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Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles, #1)
by
Chariss K. Walker (Goodreads Author)
Enter for you chance to win a paperback copy of Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles, Book 1). Kaleidoscope is the first book in a paranormal thriller/
Enter for you chance to win a paperback copy of Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles, Book 1). Kaleidoscope is the first book in a paranormal thriller/suspense series.
Open to residents of US, UK, CA, AU
Book Blurb:
After fifteen years of denying his paranormal ability, Mike Lewis has had enough. Keeping the secret has taken a toll on his personal life. He knows he needs help and reaches out to Dr. Nelson Fitch, an old college friend. During the therapy appointment, Mike shares his closely guarded secret revealing that he sees horrifying distant events of the future through a kaleidoscope every time he closes his eyes. Nelson is shocked by the admission because he’s known Mike for over 25 years, but he teaches Mike to become the passive observer of the frightening visions. When Mike stops fighting this ability, it changes and evolves with his acceptance. As soon as the secret has been told, however, Mike meets Casey, a beautiful socialite. In less than a week, he realizes that someone is after him and they’re determined to learn all they can about his ability. He discovers that his home is bugged and his computers are tracked. Then, the real chaos begins as those ‘watching’ take a more aggressive approach and try to abduct him. In the meantime, the kaleidoscope images warn Mike of his own impending dangerous situations and when he heeds the warnings, he is spared another abduction attempt. Mike wants to know who’s behind the near abductions and spying, but the further he digs to uncover the culprits, the eerier it gets. He finally realizes that the best he can do is to learn how to protect himself, fight as long as he can, and then run. Kaleidoscope is the first book in The Vision Chronicles, a series which details Mike’s changing ability, and is followed by Spyglass, Window’s Pane and others. This fast-paced series is filled with honest self-reflection, intimacy and tender moments that can bring a tear or a nod of understanding, along with heart-pounding moments of abduction, imprisonment, and near-death experiences as Mike uses his mystic ability selflessly to help his family and friends.
From the Author:
Mike has a gift, but is it really a curse? He has spent so much time trying to suppress this paranormal ability that he has kept everyone at arm's length. All he really ever wanted was a love relationship like his parents had for each other, but he can't share this secret with others and hiding something prevents him from finding a long-term intimate relationship. Each book covers approximately eight weeks where Mike faces not only threats of capture and abduction, but the challenge to accept this gift.
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Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Kept me engaged the whole time June 8, 2014 By Robin Perron
We have all heard of a Kaleidoscope. That beautiful childhood toy that allows you to see a colorful combination when you look into it is a favorite memory of mine. What if that beautiful memory was turned into terrifying visions that clouded your mind every time you closed your eyes? That is what happens to Mike Lewis, the protagonist in Kaleidoscope by Chariss K. Walker, every time he closes his eyes. He has a gift for seeing the future, but it appears to him as terrifying pictures in a broken Kaleidoscope pattern. After hiding his gift for many years Mike decides it time to open up to someone. From that point on his life turns into chaos. Between the characters, the action, the paranormal activity and one heck of a cliff hanger, I can’t wait to read the next story in The Vision Chronicles.
5.0 out of 5 stars Kept me on the edge of my seat June 6, 2014 By Scott
Kaleidoscope is the first book in the Vision Chronicles by Chariss K. Walker. It features Michael James Lewis, a geophysicist with a unique gift. Mike sees the future as if through a kaleidoscope every time that he closes his eyes. His gift hasn't always worked this way though. He is informed by an Egyptian colleague named Adom that he has a gift and that he always has. Having no clue what he is talking about, Mike is surprised and frightened when he wakes up the next day with terrifying kaleidoscope visions when he closes his eyes. Mike spends years developing strategies to be able to sleep without being bombarded with these visions until one day he can’t take it anymore and reaches out to Nelson, a longtime friend who is a psychologist, for help. It is at this time that his world descends into chaos and the real journey begins.
5.0 out of 5 stars Extraordinary, June 4, 2014 By Marty L. Parker
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles Book 1)
Kaleidoscope is a real page turner full of excitement and intrigue as Mike's ability to see the future is not only disturbing but horrifying as it leads him into dangerous situations. Gets your interest on the first page and holds until the last. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
3.0 out of 5 stars An Interesting Suspense Novel, May 30, 2014 By H. Y. Taylor (UK)
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles) (Volume 1)
This story appears to have been created using much of the knowledge and life experiences of the author. She has created a hero, who has a psychic ability to see the future.
