not all the females of the species have to offer and that Wendy is the one to teach him how to love and believe in himself. Wendy makes him whole. She sees through his wounds and his pain and together they complete each other."
~Grace Basa for The Word on Romance

"With RELUCTANT HEARTS, Karen Wiesner, the new voice of women's fiction, proves yet again that she's a top-notch storyteller. No one explores the complexities of relationships and the yearnings of woman's heart better than she does."
~award-winning Author Michele Bardsley www.MicheleBardsley.com

3 Stars! "Fans of romance with a gritty, Romeo and Juliet type of story will enjoy the first part of this book. The sexual tension will steam your glasses. The plot and the way the protagonists relate to each other takes a 180-degree turn in the middle of the book. Don't be surprised when the tone of the story changes, but the characters stay true to themselves and to each other. RELUCTANT HEARTS is the first in a series about the circle of friends introduced in this story. If a series with interweaving characters is what you enjoy, keep on the lookout for Karen's next offering."
~Karin Huxman for Inscriptions Magazine

"With her enthralling romance RELUCTANT HEARTS, Karen Wiesner has set a new standard in the genre. Wendy's pain is so real, her love so deep, her soul so tender, that I found new strength and trust alongside her. What a powerful drama!"
~award-winning author Christine Spindler www.christinespindler.com

4 Roses! "Karen Wiesner has totally swept me into her Wounded Warriors Series. The characters of future novels are well established--flaws and all--in the first book. I can't wait for Book II: WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE."
~Dawn Myers for Escape to Romance http://www.escapetoromance.com/reviews/wiesner-reluctant.html

"...I'm definitely a sucker for a hero who's a cat lover, and the more I got to know this hero, the more I liked him... The growth and development of the characters, the disappointments, the sorrows, and trials they have to overcome, made it an intriguing story."
~reviewed by Flora Bell for Sensual Romance http://sensualromance.writerspace.com/

Waiting for an Eclipse Reviews

4 1/2 Delightful Divas! “WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE is book two in the Wounded Warriors Series. After reading the first book, I was astounded by the raw emotion and very real issues that the characters dealt with. I just had to pick the second book up immediately to find out if that would be a trend, and if I would get to revisit previous characters. I quickly found out that the answer to both of those questions was yes. In the second book, we get to know more about Steve. He was a secondary character in the first book, but this book was all about him. Of course, we also got to see some of the characters from the first book, which is always a delight for me. As with all of Karen Wiesner’s books, her characters are unbelievably real, and they deal with very real problems in their day to day lives. WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE may be a romance, full of passion and emotion, but it deals with so much more. This book shows the trauma of a family, including young children, who are affected by a serious, life-long addiction. Karen did not skimp on the emotions involved in such a situation, taking me to some of the darkest places a father can go. However, I always had hope that he would find his way back, especially with someone like Kristina there to support and love him as she did. If you are looking for a regular romance that deals simply with a couple falling in love and finding their HEA, then this is not the book for you. However, if you want a book with an excellent plot, very real characters, and enough emotion to stay with you long after you have finished reading it, then WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE by Karen Wiesner is just the story for which you are looking.”
~Melissa for Dark Diva Reviews http://ddrreviews.blogspot.com/2009/11/wounded-warriors-2-waiting-for-eclipse.html

4 1/2 Hearts! "Karen Wiesner pens a powerful story which grips the heart at the same time it elicits revulsion at the wasted lives, sorrow, and despair brought about by substance addiction and dedication to outmoded obligations. All the characters are amazingly well-delineated, including the young children, so that the reader will feel as if these are folks living next door, or one's own friends. The plot will tug at the reader's heartstrings and refuse to let go until the end; even then, these characters will live on in one's memory for quite some time. Waiting for An Eclipse is a memorable must-read from this vastly imaginative author. It is the second installment in Ms. Wiesner's Wounded Warriors series."
~Annie for The Romance Studio http://theromancestudio.com/reviews/reviews/waitingforaneclipseweisner.htm

