Seize the Dawn

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Summary: Simply wonderful...
Review: I have read ALL of Shannon Drake's Graham series and I love them all. Seize the Dawn unweaves a story of two people whose lives will forever be bound together, despite the raging war between their homelands. The thing I loved most about the book is that neither character denied their feelings for each other, as you find in numerous other romance novels. I love history and Shannon Drake does an excellent job weaving in historical facts with romantic fiction. Job well done!!

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Summary: a great read
Review: I really enjoy reading Shannon Drake novels. They always seem to combine and interesting plot with complex and likeable characters. Ms. Drake's new novel is no exception. Brenden and Eleanor, Lady of Clarin, create enough spark and sizzle throughout the book to keep one reading long into the night. There was also enough historical detail and intrique to keep the story moving from the very first page. I kept from rating this book a 5 star for the same reason that a previous reviewer sited. The first third of the book pitted Eleanor and Brenden in numerous conflicting situations which left both hero and heroine angry and frustrated. Brenden carries vivid memories of a battle injury incurred from the lovely Lady of Clarin that left continuing thoughts of vengence, against her, in his mind. Eleanor, despises all Scotts due to previous violence ,from the highlanders ,against her family. The two rant and rave at each other-almost at nauseum- for much of the book. THAT becomes tiring. The romance that erupts from the two is sudden and catches the reader by surprise. There is no real hint of attraction before Eleanor " throws" herself on Brenden and consummates the relationship. I certainly am not conservative enough to expect flowery words and gifts before a relationship starts. However, there is a bit of a gap between hate and love that could have been more succesfully and SMOOTHLY explored, from this author, given the quality of her latest book. With all that said it is still a wonderful read. Well worth the time. I understand this book is the beginning of The Graham family saga. I look forward to the next installment- as should you!!! P.S **Sometimes I wish the Amazon ratings had another half level to them***** I really would have given this book 4.5 stars. Just under that magical 5!! Enjoy!

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Summary: Who wouldn't like a heroine who fought in a war???
Review: In the beginning of this book, the heroine is fighting in a war and ends up knocking the hero out. What I loved about this book is the fact that she fights him throughout most of the book, and still it doesn't begin to bore you or make you want to burn the book!! Another classic Drake novel that will keep you reading long into the night.

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Summary: A Fine Romance
Review: Lady Eleanor of Clarin is traveling to France to marry her fathers friend in order to provide security for her people. On her way her ship is rudely border by pirates. During her captivity on board she encounters Brendan Graham of Scotland. Eleanor blames all Scots for her fathers death, but cannot deny the attraction. This is the start of Shannon Drake's Seize the Dawn, which is part of the chronicles of her own family history.

Requisite of all romances is the necessary heat and sizzle between hero and heroine and there is undeniable sparks between Brendan and Eleanor. There are also the necessary hurdles to overcome, Eleanor's own prejudice against the Scots and a marriage interfere with their happily ever after. Between them there is also the tension which makes exciting reading in romance stories.

I for one look forward to reading the sequels of this series.

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Summary: Are we reading the same book?
Review: The book was great. I highly recommend it! Enjoy...

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Summary: Not the best but certainly the least!
Review: This is my first Shannon Drake book and I totally dislike it, first of all I am a history buff, but Ms. Drake writes in the HR category not History, but this book can be consider a history book minus some details, I bought this book with the intentions of reading a Historical Romance novel but end up reading more about William Wallace, who I respect and love for what he believe in but that not what I expect. Ms Drake writes more about Wallace and his fights and the battle than of the romance between two people, sorry but I feel that this book was a waste of money on my part. And I advise readers not to buy this book if you are looking for a romance book to curl up at the fire with!!!!!

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Summary: Don't Waste Your Money !!!
Review: This was a really fun book to read because it takes a few twists and turns that you really don't expect. The love that develops between Brenden and Elenor is the best part of the story. I also love the fact that Elenor is such a strong charater even though she is a woman. Wonderful story.