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"Amy never knew being best friends could be so hard. When Jill's parents divorce, Jill's sudden rebelliousness puts Amy's friendship with her on the line"

"Great book for teaching young students about glaciers and ice sheets. "

" WOW!, April 29, 2008 By Debra Gaynor "Debra Gaynor" (Hawesville, KY USA) - See all my reviews Michaela Riley Publish America, 2007 1-4241-9767-8 5 Stars WOW! Occasionally, a book comes along that grabs your attention and will not let go. Embittered Justice is one of those books. When I started reading Embittered Justice, I truly thought it was a true story or inspired by an actual event. After checking, I discovered it was completely fiction. Few authors have the talent to make a story seem so real. Jennifer buys a house and has a problem getting the former owners to move out. The older couple are very unreasonable and friends of the police. She should have met the neighbors before buying the house. The neighbors were not "neighborly." The former owners and neighbors acted as though she had taken the house away from them instead of buying it. Shortly after moving in, a box was left on her doorstep. It did not have her name on it, but it did have her address. Of course, she opened the box. Who has not opened mail that has delivered to their house--sometimes by accident and sometimes out of curiosity? Soon she was charged with theft. Embittered Justice is a highly charged story. The plot and characters were well-developed. Jennifer reacted and took some bad advice. Her character was highly emotional and multidimensional. When she and Michael went climbing, I feared for her life. I did not trust him. You can tell I became very involved in this story. The lawyers and law enforcement people were all unreasonable and dishonest. If you like high drama, you will love Embittered Justice. "

"Picks up immediately after Richard Stark's "The Handle" (or "Run Lethal," depending on your copy). We see what other kind of misadventure Grofield gets himself thrust into just trying to get home. While not as intense as the Parker books, this Grofield story is a worthy edition to your collection. Recommended."

"I am a volunteer speechwriter and activist involved with several environmental and human rights causes. This reference book is a God send. With over 4,000 up-to-date quotes, it covers the entire waterfront of left-of-center politics. Even if I didn't use this book to write speeches, I would read it for inspiration. Its message is that liberalism - both its secular and religious branches - is a compelling worldview. I would recommend "What Liberals Believe" to every progresive I know, including those who are still sitting on the fence. "

"A great example of a man who stood for Christ through great persecution. Perhaps too the testimony of his wife and son who stayed faithful through the many many years of Wurmbrand's imprisonment should spur believers on to stand steadfast through trials and tribulations."

"This account of how quickly an average teen can be thrust into a world of drugs was a real eye opener. As a parent, it’s easy to think “not my child” and I am sure Kristina felt that way about herself before “Bree” took over. The way this book is written, in verse, creates a powerfully dramatic narrative. Although this may be a quick read, a story within a story is discovered by reading down the columns. I would recommend this book to every teen and parent."

"This is a great book if you love mysteries. And the scene ends up around where my mother grew up. This book has been with me since was born"

""Writing and illustrating this book was a labor of love for the Lord. I pray your children enjoy reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it. God Bless! Patricia Basal / myspace.com/patriciabasal" "

"James Patterson is known for his mysteries such as the Cross series and the Women’s murder club. “Sundays at Tiffany’s” is a love story resembling the likes of Nicholas Sparks, a love which knows no boundaries and can withstand the test of time. This novel surpasses “Sam's Letters to Jennifer” and comes in a close second behind “Suzanne's Diary for Nicholas”. "

"This book is a sham! If you're looking for an average book of fiction about the mob this book is for you. To say this book is non-fiction with just a few embellishments is a joke. This book is told from the point of view of an author who was in law enforcement and has already told his N.F. story in his 1st book and talks as a storyteller, filling in important details out of his head, he should know better but his interest is in selling the book. I will need to read the authors first book on the same subject to be totally fair but this book is just a waste of time."

"John Perkins has done a real service to Americans by revealing the true motivations behind "economic aid" to third world countries. This book could also be titled "Political Science 101", as it explains clearly that loans are made with the sinister true purpose of indebting poor countries to the point where they have no recourse but to default. Once the default has occurred, then of course the United States takes the oil reserves, mineral rights - or whatever has value in satisfaction of the debt. The sad part of the equation is - that all of this is planned ahead of time. The loans are made with the express purpose of enslaving the country, and confiscating their wealth! Political assasinations, empire building and the lies and deceits of government (our government), are carefully explained in thorough detail. For those of you who still think of your country as the holder of the moral "high ground", you owe it to yourself to read this book. Be prepared for the depression that follows. This is not an easy read. But I can guarantee - it will change your view of the "land of the free, and the home of the brave"! "

"I've only recently found the Elloitt Roosevelt mystery books and I love them! This is one of the best ones I've read so far. The writing is great and the historical aspect of the setting. I feel like I have a front seat to history being made. It's very exciting! The twists and turns of the murder mysteries was good. I really enjoyed the book and look forward to the next one. Eleanor was very funny and down to earth. I like her alot. Barbara Howard"

"This book is very useful for all the employees those who work for 40 hours per week. Read this book and become Independent Business Owner. This book will create self image , self confidence within u. After reading Who stolen the American Dream i become more creative and positive.. "

"My wife absolutely loves the book. She remarked it is the easiest church history book to read, from the many different others she had previously read."

"I have read this book many times it has romance, suspense, humor great leading man & lady. If you like enoch you shouldn't miss this book!"

