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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Naomi McDonald

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This box set includes the first three books from this series (which at the time of this review, the series has thirteen books total).
An important thing you have to know going into this is that our subconscious mind operates behind the scenes 24/7 and exerts influence over every aspect of our daily life. When you read these books with that understanding, you can truly grasp what is happening with Marcy.
From the context of understanding how our brain influences us without us consciously being aware of it, you can see how behavior is actually communication. I think this is the key concept in getting the most out of these stories.
I enjoyed reading these books. They evoke a lot of emotional response and worm their way into your head so you find yourself thinking about them even when you’re not reading.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by M Policicchio

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson

4 of 5 Stars

These are the first three novels in this series by Linda J. Burson. The series tells us the story of Marcy Jenson. Marcy is a young, independent entrepreneur. Marcy opened her own bakery about 2.5 years ago. Marcy thought she was living the good life. She was in a steady relationship with Brad, the man she knew she was going to marry. The bakery was doing well, so well she needed to add additional help. The only issue was that Marcy started to have uncontrollable rage. All of her friends were concerned. One night, Marcy stopped at a random gas station to get gas on her way home. This fuel stop changed the course of Marcy’s life. After, a stranger came into Marcy’s life. Liam is tall, strong, handsome and dangerous. Was he truly a stranger? Was he dangerous for Marcy? Can this stranger help Marcy with her rage?

In Rage, we get to know each of the characters and start to understand all their reasons for feeling the rage burning inside of them.

In Confusion, Marcy, Brad and Liam are thrown as the emotional toll of dealing with their rage bubbles to the surface.

In Agony and Ecstasy, life for Marcy, Liam and Brad has appeared to smooth out. Happiness appears just around the corner. But, we all know that there can be anything around that corner, especially dark shadows of the past.

I found myself talking out loud to the characters, telling them to stop, breathe, think about what they were doing. I questioned their choices. I rooted for their victories. I cried with them. I was pulled into Marcy’s world deeper and deeper with every page. My emotions ran so deeply that I had to put my phone down and walk away a couple of times. I thought I could walk away from Marcy, Liam and Brad but I was drawn back to them time and time again. This is a series that I have to finish.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Tracy Wilkin

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This trilogy is one of the most addictive and suspenseful drama’s I have ever read. The three book in the series is Rage, Confusion and Agony and Ecstasy. Linda Burson delivers a crafty and superbly written mystery that I was powerless to part from. You become instantly immersed in the characters and their lives and your life will be more content and fulfilled having read them.

Rage is book 1 in the Marcy Series written by Linda Burson. Rage is the first book by this author that I have read. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality and free flowing drama that made up this story.

Marcy was a complex character in many ways, but very simple in others. She also was dramatically erratic. That just made her more endearing. I did not warm to the love of her life quickly or completely. I think he has something he is hiding. Liam is a total different matter entirely. He was a puzzle just busting to be solved. There were many ups and downs throughout, and I lost my way a little, but overall it was a mighty fine read. The story flowed reasonably well, with intrigue, mystery and lots of action. This book was very active and the characters were a delight to get to know.

Linda Burson penned an entertaining and fast paced story, with suspense aplenty. A thoroughly splendid story which will leave a reader hungry for more from this author.

The tantalising trio are back in Confusion, book 2 in the Karcy series by Linda Burson. I sank into this story as I was intrigued by these characters and wondered what this author had in store for us readers this time.

Marcy, Brad and Liam led me on quite the mission, with ke having no idea of the outcome of Confusion. Marcy was her usual endearing self, Liam just got more attractive and sensual. But Brad annoyed me no end. His character was needed to spice up the drama, but he just appeals to me less and less. I will always have ky heart set on Marcy and Liam together as a couple, and Brad just cramps that style.

Linda Burson added so much to this series with slightly loony characters and the twisty, thrilling mystery to each chapter kept me entertained for hours. I cannot wait for number three.

This melodramatic tale that entwines three exceptional characters comes to a stunning conclusion in Agony and Ecstasy. The quality in which Linda Burson has written this mesmerizing series is captivating and never lacks intensity. This high energy reading experience will be hard to beat.

For Marcy, Liam and Brad, the rollercoaster that is life seems to be on a continuous loop, with no hint of it ever calming down. There were a lot of nail biting moments, and a lot of tears shed. A thoroughly absorbing escape from reality that left quite a profound impression.

This book and series is truly a fabulous read, and one I can highly praise. 4 stars.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Kayla Bullock

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My rating: 3 of 5 stars

Meet Marcy, young, running her own bakery, and with a terrible temper she can’t control. Dating Brad, who she has been with for two and a half years, Marcy expects to spend forever with him. But when she meets a mysterious stranger, and things with Brad fall apart, Marcy and Liam start to explore their relationship. Getting mixed up in Liam’s plot for revenge, Marcy finds herself on a path she never imagined.

