AFTER THE FIRE

This compelling poetry is also Jance's memoir, courageously shared with her readers and so well done that the listener immediately establishes a connection with the author. Her soft but strong voice sharing her personal story adds immeasurably to the poignancy and pride of her experiences as a wife, mother, and successful mystery writer (of the J.P. Beaumont and Sheriff Joanna Brady series). Reading flawlessly, with great feeling and restraint, Jance heightens the emotional wallop of her moving story in clear, powerful, understated verses, all coming together to allow the listener to be part of the experience. L.C. © AudioFile 2006, Portland, Maine [Published: FEB/ MAR 06]