"'We rarely tell the people who stick with us at times just how they affected us. We should, I am and I hope we all do so at one point in our lives, let those who meant something to us know just that even if we may never cross paths again.' this is part of the acknowledgment's page, not a poem in the book. The poems, however are remarkable. This book is incredible for a first time poetry book. I love the layout, the variety, the creativity in the work. It seems to me that there are 3 major sections of the book. I had listened to a radio interview with TL Chester recently and the DJ did ask her that and she said that is exactly how she planned it, it gives off a certain mystique about it that makes you want to read it again. I think it takes a creative thinker to appreciate this book. After having googled the author I found that she has worked on other writings but this is the first poetry. She had mentioned a fiction book that I look forward to getting. This book is a real, gut wrenching, intellectual approach through proses and poems. I am glad to see it and hope that more come to follow. The writer stated that she wrote some of these poems on different perspectives and all I could think was how creative and difficult it must be to write fictional and non-fictional poetry. It makes you wonder what comes from her and what she envisioned. Simply excellent. "

"Watchman Nee defines and encapsulate the very essence of the worker of the LORD as well as the work that is to be performed. He gives life as well as breath to the attitude that one should have when working in God's Vineyard."

"There are few ethnographically based books on linguistic prosody-- this work is a major contribution thereunto. What this book's primary offering consists of is its way of defining (epic) poetic construction as the learning experientially of prosodic-rhythmic-language paradigms, which are then applied to longer-work compostion, differing each per composition by the theme-and-variations-interplay. This book has helped me with my own writing: by listening to oral performances in idioms that I like to hear(such as Dylan Thomas on CD; like Scourby's King James Bible cassettes; like the prosodic construction one hears on American streets-- the prosody of bus-stops, filling-stations, polling-booths, Wal-Mart-poetics, White-Castle-panhandlers'-whine, etc. etc.)-- and by rehearsing these rhythms in at-home speech (to the kitty-of-my-house, in-prayer, singing/chanting, repeating-standout-verbiage) I find that I am enabled to compose in idioms that (with rehearsal) I can truly OWN-- and then with these Pragnanzen I am then able the-better to cast ideas into a lively/living form. Additionally, Lord's other work helps me to understand oral traditions of all types-- e.g. his work on the construction of the Gospel (NT) traditions as a verbal traditional construction-- helps me to fathom the ritualities (Eric Berne would have us know that 'spontaneity' is in general constructed of games [zero-sum and non-zero-sum, I trow], of pastimes, and rituals]; knowing rituality thence abets understanding of the 'form-critical' social construction beneath virtually every work of utterance. In other words, what one would get with simple-random linguistic construction (while not at all interesting) would be on the opposite end of structure-- and Lord's book gives important clues for unraveling the paradigms of prosodic-- and thus semiotic-- language utterance. Read Roman Jakobson sometime before/during/after this book by Lord; in particular, the Jakobsonian notion that the 'first-message' of language consists of its poetics will convince the reader that here-- in Lord-- we have 'the keys to the kingdom' of understanding verbalization that is memorable-- because of its beauty-- and how those 'beauties' are constructed. --Vernon Lynn Stephens, Culdee Louisville, Kentucky, USA"

"No book has inspired me or change my outlook on life more than "Critical Choices That Change Lives". This is a great book for teenagers, too. It helps them to realize how the choices they make affects not only their lives but so many others and why the "decision behind the decision" is the most important decision they will ever make. It also explains the three critical choices that turn ordinary people into heroes. This is a must read for anyone facing obstacles or difficult "

"“A Great and Terrible Beauty” may have been written as a novel for teens; however, the historical setting, mystery, fantasy, and touch of romance are just as appealing for adults. Libba Bray masterfully explains the trials and tribulations for women in the Victorian era and relates the characters to modern life. "

"“No, everyone has to knit when they’re here. I promise you. But not every person has to use yarn.” This favorite sentence from “The Friday Night Knitting Club” is the essence of what this story is about. Six very diverse women become unlikely friends as their lives begin to unravel faster than the sweater pattern they attempt to knit during their Friday night meetings. Bonds form, secrets are shared, and hearts are exposed as these women get to know each other as well as themselves. Knowledge of knitting is not a requirement for this story of strength and friendship. "

" When I think of Stephen King, I think horror and sleepless nights. Imagine my surprise to discover his latest novel is actually a memoir – not that of the masterful storyteller, but of a simple Minnesota construction worker who is, shall we say, a little down on his luck. Okay, maybe it’s not a true story, but I feel so connected to the characters, they must exist somewhere. Edgar Freemantle, or “Eddie” as I now think of him, lost his right arm in a construction accident and his marriage ends. Instead of giving up on life as he originally intended, he takes his psychologist’s advice of a “geographic cure” and rents a house on Duma Key off the Florida Coast. "

"This is one of the most fantastically imaginative books I have read in a long time. I was completely hooked after the prologue unveiled “Alice’s Adventures Underground” by Lewis Carroll and the devastation this caused the real Alyss. Frank Beddor has done a remarkable job weaving this “true” version of Wonderland through the beloved fairy tale. "

"This is a love story like no other - not a romantic love, but the love between two unlikely friends. Beautifully written "

"After reading the first chapter of "The Almost Moon" I thought there was no way I was going to be able to finish this book. How can I possibly connect with a character who murders her mother in the very first sentence? Boy, was I wrong! I read a few reviews where the reviewer states they couldn't even finish the book. Finish it! It will be worth your time. By the end I felt Helen’s pain and was able to empathize with her. Alice Sebold does an amazing job of bringing the characters to life. No, this is not an easy read. The subject matter is difficult and controversial, but if you are looking for a deep thought provoking read, this is it. "

"Brilliant! The only book in recent memory which has me anxiously awaiting the death of the main character. It still has me thinking long after the last page was turned. "

