What People are saying about First Coffee: The First Cup
Pre-release copies were shared with a few select people to read. Here’s what they had to say
FIRST COFFEE: THE FIRST CUP
REVIEWS
A Review by Kiss Anatine-Ryder "Captivated me from the first page to the last"
This book captivated me from the first page to the last, casting an enchanting spell.
The narrative unfolded like a delicate poem in motion, beautifully capturing the essence of a sweet, understated romance that felt genuine and profound. As I turned each page, I became immersed in a delightful blend of mystery, romance, and suspense that continually piqued my curiosity.
This book was not merely a tale; it was a complete immersive experience.
A Review by Ami Thibedeau "couldn't put it down"
I just finished the book. Couldn’t put it down. It’s rich and poetic. Your similes are thoughtful and unexpected.
The story was a beautiful melding of emotion and sensuality. It progressed fluidly. Kudos to Nene. Her photos are wonderful…
I loved it. You are a talented writer, as you have always been a talented lyricist. I’m impressed and want more. Thank you for allowing me to read your work. I’m honored.
A review by Rosi Ludwig "At it's heart, this is a love story"
Readers will probably be more familiar with Marqs as one of Second Life’s most popular live performers. Now, he has brought his talents as a formidable lyricist to a longer written form which we can all indulge in.
A love of the written word shines through immediately, even in the dedication and acknowledgements to this novella, which is an easy read at 174 pages in this format – you can either wear and read as a HUD, or rez and turn the pages in-world.
At its heart, this is a love story. Dripping with poetry, metaphor and simile, every page is almost a song in itself. More than that, it captures feelings – for me even more interestingly told from a male perspective.
Throughout the book are some beautifully illustrative SL photographs. Full of clever dialogue and the kind of conversations we wish we’d had, it captures those things we think, but don’t often share aloud.
It unveils the story of a burgeoning love that is unhurried, mature and thoughtful. Most of us will be familiar with the excitement and intensity of new relationships, especially those that catch us unaware and not looking, and those feelings are perfectly told in this enchanting story, along with the unexpected impediments and intrusions from the past that crop up.
We have an almost voyeuristic view of the innermost thoughts as the characters learn each other – afraid to push too hard, too fast, but unwilling to let something significant just slip away. Maybe there are lessons for us all in this tale
