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"Breach of Trust offers an intricate plot and interesting characters along with a twist on the paranormal that creates a fast and satisfying read. All the threads
tie up in this swift and enjoyable read--I see an intriguing future for an author who is charting her own course!"

Heather Graham - NY Times Best-Selling Author

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"M.L. Cordle has a lifelong love affair with the glorious mountains of Virginia, and the vivid characters who inhabit those hills. She escends from a long line of
plucky Scottish, Irish and English settlers. However, this is just the diving board from which she wrote SILENCING SARAH. Ms. Cordle's debut novel is a
thrilling hayride of a story, plucked from her own dreamscape, filled with romance, secrets and insight into the world beyond. I highly recommend this novel,
from a Virginia native, who writes passionately and personally about a place she loves, where her own dreams were born."

Adriana Trigiani - NY Times Best-Selling Author

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An engrossing page-turner, Silencing Sarah is a taut suspense thriller from a seasoned veteran of the genre. In it, M.L. Cordle seamlessly weaves an
eclectic cast of characters throughout a tapestry of all-encompassing mystery. Devoid of typically predictable plot twists and faux surprise, Cordle’s
narrative truly engages the reader in the unfolding of a suspenseful tale that does not have to work hard to hold the interest. Superbly crafted, Silencing
Sarah is an even blend of action and exposition sure to keep the reader at rapt attention until the final page of this fast-paced thriller is turned. Highly
recommended.

Apex Reviews

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I adore your writing style and description -- very spot on. And I love the development, characters, and how you seem to effortlessly switch from one
character’s thoughts to another -- seamless. Nice work, Marla. Silencing Sarah is a delicious read. I’m thoroughly addicted, and extremely proud of you.

Angela Macintosh - CEO, Wow! Women on Writing Magazine

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I just finished reading Silencing Sarah by M.L. Cordle. It was an enjoyable experience. I am looking forward to reading more of her work.

Silencing Sarah could easily be called a paranormal romance, a murder mystery, or a thriller. It has love, hate, and obsession. There are so many twists
and turns that you will change your mind, about who did what, around every curve. I like not being able to figure out the plot within the first few pages. It is a
very entertaining book.

Madison Owens finds out that it is very difficult to go home again. Especially when her sanctuary has been sold out from under her. In her attempt to get it
back she encounters Will McGomery. Will purchased the land to hide from his own troubles, a wife who committed suicide and a drowned woman named
Sarah. As a writer dealing with writer's block, Madison is too intrigued about Will's past to stay away. She stirs up a hornet's nest with every question she
asks. But who will get stung? And will Sarah ever be silenced? Read it and see.

Donna - Bookheart on MySpace

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Accurately portraying small town life, M.L. Cordle shows the social death and emotional turmoil that is caused by choosing to support a man accused of
murder instead of siding with family and friends. Blending, mixing and sporadically revealing details in small doses builds the suspense that keeps the
reader anxious to see the outcome of this conflict. In Silencing Sarah M.L. Cordle mixes the right balance of the paranormal, romance and suspense that will
satisfy fans of all three genres of books.

Mary Menzel - All These Books

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"An incredible debut! M.L. Cordle has found the fine line between good storytelling and suspenseful interest that would make readers want to continue on
from page one. Her prose is both unique and polished, developing her own distinctive voice as the characters come to life through the pages. And what was
more amazing to me was how the pages just seem to go by: one minute I'm starting out in this wonderfully done novel, the next I'm done, wanting to read
more from M.L. Cordle. If I had to pick a top ten list of 2007 books, this one would be on it! Her description, familiar in some instances with works of Nicholas
Sparks and that of Danielle Steel is both remarkable and rare. If you read this, be prepared not to put it down until the very end. M.L. Cordle has a long,
lustrous writing career ahead of her-guaranteed."