These stories are good. I enjoyed the characters, especially Liam. However, there was a lot of times I felt the story moved at too slow of a pace and scenes that could have been shortened or removed altogether. Marcy is very wishy washy in her relationships, and her thoughts are all over the place. The conversations between characters were not realistic, as no one really talks like they do in these stories, which made some of it seem forced.

The Marcy Series has a good premise, and I would recommend reading it. The action scenes are fantastic and I kept reading to find out what happened with Liam’s revenge plot. 3/5 stars.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Katie Kearney

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda Burson. This series is a series that will keep you coming back for more. The characters are complex and relatable they pull you into their world with ease and you can very easily get lost in the pages in a good way. The storyline is well written and paced nicely. I like when authors bring out box sets it’s a great way for a series to be read all together or even try out a new to you author. And this is definitely an author and series you should take a chance on because you definitely won’t be disappointed. Four stars and highly recommended

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Katie Matthews

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

The Marcy Series box set is a great set of books to read. I really enjoyed them and would definitely recommend them to other readers. The set contains books 1-3 in the series – Rage, Confusion and Agony &Ecstasy. I really enjoyed the authors writing, it was very engaging and there were some great twists and turns along the way.

I really like Marcy she is such a great character to read about. She is quite a complex character that you really do have to get to know and understand. There was so much going on for her and she has some real heart-breaking decisions to make. I think by the end of this book I really felt like I knew Marcy well.

The authors writing definitely developed as the stories progressed and I am really looking forward to reading more from her in the future.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a box set you must read if you like action, suspense and/or thrillers. I don’t think I have read anything that has kept me on the edge-of-my-seat from page 1 and not let go until the end. Marcy deals with some emotional issues that are causing big issues in her life. She has an unintentional love triangle going on and memories popping up. The feelings are big. The men are direct opposites of each other. I feel she would have been better off with one. The books are meant to be read in order. As the action builds, Marcy does find her strength and confidence to rebuild her life and get back on her feet. She learns she has friends. Power packed and full of twists, the author has put together a plot that is like dynamite waiting to blow and it just takes you along to the very end. I would give this a 10 star rating if I could. Highly recommend!

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THE MARCY SERIES BOX SET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Erica Fish

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy Series Boxset is the first three books in the series. Linda J Burson does an amazing job of grabbing my attention and holding throughout the series. Her attention to detail paints a beautiful picture in my mind’s eye. She introduces Marcy, Brad, and Liam in book one Rage. Marcy is living the American Dream, her own house, and business. She has some issues and she is working through them. I love how much Marcy grows through the series. I highly recommend this box set to follow Marcy and her relationships.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Tamisha Janay

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

When I started this series, I had no idea there were thirteen books! Linda Burson has created an amazing story with Marcy, Liam, Brad, and all of the other characters. It was nearly impossible to put down. I am looking forward to diving deep into the other ten books to see what happens after the initial three.

Book one introduces us to Marcy and her rage. She has been irritable, violent, and unlike herself for quite some time. There is no fathomable explanation for it, but everyone in her life has noticed a change in her. We meet Brad, who doesn’t come across as the most reliable or understanding partner, but we discover all about how they met and the memories that they’ve shared. We meet Liam, who has an heir of mystery about him that is BEGGING to be discovered. Marcy’s friends and family (and all those who work in her cafe) are wonderfully written. They obviously care about her and put her best interests at heart always. After an ultimatum, Marcy decides to get some insight into why she is feeling the way that she is – which only opens the door for more revelations and ‘confusion’.

Book two, aptly named confusion, follows Marcy on her journey to discover what her heart truly wants. She gets an opportunity that most never do – falling in love with more than one person and getting to explore that love with both of them until she is able to decide what her choice should be. There is so much being uncovered in her therapy sessions that she needs to deal with, but her priority seems to be focusing on her love life. Trauma is a hard thing to recover from and avoidance is usually the easiest way to handle it. We follow her journey with Liam mostly in this book and learn more about him – as we did with Brad in book one. Safe to say, I have made my choice by this point.

Book three was a rollercoaster at night with a blindfold. Marcy has made her decision, told everyone she cares about, started on a new path towards her future, and made AMAZING strides in discovering her entire past to move past the traumatizing experiences she faced. Things never go the way that you think they will with Linda Burson and I am absolutely addicted to this series due to the twists and turns, shocking revelations, and character storylines.

There are no cliffhangers here, but I will say that you will be left wanting so much more. I am so excited to continue this series and find out what happens to all of the characters. These books have caused me to be very thorough when reading and I find myself being suspicious of the things that are being said or the way that the characters are acting on each page. I love the way this story is progressing and that there is still so much left to uncover. Seriously, if you’re thinking about it – read them! Don’t hesitate. You won’t regret it. *TW: descriptive violence & self-harm*

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just wow! Those are my opening words that I am using, as nothing else seems to give an impact as these books did for me! The book themselves and their storylines really impact you in different ways. And lets not forget the characters, their emotions and their drama make you feel literally everything! Its a rollercoaster of suspense, drama, and emotions needless to say! All in all, impeccable writing!

