Customer Reviews:
everyday victory for everyday people.......2007-07-21
This book gives positive reinforcement to those persons participating in the First Place weight loss program. I recommend ths book to anyone who might be considering participating in the Christian based program.
Spiritual warfare--coming to a refrigerator near you.......2007-02-02
Wow! This is an excellent study--the second I have done in this series. The first was okay, but this one addressed issues in my life and in the life of the rest of the group that we all needed to work on. Working through each day's section of the study only took half an hour, but it dealt in refreshing ways with the topic of spiritual warfare. The accompanying memory verses were very relevant. The first one kept me going throughout: "What I am asking you today is not too difficult for you or beyond your reach." This study is not so much about transforming your waist line as it is changing you from the inside (heart, attitude, thoughts) outward. Everyone in our group, without exception found these studies to be outstanding.
good, but similar to other FP studies.......2006-03-09
So far, I'm enjoying the First Place program and the Bible Studies. This is our second study, and while it's easy and keeps me focused on my goal of keeping Christ first place in my life, the second study is not that different from the first. They aren't real deep studies, so they're perfect for someone who's just starting a new routine of daily Bible study. Others might want to get something deeper to use alongside the First Place studies. EVfEP is a great follow up to Giving Christ First Place.
Everyday Victory for Everyday People.......2005-10-15
This is the second of the First Place Bible studies that I have done. I find it easy to use, not consuming too much time, but providing MUCH food for thought. I especially love the CD's that accompany the studies that help with scripture memorization.
Another Victory in the First Place series!.......2005-03-29
They've done it again. The First Place bible studies continue to be my favorites. I love them because studies are easy to do, each lesson takes about 5 to 10 minutes each day. But they keep you thinking & learning all day long! Plus the Scripture Memory CD helps you learn 10 verses throughout the study. This one had a bit more hokey-sounding music, it was still good though. I highly recommend ordering this study & looking into joining an actual First Place group.
Customer Reviews:
I would HIGHLY recommend !!! Perfect starter book........2007-07-18
This book has GREAT, VERY USEFUL material in it. It is not overly detailed, but very usable. It should help any Church understand the outline of what it needs to do with visitors and greeting those visitors.
Most every basic thing is there to get started. I especially liked the idea of developing "Teams" who are responsible for different things. SO, overall, it is a perfect starter book. I would love to see the writer do a Part 2 edition where he would give more details, especially details on how to read visitor's body language so that you know whether to be just cordial with them or very friendly (personable).
WOW.......2007-01-30
I am currently working through this book with our first impressions person at Parkway. For us it is helping us see the church in a new light. It really isn't brain surgeon ideas...but it allows our teams to expand their sight with the church.
Sometimes people get comfortable or can't see the church larger than it currently is...this book is a great tool to open the eyes of your teams...
Also Mark is great and doing this stuff at one of the greatest churches to date...
"First Impressions" makes a lasting impression.......2007-01-12
First Impressions - Creating WOW Experiences in Your Church is a very easy to read book that has a significant number of useful ideas which can be used and modified for use in the church environment. Many of the suggestions are common sense but not easy to implement. Using the suggestions will put you closer to the customer - in your church. To look at practices in the church from the point of view of customer service will not please all church goers, but it makes sense when we stop to think that everything we do at church "speaks" - it sends a message. Are we sending the messages we want to send by having that pile of clutter in the corner? When we great newcomers, do we immediately sign them up to serve on a committee? - it could scare people away. This book provides many ideas and observations worth considering. I do recommend this book to you.
A Welcome "Welcoming" Book.......2007-01-05
Very helpful and many ideas on how to make your church more friendly to guests. I recommend it.
false impressions.......2007-01-03
did not like the lead the book took in order to attract members. Kind of like making a christian holiday on
a pagan holiday so person could still celebrate ocassion.
Book Description
Until Death Do Us Part
” by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Over five hundred years ago, Esperetta’s soul was bound to her husband’s by dark magic, and when Velkan became a Dark-Hunter, to her horror, she became immortal as well. Now, they must come together to fight an old enemy…and the passion that threatens to consume them once more.