We are shown Mike's reluctance and apprehension in accepting this. Although that does not affect him initially, this alters as the story evolves into a thrilling narrative as Mike discovers that someone is aware of his gift and is actually actively trying to abduct him.
There are graphic sexual experiences, which are all part of his own journey to discover both himself and the perpetrators of his persecution. The author uses an easy flowing writing style which is easy to follow. The sexual scenes do however seem to portray in a clinical technically analytical format. Never the less the reader will enjoy this thriller which I found very hard to put down and which by the end had me on the edge of my seat!
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating, June 2, 2014 By Chelsey McQuitty
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles Book 1)
I've always been drawn to stories that deal with extraordinary individuals, super powers and even psychic connections. Kaleidoscope is an amazing story that fits every single one of these principles. Kaleidoscope is the story of Mike Lewis, a man who sees images though a kaleidoscope. It takes Mike awhile to realize what he sees is actually events that are going to happen in the future. Once Mike comes to terms with his ability he begins to see things that affect his personal life and those that mean the most to him. This incredible power leads him on a mission to help keep the people he loves safe. The story itself will keep you interested from the first line to the last thanks to the amazing insight the author has. The only bad thing is you may have to wait a little while to catch the next book in the series. Can't wait to see where this is going!
4.0 out of 5 stars `Every time I close my eyes I see visions in a kaleidoscope...filled with black and white images of the future.', May 12, 2014 By Grady Harp (Los Angeles, CA United States)
(HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (TOP 50 REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles Book 1)
Author Award winning author, Chariss K Walker lives in Amarillo, Texas ... Walker adroitly takes this fantastical image and turns it into a harrowing suspense novel. Fifteen years of holding the 'gift' secret Mike's ability to see the future provides images that play on his paranoia - images heeding him of impending danger. Someone is after him and they're determined to learn all they can about Mike's secretly guarded ability. His home is bugged and his computers are tracked, forcing him aggressively approach the problem. He wants to know who's behind the chaos in his life, but as he explores and gathers important information, the more bizarre his life becomes. Mike finally realizes that the best he can do is learn how to protect himself, stand and fight as long as he can, and then run. And how the strange case of Mike Lewis ends closes the book - or rather opens the avenues for further similar adventures as the Vision Series unfolds. This is a fine blend of the esoteric/supernatural with the character elements of friendship, camaraderie, and love that makes the story rich indeed. Grady Harp, May 14
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2018 BRAG Medallion Winner
Kaleidoscope, a romantic suspense, is the first fast-paced, captivating novel in the Vision Chronicles series by award-winni 2018 BRAG Medallion Winner
Kaleidoscope, a romantic suspense, is the first fast-paced, captivating novel in the Vision Chronicles series by award-winning author Chariss K. Walker!
Mike Lewis is a man with a secret that he doesn't want to share. The life of the 44-year-old geophysicist is one that most would envy. He's handsome, well-paid, and well-traveled but he can't tell anyone about his psychic ability. Such an admission would put him and anyone he told in harm's way.
He has always wanted a loving relationship like the one his parents had but he refused to enter into a committed relationship like that without being completely honest. Can he find a woman to love who will accept his paranormal ability and keep his secret? He wants that more than anything else and his biological clock is ticking.
After spending fifteen years denying his gift of visions in silence, he can no longer cope with keeping this secret. While home after his latest job assignment, he decides to confide in Nelson, a psychiatrist friend of 25 years. Nelson recommends that Mike keep a journal and passively observe the visions rather than being part of them. This exercise allows the pair to explore the visions in a controlled setting. However, shortly after confiding in Nelson, all hell breaks loose!
Mike learns that his home and electronics are bugged. His friends are in danger. A young woman dies. After two failed abductions schemes, and not knowing what else to do, Mike decides he must learn to protect himself. He studies close combat fighting techniques with the determination to fight as long as he can and then run!
The Vision Chronicles eight-book romantic suspense series is a slice-of-life story that details Mike's changing ability, his search for the woman of his dreams, and the protection methods he uses to keep his family safe from the hired thugs who doggedly pursue him.