The first novel follows our lead character named Macy. She is having a rough time, and at times I truly felt for her. She did not have the best boyfriend in my opinion and she’s got issues. I mean we all do in some way and I can speak from experience that support is supper important to help us! This novel surrounds Macy and her nightmares, and her nightmares are more than the word heavy can define. What do they mean? It was a mystery and brain like thing to comprehend. Along her way trying to figure things out she meets Liam. Who basically rocks her world and shifts everything that she knows! She felt like she was losing it at times through out this novel, but perhaps there was a key in all of this that was more visible than anyone ever suspected of thought? Yes, I really loved this opening book.

We join Macy and her story continuing in the next novel. This one lives up perfectly to the one previous to it. Macy is very much confused with matters of her heart, hence the book title. Plus everything going on with her does she really need her own heart pulling her into different directions? This one brought more to the table than expected and I was hooked even more. More and more things came to light that really bought the suspense and then some. Like holy cow, this series with this second one made me feel even more, my feelings were all over the place with the characters, and I was truly entranced with this series!

We reach the final one, and yes I felt sad this series was coming to an end. I was so emotionally invested that I really grew with all the drama and suspense surrounding Macy, that I was not ready to say her story had reached its conclusion. This book bought more impact to me than the first two even did, and I truly did not think that was possible. This series bought so much and this third one really finalized everything and gave the reader for that thrill ride like no ever experienced, at least in my opinion. Macy has to go through a lot in this one, a lot of pain and suffering, what she thought she had she very much didn’t, Everything changes more than lightly for Macy, and she has to shift her world to get to the true understanding of all things that she knows! Macy is very strong, but even the strongest souls can be weakened to their knees with life! The emotions of this one were even heavy for me, and like Macy who had to continue on with her life, despite everything, I pushed through those emotions to see what would happen to Macy and all things that surrounded her! Seriously what an explosive conclusion to this one!

Seriously, I was so invested in this series and these characters I could not put this down. I was so in love with this series and all it brought to the table. This author quickly became a new favorite for me, and that’s needless to say. I am going to be stalking them for more books. the impact and feelings they brought on to me with their writing was indescribable. If an author has that power then you defiantly should pick these books up I say, I highly say to do so, your in for a treat that you can only experience upon reading these novels! Its a series that will suck you in, and make you feel everything!

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Liz Vrchota

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is such a wonderful boxed set with so many different areas of interest covered for young adult readers that it would be a wonderful one to snag a gift or read for yourself! I love box sets from my favorite authors for this reason! I can share all my favorites in such a convenient way and start people with a wonderful series. The Marcy Series has something for everyone like I said with a strong female lead and really brings to a whole host of supporting side characters to fall in love with as well. I have included below the review for the first two books in the series individually as well so you can get a taste of what is in them in depth a bit more but this is one that you do not want to miss out on!

RAGE: BOOK 1-

“As I fall asleep, all I can think of is a four-letter word: Rage.”

This was my first time reading anything by Linda Burson, and I don’t generally pick up many novels in these genres either, but was wanting to switch it up a bit and the synopsis grabbed my attention from the get go. I was really intrigued by the fact that this was looking to lean more towards an alpha female lead rather than focusing on an alpha male lead for a change. So, I jumped in with an open mind and was fully ready for some kick butt female lead story lines.

So, we meet the lovely and deeply aggravated Marcy. She is the owner of a bakery, Coffee, Tea, & Treats, engaged to Brad, and seems like life is going fairly well. Except it really isn’t. She has been plagued with these nightmares for quite some time now and it is affecting every person and aspect of her life.

“I haven’t been my sweet self for a while. I’m not trying to be difficult, but the nightmares I’ve been having are taking their toll on me.”

All that seems to be the norm in her life as far as feelings go anymore is rage.

“As I fall asleep, all I can think of is a four-letter word: Rage.”

Eventually it takes its final toll on her relationship with her fiancé and an ultimatum is given to her, she either gets help or he is gone.

“That’s it, damn it! I’m done! Do you hear me? I’m fed up with your craziness. I’m leaving. You need help and you need it now!”

This eventually leads her to a newfound love and friend, Liam. They embark on a journey together that will either heal them or tear them apart more.
I will say that this isn’t necessarily a cliffhanger book, but there are unanswered questions and loose ends. It is book 1 in a series and you will definitely want book 2 after this one is done so that you can get the answers to some of those questions left hanging in the air after this one is done. The one reason that I did not give this five stars was because for me this book was in a lot of ways disjointed. It almost felt like two stories with an intermission of excessive information. I have a feeling that it will make all the more sense when reading the second book but it was a tad confusing in the sense that it was introduced in this novel rather than spread throughout the next few books. Otherwise I did enjoy it and will give the next one a go to see what comes next for Marcy and the rest of the characters.

