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Summary: Disappointed
Review: I was so excited about buying this latest book since I had read all of the Calder books and enjoyed them very much. However, I was so disappointed that the love story between Jessy and Ty Calder ended the way it did. Ty dying left me feeling that I wished I had never read it. I like to read a book and feel good with the ending. This one left me feeling depressed. Jessy spent all her life in love with Ty and was left alone again at the end. There was just nothing left at the end to say this book, Green Calder Grass was enjoyable reading.
Rating: 
Summary: Disappointing
Review: I've read the entire Calder Series and this was a real dispointment to me. In the beginning I hardly wanted to put it down. But when Ty died, I had to force myself to finish the book just for the sake of it. I kept waiting for the punch line and there wasn't one. I guess it's because I'm a big sucker for a happy ending. I'm not sure I want to read the next installment in this series.
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Summary: This was simply a wonderful sad experience!
Review: If you are an fan of the Calder series, "Green Calder Grass" is a must read. I have been a great fan of Janet Dailey's Calder books and I was so excited when this one came out. Since reading the last book "Calder Pride" (Cats and Logans story), I was so looking forward for the next installment. "Green Calder Grass" is so much pack with emotions and the characters that you just want to know them. Ty and Jessy are my favorite characters, after reading this book I went back to reread "Calder Born, Calder Bred" where they first fell in love. It was wonderful to read more about Ty and Jessy in "Green Calder Grass", they are very happy with the birth of their twin daughter and son. And of course Tara (Ty's first wife)should come back into the picture. Tara's father suddenly dies and she manages to get Ty and his sister Cat to attended his Texas furneral. She uses that opportunity to get an invatation to visit them in Montana. From then on Tara uses everything she can to instigate herself back in Ty's life because she wants him back. Jessy is very lady like with putting up with Tara, she doesn't trust Tara's motives. I commend Jessy, she abosolutely my favorite Calder wife of all the series. She stands up for herself and doesn't not back down from nothing. Although it took a tradegy for her to finally stand up to Tara, I look forward to read more about Jessy and her twins in the next Calder book. I was devestated with death of a main character, but it was just like life and their is not always happy endings. This book stayed with me for days even after I finished reading it. I highly recommend this book, it is a keeper on my bookshelf forever.
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Summary: Not a Romance novel
Review: IF YOU DON'T WANT TO KNOW THE ENDING, DON'T READ ANY FURTHER... While I think there were some romantic themes to this story, my definition of a romance novel includes a happy ending, not one where the love interest dies a tragic death at the end, leaving his family (including two young children) in turmoil. The book is incorrectly labeled as a contemporary romance. I buy romance novels because of the happy ending... I won't purchase any more of her books.
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Summary: Does the plagerizing continue?
Review: Janet Dailey has admitted to taking ideas for her stories from Nora Roberts. When the main character dies in this book, which is very unusal for romances, I had to wonder if she took that idea from the book, "Message in a Bottle." I will never again be able to read her books without wondering where the ideas and content came from.
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Summary: Disappointing
Review: Jessy Niles Calder and her husband Ty live on the Calder ranch in Montana, where they raise cattle. Jessy, pregnant with twins, feels secure in her marriage, except when Ty's ex-wife Tara creates tension in their lives. Tara has now come to realize she lost a good thing when she divorced Ty Calder. When the Calder's hold an auction on their land, Tara finds many reasons to visit, scheming to gain the Calder's trust, as she helps with auction preparations. Through the grapevine, Tara learns a piece of land the Calder's lease on the ranch can be bought for the right price. As the new owner of some Calder land she attempts to drive a wedge between Jessie and Ty, with no regard to the children, or other's lives. As the plans for Tara's new home on the property come together, she tries to find ways to integrate herself back into the Calder family, but finds herself pushed farther and farther away. Can Tara split Jessie and Ty? The novel GREEN CALDER GRASS has many wonderful characters, and a plot that brings love and happiness into the reader's heart. As a strong loveable woman, Jessy will appeal to the reader's senses. My favorite line in the entire novel sums up her character beautifully, she told Ty even though she could "ride like a man and work like a man, that didn't mean you didn't like flowers and candy." City girl, Tara is brought to life, when she throws her classiness around, trying to make herself appear superior, which gives the reader a comparison of city and country life that makes the story a treat to read. Ty, trying to please his wife and keep harmony with his ex-wife comes across as a strong man, full of integrity, determination, and honesty. The Calder legend lives on through him, he is a fair man, who treats all with respect, and doesn't let wrongdoing get past him. Ms. Dailey has created a delightful story full of love and heartache that is sure to delight any romance reader. The love and honesty shine through the scenes in GREEN CALDER GRASS, without the sexual content that makes some readers feel uncomfortable. This is a must read this summer, a novel to share with your family, and friends. The second novel in the series, SHIFTING CALDER WIND is out in hardback, and I look forward to reading more about the trials and tribulations of the Calder family. ......