"This is not the first Wounded Warriors book, but it stands alone beautifully. I am not sure what I was expecting, but this novel far exceeded any expectations I had. Karen Wiesner has created a poignant book, and part of the magic is that her characters are not given easy "outs" from their situations. They face difficult struggles that do not have magical resolutions. Blood, sweat and tears go into each of their hurdles.... Every character was skillfully developed and that is what made this book so special. As far as I am concerned, WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE is a must read!"
~Tracy Fransworth of Roundtable Reviews www.roundtablereviews.com

5 Angels! "While I normally prefer escapist romance fiction to nitty-gritty reality, I found myself riveted by this very unusual romance story. It is neither insipid nor sweet nor aggressively erotic, and yet it is a compelling read. The bittersweet story is so well-written that, although the true sadness and horror of Steve's situation is clearly described, the reader feels sympathy and hope rather than despair, and comes away with the satisfaction that the characters have finally found their way. The characters of Steve and Kristina are shown as real people, with human failings, and yet both of them have moral strength and an ethos of honor and responsibility. I liked them and really wanted them to find happiness. The story is well plotted, and moves along at an inexorable pace, neither too fast nor too slow to communicate the story. The conflicts the characters face are serious and, unfortunately, all too real in this day and age. If you are tired of marshmallow fluff romances, you need to read this novel. It will grab you from the very start, and won't let you go until 'The End.'"
~Fallen Angel Reviews http://fallenangelreviews.com/July2004/Jean_WaitingForAnEclipse.htm

5 Roses! "If you have not started the Wounded Warriors Series by Karen Wiesner, you are missing one of the best series I have had the honor to read. Karen Wiesner has taken modern problems that many people are facing daily and is turning them into a fabulous series. Steve has all the wonderful traits women look for. He has a strong character. Karen Wiesner has completely captured the feelings of neglect and loneliness children and husbands feel in this type of situation. WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE is a very powerful novel about a man with character. This novel will touch your heart. A word of caution: Once you start this series, you will not want to miss one single novel."
~Dawn Myers for Escape to Romance http://www.escapetoromance.com/reviews/wiesner-waiting.html

4 Roses! "This is a story of deep emotions and confusion. It deals with hard questions. When a member of the family is dependent on drugs or alcohol, it can destroy the rest of the family. The characters take us to that dark place where the hard decisions about sanity and healing are made. Steve has to take care of his children. He has to free himself. Unfortunately, that means taking away Jessie's support system. We feel Steve's conflict. He knows that Jessie needs to get better. But, by divorcing her, he could drive her to destroy herself. Steve must force himself to make the horrifying decision: his wife or his children. Kristina shows us strength against what must seem like overwhelming odds. Her strength and willingness to wait until Steve makes a decision shows a depth of character not always found. The story is well paced with enough scenes to help slow the pacing, so the reader isn't always overwhelmed with emotions. Make sure to have some kleneex nearby when you pick up WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE. This is a story that will tug at your emotions as you root for Steve to make the right choice."
~reviewed by Jenni for A Romance Review http://www.aromancereview.com/reviews/index.php?app_state=show_event&bookid=2990

You Need to Read! "This is the third book I have read in the Wounded Warrior Series and it is my favorite so far! Although full of trauma it is also full of hope. The title is perfect as Steve and the children, and Kristina in her own way, are in a dark place waiting to come into the light and live fully again. This book presents the trauma of a family, including young children, when the mother is an irresponsible drug addict. It isn't a pretty picture but rather heartrendingly realistic and sad. I liked that Ms. Wiesner presented real emotions in the characters without creating a soap opera overload. I especially appreciated Steve's commitment to his children and to his marriage vows in spite of Jessie's behavior. He honored both the institution of marriage and Kristina by his actions. I also liked Kristina's attitude that sought the positive in the situations around her and allowed for hope to grow and flourish. Steve deserved a wonderful, caring woman like Kristina! Ms. Wiesner has woven another wonderfully emotional and beautiful romance."
~reviewed by MarthaE for You Gotta Read Reviews http://yougottareadreviews.blogspot.com/2009/07/review-waiting-for-eclipse-by-karen.html