CONFUSION: BOOK 2-

“Marcy, sometimes we can’t explain why the heart wants what it wants. It doesn’t mean it’s wrong; it just means we get confused…”
This is the second installment in The Marcy series by Linda Burson and I was very much impressed with the flow and improvement with the storyline progression in this book. I liked the idea behind the series in book one and wanted it to go blossom in this one and it didn’t disappoint!
“Marcy, sometimes we can’t explain why the heart wants what it wants. It doesn’t mean it’s wrong; it just means we get confused. You need to incorporate your mind; use your intelligence to logically figure out why you feel so connected to him. The heart will lead us astray, but our hearts combined with our reason helps us decipher what the right answer is for us.”
This pretty much picks up where the precious book leaves off, with Marcy confused as to where she wants to settle her heart with, between Liam or Brad. She knows that she has ‘feelings’ for both of them but which one does she love? Luckily, she gets the opportunity to have time to figure this out with both of them, something that is not traditional in most relationships in the modern age, also made for a very interesting and captivating read.
This also contained all the drama, suspense, mystery, and intrigue that balanced so well in the previous novel. It really takes the reader on a roller coaster of a ride. Marcy has quite the intense life both in the present and in her history and she is still uncovering a lot of details. I look forward to reading more about this in future installments in this series.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson. The 1st book is Rage ( The Marcy Series Book 1) by Linda Burson. This is the where it all started. The very beginning. Book one is Rage ( The Marcy Series Book 1) This is the where it all started. The very beginning. I’ve read all the books so now we are back to square one and it did not disappoint! This is the story of Marcy and her having nightmares that are causing her life to fall apart. Her partner tells her to get help or they are done. In the midst of all this she is held at gunpoint during a Robbery, she meets Liam and vows to help him find his parents murderers. Liam and Marcy begin to have feelings for each other and she’s never felt like this before. This love is new to Marcy, its kind, positive and happy. Jealousy, confusion, and heartbreak are in the works with her old love. In the Second book Confusion Marcy starts having nightmares due to her trauma. Her past is keeping her from completely healing and she doesn’t know what to do about it. Brad has to make a decision about his father and he’s struggling with that. Liam and Marcy are growing closer and that causes confusion with Brad. Agony & Ectasy is the 3rd book and the characters are just as confused as ever. Brad makes a decision that throws them all off, Liam gets the revenge he thinks will fix everthing and Marcy is still trying to get help for her nightmares from therapy. Once Liam talks to the therapist thinks start to break open and he won’t leave Marcy’s side. Liam makes a decision that turns Marcy’s world upside down. Read this series it will keep you turning pages for hours.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Kerry Baker

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson is a collection of great books with some brilliant characters. This is a series that really does need to be read in orders as it is a continuation of their stories throughout. With each of these books I found it so easy to connect with the characters – and to reconnect with them quickly each time I started a new book.
Each of these books is well written and exciting to read. Even though it follows the same characters I thought each book had a different feel to it, distinguishing it from the last book while still having a familiar sense to it. The books are all faced paced. So much seems to happen in each book and the author really knows when to throw in a twist to keep you on your toes. As soon as I had finished one of these books I had to start the next and I thoroughly enjoyed each and every one

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Robin Rankin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Rage is the first book in the Marcy series by Linda Burson.  I liked the book overall and i was looking forward tonreading the second book but I found myself a little confused and now have a ton of questions.  I had been down with a pretty bad cold when I started so I can’t help but wonder if that has something to do with my confusion or if I was lead to be confused on purpose by the author.  If that is the case, she did a good job.

Confusion is the second book in the series. I found myself getting very frustrated with Marcy in this book.  The back and forth was never ending or at least that is the way it seemed to me.  There were times I really wanted to shake her and get her to make up her mind between Brad and Liam.  I like the supporting cast as much if not more than the main characters and I hoped to find them in more prominent roles in the following books.

Agony and Ecstasy is the third book in the series and I think this is my favorite of the series so far.  I didn’t find myself as annoyed my Marcy as I did in the first two book which was a good thing, but that never stopped me from reading the books and not want to put them down.  Marcy has done a lot of growing and healing in this series and I have a feeling that there is still a lot more to come for her.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Sara Oxton

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy series box set by Linda Burson fantastic four-star reads.
Rage, Confusion and Agony and Ecstasy complete the Marcy series, this series was good, and it shows us Marcy is a strong character and she shows us her strength of character that will surprise you at times, but it will also show you how great the writing and character development is by this author. These stories have their ups and downs and suspense a plenty as well as drama, there is a love triangle, so that’s kinda a given. But there’s another side as well, a deeper side that’s filled with a depth and drama you don’t see often, its well written and compelling and makes a very fast paced story easy to grasp. Overall, they are very good stories, they just missed that something special that blew me away.

