Recent Reviews for Cheryl Kaye Tardif
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The River (Book) - 12/6/2008 6:31:16 PM
great characters, tons of action, cool technology
Michael Crichton fans will enjoy a ride on THE RIVER: like Crichton, Cheryl Tardif's suspense/near science fiction is all about what happens when you mix way-cool technology with bad people.
Biotechnologist Dr. Lawrence went missing on a northern Canadian river trip seven years before. His anthropologist daughter Del is surprised when one of his traveling companions drops two bombshells: Lawrence is still alive, and bad guys are after him. He gives Del some clues to help her find her father, and this sets her on a quest to find her father and neutralize the bad guys.
And that's the setup to the guts of the story: the quest turns into a river trip with a set of well-developed characters, all carrying their own emotional baggage and conflicts with them to this northern Canadian river. And when Del arrives, Tardif feeds us geeks with references to nanobots, time travel, and the chase to find an elixir of life. Del's romantic adventures are fun and full of conlicts, and the ethical dilemmas are presented and handled well.
I found THE RIVER to be a great mix of adventure, suspense, romance, and technology, and I can't wait to read more of Tardif's works.
Whale Song (Out of Print) (Book) - 11/8/2008 2:03:54 AM
Your book looks wonderful
Divine Intervention (Book) - 9/11/2007 7:31:44 AM
Cheryl~GIRL YOU GO!!
CONGRATULATIONS AGAIN~wow the excerpt can cause one's teeth to chatter...how did you think of this one~incredible. Hmmm one can only wonder what you will create next?
Continued success in your work and all you do.
Take care now,
Blessings to you~Gwendolyn
The River (Book) - 9/11/2007 7:25:20 AM
Very interesting~Congrats Cheryl~woowoo!!
~Gwendolyn
Whale Song (Out of Print) (Book) - 5/21/2007 3:37:43 PM
This is what bestselling author Luanne Rice had to say about Whale Song...
"Whale Song is deep and true, a compelling story of love and family and the mysteries of the human heart. Cheryl Kaye Tardif has written a beautiful, haunting novel."
-- NY Times Bestselling novelist Luanne Rice, author of Beach Girls and What Matters Most
Whale Song (Out of Print) (Book) - 4/9/2007 2:00:15 PM
Congrats again Cheryl!
All the best~much success to you and "Whale Song"
Sincerely,
~Gwendolyn
Whale Song (Out of Print) (Book) - 2/1/2007 4:29:47 PM
If you haven't read this book yet, you must do so! I'm betting it will be a movie soon. Also, if you have a copy of the original cover, hang on to it. It'll be a collector's item!
Chrissy K. McVay
The River (Book) - 6/27/2006 7:52:26 PM
New review from Edmonton Sun (June 15th, 2006)
"Local author Cheryl Kaye Tardif specializes in mile-a-minute pot-boiler mysteries, usually set in Western Canadian locales. Her latest, The River, is a whodunit centred around mysterious happenings on the Nahanni River up north. An earlier Tardif book, the independently released Whale Song, will be published in early 2007 by Kunati Books." --Graham Hicks, Edmonton Sun
Divine Intervention (Book) - 8/17/2004 9:11:21 PM
Congratulations on writing a riveting novel. My "five-star" review of Divine Intervention follows. Good luck . . . you deserve it! Jimmy Fox, Louisiana author of genealogical mysteries--www.jimmyfox.com & AuthorsDen.com.
*****
Cheryl Kaye Tardif's hot futuristic thriller, Divine Intervention, radiates suspense and mystery. Divine Intervention transports the reader to a tomorrow with comforting echoes of today, but also with strange possibilities that challenge expectations.
Tardif's passionate crime solvers are anything but ordinary, in any time: three high-strung special investigators endowed with psychic powers, which enable them to pierce the veil separating the physical world from a fleeting dimension of shadowy thoughts and events. Their extrasensory vision isn't perfect, though, and Jasi, Natassia, and Ben must always supplement their gifts with old-fashioned detective work and strategic, if sometimes unpleasant, alliances to make up the balance. Paradoxically, their unusual abilities can render them dangerously vulnerable, transforming the hunters into the prey, the magicians of emotion into nearly helpless pawns.