If you love mind-boggling romantic suspense with a dash of paranormal, this is the thriller series for you. Get your copy now! ...more
Open to residents of US, UK, CA, AU
Book Blurb:
After fifteen years of denying his paranormal ability, Mike Lewis has had enough. Keeping the secret has taken a toll on his personal life. He knows he needs help and reaches out to Dr. Nelson Fitch, an old college friend. During the therapy appointment, Mike shares his closely guarded secret revealing that he sees horrifying distant events of the future through a kaleidoscope every time he closes his eyes. Nelson is shocked by the admission because he’s known Mike for over 25 years, but he teaches Mike to become the passive observer of the frightening visions. When Mike stops fighting this ability, it changes and evolves with his acceptance. As soon as the secret has been told, however, Mike meets Casey, a beautiful socialite. In less than a week, he realizes that someone is after him and they’re determined to learn all they can about his ability. He discovers that his home is bugged and his computers are tracked. Then, the real chaos begins as those ‘watching’ take a more aggressive approach and try to abduct him. In the meantime, the kaleidoscope images warn Mike of his own impending dangerous situations and when he heeds the warnings, he is spared another abduction attempt. Mike wants to know who’s behind the near abductions and spying, but the further he digs to uncover the culprits, the eerier it gets. He finally realizes that the best he can do is to learn how to protect himself, fight as long as he can, and then run. Kaleidoscope is the first book in The Vision Chronicles, a series which details Mike’s changing ability, and is followed by Spyglass, Window’s Pane and others. This fast-paced series is filled with honest self-reflection, intimacy and tender moments that can bring a tear or a nod of understanding, along with heart-pounding moments of abduction, imprisonment, and near-death experiences as Mike uses his mystic ability selflessly to help his family and friends.
From the Author:
Mike has a gift, but is it really a curse? He has spent so much time trying to suppress this paranormal ability that he has kept everyone at arm's length. All he really ever wanted was a love relationship like his parents had for each other, but he can't share this secret with others and hiding something prevents him from finding a long-term intimate relationship. Each book covers approximately eight weeks where Mike faces not only threats of capture and abduction, but the challenge to accept this gift.
Become a Fan or Friend!
Reviews:
5.0 out of 5 stars Kept me engaged the whole time June 8, 2014 By Robin Perron
We have all heard of a Kaleidoscope. That beautiful childhood toy that allows you to see a colorful combination when you look into it is a favorite memory of mine. What if that beautiful memory was turned into terrifying visions that clouded your mind every time you closed your eyes? That is what happens to Mike Lewis, the protagonist in Kaleidoscope by Chariss K. Walker, every time he closes his eyes. He has a gift for seeing the future, but it appears to him as terrifying pictures in a broken Kaleidoscope pattern. After hiding his gift for many years Mike decides it time to open up to someone. From that point on his life turns into chaos. Between the characters, the action, the paranormal activity and one heck of a cliff hanger, I can’t wait to read the next story in The Vision Chronicles.
5.0 out of 5 stars Kept me on the edge of my seat June 6, 2014 By Scott
Kaleidoscope is the first book in the Vision Chronicles by Chariss K. Walker. It features Michael James Lewis, a geophysicist with a unique gift. Mike sees the future as if through a kaleidoscope every time that he closes his eyes. His gift hasn't always worked this way though. He is informed by an Egyptian colleague named Adom that he has a gift and that he always has. Having no clue what he is talking about, Mike is surprised and frightened when he wakes up the next day with terrifying kaleidoscope visions when he closes his eyes. Mike spends years developing strategies to be able to sleep without being bombarded with these visions until one day he can’t take it anymore and reaches out to Nelson, a longtime friend who is a psychologist, for help. It is at this time that his world descends into chaos and the real journey begins.
5.0 out of 5 stars Extraordinary, June 4, 2014 By Marty L. Parker
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles Book 1)
Kaleidoscope is a real page turner full of excitement and intrigue as Mike's ability to see the future is not only disturbing but horrifying as it leads him into dangerous situations. Gets your interest on the first page and holds until the last. Looking forward to the next book in the series.