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The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson – Review by Caralee Loonat

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson
4 Stars!!!!

I have to say that this is a great series. I have read the whole lot and it is definitely a great read. Marcy has a very complicated life but one does get drawn in and lost in it. I lile how the author has taken and handled the subject. There is just enough drama in the story.

I really like how the story unfolds in each consecutive book and how it all entwines the whole story together. This is a great way to get started with this series. I definitely would read more from this author.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Bobbi Wagner

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a great box set that contains the first three stories from The Marcy Series by this author. It is a great series that has a little bit of everything in it from action to romance. Each book contains a story about Marcy and her friends. She is a great character that you just want to know more about. She is a character full of emotions and very strong. She is my favorite in this series and her friends supported her really well. Each story is unique and has its own plot and twists and turns. They are engaging stories that are hard to put down. They are fun and entertaining to read. I highly recommend this box set and this author.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Shannon Fowler

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book set is a great way to start this series! And you must start at the beginning!

This first book is an interesting story. I felt like I was waiting for the other shoe to drop the entire time I was reading this book. The plot is a good one, with the main character, Marcy, experiencing some unexplained nightmares and rage. Her boyfriend, Brad, tries to make her understand that people are beginning to fear her. This just makes her angrier. Brad is by no means perfect and has his own problems. This couple gets engaged but sadly it doesn’t last long when they discover they have major problems to work out. Because Marcy didn’t have enough going on in her crazy life, she meets Liam.

I enjoyed this story because I experienced a range of emotions with the characters from their experiences. A little rage myself at the hospital scene. I have found that Brad tends to bring out my worst feelings. However, when Marcy meets Liam, that relationship brings out my swoony type feelings. (Although I think they are rushing things.)

I did not think that Marcy’s rage was all that out of control. Although when she learned to control it she seemed to be able to rather quickly. I think there could have been more situations where she was out of control. There were situations where she should have been out of control but she was rather passive. Marcy is a very likeable character and I cannot wait to see how and when Burson gives Marcy a happily ever after.

Confusion is book two in the Marcy series. In this book Marcy seems to have her rage still under control. After she met Liam in book one she learns there is a better outlet for her rage. In Confusion she is given more opportunities to let that rage loose. Her real confusion is loving two men and it is making me crazy! I really don’t know how one person could do it. She is much stronger than she thinks. However, I would like to see Brad become a little stronger himself. He seems weak through the first half of the book. And then he kind of goes MIA. Leaving us to wonder what he is cooking up.

Liam’s past is still a mystery and his current life as a vigilante keeps him mysterious. I hope when all is said and done he isn’t a bad guy! I am still #teamliam though-out this book!

Again, Burson’s writing style makes this storyline easy to read. I want a happily ever after and Marcy just can’t make a choice…I really don’t blame her…much.

To get the whole story you must read before book one, Rage, before reading Confusion. I love the titles that the author has given to these books. Perfect! However, my feelings are mixed about the main characters. Liam, Marcy and Brad…make a choice already! I did wish there was a bigger wow factor for the cliff hanger but I am still going to read the next book, Agony and Ecstasy. That sounds about right for these characters! I can’t imagine what Burson has in store for these three!

Ok here we go. Agony and Ecstasy is the third book in the Marcy Series. Will it be the last? With that ending I certainly hope not!

Here’s what causes Marcy’s rage, confusion, agony AND ecstasy!

“My life seems to be running in slow motion, and I can’t speed it up no matter what I do. I still think of Brad all the time, but I’m not missing him the way I’m missing Liam. Isn’t that interesting?”

To me this story had more agony than ecstasy. I just can’t like Brad. Everyone else does, Marcy, her friends, her parents, maybe even Linda Burson herself. I really am trying. I was #teamliam all through book 2 but this time he makes some choices and does some things that makes me wonder just what is really going on.

I can tell you this author likes twists! Major twist at the half way mark, another twist before the wedding, minor twist at the wedding, twist with Liam and Marcy, twist with Brad and Marcy. Can you understand the main character’s confusion? agony?

This story had good writing as the first two books did. This story focuses on Marcy’s confusion about loving these two great men. This story has a bittersweet happy ending but I didn’t like it…remember I am #teamliam. I felt no closure with this ending so let’s see what Burson can bring in the next book.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Michelle Mulvey

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I read a few of the books in the series and you definitely don’t want to pass this by. This boxset has everything you would want. There’s a lot of suspense in these books that will keep you interested.

