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Summary: A Magnificent Historical Romance - Great Australian Setting
Review: It is 1808. Bryony Wentworth has been transported to New South Wales after being convicted of manslaughter. Pregnant during her journey, she gives birth but her son dies after only a few months. Imprisoned in the "Female Factory" the distraught Bryony is "bought" by Hayden St. John as a wet nurse for his own infant son - his wife dying in childbirth and his previous wet nurse's milk having dried up. Bryony is grieving not only for the baby she lost, but for the young daughter she was forced to leave behind in England.Bryony naturally assumes she is not only going to be a wet nurse but a victim of her master's sexual desires as well. However Hayden St. John, although he desires Bryony, is too much of a gentleman to act on those desires. He feels guilty for having these feelings so soon after his beloved wife's death. They travel to Hayden's land, a few days' ride from the large town where Bryony becomes cook, housekeeper, as well as wet nurse, staying in the room previous belonging to Hayden's deceased wife, Laura. The book is full of great secondary characters including Gideon - the young Irishman whose wife and children he longs to bring to be near him, Quincy the young boy who is wise beyond his years, and Louisa the common-law wife of an adjacent landowner who has buried four of her five children. As I am writing this, I am struck by how difficult it is to convey how truly wonderful this book is without giving away too much of the story -- the characters were so real, the setting so vividly described, the writing seamless, the sexual tension almost palpable. But what can I say to convince those reading this to run out and get this book ASAP??? Should I tell you it's going on my keeper shelf immediately? Or should I tell you I was so sorry for it to end that I've actually considered re-reading it right away? Or can I say that I hope the next book might be a sequel (perhaps with Quincy as the hero) so I can visit these characters/this setting again? NIGHT IN EDEN is one of the best historical romances I've read. Please, please, do yourself a favor and put this on your TBB list - and don't put off reading it. As Catherine Coulter is quoted on the stepback as saying, "You won't be sorry. Trust me on this."
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Summary: Good plot, poor grammar
Review: Night In Eden has a great plot with interesting twists. But, unfortunately, her poor grip on the English language made it a chore to read. She had a lax way of talking and repeated herself too much. Did she write this book for children or for adults? But, she did have a good plot... and it was her only saving grace. I won't be looking for her novels again!
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Summary: Brilliant
Review: Night in Eden is a truly beautiful and touching story of passion, struggle, and survival. It's so rich and complex in characterization and historical detail that it stands above the best of the rest in the historical romance genre. The journey of two like souls (Bryony and Hayden) coming together under tragic circumstances in brutal conditions was so compelling I read it through in a single sitting and will re-read it soon. I've rarely ever been so immersed in a book. As soon as I finished it I ordered all the rest of Candice Proctor's books. I can hardly wait to read them.
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Summary: The best Romance I've read all year!!
Review: Now I've read hundreads of romance novels and I was at the point where I thought of giving them up because none could keep my interest let alone inspire much feeling. But then I read "Night in Eden." This was the novel that put me back on the reading horse. It was so bitter-sweet and I was right there with Bryony and the Captain. I don't want to say any more about what goes on in the story than what has already been written because I don't want to deprive the reader of one ounce of reading pleasure, but if you don't pick this book up you have NO IDEA what a wonderful book you'll be missing. By the way, if any of you out there have found a ook that is anything like this let me know!
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Summary: CANDICE PROCTOR, THIS WOMAN CAN WRITE A GOOD ROMANCE!
Review: This book is perfect in every way. The characters are so real. I borrowed it from a friend and now i have been looking for it in my local book stores. When reading this story you will not be able to to put it down. This book will entice your senses. If you are like me after you read it you will want to read it again right after you finished it the 1st time. I insist that you go out and buy this book right away!!
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Summary: The Perfect Romance
Review: This book is perfect in every way. The characters are so real. I borrowed it from a friend and now i have been looking for it in my local book stores. When reading this story you will not be able to to put it down. This book will entice your senses. If you are like me after you read it you will want to read it again right after you finished it the 1st time. I insist that you go out and buy this book right away!!
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Summary: OUTSTANDING!!!
Review: This has got to be one of my favorite romances! I am an avid reader of romances, mainly historical, and having read through such phrases as "his throbbing manroot" and "she opened herself up to him as a flower opens itself to the sun" - let's just say I normally scan over the sex scenes or skip them completely. But not the case with this story!!! This story holds some serious sexual tension up until the moment that the two finally find themselves in one another's arms and when they did...I wanted to stand up and cheer. *laugh This story is beautifully written. It tells the story of Bryony, who is accused of murdering her cheating spouse and sentenced to a life of servitude in the Australian colonies. She is purchased by Hayden who is in need of a wetnurse for his newborn infant after the child's mother passed away during childbirth. Bryony grieves for the child that was taken from her before she was sent away...and the one she lost along the way. Hayden is bitter and struggles with feelings of guilt over the loss of his wife. The author portrays the hardships that the people faced living in such a harsh land and you're drawn into the lives of all the characters. This story is simply wonderful!!! I can't say enough about it. I've recommended it many times and anyone I've shared it with express the same sentiments regarding this true "love story". Definitely a keeper.
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Summary: OUTSTANDING!!!
Review: This has got to be one of my favorite romances! I am an avid reader of romances, mainly historical, and having read through such phrases as "his throbbing manroot" and "she opened herself up to him as a flower opens itself to the sun" - let's just say I normally scan over the sex scenes or skip them completely. But not the case with this story!!! This story holds some serious sexual tension up until the moment that the two finally find themselves in one another's arms and when they did...I wanted to stand up and cheer. *laugh This story is beautifully written. It tells the story of Bryony, who is accused of murdering her cheating spouse and sentenced to a life of servitude in the Australian colonies. She is purchased by Hayden who is in need of a wetnurse for his newborn infant after the child's mother passed away during childbirth. Bryony grieves for the child that was taken from her before she was sent away...and the one she lost along the way. Hayden is bitter and struggles with feelings of guilt over the loss of his wife. The author portrays the hardships that the people faced living in such a harsh land and you're drawn into the lives of all the characters. This story is simply wonderful!!! I can't say enough about it. I've recommended it many times and anyone I've shared it with express the same sentiments regarding this true "love story". Definitely a keeper.
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Summary: Night in Eden
Review: This is an excellent adventure and romance story, not silly like so many romance novels. The author knows her subject (Australia) and has researched the history well. The building sexual tension between the two principals and the suspense in the other plot lines make it a tale that's hard to put down. I can't wait to read more from this author.
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Summary: One of the Best Romances I have Read
Review: This is the first book from Candice Porter I have read and I cannot wait to begin reading her other novels. From the minute I read the first page, I knew that this book would be original and hard to put down. The characters are believable and Ms. Proctor's writing is so detailed that you feel you are there with them throughout the book. I would definitely recommend this book - you will not be sorry that you bought it!
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