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Summary: Outstanding
Review: I was so amazed at how well this book was written.The characters were people you could relate to. Tanya was a "Very Strong Lady." I admire her for putting her daughter first in all her decisions. I would also like to compliment Nicole for not butting in, but remaining a true friend. Hats off to James for being a real man.
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Summary: Another Winner!
Review: Kimberla Lawson Roby's novels are wonderful and each surpasses the first. I highly recommend her books and usually complete them in one sitting- they are so hard to put them down. She's very detailed and has the ability to hold your attention with each new page. This is definitely a sign of an author that will be around for a while. She makes an aspiring novelist want to emmulate her works. I can't wait till the next one comes out!
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Summary: WOW!
Review: This book totally blew me away! The story of the Black family was long overdue. I know a few Curtis Blacks myself, so I know where Kimberla was coming from in telling this story. I'm usually very wordy in my reviews, but I'm really left without words after reading this book. It was THAT good! I was totally stunned by the ending, and, though Curtis's story was extreme, I think anyone who claims to be a Christian can learn a lesson from his fall from grace. This is the second book I've read by Roby, and she has truly grown as a writer in comparison to her first book, Behind Closed Doors. She's really a great storyteller. I'm now reading Here and Now. I can't wait to see what new controversial issue Roby will tackle in her next novel. Hurry up with your next book, Kim!
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Summary: Another good job by Ms Roby
Review: I really enjoy the writings of Kimberla Lawson Roby so I must say I was pleased again. This is the story of Rev and Ms Black. Power, money and women become the Rev. downfall. Ms Roby was able to take us upclose and personal with the corrupt preacher and Ms Black, who with her own faults, struggles to maintain a marriage that was not there. I especially like the Pastor's Appreciation Day.
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Summary: It's about time!
Review: I just finished the book at 5am this morning. It took me a couple of days to get off and running but once I got started I could not put it down. The fact that I am a minister's wife made the reading even more interesting. There are women who act like Adrienne and ministers who act like Curtis. All in all, he got exactly what he deserved. I am not at all pleased with the choice that Tanya made in bringing a "man of her own" into the picture. I know that she felt alone, because she was. However, James should have never become a part of her life until after the divorce was final. This is an excellent read. Fast paced and believeable. It is about time that truth is told about men who want to be God.
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Summary: I couldn't put it down to save my life!
Review: Kim Roby has done it! this book is such a gripping look into one woman's pain filled struggle with her husband that just happens to be a man of the cloth. Man of the Flesh would have been more apporpriate. Tanya Black is an strong, successful woman with a husband that can't be faithful if he tried. This novel spins the web of decit, pain and plenty of get back. The writing is clear and vivid. I could see the emotion laced within the words and I could feel the pain, fear and faith of each character. Kim, you've done it. This is the first of your works that my bookclub has read, but with writing like this, IT WON'T BE THE LAST! The Eye of RA Bookclub.
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Summary: EXCELLENT
Review: The novel opens to a world of hopefullness with a young couple starting on a journey of togetherness and spirituality, but eight years later all this is turned around. I have to admit because I read so much I cannot remember the main character's name but her lack of naivete' and trust is what alot of women do today. I was with her all the way with trying to give her marriage all that she could but I was also with her when she said enough was enough. Now the only thing I didnt like about the book was her reasoning to stray when her married life wasnt taken care of--when she hadnt made any concrete moves to end it. What this book also echoed is that spirtuality is in the heart not a church/building/man/tithe. I dont even think it is worth mentioning the souless display of her husband Curtis! Without a doubt I recommend this book and it is now being circulated throughout my friends list to finally be read again by me!
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Summary: UP and JUMPING
Review: This book had me up and jumping. Pastor Custis, was just like a pastor I knew 3yrs. ago. Mr. Man, chose to follow only his laws, and had forgot all about the commitment he made with GOD. I'm not saying all pastor are like this Pastor Curtis Black. However if your lost your way this book will also help you see your own short coming. I can not judge Pastor Black -but- it sure was funny reading how he actually thought he was doing this for the church. THIS BOOK WAS A TRIP! I don't have a clue, why some women know a man is married they believe he's going to leave his marrage to marry them "WAKE-UP LADIES." I'm truly happy sister Black got out of that abusive relationship, because it wasn't go for her nor her dauther...no women worthy of treatment like that. Over all THIS BOOK WILL KEEP YOUR ATTENTION.... I CAN'T WAIT FOR HER NEXT MASTER PIECE-4 STARS
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Summary: Good Reading
Review: I enjoyed this book. It did take a few chapters for me to really get into the book, but eventually I could not put the book down. This book is a definite must read. It's about time someone told this story. Much success and blessings to Kim Roby. I'm waiting for the next one. Peace!
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Summary: Good Vs. Evil
Review: Ms. Roby's latest novel is absolutely superlative. A timeless story of good versus evil are often classics in the making and this is no exception. The protagonist, Tanya Black is truly an everywoman and easily indentified with. The supporting characters also are beautifully written with wonderful dialogue as well. Ms Roby has in sense, captured the ordinariness of human failings and placed it an extraordinary story. Bravo Ms.Roby. Bravo!
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