My favorite is the boxset is book 3 which in Agony and Ecstasy

The series should be read in order to follow the lives of the characters. Marcy is one of the main characters and she has been through a lot of heartbreak and fear in her life. There were 2 men in her life Brad and Liam. Both of which were engaged to Marcy and one point. Marcy has nightmares which start with her not remembering them. Little by little she starts to remember certain things. She’s in a very fragile state and then to top things off, she finds out that Liam, the man she loves…the man she plans to marry has some secrets of his own. Marcy needs to choose which man she will end up with. Brad…Liam…Who knows! This book has a lot of suspense and twists you won’t see coming. I thought the book was written well however, I felt like there were things thrown in that weren’t needed like the author had to meet a word count. The book was fairly long so I know that can’t be the case. I did enjoy reading this book and I’m sure you will too. Please be sure to read the books in order.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Kaitlynn Taylor

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Rage

Rage by Linda Burson is the first book in The Marcy Series and it’s certainly one interesting read. There is never a dull moment as its action packed with murder, love, new connections, and new understandings. This book was nothing like I was expecting, there was so much more to it than what I had originally thought. I will admit I found it hard to get into in the beginning as it was a bit confusing and I found the interactions between the characters to be really formal and not as real but as I continued to read I became more and more invested.

There were lots of twists and turns that kept me on my toes, I was constantly trying to predict the outcome, yet time and time again I was wrong and left with so many questions. Marcy was certainly a complex character, she’s angry, aggressive, troubled, and sometimes clueless. Her character really developed throughout this story, and while I didn’t agree with most of her actions she was a fun character to read about.

I am looking forward to reading the rest of the series so I can see the story through to the end and to get answers to all my questions.

Confusion

Confusion by Linda Burson is book two in her Marcy series, it’s intense, action filled and very intriguing. I would strongly suggest reading this series in order as they cannot be read as standalones. Confusion takes off right where Rage, book one, left off.

I found that this storyline flowed better in comparison to the first. The conversations between the characters were less formal and more natural and there seemed to be more detail in the story.

I still wasn’t able to connect with Marcy as her actions were all over the place and she always jumped into life changing situations with no real thought. Constantly caught between Brad and Liam that she’s stuck living a double life, one that seems a bit unrealistic which made it hard to really connect with her.

With that being said I still want to see where and what Marcy will do next. I will be continuing the series with Book three, Agony and Ecstasy.

Agony & Ecstasy

This is the third book in the Marcy Series, a series that should be read in order as each new book follows the last. I have enjoyed reading along with Marcy’s journey. Though she can be a frustrating character at times I did enjoy her character development. I felt really invested in her story and I’m really happy with how it all played out!!

Just like the first two books this one is action packed, filled with all kinds of drama, emotions, romance, etc. It really is a well-rounded book, one that I was able to read in one sitting!

I look forward to reading more from this author in the future!

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Angela Hayes

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

 

The Marcy Series Boxset by Linda Burson contains the first three books in the Marcy Series, and is a fantastic introduction to a great series.
The Boxset contains:

RAGE
4 Stars

Rage is the first instalment of The Marcy series by Linda Burson. After reading The Colors of My Life, I knew I would be reading more of Ms. Burson’s work- so when I saw this I just had to read it.
This book is nothing like I expected. It has so much going on in it, I was trying to figure out where the author was taking the story, but then she would throw in a twist and had me guessing all over again.
Life was going really well for Marcy- right up until the nightmares begin to erode the life she had built for herself. These nightmares are so intense and horrible, that they interfere with her sleep, make her anxious, unpredictable, and impacts on her day to day life. Her lack of sleep gets to a critical point, when her fiancé demands that she do something about it, get some help- or he was leaving her. This pushes Marcy right to the edge, where rage consumes every molecule of her being. Then one night, Marcy happens to be at a gas station on the way home when a gunman tries robbing the store and her. All her rage erupts, and she ends up taking the gunman down.
This brings her to the attention of Liam, who has an agenda of his own, and thinks Marcy would be perfect to help him in his quest. This sets them both on a path that neither expected.
Another great story from Ms. Burson. This romantic suspense is well written with action, drama, some mystery and excitement. I’m looking forward to the next book!

CONFUSION
4 Stars

Confusion is the second book in The Marcy Series by Linda Burson. This book has intrigue, suspense, drama, dilemmas- as well as a love triangle. This story is distinct from the first book, but does have threads from the first story that continue on into this book. So, I would highly recommend reading the first book, Rage, before starting on this one. You will appreciate the story all the more, for having read the books in the correct sequence.
Marcy wants nothing more than to move on with her life, leaving all the tragic details of her life behind her and find a way to heal. But as we have come to learn, things are never quite that easy for Marcy. We discover that there is more to her story, secrets to uncover and dilemmas to work through- to be able to piece everything together. Brad and Liam both have their own issues to contend with as well, which adds some more depth and complexity to the whole story.
It has a fast pace, with a few twists and turn that will give you plenty to think about. Another fantastic addition to this interesting series. I am diving right into the next book to see what the author has in store for the characters, and us!