"This one is fiction for mainly women. It clearly shows the trauma families deal with when one of the parents are addicted to drugs. The characters are well developed... Great light reading for a rainy afternoon."
~Huntress Reviews www.huntressreviews.com

"WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE is almost too realistic in its portrayal of a family's disintegration. It's gritty and heartbreaking, but it's saved by the integrity of its hero, who refuses to cheat on his wife as she has done so many times to him. This means, of course, that Kristine must remain on the sidelines to be there when--or if--the matter is resolved. Steve does have a support group in the other characters from the original book: his sister Wendy and Tommie's widow Gwen, to name an important two. Ms. Wiesner really gets down into the starkness of life as lived by so many in this world. In this case, the plight of the children would be too distressing if she didn't also shine rays of hope onto her characters. Because of that hope and her belief in the saving grace of love, I don't hesitate to recommend WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE as a highly engrossing and moving story. Speaking of love and hope, at the end of this novel, Ms. Wiesner names the four books to follow in her Wounded Warrior Series, and the projected sixth book will star Jessie and Flint."
~Jane Bowers for Romance Reviews Today www.romrevtoday.com

"Karen Wiesner has done it again! She's captured the joy and despair of falling in love with heartrending tenderness and sizzling sexual tension. A compelling portrayal of love and redemption, WAITING FOR THE ECLIPSE kept me reading hours past bedtime and left me smiling through happy tears."
~award-winning author Carrie Masek www.masek.net

"Leave it to Karen Wiesner to always tackle the tough subjects in her books... As always, the talented Karen Wiesner makes the reader think and feel. In this 2nd installment of the Wounded Warriors series, WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE, the reader will rethink the issues of marital fidelity and promises that do more harm than good; and the reader will do it by exploring the realistic conflicts of a family in crisis and of a wounded man and woman warring with the choices they have made and must make. A true-love-conquers-all story."
~award-winning author Barbara Raffin www.BarbaraRaffin.com

Mirror Mirror Reviews

5 Books! "Imagine you had a gift or curse that let you see the future, the past, the death of a loved one or an evil presence. Would it change you? That is what Gwen has been given. Imagine one night in the midst of your greatest despair you find salvation in the arms of a stranger, the answer to questions you've asked yourself forever, gave you a glimpse of what love could be. Would it guide you? Would you reach for it? Forever? That's what Dylan asks himself. Ms. Wiesner gives us this psychological thriller where evil abounds but is hidden. We readers are given a haunting, heart wrenching tale by an author gifted with words that move the reader to feel the pain and anguish of her characters. Characters who make you laugh and cry and feel pain with them. Characters who are so real, so powerful, so well developed that they lift off the pages with movie like effects in the readers mind. The supporting characters add depth to the story without detracting from our hero and heroine. Our author gives us her flowing dialogue that helps us understand and empathize with her characters, her vision scenes leave us gasping on the edge of our seats with daunting clarity. Her love scenes are hot and sensual and so filled with love they make us cry with the characters. This amazing read will enthrall any reader who loves heart stopping psychic thrillers, who loves a great love story with wonderful three dimensional characters. Readers who like melded family drama pieces with enough teen-aged angst to give parents the cold sweats. It will appeal to readers who like the heat turned way up on their romances. It's a great summer or beach read and is well worth your time."
~reviewed by Larkspur for LASR http://www.longandshortreviews.com

5 Hearts! "MIRROR MIRROR is a story that is captivating. The characters are believable in all their fast-packed action and give the story tremendous depth. The clash of Gwen and the other psychic ignite the pages and emit some fantastic charges. It was great watching Dylan immediately enter the fight when his daughter was targeted. It was ingenious how all the characters interacted to create such electricity throughout the turn of the pages. I thoroughly enjoyed the reuniting of Gwen and Dylan. Ms. Wiesner has cleverly written a story that takes the reader on a remarkable spin that leaves you gasping. There are so many twists and turns that take you into many different directions. Ms. Wiesner creates a story that you can't put down. This is a series I absolutely look forward to reading."
~reviewed by Linda L. for The Romance Studio http://theromancestudio.com/reviews/reviews/mirrormirrorweisner.htm

