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Summary: A perfect indulgence!
Review: I first encountered Debbie Macomber books after seeing an interview on KREM2 in Spokane, WA for her book "16 Lighthouse Road" since I LOVE anything to do with lighthouses I knew I had to check the book out. I was hooked!! I then read "One Night" and knew that I was now a die hard fan! Dakota Born was my third book and I know that tomorrow I'm going to go get the second book in the trilogy. This story was full of surprising twists and turns as Lindsay tries to figure out the meaning to her life and how the past affects the present and future. There were momemnts of laughter, tears and joy as the story develops and unfolds. The author writes in a clear and concise manner but by no means jumps here and there as some books do. It was wonderful to have the story read from several characters but yet there is a focus on a main character. The story is full of richness in wording and plot. I also appreciate the fact that the book isn't sexually explicit either. The beautiful side of romantic love comes out in these books in addition to the deep abiding friendship the characters develop. The author also delves into the fact that people have disagreements and actually work on ironing out the issues and moving on. I find that when I want to take time to myself and indulge in a good book it will be a story by Debbie Macomber!!
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Summary: Looking forward to this trilogy...
Review: I liked both of the main characters in this book. Lindsay takes her life in her hands and moves to a small town, and I appreciate that kind of gumption. Gage obviously cares about the town, his family, and the land. I thought that he would be boring (small-town farmers aren't an automatic turn-on for me), but I was wrong. He actually is very conflicted about his responsibility to his family and his need to find love. Although I liked Lindsay and Gage (they made me want to move to a town like Buffalo Valley!), I still didn't feel any sparks. Their love sortof blossomed, they had a small stumbling block, then it turns out OK. There didn't seem to be any huge conflicts, and that's what I usually like about Romance books (just my own personal taste). Maybe this one was just a little to real-life like for me.I also enjoyed following the other love stories that develop throughout the book (a widow and the rich guy in town, a married couple having trouble, a single mom and a younger man, and the bar owner and his girlfriend who regularly takes off for a couple months at a time). The issues these characters play out are mirrored in the main characters' relationship and I enjoyed that. These "other" love stories are both poignant and funny. At times they were more interesting than the main characters' story, and I look forward to following these stories in the next two installments of the trilogy. Overall, I enjoyed reading the book and am looking forward to the next installment in the trilogy - Dakota Home. I'm guessing that it's about Maddy (the soon to be ex-social worker) and Jeb McKenna (the recluse who lost a leg). There should definitely be some sparks there!
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Summary: Just loved this town
Review: I loved this town and the people, i have read the first two and am waiting the arrival of my 3rd, wish they could go on and on....way to go debbie!!!!!`
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Summary: Dakota Born
Review: I received Ms. Macomer's latest book "Dakota Born" in the mail yesterday and finished reading it this morning. I thoughly enjoyed it. Having spent most of my life in a small town I can relate to this story. The characters of Lindsay, Gage, Brandon, Joanie, Rachael, Heath, Buffalo Bob, Merrily, and Hattie are all appealing and well developed. Their lives all entwine with each other for a very entertaining story. I was especially glad to see Lindsey and Gage finally get together and Gage's half brother Kevin get to live his dream. Was disappointed that the problems Brandon and Joanie are having did not get resolved in this book. Also, the storylines of Rachael and Heath, Sarah and Dennis, Buffalo Bob and Merrily left me wondering. Hopefully there will be more of their storylines in "Dakota Home". Cannot wait until September 2000 to see what happens in Buffalo Valley. Great book which I couldn't put down - ENJOY....
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Summary: Dakota Born
Review: I received Ms. Macomer's latest book "Dakota Born" in the mail yesterday and finished reading it this morning. I thoughly enjoyed it. Having spent most of my life in a small town I can relate to this story. The characters of Lindsay, Gage, Brandon, Joanie, Rachael, Heath, Buffalo Bob, Merrily, and Hattie are all appealing and well developed. Their lives all entwine with each other for a very entertaining story. I was especially glad to see Lindsey and Gage finally get together and Gage's half brother Kevin get to live his dream. Was disappointed that the problems Brandon and Joanie are having did not get resolved in this book. Also, the storylines of Rachael and Heath, Sarah and Dennis, Buffalo Bob and Merrily left me wondering. Hopefully there will be more of their storylines in "Dakota Home". Cannot wait until September 2000 to see what happens in Buffalo Valley. Great book which I couldn't put down - ENJOY....
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Summary: Dakota Born
Review: I was born and raised in small rural farm town North Dakota. The story line hit home really hard, like I was reliving my childhood years all over again. The book was full of emotion and displayed the hardships of farm life realistically. I greatly enjoyed the book and can't wait to read the next Dakota Home. Needless to say I am hooked on Debbie MaComber's style of writing.
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Summary: First in a triology!
Review: I've enjoyed many of Macomber's books, and this one did not disappoint. A sweet story about Lindsay Snyder who returns to a place she remembers as a child....her grandparent's home town...after her adult life doesn't go quite as she has planned. The only problem, the town is dying. But as would be expected, she brings new life to the town, and hope to a lonely farmer, Gage Sinclair. I enjoyed seeing the characters develop as the book progressed. She concluded the story of Lindsay and Gage, but left just enough "hanging" so that I waited impatiently to get DAKOTA HOME (book 2)....which in turn left me now waiting to read the third book that is due out soon! (I keep checking the bookshelves weekly!)
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Summary: More MacOmber Magic
Review: If you love Debbie MacOmber, you will love this book. The characters are true to life. In fact you feel as if some of them are your friends and neighbors. I hope she continues with these characters in other books. I recommend it highly.
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Summary: REPEAT!
Review: If you've read her Alaska or Promise, Texas stories...you've read this one. DM must be trying to squeeze this turnip dry. Same story, different characters...one less fan of it.
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Summary: Dakota Born
Review: Lindsay Snyder's is new in this dying town where her family was once rooted. But Lindsay's arrival signals a breath of life, not just for the town, but for Gage Sinclair. As the two reconstruct a mystery that connects their families, they find they've connected even more . . . they've connected their hearts. But learning to accept each other's differences might just prove too much, unless they can learn that differences are sometimes strengths, not the downfall of a relationship. This book is the beginning of a Dakota saga. It is more than just Lindsay and Gage's story, but the beginning of Buffalo Valley's story. From Buffalo Bob, the biker owner of the bar/hotel, and his on-again-off-again relationship with his Buffalo Gal, Merrily -- to Rachel, a pizza making widow and Heath, the local banker -- to divorced Sarah and younger man, Dennis -- to Joannie and Brandon, a couple who loves each other, but whose love might not be enough -- to Hassie Knight, the local pharmacist/soda fountain owner who's old style wisdom is sought by everyone -- Debbie Macomber has crafted a real community whose inhabitants will become real to you. A wonderful story of home and heart by one of my favorite authors!
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