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Summary: Fitting End to a Terrific Trilogy
Review: In this, the third installment, of Nora Roberts' latest trilogy set in the Emerald Isle, the last of the Gallagher Clan meets her match!If you like your heroines strong, independent, and feisty, you're going to love Darcy Gallagher! Determined she'd marry a man of wealth who can give her the world on a silver platter, Darcy has her hands full taming American, Trevor. For, while the sparks of attraction are definitely there, these two equally matched, strong willed individuals have determined there's to be no form of permanence between them. No demands. Trouble is, Darcy and Trev each lose their heart to the other and don't want to be the first to admit it. But without that admission and acceptance, a 300 year old curse can never be reversed and true love that has been waiting centuries can never be realized. This, as with the first two novels in this series, are pure Irish magic. Smooth as Irish whiskey, Roberts' words are a dream to read. Her characters come alive and you can just lose yourself in the magic! Don't miss this marvelously crafted novel!
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Summary: A wonderful conclusion to a wonderful series
Review: Over the past year, I have treated myself to first two part of this Nora Roberts trilogy. I had high expectations for the third and final book, and I was not disappointed. Heart of the Sea tells the story of Darcy, the last single Gallagher sibling, and Trevor Magee, a couple made for eachother. But also, the story includes the tale of Gwen and Carrick, and how they both hope to find eachother after three centuries of separation. This reunion depends upon the fate of Darcy and Trevor. This book, like the ones that preceded it, is rich with Irish flavor, noticeable in everything from the scenery to the dialogue. The friendly, homey atmosphere established in the first two books is again well maintained in the third. Of course, our friends Shawn, Brenna, Aidan, and a very pregnant Jude are around going on with their daily lives, observing the happenings between their Darcy and the Yank. A quick paced story with many acting characters keeps the readers interest, and a lovely story it is at that. After reading this book, the reader is satisfied and happy for the family they have come to know and love.
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Summary: Good Book, but. . .
Review: Heart of the Sea, is, don't get me wrong a good book, and be quite enjoyable. But it lacks the charm the first two in the trilogy had. I feel like I enjoyed Darcy, the main female character in this one, better in the other two. I'd defiantly read it if you hadn't, but it isn't one I've re-read like I did with the other two. So all in all, it's an enjoyable book, and is worth the time to read, and even to buy.
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Summary: Wonderful conclusion to trilogy..
Review: "Heart of the Sea", the conclusion to Nora Roberts' Irish Trilogy, is a great read. I have to admit, I didn't like it as much as the first two ("Jewels of the Sun" and "Tears of the Moon"), but I still enjoyed it and read it in one sitting. As with the first two, the story revolves around the Gallagher family, particularly Darcy, the youngest of the three. The first two siblings, Aidan and Shawn, have been married off respectively and have started families of their own. That leaves the vivacious and flirtacious Darcy. What Darcy doesn't know is that she is the third and final key to the tragic story of Lady Gwen and her faerie prince Carrick. Gwen and Carrick must wait 300 years for 3 loves to blossom before they are reunited in love. The two eldest Gallagher's have fulfilled the first two, will headstrong Darcy allow herself to be the third? The story also introduces us to Trevor Magee, a wealthy businessman from America who comes to Ardmore, Ireland to build a theater next to Gallagher's Pub. He has moved into the cottage on Fairy Hill, once occupied by Jude and Shawn. When he sets his sights on Darcy, he falls head over heals. Darcy herself, is also attracted to Trevor, but also to his money and power. She isn't searching for a love at first, just sex and money. But along the way she begins to feel things for Trevor that she never felt for another. Can she find it in herself to let go of material items and value the heart of a man more? Of course, you can expect Carrick and Gwen to lend their matchmaking skills on these two lovebirds. I suggest this book for those who've already read the first two. It's a wonderful conclusion to the trilogy. If you're a first time reader of Nora Roberts, I don't suggest you read this one first. Work on the other two first. Gennie Bailey-Rogers
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Summary: Conclusion to a delightful series