The author skillfully ties and unties knots in a plot line stretching back decades to a source of evil now unleashing fiery destruction and horrible death amid the scenic wonders of British Columbia, Canada. Tardif fuels her story with relentless pacing, marvelously cryptic clues, frequent surprises, and convincing details of criminal investigation and firefighting. The narrative temperature reaches feverish intensity when multiple conflicts threaten to ignite and obsessive attractions cloud rationality with sensual steam.
As a mystery author and lover of a well-told tale, I found much to admire and enjoy in Divine Intervention by Cheryl Kaye Tardif.
(Reviewed by Jimmy Fox, author of genealogical mysteries: Deadly Pedigree, Lineages and Lies, and Jackpot Blood)
*****
Lancelot's Lady (Short Story) - 6/9/2009 9:00:30 AM
Lancelot's Lady captures the reader with intriguing dialogue, and a suspenseful plot. It is captivatingly written by a gifted author whose voice deserves to be heard.
Reginald V. Johnson
Sweet Dreams (Short Story) - 2/21/2009 10:23:32 AM
Good story. The tension is handled well. Makes me want to read more.
Separation Anxiety (Short Story) - 1/3/2009 6:14:42 AM
wow. never would of though a bee would want revenge. cool story.
REMOTE CONTROL by Cheryl Kaye Tardif (Short Story) - 11/22/2008 7:15:47 AM
Excellent writing, one of the best stories I've read at AD :)
REMOTE CONTROL by Cheryl Kaye Tardif (Short Story) - 10/14/2008 11:00:19 AM
Great story, Cheryl; very well written! BRAVA!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Take a solitary journey by looking back (Short Story) - 8/15/2008 8:57:14 PM
Great piece, Cheryl. I look at those stairs and I immediately envision myself on the 4th or 5th step. A good start, but a long way to go. That pretty much sums up how I feel. Not such a bad place to be!
How Whale Song has inspired me... (Short Story) - 8/29/2007 11:10:47 AM
Thank you for sharing your beautiful words, I was led to your page today and I am glad that I have discovered whale song.
Whitefeather
How Whale Song has inspired me... (Short Story) - 4/5/2007 5:29:20 PM
thanks a million for writing this enjoyable explication/revelation. i will look for this book in july when I am in the States. cheers
Ouija (Short Story) - 11/18/2006 9:10:25 PM
I agree with my anthology mate Terry Vinson on this one. You need to find a print publish with this bastard of a horror story. Eerie you are there feel, and this isn't done in a long time. Your voice here calls to mind some of the John Silence stories by Algernon Blackwood. If you haven't read him pick up the short story "Victim Of A Higher Space," and this would fit right there with his work. Definately have a voice for the darker horror styles, and this is really hardcore too. For Terry to review this one, you did a good job -- and he has a strong eye for the frightening. This is coming from someone who appeared with him on Reality Check. Send this one to James Riser for his anthology. Since it appeared in a magazine go for it -- you got nothing to lose.
The Final Bomb (Short Story) - 11/5/2006 10:13:29 AM
So very, beautifully vivdid!
Jason’s Gifts (Short Story) - 11/2/2006 7:49:52 AM
i have no words really...sad and so unnecessary as are most of these circumstances...it is beautifully and touchingly written.
Ouija (Short Story) - 10/27/2006 7:37:14 PM
Cheryl,
This is high-level, professional stuff. Intruiging plotline, suspenseful hook...and a fantastic ending. Enjoyed every 'edge of the seat' moment. This really had that 'you are there' feel.
Keep up the great work,
Terry V.
Ouija (Short Story) - 10/16/2006 6:42:43 PM
Unique hook on the intro, pacing of this storyline complemented the narrative, building suspense and engaging your readers & rewarding them with a powerful & awesome ending. Wonderful work Cheryl, looking forward to reading more from you!
Ouija (Short Story) - 9/28/2006 12:49:17 PM
Ok...is this for real? If it isn't it's one heck of a good attempt at realism! I loved this piece!!! Great write Cheryl! Michelle
Sweet Dreams (Short Story) - 9/28/2006 9:28:23 AM
This is total twilight zone and stephen king mixed up together. I felt sort of like 'what the fu**' when reading your weird story. Your imagination and ability is very entertaining and I hope to see more from you soon.