"What a perfect learning tool for parents and teachers! I was shocked at how much is expected in Kindergarten, but everything your child will learn is outlined in this colorful and fun book. Kids can practice the alphabet, shapes, colors, counting and so much more using this kid friendly book with a dry erase marker. "Let's Get Ready For First Grade" will prepare them for the next year. "

"I read the first in the series simply because it was written by a local author. I was pleasantly surprised by the entertaining story line and believable characters. By the end I was anxiously awaiting the sequel, which is fantastic! Plenty of action and romance to keep the pages turning late into the night. "

"Notoriously Sensual! When it comes to reading an Adele Ashworth romance, readers can expect an excellent story, in-depth characters, and a sensuality that oozes from the pages, keeping a reader riveted to the book. It is no different with this new title “A Notorious Proposition.” Revisiting a place called Winter Garden from a previous book of that name back in 2000, we find two people who left an intense emotional and physical love behind two years ago due to undercover government intrigue, mystery of missing Martello diamonds and amnesia. The handsome Garrett Burke, who is the mysterious Winter Garden’s Marquis of Rye, left the beautiful Lady Ivy Wentworth in his warm bed after an intense night of love to finish this mysterious business with the intentions of returning and asking for her hand in marriage. But then it seemed everything went wrong and to make matters worse, due to an injury he received that evening while trying to retrieve the famous Martello diamonds, he is left with no knowledge about what actually happened that night and the aspects of his relationship with Ivy. He is so confused that he actually suspects she may actually be involved in the nefarious plot; especially because her brother is missing since that fateful night. Now it is two years later and the diamonds and other individuals besides Ivy’s brother, involved in the original mystery are missing. Everyone seems suspect, but most of all, it is Ivy that is the one deeply hurt at Garrett’s treatment of her, past and present, and his suspicion toward her. Her reputation is at stake, together with her fear for her brother’s life and his possible involvement in the original theft and current mystery. Garrett and Ivy find themselves thrown together at Winter Garden, at the invitation of the Marquis of Rye, who Ivy does not know is actually Garrett, while walking a fine line of suspicion, love and hate. Will Garrett find the diamonds and who is responsible for their theft and his injury, while at the same time will his memory return so he can remember just how important Ivy is to him? Will Ivy help Garrett by using her famous talent as a seer, to find her brother and somehow rediscover the diamonds and the love she once had for Garrett, while fighting the continuous sensual desire she discovers she cannot put behind her since that fateful night two years ago when Garrett left her in his bed? Adele Ashworth is a superb talent that seems to get better with each book that is a definite keeper. Crime, mystery, and sensuality combine with excellent storylines and interesting characters to keep readers patiently awaiting a next release. ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books "

"This book gave me great insight to an unknown world of living. I definitely have a new frame of mind of social issues regarding sexuality after reading this book! I would recommend this book to everybody!"

"Saddle Up Loving Cowboys and Cowgirls! The Maxwell Family is one of the most famous ranch families in the romance genre, with several books in a western series that are interesting, sexy and well-written, which is unique in a present era of vampire hunters and Matrix-type futuristic romances appearing to be so popular. Once again Mr. Greenwood allows his readers to enjoy the American West and provides handsome rugged men and strong, beautiful and willful women that were historically important in building America. In Texas Loving Mr. Greenwood brings aristocratic England together with the American West for a rip roaring story that touches the heart. The youngest of the Maxwell children, Eden is one of those tough, strong and willful Texas beauties. She has never seen anything past the Broken Circle Ranch in Texas until she is part of the family that returns for a visit to England with her British grandfather. When Eden arrives in England, she is in awe and realizes that she has so much freedom in comparison to the strict society rules of the aristocracy. Upon the families arrival trouble begins almost immediately as old wounds are opened by the illegitimate side of the family arriving for a visit. Eden finds the dynamics interesting to watch, yet her feelings and heart begin to become involved, making her uncomfortable as she watches her cousins Patrick and Edward Davenport interact with their family and hers. It is the heir to the Davenport title, Edward that Eden seems to come in to more contact with during her visit. She sees this handsome aristocrat as the only hardworking family member, yet he seems to be looked down upon by all, even his current fiancé, because of his hard work on the estate, which is confusing to Eden who thinks living a life of leisure is a waste. As Eden and Edward begin to experience a spark of deep friendship and desire, a secret is revealed that topples Edward’s world and breaks Eden’s heart, as she is the one that reveals the secret. Upon her return to Texas, she tries to put Edward out of her mind, but when he suddenly shows up at her brother’s ranch as a ranch hand, new challenges are produced for both of them; especially when a big horse race is coming up and Edward wants to race his horse against Eden’s. While Edward still harbors a bit of resentment for Eden because he feels she destroyed his life, he still is drawn to this wild and free beauty who knows more about horses and life than he does. As he learns Texas, he begins to learn about Eden even more and the desire leads them into a passion as hot as the State of Texas. But when Eden’s life is in danger and other strange happenings begin to happen on the other Maxwell ranches, it brings Edward and Eden even closer. Edward wants nothing more than to win this horse race, but will he come to realize that he may want Eden more? The blend of the two countries, together with passion under the Texas heat and stars makes this an extremely interesting read for those romance readers who enjoy an excellent western romance. ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books "

"I think this is very good books, I stayed up late night read it."

