I’m deeply grateful to everyone who has purchased, read, and taken the time to review one of my books. All profits from my books go to help get dogs like Thor, Nora, Warren, Clyde, Taco, Benny, and best friends Bloo & Lady, Alvin, Balto and Carina (photos below) out of kill shelters. We’re off to a good start in 2017 with the freedom of 25 dogs. In in 2016, 250 dogs were freed. In 2015, 148 dogs were freed.
AND please for everyone who’s purchased a book could I humbly ask you to write a review when you’ve completed the read. Amazon promotes and ranks books according to number of reviews in addition to sales. Every voice helps spread the word and that is an energy that can help a dog.
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My books continue to be ranked in the top 100 best sellers on Amazon in their categories (historical fiction, teen and young adult, and literary fiction). What an honor to be ranked #87 LITERARY FICTION BEST SELLER next to Paulo Coelho; incredible author of The Alchemist and The Pilgrimage.
RECENT REVIEWS FOR THE PERSECUTION OF MILDRED DUNLAP
Good book, and I enjoyed the style of writing. Very real situations in real life back in the early times. The topic of two women being together is an issue in the book but it was done very well and don’t think it will offend anyone. Recommend it
Gossip, in more ways, is worse than murder, some say. The rippling effects of gossip can have a weak subject wishing for death; even materializing it for themselves.
The story is set in the 19th century; goes to show that man doesn’t learn his/her lessons on what is good and what is bad. Centuries and eons of technologies later, many among us still judge; many still look down on people; many still can’t keep opinions in check; many still come to conclusions the basis for which are self-serving speculations. Indeed, it’s a sad plight if we look at it this way. One good thing in the present time, the marginalized now have a voice in many parts of the world. A lot of people and countries take up advocacies for equality and against discrimination. It’s not perfect but it’s a big thing from the situation in the book.
The scenario in the book happened at the same time when Oscar Wilde was imprisoned because of having relations with another man. A lot of thought-provoking quotes from this famed playwright abound; at least one per chapter. They make the readers think twice before passing judgment on Mildred Dunlap, the main character who was in the same predicament as Mr. Wilde.
Paulette Mahurin is an engaging writer; another in my list to watch out for.
RECENT REVIEWS FOR THE SEVEN YEAR DRESS
Whenever I read a book about the Holocaust, I can’t help but be reflective as well as thankful for the life I’ve had. It’s so unfair that so many people suffered so much hardship and sadness during the war, and yet amazingly there is still hope and kindness to be found amongst it all. The Seven Year Dress is a well written story, I liked the way Helen was introduced and how her story flowed on from there and I totally recommend this book for all fans of historical fiction.
I read the book in one day. The story was on near of such sadness , I felt I was there.
There are really no words to describe the horrific torture and murder of millions of innocent victims. Paulette Mahurin has written a heartbreaking, eye opening novel that tells with brutal honesty what occurred. I will never forget this book.
I DONT USUALLY READ ANYTHING ABOUT THE HOLOCAUST, BUT THIS STORY WAS VERY WELL WRITTEN.
Must read. I couldn’t stop until I was done. Very good book that will bring out so many emotions. Wonderful!
Even though the novel is labeled historic fiction, the atrocities that happened to the “undesirables” in the concentration camps is very real.and described in a way that is heart breaking. The book is slow moving at first, but when the main character Helen is immersed in the horrific treatment received by Jewish people it is hard to stop reading.
DOG’S RESCUED
Thor’s been rescued
Thor’s freedom photo
Nora’s been rescued
Nora’s freedom photo
Nora showing off her new outfit and bed
Nora cozy and safe
Warren’s been rescued
Warren’s freedom walk
Warren’s last look at the shelter
Warren’s gratitude look at new family
Warren safe and sound at home sweet home
Clyde’s been rescued
Clyde’s freedom walk
Clyde loving on new dad
Clyde’s smiling thank you for “saving my life”
Taco’s been rescued
Taco’s freedom photo.
Benny’s been rescued
Benny’s freedom photo
Benny getting love from new family
Lady senior with arthritis was rescued with her best friend Bloo who is blind
Bloo rescued with best friend Lady
Lady & Bloo having a rest together
Lady & Bloo in new yard enjoying their freedom and friendship
Alvin’s been rescued
Alving’s freedom photo with new mom.
Balto came in with a fractured femur and was rescued
Balto after surgery for leg amputation. Unfortunately they were unable to save the leg but he came through surgery without complications.
Balto healing beautifully and grateful to have been helped. The vet says he should have a quality long life.
