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Summary: All that Glitters? No
Review: I have read all V.C. Andrews books that have been published so far, and my favorite series is the Landry series. Of the Landry series, my favorite book is "All That Glitters." The book is packed full of suspense, excitement and tragedy that could have been prevented. The descriptions of New Orleans, the Bayou and Cypress Woods are vivid, and quite different and refreshing than the other series. Although this is my favorite book of all V.C. Andrew books, it was quite disappointing: Ruby was selfish, Beau was selfish and Giselle was her normal self. Paul was the only character I liked in the book, he had an enormous amount of love, respect and devotion for Ruby and Pearl, which was more than admirable. I was shocked that Ruby could use Paul and disgard him so easily.
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Summary: A Little Too Predictable
Review: When I had read the "Flowers In The Attic" series I was blown away. I couldn't wait to read the "Dawn" series. After getting thru the first book, I realized that it was similar to the first series, but good nonetheless. Being a VC Andrews fan, I started reading "Ruby." Although hauntingly familir, I enjoyed it as well. But - "All That Glitters" was a total disaster. I could see why Ruby would live with Paul, as I'm sure there were deep emotions that went back to when they were young, and his undying love and support (not to mention wealth!) would be flattering, but PLEASE... AS IF anyone could be so obsessed with another person that they would sacrifice as Paul did. That was pathetic... Ruby stealing her comatose sister's identity to be with Beau, a total putz who married that witch Gisselle becuase she looked like Ruby. All of these books are so consumed with physical beauty it's disgusting! I don't care how much Gisselle looked like Ruby - how could one live with that witch?? Surely that novel could've taken another turn rather than the one it did. Sure, keep Gisselle dying in the plot - she deserved it - but something could've been written around Ruby telling Paul (and his family) the truth. That, coupled with the fact that it's back to the half brother/sister love affair, was just too much to handle, and made for a boring book. And you know there's going to be the "wealthy, happy ending" SOMEWHERE in the series, so you pretty much know the outcome! I'd like to read her latest series, as I am a fan, but I think this time instead of purchasing it (to read again and again!) I'm going to go to the library and get it first, because lately once has been enough.
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Summary: Good style, weak plot
Review: I read every single V.C. Andrews novel and I dare to say that they went downhill right from here. The first two Landy books were good - they were similar to the other series but there was something charming about it, also, I liked Ruby's character. In this book, I honestly wanted to kick her butt.First of all - why did she marry Paul? She knew not only that he is her brother, but also that he is deeply in love with her. Secondly - this whole pretending-to-be-Gisselle was ridiculous. Everyone knew how different these twins were despite their looks. Ruby behaved selfish throughout the entire book, so did Beau. And all of the others died, I think ... is that supposed to be a plot?! The style is good - but that is not enough to create a good book. Stick to "Flowers in the attic" and the original VCA-novels. You will be disappointed with this one.
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Summary: GREAT , Suspensful !
Review: This was great! It was very suspensful,Gladys made me so mad! I felt kind've sorry for Paul though!
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Summary: The Third Book in the Landry Series
Review: It's been years since I've read "All That Glitters," so I figured a "4" rating would be accurate enough. However, this book happens to be where I paused from reading Andrews' following books. Instead I went back to her old series, because I was getting a bit bored with the same plot lines. I had held out this long hoping something would change; it didn't. Stopping in the middle of this series is probably why I didn't particularly like the Landry books--or maybe it's vice versa; I don't know. But I did like the Louisiana setting. That's one thing I like about her books: the setting. In "All That Glitters," the main relationships between 18-year-old Ruby Dumas (the protagonist), her wealthy halfbrother/childhood sweetheart Paul Tate, her twin sister Gisselle, and her baby's father Beau Andreas come full circle to where they had begun initially in "Ruby." Ruby returns to the bayou and reluctantly marries Paul in order to provide some stability for her newborn daughter, Pearl. And Gisselle and Beau elope for their own twisted reasons--Gisselle's: to get even with Ruby; Beau's: to pretend he's still with Ruby. But then the men switch places yet again when Gisselle falls into a coma (thus explaining the Sleeping Beauty-like front cover), and Ruby's not-so-well hidden feelings for Beau are allowed to be played out when she pretends to be his wife/her own sister. This whole scheme was quite bizarre (why Paul agreed to this, I can't understand), though it was fun to read. Still, my opinion of Ruby certainly changed afterwards. Paul, like a lot of the lovers/relatives of the heroine, is the typical doting--more or less obsessed--male protagonist, and you almost feel sorry for him. That or you want to smack him in the head to wake some sense up in him. Though that's kind of a moot point by the end. During all this romantic drama, a few more characters die, such as Daphne (no big loss there--she's just the evil stepmother), as well as a few more important characters (their deaths are rather tragic). "All That Glitters" is the last book told from Ruby's point of view. The following book, "Hidden Jewel" (#4), is passed on to her daughter, and the series wraps up with the prequel, "Tarnished Gold" (#5). And if you started in the middle of this series, then don't forget the first two: "Ruby" (#1) and "Pearl in the Mist" (#2).
