I must tell you that I am at the age where I don't want to start a book and not finish it because I don't like it for some reason. I just finished The Advocate, your a great story teller. I have narrowed my list of authors to the following four- John Grisham, Larry McMurtry, Michael Crichton, Michael Connelly, but now after enjoying your writting style I am including you (the first female) to my list. I am also looking forward to your next novel. When can we expect the next release? The Advocate was a gift from my daughter who met you at a book signing in Palm Desert. A new fan John R.
May 2010,
Without sounding like a cliche, I couldn't put it down. The story was fast paced and beautifully written in such a manor that before I knew it I was done. Sabre was a hero, without ever taking site off of the true victims. A wonderful piece of writing. I am recommending it highly to all my family and friends. Thanks for the the incredible read and can't wait for the follow-up!--Louise, Commerce City, Colorado
April 2010,
My Husband and I met you the Long Beach B&N a month ago. I just got around to reading The Advocate and loved it. I wasn't sure I would at first as I've had a hard time reading books that don't hold my interest. But this one, I actually stayed up to 3 AM to finish. Haven't done that in a very long time, not even a Michael Connelly book.
I loved the characters, the story, the delicate moments and the fast paced ones too. It was unpredictable. I really enjoyed the intertwining of people investigating and helping one another out across state lines.
I'm looking forward to your second in the series...No rush though, as another great book will be worth the wait.--Melissa
March 2010,
I had the pleasure of meeting you before Christmas at the Barnes & Noble bookstore in Long Beach Towne Center. I had my 8 year old son with me and you asked him about Diary of a Whimpy Kid. I purchased a copy of your book and told you I was going to wrap it and put it under the tree for my own Christmas gift...what a gift it was...I LOVED IT!!!!!! Thank you so much! Now my only question is when is the next one coming out!!! Thank you for a great read!! I loved the book and couldn't put it down...now I can't wait to read your next book! I've hesitated sharing the book - because I wanted to read it again - and I don't read very many books twice!--Karen, Long Beach, CA
February 2010,
I just finished your book The Advocate and wanted to write you to let you know I can sum up the read in one word "AWESOME!" I truly enjoyed the book and can't wait to read another of your masterpieces. It really captured my thoughts and I couldn't put it down. My mother-in-law had purchased the book for me and had you sign it. I just wanted to THANK you very much. I will keep it with pride. If I am not working I am reading. I really am glad that I now have another great author to look forward to searching for. I look forward to my next Burrell novel. Thank you once again!--Colleen, Laguna Hills, Ca.
February 2010,
I met you at the Mall of Victor Valley. I finished reading "The Advocate." The ending...built you up and then let you have it. It was humorous, suspenseful, mysterious, sad, and funny at times. I loved it. Great job. I can't wait to read your next book, I'm so hooked.--Maria, Victorville, CA
January, 2010
I went to a Borders Bookstore in Riverside before Christmas to get a gift certificate. Teresa was standing next to a display of her books. It was not my intention to buy a book for me. For some reason, I just could not pass it by. What a great book! "The Advocate" is her first. If you need a really good book...can't put it down, etc. I highly recommend this one. It made me laugh, cry, and want more. What more could you ask for in a book? Oh yes, it was tastefully done.--Shiela, Riverside, CA
November, 2009
I meet you at the Barnes and Noble in Victorville, CA. Although reading is not one of my strong passions, I do like to support fellow creative people. I must say that I really enjoyed the read and found that once I started, I couldn't put it down. Very well written,and a very intriguing story. I loved it! I can't wait for your next book. Thank you.--Candace, Victorville, CA
October, 2009
I met you at the Barnes and Noble in the Long Beach Town Center a few weeks ago. I have just finished reading your novel The Advocate and I wanted to tell you how much I enjoyed it. It was an absolute pleasure to read from start to finish! I didn't want it to end! It was great!!! I look forward to another book with S.O.B. in it, hopefully soon!--Loren, Long Beach, CA
