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Summary: A remarkable, creative book...
Review: A new Kurland book is not only a "must-buy" for me, but also a "must-keep." This latest tale takes its place among all her others on my shelf. Wonderfully creative, poignant, human, and PG-rated, I definitely recommend "My Heart Stood Still." Thomas and Iolanthe are strong, believable leads and their supporting cast (both ghostly and living) is sure to make you smile. My one critique would be that the book should have been a lot shorter. It sometimes seemed to me, especially near the end, that new challenges were being invented merely to fill pages and not to advance the story.
One last burning question: where were Kendrick and Genevieve de Piaget? As the stars of Kurland's original ghostly romance ("Stardust of Yesterday"), I expected that they would make an appearance along with all her other modern-day couples. Do Kurland's other de Piagets not realize there is another relative living in modern England? I also wondered about Zachary. Poor guy - the doorkeeper role's gotta end soon!
In the end, a great book, definitely a keeper, but not at the top of my Kurland list.
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Summary: Good, But Not Her Best
Review: I absolutely love Lynn Kurland's style of writing, but I was a little dissappointed in the last book. The "heroine," Iolanthe was a prideful, almost ungiving character. It almost seemed as if she loved Thomas...but then again maybe she didn't. But, I did enjoy Thomas' character, and Kurland's humorous writing is great. I can't wait for Jason's story which will come out next summer!
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Summary: Very good book !
Review: I have loved the time travel romance genre for a while, but this one had a new twist...a pair of star crossed lovers, one of whom was a ghost. I did find the plot a bit unbelievable, but it was entertaining and delightful. My only criticism has little to do with the story but with the character of Iolanthe. I just had a hard time with her continued hostility towards Thomas...who was truly a "knight in shining armor".This was the first Lynn Kurland book that I read, but now I plan to read many others.
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Summary: Sooo Beautiful...
Review: I loved this book. It proves that you can write a wonderful romance without steamy sex scenes. The hero has an unusual gift which allows him to see ghosts, which is how he sees the heroine. This gift can also lead to amusing situations. I won't ruin it for others, but the secondary characters are great. They bring a lot of humor to the story. I also loved how Kurland tied these characters in with those from "Dance Through Time." I can't wait to read more of her books.
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Summary: worth it
Review: I must say that Lynn Kurland's books are some of the best.
I rember reading alot of hot book's when I was in my teens and I kind of wish that my mom or sisters would have pulld me aside and told me to start off with books like these! There is no sex in these books, just alot of strong people and adventure!
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Summary: This book is not for everybody.
Review: If you aren't into a ghost of a former Scottish Laird dressing up as Mickey Mouse than don't read this book. I found it to be a waste of time and money. While I don't expect romance novels to be the most realistic of book choices this one required a tremendous suspension of belief. I've read a Kurland book that I did like but this one was a true dissapointment.
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Summary: Fun and Cute...but not for Newbie!!
Review: If you're familiar with Lynn Kurland's work, you're good to go with this book. The author recycled her ghosty hero from 'Stardust of Yesterday' and time-travelled concepts. But this time, Thomas McKinnon, a wealthy, handsome, sentimental gentleman (who, of course, is a descendant of McLeod line) accidentally bought a medieval english castle near Scottish border. However, he never knew that, coming along with this ancient keep, is a beautiful, head-strong spirit, Iolanthe McLeod, with her entired ghosty garrison!!. Well, as you can guess, Thomas fell in love with Iolanthe but.. one problem still remained. As long as Iolanthe's a 'ghost', he would never, ever have a chance to hold her in his arms.. So Thomas set off for a little quest to rescue Iolanthe,... to make her his!!
The storyline of this book sounds good, isn't it? However, you should previously experience other of Lynn Kurland's works, specially, 'A Dance Through time', 'The very Thought of You' and a couple of her novellas before starting this book, in order to understand the content of the book more.
So if you're just looking around for something good to read but still a newbie for Kurland's work, look for something else!! or start out with her previous works, as indicated. But if you're already familiar with the author's work, well, this book is worth your money for something to read on your 'stress free' day!! It can put smile on your face!
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Summary: Engaging ghostly love story
Review: In 1382 on the Border, her half-brother and their father tell her to go with the Englishman because she has been bartered to forge an ally for the clan. They insist he will treat her right, but instead all he wants is the secrets of her father's keep. Since she knows nothing, the Englishman murders Iolanthe MacLeod even as she lies thinking will nobody remember her name. As she dies Iolanthe believes that one day her love will come to free her.
In 2001 Maine, Thomas MacLeod McKinnon feels he can do anything. His college degree at twenty, his Manhattan multimillion-dollar business, and his feats at mountain climbing prove he is right. He now owns a dilapidated Scottish castle, which he has decided to renovate. However, when he arrives at his new abode, Thomas surprisingly meets the ghost of Iolanthe. The Yank and the medieval Scottish spirit fall in love, but though he may be the man she waited for all these centuries, their chances for a relationship together seems impossible.
Lynn Kurland is attaining quite a reputation for her paranormal/time travel romances. Her newest entry, MY HEART STOOD STILL, is an engaging ghostly love story that her audience will devour. The tale is warm as Thomas struggles to find a way to be with his soul mate, who shares his desperate feelings. Ms. Kurland provides another powerful notch to her high standing among sub-genre readers with this entertaining novel that showcases her abilities to provide fans with quite a story.
Harriet Klausner
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Summary: My Heart is Happy with Another Great Book from Kurland
Review: In the fall of 1382 Scottish bride Iolanthe MacLeod, newly wed would be taken away frm her home to England and die by the sword of the Englishman who wed her when she refused to reveal the secret of the clan McLeod. It would be in this landlocked keep on the English moors, the place of her death, far from the sea she loved, where she would be doomed to roam and haunt for six centuries. It is now 2001 and not knowing why, only that he felt compelled, Thomas MacLeod MacKinnon has bought the castle with the intention of restoring it. Since a child, Thomas had been 'fey', with the sight and while expecting to find a ruin of a castle he was not disappointed - but to find a garrison of assorted ghosts residing in this same castle did give him pause. It was the sight of Iolanthe that he was quite unprepared to deal with and his feelings for her - not only did she take his breath away but he was stunned when after a short time he realized that he'd fallen in love with her. Although Iolanthe was somewhat content with having Thomas in her 'life' such as it was he wanted more - to hold her in his arms. Through a chance encounter with other McLeod kin he realizes that the only chance he has is to find a way to go back in time and prevent her death--and his kin can help him to achieve it. My Heart Stood Still is a terrific story with a splendid cast of secondary characters 'ghosties' if you will. It is exciting, poignant, romantic and funny. The plot is wonderfully robust and I found myself comparing this to the 'Ghost and Mrs. Muir' (with the roles reversed) which was one of my favorites - only this has a much better ending! The delightful humor of Thomas dealing with the ghosts and their 'ghostly squabbles' was hilarious! A most warm, fuzzy, and excellent novel I highly recommend
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Summary: A good story but....
Review: it was not what I've been waiting for. and I hope that the other stories are better because I do think that Ms. Kurland is a good writer and I've ordered the earlier works and looking forward to read them.
In "My Heart stood Still", I didn't like the heroine because it seemed like the man was doing everything possible for her but she was not even sure about her own feelings...or maybe I've missed it when I was reading.
Anyway, this was well written so it's worth reading.
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