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• KJ = ok

  December 11, 2007

  Dear Kathy, Congratulations! KJ knows to write as well as JK. Good subject. Good story structure. Nailbiting end. Everything told very well. A page-turner. When I came home after the presentation I looked at the first pages of your book and decided Harry Potter could wait. And I started reading your book. It took me a week to finish for reading English takes much more time than reading Dutch. But it was worth it. Just one thing... Sarah will not receive my sympathy. She is a fool sneaking out every time. She was asking for it! Kind regards, Alex Duurvoort
• Dear Alex,

  December 11, 2007

  Thank you for the feedback. Wow! Even I wouldn't put my writing in the same league as JK! And since I know that you have been waiting a very long time for the last HP-book to be translated to Dutch, it is truly an honor to know that HP was bumped for a week. Wow! (As for your lack of sympathy for Sarah...she's a teenager, Alex! And trust me, these creatures most often think with their hearts and not their heads!) Groetjes, Kathy
• Sophie

  December 11, 2007

  As you know, even though I drove hundreds of kilometers to get a signed copy of your book, it was kidnapped by Jan the very same evening I brought it home. He has not finished it yet, so I just have to be patient, but I'll make sure to review it once I read it out! In the meantime, have a great trip to SA and prettige feestdagen! Sophie
• Dear Sophie

  December 11, 2007

  And... has Jan given any clues yet, or is he keeping you completely in the dark about the novel? Happy to hear that Jan and The Butterfly Clinic made it back safely from Japan. I look forward to reading your reactions when we return from Africa. I'm packed and ready to go! Jullie ook prettige feestdagen, hoor! Kathy
• Anne en Wim

  December 11, 2007

  hallo kathy het boek genaamd the butterfly clinic ,die ik bij jou kocht ,heb ik voor een stuk gelezen en ik vind het ereg leuk. De clou is helder en het boek leest vlot,een beetje spannend en ik word er vrolijk van. bij een beoordeling van 1 tot 5 vind ik jouw boek een 4 waard. Ik denk dat jij over dit boek heel goed hebt nageddacht ,voordat je het schreef.Ik wacht op jouw volgende boek en de volgende,zoals je in jouw boek schreef,dat het vaak veel geluk betekent als de dingen in drieen of drie keer plaatsvinden. Ikzal met plezier verder lezen, wederom fijne dagen gewenst met de hartelijke groeten. Anne en Wim.
• Jan

  December 11, 2007

  I'm at chapter 12 now. It really reads like a whooosh. I'll rate it at 5 stars thanks to its interesting characters, making you want to leap into the story to find out what the hell is the matter in there.
• Mariette

  December 12, 2007

  Hi Kathy, I just began reading your book last week. I am at chapter 16 now. It gets more and more exciting. I really want to know how it ends and I am very curious about your next novel. Bye! Mariette
• Kenneth W. Anderson

  December 13, 2007

  I've read some of your reviews and an exerpt from your book. I do intend on purchasing a copy soon, though I'm hoping for a copy at Christmas from a family member. Hey, I 'm Scottish decent, and of course quite frugal. Ok I'm cheap. Best wishes with this book and others to come.
• Kenneth W. Anderson

  December 12, 2007

  I have some ideas for your next novel!
• Dear Anne en Wim,

  December 13, 2007

  Hartelijke bedankt voor zoveel aardige dingen jullie heeft gezegd over The Butterfly Clinic. Ik ben blij dat hij niet zo moelijk is om te lezen, en dat jullie heeft het leuk gevond. Veel plezier met de rest van TBC. Fijne feestdagen voor jullie ook. M.V.Groeten, Kathy
• Dear Jan,

  December 13, 2007

  If you think it has read like a "whooosh" so far....then buckle your seatbelt my friend, as the ride gets REALLY intense from hear forward. Thanks for popping into my blog... Prettige feestdagen en fantastisch 2008! Kathy
• Dear Mariette,

  December 13, 2007

  Happy to hear you are enjoying the read! As for the ending, well, Cassy finds herself thrown into...and then....and then....The End! :) :) :) As for the next novel, it is now in the hands of Mary Roby, the same editor who worked on The Butterfly Clinic. She will finish adding her magic touch around, February...and with luck, Chapter Closed will be on the market July-2008! Thanks for your purchase and comments. Bye! Kathy
• Dear Kenny,

