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*** This story will be removed for editing in preparation for publication. ***

Kendra Dentaris is scared of her luck. At twenty-nine, she's the head graphic designer of a popular gaming website, the brand-new owner of a gorgeous downtown condo, and independent to the bone. And she may be in a relationship that's actually going somewhere. That's if Chase McGuire would stop cheating on her.

According to her best friend Prince, he's totally going to propose. That had to be why he invited her out to a remote village out in western Pennsylvania for the weekend. But Kendra takes a wrong turn and the life she knew before literally disappears.



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Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: General
Genre: Comedy , Drama, Friendship, Mystery, Romance, Suspense
Story Status: None
Pairings: None
Warnings: Adult Situations, Dark Fic, Graphic Violence, Original Characters, Racism, Strong Sexual Content , Un-betaed , Work in Progress
Series: None
Chapters: 48
Completed:No
Word count: 51365
Read Count: 168958
Published: September 28 2010
Updated: August 25 2014


Title: Chapter 33: Chapter 32

YAY! I Love this Story

Reviewer: sharlene Signed
Date: June 19 2011

Title: Chapter 34: Chapter 33

What a Looney!!! Thanks for the update

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Date: June 20 2011

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Sara Richards lives in Ōsaka, Japan. She becomes embroiled in the drama and comedy of clashing cultures, traditional philosophies and modern ideas as she is reunited with the past. She struggles to navigate the tempestuous waters where East meets West and a love lost but not forgotten that may never be regained, while keeping her eye on the one point in the sky that can lead her the peace of dry land. Her Bright Ōsaka Star.

 

Fabulous Banner by Music!!!

 

 



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Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: Drabbles
Genre: Comedy , Drama, Family, Friendship, Inspirational, Romance
Story Status: None
Pairings: Male/Female
Warnings: Fluff, Original Characters, Sexual Content , Un-betaed , Work in Progress
Challenges: Spring Baby-Fic Challenge
Series: None
Chapters: 20
Completed:No
Word count: 72940
Read Count: 167872
Published: April 05 2011
Updated: June 27 2012


Title: Chapter 13: Jyuu ni (12)

Why would she do that to him? thats so not cool and Kamir is gonna get his they are so wrong...SMH



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True, but don't you think their situation is such that this is not as bad as is seems?

Thanks!

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Date: January 02 2012

Title: Chapter 10: Kyu (9)

....He is but hey Sara needs to move on and he is giving her the push...

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Date: May 15 2011

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Marisol Smith left in the wee hours of the morning but her heart and mind won't let her move beyond the time she spent with Grady James Halpern. Part two in Mari and Bear's sorta kinda love story.



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Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: Original Character(s)
Classification: General
Genre: Comedy , Drama, Erotica, Family, Friendship, Romance
Story Status: Active
Pairings: Male/Female
Warnings: Adult Situations, Extreme Language, Fluff, Original Characters, Racism, Strong Sexual Content
Series: Southern Gents
Chapters: 9
Completed:No
Word count: 9583
Read Count: 18352
Published: March 16 2012
Updated: May 01 2012


Title: Chapter 7: She's Having A Baby

YEAY!!!

I'm a sucker for baby makes three love stories!!! i'm happy for her... Cant wait for grady to catch up with her!!!!

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Date: April 10 2012

Title: Chapter 6: The Devil's Advocate

somebody is Preggers!!! LOL cant wait for her to realize it!!

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Date: April 04 2012

Title: Chapter 8: Soul Food

Just take ur time this chapter was good too!!!

really appreciate ur work

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Date: May 01 2012

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A virtual wallflower for most of her life, what will Sasha do when she encounters the first man to ever make her want to be noticed? Dmitri is a man used to being surrounded by the most beautiful things, including women. Will he accept Sasha, a woman who is usually overshadowed by the beauty of her friends? Is he capable of noticing that while her beauty may not be as blatant, it should still be treaured? This is the story of a wallflower and the man she loves.

