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Summary: Excellent!
Review: Got this after I read her first book, A Rose in Winter, because I loved it so much. I know others have said this, Ms. Abe's style of writing is so unique, very intense. It's true. I'm so happy I've discovered her. This book maintains her style with a fresh story, and I loved the hero and heroine, and the location. Such great descriptions! VERY GOOD! Wanted more!
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Summary: I was enthralled.
Review: I know that when Shana Abe writes a book I will be buying it! Roland and Kyla go through so much but they are strong, and when they get together it is so rewarding. I love the way Ms. Abe writes because it is so different from anyone else. She is so descriptive and just pulls you right into the story. She is great with historical detail too. I didn't really read medievals before this but now I do because of her.
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Summary: A GOOD BOOK
Review: I really enjoyed this book. . .the plot moved quickly and the characters became friends. ..And If you want to read another book that goes straight to your heart, read Stolen Moments by Barbara Jeanne Fisher. . .It is a beautiful story of unrequited love. . .for certain the love story of the nineties. I intended to give the book a quick read, but I got so caught up in the story that I couldn't put the book down. From the very beginning, I was fully caught up in the heart-wrenching account of Julie Hunter's battle with lupus and her growing love for Don Lipton. This love, in the face of Julie's impending death, makes for a story that covers the range of human emotions. The touches of humor are great, too, they add some nice contrast and lighten things a bit when emotions are running high. I've never read a book more deserving of being published. It has rare depth. Julie's story will remind your readers that life and love are precious and not to be taken for granted. It has had an impact on me, and for that I'm grateful. Stolen Moments is written with so much sensitivity that it made me want to cry. It is a spellbinder. What terrific writing. Barbara does have an exceptional gift! This book was edited by Lupus specialist Dr. Matt Morrow too, and has the latest information on that disease. ..A perfect gift for someone who started college late in life, fell in love too late in life, is living with any illness, or trying to understand a loved one who is. . .A gift to be cherished forever.
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Summary: Powerful story
Review: I thought this book was great! I love books that aren't silly or hard to believe, and this one has a hero and heroine that seemed real and alive! I always wanted to know what happened next, and when it ended I coulnd't stop thinking about it. I thought the ending was perfect! I hope she keeps writing like this!
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Summary: Somehow lacking
Review: I was not very impressed with this book at all. I have a couple other books by Ms. Abe but this one was not near as good as the rest. :( I didn't even finish the book. The storyline was all over the place and I didn't really like the couple at all. They didn't seem to fit nor did it seem they should be together.
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Summary: Somehow lacking
Review: I was not very impressed with this book at all. I have a couple other books by Ms. Abe but this one was not near as good as the rest. :( I didn't even finish the book. The storyline was all over the place and I didn't really like the couple at all. They didn't seem to fit nor did it seem they should be together.
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Summary: Rivetting
Review: In 1117, King Henry sends the Earl of Lorleau, Lord Roland Strathmore, one of most his ferocious knights, to Scotland to arrest Lady Kyla Warwick, rumored to be a murderess. Roland knows he must honor his pledge to his liege, but also feels a certain loyalty to Kyla who, though he never met her, was once his betrothed before her family fell into regal disfavor.Roland catches Kyla, who remains defiant and vows to do more than just escape. She plans to wreck havoc on Roland, a man she feels is a traitor. However, neither of the duo expected love to enter their differences. Instead of just blindly handing over his prisoner to his king, Roland assists her on her quest to learn what really happened to ruin her family. THE PROMISE OF RAIN is an actin-filled and exciting Medieval romance that will exhilarate fans of the sub-genre. The lead protagonists are a delightfully dueling duo, who garner immediate attention and the support cast adds the necessary genuine feel to the plot. The brisk story line never stops moving forward as Shana Abe ably scribes a crowd pleasing historical romance that distinctly demonstrates her vast capabilities. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Romance at its Finest!
Review: Kyla and Roland's story was well worth reading. Here are two well defined characters who are a pleasure to follow and lead the reader on a merry chase. Although I found the conclusion of the story and the ultimate motivation behind the plot to be a bit weak, the steps to get to the end are interesting and entertaining. Kyla's story is a bit tragic since she loses everyone she loves and knows, but Roland's growing love, home and family all help to succor her loses. What a wonderful group of secondary characters. Lively, quick witted, loving, with a dash of, I don't know what to call it...paranormal...all draw the reader in. Kyla has just the right mixture of innocence and determination. Here was a fairly sheltered nobleman's daughter who was thrust into a position as the head of the family and protector. She learns what needs to be done to survive in the "wild" and does so without complaint (and actually misses that freedom when confined to Roland's Island). Yet she yearns for stability too, after she can avenge her mother's deaths and her father's suicide (although he did not kill himself, without his wife he had no desire to live). Roland is also an interesting character. His title as the Hound of Hell is fierce yet deceptive. As we learn, the king has given him this name because he goes after something and does not let up until the task is complete. His mission with Kyla is no different. It is true that they were once betrothed, but that is no reason to protect her. Deep down he feels that she and her family are innocent, or atleast has his doubts about her father killing her mother, and will safeguard her until it can be proven one way or the other. Besides the "bad guy" in the story, my only other complaint about the plot is the king, and the court's easy willingness to believe in Warwick's guilt. He was a loyal king's man, yet without proof and being an obviously grieving widower, he was presumed guilty and his family put at risk. I find that difficult to believe. All and all though, this was a great story, one you wouldn't want to miss.
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Summary: Worth picking up to read
Review: Kyla and Roland's story was well worth reading. Here are two well defined characters who are a pleasure to follow and lead the reader on a merry chase. Although I found the conclusion of the story and the ultimate motivation behind the plot to be a bit weak, the steps to get to the end are interesting and entertaining. Kyla's story is a bit tragic since she loses everyone she loves and knows, but Roland's growing love, home and family all help to succor her loses. What a wonderful group of secondary characters. Lively, quick witted, loving, with a dash of, I don't know what to call it...paranormal...all draw the reader in. Kyla has just the right mixture of innocence and determination. Here was a fairly sheltered nobleman's daughter who was thrust into a position as the head of the family and protector. She learns what needs to be done to survive in the "wild" and does so without complaint (and actually misses that freedom when confined to Roland's Island). Yet she yearns for stability too, after she can avenge her mother's deaths and her father's suicide (although he did not kill himself, without his wife he had no desire to live). Roland is also an interesting character. His title as the Hound of Hell is fierce yet deceptive. As we learn, the king has given him this name because he goes after something and does not let up until the task is complete. His mission with Kyla is no different. It is true that they were once betrothed, but that is no reason to protect her. Deep down he feels that she and her family are innocent, or atleast has his doubts about her father killing her mother, and will safeguard her until it can be proven one way or the other. Besides the "bad guy" in the story, my only other complaint about the plot is the king, and the court's easy willingness to believe in Warwick's guilt. He was a loyal king's man, yet without proof and being an obviously grieving widower, he was presumed guilty and his family put at risk. I find that difficult to believe. All and all though, this was a great story, one you wouldn't want to miss.
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Summary: Sorry, I've read better medieval romances.
Review: Overall the romance was okay. However, the story was completely ruined for me because I couldn't get past the way Lady Kyla was mercilessly hounded like a rabid dog by our hero. King and court were no prize either. Lastly, the surprising revelation at the end was really weak & came out of nowhere.
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