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Summary: IT HAS ALL BEEN SAID!
Review: #2 - Black Raven's Pride was an enjoyable read. Just as good as some and not as bad as others.
One you should form your own opinion on.
It seems like the Black Raven brothers and others can't wait to hop in bed -- before even a ring is exchanged.
I am finding the writers excuses to put their characters in bed before marriage a bit on the boring side. As everyone does it.?? Ah well, to each his own.
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Summary: Black Raven's Pride
Review: Aimee Thurlo enters the secret baby marathon with "Black Raven's Pride," the sequel to December's "Christmas Witness." Eden Maes has returned to the San Esteban Pueblo with her baby son. Years ago, her parents were accused of stealing artifacts from the tribe. To guarantee her son's legacy, she must prove their innocence, even if someone is making it clear they want to keep the truth hidden. The one man whose help she doesn't want is the one who offers it. He may not know it, but Nick Black Raven is her son's father. Can she trust that he's changed enough for her to tell him?"Black Raven's Pride" may please those new to Thurlo's work. Unfortunately, regular readers may find much of it to be a less successful retread of her other books. Like most of her books, there is the expected racial conflict between one character who is Native American and one who is not, though it is given an interesting twist by having Eden be half white. That at least offers a fresh element to it. However, some of her other books, such as "Breach of Faith" (Intrigue 200) and "Shadow of the Wolf" (217) used the same theft of tribal artifacts plot, with one of the leads trying to prove an accused family member is innocent. The story line was more successful in those books, both of which are recommended over this one. This book's first chapter is its strongest. It kicks off with an action sequence, followed by some heated moments as the leads reunite for the first time since their child was conceived. From there, the book slows way down. The storytelling becomes lazy in more ways than one, like when the author offers exposition by having characters tell each other things they already know. (Having them preface it by saying "As I'm sure you know" before launching into a long speech doesn't make it more acceptable.) The book drags in the long stretches between the action sequences and more emotional moments. The mystery of who is threatening Eden is solved too early, which gets rid of much of the suspense element. The other, less interesting, mystery with the theft keeps going on and on for another hundred pages. It fails to compel because there are only three suspects, and the characters point out from the start that one was too young to be involved in the robbery. A mystery with two suspects isn't much of a mystery at all. Even if you haven't seen her use this plot before, it isn't very interesting. There are also at least one distracting subplot whose point I never understood. It only detracted from the main story. "Black Raven's Pride" contains Thurlo's usual Native American flair, a lot of good detail, and strong characters. The story also moves slower than most of this author's other books and the secret baby element offers nothing we haven't read a million times before to justify its use. While better than last year's dismal "Brothers of Rock Ridge" duet, it does not approach the author's best work. The Four Winds series, especially "Her Destiny" (427) and "Her Hero" (441) are recommended instead.
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Summary: Black Raven's Pride
Review: Aimee Thurlo enters the secret baby marathon with "Black Raven's Pride," the sequel to December's "Christmas Witness." Eden Maes has returned to the San Esteban Pueblo with her baby son. Years ago, her parents were accused of stealing artifacts from the tribe. To guarantee her son's legacy, she must prove their innocence, even if someone is making it clear they want to keep the truth hidden. The one man whose help she doesn't want is the one who offers it. He may not know it, but Nick Black Raven is her son's father. Can she trust that he's changed enough for her to tell him? "Black Raven's Pride" may please those new to Thurlo's work. Unfortunately, regular readers may find much of it to be a less successful retread of her other books. Like most of her books, there is the expected racial conflict between one character who is Native American and one who is not, though it is given an interesting twist by having Eden be half white. That at least offers a fresh element to it. However, some of her other books, such as "Breach of Faith" (Intrigue 200) and "Shadow of the Wolf" (217) used the same theft of tribal artifacts plot, with one of the leads trying to prove an accused family member is innocent. The story line was more successful in those books, both of which are recommended over this one. This book's first chapter is its strongest. It kicks off with an action sequence, followed by some heated moments as the leads reunite for the first time since their child was conceived. From there, the book slows way down. The storytelling becomes lazy in more ways than one, like when the author offers exposition by having characters tell each other things they already know. (Having them preface it by saying "As I'm sure you know" before launching into a long speech doesn't make it more acceptable.) The book drags in the long stretches between the action sequences and more emotional moments. The mystery of who is threatening Eden is solved too early, which gets rid of much of the suspense element. The other, less interesting, mystery with the theft keeps going on and on for another hundred pages. It fails to compel because there are only three suspects, and the characters point out from the start that one was too young to be involved in the robbery. A mystery with two suspects isn't much of a mystery at all. Even if you haven't seen her use this plot before, it isn't very interesting. There are also at least one distracting subplot whose point I never understood. It only detracted from the main story. "Black Raven's Pride" contains Thurlo's usual Native American flair, a lot of good detail, and strong characters. The story also moves slower than most of this author's other books and the secret baby element offers nothing we haven't read a million times before to justify its use. While better than last year's dismal "Brothers of Rock Ridge" duet, it does not approach the author's best work. The Four Winds series, especially "Her Destiny" (427) and "Her Hero" (441) are recommended instead.