 

Sasha: the Wallflower has been removed from this site and is available for purchase on Amazon Kindle. Thank you all for your support!



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: General
Genre: Drama, Erotica, Friendship, Romance
Story Status: Completed
Pairings: Male/Female
Warnings: Adult Situations, Extreme Language, Original Characters, Strong Sexual Content , Un-betaed
Series: None
Chapters: 31
Completed:Yes
Word count: 2670
Read Count: 196744
Published: May 31 2013
Updated: November 25 2015


Title: Chapter 17: Chapter 16

Sasha has began breaking out of her cocoon. 

she is going through the stages of grief as well.

I wish her all the best on her journey...

She has began to love herself and that's very important. 

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Date: December 19 2013

Title: Chapter 16: Chapter 15

.... Sasha Sasha Sasha.... 

I recommend you finish your degree 

look up your mother and get some closure

find your daddy get some closure

move on and try to be happy the one fir you will reveal himself when the time is right.

and start your own little family. ...

Dmitry will regret his actions as will everyone that tore you down...

wishing you a blessed recovery

 

 

 

 

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Date: December 17 2013

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In the wake of an ugly divorce, Natalia executes a scheme meant to move her beyond the hurt inflicted by her ex-husband, Richard.  The plan is to ease her suffering by increasing his, and her weapon, a younger man unwittingly drawn into the illicit plot. 

In the quest for revenge, will Natalia realize her goal of bringing Richard to his knees?  Or will vengeance and her weapon of choice become her undoing?

 



Table of Contents
Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: General
Genre: Drama, Family, Romance
Story Status: Completed
Pairings: None
Warnings: Extreme Language, Original Characters, Strong Sexual Content , Un-betaed , Work in Progress
Challenges: December's Wrap-up!
Series: None
Chapters: 40
Completed:Yes
Word count: 120
Read Count: 91991
Published: December 13 2013
Updated: May 02 2015


Title: Chapter 39: Chapter 39 - No More Maybes

I've never been happier for a pair of characters as I am for Anthony and Natalia.

I was relieved and sad with this chapter.

Relieved because Natalia and Anthony have their little blessings confirmed and  sad because this is the end of their story....

They made me mad at them, they made me cry for them, they made me want to fight for them and comfort them... I was able to sympathize and empathize with these two and believe they deserve their HEA.

Ms. JAX marvelous as usual. You've raised the bar and now you have me impatiently anticipating your next creation.... 

Thank you for gracing us with your skills!

 



Author's Response:

Thank you for the wonderful review, Sharlene!  It is very much appreciated.  I'm so glad you were able to empathize wiith Anthony and Natalia and enjoyed their story.  And while I too am sad to see this tale end, I'm excited for the next and having you along for the ride.  : ) 

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Date: April 16 2015

Title: Chapter 37: Chapter 37 - The Cruelties of Fate

I hurt for and empathize with Ant...

This Chapter was all about releasing the hurt and feeling comfort...

Brilliantly done Ms. JJ.

Damn Mercedes... I don't understand how some people could be parents... 

Selfish selfish seflish... SMH

I hope Anthony gets the chance to meet his father... I need some sunshine after all these hurricanes Ms. JJ. 

 Looking forward to happy times for Nat and Ant!

 

Happy Easter!

 



Author's Response:

I agree.  Mercede is a menace.  

I can't promise a father-son reunion, but things will get better for Ant and Nat.

Thanks for the lovely review and Happy Easter wishes, Sharlene! 

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Date: April 05 2015

Title: Chapter 17: Chapter 17 - Miss Me

It's like you never left. Just beautiful! 



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Thanks Sharlene!

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Date: January 03 2015

Title: Chapter 29: Chapter 29 - The One That Got Away

... please lord...

I'm praying for Natalia

You know you are an author when your reader is affected by your character's stuggles.

Beautifully done Ms. Jax... can we have a pair of twins Please! Pretty Please...