"An ordinary cookbook this is not. Everything about The Get `Em Girl's Guide is absolutely delicious! Dining is an art. To make the experience just right - all my senses must be engaged. My experience with this cookbook was sort of like that - engaging on many levels. Presentation is mucho importante and the Girls have it down. The book itself is gorgeous to look at. I'm serious -the rich colors and a few glossy pics of the fabulous looking food add a very nice touch. The recipes are serious get your man creations. Everything from baked macaroni and cheese and southern fried chicken to salmon with brown sugar glaze and homemade vanilla ice cream with brown sugar peaches. Um-um! This cookbook is for the novice entertainer, the newly attached (or trying to become attached) and the seasoned cook. Still not sure what wine to serve with what or exactly where to place that salad fork? Let the Get `Em Girls Guide you. Before you even embark on your foray into the culinary arts you'll need to "take stock" of what you have in the pantry and in your cabinets. They have thought of everything. Not only do they provide awesome recipes but they also place the recipes in easy to prepare menus for all occasions. Your man having guests over for Super Bowl Sunday? Look no further turn to page 98 for tips on the game (football 101) and a winning super bowl menu. Is your sweetheart feeling a little under the weather? Turn to page 77 and try some "Soups and Salads for the Soul" along with some tips on keeping him occupied. Already know how to throw down in the kitchen? You'll still love the menu ideas and the new twists on some traditional recipes. Who wouldn't love some fresh ideas for quick (30 minute) but hearty meals? It's all in there. My only complaint - if I could even call it that would be that the book is not hardcover. I have already begun to use mine and I'm not sure how it will hold up over time. I surely can't let it out of my kitchen! If the way to a man's heart is through his stomach then this cookbook will get you there. What you do when you get there is on you! Well... unless you need some advice - they thought of that too - page 145! Happy Reading. Terri E. Williams Reviewer Sisters Sippin' Tea Literary Group - Tulsa Inc. "

"After the first book in the MacBride Family Trilogy, “The Secret Passion of Simon Blackwell,” the MacBride family is back in England after the tumultuous ending in India, with two wounded and brooding brothers Alec, the Duke of Glendon and his brother Aidan, but also a happy ending with Annabel MacBride and Simon Blackwell’s marriage. “The Seduction of An Unknown Lady” highlights Aidan, who is continuing to struggle with his physical and emotional injuries that took place in that final battle. Home in England as a hero, he feels anything but a hero, and spends many a long night brooding, until one night on a dark street he meets and rescues an Unknown Lady. Immediately something draws the handsome Aidan to the lonely and beautiful, Fionna Hawkes. Aidan has his physical and emotional struggles to deal with after the family’s return, being partially blind in one eye, but also feeling deep guilt over the loss of numerous comrades in a battle in which he blames himself for. Fionna is a local bookseller and writer who secretly uses the pen name, F. J. Sparrow so she can assist her ill mother and provide the best of care for her. Friendship soon develops into passion and a growing love as Aidan spends more and more time with Fionna. Fionna is frightened by Aidan’s seduction and the intense passion she feels for him, while at the same time she understands the inner struggles he deals with and feels the need to help him, but at the same time does not trust enough to share her own burdens of her mother’s illness and secret writing with Aidan. When Aidan discovers Fionna needs his protection from an unknown follower, he realizes that the beauty he has been seducing and is falling in love with has many unknown secrets. Aidan feels he must do whatever he can to help this beauty and what haunts her deep inside. Mysteries are revealed as love and passion bloom and soon Aidan learns that by revealing the unknown Fionna and the demons that haunt her dark world, she has helped him overcome his demons. Eventually their friendship and love deepens into more than a simple seduction of an unknown lady. Every book Samantha James writes is a delight. Her writing style is captivating with characters that have depth and struggles to overcome. Her sensual scenes between the love interests are well-written while at the same time discovering true love and happiness are what really matter. It will be interesting to read Alec’s story next, as the MacBride Family is one that is endearing and one which the reader can become absorbed in and enjoy. Ms. James has written another sensual romance with mystery and suspense that are again, like this story, difficult to put down. ~Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books "

"A great bedtime read, humorous, with an interesting cast of characters and wonderful illustrations. Entertainingly educational the author treats young readers to a bird's-eye view of the life and times of Robins. Did you know Robins can get drunk? Also motivational, the Robins deal with change and Mr. Robins learns to "flap his wings and sing" in the face of adversity. Fun to read aloud, Flight of the Robins is perfect for 4- to 8-year-olds. "

"'THE VIRO SAGA is a rollicking series of adventures set before the last Ice Age...join Jonah Lissner and his characters for a dark, exciting trip into the past.' Steven Shrewsbury Author DACK SHANNON 'Something about the sprawling, repetitive, nature-based adventures of Viro recalls the oral storytelling tradition, the tribal urge to paint pictures with words.' Daniel Blackston Editor PITCH-BLACK BOOKS 'An epic set in a time so far past it is foreign to us. Filled with monsters, mayhem and magic, THE VIRO SAGA is full of the things that make swords and sorcery what it is. So join Viro Maretan the Kshatriyan in his adventures, but be warned - Viro’s world is not for the faint of heart, nor the timid.' CJ Burch Author LIES OF THE PROPHET Read the full Interview with Jonah Lissner at 'The Official Viro Saga Website': 'I spent many hours researching into new data and rumors of rather advanced human civilizations reaching back into the Ice Ages of our shared history, and newly-resurfacing prehistoric eras and cultures to try to merge all of these into a possible and believable time, perhaps 12,000 years ago, before the great Pleistocene melting of the ice caps. In what are currently identified as high paleolithic and early neolithic and metal-using city-cultures, humankind flourished as did their lands, cities, animals, histories and languages unknown or lost today beneath the fens of lost time their heroes and villains. An iron-wielding man like Viro would have been considered a skilled fighter and leader after he had proven his skills in battle and procuring resources, which may have taken many difficult and treacherous years of warring and vagabonding, or his entire life and effort without reaching a position of leadership. This was a time where a developing mankind was building civilization in a different mode than is perhaps currently admitted by mainstream archaeologists, anthropologists and historians. With the publication of these books and new research into our prehistory, I hope mainstream academics shall have reason to reconsider their current viewpoints regarding the level of cultural and technological advancement of our ancestors of antiquity. I do hope they enjoy the adventure of Viro and his time.' "

