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Summary: Pass the tissues
Review: I had to force myself to put this book down! The characters were so believeable and their actions so real. I could not help but cry at all of Torrey and Taylor's "near misses" throughout the book. A wonderful read if you want a powerful, moving romance.
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Summary: A love story for adults
Review: I have found all of this author's writings to be in entirely different styles for each novel and story. That's quite a talent. This one is nothing like any of her others. It's sort of like a great Lifetime movie (producers take note!) which may sound like an oxymoron, but don't let that deter you. It's one of those 'what might have been' reconsiderations from several years down the road. Should-have-been college sweethearts, unforseen pregnancy, the out part of the equation having no idea that the woman of her heart has also 'gone gay' (but in a most interesting and, initially, shocking, albeit highly erotic, fashion). Read the book. And if you like this one, try SX Meagher's great uber epic "I Found my Heart in San Francisco" or RMB's uberish "Alma Mater" for college age lesbian romance.
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Summary: Good to the last page!!
Review: I love this book, although at times I was frustrated by the characters behavior. I understand that these things happen.
I could not put the book down,read it in a span of hours, while
shedding some tears. I LOVED THIS BOOK and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT - EXCELLENT 5 stars plus - My favorite in my
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Summary: WOW....Friendship + Love = A terrific read!!!!
Review: L. J. Maas's formula of using the strong bond of friendship, combined with unconditional love, strength of character, yin/yang personalities, compassion, and the significance of family, creates a romantic story that stirs the heart and mind. From the beginning this book held me captive, it was difficult to put it down at bedtime...believe me when I say there were a couple of "very tired," "bloodshot eyes" mornings.
The practice of Tai-Chi and the yin/yang symbolism enhances the strength of the narrative and adds stability to the characters of Taylor, Torrey, and Jessica. I was extremely impressed by the authors sensitive and realistic treatment of "coming out", substance abuse, 12 Step Meetings, and "what it takes" to stay clean & sober. Passionate, Loving, Erotic, Hot, Sexy, Talented, Intelligent, and Warm, is the only way I can adequately describe the main characters Taylor and Torrey. Oh, and I just couldn't help adoring Taylor's mother, being frustrated by and deeply caring for Jessica, and feeling ambivalent towards Kat. When a book can take me on an emotional roller-coaster ride and leave me wanting more...then I say BRAVO to the author, and I HIGHLY recommend you read this book!!!!!!! You simply must, buy this book...read it...recommend it...and then write a review.
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Summary: WOW....Friendship + Love = A terrific read!!!!
Review: L. J. Maas's formula of using the strong bond of friendship, combined with unconditional love, strength of character, yin/yang personalities, compassion, and the significance of family, creates a romantic story that stirs the heart and mind. From the beginning this book held me captive, it was difficult to put it down at bedtime...believe me when I say there were a couple of "very tired," "bloodshot eyes" mornings.
The practice of Tai-Chi and the yin/yang symbolism enhances the strength of the narrative and adds stability to the characters of Taylor, Torrey, and Jessica. I was extremely impressed by the authors sensitive and realistic treatment of "coming out", substance abuse, 12 Step Meetings, and "what it takes" to stay clean & sober. Passionate, Loving, Erotic, Hot, Sexy, Talented, Intelligent, and Warm, is the only way I can adequately describe the main characters Taylor and Torrey. Oh, and I just couldn't help adoring Taylor's mother, being frustrated by and deeply caring for Jessica, and feeling ambivalent towards Kat. When a book can take me on an emotional roller-coaster ride and leave me wanting more...then I say BRAVO to the author, and I HIGHLY recommend you read this book!!!!!!! You simply must, buy this book...read it...recommend it...and then write a review.
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Summary: "See Spot Run" of Lesbian Romance Novels
Review: LJ Maas has created a wonderful story that was well worth the box of Kleenex it took to get through it. The characters are so real, as are the fears, that it's hard to put the book down. I loved the book with one major exception. I don't know who decided that lesbian fiction should ignore names and instead lean heavily on such worn out descriptions such as "the tall dark haired woman said," or "she kissed the short blonde." The characters have names, for gosh sakes! After wading through multiple, physically descriptive euphemisms for names on page after page, it really, for me, detracted from the story. LJ Maas, like Radclyffe, tells a great story, but this one flaw is why I'll probably never buy another book from either author. A 5 story with a 3 writing convention. Recommendation: Conditional Buy (4).
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Summary: One word: Awesome
Review: My favorite of LJ's works! This was the first story from LJ Maas that I found on the internet, and I read it at least twice in that first weekend. I was thrilled when I realized it was in print, and received my own copy - what a gift! - and it is now dog-eared and very well-loved. The characters are amazing and so easy to connect with, the writing it excellent, and this is just one of her books. The friendship that sparks between Taylor and Torrey comes right off the page. You'll find yourself smiling at their banter, tearing up at the hard times, and wanting to shake some sense into them more than once. Through flashbacks that show the development of these characters, LJ takes you along for the ride as they grow - both individually and together, and you are left feeling as though you've known them for years. It is a sign of a great author when you get to the end, close the book, and sigh with a smile. You will not be disappointed... this is the type of wonderful reading to keep you up late at night, wanting to read just one more page, and before you know it, it's two o'clock in the morning and you've finished it! So what do you do? You start over and read it again. None So Blind is worth a read or two... all right, so at least four or five.
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Summary: Awesome
Review: This is one of my favorite books. The characters are so believable and alive, and it's a treat falling in love with them as youngsters only to realize that they're both so much better when they get older. The yin-yang symbol is so perfect for them and they compliment each other so well. The story is that of two friends who need to grow up before realizing that the love they feel for each other is real and durable. It's a story that tells us that love for a child has nothing to do with biology. And most of all, it tells us that true love exists, and it does conquer everything.
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Summary: One word: Awesome
Review: This is without a doubt my favorite LJ Maas story, although Rebecca's Cove is a close second. The author deals with the reality of addiction and its affects on family. Throughout the story you can feel the deep loving bond between the two main characters, Taylor and Torrie, even if it takes them forever to figure it out. My recommendation? Buy it. Read it. Read it again. I still love the story after multiple reads. A must have lesbian romance.
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