AGONY AND ECSTASY
5 Stars

Agony and Ecstasy is the intriguing third book in the Marcy Series by Linda Burson. The story continues from book two, so I would recommend reading the first two books before beginning this one. The more this story evolves, the more I am realising how well thought out the entire bridging storyline is. Ms. Burson has infused her story with a lot of suspense, drama, dilemmas, emotion, humour, complex characters in complicated relationships and interactions, and quite a few surprises/surprising developments.
Ms. Burson really writes well, pulling you into the story and keeping you hooked right through to the end. I laughed, cried and got lost in this fabulous story. For me, that is the sign of a skilled writer. I have really enjoyed this series so far, but this is definitely my favourite to date.
The story has a great pace and is easy to read, it evolves beautifully and unexpectedly the further into the story/series I go. The characters have also developed and evolved along with the storyline. They tell an intriguing and very believable tale that I can’t wait to continue in the next book. Marcy, Brad and Liam have been through a lot and in this story, they continue to deal with nightmares, therapy sessions, making major decisions, dealing with shocking revelations, and more.

All this awaits in this awesome Boxset! The rest of the series awaits- bring on the next book/s!

Thank you, Ms. Burson!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda J. Burson – Review by Jenni Bishop

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Marcy Series Box Set: Books 1-3 by Linda J Burson is three books of romance stories with a bit of danger, and suspense, twists and turns. Now they are all in one spot and waiting to be read one straight after the other one.

Book 1 Rage is the first book in the Marcy series and there is a whole lot going on in this story, twist and turns at every step of the way. Just when you thought you knew what was happening BAM you were thrown for a loop. This is a romantic thriller full of action and drama, suspense and a whole lot of mystery and murder. Marcy is plagued by horrible nightmares and rage, and she doesn’t know why. Realising things are not as they seem Marcy knows she needs help. But when that helps comes Marcy finds herself in a fight for her own sanity and a path that she never expected.

Book 2 Confusion is the second book and just like the first book here is a whole lot going on. This book will certainly keep you on your toes and on a rollercoaster ride where you don’t know which way is up or down. Confusion is an apt title. This book is a psychological twister that has it all from action and romance, murder and mystery, and lots of dramas and dilemmas. Your emotions will be all over the place, fear and anger, love and angst, hate and happiness. Marcy is trying to face her nightmares and little by little they are coming back but could there be a more that could be behind everything? Could things get much worse than they already are? Will she be able to move on from her past? Will she finally be able to move on in her life?

Book 3 Agony And Ecstasy is the third book and continues on where the second book ended. This book is the culmination of everything coming to a head. Freedom is scary, revenge is ripe and sweet, devastation takes its toll and finally nightmares are finally revealed in full. Love is lost, happiness turns into heartbreak. Agony finds happiness and a broken heart may mend. This story has many, many, many highs and lows and lots of confusion, tears and sorrow, but there is also laughter and surprises. It is a story of three peoples hopes and dreams and unimaginable love. It is also a story about dealing with a past that would destroy even the strongest of us and dealing with the complications of that past to try and find a way to the future.

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THE MARCY SERIES BOXSET: BOOKS 1-3 by Linda Burson

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Genre – Romantic suspense, Contemporary, Women’s Fiction
Page Count – 956 pages
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MARCY SERIES in a 3-Book Kindle set.
Start at the beginning with RAGE. Get to know Marcy, Brad, and Liam. Join Marcy in finding out why she has anger issues.
Next, continue with the second book, CONFUSION. See how Marcy tries to navigate her conflicted emotions. Get to know more about her, Brad, and Liam and their friends.
When you begin the third book, emotions run deep and decisions are made but more surprises await as AGONY AND ECSTASY takes you on a path with twists and turns.

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Linda Burson, a native of Pennsylvania, but long time Connecticut resident, has been writing ever since she was given a writing assignment in school, at the age of eight. Later, as a teenager, she started out writing memoirs and attempted several nonfiction pieces.

After attending college, she worked in positions where she edited papers for others. She spent time pursuing other interests, and traveling. Much of Linda’s free time was spent reading mysteries, romance, and women’s contemporary novels.

After several attempts at writing nonfiction, but having life get in the way, she put her passion on hold again. She gave up writing to focus on raising her daughters, being a wife, running her own custom computerized embroidery business and taking care of her dog, a Lhasa Apso named Nathan.

After a serious bout of breast cancer, Linda eventually closed down her business after almost fifteen years. She decided it was time to attempt writing again. This time, however, with nothing to distract her, she decided on tackling fiction, a contemporary, commercial romance with a dark edge.