"The beautiful Miss Grace Banbury has not only been the beauty, but the brains in her highly dysfunctional family of gamblers and has always found a way to get her brother and mother out of their waging messes. But this time, her mother has done the ultimate insult and has not only gambled away the family's homes, property, and a priceless violin, which is one of Grace's most important possessions, but her along with it! The handsome Daniel Throckmorten has always turned everything he touches into gold and has a knack for recognizing a good gamble and business deal that will pay off well, but he discovers the shock at winning the beautiful Grace, especially when he is in the market for a new mistress. Upon seeing her beauty and intelligence, he is taken with her and his feelings begin to somewhat soften. How can he keep up his image of being a scoundrel and rake that has kept his image of success within society in business and bed going if he turns soft on Miss Banbury and allows her to win the wager? Suddenly Grace finds herself in a position that she never thought she would be in: a wager with a scoundrel no less! If Daniel cannot seduce her into his bed within two weeks she will lose all, but most of all she wants the priceless violin so that she can sell it and save her brother. And this is indeed a sacrifice, because Grace loves music and that violin, but she loves her brother Edward more and wants to save him before he becomes as bad as her mother, has no property and will never find a wife. As Daniel begins his seduction of Grace he begins to see her beauty is more than skin deep. And as Grace feels her passion weakening and giving into Daniel, she realizes that it is the violin and music that is between them more than the wager, and that this scoundrel is really a gentleman. Desire blazes and mysteries are uncovered regarding Daniel and Grace's family. When Grace discovers Daniel is training Edward in how to choose good business deals that pay off other than gambling, she soon begins to realize that maybe a scoundrel can be trusted, but most of all both Grace and Daniel realize that all along the wager is not as important as family and love. Gayle Callen in her usually sensual style has written another romance that is about a rake, rogue and/or scoundrel that romance readers love to hate and end up loving even more! Once again Ms. Callen has written another book that readers will absorb and lose all track of time. She cannot write fast enough! ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books "

"You might think you are a patriot until you read this book. I have been proclaiming patriotism for some time now, but did this open my eyes! I would dare say that most of the “patriots” I know beat their chest in self proclaimed devotion, but this book tells you what a true patriot is. It will change your life!"

"This book is really good and is about a boy called peter who meets a kangeroo who can produce lots of objects from her pouch.He meets a horrible witch,giant,dragon that shoots water from his nose and some grass that is horrible and mean to the children who want to pass.he gets a magical leaf to give to people who feel lonley or sad. I highley rcommend this book!"

"This book reminds me of Katherine O 'Neals writing. While the love scenes are not explict (this is a older book) it does imply a lot. I liked the background of Irish history which is very descriptive. I think this book is less well known that it should be."

"Its really worth reading."

"This is a true story of a young boy aged seven close encounter with God and his visit to Heaven. It is a short book but equally not a boring one. It is full of wonderful inspirational material that is mind blowing stuff. Must be the book of the century that shows what heaven is all about."

"he was rich and wanted to become a sailor"

"this book challenges students to real work. but just be sure to take the answer keys!!"

"Niagara Falls is a great scenic wonder that never fails to draw a large number of visitors throughout the year. However, very few visitors to the area know that tracks of a trolley carried passengers around the Niagara Gorge for 40 years. During those 40 years, the trolleys of The Niagara Gorge Belt Line were the best means to see the Falls, Whirlpool, and other sights along the Niagara River. "The Niagara Gorge Belt Line" is a great book to inform those (especially railfans) who have visited Niagara, about the history, cars, trackage, scenery, and other facets of this impressive line. Within the book's 67 pages, one can find an abundance of photographs with detailed captions along with helpful maps that all prove that this unique trolley system did exist. After reading about the Niagara Gorge Belt Line, I do not completely understand why the line had to stop running, but I do see why for 40 years, it was the best means of viewing the spectacular scenery of the area."

"The Civil War is the backdrop of this sensually passionate erotic story about two lovers, lost in the confusion of a long and dreadful war as well as their deep sensual love for one another. The most confused is the beautiful spitfire Alli Nordstrom, who has felt betrayed for years when her lover Jackson McCay left for the war as a traitor Confederate Soldier, not a Union Soldier as her brothers and many of the families in Maryland. Alli lost more than Jackson's love, alone without her parents and two brothers who died in a Confederate prison. The betrayal she feels for Jackson runs deep and feels as perfect as her love and desire for him. She realizes this even more when one night, close to the end of the war, Jackson returns. Although so much is different and left in shambles from the war, the passion and desire they once shared flares immediately, together with Alli's feelings of betrayal for Jackson. Even though she finds his betrayal so hard to forget, once again they spend long days and nights of physical, wildly sexual love and a stronger emotional love that begins to soften Alli toward Jackson once more. But just as their lives are returning to normal Jackson receives a message that he dreads most of all. He must leave Alli again. As a true patriot to his country and an oath he has given, Jackson leaves brokenhearted, knowing that there is the possibility that Alli may not forgive him next time if he returns from this last dangerous assignment. The ending is tense and one that leaves the reader at the edge of their seat. Having read many Ellora's Cave Romanticas, this story is definitely one of the best written by this author and released by the publisher. A story that is as absorbing and entertaining as the passion and sensuality of the characters, and one where the well-written erotic sex scenes do not overcome the story, this is a book difficult to put down. This reader/reviewer read it in one morning! Perfect Betrayal is a definite must read to add to the list of historical erotic romance fans who enjoy a well-written sensual historical! One of the Best! "