Carina’s been rescued
Carina’s freedom walk
Carina’s freedom photo
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About The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap
The year 1895 was filled with memorable historical events: the Dreyfus Affair divided France; Booker T. Washington gave his Atlanta address; Richard Olney, United States Secretary of State, expanded the effects of the Monroe Doctrine in settling a boundary dispute between the United Kingdom and Venezuela; and Oscar Wilde was tried and convicted for "gross indecency" under Britian's recently passed law that made sex between males a criminal offense. When the news of Wilde's conviction went out over telegraphs worldwide, it threw a small Nevada town into chaos. This is the story of what happened when the lives of its citizens were impacted by the news of Oscar Wildes' imprisonment. It is chronicle of hatred and prejudice with all its unintended and devastating consequences, and how love and friendship bring strength and healing.
Paulette Mahurin, the author, is a Nurse Practitioner who lives in Ojai, California with her husband Terry and their two dogs--- Max and Bella. She practices women's health in a rural clinic and writes in her spare time. All profits from her book are going to animal rescue, Santa Paula Animal Shelter, the first and only no-kill shelter in Ventura County, CA, where she lives. (see links below on Ventura County Star Article & Shelter)
To find out more please go the The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap on facebook or Amazon or e-mail us at the gavatar addresses. Thank you.
(photos: of Paulette, her family, and a reading at The Ojai Art Center, July 2012)
25 dogs rescued!!!! And great reviews.
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Absolutely… all three of Paulette Mahurin books are a must read. I echo the fact that she is an engaging writer, thus so of meaningful and important issues.
Thank you so much JJ. Your support is deeply valued. ❤
So cute. Glad that little guy got some help!
Yes, me too. Angels walk among us who help the dogs with medical challenges and the elderly. There are many who do step up to help them. Thank goodness. ❤
OMC Dat Benny did a model post. MOL A Meowsy big ConCats. And it’s not even da middle of da month. Pawsum mews. Big hugs to all.
Luv ya’
Dezi and Raena
I just love that Benny pose. I’m so happy with how well the year’s started off. Fingers and paws crossed it’ll continue. Now sending you good thoughts and many cyber hugs that all you need gets taken care of. We luv ya! ❤
We’ve got our paws crossed and are sayin’ purrayers dat lots and lots of doggies are saved this year. Fank you fur da good thoughts fur mommy. Big hugs to yall.
Luv ya’
Dezi and Raena
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I always admire those who rescue the older dogs. All of those soulful eyes… just melts my heart. ❤
They are angels, those who help the elder fur friends. It’s such a heartbreak to see an older “family” dog dumped in a kill shelter. Thank goodness for those with big hearts who reach out to help them. ❤
Happy faces! As others have pointed out, special people take the elderly and the ill dogs into their hearts.
Yes, very special people. Thank goodness for them! Hope you and Leo have a peaceful, good weekend. ❤
Fabulous. Fabulous. Congratulations, Paulette.
The puppies all look happy too. ❤ ❤ ❤
They sure do, Tess, especially the elders and medically challenged. I’m very happy my books are continuing to sell. In this extremely competitive world with so much talent out there I feel very lucky. ❤
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Good to see your other books are being read, too. More for the poochie pies! ❤ ❤ ❤
That was a really great added bonus to all the attention the last book received. And I’m so happy with the energy going to help the dogs. It’s starting off to be a good year. Hugs to you and your two. ❤ ❤ ❤
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“What a difference a book makes” that’s what came up when we read the reviews and saw the doggies, Paulette 🙂 The picture of Lady and her little furriend is heart touching. Pawkisses for a wonderful day and Good Luck to all the rescued and not yet rescued doggies in the world 🙂 ❤
I love that photo of Lady and Bloo in the yard. I’m immensely grateful they were kept together. Bloo is blind and Lady has arthritis but together their love gives them purpose and joy in life. They are so sweet together and the angels that kept them together made my day! Many pawkisses to you my sweet friend. ❤ 🙂
So thankful for all the dogs who have found their forever homes
So am I. More to come. It’s starting out to be a really good year. Tons of good people are helping with this effort and it’s very heartwarming. ❤
I love this group of dogs – they are a good looking lot!
They sure are and very happy. More to come. We’re up to 35 now. ❤
We hit 34 today! It was like summer had arrived!
It is a warm feeling to save a dog’s life. I love your metaphor. 🙂
Thanks Paulette for all the good work you are doing
Thanks Lou. I’m happy to do my small bit to help the dogs. ❤