Author's Response:

What an awesome review.  Thanks Sharlene!  Keep those prayers going up for Natalia.  She's gonna need it.  And I'll see what I can do about those twins : )

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Date: February 23 2015

Title: Chapter 30: Chapter 30 - The End of Ignorance and Bliss

OMG!  OMG! 

I think Richard's first wife slept with his father!

I did not see this coming... It explains everything!  Oh Lord!

I'm in the hair salon acting the fool over this story! LOL

This is Better than Daytime Drama!

Excellent as usual Ms. JAX!

 

 

 

 



Author's Response:

Lol.  Thanks Sharlene!

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Date: February 28 2015

Title: Chapter 35: Chapter 35 - If I Can't Have You...

I can't even say anything 

I'm so shocked p issued

Man that Richard is a real b***h

I hope the babies are okay

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Date: March 15 2015

Title: Chapter 36: Chapter 36 - Losing Another Talerico

I've read plenty of books watched a plethora of shows and none as ever come close to the turmoil these last two chapters.

I'm sure people thought I was crazy the way I was acting on the bus while reading the last chapter messed around and missed my damn stop too.

Let's start with Richard. He is a f×cking selfish basted but I think he really does care for Natalia and divorced her cause he got caught with his pants down. I believe he was really protecting her from his family as messed up as it is. I believe he did what he did because he couldn't stomach losing another woman to the seed of the man who knocked Mercedes up (I think it was his father(Pop Pop) but I'll wait to see what happens).

Rich didn't mean to let it all out like that but emotions running high and he was worried about Natalia given her condition.  I think he snapped because it still bothers him what Mercedes did to his mother and father relationship. He didn't out her to hurt Ant but more to Hurt Mercedes the way she hurt him and his family.  He has never really forgiven either Richard or Mercedes. I know the brothers will work it out.

Anthony Anthony Anthony!  Boy you need lots of therapy. I'm so proud of you for introducing Natalia and so sorry for the blow you took as a result. I'm praying you forgive both Natalia and Rich and even your mother cause you not gonna be able to move ford and enjoy your life if you don't and you deserve that and more.

Natalia,  please tell Anthony when he gets back the truth no relation ship built on secrets will last example 1: your marriage to Richard.  I know Anthony will forgive you because you two have been through worst and love is all about sacrifice,  honesty and loyalty. I really need Nat to cool down though this stressful environment ain't good for her and the babies. 


Ms. JJ I need a signed copy of this book upon completion. This is one I need in my Library! You have a blessed gift and I'm thankful for you sharing it with us. Looking forward to the next Chapter.


 



Author's Response:

Great insight, Sharlene.  I have to agree with your assessment of the character.  Richard has allowed his desire for women, vegeance, and his family's approval to get the best of him, but he does feel a deep love for Nat.  And Mercede unlocked years of resentment with her attack on Nat.  As far as Rich is concerned, she bears most of the blame for his parent's divorce and Anthony's miserable childhood.  Nat keeping her prior knowledge a secret would be a huge mistake, but may be one she doesn't get a chance to make.  More on that next chapter.

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and for the awesome review!!! 

P.S.  Sorry about the curious stares from other passengers and you missing your stop.  I blame Mercede  : )

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Date: April 02 2015

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Not everyone gets a happy ending...

Hey guys,

Heart of Lies Book 1&2 have now been published under one of my pennames Alma Muerte.

FB Author page: Alma Muerte.



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Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: Supernatural
Genre: None
Story Status: None
Pairings: None
Warnings: None
Series: None
Chapters: 1
Completed:No
Word count: 2951
Read Count: 32558
Published: January 27 2015
Updated: September 10 2015


Title: Heart of Lies

I'm Team Lyssa all the way!

Like Lyssa I pity Eros. Yes she loves Arric but she will develop feelings for the man whose child she carries and he for her it's the natural way of things. Eros will protect her because although he is linked to his Sire, Lyssa has given him back some of his humanity and he will protect her and his child to the last breath. Eros and the Lupa maybe side pieces but they share bonds of life with the main characters so only in death will they part from the main characters. The Lupa can go first since Lyssa beat her fair and square so she can be dispatched. If Lyssa carries fraternal twins that will be great! Wished she and Arric would have slept together their last night. Imagine carrying a wolf and vampire in one womb!