"Where the Heart Leads is considered the 15th book in the Cynsters Family Saga, and although the Casebook of Barnaby Adair is mentioned on the cover, that is the true nature of the book. Cynster fans, looking for a story like the earlier passionate and heart stopping handsome Cynster males sensually pursuing strong beautiful ladies, made-to-be Cynster brides, may be left just a bit disappointed. That is not to say that Stephanie Lauren's most recent book is not extremely well-written with characters of depth, it is just that after a while the whole Cynster mystique gets diluted so much down the line of cousins and siblings of Cynster relations that the reader now has to expect something different; and this story is different, not close to the original fabulous Cynster novels that were written early on. Those will always remain favorites for romance fans and collectors. No one knows the Regency Period and 19th century more than Stephanie Laurens; especially when she wrote a few Cynster novels with storylines about the rare and extremely interesting horse racing world that took place during the period. Now she entertains and educates readers further with her knowledge of what it is like behind the glittering ballrooms, gentlemen clubs, shining ladies in silks and rogues outfitted in Hessians and superfine. During this period there were those that suffered while others lived lives of leisure. In this book we see how the other side lives. Portia Cynster started a Foundling School for Orphans that aids poor orphans after the death of their only living relative, which was the focus of another Cynster novel and mentioned in some of the others. Now after marrying Simon and running a house and having children of her own, the responsibility of the school has been turned over to Penelope, Portia's sister. A beauty, but considered a bluestocking and a bit overwhelming to many gentlemen of the ton, Penelope has been dedicated to her work and has never thought of marrying, believing she would never be able to find the type of true love other Cynster women have found, especially in her unique position of running the school and having a rare intelligence and deep calling for social justice. Her feelings about love, passion, and even marriage begin to change a bit after four boys due to arrive at the school show up missing and she considers asking the third son of a nobleman, Barnaby Adair, well-known for solving mysterious cases of the ton, to consider helping her find these boys. As soon as she knocks on his door late one night she realizes that she is drawn to the handsome and intelligent Barnaby, and is more thrilled when she realizes he understands, respects and is not judgmental about her school, intelligence and involvement in social causes. What a coincidence that the stunning and intelligent Penelope shows up at Barnaby's door just when he is sitting alone in his parlor nursing a brandy and deciding what to do with his life that was once exciting and now seems to hold no appeal anymore. To him it is love at first sight, but he knows he must move carefully and allow Penelope to realize they were meant to be together so that he doesn't lose her and his one chance at finally finding a woman that is his equal and worthy to be his wife. Barnaby obtains the aid of his friend Basil Stokes, of Scotland Yard, and together with an East End woman, Griselda Martin, who worked her way up from the poor East End to becoming a successful tradeswoman as a milliner, the two couples work together to solve the case of the missing boys and the discovery of a burglary school that is snatching them away as soon as they are orphaned before they can make it to the school. The danger intensifies as murders begin to take place before the children can be orphaned and are snatched, while at the same time love and passion are blooming for the two couples. This story is a delightful change for Ms. Laurens and hopefully the fans of the Cynster books will realize that there are just so many Cynsters and the originals and their storylines would lose being unique, if every story was similar. This book, like "An Unwilling Conquest," brings out the unique talent and unlimited knowledge base of Stephanie Laurens that expands way beyond the Cynster family. ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"The Civil War is the backdrop of this sensually passionate erotic story about two lovers, lost in the confusion of a long and dreadful war as well as their deep sensual love for one another. The most confused is the beautiful spitfire Alli Nordstrom, who has felt betrayed for years when her lover Jackson McCay left for the war as a traitor Confederate Soldier, not a Union Soldier as her brothers and many of the families in Maryland. Alli lost more than Jackson's love, alone without her parents and two brothers who died in a Confederate prison. The betrayal she feels for Jackson runs deep and feels as perfect as her love and desire for him. She realizes this even more when one night, close to the end of the war, Jackson returns. Although so much is different and left in shambles from the war, the passion and desire they once shared flares immediately, together with Alli's feelings of betrayal for Jackson. Even though she finds his betrayal so hard to forget, once again they spend long days and nights of physical, wildly sexual love and a stronger emotional love that begins to soften Alli toward Jackson once more. But just as their lives are returning to normal Jackson receives a message that he dreads most of all. He must leave Alli again. As a true patriot to his country and an oath he has given, Jackson leaves brokenhearted, knowing that there is the possibility that Alli may not forgive him next time if he returns from this last dangerous assignment. The ending is tense and one that leaves the reader at the edge of their seat. Having read many Ellora's Cave Romanticas, this story is definitely one of the best written by this author and released by the publisher. A story that is as absorbing and entertaining as the passion and sensuality of the characters, and one where the well-written erotic sex scenes do not overcome the story, this is a book difficult to put down. This reader/reviewer read it in one morning! Perfect Betrayal is a definite must read to add to the list of historical erotic romance fans who enjoy a well-written sensual historical! One of the Best! ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"Ms. Raleigh's first few books were extremely sensual and enjoyable. This reviewer always felt that her talent was held back by the publisher with a limited number of pages to the stories leaving readers with abrupt endings wanting more, but overall, due to the talent of the writer, every story was still a joy to read. In the first of this new trilogy, Ms. Raleigh does not disappoint from the beginning and all the way to the end. She only gets better, and this particular romance trilogy appears to be one of those where readers will patiently be waiting for the next two books. Mr. Drummond has had the pleasure of many years of tutoring and caring for three important, handsome and educated young men left bastards by important noblemen in London. He has been the one proud and stable force in the lives of these three gentlemen. Upon Mr. Drummond’s death, each discovers they have questions about the large amount of money left them and the unique stipulations regarding the wills. They are left wondering not only about their true fathers, but the dear Mr. Drummond who took them in and molded them into the fine gentlemen they have become. As the three handsome noble bastards get over the shock and loss, Ian Breckford and Raoul Charlebois are delighted with the funds left them and feel no need at the time to consider their fathers who deserted them, only to mourn the loss of their dear friend and continue to enjoy their rogue lives in London. But Fredrick Smith decides he definitely needs answers, not just about his father, but about Mr. Drummond as well. He has spent years of unique, strange, and well-hidden visits with his true father, visits that left him more angry than secure. He became an extremely successful businessman in his own right, without the help of his father and certainly feels no joy for the funds now left him as Ian and Raoul do. He has always wanted to confront his father for answers, not money. Now that Mr. Drummond is gone, and he is successful in his own right, he takes off on a quest to obtain these answers, and discovers much more than expected while staying at a local inn near his father’s estate, run by the charming, beautiful, but shabbily dressed widow, Mrs. Portia Walker. Both Fredrick and Portia are lost and wandering souls with broken hearts and deep hidden miseries and secrets and are immediately drawn to each other. Soon desire and passion bloom and both realize that until their unsuspecting meeting, they were extremely lost and troubled with their past, but have begun finding a special joy and sensuality together in the present. Long hidden secrets that were never to be discovered, soon surface. Will the answers that Fredrick at long last found, threaten the true love and passion that he and Portia held back for years or will it grow with Fredrick’s shocking discoveries? The storyline is extremely interesting and the characters have a depth that leaves the reader enthralled with secrets, answers, desires and the eventual outcome of all involved. Bedding the Baron is enjoyable from front to back, leaving the reader absorbed with a story very difficult to put down. I certainly am looking forward to the next two books! ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"Dawn Calvert mesmerized romance fans with her debut romance Hero Worship, an extremely unique storyline of time-travel back to the Regency era. If you are a true romance fan, her style is thrilling and many a romance lovers dream. How many times has a reader been so absorbed in a story they wish they could be in it? Ms. Calvert transports a contemporary character from modern times in a unique time-travel storyline, but then literally transforms them into a current story being written by a romance author! The characters from the previous book tuck away the "magic stone" (that allows time-travel and wishes to come true) in a local Starbucks, hoping true love as they have found, finds another. At the Starbucks walks in Jane Ellingson. As she sits in her favorite local coffee shop contemplating all that has been going wrong in her life she happens upon the stone tucked on the window ledge with a note saying "The sport of wishing. A guide for those so disposed." She figures what has she got to lose with a wishing stone, no matter how strange the idea seems? After all, how could her life get anymore awful than it seems at this time? She has messed up big time in her job as chief assistant to a senator when she releases a scandalous story to the press by accident, her live-in boyfriend freaks after she makes a bigger mistake by announcing "why don't we get married?, and she adds frosting to her disaster cake by spilling red wine on her best friend's wedding dress at the final fitting party, and no matter how she attempts to make it better, she is told to "just go away." So what could be better than going away by rubbing the wishing stone? Little does Jane realize that she would end up in the Victorian era in a Victorian romance novel! First it's the darn corset, long dresses, horses, no modern conveniences, and strict society rules, but then she meets the knock out handsome Curran Dempsey and suddenly all of the things she missed in modern times don't seem so difficult to miss (even though her corset is still too tight), but then she comes to realize she is not only controlled by the Victorian era itself, but the whims of the author writing the novel Jane is in! As Jane becomes involved in her new life and then takes on the other characters and eventually the author herself, this story will not only leave you smiling, but also laughing out loud, as well as mumbling in frustration at both the characters and the author of Jane's story -- not Ms. Calvert :) Will Jane stay in the Victorian era story and win the handsome hero Curran Dempsey or be wiped out of the story with the mere slash of a pen or torn out page that is put in the trash bin? This book is just too much fun to give too much away! ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"Paula Quinn breaks away from her Risande Family trilogy with this masterfully written 17th Century Scottish Historical Romance. It is a time in Scotland where the name of MacGregor has been declared under proscription; wiped out from the name of all Scottish clans. The strong and handsome highlander Callum MacGregor and his darling of a sister Maggie grow up as small children surrounded in evil as they are imprisoned and shackled deep in the Campbell's dungeon, after their family was killed, their lands taken away, and their very name wiped away as a Scottish clan. Callum never gives up and his hatred grows as he continues to grow up in the dungeon. One day he finally escapes with Maggie by killing his captors and becoming known as the evil MacGregor. With the help of other sympathetic clans he refuses to drop away and hide as anything but a MacGregor and instead becomes their laird. But the evil Duke of Argyll has made it his life's work to destroy all MacGregors, especially Callum and Maggie. As Argyll rides across the Scottish lands killing any and doing evil to those who harbor or claim to have helped the MacGregors, his beautiful niece Kate Campbell and her brother Robert, unbeknownst to them, live on Callum's previous lands, have been told that the MacGregors are considered evil, but do not understand the full effects until one day the large handsome Callum kidnaps her in order to use her as a lure to bring Argyll to him so he can finally kill him and earn his final vengeance. As Kate lives amongst Callum, Maggie and the MacGregor people, she not only falls in love with the highlands and its people, but deeply for Callum. Maggie and many other MacGregors want peace as well and fear for their handsome and strong leader and his continued thirst for vengeance. Can the deep, passionate and sensual love Kate feels for Callum, as well as the love of his sister Maggie and his people, make him realize the true meaning of life and happiness and overcome this severe vengeance and bloodshed? As Kate becomes possessed by Callum, the reader will become possessed by the story as well as the main and secondary characters, unable to put the book down. Laird of the Mist is a beautiful love story that will touch the deepest parts of your heart. It is masterfully written and will make you laugh and cry, with an ending that will not disappoint. If you loved Paula Quinn's other medieval romances, you will not want to miss this one and if you haven't had the pleasure of reading one of her books before Laird of the Mist, you will want to purchase them all to add to your collection. Her masterfully written medieval historical stories are a reader's joy! ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"Fans of romance, and especially Barbara Pierce fans, will fall in love with this “Naughty” tale of passion that captivates the reader from the very first pages. Patience Rose Farnaly dreamed of being an actress. As a young girl of only fifteen, she is lured away from her upstanding aristocratic family by a ruthless con man, Julian Phoenix, for the theatre’s bright lights, but instead is abused. When an accident occurs, she leaves him for dead and joins another theatre group as Miss Winslow, feeling hurt and shamed to think of returning to her family. While entertaining with her new group at one of London’s finest homes, she meets the handsome and charming Fowler Knowden, Earl of Ramscar. Ram finds the audacious and beautiful Patience Rose as the one who could possibly bring his sister, Meredith, severely burned by a fire and living as a hermit; out of the house and into society. Not only does Patience have the “patience,” but the style to bring Meredith out into society like a shining star. There is also mystery and intrigue, as well as the joy of a reunion for the lovely and kind Patience. “Naughty by Nature” is truly a beautiful, touching, and yet sensual story with happy endings not just for Meredith, but true love for Patience and Ram. Not since Maddy and Christian Langland, Duke of Jerveaux in Laura Kinsdale’s “Flowers from the Storm” have I been so touched by a story. Ms. Pierce has written many entertaining and well-written romances, this is definitely one of her best! ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"When Rona Sharon wrote her debut "My Wicked Pirate," It was considered an unbelievably well-written story that read like it was written by an author that had written many books. Now with "Once a Rake," Ms. Sharon has proven with her complicated storyline and in-depth characters that her debut Historical Romance was not first time luck, but rather a debut of an extremely talented writer that is and will become a Historical Romance Reader's favorite for years to come. In this heartwarming story, the strong, troubled, lonely and handsome Paris, Earl of Ashby leaves England to fight Napoleon with his best friend Will and returns with physical as well as emotional scars, which include not returning with his best friend Will. He returns with what he left behind, which is an even stronger love for Will's little sister Isabel. Lady Isabel Aubrey is even more beautiful, independent and strong than when she was thirteen years old when Paris last saw her. They both fondly remember that last kiss on a garden bench; Isabel's first. Returning scarred in so many ways, he realizes he loves Isabel even more, but is not good enough for her. But Isabel, stronger than she was as a young girl, has never forgotten that first kiss on a garden bench long ago and has rejected numerous marriage proposals, leaving her heart open for Paris. Paris returns a recluse, but she tracks him down and brings him back to life on so many levels. Because of his love for Isabel, he eventually finds himself returning to society, and also helping her and her friends with their charity for war widows. But there are those who want to destroy Paris and Isabel's love, and even go as far as ruining the society that Isabel created that is helping so many war torn families. Isabel learns the difference between young puppy love and true sensual love while Paris comes to realize that he is more than a beautiful face. Once a rake, and at the top of society, he discovers true love is more than sensuality and passion, but true friendship and companionship. As Isabel and Paris learn the true meaning of life and love there is mystery, suspense, and an evil out to destroy what they have. Can Paris return to society, while Isabel learns to accept the changed Paris that is now so different from the handsome rake she first kissed so long ago? This story is another hard to put down book that keeps the reader engrossed until the end. It is a true delight and not to be missed for those who love good, solid Regencies with mystery and sensuality. ~ Beverly Meiner, Beverly Romance Books"

