Rating: Summary: An Enduring Love Review: We all dream of finding our soul mate, the one person who makes us complete. We dream of having our own flourishing business, a beautiful child and a beautiful home in a great area to live happily ever after. But what happens when that dream is shattered? How can a man who thought his life was just about as perfect as it could get loses the most important person in his life? Well, that is exactly what Noah has to learn how to do. When his wife is senselessly murdered, Noah is wild with grief and a burning need to know WHY. In his quest to answer that one question that haunts his dreams, he picks up some unlikely help. Help such as the beautiful Micah who is more questions than answers. Can she tempt Noah out of his grief? And Bishop, an intelligent street thug who has scores to settle himself. This book was an enjoyable ride to see what would happen next. I enjoyed it from beginning to end. I can't wait to see what this dynamic trio will be doing next in Mr. Simpson's next novel. I would recommend this book for an easy, enjoyable read.
Rating: Summary: A Male Author Who Believes in true love.... Review: Well, if he doesn't believe it, he sure can write about it convincingly. Simpson's book was a great weekend read. I was drawn in by the powerful opening chapter, and as he wove the tale, I found it difficult to put the book down. I was pleased to see some unexpected plot elements that disputed the generalization that all men are dogs. Also of interest where the variety of female characters, who cover the spectrum. Simpson did an excellent job of setting the scene, particularly in the "club" scenes. For those of us who have never experienced that, Simpson's use of "felt life" truly took you to the scene and made you a part of the action. I'm looking forward to a sequel which hopefully will develop the characters more. I wanted to know more about their background, histories, etc. SGF
Rating: Summary: Senseless Murder Review: What appears to be a love story from the opening chapter quickly turns into a murder mystery grabbing your attention in this quick and fast-paced read. Until Death Do Us Part takes us into the undercover world of drugs and racketeering in Atlanta. Along the way we are introduced to the undercover world of the government. How are these two entities related in the murder of a suburban wife and mother? Noah is a young, educated and successful businessman who is married to Andrea. Noah returns home from a business trip to find his wife murdered. After an attempted murder on another resident of their sub-division, the police have their killer and close the case. Noah, not satisfied with the answers he receives about why his wife was murdered, sets out to find who was behind the killer. To aid him in his search, Noah is given the name and history of an ex-convict named Bishop by an unlikely source. Through Noah's own devises he tracks down Micah, a strip dancer. How do these two people fit into Andrea's murder? This unlikely source also provides a tool for Micah in her search for some answers of her own. This tool is introduced early in the book and you are left to wonder its importance. Bishop offers a sensitive look at his life as a poor child in the heart of Atlanta explaining why he leads the life he leads and why revenge is his answer. This helps Noah to understand why Bishop would put his life on the line to search for Andrea's killer. Bishop explains his plight with such profound tenderness and intelligence you cannot help but root for him in his quest to make a change. Some of my favorite sections within the book are Noah's daydreams and his explanations of his life with Andrea. Noah and Andrea appeared to be two souls with like goals, brought together through love and admiration that Simpson effectively describes as their "flow." Furthermore, Simpson does an excellent job of describing the different neighborhoods in and around Atlanta. From the buildings, the landscape, to the racial and ethnic make up, the reader is able to capture the heart of Atlanta. The only problem I had with the book was the climax appears to be unrealistic while leaving some gaps and unanswered questions. However, I truly liked this story and will read what Noah, Bishop and Micah are up to next. Until Death Do Us Part is a raw and gritty look at the realities of poverty, drugs, crime and the "system" as we know it. Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves
Rating: Summary: A LOVE LOST BUT NOT FORGOTTEN Review: WITH A BROKEN HEART GLUED TOGETHER WITH MEMORIES OF HIS BELOVED SOULMATE ANDREA; WHOM WAS TRAGICALLY TAKEN FROM HIM. NOAH FINDS THE STRENGTH THRU THE EYES OF HIS DAUGHTER ASHLEY, AND THE HELP OF SOME UNUSUAL PEOPLE, TOGETHER THEY BRIDGED THE GAP IN EACH OTHERS LIFE AND FORM AN ALIANCE THAT HELPS EACH OF THEM MOVE ON TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF THEIR LIVES.... THE SAGA CONTINUES.....
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