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Summary: All That Glitter's Isn't Gold
Review: WOW THIS BOOK WAS AWSOME I COULD'NT PUT IT DOWN I READ IT IN ONE DAY I WAS SO HAPPY FOR RUBY I AM REALLY GLAD THAT SHE WAS ABLE TO HAVE THE LIFE AND LOVE SHE WANTED IN THE END. I COULD HAVE ONLY HOPED PAUL FELT THE SAME WAY. THIS BOOK WAS HEART POUNDING I COULD'NT WAIT TO SEE WHAT HAPPENED NEXT THIS BOOK WAS ABSOLULTY ONE OF MY FAVORITE'S AND IT WILL BE ONE OF YOUR FAVORITES TOO!
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Summary: Ruby -admirable or selfish
Review: Ruby's story is great one to follow. Unfortunatelly, I can't decide if her decision to follow her heart no matter what is selfish or admirable. Whatever-this is, All That Glitters is a great novel. I recently had to make a book presentation for my World Literature class. When I first read this book I was very confused. As I re-read the book for my presentation, it all made sense. All That Glitters is a fight between twin sisters, Ruby and Gisselle, for the love of a man (Beau). Ruby's fight for Beaus heart leds her to switch her life with Gisselles. That is, when Gisselle is in a comma, Ruby becomes Gisselle, Beaus legal wife. Before becoming Gisselle, Ruby had to decide if she was willing to pay the price of love. After Beau left her pregnant with Pearl to go to Paris, Ruby made her life with out him. She knows that that what she decides to do will affect many people. Choosing to follow her heart bring many problems. Fortunately Ruby is willing to do anything to be with her true love, Beau. However, switching her identity brings her many uncomfortable situations. For example, when Ruby finds out about Gisselles true identity, she is shocked. As she found out who her sister was, Ruby thought that Gisselle never really love Beau. The death of Paul, her half brother and husband, and almost loosing her daughter Pearl, changes everything for Ruby. In this situation Ruby has to choose to pay the price of love or tell the truth. For me Ruby is a troubled young lady who has to choose between what is right and what is best for her daughter Pearl. I have read three of VC. Andrews's books and I am happy to say that she is a great writer. I would like to say that All That Glitters is an interesting book. I recommend this book to anyone that is willing to be left wanting to read the following book. The Laundry series as well as the other series are worth reading.
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Summary: good book
Review: good book and tells a good story nice book to read
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Summary: All that glitters dazzled me!!
Review: Ruby's story is great to follow but I can't decide if her decision to follow her heart at all cost is selfish or admirable. Whatever-this is a great read so I really don't care! This is the third installment in the Landry Series. In it Ruby flees back to the refuge of her bayou world, realizing that the life growing inside her is more precious then all the riches Daphne promises her in exchange for giving up Ruby's most important creation- the love child Beau and she made. Is that Beau standing over there with a glowing smile of love and open arms? Ready to give up his inheritance for Ruby and her child so they can be a family of three rich in happiness(but poor in money)?
Uh....
no. Beau's halfway across the world in Europe on his parents command. Meanwhile Ruby retreats into the beauty of her natural world though her heart is hollow, aching for her love who deserted her. Paul appears, still holding a love for Ruby and pleads with her to come live with him in his huge mansion as his wife.....Ruby agrees but is troubled because she knows their marriage can be in name alone though Paul looks at her with more then brotherly affection. Then Gisselle bursts onto her tranquil existence bringing with her a hurricane of trouble and a blue eyed man she once knew and has always loved...
A silent world of eternal sleep will claim one of the characters and a love awakened will claim others, ripping worlds apart and causing one character to take a long, deep sip of bayou water.
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Summary: Speaking up Makes a Difference
Review: It makes me happy for Ruby and Beau they could be together. I think they had problems because there was nobody to speak up for them while they were students. I could relate to them because my boyfriend and I want to tie the knot but the policy of his dad's company says that people who receive special services are not to marry to qualify for services. I think it is unfair! Fortunately, though after a temp layoff from March to August 2003, I was relieved to go back to work. I started work again on August 5, 2003. Recently I started a part time job which was offered by a friend when I was downsized out of PSS. However the project ended. But I was glad to hear about a temp assignment. I hope the temp assignment will eventually help me get a permanent job.
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