Well. . . I just finished The Advocate. My heart is still pounding. The book was fabulous. I tend to be a lazy reader, though I love the legal stuff. By the time I read through Chapter 7, I couldn't put the book down. I came home from work today, picked up the book, and only now just finished reading it, a solid 6.5 hours of nonstop reading. When will you be writing another book? I look forward to reading the next one.--Susan, Long Beach, CA
Teresa, I got my copy of the Advocate from the BN in Palmdale, CA and you autographed it for me. I have to say I was really surprised at how wonderful the book is!! I am an avid reader and the book was very well written and kept me reading every spare second. Amazing Book! I am looking forward to the next one!--Christy, Palmdale, CA
September, 2009
I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoyed your book, The Advocate. It was so good. I read almost the entire book on a flight from Chicago to Vegas. The next day I went straight to the pool and told my husband he had to leave me alone until I finished the book. You are an excellent writer and I can't wait to read your next novel. I love legal thrillers and the character Sabre was awesome. I hope you continue to write about her.--Sue, Chicago, IL
Decatur Book Festival, September, 2009
I very much enjoyed "The Advocate" which I purchased at the Decatur book festival. I am an avid murder/legal mystery series reader (prefer by women with women protagonists) and was drawn into your book at page 2! Please write more!!! And keep me posted on when to expect the next book. Thank you for the wonderfully enjoyable read!--Silvia, from Georgia
A Southern California Reader July, 2009
I read and thoroughly enjoyed "The Advocate". It was fast paced, and intriguing enough to grab my attention right from the first page, and had me completely involved straight to the end. I found myself reading straight through till morning so I could figure out "who done it". It was well written and gave me a small window into what it must be like to work within the Juvenile Court System.--Diana, Ridgecrest, CA
Another Printer's Row Reader, Chicago, June 2009 It was great meeting you at Printer’s Row Book Fair in June. I got my copy of “The Advocate” and enjoyed it immensely! SOB is a great character and I LOVE Bob. The story line was engrossing – I literally read the book in a day and a half! I had to see what happened and who the villain was.--Teri, Chicago A reader from the Printer's Row Book Festival in Chicago, June 2009:
I bought the 2nd to the last copy (3rd to the last if you count the display copy) at the Printer's Row Book Fair today. I just finished "The Advocate" and thoroughly enjoy the book. Other than stopping to eat, I could not put it down. The characters enveloped me and I was eagerly figuring out how the rest of the book would unfold. In fact, after the first 50 pages, I pretty much had it figured out. But alas, I was mostly wrong. Thanks for an enjoyable afternoon.
What an interesting group of characters! One of these days S.O.B. will be as famous as Alex Delaware. I'm looking forward to your next book.--Roger
A reader from my first "Meet & Greet" at the Riverside Home Show, May 2009:
I really enjoyed it. The character development is terrific, especially the construction that gradually introduced the supporting cast. The pacing was also great - building to several twists that were unexpected. I will sign off now with a wish for more about Sabre. You have too many interesting characters and the Juvenile system itself that beg for further adventures. --Karen
From another Los Angeles Times Festival of Books' reader:
My wife liked it very much and I agree wholeheartedly with her opinion. Your knowledge of the minutiae of legal processes is readily apparent and you thread that knowledge skillfully into the story; so much so that it is completely seamless and unobtrusive. All in all, a great legal yarn. Is there another SOB in the offing? Let me know. I LOVE to read intelligent stuff. --Ralph
Comments from the first "stranger" to buy and read my book, purchased at the Los Angeles Times Book Festival, April 2009.
I finished reading your first novel, "The Advocate" last night and I really enjoyed it. Shortly after it started, it turned into a real page turner, and I wanted to keep reading to find out how it would end. Can't wait for your next book to come out, so I can find out what happens with Sabre the next time. --Charlie
Teresa M. Burrell, author of The Advocate, copyright 2006