Rating: NEED to read! “This is a striking paranormal romance with its own unique twists! Gwen really fights her “accursed” gift. She does not want to know the future of others and she does not want to manipulate others by using the gift. Yet she does use her gift a bit in her counseling job and is able to sense an evil presence but she doesn’t know how to fight “the other.” Gwen has remained in personal isolation, other than her wonderful daughter, and her work, since the death of her first husband, Tommie. She is too afraid to reach out and risk living fully. Dylan has loved Gwen since before she married. Dylan’s own troubles caused him to lose the chance to be with Gwen in the past. Now finally he is getting the chance to write Tommie’s story, but more importantly he is getting another chance with Gwen. While Gwen struggles to fight her attraction to Dylan, she becomes increasingly aware of the evil presence that seems to be stalking people she knows. Dylan’s daughter Randa becomes a key to the evil that haunts Gwen and has a surprising connection to Dylan’s past. The dark mystery threads through the story until it comes to a head near the end with fast paced confrontation and action! There is also a wonderful conflict and love—that good old push and pull—between Gwen and Dylan, complete with some paranormal or mystical elements. The story flows well although they are flawed characters, which makes them realistic. Ms. Wiesner has a distinct talent for telling an emotional and suspenseful story. I applaud her for writing consistently engaging romance that is “need” to read quality!”
~MarthaE for You Gotta Read Reviews http://yougottareadreviews.blogspot.com/

5 Cups! "Ms. Wiesner takes the reader on a rollercoaster ride from the first pages to the last. The twists and turns of the plot kept me breathless. Just when I thought the book was going in one direction, it suddenly turned around and went in a completely different one. I loved this book. I could not put it down. I plan to read the other books of this series."
~Candy for Coffee Time Romance http://coffeetimeromance.com/BookReviews/MirrorMirrorBook3OfTheWoundedWarriorSeries.html

4 Angels! "I love novels that just grab you by the neck and don't let you go; this is one of those novels. I hate to actually admit the fact that I have not read the first two novels in this series, but after experiencing Karen Wiesner's work for the first time, I guarantee it won't be the last. MIRROR MIRROR is a second chance at love romance. Dylan and Gwen had a relationship long ago, and when they reunite sparks fly. Seductive and crafty in the telling of this tale, Karen Wiesner has created a fantastic read. Enjoy!"
~Izzy for Fallen Angel Reviews http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/June2005/Izzy-Mirror-rorriM.htm

5 Roses! "Karen Wiesner's MIRROR MIRROR is book three of her Wounded Warriors Series. Like book one and two, MIRROR MIRROR can stand alone, but read just one of Karen's outstanding novels and you will be caught up in the troubled lives of her characters. Karen is a powerful, dynamic writer. Her characters come alive for the reader. Karen's talent knows no boundaries. MIRROR MIRROR is a romantic psychological thriller--I like the fact that book three is a thriller in the middle of a series. The sex scenes are hot. The Wounded Warriors Series is one that grabs your attention. I can not wait to read what Ms. Wiesner has in store for Gregg. This novel deserves a 5 Roses rating because it is a keeper."
~Dawn Myers for Escape to Romance

4 Blue Ribbons! "MIRROR MIRROR is a compelling blend of a second chance for love kind of romance and a supernatural thriller that will keep readers both emotionally involved, and trying to guess the next plot twist."
~Romance Junkies www.romancejunkies.com

5 Stars! "An excellent psychic thriller that will have you holding your breath until your lungs ache. Author Karen Wiesner, once again, clearly shows all sides when it comes to the romance parts of the story. I can easily understand why Gwen keeps herself apart from everyone. I can also understand Dylan's past reasons for staying with his dying wife. Then the author uses her writing gift to connect both Gwen and Dylan's pasts with a dark menacing force and tangles a web so strong that readers will not want to stop reading. Breathtaking!"
~Reviewed by Detra Finch for HUNTRESS REVIEWS http://www.huntressreviews.com/esnrom.htm