Joseph McGee - Author of In the Wake of the Night and Snow Hill

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"Brett, Please let Marla know that I absolutely LOVED the book. I read it in 2 days, absolutely loved it; I can see how Sandra Brown is one of the authors she
admires...she will certainly give her a run for her money that's for sure! I have now passed the book onto Steve's mom as she loves to read too, I know she
will love it as well. I will be recommending it to others that's for sure! "

Tonia

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Dear M.L.

I just wanted to say I have read your novel Silencing Sarah and it was wonderful. I did not want to put the book down once I started reading it. It always had a
good twist on things just when I thought I was figuring it out. I even loaned my copy of the book to a few ladies I work with and they loved it too!

Thanks for a wonderful book!

Julie

M.L., I don't mind if you want to post my comments about Silencing Sarah and you can use my full name. I was in the coffee station here in Richlands one day
on lunch and noticed it and bought it on the spot because it sounded so intriguing. I can't wait to read other stuff from you as well!

Also the other lady that already finished it loved it as well. The book became our morning discussion... about where she was at in the book and how exciting
it was. It was really hard to lay it down to do something else. I haven't enjoyed a book like I have Silencing Sarah in a long time and it made it hard for me to
go to other books that aren't as exciting.

I hope you have a wonderful day.

Julie

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Many interesting plot twists. The imagery and character descriptions were poetic and memorable and I felt very situated in place and time, and in the
characters' physical sensations. The sex scenes were hot!

I'm looking forward to your next project, and would love to see a couple of your poems. Please send them pasted into the message, not as attachments.
Congrats on your recent publications!

J.R.

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I wanted to tell you that last night I finished reading Silencing Sarah and it was fantastic! The plot twists helped to make the story seem as if anything was
possible! Since the story was set in the South, where people are known for gentle manners and hospitality, I thought it was going to be similar to a Nora
Roberts mystery/romance novel! But no way! You are in a league all by yourself! Bravo! Sandra Brown will be proud when she reads the plot twists AND the
hot Love scenes! Even though it was getting late, I could not put the book down and wanted to finish it! I'm glad that I did! I can't wait to read your next novel!

Sola Fasehun

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A wonderful blend of romance, paranormal, and mystery; will keep you flipping the pages and forgetting time as you become swept away in Silencing
Sarah. Romance readers will be rewarded but left with a touch of sadness that the adventure is over when they close the final chapter for the last time.
Anxiously awaiting the next one by M.L. Cordle.

Anne Boyd

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M.L. Cordle writes in a way that makes you "Not" want to put her book down. She grabs you very early on and continues to allow you to climb that emotional
ladder of intrigue. The entire journey through her read of Silencing Sarah takes you to places that make you ask questions, that have probabilities, and
evokes amazement and wonder. She turns phrases as well as Stephen King himself. I found myself almost holding my breath in places....gasping, sighing,
chuckling and the ultimate, crying, but not before I felt like screaming inside, "please do not let this be over " only pages before the end.....(big sigh here right
now as I remember). I can't begin to explain the feelings M.L. Cordle will awaken in you as you read Silencing Sarah. She convinces you of a world most
people may never be able to comprehend that can totally exist in reality. She touches your heart and makes your soul cry out for more. Disappointment is
not a word I will ever be able to associate with anything she writes. Not after tasting what she is capable of in Silencing Sarah. Fantastic job M.L. Sitting on
pins and needles waiting for your next book to be available. Thank you for such a phenomenal read.

JM

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Madison thought she could go back home and hide, regroup - maybe find her way out of a case of writer's block. Upon returning to the one place that had
been her private haven for many years, however, she finds out its no longer hers but his - Will McGomery's.

Not the only one trying to run from her past, Madison tries to figure out what is in Will's past that would make him hide from the rest of the world. A suicide and
an even weirder drowning has Madison digging deep into Will's past, stepping on some toes while doing it.

She should take Will's warning to heart and leave things alone, but she can't escape her growing attraction to the mysterious recluse, and desires to know
the truth once and for all.

Will she find out or will the ones that want to keep it buried along with the bodies stop her?

This book is a page turner to the very end! Keeps you wondering and on the edge of your seat."