Check out my new story 'mabels grave'
charles o'connor III
Atrophy (Short Story) - 8/31/2006 11:45:34 AM
Good story
Excerpt of The River (Ch 1-3) (Short Story) - 8/17/2006 8:51:33 AM
Excellent story; thanks for sharing it here, Cheryl! Very well done; brava!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
Ouija (Short Story) - 8/1/2006 7:59:49 PM
Wonderful read. Loved the slight spelling quirks, giving "life and personality" to the main character. Great job!
Picture Perfect (Short Story) - 7/30/2006 12:11:29 PM
Cheryl,
Came by your site for a visit and am certainly glad I did. I am always impressed by writers who can take a supernatural/horror theme such as this, omit all genre 'crutches' such as profanity and gross out gore, and still pen a haunting tale that hangs with the reader long after the tale has been ingested. Bravo.
Terry
Ouija (Short Story) - 7/27/2006 10:15:28 AM
Brilliantly written story, the build up is measured but intense and the ending is superb - leaves the feeling of wanting that little bit more which for me is the perfect ending.
Kiss of Death (Short Story) - 7/27/2006 10:04:11 AM
Another excellent story - really well written, I'll be checking back regularly for updates.
Atrophy (Short Story) - 7/27/2006 9:57:43 AM
Picture Perfect (Short Story) - 7/26/2006 8:48:23 AM
WOW! Excellent write, Cheryl! Very well penned; brava!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D
I agree completely with Melissa below! :)
Picture Perfect (Short Story) - 7/26/2006 7:16:17 AM
oh my gosh, what a gut-wrenching, perfectly written, horrific story. As the plain Jane sandwiched between 2 pretty sisters, I get this in the worst way. My heart hurts. I bow before your awesome talent!
Ouija (Short Story) - 7/21/2006 8:41:28 AM
Great, great, excellent write Cheryl! I'm definately going to read more of your writes! Though the story flows along easily, the build up is so intense!
God bless, Cheryl!
Sandie.
Depression & Suicide: Help those in need step Out of the Darkness (Article) - 1/21/2009 4:00:39 PM
I appreciate your article. I, too have suffered from this horrible plague! In times past, I couldn't understand why anyone would want to end their own life. But in 1998, this plague of depression carried me down to the pit. After losing weight down to 98lbs,I knew I needed some help. So many people either give in to the pain or the medications don't work. I'm thankful that they have worked for me. I never want to walk that way again! KJ Jacobs
iPhone 3G review & Finding Bliss - the 1st novel written on an iPhone (Article) - 1/11/2009 8:29:45 AM
Very interesting and informative. Thanks!
How To Kick-Start Your Metabolism! (Article) - 1/11/2009 8:17:19 AM
Bravo! Well stated - concise and to the point! Thanks cheryl!
iPhone 3G review & Finding Bliss - the 1st novel written on an iPhone (Article) - 10/11/2008 9:02:02 AM
Absolutely genuis, Cheryl! I plan to stay informed on this!
Sage
A novel idea for Christmas - give books (Article) - 10/5/2008 2:28:01 PM
Nice promotion of your books Cheryl. Hope you are doing well. Malcolm Watts (Reflections from Shadow)
A novel idea for Christmas - give books (Article) - 10/5/2008 3:16:13 AM
good suggestion enjoyed the read
Is the end of the world coming for the book industry? (Article) - 9/19/2008 4:41:39 PM
Great article, Cheryl. I don't think it's the end of the world at all, but a changing world; one that's been changing for at least fifteen years already. If bookstores are suffering it's because online retailers are doing better than they were ten years ago. And I agree, online promotion is far more viable than travelling all over the country at the author's expense. And just for the record, I'd take a smaller advance too!!
Is the end of the world coming for the book industry? (Article) - 9/18/2008 8:52:37 PM
My Favorite Expression: Theres Always Light At End Of Tunnel...All I Can Add Is It Took Me 3 + Years Collect $32.15 Royalties From My iUniverse Publisher...