In January, 2013, she sat down with her laptop and started writing the first chapter. After a few more chapters, she began keeping notes about the details of her characters so she wouldn’t forget the important characteristics. The writing continued, and never stopped. Before she was aware of it, her idea of a single book turned into a trilogy, which turned into a much longer series called the MARCY SERIES. There are a total of 13 books in the series.

When asked about inspiration, Linda has this to say: “Nobody really inspired me to write, but I do remember my mother and father always saying ‘anything you put your mind to you can accomplish. Don’t ever let anyone tell you, you can’t do something.’ Having the support and encouragement of my family is also important.”

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Michelle Austin

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends was a great 5 star read. This was my first read from Linda Burson and I was pulled right in. This read has so much going on, it’s a great suspense thriller. I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see what was coming next.

Camille is an investigator and is needing an overdue break from work, she ends up going to her brothers house in Connecticut. While visiting her brother a woman goes missing and she can’t help but offer assistance to her brother since he and his partner are on the case. So much for the break she was looking forward to.

Will she be able to help them solve the case? What will happen when she gets involved with the family?

Overall this was a great, thrilling read. The secondary characters were great, they added a lot to the story. Camille was a very strong character who was determined to solve the crime. I really liked the relationship that she had with her brother, I did have a couple of LOL moments with them. I really enjoyed the writing style and detail that was in this story. I look forward to reading more from this author. 1-click and get started on this great read.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Shannon Fowler

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What an interesting read. What an adventure. So many characters to watch and wonder about. Murder and mystery, stalking and even some love thrown in. Oh, and don’t forget about the twist that blind sides you at the end!!!

Cammy and Grant are super sweet together. Zach and Leah are the ultimate brother and sister in law. The kids are angels, simply children.

Linda Burson is known to me from her Marcy series. While, this book has nothing to do with that series, the writing style keeps you turning the pages. The storyline keeps you guessing for sure.

This is another recommended story by Burson. I wonder what she’s working on now…

Reviewed by @shannonlovesbooks

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Chantelle Smith

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends is a genre of book that I wouldn’t normally pick up and read, let alone enjoy and get completely captivated and entranced by it. This read was full of suspense from the get-go, had lots of mystery and had you on the edge of your seat throughout, it takes you on a completed rollercoaster ride from start till finish.

This author has created some original, captivating, raw & real characters and a storyline that is gripping and totally intriguing. Giving too much away of this book will totally take all the suspense and incredible plot – it is a book that needs to be experienced by all. I highly recommend this read, I can’t wait to see what else this author brings.

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Heather Lovelace

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This riveting suspense had me hooked on page one. I’ve read several of Burson’s books and I believe this is probably my favorite to date. Engaging dialogue, richly developed characters, mystery… this book truly has it all. Hold on tight – what a ride! And worth every minute spent…enjoy!

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Julie Lounello

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson is a five star novel. This is my first book by this author and I loved every minute of it. I could not put this book down. There are so many twists and turns in this novel, you will be on the edge of your seat waiting for the next big thing to happen. When Camille finally decides she has had enough of life and needs a break, she goes to her brother’s house in Connecticut to get some rest and some family time. When a woman goes missing, she knows as a private investigator that she cannot let this lie. She takes her own investigative skills and uses them to figure out what happened. Asher brother is also investigating as a police officer, it can get a little hairy. Read this book to find out more about Camille’s journey!

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Maura Harper

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book!!!

At times it was so detailed that I was rolling my eyes everytime someone’s name was mentioned over and over again. Just when I started to think the book didn’t have that spark I thought it would BAMMO the story takes on a life of its own.

This story is full of suspense and intrigue, red herrings and nosey neighbors. It is detailed and direct. At times it was jaw dropping and I am so glad I stuck with it.

Definitely a story i recommend

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Murder Among Friends by Linda J. Burson – Review by Karyn Taylor

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Murder Among Friends by Linda Burson is a murder, mystery that will keep you gripped from beginning to end. This is not the first book that I have read by this author but it’s definitely my favourite of hers so far.
When Camille (Cammy) Thurston takes a break from working at a PI firm to get spend some much needed rest and relaxation time, living with her police officer brother and his family for a couple of months, little did she know that she would get dragged into a case that he and his partner are working on and that she’d be closely involved with the family of the missing woman.
As is the norm, all eyes fall to the missing woman’s husband Grant, a local attorney but Cammy is convinced that Grant is innocent and gets close to him to gain as much info as possible on him and his neighbours who were friends of his missing wife.
I kinda struggled with the writing style while reading this book but I loved the story and was gripped throughout, desperate to know what happened to missing woman Paula, who was involved, and why?
I have to say that just as you think you know which way the story is going, Burson throws you and takes the story in a different direction that you just did not see coming. Believe me you will never imagine how this story pans out. Read it and find out. It’s worth the read.

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