Stacey

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Hi M.L.

I loved Silencing Sarah. The book was awesome; I could not believe who the killer was! OMG I was like, "Wow!" It was total shock. Bravo! When is the next
book due? My mom wants to read your debut novel now. lol

I personally loved Will. He was rough but sensitive, a great protagonist.

Congrats! And thank you.

Best wishes and bright blessings,

Raven

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I am still so glad you asked to be my friend on myspace. You are so nice and an amazing author on top of that.

Jennifer Northcutt - Snyder, Texas

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I can't wait for Silencing Sarah!! I see great things in your future!!

Heather Forintos - Manville - Traverse City, MI

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Wow, Girl.. Your newsletter is fabulous! Love the pictures, you took them I suppose??? I enjoyed it! :o)

Andrea Snider - Bridgeville, Deleware

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Hey Marla,
I have consumed myself in your writings. I am so fascinated with all you are capable of doing.It just blows my mind. PS I printed out your story and poem. Do
you mind?

Sharon Perkins - Oakwood, Virginia

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My dear young friend,
Thank you so much for your visit and for sharing this writing with me. You, dear friend, are a great writer. What is the price for Silencing Sarah? I want to read
that book. Do I buy from you or from your publisher?

I love your analogies and insight and yes you are older (no, maybe wiser is a better term) than most people your age.

Adda Leah Davis - Rosedale, Virginia

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You put into words all the things the true mountain born child feels. My childhood mountain is gone now. A victim of strip mining. I stared at that mountain for
hours and days on end. Letting my imagination people it with all sorts of dreams. Thank you for turning them into words.

Mary Everett

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You are so brilliant with words. I enjoyed both and a tear came to my eye.

Lisa Griffin

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Hi Marla, I have to wait to January?! Oh no. I know that's just a couple of months more but still, January. Are you going to post when and where we can get it
so I'll be sure not to miss it? I checked out your YouTube shorts on your website and liked what I saw. Very nice!! And you have a WONDERFUL talent for art
as well.

Hope you have a wonderful day and THANK YOU for answering so promptly.

Wanda Hurst

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Loved the extract from your second book!! Fantastic, filled with everything I like…reading, a little romance, murder and ghosts!!! I can relate to Cora, funny how
you can pick up a book and see a little bit of yourself…there's a little bit of Cora in all of us....

Tina Haley - Queensland, Australia

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The first time you read me something you had written, I knew it was just a matter of time before someone grabbed on to your talent and ran with it.
Congratulations!

Helen Lucas Fields - Lebanon, Virginia

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I'm sitting here at 4 a.m. with my heart racing and tears running down my face. I've just finished Silencing Sarah and it was so AMAZING...I was so caught up
that the time just flew by and the night was almost gone.

You have an incredible gift for not only telling a compelling story, but of pulling your readers in until its not just a story anymore...it becomes a part of their
heart. That's what this book did for me. It isnt often I find a book that I have to keep to read again and again. In fact, only 2 other authors have that ability to
keep me hooked and coming back for more.

I wait impatiently for next book. But until then, I will read this one again and again and again and....................

Patricia Payne - Clarksville, TN

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Guess what? I have finished reading Silencing Sarah,it was what I expected, and So MUCH MORE. At the beginning I was aware you wrote the book, as I got
farther along into the story, I got so engrosed in the story I forgot about you. I could feel Madison's determination and why she had to get to the bottom of
things.

When I reached the end I sat here a few minutes and, thought about Silencing Sarah I realized your book is like a ripe peach laying on top of a pail of bitter
crab apples,(translation) the one ripe peach is Silencing Sarah, the crab apples are all the book's I've read that weren't worth reading, your book defintely
deserves on top of the pail. I have to say it was the best book I have read in a long time. Congratulations!

Carol Nelson

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Good God woman. I'm on chapter 10 of your book. So far it is awesome. If I was not so tired I might finish it tonight. hehehehe I can't wait to finish it.

Karen
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