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Summary: Three heroes in one?
Review: Nora Roberts never writes a bad novel and I certainly enjoyed this one. However, I have come to appreciate that spreading her stories about multiple main characters over three books is worth it, even if you have to wait to find out how the main problem is resolved. I agree with other readers that it was hard to get to know the characters in The Three Fates, though I felt the women were more clearly differentiated. The men, however, all seemed like slight variations of one another. I know there is always this core of similar traits in the romantic hero, such as strength, authority, powerful sexuality, and honor. Nevertheless, the male characters do need to come in different flavors, and I know Roberts can do this, as she did with the Quinn brothers, and in the Ardmore Irish novels. I look forward to the next trilogy.
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Summary: Exciting suspense--not Nora Roberts compelling
Review: Years before, their ancester had stolen a small silver statue of one of the three fates. Now, an unscrupulous antiques dealer has seduced one of the three Sullivan siblings and stolen the treasure from him. Malachi, Gideon, and Rebecca swear to get the fate back--and to find the other missing statues in the set. Together, the fates are incredibly valuable and can even, the rumors say, grant wishes. But where, after being missing for decades, could the other two statues be, and how can the Sullivans retrieve their missing property given their own doubtful claim? Author Nora Roberts always writes a compelling and emotional story and THREE FATES is no exception. The three Sullivan siblings are intent on their goal, willing to lie and cheat to succeed, but each time they lie, they get into deeper trouble with the true loves that they discover during the course of their adventure. After linking up with a mythology expert who happens to be the descendent of the man from whom their ancestor stole the first fate, a stripper who owns the second, and a security expert whose great grandfather owns the third, the Sullivans are finally ready to make their move. But evil Anita Gaye is also on the trail of the statues she doesn't already own--and she's willing to do anything to get them. It will take a clever plan indeed--like something out of THE STING--to trip Anita up. THREE FATES is an exciting adventure with Roberts' patented sensuality, but it falls short of many of this fine author's other works. First, the Sullivan's ethical or legal claim to the statue they covet is certainly suspect--why, after all, hadn't they attempted to return it to its rightful owner during the decades it had been in their family posession. Second, their scheme to eliminate Anita as a threat seems to me to make them morally little better than she is. Third, the idea of six capable and intelligent people combining to squash a single woman, however evil, seems something short of heroic. I enjoyed reading THREE FATES and would certainly recommend it--but I couldn't help thinking as I read it that Roberts has missed a chance to write something truly superior and slipped back into something merely satisfying.
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Summary: A Definite Page Turner
Review: I bought this book not knowing what to expect. Now I know Nora Roberts is an author I will definitely look forward to. The Three Fates is a great action, adventure, romance, thriller all in one. Nora Roberts weaves a web of 4 intimate stories into one that leaves the reader so engrossed the novel that you're sometimes tempted to read to quickly or read ahead just to find out what happens next. I would have given 5 stars except for the fact that near the end I think the romance story was too predictable.
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Summary: Fun.
Review: This was a quest book, pure and simple. The international themes were well developed and the Mystical and mythical elements were interesting. The only problem was a slight lack of depth in the romance relationships. I suppose this is forgivable, since she did have three romances to develop, but you only have to read 'Montana Sky' to know that Ms Roberts can do a better job than this. I kept wishing that I could rearrange the partnerships and pair them up differently. I also have to admit I found the cold-blooded way that Malachi set out to seduce Tia for information bit unsavory, especially when he realised how delicate she was. Having said all this, the book was still highly enjoyable and while perhaps it is not as emotionally satisfying as it could have been, it is still worth buying. I won't be swopping it any time soon.
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Summary: She's definitely written better than this ....
Review: Although the book was entertaining, it wasn't quite up to par with some of Roberts previous books. I've read almost every single one of her published books - and this one wasn't one of those books that just gripped you til the very end. Sometimes I read her books in one sitting - because it's so interesting I just can't put it down. This one took a few days- because I wasn't enthralled with the story. Perhaps it was because I didn't really feel like the Sullivans REALLY had any claim to the other two fates. Perhaps it was because I wasn't too enamoured with one of the heroines who was a stripper -- and how that was, in some ways, glamourized. Perhaps it was because once again we have men and women falling in love and getting engaged within a matter of days ... haha If you're wanting a casual read, this is for you. If you're wanting another NR "thriller/mystery" - this one doesn't pass the test.
