Prairie Moon

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Summary: An outstanding author
Review: ....and don't judge the author by this book. Maggie Osborne is one of the best writers I've ever read, but this is definitely not her best. It's pretty slow and had such potential for a great story, but she never hit her mark. Ms. Osborne just went off in too many directions and never really hit home with a story line. I gave it 2 stars because I was able to finish the book, but I really regretted the purchase. I know I won't pick it up a second time. Try her early stuff, like The Best Man, The Bride of Willow Creek and The Stranger's Wife. Her newer work just isn't cutting it for me.

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Summary: DON'T JUDGE A BOOK BY IT'S AUTHOR
Review: ....and don't judge the author by this book. Maggie Osborne is one of the best writers I've ever read, but this is definitely not her best. It's pretty slow and had such potential for a great story, but she never hit her mark. Ms. Osborne just went off in too many directions and never really hit home with a story line. I gave it 2 stars because I was able to finish the book, but I really regretted the purchase. I know I won't pick it up a second time. Try her early stuff, like The Best Man, The Bride of Willow Creek and The Stranger's Wife. Her newer work just isn't cutting it for me.

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Summary: I finished it but.....
Review: I have enjoyed so many of her books; that's why I kept going with this one.
Maggie's plots are different, which is always welcome in the field of romance. And her characters have real character, as opposed to being close to perfect. Yet, this book fails. The first half is great. The second half is so long and drawn out. Look for earlier books (like Silver Lining). Oh Maggie, I will still buy your next one, but fans beware.

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Summary: Another great read by Maggie Osborne....
Review: I love this author. Her books don't come out as often as I would like, but that is probably why they are so well written. This story had me engrossed from the beginning. You feel as if you are right there with Della experiencing her torn emotions, feelings of guilt, and bitter loneliness. This one is a keeper and I will look forward to anything by Maggie Osborne in the futute.

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Summary: Wonderful Story
Review: I loved this book. As others noted in their reviews, it is a bit slow. However, I did not mind this. The majority of the book describes the travels of the main characters. During their journey they learn to overcome the hurdles of their past and fall in love. It is a beautiful love story between two people who were never likely to fall in love. I also like the fact that the main characters are mature and discuss their issues (with the exception of one secret which I understood). If you like your stories poignant and mature, then I recommend this book.

Rating:
Summary: Wonderful Story
Review: I loved this book. As others noted in their reviews, it is a bit slow. However, I did not mind this. The majority of the book describes the travels of the main characters. During their journey they learn to overcome the hurdles of their past and fall in love. It is a beautiful love story between two people who were never likely to fall in love. I also like the fact that the main characters are mature and discuss their issues (with the exception of one secret which I understood). If you like your stories poignant and mature, then I recommend this book.

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Summary: Prairie Guilt.....
Review: I'm a fan of Maggie Osborne's novels. But I found Prairie Moon to be tiresome. Mostly because I just didn't like either Della Ward (the heroine), or James Cameron (the hero.) Della was too self-pitying. Cameron also suffered from his share of overblown angst, but was also a bit cold. The whole 'quest' to find Claire (the daughter Della was forced to give up at 17) was very unsatisfying.

I like Osborne best when she sticks to Americana, but also when the subject matter is a little more upbeat. This novel dwelled a bit too much on the past (the fate of Della's late husband Clarence), and the fate of her child (Claire), and not on the relationship or current situation of either of the main two characters. Because Claire and James' pasts were not that upbeat, I found it a trifle maudlin and not very romantic. My advice? Skip Prairie Moon, unless you simply MUST read an author's entire backlist.

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Summary: An outstanding author
Review: I'm a long-time fan of Maggie Osborne and reading any book of hers is always a special treat. PRAIRIE MOON has all the ingredients that make her books such satisfying reads. Endearing characters overcome great odds, and the story is enriched with fascinating historical detail. For those of you who have never read one of her books, PRAIRIE MOON is a great place to start. Highly recommended.

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Summary: Beware!
Review: I'm new to Maggie Osborne, having read (and loved!) two other novels of hers last week, but I expected "Prairie Moon" to get better, and it never did. After reading about 1/3 of it, I remembered my tried and true rule: give the book a good chance and if it doesn't get better, don't assume it will. I just read the end to satisfy my curiosity (Yes, I know this is forbidden by the "rules," but get real! Reading is supposed to be fun and there are too many great books to wade through a dud). Bottom line: if you MUST read it, get it from the library!

Rating:
Summary: Beware!
Review: I'm new to Maggie Osborne, having read (and loved!) two other novels of hers last week, but I expected "Prairie Moon" to get better, and it never did. After reading about 1/3 of it, I remembered my tried and true rule: give the book a good chance and if it doesn't get better, don't assume it will. I just read the end to satisfy my curiosity (Yes, I know this is forbidden by the "rules," but get real! Reading is supposed to be fun and there are too many great books to wade through a dud). Bottom line: if you MUST read it, get it from the library!