Same: Staff Cuts, People Work There (Keep Moving 3 Times)Don't Know I Hand From Other... Even Asked Me Get Receipts From People I Knew Bought My Books!?
Most Publishing Is Owned By Scientology MaybemShed Some Light On Your Write,i.e. They Then Were Behind My Bankrupted Published Books in 1980...They Want You Read Only Scientology B S...Most Mass Media Is Controlled Or Owned In Same!
Credit Illuminating Write...
TRASK
Is the end of the world coming for the book industry? (Article) - 9/18/2008 4:28:22 PM
Cheryl,
Superb article with the perfect end. No doubt, tons of suspense in the industry and change is overdue.
Cynthia
Do you believe in the paranormal? (Article) - 5/18/2008 3:34:54 PM
Quite Interesting ,i.e. Why I Don't Talk About my Own Experiences = 90% Humans Are Living In Vacuum Can't See Their Nose in Spite Of Their Own Face...
TRASK
Do you believe in the paranormal? (Article) - 5/17/2008 3:20:08 PM
Interesting. Liz
Can you ever have too many blogs? (Article) - 4/27/2008 8:44:55 PM
The River sounds great. I'll read the reviews and decide soon. Thanks
Things I hear at my book signings (Article) - 4/26/2008 11:54:30 AM
Thanks for the laughs and the insight! May you find lots of chocolate in abandonned handbags. ;)
TV's hit show Medium redeems itself (Article) - 4/12/2008 12:54:33 PM
I enjoy Medium, though I do wish the series more closely matched the real medium's style; that is, being able to focus in on a case at will rather than waiting for random dreams. And then, too, when she stopped talking to the dead, she really wasn't a medium any more. Oh well, cool series! Anjelica made for a nice character with a surprise conclusion to her tenure on the show.
Malcolm
Your style is similar to Michael Connelly's (Article) - 4/2/2008 10:16:23 AM
Good and fun read. Thanx for sharing.
Why doesn't every bookstore carry my books? (Article) - 2/13/2008 7:49:11 PM
Great, useful information for all of us. Thanks!!!!! for sharing it. cheers
Why doesn't every bookstore carry my books? (Article) - 2/13/2008 5:16:13 PM
This was a very informative article. You have opened my eyes to something I did not know existed. I wonder what the difference is between someone who self-publishes vs. a published author if the published author has to market the book as much as a self-published author would? Very interesting. Thank you.
Canada's oldest bookstore to close doors (Article) - 2/9/2008 10:57:49 PM
It is really sad and also frightening. It seems to happen everywhere. It also seems that people are reading less book. Best wishes. Willie
Whale Song crosses racial boundaries (Article) - 11/15/2007 1:46:47 PM
enjoyed the read
Want to connect to readers, plus get valuable info on promoting your book? (Article) - 11/15/2007 1:46:19 PM
interesting read
Bestselling author says: 'I kill people off for a living.' (Article) - 10/11/2007 1:22:12 PM
Nice way to make friends, Cheryl. Sounds like a killer way, you ask me! LOL Enjoyed this little tease...well done.
(((HUGS))) and love, Karla.
Bestselling author says: 'I kill people off for a living.' (Article) - 10/10/2007 5:05:22 PM
Oh, THAT's a good way to make friends, Cheryl...NOT! LOL Still, you do kill people for a living; you write murder mysteries! LOL Cute article; enjoyed~
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D *still laughing*
I Read About You in the Bathroom." (Article) - 8/23/2007 12:05:17 PM
lol. Bless that little girl and the next generation is inspired; by you. Great. Liz
Building a Character Wall (Article) - 8/8/2007 7:16:10 AM
These are marvelous suggestions for the novice as well as the expert. Following these helpful guidelines builds characters as well as the proverbial bottom line.
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 7:21:07 AM
Wonderful. I love the whole image you portray. Whales are beautiful creatures with a mournful cry. I often wonder what it really is they are calling for.
AM
Forever Friends (Poetry) - 6/4/2009 8:22:57 AM
Absolutely beautiful poem Cheryl. I love the lyrical flow of your poetry. Great job.
Anna
Vocab and Grammar (Poetry) - 6/4/2009 8:21:38 AM
Fabulous! I hear ya!
