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Shaman - The Awakening Kindle Edition

by VR McCoy (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.0 out of 5 stars 347
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The nightmares never cease. Ever since I was a child I have struggled to deal with them. Each night a different horror takes shape, and I see it as if I was there.

I wake from these terrifying dreams of another world in which I am running from the strangest visions of evil. Visions that can only exist in nightmares, yet they are all too real to me.

Christian Sands is an FBI agent with a unique ability. When his ViCAP unit takes on another serial killer investigation, they soon find themselves in deeper than they bargained for. The killer seems to be ahead of them at every turn.

The search for the elusive murderer takes Christian and his unit from the Crossroads of New Mexico deep into the Navajo Nation.

Praise for SHAMAN - THE AWAKENING:
"Loved it and the view on the Native American beliefs." - Amazon customer
"Looking forward to reading more from this author." - Lou Ann Britton, Amazon review
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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00JPT31SK
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Creativia; 2nd edition (April 15, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ April 15, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 394 KB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Text-to-Speech ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Sticky notes ‏ : ‎ On Kindle Scribe
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 236 pages
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.0 out of 5 stars 347

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VR McCoy is an Amazon Bestselling author and native of Washington, D.C., who currently resides in Atlanta, Georgia. He attended Archbishop Carroll Highschool (H.S. of the famed Alex Cross/ James Patterson novels) and Howard University in Washington, D.C. A member of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity and Prince Hall Freemasons.

Writing genres are Supernatural Thrillers and Crime Thrillers.

Native Knights Collection:

"Shaman-The Awakening"- #1 Bestseller, Domestic and Internationally

"The Merchant" - Bestseller

Publisher - Creativia Publishing.

"Shaman-The Dawn's People"

Publisher - VanDaBry Lit.

Inspired by James Patterson, Walter Mosely, James Baldwin, Langston Hughes, Steven King and Tom Clancy.

I've always had an inner voice that has encouraged me to write; poetry, songs and short stories. I've dreamed about writing novels since I was a child and when television became too unbearable; I turned it off and picked up my pen to satisfy my needs; my passion and love for the written word.

"Dreams are the voices of the Soul"

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Cheryl A. Chatfield
5.0 out of 5 stars An Important Read for Many Reasons
Reviewed in the United States on August 13, 2014
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This powerful story disturbed my sleep after the beginning chapters. The next day I finished the book and slept well. McCoy forces us to look at evil and our own fears around that darkness. But there is so much more.

Having lived and traveled in New Mexico for over five years, I visited most of the places the author describes, including the Hopi Mesas. McCoy successfully portrays the high energy of those special areas that will haunt your reading. He provides a necessary reminder of the vigilance needed to thwart evil on all levels.

Despite all of this and any lost sleep, I found the story a positive view of life. Intrigue, the FBI, murders and a shaman awakening to his powers and his psychic abilities all help to create a rich atmosphere that makes it difficult to put the book down once begun. The exciting story catches the enchantment as well as the dark side of Native American traditions.

The importance of dreams emerges as we watch characters walk into dreams and influence the action in their own and others’ sleep. The work in Dreamscape opens us up a new level of awareness as we learn to honor both night and day, darkness and light, and begin to see the world through different eyes to ensure a better future.
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4.0 out of 5 stars Loved it - desperately needs a proof-read & editor!
Reviewed in the United States on December 20, 2018
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There's alot to like about this book. It's surprisingly good. The author's writing style is a bit "report" like - I kept wondering if he's retired law enforcement. What made me apesh*t was the lack of editing/proof-reading. Good Lord. And I paid for this? Is this what "literature" is in 2018? This is how we're teaching "kids" acceptable writing?
All that said - the Story is compelling (to me) and I found myself pretty darned engaged and looking forward to reading more.
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Pamela Foley
3.0 out of 5 stars NATIVE AMERICAN FOLKLORE
Reviewed in the United States on January 10, 2015
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This is a book I’ve wanted to read for awhile, mainly because of the cover design and the theme of the storyline as I love Native American lore.

The beginning of the book drew me in as I became introduced to Chris, a Freedom Cherokee, and his ability to dreamscape. Because of his special abilities, he works for a special branch of the FBI that deals with unsolved cases. His teammates are also gifted in their own unique ways for profiling these types of cases. The team’s called to New Mexico to help solve the case of a serial killer that’s abducting, holding then killing his victims in a gruesome, ritualistic manner. Chris ends up with two romantic interests during the investigation of the case. One ends up turning her back on him.

