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[Oloye Ifa Karade]

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STORMS OF THE ORISHA
By: Oloye Karade © 2009

I would definitely recommend Storms of the Orisha to all lovers of fiction. Oloye Karade has spun a tale of love, suspense and religion with a slight touch of fantasy. The book was engaging from the first few pages right through to the end, never letting the reader get too comfortable with the storyline. Once you think you know what is going to happen next, the storm rolls in, and a new twist evolves. The various characters are so well developed that you can identify with each of their situations (good and/or bad) as if you knew them personally. For those familiar with the Orisha, you will definitely be pleased with the positive light and the "keeping it real" manner in which Mr. Karade handles the Yoruba traditions in the book. I'm hoping for a sequel. (Alexis Martinez)

I just finished reading Storms of Orisha this morning. I enjoyed this novel. The storyline was so interesting that I did not want to put the book down. I knew that you were a good writer, but I did not know the degree until I read this novel. I hope that you have more stories to write about, because now you have a follower. (JoAnne Benson)

Lynette Sheard writes: Mr. Karade, I finished Storms of the Orisha. I think that the ending is great and totally aligned with the orisha Oya, goddess of the wind. Having the old destroyed in order to create the new was awesome. I also felt that the dementia angle was good in that it allows us (the readers) to decide what is real and what is fantasy. I enjoyed the allegorical anecdote where good and evil came to earth together, yet we can transcend them both. Wow!!! There's so much more. I had to do some research on the orisha and Yoruba terms and significance within the context of the story. I really loved the novel.


Cheryl Ray writes: I really enjoyed reading Storms of the Orisha. It gave a real life scenario that continued with mind boggling twist and turns like a movie. The author portrayed the characters as witty yet clever. As the story moves forward, no one is who you originally thought they were. The author captures your attention from the very start and the roller coaster ride never stops. With an open mind and the ability to think outside the box, this book is a must read.

Donna Dyett writes: I thought the book; Storms of the Orisha was exciting. The plot kept me on the edge of my seat. Each turn of the page enticed me to turn to the next page … the next page… and the next. The book was always fulfilling the promise of continual delightful intrigue. Excellent book! I recommend it highly. Prepare yourself for a great adventure.

Crystal Smith-Lee writes: I have read the novel and it’s unbelievable. Each page is a section of a blank canvas that when touched with the brush of the author’s words, becomes a fully colored portrait.

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