Rating:  Summary: Good beach read Review: "Midnight" is a good beach read, especially if you are a Lowell fan. The plot was predictable (business and international intrigue that required a little too much explanation). As in other Donovan family novels, there was a substantial amount of education about the world jewel market and rubies. Although the explanations in both cases were well done, the book would be better if more time was spent on character development. Looking over this review, it reads as if I did not enjoy the book. That is not the case at all. The dialogue was good, the plot did not drag and the characters were likeable. Anyone who has read earlier Donovan family books will enjoy "Midnight".
Rating:  Summary: Midnight in Ruby Bayou Review: I loved it! I am a huge EL fan. I could (and have) read her books over and over again. Her stories are so sensual and just plain hot! When Walker first came on the scene in Jade Island, I hoped he would be the next Lowell hero! Are we going to hear from Justin & Lawe next(even if we've never met them yet...)? Elizabeth Lowell rocks!
Rating:  Summary: A Gem of a Read Review: I enjoyed reading "Midnight in Ruby Bayou" the continuing saga of The Donovans. Ms Lowell grabs you in the first page and holds you until the last page, and than leaves you wanting more. In each of her books about The Donovans she chooses a precious stone and makes it the center of her plot. She than builds her story and characters around this precious stone (In this case Rubies). The story and the main characters are than tied together with the history of the stone. Add to the mix romance, suspense, and murder and you have a read that's impossible to put down. If you are fan of Ms.Lowell you not be disapointed in this story. If you're not a fan you will become one after reading "Midnight in Ruby Bayou". Ms. Lowell is one my favorite authors and I look forward to reading more about The Donovons.
Rating:  Summary: I love Elizabeth Lowell Review: I enjoyed the last in the book in this series. Elizabeth Lowell is a wonderful writer who always makes me laugh. Her diaglogue with her characters is so very witty, but down to earth. She makes them come so alive for the reader. I don't normally like serial books, but each one of these can stand alone. I've enjoyed getting to know all of the Donavan clan and individual stories and personalities. I had hoped that she would also include Justin and Lawe, but can understand that she may be running out of gems. My only criticism of the book was that the ending was somewhat abrupt. Walker tells Faith to go back to the house, which she does and when she returns he has taken care of Ivanovich. Also I would have liked the family to all be together in the final book for a sort of wrapping of and tying them all together. But nevertheless Ms. Lowell never disappoints and I wait for each one her books with excitement. I recommend "Midnight in Ruby Bayou" very highly. If you haven't read any of her books in this series or any other buy them today.
Rating:  Summary: Too many rubies in Ruby Bayou Review: Ms. Lowell has written another novel in her series of the wonderful Donovan family. However, this new release had me flipping quickly through all the information on the rubies that are the focus of this installment. The story, slowly, (and I mean slowly), unfurled to a novel that did improve in suspence and characterization. At least, the wonderful Archer made another appearance. That in itself was a saving grace.
Rating:  Summary: Great Read! Review: If you enjoyed the previous Donovan's - you will also enjoy this story. Well written and a continuous read. Didn't want to put down. Have enjoyed all of Elizabeth Lowell's books and found this book to be no different. Can't wait to read the next book.
Rating:  Summary: Another one night read Review: MIDNIGHT IN RUBY BAYOU is a fitting end to the Donovan series! The stroy line is true to the earlier books and I loved the characters. Good action and the sex is great. I really liked the romance between the hero and heroine. The book has all the good stuff: greed, corruption, and betrayal, and lots of shameful secrets. Nothing better than a race across the Bayou at night. Also recommended: 'A Tourist in the Yucatan' excellent thriller/mystery!
Rating:  Summary: Donovans triumph yet again! Review: Midnight in Ruby Bayou is the one of the best by Elizabeth Lowell! The other Donovan books have been awesome and this is fitting for the series. I have waited a long time for this book to come out and to see how the series has continued. Faith deserves happiness. She has it now! I can't wait to see if Ms. Lowell makes stories about Justin and Lawe Donovan, the twins!
Rating:  Summary: Donovans again! :) Review: Ok I read the first three books in Lowell's Donovan series, the second two once I discovbered there _were_ more. All in all enjoyable books. I particularly liked Jade Island. This installment (for it is becoming installments) concerns Faith Donovan, and Owen Walker. Yes the same Owen Walker from Jade Island whom I rather enjoyed his camoe appearance. As far as the story went it was well developed for Owen Walker.. Faith Donovan's character was a little less ah.. deep. But that isn't too surprising.. Lowell's men are always more thought out than her female characters. The plot was the usual- mystery surrounding some form of precious stone. I enjoyed the process of getting to the end but I have to say it was not as thrilling or intriguing as the earlier three books. There was more reach.. and the ever present April Joy was back. Do we detect foreshadowing? A good read but not on the level of the first two... or even the third. Recommended but not strongly.
Rating:  Summary: Another great sequel in the Donovan series! Review: Midnight In Ruby Bayou by Elizabeth Lowell is another great book in the Donovan series. This is about the sister Faith, and of course the intrigue that is in all of this series of Jewel books. Highly recommend reading it and the rest of the series for some great enjoyment time.
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