Well, it finally happened.  In the mail today came the first hard and paperback copies of Riddle of Berlin.  My first fiction book to be in print.  I am thrilled, of course.  It has been a labor of love.  It is like holding my babies long ago wondering what they would become in life (after counting their fingers and toes to make sure that they seemed functional). 
    I have never suffered from a lack of confidence.  Accordingly, it never occurred to me to wonder what critics would have to say about the book in print.  Of course, I hope it is received with rave reviews.  But I think I understand the process, so I must be patient and let it be.
    I was amazed to see the first review posted within hours of the book’s availability on Amazon.com, as follows:

Keeps It Moving With Extraordinary Characters, July 7, 2008
M. Yeates "Accidental Reader" 
(Dallas, Texas, USA)

First-time author Cym Lowell creates a page-turner with extraordinary characters appearing in unexpected places. This thriller will be enjoyed by those who love reading about: Paris, international action, family members sacrificing themselves for each other, the redemption of those who have given up on life, and contentment arriving unexpectedly. That’s something for almost everyone. I look forward to his next effort.

    Well, we shall see.  It will be exciting.  I look forward to as much feedback as possible, through this blog, on Amazon.com, or otherwise.
    I am finishing the next thriller, entitled Harvest of Gold, the cover for which will appear in the website shortly.  There is also a sequel to Riddle of Berlin in process, entitled 30,000 Camels.
    Warms, Cym