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Summary: Sheer brilliance.
Review: This novel is a brilliant, culturally enhanced urban romance that definitely outshines its competition. Sylvia and Fire are two lovers struggling with their reconciliation of the demons in their pasts and the forces of destiny that are drawing them together. In reading "Waiting in Vain" you'll find yourself yearning as we often do in our own lives for Sylvia and Fire to find the strength to love and be loved in spite of fear and circumstances. Colin Channer and "Waiting in Vain" are gems among a bunch of rocks. And being the true artist he is, this novel paints an exciting, engaging portrait of the ups and downs of romance on the canvas of life. It is undoubtedly sheer brilliance. Let there be more to follow.
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Summary: Waiting In Vain
Review: An enjoyable story about love, friendship self-esteem, failure and triumph told with clarity and humor. I was impressed by Channer's ability to weave these issues into an interesting tale that plays itself out through the lives and experiences of his character This book will hold your attention from the opening page to the end. It will touch your spirit.
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Summary: Waiting In Vain
Review: I found this book to be a gem. It depicted the scenes of Black love in a a very realistic and appealing sense. I could not put it down, it takes one to places that lift you out of your skin. Be prepared to be transformed and pleasantly surprised by this electrifying book. It is a must read. Bravo Colin Channer. We are awaiting your next creation.
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Summary: For The Romantic
Review: If you are a die hard romantic, then you will love this book. The characters were so life like and real that it was hard to remember that this was just a book I was reading and not about someone's life. This is one of those books that you can't put down, but don't want to come to an end. I can't wait to see what Mr. Channer has to offer in his next book.
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Summary: Waiting in Vain by Colin Channer
Review: Excellent book, can't wait for his next one
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Summary: The Perfect Love Story
Review: Reading "Waiting In Vain" was the perfect prescription for a long distance love.
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Summary: Waiting in Vain
Review: There is a mystical, romantic essence to this story that makes it beautiful. It is real and fantasy, feminine and masculine, urban and far away all at the same time. Channers words are like poetry subsequently sometimes drawn out and hard to follow but always pretty at the end. A story of love and self-discovery, this book can capture not only your interest but your soul if you let it.
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Summary: waiting in vein
Review: "waiting in vein", grabed my attention. I decided to read the book on the way to new york. the book was great company on my long flight. "Waiting in Vein" is full of culture, poetic and romantic writing style. The story jumps out and makes you feel that you can very well live this fantasy, even if it is for awhile.
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Summary: Sensual, realistic, great imagery, great!
Review: I can't believe I have had this book since August and just read this past week! The majority of the reviews I see agree with my opinion that this was a great book. As for those few who disagree, well you can't please everyone. Mr. Channer has captured the culture of the thirty-somethings of educated, middle-class people of African descent who live in the States, Jamaica and London. The characters were multi-dimensional and realistic. Fire was a some kind of man and while I didn't always like Sylvia, I was sympathetic to her character. This book got to the root of how our past and environment of our child affects what we carry over into our adulthood. As to what makes this book different from the so called "pop fizz" fiction and run-of-the-mill relationships stories is the depth to which the characters are drawn and therefore entices the reader to think intelligently about issues such as class structures among Blacks, moral dilemnas, and friendships. It even makes us think about the why of relationships. Not to mention the sensual poetry. The letter Fire wrote to Sylvia from Jamaica was my favorite. I applaud Mr. Channer on this book and look forward to more of his writing.
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Summary: True meaning of love, friendship, family, and yes, pain!
Review: Waiting for my flight at Hartsfield International Airport in Atlanta, I stopped by a bookstore and grabbed "Waiting in Vain". I started reading it right away. I didn't even realied when my flight took off from Atlanta or landed in St. Louis. This was on a Sunday. I finished reading the book the next day after work! There's a Fire in me expect that I'll love to have more of his humbleness. I like the fact that Colin portrayed two professional blacks in love. This book reminds us of the true meaning of love, family, friendship, and yes, pain. It reminds us to be real...and humble. And yes, I loved the reggae musical thread. Looking forward to reading your next books!
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