Holiday Author Interview 6- KR Bankston

Holiday Interview #6

 Author KR Bankston

BOOM WHO STEPPED IN THE ROOM!

The creator of one of my fictional boos, Ian "Ice" Bailey, Mrs Kr Bankston. Our friend is busy as usual during the holiday season. She is spending time with her family, she is going to be doing a bit of traveling, and of course hanging out with her readers!

She is currently not reading one book per se, she is stockpiling them due to her work schedule.

What to expect from KR Bankston in 2013? She is not ready to reveal this to us readers at this time, but please keep your eyes and emails open for an announcement. The announcement will be posted on Facebook as well as via her newsletter. 

KR Bankston's novels can be purchased at all major outlets.

Some of her titles include:

Crossroads: An Anthology
(with Author Elizabeth LaShaun, Author Keith Kareem Williams, Author DK Gaston)

Unraveled: A Short Story Collective

Epic Serial Novel: Thin Ice Series

Her latest in the Thin Ice Series is called

Thin Ice 11 – Homecoming

Not connected to her newsletter, please go www.krbankstononline.com and stay in the know!

Interview was conducted by Karen Reynolds,

Vice President of Readers In Motion Bookclub

RIM's Review of The Upside of the Down Low, a Pastor’s Wife’s Memoir by Yolanda Stephen

RIM's Review of

The Upside of the Down Low, a Pastor’s Wife’s Memoir

by  Yolanda Stephen

This offering is billed as an inspirational testatment to the power of faith in the face of overwhelming adversity. The main characters, Edgar Jacksyn (PJ) and his wife, Yolanda's story told through her eyes during their 3-plus year union and his subsequent demise.
 
The story was intriguing enough to hold the attention of the reader, though it felt very rushed. There, in my opinion, should have been much more detail given so that the reader could fully understand not just Yolanda and her past, but also Edgars. As the story plays out, this missing information becomes very pertinent. The meeting, dating, and marriage all happened so quickly that one had to go back and reread certain sections to make sure one had not missed anything.

The tone of the book began to change almost midway into more of a subtle bashing of Edgar as a minister versus man, with Yolanda more and more in the role of hapless victim. This position I couldn't condone simply due to Yolanda's own arrogance and vanity that was demonstrated at the beginning of the book. There were of course portions where one did feel sympathy for her, but again, questioned her own contribution to the shambles that had become their existence together.

Of course at the end of the unfolding events one is glad to know that Yolanda has so profoundly embraced her faith and all the lessons taught, but it also begs the question, being a pastor's child, where was the faith, the discernment, before she ever walked into the situation. This is not judgement nor condemnation, simply a query. It is this reviewers opinion that this book could become a very inspirational and powerful testament to God's ability to heal, deliver, and set free, those things that do plague us, but without the biases that are presented inside it right now, and with more emphasis on the faithbuilding and healing process.

Reviewers rating: 3.5 KR Bankston
Readers In Motion Bookclub

RIM's Review of Sins Of the Father by KR Bankston

RIM's Review of

Sins Of the Father by KR Bankston

Twenty years have passed and albeit they have been very rocky, Kayla is living her life. Her daughter Mariah the center of her joy. But as we all know legends never die and Kayla can testify to that. Behind the smile and warm words, when she is alone Dezi is there, leaving up to his nickname the Devastator. Kayla believed she was over him and does everything in her power to move past her lost love, but is hit with another blow. Old faces and bad memories from the past resurfacing knocking the floor from under her. Kayla regains control only to be hit with a blow that no one forseen, changing her and her family's life forever.

Bankston is a woman on a mission. A mission to bring suspense and craftsmanship back to urban fiction. Take a bow Mrs. Bankston mission accomplished. This sophomore project will leave you craving for more and cursing the author for not including at least one more chapter.

Final Rating 5 stars
Reviewed by Kim for
Readers In Motion Book Club

RIM's Review of A Deadly Encounter by KR Bankston

RIM's Review of

A Deadly Encounter by KR Bankston

Dezi Gianni is every woman’s dream and every man’s nightmare. Gianni nickname is Devastator and the name is very fitting. A ruthless crime lord, Gianni runs his empire with an iron fist, but like they say every thug needs a lady. Kayla DeWitt is sexy and sophisticated and able to do what every woman wants to, capture Gianni’s heart. The two begin a whirlwind love affair but happily ever after doesn’t seem like the end result for the couple. The FBI wants Gianni and they want him bad and someone else has their eyes set on Kayla. Please keep all hands and feet in the car as you partake on this rollercoaster called A Deadly Encounter.

Bankston does an outstanding job with her debut novel. Her characters are believable, humanistic, and unforgettable. Just when you think you know the outcome Bankston throws another curve that will have you dumbfounded and anxious. A Deadly Encounter is a great book that will have craving the sequel Sins of Our Father.

Final Rating: 5 stars

Reviewed by Elizabeth Lashaun for
Readers In Motion Book Club

RIM's Review of King of the Game by KR Bankston

King of The Game by KR Bankston

Armani Proctor runs TMK, the Music Kingdom, records. He molds , manages, and replaces the best voices in the industry. However he is not to be played with. The music is more of an hobby, whereas the streets are his prime piece of realty. Where most people see a successful, handsome, hardworking businessman, some know him by another name that will make enemies blood run cold. As Armani tries to keep the music fresh, he has to find the balance in keeping his right hand from knowing what his left hand is doing. But soon he will realize that both worlds will collide and the casualties could cost him more than he is willing to pay.

Armani prides himself for his business sense but has not been lucky in love. However his work throws him a great opportunity when ...he meets writer Sydney Hollingsworth. As Armani pursues her, Sydney is faced with career and personal issues. Her childhood experiences have trained her heart not to trust or let anyone close to her because once they get close they will only leave her. Unfortunately for them if Armani's true life comes to light it will destroy them both.

Armani's secret is mostly safe except for Sydney's mother, Cassandra. She might be a junkie and a prostitute but she knows the truth. When she plans to disrupt Sydney and Armani's perfect life, Armani does what any man in his position would do, he takes care of the issue.

As the other characters lives intermingle in the love story, one thing remains true; Armani is the King of the Game and no one plays it better. Life, love and business are all gambles but those who take no risk have no gains.

Review for Readers In Motion Bookclub
Review by Karen Reynolds
Ratings: 5*****