Rating: 
Summary: Formulaic
Review: I too found the MacGregor patriarch blustering, interfering, overbearing, manipulative and utterly unappealing. It would be intolerable to have such a parent in real life, yet, there are those such people. It was also difficult to understand the passivity and muteness of Anna MacGregor, the childrens' mother who is allegedly a brilliant surgeon utterly capable of excellence in her professional role. But then, in the presence of such a blowhard husband like Daniel the poor woman may not be able to get a word in edgewise.I like the strong female roles that both Serena and Diana are cast into in their search for meaning in their lives. I did not like the rapist men either Justin or Caine. I did like the fact that both females sort of "consented" to sexual congress rather than being rendered defenseless and overwhelmed as other authors usually force their damsels in distress to endure. Also I liked the elegant style which Ms. Roberts describes sexual encounters. None of the trite and vulgar or graphic blow by blow in these action scenes. Nope, teasing and innuendo are far more potent forces to stimulate the reader which makes this author's books a far more classy read than many romance fiction writers today who find it necessary for the damsel to describe the "bigness" of the male's anatomy and physiology. In this author's book, the only one I have read, the males are realistic and flawed which is a nice change from steely jawed, athletically superior supermen types. The contrast of the secure Serena and the insecure Diana represent the virtues of tight family ties vs absence of loving support in Diana's case while she was growing up. It was an interesting topic finding a heroine fighting the ghosts of a defective past and struggling to overcome them. This made the Caine story much more engaging because he was such a buffoon. All in all it is a nice little walk through Scottish roots and
influences.
Rating:
Summary: Formulaic
Review: I too found the MacGregor patriarch blustering, interfering, overbearing, manipulative and utterly unappealing. It would be intolerable to have such a parent in real life, yet, there are those such people. It was also difficult to understand the passivity and muteness of Anna MacGregor, the childrens' mother who is allegedly a brilliant surgeon utterly capable of excellence in her professional role. But then, in the presence of such a blowhard husband like Daniel the poor woman may not be able to get a word in edgewise. I like the strong female roles that both Serena and Diana are cast into in their search for meaning in their lives. I did not like the rapist men either Justin or Caine. I did like the fact that both females sort of "consented" to sexual congress rather than being rendered defenseless and overwhelmed as other authors usually force their damsels in distress to endure. Also I liked the elegant style which Ms. Roberts describes sexual encounters. None of the trite and vulgar or graphic blow by blow in these action scenes. Nope, teasing and innuendo are far more potent forces to stimulate the reader which makes this author's books a far more classy read than many romance fiction writers today who find it necessary for the damsel to describe the "bigness" of the male's anatomy and physiology. In this author's book, the only one I have read, the males are realistic and flawed which is a nice change from steely jawed, athletically superior supermen types. The contrast of the secure Serena and the insecure Diana represent the virtues of tight family ties vs absence of loving support in Diana's case while she was growing up. It was an interesting topic finding a heroine fighting the ghosts of a defective past and struggling to overcome them. This made the Caine story much more engaging because he was such a buffoon. All in all it is a nice little walk through Scottish roots and
influences.
Rating: 
Summary: You've got to read this book!
Review: I'm a latecomer to Nora Roberts, so whenever I see a book of hers that's been re-issued, I grab it. I read & loved "The MacGregor Brides" & "Grooms", so I was thrilled to read the love stories of their parents. I wasn't disappointed. These two stories were great. But I did notice one thing. These stories were written and seem to take place in 1985. The "Brides" & "Grooms" were written in 1997. If their parents were married in the '80's, how could theses kids be old enough to be married in the '90's? I guess they all have RAS (Rapid Aging syndrome)--like all the kids on soap operas!
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Summary: Loving "The MACGREGOR"
Review: I'm a newcomer to Nora Roberts and the MACGREGOR clan. I recently read the MacGregor Grooms, Serena-Caine, and the Perfect Neighbor. I was so engrossed in the story that I just couldn't put it down. I enjoyed everything about the story, how they met, how they almost broke up, I just loved it all. I would really love to read the MacGregor Brides and Daniel-Alan stories. I felt like I was a part of the MacGregor Clan. Looking forward to reading more of Nora Roberts stories. Thank you Nora for writing such wonderful tales of romance.