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Summary: A very good romantic suspense
Review: Eden Maes returns to the Tewa Pueblo so that she can clear her parents name and be welcomed back into the tribe. Years ago, her parents were accused of stealing sacred tribal items, but Eden believes someone framed them. She never expected to encounter Nick Black Raven living in the Pueblo, but he has come home to claim his inheritance. Unbeknownst to Nick is that he is the father of Eden's son. Nick is now a tribal officer. He is determined to find the people responsible for harassing Eden. He insists on helping her with her quest. Working together, the pair tries to flush out an individual who plans to keep the stolen contraband for his use while fight the attraction that springs up between them. Aimee Thurlo always provides her readers with an exciting story and her latest, BLACK RAVEN'S PRIDE, is no exception to her track record. The work cleverly blends romance and suspense, giving it crossover appeal to fans of both genres. The fascinating heroine is stubborn, vulnerable, and yet strong. Her male counterpart is courageous, compassionate, yet so sensitive he fears being hurt by his feelings. Their love story makes for great reading. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: A very good romantic suspense
Review: Eden Maes returns to the Tewa Pueblo so that she can clear her parents name and be welcomed back into the tribe. Years ago, her parents were accused of stealing sacred tribal items, but Eden believes someone framed them. She never expected to encounter Nick Black Raven living in the Pueblo, but he has come home to claim his inheritance. Unbeknownst to Nick is that he is the father of Eden's son. Nick is now a tribal officer. He is determined to find the people responsible for harassing Eden. He insists on helping her with her quest. Working together, the pair tries to flush out an individual who plans to keep the stolen contraband for his use while fight the attraction that springs up between them. Aimee Thurlo always provides her readers with an exciting story and her latest, BLACK RAVEN'S PRIDE, is no exception to her track record. The work cleverly blends romance and suspense, giving it crossover appeal to fans of both genres. The fascinating heroine is stubborn, vulnerable, and yet strong. Her male counterpart is courageous, compassionate, yet so sensitive he fears being hurt by his feelings. Their love story makes for great reading. Harriet Klausner
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Summary: Black Raven's Pride is a story of gifts that last a lifetime
Review: Many of you may not know, but my husband David and I co-write the romance novels as well as our mysteries. We're particularly pleased that Black Raven's Pride was picked as a ROMANTIC TIMES TOP PICK FOR JUNE! This story takes place in a New Mexican Pueblo and it's one of our favorites, incorporating myths, a search for truth, and the future of a much loved child. We've tried to showcase the cultures that co-exist here in our home state in a way that will entertain and enlighten. Enjoy!
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Summary: 2nd book of the Black Raven brothers...
Review: Romance, Indian Culture, Mystery... This 2nd. book is a bit slow paced, but entertaining. The "Problems" between Nick & Eden are typical of young lovers & was pleased that they were able to maturely work them out. I didn't figure out the "Bad Guys" until they were exposed in the book. So I considered this book a light pleasant distaction, for a summers day.
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Summary: Romantic Times Review
Review: She'd left him when she realized he wanted a very different relationship than she did. Now, she's back on Pueblo land with a baby and a number of threatening letters; as a tribal deputy, he's the one who can protect her life. As usual, talented Aimée Thurlo creates excitement from the very first page in BLACK RAVEN?S PRIDE.
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