Unorthodox Proposal

Rating:
Summary: An excellent love story
Review:

This new novel by Martine Jardin surpasses even her excellent first book, "Shadowed Love," in suspenseful, creative and highly imaginative story-telling. Jardin is a smooth, persuasive writer, adept at describing convincing, authentic characters with whom the reader empathizes. She is that rarity, a new author of genuinely great talent, and I predict great things for her.

After reading her latest effort, I confidently predict a glowing future. Her narrative is imaginative and innovative, and her characters live and breathe. "Unorthodox Proposal" is story of lost love, resilience and courage. The story is well paced and will hold you spellbound until the end. Truly the work of a creative mind of the first order.

After "Shadowed love," I expected fine work from this writer, and I was not disappointed. Soon, I'm sure, she will have a coterie of admirers who will follow her every word with the same delight that I have.

Joseph H. Pierre

Rating:
Summary: Proven Master
Review: Martine Jardin is a proven master of the paranormal, but how does she shape up as a writer of contemporary romance?

Flight Attendant Marina Dubois is tired of her ex-fiancé's harassment. She meets Victor Jamieson, a writer non-fiction, who proposes marriage at their first meeting. He doesn't appear to want to let the matter drop. He leaves behind one of his books and she finds herself attracted to the writer of the words, though the man himself holds no interest for her. Still, she accepts his offer to accompany him to deepest, darkest Africa, where she is drawn into a vortex of mystery, intrigue, and a romance that will leave you begging for more.

The characters jump out of the page with their realistic emotions and conflicts. Soon you will think of Marina and Victor as old friends. Friends that you want to see reach the happy ever after. The characters do not overshadow the plot, which could stand on its own without the sizzling romance. But you'll enjoy their adventures and reach a satisfying ending.

Ms Jardin is a master of many genres. I look forward to reading her next offering.

Rating:
Summary: Proven Master
Review: Martine Jardin is a proven master of the paranormal, but how does she shape up as a writer of contemporary romance?

Flight Attendant Marina Dubois is tired of her ex-fiancé's harassment. She meets Victor Jamieson, a writer non-fiction, who proposes marriage at their first meeting. He doesn't appear to want to let the matter drop. He leaves behind one of his books and she finds herself attracted to the writer of the words, though the man himself holds no interest for her. Still, she accepts his offer to accompany him to deepest, darkest Africa, where she is drawn into a vortex of mystery, intrigue, and a romance that will leave you begging for more.

The characters jump out of the page with their realistic emotions and conflicts. Soon you will think of Marina and Victor as old friends. Friends that you want to see reach the happy ever after. The characters do not overshadow the plot, which could stand on its own without the sizzling romance. But you'll enjoy their adventures and reach a satisfying ending.

Ms Jardin is a master of many genres. I look forward to reading her next offering.

Rating:
Summary: JARDIN STRIKES HER PEN AGAIN
Review: Martine Jardin, author of ?Shadowed Love? has struck her pen again, in this fast-paced, romance-adventure, ?Unorthodox Proposal.? Jardin ensures that we are presented with a rich canvass of culture, colorful geographical imagery, African customs, romance, adventure and a dash of humor. As we follow Victor and Marina on their journey to Africa, we discover not only the elements to these realistic three-dimensional characters, but also are plunged into a plot with suspense, intrigue and danger. A book guaranteed to keep you entertained from start to finish, Jardin ensures that no stone is left unturned, no outcome predicted, and restores your faith in the term ?soul mate?.

Review By J.B. Scott, Acquisition Editor ? © September 2000

Rating:
Summary: Love with an exotic setting
Review: Travel once more through Africa, guided by the vivid pen of Martine Jardon, who describes it so well that the reader feels transported there. Jardin is at her suspenseful best. so allow yourself plenty of time because you won't be able to put the book down until you reach the last page.