Anna
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 6/4/2009 8:20:42 AM
Tragically sad poem. Very well penned Cheryl; I really enjoyed reading it.
Anna
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 5/14/2009 2:18:50 AM
I like the contrast between peace and danger in this poem. Very chilling. Hugs,
Sheila
Forever Friends (Poetry) - 1/12/2009 6:40:22 AM
PERFECT! Love this heartfelt poem Cheryl!
GReat Inspiration and uplift on your part!
Again the heavens will open and accept your friend, as chosen!
Then soon you will again be together, as no True Friendship will go asunder!
STay Positive! Through the peaceful serenity within....
WArmest of Blessings of Love, Light and Inner Peace, Warrior Purple Lady SHEExooo
Hope For the Lost Child (Poetry) - 8/4/2008 10:00:38 AM
Very well written with a meaningful spirtual message.
With God - Anything is possible!
JMD
Spirit World (Poetry) - 7/8/2008 9:55:33 AM
I do think heaven will be like this and am waiting for my trip to heaven, but God is not ready yet. So grateful I can find religious writes like yours on the den. Good and thrilling to my soul.
Spirit Child (Poetry) - 7/8/2008 9:54:17 AM
A great write and wonderful words penned by you. So soul wretching and spirually told.
Littlest Angel (Poetry) - 7/8/2008 9:52:45 AM
A very gloriosly moving poem for me to read. I do believe in angels and the Good Lord has many of them up there with him too. Good write**********
I Am Here (Poetry) - 7/8/2008 9:51:15 AM
Good tribute to your growing daughter and staying by her in all times of need and glory are the right things to do. She will grow up loving you and needing you and when all grown up will see you as the Greatest thing on earth.
Littlest Angel (Poetry) - 6/1/2008 3:56:29 AM
Beautiful, a very touching poem. Blessings to you..M
Illusive Me (Poetry) - 5/10/2008 10:59:28 PM
Never give up , one has to try to succeed...M
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 5/10/2008 10:58:18 PM
Beautiful images in this hauntingly sad poem.. Well done!......M
Goddess of the Dark (Poetry) - 5/2/2008 9:21:57 AM
Thanks for the reminder we are not alone even at night. Sometimes feelings of loneliness creep up more at nights, but there is still life and the morning to look forward too. Goddes of the Dark can be with me at nights now too and comfort me.**********
Goddess of the Night (Poetry) - 5/2/2008 9:20:20 AM
Good poem as I hate nighttime and this is soothing to my soul and I should really enjoy the good old moon.
Kissed By An Angel (Poetry) - 4/26/2008 1:48:09 AM
very touching,an exceptional one indeed.
Forever Friends (Poetry) - 4/24/2008 8:01:18 AM
I understand what you are saying in your poem Cheryl- Because of what Christ my Lord has done for me,I'm Heaven-bound. I just had a brother in the Lord go there- I told him as he was dying that I would join him later in God's time. This poem you wrote is now one of my favorites of all time. You are gifted!
Forever Friends (Poetry) - 4/3/2008 10:55:41 AM
Liked this so true poem and makes me want to go to Heaven soon, but I still have some work here to do. It is such a great write, very inspiration and hope it will get about to many people.
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 3/2/2008 5:53:06 PM
Absoloutley beautiful and thought-provoking ...
Applies not only to this creature of the water, but real life as well.
Loved it.
Forever Friends (Poetry) - 10/23/2007 4:48:08 AM
Nothing dies...
Blessings upon you,
Keith
Forever Friends (Poetry) - 10/2/2007 2:37:02 PM
I hope this inspirational write helps your friend.
It's hard to say "good bye," but know that you'll meet again is a win/win, especially knowing He'll be there to greet you.
Kathy
A Mother's Spirit (Poetry) - 8/27/2007 1:54:52 PM
So touching, warm, "listen and hear your mother smile" what serenity expressed here. Excellent. Liz
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 8/23/2007 12:02:01 PM
Haunting. The cries of a mother who has lost her baby knows no species. The heart breaking ache all the same. Love the imagery. Sad but reality. Bless you. Liz
A Whale Song (Poetry) - 8/4/2007 1:50:11 PM
Sad and poignant. Powerful and emotional poem. Nice job.
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