But it did drive home the point that in our new digital world anyone could publish a book about anything. No, it was the writing that motivated me.įifty Shades didn’t become a bestseller because of the stellar writing, I know.

Not a flaming porn book, maybe (although I happen to think I could rock that too, assuming anyone else would have an interest in nerdy almost-porn). I read it too, and I had the same thought as everyone else: Geez. Remember that summer when everyone was surreptitiously reading Fifty Shades of Grey on their Kindles, eyes darting shiftily as they tried to project the air of a person deep in thoughtful analysis of some highbrow masterpiece? Yep. Martin has a keen eye for portraying modern domestic life.” -Carmichael’s Bookstore, Louisville, KYįor a period of one year, Kimmery posted once a week on, a website for traditionally published debut female authors. In this post we were talking about the books we haven't yet published. 'A raw and compelling tale of love, loss and the sheer power of friendship as it persists over time. “An impressive debut, full of warmth and excitement.” -The Harvard Crimson “Engrossing, funny,”- The Charlotte Observer “Kimmery Martin’s excellent debut novel serves up an irresistible mix of romance, ER drama, friendship and betrayal.” 'A medical drama executed with just the right balance of intensity, plot twists, tragedy, and humor. Martin’s humorous scenes of parenting failures, evocative settings, and realistic re-creation of the urgency of medical situations make this a remarkably absorbing read as well.'- Booklist “A funny and real examination of female friendships and modern parenthood … an ideal fit for book clubs looking to discuss difficult issues such as forgiveness and failure, but also be drawn into a page-turner with plenty of romance and drama.”- ALA Book Club Central Does that sound like something you might be interested in reading?- Tommy Tomlinson, SouthBound Podcast on NPR/WFAE 90.7 Kimmery Martin's first novel has got love, death, humor, secrets, hot doctor sex, and a medical procedure performed with a fork. “Fans of Grey’s Anatomy are sure to enjoy this new release, a novel about friendship, success, and secrets.”- Southern Living 'Emotional and difficult to put down, Martin’s excellent story of friendship is shrewdly plotted and contains a cast of flawed, rich, believable characters.”- Publishers Weekly

The Queen of Hearts is the perfect book for fall.' -Bustle

“Martin leverages her own background as a doctor to great effect throughout … is equally insightful about many aspects of long-term female friendships.

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