Anyway that's my two cents...

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Date: August 09 2015

Title: Chapter 1: Chapter 1

So, I like the fact that there is an Eros. Artic gets a taste of how it made Lyssa feel when he mated with one of his own kind just to have an heir. Lyssa isn't doing it to get back at him or even because she wants to she is doing it because she loves him and is sacrificing herself. I hope she goes through with it. I hope she has the baby and develops a relationship with Eros.  I understand Arric is king and all but I think he has also taken Lyssa for granted and he cheated on her he deserves to suffer a bit. 

Very good story. Tone, Action, characterization all up there. Keep up the excellence. Been a while since I read a good fantasy fiction. 

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Date: June 30 2015

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Sequel to "Love, God & Ultimatums"



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Categories: Original Fiction
Characters: None
Classification: None
Genre: Comedy , Drama, Family, Romance
Story Status: Active
Pairings: None
Warnings: Adult Situations, BDSM, Dark Fic, Drugs/Drug Use, Extreme Language, Graphic Violence, Original Characters, Racism, Rape, Strong Sexual Content , Un-betaed , Work in Progress
Series: None
Chapters: 38
Completed:No
Word count: 227600
Read Count: 78667
Published: July 03 2015
Updated: May 09 2021


Title: Chapter 7: Chapter 7 - Slippery When Wet

Did a is right not to introduce Brandon at this point in their relationship. I'm from the school of when you bring a man home you either pregnant, engaged or eloped. None of these things have occurred so no need to bring him home yet. Plus Branny Boo has  a whole lot of skeltons in the closet and if i was Diya i would take him home till i atleast knew what the hell i was taking home or dealing with. I wish this was a TV drama I would definitely subscribe. Keep up the excellent writing and storytelling. 



Author's Response:

Thanks for the fantastic insight and review, Sharlene!!!  Personally, I'm with you on the reasons for introducing a guy to the fam--mostly because of who I am and who I know they are.  And you're right--as crazy as Diya is about Brandon, she has no idea what he's keeping from her.  She can assume, but she doesn't know.  In Diya's situation, it's best she go in with all the info.  What that situation is will become clearer next chapter.  Thanks again for taking the time to read and review!  So glad you're enjoying the story!  

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Date: August 02 2015

Title: Chapter 13: Chapter 13 - Date Night, First Fight (Revised)

I know where Diya is coming from in terms of her family. Shoot I refuse to chose a man over family when it looks like that man will leave my ass in a heart beat to play hero for some childhood friend who he kissed in the past.

I like Brandon I really do, I may even be in love with him but where the hell was he when Diya needed saving, that's some messed up shit right there. Call me irrational  but he should have held his pee you don't leave a hot girl alone in a club. What he thought no other dude was gonna find her attractive and approach her? Then he had the nerve to manhandle her after...

Now this Aryan giant is a set up and I wanna know who is behind it I won't put it past her family, his family or the bitch who refuses to find a man of her own and uses her children to interfere in another woman's  relationship. 

All ranting aside... I'm rely not a bitter person just been in Diya's shoes. Ms. JJ your writing  was excellent as usual thank you for taking time out to share with us.



Author's Response:

You're very welcome, Sharlene.  Thank you!  I don't think you're bitter at all.  You've brought up some very valid points I don't think anyone else has mentioned.  

Diya's family is dysfunctional as hell, but dependable in their predictability, and her father, in his love--despite the lunacy.  Catapulting that for a man who's behavior and friendship have become somewhat unpredictable, or troublesome in their predictability (in that he's always playing hero to Marisol), can't be easy or all that advisable.  Brandon always manages to be there for Marisol when she needs him, but was MIA when Diya was in distress.  However understanding she wants to be, that's got to mess with her head and make her wonder if alienating herself from her family is a good idea when Brandon's not willing to sacrifice some of his Marisol-related hero duties for her.  

