Reviews for An Island Between Us

K’Anne’s books get 5-stars!

Tinna Webb

5.0 out of 5 stars impressive

July 14, 2019

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I really enjoyed this, even life in the 1940’s wasn’t easy.I really liked the two main character’s and the kids. They complemented each other, the in-laws didn’t like them at all. Overall a well written story and highly enjoyable, I look forward to seeing what K’Anne comes out with next.

radargrl

5.0 out of 5 stars captivating

July 29, 2019

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What a wonderful story that an old timer like me could totally relate to. The times after World War II were definitely not accepting of two women living together. These two not only lived together but were successfully raising their children. A story worth reading.

Janice Best

5.0 out of 5 stars I could not put this down!

July 16, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

I was a little nervous about reading a historical piece about a lesbian couple, but although they had to be extraordinarily circumspect, few issues arose because of their relationship.

I love how they were a team along with their kids, and others, as it came up. And how they soothed over the kids’ grandparents’ concerns.

Bobbi

5.0 out of 5 stars these gals are tough

July 18, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

I was given the opportunity to read tHis story in exchange for an honest opinion. My opinion? What a beautiful story. There is a real innocence to it. The perfect relationship. I love the “we’ll figure it out as we go’ attitude. These ladies compliment one another perfectly. This would be my kind of relationship. Beautifully written and thank you for allowing me to read it. I would definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a little something to spend a few quiet hours on.

svincent

5.0 out of 5 stars fascinating story!

July 23, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

I really enjoyed reading this book. I don’t usually choose historical fiction, but I loved reading about how different life was back in the 40’s for these women and it was fascinating to find out how their relationship developed and how they overcame all of the difficulties they faced while struggling to build a life on their island. I highly recommend this book.

Jennis Slaughter

5.0 out of 5 stars outstanding

July 21, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

Received as a gift. A good story about two women learning to stand on their own two feet while making a home for themselves and their children.

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So you write lesbian fiction…

When I tell strangers I write lesbian fiction, they equate this with erotica or porn.

Let me explain, porn is visual, so no, I don’t write porn.

In my early years, I wrote erotica (rarely now, because I’ve been there, done that).  However, I like to think the love scenes in my books are definitely not fade-to-black.

It’s amazing how many people assume being a lesbian or writing their stories equates to writing erotica or in their ignorant mind’s, porn…do they really think all lesbians are promiscuous?

Last year in Provincetown I was asked what I wrote, as I was deliberately not saying lesbian fiction…my bland answer told around a fire was, “smut.”  It went over very well, we still chuckle at that reply, but who really cares if I do or don’t?

Sometimes I don’t even tell people anything about the lesbian part, I just say fiction…romance, mystery, action-adventure, but mostly drama.  I’m telling about human lives and they just happen to be lesbians.  I’m not ashamed that I write, it simply is not always about the lesbian, it’s about the story.

In fact, with this in mind, I don’t always put the tags on it when I publish it.  I put it out there to the ‘straight’ world, have picked up some great ‘straight’ followers who appreciate a well-written story.  One reviewer wrote on one of my books, it would have been a great story if I just didn’t have the lesbians in it.

I write what I know, from my own perspective.  It isn’t everyone’s view on life.  I’m telling about a marginalized part of our society that needs a voice.  I’m telling their stories.  I hope I give a well-rounded story where lives go on and the viewer, reader, gets to participate….there just happens to be lesbians in the story.

So, on Lesbian Visibility 2019…be out there and visible!

Reviews for Inn the Dog House

5.0 out of 5 stars This has become one of my favorite Meinel books

January 28, 2019

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Much of the book deals with getting the business started, and that was a lot of fun to read. The doggy day care has so many great things for dogs, and being a dog lover, I had a great time reading it.

I hated the part about Carolyn, and really wonder about Liam’s family.

I love the main characters, but I kind of wish there was more focused on the interactions between Charlie and Reagan.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great story for dog lovers!

January 30, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

I loved this book. The setting in coastal Maine was wonderful and I truly enjoyed reading about how the main character opened up her own doggie daycare business. I also really enjoyed the romance that developed between the main character and a woman who came into her life. The characters faced some real problems, but all in all it was a feel-good story with some surprising twists. I highly recommend this book!

5.0 out of 5 stars What a great read

January 27, 2019

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I was really impressed with this book, it made me laugh, cry and even get angry. A well written story and I’ve got to say I just loved the dogs and cats. The character are well written and I have no problem recommending this book. Looking forward to see what K’Anne comes out with next.

4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable story with love, loss, and dogs.

January 30, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

I really enjoyed this book. The story was great but at the same time I wish there was a bit more of the interactions between Charlie and Reagan. I also would have liked to know more of the story between Charlie and her family. There is a lot on the development of the business (which being a dog lover sounds fantastic) and I just wished for more of the backstory for some the characters which could have also led to some deeper exploration between some character dynamics. Overall, the story has growth, love, loss, and dogs (cats and a pig too) and is very enjoyable and easy to read.

5.0 out of 5 stars Another wonderful offering!!!

February 4, 2019

Format: Kindle Edition

I loved it. Fun plot twists that were unexpected all over the place.

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Labels ~ Model?

Some things should be labeled, some things should not be…

Some labels that I gladly accept (in no particular order): entrepreneur, lesbian, business owner, mom, writer/author, marketeer, and publisher.

Some labels I never expected to hear: diva, stud, model.

The idea of being called a stud is laughable to this femme lesbian, but there you have it, I have not only been labeled one, but it’s official…and, they are using my picture as a model for their calendar!  I love their explanation of what a divastud is and I really do think I fit it so I gladly accept these new labels even if I laugh at them too!

Check it out here and you can order prints of their calendar while you are there!

Kitty Kat Blog reviews CAVALCADE

https://kittykatwordpresscom.wordpress.com/2018/08/04/review-of-cavalcade-by-kanne-meinel/

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Survivors ~ Reviews

This wasn’t an easy book for me to write.  As I’ve mentioned before, I started it in 2011.  I found the topic to be very depressing, but the idea of it never left me.  Over the years I had added to it as I found information I thought would be good in the story.  I can’t tell you how pleased I am with the reviews I have gotten.  No, they aren’t all five star and they shouldn’t be…this isn’t a perfect book, it isn’t even a perfect story, it is however a very scary scenario that one family could have lived through.  I hope those who read this, will give the book a chance.  In the meantime, here are some of the reviews I have been getting:

Thank you to all who have read it, will read it, or are reading it, your reviews do help and are appreciated!

For those of you contemplating it, please go to this link for all your buying options.