"MIRROR MIRROR is a terrific one-sitting, second-chance-at-love psychological thriller that keeps the audience on the edge of their seats anticipating a final confrontation. The key to the romance and to the psychological, kinetic suspense is the cast. Readers fully understand what has and does motivate Dylan and Gwen, and to a lesser degree the Other, teens, family members, a friend, and the late Tommie without slowing down the action-packed plot. Karen Wiesner gets inside the minds of her audience with the fabulous book 3 of the Wounded Warrior Series (see RELUCTANT HEARTS and WAITING FOR AN ECLIPSE)."
~Harriet Klausner http://www.fmam.biz/reviews/klausner/dec04.shtml

"Ms. Wiesner presents an interesting concept in MIRROR MIRROR. At one time or another, most of us, have wished to know the future or to be able to read someone else's mind. So, the author has our attention from the very start. Ms. Wiesner then gives us a look at what it might be like to really to have those abilities. Indeed, a blessing and a curse. The book was well written and the characters were very real. MIRROR MIRROR is a very good psychological thriller and one you should check out."
~Reviewed by Barbara Wright for Murder and Mayhem Bookclub http://www.murderandmayhembookclub.com/mirror_mirror.html

"A fascinating tale of how two people gifted with ESP use it for good or evil--ending with their final shocking confrontation."
~award-winning author Jane Toombs www.JaneToombs.com

"WOW! This story grabs you like the Dead Zone. Makes me want to know how Gwen deals with her rival."
~reader review on http://groups.yahoo.com/group/sormagforum/

Wayward Angels Reviews

5 Hearts! "Karen Wiesner delivers a strong tale with compelling characters who are painted so realistically that the reader will feel she knows them already, and calls them friends. Important issues of life and faith are addressed, not brushed aside. The fast-moving plot and character depth captivate the reader to the end. WAYWARD ANGELS is the fourth installment in the exciting Wounded Warriors Series. "
~Annie for The Romance Studio http://theromancestudio.com/reviews/reviews/waywardangelsweisner.htm

4 Stars! "The first thing I must do is applaud Ms. Wiesner for writing an absolutely wonderful book in a series that reads as a stand alone. When I read a book in the middle of a series, I usually feel like I'm missing some big stuff from prior books. Ms. Wiesner has a gift for giving you information from the past books without you realizing it. It is truly woven into the fabric of the story... After the first few chapters, I was totally hooked. I had figured out who was who and was learning about Stormie and her past. I found WAYWARD ANGELS to be a page-turner for me that I didn't want to put down. While there is talk of being a Christian in the book, I appreciated the way Ms. Wiesner did this. She didn't shove God down my throat. Although God is in the book, I wouldn't deem it as a Christian Romance. I found it to be a romance with Christians in it. I am a Christian, but I am sometimes offended about how that is portrayed in a romance book. I really enjoyed Ms. Wiesner's story of real life that happens to involve some people who believe in God. Gregg is our reformed bad-boy who fights the desire to return to his former life. He has opened up a shelter for wayward boys. Most of these boys have been abused in some format or another. I became very attached to some of these boys and hope their stories are told later. Gregg has built up these services for the boys while giving up his music career. While he's walking a reformed path, I loved him for the rough edge to him. He's still got the bad-boy words and actions and it made him very irresistible. Stormie comes to work at Wayward Angels while fighting demons of her own. One of the largest demons is her battle to live life with bipolar. Ms. Wiesner really captures the feelings of a person battling this disease. She gives us a face and a voice to the word bipolar. I have a much deeper compassion and understanding for those suffering with this disease. Stormie reminds me of a scrappy little alley dog. She's going to hold onto her turf and get what she wants, no matter how big the obstacles may seem. With their checkered pasts, it seems like Gregg and Stormie will never be able to overcome. I was rooting for them through the entire book. I was up and down with them and really enjoyed their story to the final page."
~Robyn Roberts for Once Upon a Romance http://www.onceuponaromance.net/WaywardAngelsReview.html