  December 13, 2007

  What a nice surprise to see you in my blog-world! So, have you dropped hints to the sibling who was lucky to have pulled your name in the Polly-Anna Christmas gift exchange for this year? Or were you dropping a hint for your favorite ex-wife to send you an autographed copy of The Butterfly Clinic? If it's a hint for me, expect a Valentine's Day present, as the post is going by Pony Express these days!!! Looking forward to hearing your novel ideas! Enjoy Christmas with your beautiful grandson, and Best of Everything in 2008! Love, Kathy (P.S. Give my love to the whole Anderson Clan,too!)
• Claire L (safari)

  December 14, 2007

  Hi Kathy I knew that I had found a talented friend when we met in Kenya, I have only just started your book and I am gripped! I love that I am visualising everything as each page is turned. Did I read that your next book is already finished?! I will also try to keep the book as good as new for when you get to sign it! love Claire
• Mariska Westdijk

  December 15, 2007

  Dear Kathy, What beautiful photos of the book-signing! Congratulations. I'm happy with the book: good to have a book for the Christmas holidays! Not having read it already: I can't give my opinion yet. Warm greetings and good luck with promoting your book, Mariska Westdijk
• ginny keller

  December 28, 2007

  I had the honor of being one of the first readers of The Butterfly Clinic. Kathy, I enjoyed it very much and you know I am an avid reader. I am very proud of you. You did an awsome job on your first novel and I am looking forward to reading your next novel. Two Big Thumbs Up!!!
• Renee van den Berg

  January 07, 2008

  Dear Kathy, You did it! Four years ago at a party we met and you were bubbling over with ideas for your first book. Now it is published!! Well done and congratulations. I thoroughly enjoyed the read. Once you start reading you cannot stop. Good luck with the next novel. Looking forward to be read that one. Love, Renee
• Dear Claire,

  January 07, 2008

  Sales are posted by country by the publisher, and everytime I see, UK=1, I think of you. Looking forward to seeing you this year when you come to visit us in Holland. Curious to hear what you thought of the rest of the book, too. A very Happy 2008. Love, Kathy (P.S. I'm working on "Katting around Kenya", starring Prance and Fanuel!)
• Dear Mariska,

  January 07, 2008

  Thanks for the encouraging words. I hope you enjoyed your holidays...I have been told that you had snow and ice here on Christmas Day. I must say that although I love snow, I did seriously enjoy the warm African sunshine this holiday. Well, back to reality! See you at school and will hear your book critique then. Groetjes, Kathy
• Dear Ginny "Mamma",

  January 07, 2008

  Thanks for signing my blog! And thanks for the double thumbs up...I thought those were only reserved for Gerard Butler! And I would be honored if you would be a "First Reader" for "Chapter Closed". I'm proud of you too....you're quite an awsome Mom! Love, Kathy
• Dear Renee,

  January 07, 2008

  Thanks for the blog message and your encouraging words! Amazing to think back on our first meeting and how our lives have become so inter-mingled since then. Wow! See you soon. Love, Kathy
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  March 04, 2008

  Hey Kathy, Well my Santa didn't bring me the gift I asked for. So, I purchased and read your book. I have corresponded with you privately, but now publically I will say it was a good first effort. Good story, interesting characters, some more than others. Overall quite goood! I've passed the book on to Dawn and told her to pass it on. Congratulations and Best Wishes for your success as a author. I'm proud of you! Love You, Kenny
• Hey Kenny,

  March 05, 2008

  Thanks for your purchase, but also your kind words! Your encouragement means a lot to me, as you know! Please pass the website address along to Dawn, if you will, it would be nice to hear from her, too. And, as promised, your autographed copy will arrive in time for your birthday. Love You, too! Kathy
• sandy bass

  March 05, 2008

  I am reading the book at this time and loving it....great plot, exciting story and am looking forward to getting to the end......would have been done with the read sooner - but had to go to New Mexico and help my mother, she has shingles....am back in Arizona now .......looking forward to your next book as well.....all our love, sandy and gang:)
• sandy bass

  March 05, 2008

  Oh so sorry......I rate it a 5......it keeps you coming back each night......I do have an issue.....when I am reading about Cassy......it is you who i see.......hmmm is that possible?....anyway love it.....
• Hi Sandy,

  March 08, 2008

  Thanks for the message and the rating! Love to the Arizona possee! Love, Kathy
• krista

  March 11, 2008

  On the first day of the official Dutch 'Boekenweek' I thought I would leave a message on your blog. I am reading your book right now and I think it is really nice! I can see everything happening before my eyes (proper English?). I really hope Sarah will be rescued! ;-) Love, Krista
• Hi Krista,

  March 12, 2008

  What a nice surprise. Happy to hear you like the book so far. Very proper English! And as for Sarah...:) Looking forward to discussing the book next time we meet. By the way, I started an Oprah Book Club. Our first meeting is 26-march. Let me know if you want to join. Love, Kathy