I found the plot intriguing and the background of the Indian Nation and their beliefs seemed very well documented. By the end of the case, Chris has met his spirit guide and is learning to use more of his abilities. I feel there could be another story for this character.

This book could’ve received at least a 4 star rating, but for these two reasons. First, the stilted, and one dimensional dialogue: he said, she replied, she smiled, he smiled, etc. The characters all sounded alike. When the story is being told from the first person POV, it’s very engaging. It’s the dialogue that really set me off. The second reason I couldn’t’ give 4 stars are all the glaring, proofreading / editing errors. There are actually two places in the book where I found footnotes included in the manualscript.

I also felt there were several scenes in the book that if they had been developed more would’ve added more action and drama to the story, IE their escape from the church and the warehouse. These were glossed over and done in a few paragraphs.

This was an enjoyable read and I did come to like Chris’ character. I give it 3 feathers.
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Vivienne Diane Neal
5.0 out of 5 stars A Psychological Thriller
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2015
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This is a well written and researched novel focusing on Native American traditions, and characters with inner and external issues. Protagonist Christian Sands possesses a special gift (getting into people’s dreams) and works as a consultant with the FBI. His colleague, agent Dianna Samboro, also has a special talent; she is an excellent negotiator. The fact that the two are romantically involved makes for a stimulating and sensual story line but Christian wonders about Dianna’s true intentions due to his misgivings about the government and law enforcement? But when the agents along with their team travel to New Mexico to catch an shrewd serial killer, you are taken on a cat and mouse diversion with many riveting twists and turns, supernatural happenings, criminal activities, shape-shifters and a shocking development, which you will never see coming. What I enjoyed most about this book was Christian’s sensitivity, compassion and respect he shows toward the female agents, who are intelligent, dynamic and on par with their male counterparts, and the multi-cultural/racial/ethnic characters, which is a mirror of society. I am definitely looking forward to reading more works by this extraordinary author.
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Russell (The Author)
4.0 out of 5 stars Exciting Thriller-- A Must Read!
Reviewed in the United States on August 6, 2014
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Shaman is a perfect fit for paranormal, thriller genre and this book will keep you guessing to the very end. Mainly, McCoy benevolently portrays Christopher Sands as a member of an elite FBI unit with clear issues. Yet, the protagonist is respected by his superior and co-workers for his abilities. More so, the relationships in Christopher’s life become an important aspect as the story unravels. Secondly, McCoy’s use of Native American history and culture is a superb well researched aspect as it intertwines within the development of the protagonist. The use of Chris’ abilities create wonderfully beautiful and dark scenes within the book. McCoy delivers great characters and an exciting story. I am excited to read the next installment!
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Sid b
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice
Reviewed in India on March 4, 2019
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Marcos B. F.
5.0 out of 5 stars An original and exciting journey to mystery.
Reviewed in Brazil on August 30, 2014
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The book mixes several genres I like, such as thriller, mystery, suspense and supernatural in a good balance, but most of all, in a totally different way when compared to other stories I've read.

And this is not all. I also learned a lot about FBI and law enforcements procedures, and it really takes you to the depths of a serial killer mind, with pretty good insights about the profiles a serial killer can have.

I'm a western fan too and I also loved the description of the landscapes of Native Americans' countries and reservations, as well as their culture and traditions, all information provided with lots of details, sometimes even in their language; that is lovely.

So, get in gear and fasten your seatbelts for this wonderful and intriguing journey.
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Love to Read
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must read!
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 23, 2015
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This is a must read. The reader gets a feel for the protaganist from the very first page then the author takes you on a face paced well planned story. The idea of dreams and detective work is not novel BUT the way VR McCoy delivers it is. Christian is learning to live and cope with his gift and quite rightly find his place in Vicap and is able to channel his energies to help the FBI.
We are also able to go on the journey with Christian Sands to New Mexico and learn about Native American culture and their stories.
Shaman - The Awakening is face paced and a page turner.A very talented author.
I will definitely be following VR McCoy in his future writing.
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LaGamba
4.0 out of 5 stars If you're looking for something different.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 15, 2021
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Really good read. A bit different because of the inclusion of native Americans with a supernatural side to it. I would recommend it.
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Deborah Phillips
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on August 14, 2014
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Great story, not particularly well written
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