LADY

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Summary: Boring and Dated
Review: I was originally drawn to this book because the synopsis sounded intriguing and suspenseful. My husband informed me that the author had written another book called, "The Other", which was turned into a 70's horror film. Based on these circumstances, I decided to try "Lady", only to find it boring, not suspenseful in the least, and very dated. The "terrible secret" (which I will not give away) leads you to believe that there is some supernatural tale involved, when in fact, it is a dated, uninteresting "surprise" that has no bearing on the story. It seemed like everyone else who reviewed this book loved it, so I had to write at least one review to the contrary. I had an EXTREMELY difficult time finishing it, and struggled through it just to say I finished it. I found it the "Secret" very anti-climactic and pointless, and the synopsis on the back of the book very misleading.

Rating:
Summary: Boring and Dated
Review: This book came to me by delicious accident: a friend found it in a box of books being given away in my apartment building laundry room. It sat on my shelf for years, until my supply of unread books began to dwindle, and I thought I'd give it a go, though I knew nothing about the book, or it's author. It's set in a previous generation, but deals with issues of the time that modern readers may not relate to, but can certainly learn from. It's overall theme is one of coming of age, and in a sense I believe it tells the story of all of our childhoods: what we see going on around us in our neighborhoods, the seemingly insignificant events that are tantamount to a child as he/she grows up, and the events of the world that, while we may not be entirely conscious of them or understand them, they shape us nonetheless. I'm sorry to see that this book is primarily out of print (and I'm certainly not giving up my 1974 edition), but do what you must to get your hands on it! You will fall madly in love with Lady as we all have ...

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Summary: A Five-Star Surprise
Review: This book came to me by delicious accident: a friend found it in a box of books being given away in my apartment building laundry room. It sat on my shelf for years, until my supply of unread books began to dwindle, and I thought I'd give it a go, though I knew nothing about the book, or it's author. It's set in a previous generation, but deals with issues of the time that modern readers may not relate to, but can certainly learn from. It's overall theme is one of coming of age, and in a sense I believe it tells the story of all of our childhoods: what we see going on around us in our neighborhoods, the seemingly insignificant events that are tantamount to a child as he/she grows up, and the events of the world that, while we may not be entirely conscious of them or understand them, they shape us nonetheless. I'm sorry to see that this book is primarily out of print (and I'm certainly not giving up my 1974 edition), but do what you must to get your hands on it! You will fall madly in love with Lady as we all have ...

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Summary: A BEAUTIFUL AND UNFORGETTABLE LOVE STORY!
Review: Thomas Tryon left acting to write, and I'm so glad that he did! His novel "Lady" slowly builds to a crescendo, and then when I finally understood where the story was going, I just stared at the page, shocked and unbelieving. But what a wonderful love this was! I have read the book twice and will no doubt read it again. Thomas Tryon has an incredibly fertile imagination, and he really outdid himself in this novel. I recommend it highly to anyone who would enjoy reading an outstanding and very unusual love story.

Rating:
Summary: A BEAUTIFUL AND UNFORGETTABLE LOVE STORY!
Review: Thomas Tryon left acting to write, and I'm so glad that he did! His novel "Lady" slowly builds to a crescendo, and then when I finally understood where the story was going, I just stared at the page, shocked and unbelieving. But what a wonderful love this was! I have read the book twice and will no doubt read it again. Thomas Tryon has an incredibly fertile imagination, and he really outdid himself in this novel. I recommend it highly to anyone who would enjoy reading an outstanding and very unusual love story.

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Summary: Local history & historical fiction brought together
Review: Tryon to this day, still remains an outstanding writer. This beautifully written love story will have an unforgettable impact on your life long after you finish reading it. Lady is second only to Harvest Home and The Other. Even though this story was written 25 years ago, it still remains of the best love stories ever written. Lady should be read by everyone, you will not regret or forget its impact.

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Summary: This book is wonderful!
Review: Tryon's greatest achievement, and in my opinion, one of the most hauntingly beautiful books ever written. You will want to read it again and again. It is the rarest of tomes. One that you must read slowly, savoring every beautiful word. I guarantee you will be walking around in a delicious semi-hypnotic state after reading this one!