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Summary: What a great book
Review: I thought the book was super! Even though it took me 2 and a half weeks to read I thought it was the best book I ever read. My favorite character was Jojo and I can't wait to read her next book.Also I thought Francine was the meanest.
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Summary: One of the few historical romances for teens
Review: I was a little leary about purchasing this book, but i am glad i did. It was absolutely wonderful, i enjoyed it very much and despratly wish there were more like it, I suggest it for anybody 12 and up. You will love it. Although i wish it was a litte more detailed in the relationship between belle and danial.
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Summary: Young At Heart
Review: I'm not a teenager, but I enjoyed Belle and the Beau. Ms Jenkins is one of my favorite authors and she never disappoints you whether she's writing for the young or the mature. The AA historical information she includes in her writing is enlightening and a history lesson as well. She can not write fast enough for me, but a good author takes their time and does not try to make quotas, yet I can not wait for her next book.
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Summary: Young At Heart
Review: I'm not a teenager, but I enjoyed Belle and the Beau. Ms Jenkins is one of my favorite authors and she never disappoints you whether she's writing for the young or the mature. The AA historical information she includes in her writing is enlightening and a history lesson as well. She can not write fast enough for me, but a good author takes their time and does not try to make quotas, yet I can not wait for her next book.
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Summary: Excellent romance!
Review: If you have ever read anything written by Beverly Jenkins you will Love this book. Although, this title was written for young adults I found it to be an excellent read. There is no "sex" in Belle and the Beau however, Beverly takes you there and leaves you wanting more. After meeting her in at a book signing in Dallas, I learned this book was written to help young ladies understand how they are SUPPOSE to be treated....with Respect!!!! After I read the book, the light did go off in my head and I agree there was definitely a need for this book. Belle and the Beau was not written to focus on slavery because according to Beverly "slavery is not romantic". Another thing I love about this book and her other novels is how black people during that time treated each other. The people in the community treated each other with love, respect and they looked after each other with is something I find lacking in some of our African American communities. I guarantee after you read Belle and The Beau it will NOT be the last work you read by this author....EVERYTHING she writes wonderful!!! -JeT
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Summary: Shows promise
Review: In an engaging story of pre-Civil War times, Ms. Jenkins brings readers a heroine worth routing for, along with a setting and plot that have a ring of authenticity. Ms. Jenkins has obviously done the research needed to draw readers into history and show them what it might have been like to live and love in such a turbulent time. Her heroine is a likeable young lady, and if the hero doesn't leap off the pages with as much personality as Belle, he is at least good-hearted and inoffensive. The story doesn't delve far into the darkest experiences of slavery, but does offer interesting information on the Underground Railroad and the odious ways of slavecatchers. The True Romance series shows promise as a vehicle for introducing young adult readers to the romance genre in a gentle, educational manner, if the target audience can find it on the shelves. Worth checking out.
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Summary: Another Great Teen Romance
Review: It's 1859 in Whittaker, Michigan. Belle Palmer has just suffered a grueling escape as a slave from the north, and has been separated from her father. She finds safety with the Best's, a free black family. Which includes the handsome Daniel Best, an educated 18-year-old boy. Belle falls in love with him, but not before she finds out that he is already engaged to the pettiset girl of color. What she doesn't completely realize, is that secretly Daniel loves her too. This was an excellent historical romance aimed at sharing the truths of slaves and what they had to go through, and love. Obviously Beverly Jenkins is quite the writer, being able to write romances for not only adults but teens as well. I hope to read more by her.
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Summary: A Romantic History Lesson
Review: The Belle and the Beau would do any African American history buff
proud. Though targeted for a young adult audience, it is well worth anyone's time to read. This historical romance is so full of little known black history facts, that one could learn a lot and still enjoy the budding romance of the teenagers Belle and Beau. Belle, a runaway slave, is taken in by the Best family after being separated from her father. She is amazed by this free family and even more intrigued by their son, Daniel. Daniel, who at first mistakes her for a boy, finds he likes what he sees when he realizes she is a girl. During her stay with the Best family, Belle and Daniel become close, but "Frannie the Queen" is lingering in the shadows waiting to cause trouble. With the help of the Best family and other friends, Belle and you the reader will learn the history of the underground escape routes, the plight of the abolitionists beyond Frederick Douglass, and the dangers that can be caused by the slave catchers. I found this book charming and full of history. I have always
enjoyed the historical romances by Beverly Jenkins for the mature audience. I am glad that a younger audience can now have the same opportunity to experiences these romantic history lessons. Jeanette Wallington
APOOO Bookclub
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Summary: Perfect Historical Romance
Review: The book is dripping with facts about what coloreds went through during the cruel times of slavery and the amazing people who helped put an end to it. The alliances between the abolitionists were strong and heart-warming that they should do anything to help a slave, even at the rusk of their own lives and families. It makes me proud to know our anncestors would put themselves through fire to aide the slaves to freedom.
read this book- even if you're not a history buff like I am, I assure you there are many other factors to enjoy as well, such as the romance and the humorous views (I laughed A LOT while reading this novel)and the bond between people that you come to call family. It is an amazing accomplishment. Thumbs up to Beverly E. Jenkins!
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Summary: Perfect Historical Romance
Review: The book is dripping with facts about what coloreds went through during the cruel times of slavery and the amazing people who helped put an end to it. The alliances between the abolitionists were strong and heart-warming that they should do anything to help a slave, even at the rusk of their own lives and families. It makes me proud to know our anncestors would put themselves through fire to aide the slaves to freedom.
read this book- even if you're not a history buff like I am, I assure you there are many other factors to enjoy as well, such as the romance and the humorous views (I laughed A LOT while reading this novel)and the bond between people that you come to call family. It is an amazing accomplishment. Thumbs up to Beverly E. Jenkins!
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