A DARKER SHADE OF ORANGE

See the January issue of Orange Coast Magazine for a comprehensive review by Marilyn Hudson.

The Mistral

A mystery wrapped in French politics inside amnesia, by Review person, Tustin, Ca. 2007

In this first effort by author Desjardins, he proves himself a worthy storyteller. The reader is motivated to stay with the tale during the early narrative and is compelled to do so as the pace quickens. Desjardins measures revelations of his characters to sustain interest and avoids challenges to our suspension of belief, as the story moves toward resolution. A intriguing technique of revealing parts of the puzzle well before the ending is fused with unexpected nuances.

This novel could provide fodder for a cinematic creation, with characters almost jumping off the page. The largely narrative form provides ample flexibility to bend characters with dialogue. I look forward to the author's next story.

very exciting and inventive plot, December 8, 2007 By Jan Mark Dudman.

The Mistral is a very exciting book with an imaginative plot that keeps you involved and guessing about the outcome.

A Suspensful Mystery With a Touch of Romance, Oct 9, 2007 by W. Cuskey.

This entertaining story explodes with intrigue and suspense and just a bit of romance. Marius/John comes eye to eye with evil and challenges it without flinching. Desjardins gives us a great cast of characters who I look forward to seeing again. All in all a great read and I can't wait for his next book.

A Romantic Political Mystery, July 2007 by Gpsy, Trabuco Canyon, Ca.

This thought-provoking, political mystery was the exotic vacation that I didn't get this summer.The short chapters with great hooks, kept me turning the pages. A great book to carry with you on your travels.