As for the giant, he wasn't a plant.  Just a random violent douche.  But that would have been an interesting twist. 

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Date: January 04 2016

Title: Chapter 14: Chapter 14 - Fallen Angels

Oh Diya, Maybe some time apart is good for them both all this time people give Diya grief and look what Brandon do Diya was right not to invest in the first place his treatment of her has been absolutely atrocious.

I look forward to seeing how he cleans up his mess.



Author's Response:

Me too : /  Time apart may very well be the answer, but can they give it to one another?

Thanks sharlene!

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Date: January 14 2016

Title: Chapter 15: Chapter 15 - The Cause (Revised)

.... SMH... Love is Blind.... Diya is truly in love with Brandon despite his F'ed up history. Brandon... I can't say he doesn't deserve Diya what I can say is that they are both human and can't help how they feel despite knowing that the odds are against them. Well JJ you do a wonderful job creating human characters... I hate a tory where the characters are perfect and victims of situations... your characters are realistic and relateable... I like that you don't rush and keep the reader wanting to find out what happens next plus there are lessons to be learned from how these characters handle their issues...

Thanks for sharing you stories with us... 



Author's Response:

Thank YOU, sharlene, for this review!!!  I'm so happy you're enjoying the way I'm portraying the characters and piecing this thing together.  There's just too much going on with Brandon's past and Diya's present to rush it.  Eventually, the two will collide, and we'll see those odds you're talking about reach their peak.  More on that to come...  Thanks again, for the lovely compliments and for taking the time to share them and your insight!  

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Date: January 27 2016

Title: Chapter 29: Chapter 29 - Who You Love

Sorry ...Not Sorry... I'd cry about it but Me and Brandon would be done. I feel for Di but Brandon you cant hide secrets like that in a relationship... what else you hiding Brandon. Damn.... SMH... As a woman that is a slap in the face... Marisol is using him. Oscar a prick but he didnt lie. God please bless her with another man Amen



Author's Response:

Lol!  She may already have one...

And you and Diya are on the same page--Oscar might be crazy, but he ain't no liar.

More to come on both the above.  Thanks, sharlene!

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Date: March 13 2019

Title: Chapter 29: Chapter 29 - Who You Love

Have to review again... Lord JJ you know how to keep your audience off the edge of the seat. So no relationship is perfect and both characters are beautifully flawed. However, I dont see Brandon falling out of love with Marisol until she shows her true colors and by then it will be too late. He would have already lost. Diya. Diya you need to be woman enough to let go and let God work things out for you. I believe that this revealtion will not allow you and Brandon to have a healthy relationship. Brandon you cant help who you love but you also cant have your cake and eat it too. You gonna have to choose and its obvious from the beginning who you've chosen through your actions. Diya has to figure out away to move on and have pride in herself cause honestly you have to love yourself first and you have to put yourself first. Brandon doesnt know what a gift he was blessed with. I hope Diya makes the decision to love herself and put herself first my father says a a woman allows a man to treat her the way she wants to be treated.vI believe this is true for both Diya and Marisol. Marisol chooses to act like a victim to control Brandon and Diya chooses to allow Brandon to treat her the way he does. I like both characters but woman to woman Diya take a step back. You have been fighting for Brandin from the beginning its time to fight for yourself and allow your heart to heal. You cant negotiate with God. You cant negotiate with Love. Those two are out of human control. Ok im done... if i invest as much time into my schoolwork id be an A student SMH



Author's Response:

LOL!!!  I'm the author, and I approve of this message.

Thanks sharlene!!!

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Date: March 14 2019

Title: Chapter 30: Chapter 30 - Who I Thought I Knew

JJ you are making me an emotional wreck. I need to see a therapist after this rollercoaster of emotions.

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Date: August 22 2019

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