4 Stars! "Gregg and Stormie's tale is full of problems. Not only with their own relationship, but with Diego's personal problems. There are scenes that will make you laugh, cry, and even feel exasperated. So keep a box of tissues nearby and enjoy this episode of the "Wounded Warriors" saga. It'll tug on your heart strings."
~reviewed by Huntress Reviews http://www.huntressreviews.com/erom.htm

4 Hearts! "The inspirational aspects to this story play a major role for both Gregg and Stormie and have a strong place within the storyline. The romance is well written and moves along at a fast pace without feeling forced. There is a secondary storyline dealing with Gregg and his work with one boy at Wayward Angels that will leave you in tears...if you like inspirationals, this is a story that is sure to leave you happy. Ms. Wiesner does deal with a disorder within WAYWARD ANGELS with respect and taste. I find that I eagerly want to read the next story as well as the previous stories in this series. I would recommend this story to anyone looking for a read with intriguing characters facing real life situations."
~reviewed by Wendy Keel for The Romance Readers Connection www.theromancereadersconnection.com

5 Angels! "WAYWARD ANGELS is not a pretty story. It deals with aids, sexual molestation, self destructive obsession, drugs and sex. It's a bittersweet story about people looking for more in their lives. People who have gone though hell and are trying to find hope in their belief and faith in Christianity. The characters are flawed and honest. Their lives have not been pretty. There is tragic sadness in the character of Diego, great vulnerability in Stormie and great strength in Gregg. I liked the way the author handled Stormie's bi-polar disorder. I found it realistic and true. WAYWARD ANGELS has the theme that nothing in life is perfect. The characters have a past but they are not condemned to re-live it as they have the choice to overcome it. WAYWARD ANGELS is a love story, a lesson in life and an inspiration."
~Fallen Angel Reviews http://www.fallenangelreviews.com/2006/February/Janet-WoundedWarrior4_WaywardAngels.htm

5 Stars! “WAYWARD ANGELS , Book 4 of the Wounded Warriors Series, is a standalone book and is a realistic look at life today for many young people. As Christians, we are compelled to go out into the streets and rescue the sick and the poor. We must learn to plant the seeds of salvation and allow Christ to water them. This book is well written. Karen Wiesner presents a strong message. Ms. Wiesner paints such a vivid and emotional portrait of bipolar disease. Excellent book. Highly recommended!”
~Readers Favorite http://readersfavorite.com/cat-71.htm?review=2678

4 Cups! "The tender scenes between these interesting characters were thoroughly enjoyable and progressed nicely. Supporting characters were well developed and added wonderful dimension to this heart-warming story. With smooth pacing and a satisfying conclusion, Ms. Wiesner writes another winner in the Wounded Warrior series."
~reviewed by Cherelyn for Coffee Time Romance http://www.coffeetimeromance.com/Reviewers/Cherelyn.html

"Karen Wiesner is one of the best at making the reader care about her characters. WAYWARD ANGELS will make you feel devastated for Stormie while at the same time feeling Gregg's frustration as he tries to figure out what is wrong with Stormie. Karen Wiesner never backs off the tough issues. In WAYWARD ANGELS she tackles Stormie living with being bipolar. At the same time, she accurately captures her feelings of insecurity as a new Christian and the scary issue of AIDS. Gregg and Stormie's story can stand alone but you will not want to miss this exciting series."
~Reviewed by Dawn Myers for Writers Unlimited Reviewer http://www.writersunlimited.com/reviews3/wayward_angels.shtml