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Summary: Calder love and honor
Review: Jessy Niles Calder and her husband Ty live on the Calder ranch in Montana, where they raise cattle. Jessy, pregnant with twins, feels secure in her marriage, except when Ty's ex-wife Tara creates tension in their lives. Tara has now come to realize she lost a good thing when she divorced Ty Calder. When the Calder's hold an auction on their land, Tara finds many reasons to visit, scheming to gain the Calder's trust, as she helps with auction preparations. Through the grapevine, Tara learns a piece of land the Calder's lease on the ranch can be bought for the right price. As the new owner of some Calder land she attempts to drive a wedge between Jessie and Ty, with no regard to the children, or other's lives. As the plans for Tara's new home on the property come together, she tries to find ways to integrate herself back into the Calder family, but finds herself pushed farther and farther away. Can Tara split Jessie and Ty? The novel GREEN CALDER GRASS has many wonderful characters, and a plot that brings love and happiness into the reader's heart. As a strong loveable woman, Jessy will appeal to the reader's senses. My favorite line in the entire novel sums up her character beautifully, she told Ty even though she could "ride like a man and work like a man, that didn't mean you didn't like flowers and candy." City girl, Tara is brought to life, when she throws her classiness around, trying to make herself appear superior, which gives the reader a comparison of city and country life that makes the story a treat to read. Ty, trying to please his wife and keep harmony with his ex-wife comes across as a strong man, full of integrity, determination, and honesty. The Calder legend lives on through him, he is a fair man, who treats all with respect, and doesn't let wrongdoing get past him. Ms. Dailey has created a delightful story full of love and heartache that is sure to delight any romance reader. The love and honesty shine through the scenes in GREEN CALDER GRASS, without the sexual content that makes some readers feel uncomfortable. This is a must read this summer, a novel to share with your family, and friends. The second novel in the series, SHIFTING CALDER WIND is out in hardback, and I look forward to reading more about the trials and tribulations of the Calder family. ......
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Summary: What a disappointment!!!!!
Review: Maggie and Chase's story was one of the first Janet Dailey books I ever read and I loved it so much!!! When Janet Daily killed off Maggie in Stands a Calder Man I swore I would never read her books again. Then Calder Pride came out and instead of buying it I got it at the library and read it and was pleasantly suprised. I was so excited when Green Calder Grass came out that I bought it as soon as it was on the shelf. Well, Ms. Dailey, you suckered me again. I can not believe that Ty died in this book. Talk about no romance! This time I'm sticking to my guns. I will never read/buy another Janet Dailey book again!
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Summary: Too sad of an ending!!
Review: Most of the Calder stories (and I have read them all) have some sadness in the story but for the most part, end on an upbeat note. I was really depressed when I finished this book! I am, however, hoping there is another chapter of the Calder Family on the way. I would like to see this saga ending on a positive note....leaving us readers with a good feeling!
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Summary: A page turner to the end!
Review: Readers will definately want to read the other books in the Calder series to truly appreciate the characters in this story. Dailey does a wonderful job of luring you into the story and keeping you there, with her wonderful detailed description and the love of the characters who we know so well. In this continuation of the Calder series, Chase Calder is back, along with his son Ty and daughter-in-law Jessy. Ty and Jessy face problems from the past in the form of Ty's first wife Tara, who forces her way back into their lives intent on starting trouble. This story takes some unbelievable twist and turns that will test the emotions of true Calder fans. Those who are looking for a story big on romance and "traditional" happy endings might be dissapointed, but for those looking for a story with strong Family roots, a deep love of land and family, strong characters, and a promise of more to come, will not be dissapointed. Well done Janet Dailey.
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