Agnes gets yet another review

Check out what Bittersweet had to say about “The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten” which gathered 3 1/2 cherries.  Below is the full post:

Review:

If you’re looking for wild, ardent, passionate sex, then The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten is not the book for you. If, however, you are in the mood to read something hilarious, sweet, and sensual, with moments of sadness, tenderness, tragedy, anger, danger… then you must definitely read The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten.

Original from beginning to end, the tale is told in a sort of troubadour style that reminded me of the old English “Canterbury Tales”. Structured as if the narrator was speaking to the reader, various lessons are taught.

The first one is on the importance of education. People with the proper instruments can become much more than what initially meets the eye.

Another lesson that the narrator seems to highlight is that though the characters go throughout many difficulties in life, true love can be found, maybe even more than once.

The main character, Agnes is definitely not a perfect protagonist. She’s so naïve at first that it’s annoyingly not credible. However, this innocence along with the narrator’s outrageous commentaries is a primordial part of what makes the story so special.

My laughter did not die down and my affection for Agnes grew as she acquired her education. An education versed not only in lovemaking, but also in literature, music, court etiquette, and of course, true love.

The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten is a delightful and entertaining read for any moment.

Read the rest here: http://whippedcream2.blogspot.com/2010/08/scandalous-tale-of-agnes-biggenbotten.html?zx=c192d399ddc76a47

Agnes’s Biggenbotten worth 4.25 stars!

Check out what Night Owl Romance Reviews had to say about “The Scandalous Tale of Biggenbotten”:

http://www.nightowlreviews.com/nightowlromance/reviews/Review.aspx?daoid=6488out it here:

I’d like to warn you that you’ve got about a month before the next yarn comes out.  On July 7th of his year “Redemption of a Scoundrel” comes out.  So don’t fall behind!

Agnes reviewed by Siren Book Reviews

The fine people at Siren Book Reviews  has given “The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten” a wonderful review, read below:

Review:

I loved this story! Christopher Newman used a very refreshing writing style. The tale is portrayed through a wandering storyteller. By using a storyteller, the author was able to make you feel like you were being told, instead of reading it.

The breaks in the tale by the storyteller were witty and funny. Agnes is a delightfully naïve heroin that we get to see develop throughout the tale, and just can’t help but love. Between the storyteller and Agnes I found myself laughing out loud at all the humorous parts, and crying at the sad parts.

The plot twists keep you on the edge of your seat and unable to stop “listening to the story”. This tale contains romance, intrigue, sorrow, and joy. It was truly wonderful, and the editing was well done. If you like a little humor and fun with your romance, then this is the story for you.

I can’t wait to see what other tales Christopher Newman has spun!

Posted by Kayden McLeod

The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten–Reviewed!

“The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten” my light erotic romance/humor novel available at Eternal Press has received it’s first review.  Read below what the Book Wenches had to say about it.

Reviewed by: BD Whitney of Book Wenches

http://www.bookwenches.com/February10reviews.htm

In the tiny hamlet of Lower East Drearie, there once lived a tavern maid by the name of Agnes Biggenbotten. Big of heart, tiny of mind, and plush of posterior, Agnes was an object of lust for many of the hamlet’s men and a target for jealousy and degradation by much of the womenfolk. Although she rarely had a coherent thought, she was happy with her life in the tavern, but that life took a nosedive one fateful day when the mayor dropped dead of a heart-attack while chasing her in a fit of lust. Accused of murder and witchcraft as a result, Agnes was forced to flee, leaving her home and the man that truly loved her behind.

This is the tale of Agnes’ adventures, both good and ill, and her education and transformation from an innocent and ignorant barmaid to a lady and a duchess. It is the story of how she loved and lost, how she came into her fortune, and how she finally won her heart’s desire.

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Christopher Newman’s clever novella The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten is a fast-paced romp of a story that will entertain and delight you. This humorous and completely improbable tale, set in a fictional land that looks suspiciously like historic England, is a story within a story, and it features a host of comic and over-the-top characters, a plot that is a combination of farce and soap opera, and narrator who, quite frankly, steals the show.

The main character in The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten is the storyteller, who promises his listeners “a fantastic tale of love, tragedy, and derring-do” in exchange for a pint of stout. Mr. Newman has given this narrator a unique voice that carries throughout, peppering the story with wry comments and colorful asides and adding an irresistible interpersonal element to the narrative. As I read this story, I truly felt as if I were sitting across the table from the storyteller, listening to his outrageous tale and interacting with him as he speaks. In fact, I was prepared to have to buy him another pint to keep him talking. Couldn’t have him getting a dry mouth before he ended his tale, now could I?

Mr. Newman incorporates a number of characteristics into this story that enhance its comic nature. The names are wonderful and descriptive of the characters. Besides Agnes Biggenbotten of the big bottom, we have the less-than-stellar mayor Dubious Finch, the hateful man of the cloth Milo Proper, the unpleasant but tenacious witch hunter Finneas Weevel, and Duke Von Boor who most definitely is a boor of the lowest caliber. In addition, the titles of the chapters are hilarious and are almost as entertaining as the narrative.

I found reading The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten to be simply a whole a lot of fun. This is a story to read when you need a smile or perhaps a laugh or two. It is fluffy and fun and larger than life, and I found it to be well worth my time. I hope the storyteller comes back soon with another tale. I’ll gladly spring for the first pint; you can buy the next.

–Bobby

Available in print!

There are quite a few milestones in a writer’s career and they usually go something like this:

1.  First acceptance letter (either publisher or agent)

2. First contract

3.  First release

4. First royalty check

5. First review

and so forth and so on…

I have hit a long awaited milestone today–my book “The Scandalous Tale of Agnes Biggenbotten (Eternal Press) is now available in PRINT on Amazon.com.  I cannot express how incredible stoked, happy and surprised at this.  If you’re interested in holding an actual copy of one of my books in your hand go to:

http://www.amazon.com/Scandalous-Tale-Agnes-Biggenbotten/dp/1770650407/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1266415067&sr=8-2

For the record, if you want it signed I would be most happy to do so.  Please contact me at:

christophercnewman@att.net

We’ll work out the details…

Ciao!

Chris