"I just finished reading Karen Wiesner's WAYWARD ANGELS... Long story short, this story has grit and guts. It breaks all the rules. They curse, they kiss with passion (though they never actually do more than that but their thoughts are very spicy) and they are real people with insane problems. The hero is a former music star and a new Christian. He opened a shelter for teen boys on the streets and is a real Prince Charming with a huge heart. I can't believe he actually held off until they were married based on all of the temptation out there. But that's an aside. The heroine is bipolar and a brand new Christian (literally) who decided God was going to heal her since she got saved, so she stopped taking her meds and, boy, did she turn up the heat. I've never seen a better portrayal of someone who is flagrantly bipolar than this one. They (off meds) tend to be highly sexualized when in a manic state so you can imagine some of the antics. However, she was in a sad place because prior to being saved she was raped and the guy had AIDS and shot himself (while on top of her) so she feared being pregnant and having AIDS for most of the book. See, I told you it was in-your-face grit. Since I work with intense people, I've seen this upfront and it isn't pretty but it's real. Even with new Christians who have horrible backgrounds. Anyway, this story kept me up until 2:30 AM and I got very little sleep last night (no I'm not bipolar thank the Lord) until I finished. We talked about symbolism in Louise Gouge's class in Nashville and Karen did a masterful job with the pet cats. Amazing. So if you don't mind an intense read with grit and an occasional cuss word, this might work for you. At any rate, I found it fascinating. The Christian piece of the story was so much more real and deeper than many CBA novels. You hear (in their heads) their doubts and fears and struggles and its so REAL how the enemy works on them. This book has made me think about my walk with the Lord and I like that. So be warned, this ain't for Grandma unless she has major grit in mind. But the message is clear. Faithful obedience is worth it."
~Michelle T. Sutton, "Writing truth into fiction...digging deeper, soaring higher" http://edgyinspirationalauthor.blogspot.com

"A romance novel with a difference! Wayward Angels is a safe haven for homeless--of which Gregg Stevens, and his music producer brother Craig, manage. Diego, a runaway homeless teenager with little hope for the future, has AIDS. Fate has dealt Diego an unjust hand; faith and trust would be his one true Savior--if he could just embrace them... Author Karen Wiesner has created a romance novel where morals, ethics, and the scales of right and wrong are weighed up to lead Gregg Stevens and Stormie Knight through life and accept the reaching hand of divine intervention. WAYWARD ANGELS is a story where the power of love rises above the deepest darkest depths of hopelessness. Another intriguing novel from Karen Wiesner!" reviewed by Pamela Faye for Rolling Seas Reviews www.rollingseas.com.au

"WAYWARD ANGELS is engrossing...edgy...it contains a powerful Christian message."
~Mary Connealy for Romantic Times BOOKclub

Until It's Gone Reviews

Rating: You need to read!! "In this wonderful read you will find great tortured characters: Mitch, a true wounded warrior, his sister, Julia, who was sold when she was 12, and Brenda, the woman who has always loved him. This is a very good romance filled with action, suspense and sweet sensual tension! Having read the first book in this series, I had a certain preconceived picture of Mitch’s character. He had been mixing with drug dealers for years, he had betrayed his love, Brenda, and it seemed he was definitely on his way down. So this book was full of surprises! Mitch gets out of prison and very soon finds Brenda at his door. He feels he is not worthy of her love and is shocked by what she has come to tell him. Mitch had betrayed Brenda many years ago to try to get her away from him even though he truly wants her…now more than ever. Add to the picture that Mitch still feels guilty because he wasn’t able to protect his younger sister when their drugged out father sold her to a dope dealer. Although he fears Julia is dead, certain people keep promising him they will find her for him–-if he does what they want. When threats from his past start closing in, Mitch must figure a way to protect those he loves and to get his life right if he wants a future with them. This story is full of deep, abiding and unconditional love. The pain, confusion and love the characters experience can be felt through the excellent writing. The story is fast paced and full of action. Although this is the 5th in the series and can be read on its own, I think at least the first book would help to introduce all the characters and get the background history of Mitch and Brenda’s love story. I want to read the other books and I would heartily say that this is a book, and a full series, to really enjoy." ~reviewed by MarthaE for You Gotta Read Reviews http://yougottareadreviews.blogspot.com/2009/06/review-until-its-gone-by-karen-wiesner.html

