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Summary: Scary fun
Review: This novel scared the stuffing out of me. It was an excellent read which evoked memories of other such houses that I've been in. In terms of plot and characterization, Midnight Bayou has lots of wonderful tension. The significant thing about this novel, IMO, is the amount one empathizes with the fictional situation and characters. One feels the hatred, the horror, the sadness, the revulsion, the longing for a parent/daughter to be better and different, and the disappointment that that person will never be. It's an ineffably sad feeling that that last evokes. The ending of Midnight Bayou didn't appeal to me cuz I'm not a believer in reincarnation (no, I'm not selling out the ending). That I don't believe in reincarnation doesn't affect the credibility of seemingly-reincarnative events which occurred in the novel. Strange things happen in life, especially with the supernatural, and what NR described is a distinct possibility. Midnight Bayou is a great read.
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Summary: Disappointed
Review: This was my first Nora Roberts. I gave it a try because the "haunted New Orleans" aspect sounded fascinating. Here are some reasons I'm sorry I picked it up:1. Rape scene: The story begins with a rape scene. I don't want rape scenes in romance novels, even when they aren't committed by the hero. With romance like this, who needs real life?? 2. Language. Bad language doesn't phase me, but I'm not looking for it in a romance novel. 3. Strip club. The hero and his buddy spend an evening hitting the strip clubs. Major turn off. Give me a man who is too mature, and has too much integrity, to treat women like sex toys. (Yes, there are plenty of men like that.) And give me a woman with too much backbone to take it. I won't even get into the "Prince Charming marries the maid" aspect of the 1900 romance. On the plus side, there is a brave attempt at gender bending in the reincarnation aspect. However, for me it interfered with the romantic mood. It's back to British Chick Lit for me.
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Summary: fast, clever, compelling read
Review: My only regret in reading this book is that I've never picked up a Nora Roberts before this one. That is going to change! This is not an earth shattering, life altering book by any measure. But if you are looking for a quick, escapist type read that encompasses great characters, the backdrop of mysterious New Orleans, a love story that parallels a love story of over 100 years ago, and a ghost story, then this is your book. I could not put this one down. The main character, Declan, and his love interest Lena were two of the greatest, most intelligent characters I've read in this type of book for a while. Their relationship is great to watch as it develops, and both of them have a sense of humor that will give you some laughs along the way. If you want a fun, quick, easy but compelling read pick this one up. It will not disappoint. I will be getting some more of Ms. Roberts books ASAP! I was sorry to see this one end, but all the same, it was a satisfying ending.
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Summary: Just finished after 5 hours of non-stop reading...
Review: Although this story was very captivating and held my attention quite well, it is, in my opinion, not one of Nora's best books. And let me tell you, I'm a huge fan of hers. She is a brilliant romance novelist. This story revolves around Declan Fitzgerald and Angelina Simone - two beautiful people who develop a strong attraction for each other, and then later find out it has a lot to do with their reincarnation. The whole book centers around Manet Hall and Declan's restoration of it. It made me want to go to my local hardware store and at least redo my living room. But unfortunately, I don't have Declan's abyssal bank account. I always do this when I read books - especially ones like this. I think of celebrities as the characters. Like Declan was the guy from "Mysterious Ways" because his name was Declan, too. Angelina (or Lena) was Fran Drescher. I don't know why, but she was. Effie was Phoebe from "Friends" and Remy was a little unclear, but I pictured him as short and chubby even though Nora didn't say that at all. I would have given this book 5 stars, but the ending of the book got very confusing with all the reincarnation stuff - I didn't know who was talking to who and it just lost me. Nevertheless, it was a good read.
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Summary: Out in left field.
Review: This book was disappointing but I guess that's redundant once you look at the star rating. Perhaps it was the worn out story line, good twin/bad twin evil mother or the patronizing and cliche' lines spouted by Declan regarding child birth and rape,(these scenes were almost offensive as he "comes back" and can now instantly identify with the pain and degradation). Declan's angst is annoying. Or maybe it was the lack of plot or sizzle between the main characters. Whatever it was this book certainly wasn't even in the ball park to Ms Robert's usual level of writing.
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Summary: A must for all Nora's fans!!!
Review: This is Roberts at her best!
Even though I've been a fan for years, this book sat on my shelf for a week - I'm not into ghost stories and only bought it because I've read almost all her books and didn't want to skip one. The moment I've started to read it, though, I couldn't let it go. The characters are amazing - living or dead! This is one of my favorites, no doubt about it. Highly recommended!!!!!!
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Summary: Disappointed
Review: I am a huge fan of Nora Roberts. I was just a little disappointed in this book. There was no real plot to the story. I kept waitng for it the story to pick up but it never did. I was left with questions. The story just ended with nothing really resolved, well. . come to think of it they was nothing really to resolve, there was no mystery at all. I come to expect a lot out of Nora's book ad this one just didn't meet my expectations.
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Summary: Pretty good characters and story
Review: While there is nothing particularly new about the basics of the story here, this is an interesting mystery/ghost story with likeable characters. I sometimes get tired of wealthy heros who don't have to worry about money and have the money and time to court prickly women who have a lot of baggage, but this may be a personal thing. I liked a lot of the supporting, minor characters in this novel a lot. (This has a kind of neat reincanation theme, for those who are interested in that!)
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Summary: Midnight Bayou Review
Review: Of all of Robert's books I have read this is my favorite! This is not one of her trilogy books, which I don't read. I chose the book due to it's subject matter, New Oreleans, a southern mansion and the bayou. It contained all the elements of a great book, great characters, romance and mystery! Although sometimes the content was a little hard to buy into, if you allow your imagination free-rein, you'll love the book! I strongly recommend it to any Roberts reader!
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Summary: WOW!!! COULD NOT PUT IT DOWN!!!
Review: I know some felt that this book was not all that great. However, I must strongly disagreee. I picked it up and could not put it down. I finished it in three nights and for a working mom of two with lots of pets to care for that is pretty close to a miracle. Also, I felt her discription of Louisiana was not all that bad. I just finished Interview with a Vampire and her discription was pretty close to Anne Rice's. Great book, great story! I highly recommend it.
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