Chances

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Summary: Take a Chance on "Chances"!
Review: I had read a couple of Jackie Collins' books before (loved them!) so when I saw "Chances" on sale in early January (2003), I bought it. I was half way through it when I decided I wanted to buy the rest of the books in the series to have available when I was done with Chances (of course bought them through Amazon.com). Jackie is such an awesome writer. I just finished Dangerous Kiss last night and now I'm done with all five in the series. You are kept intrigued with each book that you just want to know what happens until the end. I also love the way she incorporates past book's history into the storyline so that even if you didn't start the series by reading Chance, you would get enough information in the following books to get the gest of what went on (even though reading them all in detail is so much better).

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Summary: Take a Chance on "Chances"!
Review: I had read a couple of Jackie Collins' books before (loved them!) so when I saw "Chances" on sale in early January (2003), I bought it. I was half way through it when I decided I wanted to buy the rest of the books in the series to have available when I was done with Chances (of course bought them through Amazon.com). Jackie is such an awesome writer. I just finished Dangerous Kiss last night and now I'm done with all five in the series. You are kept intrigued with each book that you just want to know what happens until the end. I also love the way she incorporates past book's history into the storyline so that even if you didn't start the series by reading Chance, you would get enough information in the following books to get the gest of what went on (even though reading them all in detail is so much better).

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Summary: i've seen better
Review: i have read most of jackie collins books and i was a little dissapointed by this one. although the characters are interesting and mind boggling...it lacks conviction. there seems to be a void in the reality of i t all. but, as far as trashy romance novels go, this one surely beats out its' many contenders.

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Summary: Jackie IS AMAZING!
Review: I have read this book again for the third time. I just can't get enough of "Chances"! I read it when I was 16, 20 and 24. I know I'm reading it yet again when I'm 28! Gina, Carrie, Lucky & Mario are characters that I want remember!

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Summary: pure Jackie Collins
Review: I have to admit that it took me a while to get into the book. It, however, became really good when Gino had his heart broken by Leonora. He had his heart set on marrying her. Anyway, "Chances" has the elements of a great Jackie Collins novel. It is so campy and I love it!

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Summary: Mafia Story for Women
Review: I love this novel. I have read it several times and turned some of my friends onto Jackie Collins with this book. The characters are wonderful. Gino is every woman's dream and Lucky is who every woman wants to be. You will have a hard time putting this book down!

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Summary: Jackie Collins' BEST book ever
Review: I recently read this book again;having first read it about 20 years ago when it first came out. What great,cheap trash this is! Once you get started the pages keep on turning and you lose track of time. Of all her books; this is her best and my favorite.

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Summary: A 10 Star Read...
Review: I remember as a young girl growing up, my mother used to read Jackie Collins' books. I used to sneak them to my room and try to read them, but I would never get past the 1st chapter because she would always catch me and snatch it away, saying I wasn't "old enough" to read books like this... Boy was mom right! At age 10 I would NEVER be able to appreciate "books like this".
CHANCES by Jackie Collins is one word -UNPARALLED. Never before have I read a novel so gripping and full of emotion... it is to the point where someone tomorrow can ask me "what is your favorite book?"... and instead of my answer being "too many to name"... I will respond "Chances".

Meet Gino Santangelo - mob boss, father, business man, player, friend...he is all of these things and more. Gino had a very tough life growing up. His mother left him and his father when he was just a young boy and his father lashed out by turning into an abusive monster. He went from home to home, where he toughened up, got smart and vowed to never be like his dad. Collins' takes us through his entire life, never missing a beat. We watch him grow, and become one of the most successful casino and hotel owners. But then an unfortunate event takes place banning Gino from America. Who will take his place? In comes Lucky his stunning daughter, who is a carbon-copy of her father in every way imaginable. She is determined to be bigger and better then her old man.

In this book we are also introduced to Carrie, a woman who was forced into prostitution at the tender age of 12, paving the way for the unfortunate circumstances she had to suffer through.
Both Carrie and Gino's stories ones to always remember. Compelling, and out of this world, CHANCES is really a 10 star book. I will definitely be picking up the 2nd book in the Santangelo saga.

Bravo Ms. Collins!!


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Summary: An awesome Suspense filled book.....
Review: I thought that this was the best book I've ever read....The characters, and the story just blew me away...I like watching soaps on tv, but this was even better, good job Jackie, keep em' coming

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Summary: Fabulous intro to Jackie Collins!
Review: I've wondered for a long time just what the hubbub was surrounding Jackie Collins' books. I finally decided to investigate for myself, and since I enjoy reading fiction that involves the Mafia, I settled upon _Chances_, the first book in the Santangelo family saga. Wow! What a read! Suspense, steamy sex, violence, intrigue... it's all there. I found myself with a giant crush on the tough Gino Santangelo, and I came to admire his headstrong daughter, Lucky. Collins creates quite a memorable cast of characters in this novel. Some reviewers have noted that the story seemed "dated," as this book was published in 1975, but I thought this was an unfair criticism. Afterall, all the great works of literature are "dated." Not that I'm equating this book with great literature, but I thought this made the book even more appealing... giving the reader (who, like me, might have been very young in the 70's) a glimpse into that era. If you're a fan of Mafia-esque novels, and you're looking for a book that will immediately draw you in and carry you away, this is one I would recommend. I could hardly put it down! Now, I'm getting started on the sequel because I just don't want the journey to end!