Review: JEWELS OF THE SUN, the first book in the "enchanting" trilogy by Nora Roberts, was the first Nora Roberts book I ever read. It hooked me on her books very quickly, and it's a great plus that she writes them fairly quickly. HEART OF THE SEA is truly enchanting, as it says on the cover. The magic is more evident in this last installment: in the first book, Gwen was only seen, in the second (TEARS OF THE MOON) she spoke to Brenna, now, finally, Gwen actually sticks around to have conversations. It was very rewarding to finally get to hear her side of the romance with Carrick. And speaking of Carrick, he is as charming and impatient as ever! I was also pleased that Roberts developed Darcy's character to be more than her materialistic traits that appeared prevalent in the pervious books. She is a caring and talented woman who is unafraid of going after what she wants, but she is vulnerable as well, which makes her more human and even more likable. Trevor is the perfect match for her. He, too, goes after what he wants with single-minded determination, which is why it's so great to watch the sparks fly between him and Darcy. The secondary characters are back in force as well. Jude and Aidan's relationship is stronger than ever, and it is wonderful to see Jude's tremendous growth in confidence since JEWELS OF THE SUN. I confess to being a little disappointed in Brenna and Shawn; I expected them to bicker and snap good-naturedly as they did before they got married, but becoming husband and wife seems to have made them a little *too* sappy -- despite this, it was still nice to visit with them again. HEART OF THE SEA and its predecessors are lighthearted and uplifting throughout, and I came away as fulfilled as I have with any book by Roberts. Any fan of Roberts will appreciate this book; first-time readers, start this series at the beginning, but by all means, read it.
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Summary: Disappointing To Say The Least.... (Sorry, Mrs R.)
Review: The first two books in this series were absolutely fantastic, but this one was boring, and didn't show Darcy in a very good light. Darcy was pretentious, superficial, and was obsessed with greed; fine clothes, nice house, that sort of thing, which had to be the best. She completely overshadowed Trevor, who should have shined here. There's no one better than Nora Roberts, this one just didn't measure up.
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Summary: A grat finale to this paranormalromamce trilogy
Review: Once upon a time, a fairy prince loved a mortal woman, but pride on both their parts kept them apart. In anger, Prince Carrick curses their relationship by forbidding them seeing one another until three couples admit what is inside their hearts. The two Gallagher brothers have done so leaving only their sister Daisy to find her true love. It galls Carrick that Darcyy seems in no rush for he has waited three long centuries to see his beloved Gwen. Trevor Magee has come to Ardmore, Ireland to build a theater attached to the Gallagher Pub. He and Darcy immediately connect, but neither believes they are capable of feeling true love. However, Trevor reconsiders after speaking with the ghosts of a beautiful woman and Carrick. Nora Roberts finishes her paranormal family saga in grandiose style with a happily-ever-after ending that will bring tears of joy to the readers. The hero and heroine are adorable as they are so busy dissecting their feelings they neglect to understand their true meanings. HEART OF THE SEA is Ms. Roberts at her delightful best with another top chartbuster. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: a nice conclusion
Review: a beautifully written book.though,what with darcy being such a bloody compulsive buyer and money lover,its hard to feel exactly empathetic towards her character.apart from it all,it was nice reading again about ardmore,carrick the faerie prince,lady gwen,the pub,and all the gallaghers.aidan and shawn are such loves,aren't they?
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Summary: Down with Steve McKnelly!!!!!!!!!!!
Review: All I can say to you, Steve McKnelly is to stay away from Nora Roberts books cause you obviously don't have the brains to realize that people read these books for the romance. Who cares if the Irish lands, culture, or whatever is embellished on or not. We, most women, read them for the romantic setting, the pretty setup to a wonderful romance. Nora Roberts is the best author I've come across yet in my thirty-five years and I'm in no hurry to find a better one. The Irish trilogy is one of the best trilogy Nora Roberts has. Along with the three sisters trilogy and Dream trilogy, it keeps you glued to what is going to happen next. Keep reading everyone. You won't regret reading this one. I promise! :-P on you Steve!
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Summary: Unsympathetic Characters
Review: This conclusion to Nora Roberts' enchanting Irish trilogy is probably the most sensual of all yet it suffers because the hero and heroine are not sympathetic until later in the book. While I enjoyed the magical atmosphere and the vibrancy of the characters, it was hard initially to be fully transported into the story because the leads were utterly selfish and calculating people. Roberts finally humanizes them, but we should have glimpsed more of their humanity from the beginning.
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