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Summary: A disappointment for Roberts fans!
Review: What a shame that Nora Robets put her energies into concocting an elaborate plot with such unappealing characters. Her heroes and heroines lacked the usual depth and selfless motives. Some really unbelievable plot devices (eg.who would expect to bring a statue through customs in a purse without being searched?) The finale had some excitement, but overall a disappointing book for someone who has enjoyed her many other novels.
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Summary: Entertaining enough
Review: I agree with many of the other reviewers here (e.g. the characters make it into bed with one another before the plot starts rolling, Cleo's character can be less pushy, dialogue can be confusing at times when all six characters are talking all at once, etc.), but I am still giving the book four stars, as opposed to three and under, because Three Fates was definitely a good read, if not a perfect one. The plot definitely takes some creative twists and turns, and Roberts has made an obvious move away from her usual only-revealing-the-bad-guy-until-the-end model, which actually enhances the plot and the flow of the story. The suspense is effectively interwoven with heartwarming romance, so even though the book does not show Roberts at her best, the entertainment value is still up there.
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Summary: Pretty good book
Review: Considering that the majority of the books that I have read lately have been real stinkers, it's refreshing to finally read a book that is good. The plot held my interest, the characters were fun (even if they were a bit insecure and too prone to love at first sight), and I enjoyed seeing what was going to happen next. The only negative comment that I have to make, is that it seemed as though it wrapped up a little too nicely. It was just a little too easy to break into her house, a little too easy to manipulate the police, and a little too easy to make the scenerio go their way. I would have preferred to have seen them have to struggle a little more, however I really think the three fates were only a sideline to the real story of each of the siblings hooking up with a individual who either had a fate, or whose relative used to own one. The book almost would have been better if it had been stretched out into a trilogy, allowing for a better fleshing of the characters. I would have enjoyed seeing more dynamics between Rebecca and Jack, rather than instantly being in love and wanting to get married. A little too unbelievable for my tastes. However, considering the books that I have read recently (The Pursuit, Springwater Wedding, The Summerhouse, etc.) this one was pretty good. Get it at your local library.
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Summary: best one yet!!
Review: It's a good thing I don't read reviews before purchasing a book. I am surprised by the amount of bad reviews on this book. It is probably the best written Nora Roberts book I have ever read, and I have read almost all of them. Yes, it started out a little slow, but by the middle of the book, I couldn't put it down!!! A definite read for Nora fans!!!!!!!!!!
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Summary: Could it have been 3 seperate books instead of just 1?
Review: This book was very enjoyable. The characters were all likeable (The ones that were supposed to be anyway) and the plot was interesting, as well. Beca, Gid, and Mal, were all the classic irish characters full of backbone and pride, which i love. the way that everyone is connected to the statues and each other is clever. Twists and turns at every corner, I love it! Anita Gaye was a good villian. She was the perfect amount of evil so that the story wasnt too twisted, but i did find her to be a little on the slow side when it came to catching on to what malachi and the other were doing, not that i didnt love seeing her go down! I also liked this book because the storyline wasnt surrounded by romance, the thrill of the plot is what the book was mainly about! But bact to the question in which i entitled my review. Could it have been three seperate books? ... No i dont think so, everything happened at the same time, how could the author leave out certain parts just because it didnt fit in with a certain couple. There just wasnt enought time between events to make it a trilogy. And even though at times when all of the characters were talking together it got confusing if you read it carefully enough you can figure it out. SO in closing, the reason I gave this book 4 stars instead of five was because when compared to other books by Nora Roberts this one isnt one of her best. Very Good, but not Best. I would recommend this book for anyone who enjoys fast paced, never a dull moment, thrillers, with a hint of romance to balance it out, Nora Roberts fans shouldn't be dissapointed, I wasnt.
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