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Summary: could have been a 5 starer....
Review: if it werent for a few errors in spelling and a few errors in actions, i would have indeed given this one five stars. playing the odds was a wonderful story and left me wanting more. tempting fate....i didnt enjoy this one and almost felt that i was wasting my time. i felt there could have been more character interaction and less about how diana was doubting herself while trying to find herself. to read this doubt once (maybe twice) is more than enough. i dont need to read it on every other page. dont get me wrong....i did indeed enjoy these re-releases....nora has yet to disappoint me, however, this was the closest its come ::smile
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Summary: What a great way to spend an afternoon!
Review: If you're looking for great intellect you won't find it here - but it you just want to spend an afternoon with some characters that you come to love this series is for you! This book is the best one to start with in the MacGregor series - then read Alan & Grant, The MacGregor Brides, Winning Hand, MacGregor Groom, and finally Perfect Neighbor. You'll love these characters and wish that they never had to run out of relatives to match up. thank you Nora for letting us escape for even a short time.
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Summary: The romances of Serena and Caine
Review: In the first story in this book, Justin Blade is persuaded to take a cruise by his mentor, Daniel MacGregor. Little does he know that Daniel intends for him to meet his daughter Serena, who is a blackjack dealer on the ship. He does meet Serena and is instantly attracted to her, although he doesn't realize who she is. These two independent people do a lot of sparring, and fight the growing feelings of attraction that they feel. When Serena's life is put in danger, Justin realizes how much he cares for her. The second story, entitled Tempting Fate involves Serena's brother, Caine, and Justin's sister, Diana. Caine is a charming lawyer who is used to having his way with women. Diana, also an attorney, is wary of relationships because of past hurts she has suffered. Caine's father Daniel thinks that they would make a great match, but they are not convinced. Roberts' books are predictable and the ones I've read seem to follow the same pattern, but they have a wide appeal for those who enjoy this genre.
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Summary: The romances of Serena and Caine
Review: In the first story in this book, Justin Blade is persuaded to take a cruise by his mentor, Daniel MacGregor. Little does he know that Daniel intends for him to meet his daughter Serena, who is a blackjack dealer on the ship. He does meet Serena and is instantly attracted to her, although he doesn't realize who she is. These two independent people do a lot of sparring, and fight the growing feelings of attraction that they feel. When Serena's life is put in danger, Justin realizes how much he cares for her. The second story, entitled Tempting Fate involves Serena's brother, Caine, and Justin's sister, Diana. Caine is a charming lawyer who is used to having his way with women. Diana, also an attorney, is wary of relationships because of past hurts she has suffered. Caine's father Daniel thinks that they would make a great match, but they are not convinced. Roberts' books are predictable and the ones I've read seem to follow the same pattern, but they have a wide appeal for those who enjoy this genre.
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Summary: WONDERFUL! I CAN'T GET ENOUGH OF THE MACGREGORS!
Review: Nora Roberts has done it again. This time around we go back in time and get to know the love story of Justin and Serena Blade and Caine and Diana MacGregor. Talk about fantastic! I fell in love with them just as easily as I fell in love with their children in "The MacGregor Brides" and "The MacGregor Grooms". No wonder their kids turned out so great! My personal favorite out of the two in one, was Caine and Diana's story. Man, what a great book. You'll love it. I can't wait til the next installment of the clan comes out, "The MacGregors, Alan and Grant". I've already ordered it even though it hasn't yet been released. I can't wait! Also soon to be released is "The Perfect Neighbor" which goes into the Campbell family and "The MacGregors, Daniel and Ian" which includes probably the most important story of all that of Daniel and Anna MacGregor, the heads of the clan. Nora must want to kill me with the anticipation. Trust me, you'll love the MacGregors!
Rating:
Summary: excellent,well written,and gripping
Review: Nora Roberts writes from the heart. She is one of a small handful with this gift. Her trilogy of the Quinn brothers is exceptional and heart stopping,a true treasure..Worth checking out.
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