4 Books! "Karen Wiesner sustains an undercurrent of suspense with subplots that filter into the love and lives of Brenda, Mitch and Haylee, keeping the reader at top alert for machinations that can rip their lives apart. She also creates situations that keep the reader guessing about which characters can be trusted and which ones are willing to use anybody and any means to reach their own goals regardless of the fallout--some good foreshadowing. The intrigues, personal agendas, and diverse characters make UNTIL IT’S GONE a multifaceted story that is emotionally charged." ~reviewed by Camellia for Long and Short Romance Reviews http://longandshortreviews.blogspot.com/2009/06/until-its-gone-by-karen-wiesner.html

4 Stars! "UNTIL IT'S GONE is a story of suspense and will keep you turning the pages. Karen Wiesner is a master of mixing suspense and romance. Her characters are well developed. Her plots are never lacking action, suspense, and romance." ~reviewed by Lynn for ReviewYourBook.com http://reviewyourbook.com/component/simple_review/?review=1731-Until-Its-Gone

"As a faithful follower of the Wounded Warriors Series, I have waited for Mitch and Brenda’s story. When Mitch was introduced in the beginning of the series, I thought he was a jerk for treating Brenda like he did. I could not hazard a guess how Ms. Wiesner would complete their story, but just like a king-sized snickers bar packed full of peanuts, UNTIL IT'S GONE is so satisfying. Ms. Wiesner brings the long awaited story to a happy ending and made me care what happened to Mitch. UNTIL IT'S GONE is a touching story about one woman’s belief in lasting love and never giving up on her knight in shining armor." ~reviewed by Dawn Myers for Writers Unlimited http://www.writersunlimited.com

"Karen Wiesner's UNTIL IT'S GONE, the fifth book in her Wounded Warriors Series, proves yet again what a gifted pen Karen wields. She is a master at taking deeply wounded characters, characters who are often times unconventional heroes and heroines, and making the reader relate to and care for them. I ached for Mitch as he held his daughter and fought Brenda's draw, knowing he had to leave them--deny them in order to protect them. But Brenda is not a woman who'll easily let go of the dark knight she and her daughter love. As ever, in a Wiesner book, resolution is never easy, but it's always just what the reader wants. I highly recommend UNTIL IT'S GONE as I do the entire series. Love those Wounded Warriors." ~reviewed by multi-published, award-winning author Barbara Raffin www.BarbaraRaffin.com

"No one writes a better tormented hero better than Karen Wiesner, and Mitch Taylor in UNTIL IT'S GONE is one of her best! Karen gives readers another wonderful 'wounded warrior'. Strong, devoted and tormented, Mitch Taylor is on the brink of surrendering to the demons of his past until he meets the one woman whose love may be strong enough to save him. An adorable ten month old baby and word of his long-lost sister enter his life at the worst possible time, making UNTIL IT'S GONE a story of love and redemption sure to delight Ms. Wiesner's many fans." ~award-winning author Carrie S. Masek http://www.masek.net

"This may be the best of the Wounded Warriors saga so far, which is saying a lot as that is a super series. Mitch is a terrific protagonist who has harmed innocent people as part of his realistic cover, but even before Brenda’s pronouncement he had doubts about right vs. wrong as he reconsiders his side's values as they assume the end justifies any mean. Brenda has issues also, but this is clearly Mitch’s tribulation with no hope for redemption. Fans will relish this powerful gritty entry." ~Harriet Klausner for Genre Go Round Reviews http://genregoroundreviews.blogspot.com/2009/09/until-its-gone-karen-wiesner.html

White Rainbow Reviews

4 Stars! “Hearing Jessie and Flint's personal tales gave me an inspirational boost. It is always amazing to me that no matter how badly you have lived your life or harmed others, there is forgiveness. And these two did some pretty bad stuff! If you are going through a rough time, this story may be just what you need.” ~Detra Fitch for Huntress Reviews http://www.huntressreviews.com/

     

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