"As in the other two "Lady Spies" series, Jenna Petersen has created another Regency of sensuality and suspense leaving readers glued to the pages so as not to miss a moment of a well-written story with unforgettable characters. The whole storyline of Lady Spies during this interesting period in history is dramatically different, but then adding aristocratic widows with unique personalities and inner struggles of their own to overcome creates one of the most superb historical romance suspense trilogies of all time. We left the last book with the heroine of this story, Emily Redgrave, shot and recuperating after being betrayed by a double agent. The recovered Emily is given a new assignment to protect the handsome Lord Westfield, Grant Ashbury, when really, unbeknownst to them, they have both been told to protect each other. The Foreign Office is wondering if two of their best agents still have what it takes. Is Emily traumatized by her shooting and is Grant really over his feelings of helplessness and hopelessness he experienced after a woman he knew got caught in the crossfire of a previous assignment? As Emily and Grant are thrown together to prove they still have the capabilities to continue as agents, their passion and desire for each other develops and grows, strengthening them along with their struggling doubts and discovery that both their skills are being watched and evaluated. Can they prove themselves as the excellent spies they are, while at the same time prove that their growing love can conquer all, making them stronger and even better agents, as Charlie, Lady M and Emily and Grant's friends and colleagues struggle with their doubts? The best is saved for last in "Seduction is Forever" and many of the questions left unanswered in the previous stories are revealed, i.e., who actually is the infamous Lady M? It is also enjoyable to revisit the lives of the other two previous widows; Char