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Summary: Had Potentials
Review: I have every book Jude Deveraux has ever written. I always enjoy reading about the Montgomery's and the Taggert's, but this story could have been much better. I felt alot of infomation could have been added and detailed more. In the last chapters I wanted to know what happened with her brother, and the old man that was with them on the hunt for the lions. What I missed in this book was the fire, passion, funnierness, and indeptness of her past work. Also I would like to Ms. Deveraux to go back to the writings she did when she wrote the Velvet series, when she wrote about the Raider, and Twin of Ice and Fire, and the River Trilogy.
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Summary: Give us Back The "real" Jude Deveraux
Review: I gave this book 4 stars because I'm sure it would deserve that, had Jude Deveraux not been the author. What I mean by that is that the book was good, it just was not what we have learned to love and expect from our beloved author. What has happened to you Jude, that you think you must change your writing style and "expand" from historical to current day? Don't you realize that it would be hard to improve on the "perfection" you represented in your historical romances? (my favorite like many other's is Knight in Shining Armour). We miss your historical romances (and it's hard having to wait forever for your next book to be published). Although there really wasn't anything "wrong" with High Tide... it's just not your style. Will the "real" Jude Deveraux please come home? We miss you! I won't give up on you!
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Summary: What happened to Jude?
Review: I have enjoyed all her previous works- but this one was very uncharacteristic of Ms. Deveraux. The story was cheesy and unbelievable (even for a romance novel) and I didn't care about the characters. I hope her next book keeps in the former tradition that rocketed her to fame because this one was a loser!
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Summary: High Tide
Review: I read "High Tide" and could not put it down! Loved it. Ace and Fiona were a hoot! There was mystery, passion and laughter till the end. I love the Montgomerys and Taggerts, what a wonderful family. Ms. Deveraux is a wonderful artist and knows what pleases. Seeing "family" from other stories was like being at a family reunion. I was drawn into the story from the begining to end. It also reminded me of the emotions I felt as I read "Sweet Liar" another hit for Ms. Deveraux. Can't wait for the next Montgomery story. Keep it up Ms. Deveraux you are a true artist. Thank you for a story that touches the heart.
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Summary: Where was Jude Deveraux?
Review: I just want to know where Jude Deveraux was while this book was being written. If it hadn't had her name on it, not only would I have not recognized her, but I wouldn't have read past the first page. The lead characters were unlikable at best.They both had the temperament of three year olds, were uncontrollably violent, (sorry, I don't find shoving each other in anger acceptable, much less sexy), and who would have a dead person lying on top of them and wonder if they are looking sexy? The plot jumps around and contradicts. It was as if the author,(whoever that was), got tired of the whole thing and decided to end it suddenly.And, it couldn't have ended soon enough for me. C'mon Jude, we want you back! I hope this isn't the first Deveraux book someone reads, because she is usually an extraordinary author. Read my favorite, "Wishes", or "Knight in shining armor". Those are classics in the romance genre.
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Summary: Terror in the Tropics?
Review: High Tide, though enjoyable, would not be my first recommendation for a Deveraux book. The characters in this book are less well-defined than they are in her other novels I've had the pleasure to read. Her "Montgomery" heroes are normally "to-die-for" types with a great sense of humor. The humor in "Ace", the leading male character, is lacking as well as the three dimensional qualities normally present in Deveraux's other work. The plot, while interesting, is also less in depth than I am used to seeing in her novels. High Tide would be a pleasure to read, however, if you're looking for a nice way to spend an afternoon or a day at the beach reading. If you are looking for a better example of Deveraux's writing, I may suggest A Kight in Shining Armor. That book is a gem.
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Summary: Not Too Bad!
Review: I have been a Jude Deveraux fan for many years. The first novel I read of hers was "A Knight in Shining Armour" and I have been hooked every since. I agree with most of the other reviews that this is not her best, but I still found it entertaining and enjoyable. I still believe that "Knight" is the best thing Ms. Deveraux has written to date and it is by far the best story I have ever read. Keep up the good work Ms. Deveraux and I anxiously await your next story.
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Summary: Very exciting
Review: I enjoyed reading this book very much. I am not familiar with Devereaux, but I thought this was a real page turner. A real who dun it! I have not read any of her historicals to compare this to, but I found "High Tide" to be very exciting and I would recommend it.
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Summary: A Very Different, Intriguing Plot!
Review: I really enjoyed this book, and I have to disagree with most of the reviews I've read! The plot was very different and it kept me wanting to read more and more to find out what will happen next. I totally loved Ace and Fiona's characters! Ace seems so cool and laid back, but totally hot. I liked Fiona's character because she seems to be able to stay cool during tough situations. I really recommend this book! It is different from the other books Ms. Deveroux has written, but it is really great!
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Summary: Who is the ghostwriter?
Review: I have read all of Jude Devereaux' books and I can't believe she wrote this one by herself. Careful readers will see exactly the spot where she took over a good mystery story and stuck in a little bit of poorly thought out romance so she could put her name on it. It seems almost as if she collaborated with Linda Howard. I am sorry to say I not only bought this book for me, but I also gave it as a Christmas present. Never again!
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