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Summary: The Black Version of Fatal Attraction
Review: Since Baisden's first book, I've been a fan. Baisden's latest book, "God's Gift to Women" is an action-packed book. Though the plot is predictable from Olivia R Brown's first encounter with Julian Payne, it deals with the bigger and more complex issues of how men and women misinterpret sex for love and the ramifications of a one-night stand. I believe Baisden set up the story to be a typical "Fatal Attraction" because the book's introduction tells the whole story. The rest of the book tells how Olivia and Julian met, Olivia's mental state and actions, Julian's failure to respond to Olivia's action (hindsight), Olivia and Julian's final meeting, and a repeat of the introduction. I felt either the intro or the final chapter could have been omitted since I read the same details twice - this may have been a way to recap, tie up loose ends, and bring everything to a close. Julian Payne, the main character, is a windowed single father of a pre-teen daughter. Julian is a relationship expert hosting radio talk show, "Love, Lies, and Lust" - what an ironic title!
Samantha (Sam) Payne, Julian's daughter, is protective of her father getting involved in a relationship after the death of her father. Part of the plot uses Sam's musical talent and youthfulness to show the extremes that people will go through to get what they want.
Olivia R. Brown, Julian's one-night stand stalker, is a woman that initially appears to have "it" all together, but has been emotionally scarred by men from her past. The R has significance in the plot.
Terry Ross, Julian's girlfriend, is a psychologist dealing with her personal struggle to love and trust again.
Mitch, Julian's co-worker, serves as Julian's source of wisdom and stability
Eddie, Julian's buddy, is in a long uncommitted (on his part) relationship - truly the opposite of Mitch.
Janet, whom Terry mentors, a lot of times seem to mentor Terry on how to deal with men. Overall, the book is well organized with the exception of several revealed "clues" in the plot that I had to scan back through the book to see if they were actually given - one or two I couldn't find. It's a quick read - I finished in about two days. I will definitely recommend "God's Gift to Women" along with "Maintenance Man".
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Summary: Please check all pyschiatric records at the door.
Review: Here is a novel which proves that not only can you not judge a book by the cover, maybe it's better if you just left it on the shelf. Meet Julian, a widowed father trying to live his life and take care of his daughter, when he receives a job promotion which will require him to leave the state. Accepting and celebrating, at the club is where he meets the beautiful Olivia, who offers him a night of passion. He accepts, adding on that it can't lead anywhere because he's moving on to his new life. She understands and agrees. BIG MISTAKE! What Michael Baisden has done is taken the formula for one night stands and turned it on it's ear. Being a fan of the movie FATAL ATTRACTION, this book was even more pleasing because it involved african-americans and the dangers involved with the "wham, bam, thank you, 'mam" formula. Olivia was a true nemesis for our hero, both unstable, yet very intelligent in her methods, and anyone reading this novel will get caught up in the feel of the chase, and the torment when caught. Remember, all nets aren't made of fiber. Excellent, Mr. Baisden!
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Summary: Pretty good..
Review: WEAK POINTS: The plot was very predictable. The parts about Terri went from being realistic to flat-out corny and read more like a romance novel would. I was surprised they didn't run to each other with the wind blowing (but they were in Texas, I guess Chicago would've worked better for that scene). The poetry was pitiful. STRONG POINTS: I think Michael Baisden would be a fun person to hang around with because the sometimes-cynical humor mixed with most-of-the-time laugh out loud humor would keep me entertained. A few characters were edgy, some bold, and some were just enjoyable to meet (I liked Eddie and Sam "West-siiiiiide"). The theme of the story is strong and I really do appreciate it. I hope a lot of brothas read this. The dialogue made the story fun and the knowledge of scenery made him look experienced. Overall, a pretty good read.
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Summary: Good Read
Review: I enjoyed this book. It was entertaining and a quick read. I liked the characters, although I do wonder if Julian was really that naive or was it just the "dog in him" to believe that she could have one night and forget about it? Waiting for the next one!
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Summary: another great book
Review: gods gift to women is a story about the mistakes that others make that a person has to pay the price for. julian is a hard working good looking man who is also a single parent raising his 10 year old daugter. well one nite he met this beautiful woman named olivia brown.they slept together and the feelings were mutual but this olivia is psycho and she wants julian no matter what it takes to get his attention,if it means kidknapping, killing, and stalking by all means necessary. i cant go into details because it will give the book away, but i feel that its a great novel that will keep you on your toes, and when you read it, it definitly looks like it can be a movie
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Summary: OH MY!!!
Review: I loved this book. It was so easy to read. I read it in 2 days. The suspense was killing me. I tried to figure out who was after Julian. I recommend this book to anyone. It is one of the best novels that I have read in a long, long, long time. I just don't understand why Michaels show .... He understands relationships so well! He is a wonderful writer. I am not one for telling the story. But I can almost guarentee that anyone who reads this novel will not be disappointed.
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Summary: Steph, Southwest Philly
Review: This was a real page turner, I could not put it down. EXCELLENT BOOK AGAIN BY ONE OF MY FAVORITE AUTHORS.
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Summary: THRILLING!
Review: In the order of The Maintenance Man, this is a fast-paced, action-packed novel. Meet Julian, a successful single Black father who is raising his 10-year-old daughter alone following the death of his wife. I loved Julian for the love that he expresses throughout the book that he had for his wife, and currently has for his daughter Samantha. But Julian is only human, and when he meets the captivating Olivia Brown, the sexual chemistry is palpable. So they do what comes natural--with catastrophic results. The storyline is reminiscent of "Fatal Attraction," with an African-American flavor. I couldn't help but wonder how much of the story was modeled after the author's own life. Great job Mr. Baisden.....what's next?!?
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Summary: Pretty good
Review: I agree with some of the other viewers that said that this story line was predictable. Once I started reading the book I couldn't put it down until I found out what the end result would be and I wasn't surprised. I would really give the book 4 1/2 stars. One thing that did concern me was the unsafe sex that Julian was indulging in. Overall it was a good book and I would recommend it to friends.
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Summary: Da bomb
Review: I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book. The situation in the book happens in everyday life and we all have to be careful. It is an eye-opener and a must read. I read it twice-in 2 days.
Go out and buy it or borrow it today.
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