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Summary: Another Winner!
Review: Jayne Ann Krentz has done it yet again with Eye of the Beholder. The only thing that runs deeper than the mystery and intrigue is the passion and strong attraction of the hero and heroine. Twelve years ago J.L. Trask's father died in a mysterious car crash while trying to build a resort in Avalon, AZ. Trask is convinced his father was murdered. It has taken 12 years of perseverance and empire building but now, a hotel and resort mogul in his own right, Trask is returning for the realization of his father's dream. That Trask will likely stir up the past is not lost on the locals. Alexa Chambers is the step-daughter of one of the men Trask first accused all those years ago. Once prominent in her field, antiquities expert of the early 20th century Art Deco period Alexa is now professionally disgraced. Alexa now runs a tacky tourist shop (don't tell her its tacky) filled with miniature gargoyles, coats of armour and renditions of old maps. Alexa is determined to protect the man who did his best to fill the shoes of her late father. Trask is determined to find the truth. Neither is able to resist the other. However, the world outside the fantasy intervenes. Alexa and Trask face the unknown menace together. All of this is set in a romantic locale in Arizona complete with red rocks, hidden springs and a new age guru. Everything is not quite as it seems and the truth may depend on your point of view. Pick up this book, ignore the doorbell, turn off the phone and enjoy!
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Summary: How exactly can Harriet know
Review: all about this book since it isn't available until May?Harriet's appears frequently for online reviews before the book is available and the reviews are ALWAYS 5 starts. Is she a friend of the author(s), a paid reviewer, or what?
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Summary: Warm romance with amateur sleuth elements
Review: When John Laird Trask thinks of his hometown of Avalon, Arizona, his thoughts are filled with hatred and animosity. The hotel builder knows that a resident of the town killed his father, making it seem as if the man died in an automobile accident. In spite of his averse feelings, Johns company, Avalon Resorts, constructs a hotel in Avalon. Still, he plans to attend the opening ceremony and investigate what truly happened to his father even if it means stepping on the toes of the townsfolk. Alexis Chambers has been decorating the hotel, hoping that her work leads to her regaining her lost reputation destroyed by an art scandal. When John arrives, he pleads with her to assist him on his quest for the truth. Though she knows he considers her stepfather to be one of his fathers killers, she agrees to help him with his inquires. As they seek the facts behind his fathers death, they fall in love, but a killer lurks in the shadows, planning to add the two of them to the growing count of murders. In the eye of the romance reader, Jayne Ann Krentz remains one of the great authors of the decade. Her latest romantic intrigue, EYE OF THE BEHOLDER, will validate the audiences faith that this wonderful writer always provides an entertaining story. Sub-genre fans and readers of amateur sleuth tales will relish the exciting story line. The lead protagonists are a warm, intrepid duo and the support cast augments the plot with the typical Krentz trademark of unconventional but affable individuals. Ms. Krentz appears to be headed back to her normal spot on the New York Times best seller list. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Eye of the Beholder
Review: Trask and Alexa have good chemistry. The Eye of the Beholder is a funny, fast-paced mystery/romance. It's just different enough from other Jayne Ann Krentz works to keep the reader guessing and interested. It's one of a few Jayne Ann Krentz novels that doesn't take place in Seattle. I liked the ending showdown between the murderer and the romantic couple. One question though: Why does a woman with a trust fund large enough to ask for a prenup drive a Camry? Was her Mercedes in the shop?
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Summary: Being led around in circles
Review: I felt that the crimes and mystery overshadowed the romance. There was not much character and romance development. I felt being led around in circles by the way the mystery unfolded, the author wrote to lead us to suspect somebody and then gave new facts to implicate another person. Not impressed with the plot and the characters.
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Summary: I wouldn't read it twice, though
Review: Dull. Predictable. Disappointing. What a letdown from Ms. Krentz' usual work!
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Summary: Beauty is in the eye of the beholder...
Review: This is the second book I read by JAK, and I was a little cautious of it. All those nasty reviews on Amazon, I thought. Let me tell you I was happily surprised... Alexa Chambers has thought of JL Trask for twelve years, reliving the night he came and threatened her stepfather Lloyd. He did more then threaten Lloyd though, he acused him of the murder of his father. When Trask left, Lloyd was confident that the young man would never return, but Alexa knew better. She knew he would be back. And now, twelve years later, a new resort is opening in Avalon, Arizona, and it's owner is Trask. Planing on coming to the opening ofhis hotel, Trask is secretly planing to unearth the mystery behind his father's death which was labled as an acident. Alexa is conected to the resort, but no one knows about it. Years before, she was connected to an art scam and it ruined her reputation as an honest art consultant. Now, she is planning to break out into the art world again by putting together a museum worthy collection of art deco for the lobby of Trask's hotel. She is secretly consulting the man Trask hired for the job so the collection is really hers. The two meet on the night of the opening, and sparks fly. Trask proposes a deal with Alexa. She will be seen with him to make people talk and in turn, Alexa will be informed of his investigations. But, the kooky local metaphysical resort seems to have something wrong that is stirring the waters. And, people are dying, and they are identical to Trask's father's death. Will Alexa and Trask be the next victims? Can they find out who the murderer is before it's too late? And, will their love survive? _Eye of the Beholder_ is a fabulous romance/suspense that kept me wanting more. The tale was unique and fast paced with colorful characters and enough quirks to make it interesting. Alexa was the classic Krentz heroine: not completely beautiful, smart, fiesty, and has enough mettle to be able to take anything. Trask was also very Krentz: tall, handsome, brooding, and with a dark past. Together, the two fit and go together like peanut butter and jelly. The dialogue was witty and humorus and a treat to read. I was not dissapointed by this latest JAK offering, and I would suggest it to anyone who is looking for a fast paced, high quality, witty, romance that is heavy on the suspense. Enjoy!
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Summary: I was okay but I have read better
Review: I believe Ms.Krentz has forgotten the meaning of the word variety. This book is boring. Don't waste your money her Plots are the same in just about all her books. If you have read one of her books you have read them all the only things that seem to change are the names.
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Summary: Dullsville...
Review: I have read quite a few of JAK's books and have liked them. Don't waste your time on this loser. Character development was weak, and there was way, way too much scenic description. I felt that she had nothing to say, so she just kept on about the scenery, the art works, the bracelets everyone wore. Snore..... Really had to struggle my way thru this one even to finish it. Better luck next time Jayne.
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Summary: FIRST AND DEFINITELY NOT LAST
Review: This was my first Jayne Krentz book and I could not have been more thrilled with it. Her characters were captivating from the get go and the plot was as twisted as any I have read before. The killer is not revealed until the very end and I was up all night trying to GUESS WHO? I would have to say that I have become a JAK fan. I love romantic suspense and she gave it to me in full force in Eye of the Beholder. Great work. I can not wait for her next book.
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