3.0 out of 5 stars An Interesting Suspense Novel, May 30, 2014 By H. Y. Taylor (UK)
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles) (Volume 1)
This story appears to have been created using much of the knowledge and life experiences of the author. She has created a hero, who has a psychic ability to see the future.
We are shown Mike's reluctance and apprehension in accepting this. Although that does not affect him initially, this alters as the story evolves into a thrilling narrative as Mike discovers that someone is aware of his gift and is actually actively trying to abduct him.
There are graphic sexual experiences, which are all part of his own journey to discover both himself and the perpetrators of his persecution. The author uses an easy flowing writing style which is easy to follow. The sexual scenes do however seem to portray in a clinical technically analytical format. Never the less the reader will enjoy this thriller which I found very hard to put down and which by the end had me on the edge of my seat!
5.0 out of 5 stars Fascinating, June 2, 2014 By Chelsey McQuitty
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles Book 1)
I've always been drawn to stories that deal with extraordinary individuals, super powers and even psychic connections. Kaleidoscope is an amazing story that fits every single one of these principles. Kaleidoscope is the story of Mike Lewis, a man who sees images though a kaleidoscope. It takes Mike awhile to realize what he sees is actually events that are going to happen in the future. Once Mike comes to terms with his ability he begins to see things that affect his personal life and those that mean the most to him. This incredible power leads him on a mission to help keep the people he loves safe. The story itself will keep you interested from the first line to the last thanks to the amazing insight the author has. The only bad thing is you may have to wait a little while to catch the next book in the series. Can't wait to see where this is going!
4.0 out of 5 stars `Every time I close my eyes I see visions in a kaleidoscope...filled with black and white images of the future.', May 12, 2014 By Grady Harp (Los Angeles, CA United States)
(HALL OF FAME REVIEWER) (TOP 50 REVIEWER) (VINE VOICE) (REAL NAME)
This review is from: Kaleidoscope (The Vision Chronicles Book 1)
Author Award winning author, Chariss K Walker lives in Amarillo, Texas ... Walker adroitly takes this fantastical image and turns it into a harrowing suspense novel. Fifteen years of holding the 'gift' secret Mike's ability to see the future provides images that play on his paranoia - images heeding him of impending danger. Someone is after him and they're determined to learn all they can about Mike's secretly guarded ability. His home is bugged and his computers are tracked, forcing him aggressively approach the problem. He wants to know who's behind the chaos in his life, but as he explores and gathers important information, the more bizarre his life becomes. Mike finally realizes that the best he can do is learn how to protect himself, stand and fight as long as he can, and then run. And how the strange case of Mike Lewis ends closes the book - or rather opens the avenues for further similar adventures as the Vision Series unfolds. This is a fine blend of the esoteric/supernatural with the character elements of friendship, camaraderie, and love that makes the story rich indeed. Grady Harp, May 14
...more
2018 BRAG Medallion Winner
Kaleidoscope, a romantic suspense, is the first fast-paced, captivating novel in the Vision Chronicles series by award-winni 2018 BRAG Medallion Winner
Kaleidoscope, a romantic suspense, is the first fast-paced, captivating novel in the Vision Chronicles series by award-winning author Chariss K. Walker!
Mike Lewis is a man with a secret that he doesn't want to share. The life of the 44-year-old geophysicist is one that most would envy. He's handsome, well-paid, and well-traveled but he can't tell anyone about his psychic ability. Such an admission would put him and anyone he told in harm's way.
He has always wanted a loving relationship like the one his parents had but he refused to enter into a committed relationship like that without being completely honest. Can he find a woman to love who will accept his paranormal ability and keep his secret? He wants that more than anything else and his biological clock is ticking.
After spending fifteen years denying his gift of visions in silence, he can no longer cope with keeping this secret. While home after his latest job assignment, he decides to confide in Nelson, a psychiatrist friend of 25 years. Nelson recommends that Mike keep a journal and passively observe the visions rather than being part of them. This exercise allows the pair to explore the visions in a controlled setting. However, shortly after confiding in Nelson, all hell breaks loose!
Mike learns that his home and electronics are bugged. His friends are in danger. A young woman dies. After two failed abductions schemes, and not knowing what else to do, Mike decides he must learn to protect himself. He studies close combat fighting techniques with the determination to fight as long as he can and then run!
The Vision Chronicles eight-book romantic suspense series is a slice-of-life story that details Mike's changing ability, his search for the woman of his dreams, and the protection methods he uses to keep his family safe from the hired thugs who doggedly pursue him.
If you love mind-boggling romantic suspense with a dash of paranormal, this is the thriller series for you. Get your copy now! ...more
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Chariss K. Walker Bio
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2018 Indie B.R.A.G. Medallion
Award-winning author, Chariss K. Walker, M.Msc., Reiki Master/Teacher, writes both fiction and nonfiction books with a metaphysical and spiritual component. Her fiction expresses a visionary/metaphysical message that illustrates growth in a character's Chariss K. Walker Bio
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2018 Indie B.R.A.G. Medallion
Award-winning author, Chariss K. Walker, M.Msc., Reiki Master/Teacher, writes both fiction and nonfiction books with a metaphysical and spiritual component. Her fiction expresses a visionary/metaphysical message that illustrates growth in a character's consciousness while utilizing a paranormal aspect. Her nonfiction books share insight, hope, and inspiration.
Those who search for meaning and the supernatural in themselves will enjoy her books.
Even though Chariss also writes dark-fiction about insanely dark topics, such as sexual abuse, incest, pedophilia, sexual assault, and other inappropriate dinner conversation, there is always an essential question of the abstract nature that gives a reader increasing awareness and perception.
If you are looking for an author who speaks your language or vernacular then you might like to know that I was born in Arkansas, grew up in the Mississippi Delta as a farmer's daughter. After that, I lived in Tennessee, Colorado, Arkansas again, Mississippi again, Virginia, Florida, Puerto Rico, New Mexico, California, Oregon, North Carolina, Texas, North Carolina again, Colorado, Michigan, Florida again, and now I'm back in Louisiana where I hope to stay put for a while. In other words, I've been a lot of places and seen a lot of stuff which is the basis for my writing.
You can learn more about Chariss and her books on her website: www.chariss.com. All of her books are sold worldwide in eBook, paperback, and many are in large print.
Chariss has one eBook that is currently free to everyone:
Letting Go of Pain https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4...
which can be found at the above link or my website or in my list of authored books on Goodreads and on Amazon.
...more
More about Chariss K. Walker...
Keep up-to-date about all my new releases by subscribing to my newsletter: https://bit.ly/3hYNv6a
2018 Indie B.R.A.G. Medallion
Award-winning author, Chariss K. Walker, M.Msc., Reiki Master/Teacher, writes both fiction and nonfiction books with a metaphysical and spiritual component. Her fiction expresses a visionary/metaphysical message that illustrates growth in a character's Chariss K. Walker Bio
Keep up-to-date about all my new releases by subscribing to my newsletter: https://bit.ly/3hYNv6a
2018 Indie B.R.A.G. Medallion
Award-winning author, Chariss K. Walker, M.Msc., Reiki Master/Teacher, writes both fiction and nonfiction books with a metaphysical and spiritual component. Her fiction expresses a visionary/metaphysical message that illustrates growth in a character's consciousness while utilizing a paranormal aspect. Her nonfiction books share insight, hope, and inspiration.
Those who search for meaning and the supernatural in themselves will enjoy her books.
Even though Chariss also writes dark-fiction about insanely dark topics, such as sexual abuse, incest, pedophilia, sexual assault, and other inappropriate dinner conversation, there is always an essential question of the abstract nature that gives a reader increasing awareness and perception.
If you are looking for an author who speaks your language or vernacular then you might like to know that I was born in Arkansas, grew up in the Mississippi Delta as a farmer's daughter. After that, I lived in Tennessee, Colorado, Arkansas again, Mississippi again, Virginia, Florida, Puerto Rico, New Mexico, California, Oregon, North Carolina, Texas, North Carolina again, Colorado, Michigan, Florida again, and now I'm back in Louisiana where I hope to stay put for a while. In other words, I've been a lot of places and seen a lot of stuff which is the basis for my writing.
You can learn more about Chariss and her books on her website: www.chariss.com. All of her books are sold worldwide in eBook, paperback, and many are in large print.
Chariss has one eBook that is currently free to everyone:
Letting Go of Pain https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/4...
which can be found at the above link or my website or in my list of authored books on Goodreads and on Amazon.
...more
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