“Ride the Night Wind” by
L.A.
Banks
Dark dreams haunt Jose Ciponte, dreams of a woman so beautiful he aches for her-and a deadly enemy who stalks them in the night. And now those dreams have become a reality…
“The Gift” by Susan Squires
All Major Davis Ware wants to do is propose to the beautiful Emma Fairchild. Instead, he is called back into battle, and a desperate fate. And Emma will venture into hell itself to save him.
“The Forgotten One” by Ronda Thompson
Lady Anne Baldwin longs to break free from her proper bonds. When she meets the mysterious Merrick, whose eyes glow like a wolf’s, she may have found more than she bargained for.
Customer Reviews:
Not bad for quick stories........2007-10-02
Since this is a book of mini stories it made for quick reads. I wish they were full stories though so each story could be extended some, they left you wanting to know more of what happened after the story ended.
My Review of Love at First Bite.......2007-07-29
This was very a good blend of Authors. Who compliment each other's stories. If you are looking for action with romance and like your men a little bit on the sexy, handsome, but dark side. This is your book. A stay up and read all nighter.
Love at First Bite .......2007-05-11
Until Death Do We Part by Sherrilyn Kenyon
Esperetta, daughter of Vlad Tepes, was on her way home when her escort was attacked by the Turks. Her savior, Velkan Danesti, took her to his home to care for her and while she was there, they fell in love and married. Esperetta's father had vowed to see Velkan dead. Velkan's family has disowned him because of his marriage to their enemy's daughter. Esperetta and Velkan devised a plan to fake their deaths so that they could leave the country and live in happiness. Their plans go awry and both end up dead. Artemis revived Velkan after he agreed to become one of her Dark Hunters and because the souls of both Velkan and Esperetta were joined in magic, Esperetta lived (after a fashion) with him. Because of seriously misunderstanding a few events, Esperetta and Velkan separated, hating each other. Five hundred years later, they meet again, both still hating the other. Can they get past their anger to once again find a love meant to last forever?
Although Until Death Do We Part is a good story, the five hundred year separation of Velkan and Retta really didn't seem all that believable, especially when Retta's companion, Francesca, was added. I simply couldn't see Francesca completely giving up seeing her family and all hope of finding a mate for that amount of time.
Ride The Night Wind by L.A.Banks
Jose has found a way of staying out of the gangs in East L.A. without being killed for not wanting to join. Jose is a very talented artist that does any artwork that the gangs want and they pay for it. Jose's mother hates the fact that he's both an artist and that he does jobs for the gangs. Juanita has finished high school, but has given up her dream of going to business school to help out her family by working in a pharmacy and taking care of her home, as well as raising her little brother. She resents that her mother loves her drug dealing big brother without reservation, but treats her like a servant that she doesn't even like. Jose and Juanita meet after being attacked by something evil. Can two people, although very much attracted to one another, stay together with so many things against them?
Ride The Night Wind is the first story that I've read of the Neturu Guardians, and I can tell you that it certainly won't be the last! Jose and Juanita have so many things fighting to keep them apart, although because of their separate destinies, it does take a while to get together. I absolutely loved Ride The Night Wind with its action, danger, love and passion all woven into a wonderful paranormal story. All of the characters feel so real that I felt like I could reach out and touch them.
The Gift by Susan Squires
London, March, 1820
When Major Vernon Davis Were was in El Golea, his embassy was attacked by a horde of vampires. Everyone was killed, all but him. When Asharti decided that she wanted Rufford, Davie was finally released from his slavery to go back to England to summon Rufford back to North Africa. Rufford went back to Asharti and killed her, now he's asked Davie to come back to help in the fight to destroy the vampire army that Asharti has left. He doesn't want to go back for several reasons, among them, he wants to stay well away from the place that, for him, was a living hell, plus he's about to ask Lady Emma Fairfield to be his wife. Feeling guilty that he was the one to send Rufford back to the hell that is North Africa, Davie leaves England and Emma to join the battle against the vampires. Little does he know that Emma refuses to give up the man she loves and follows him. Now both Emma and Davie are in danger of losing their lives.
I love how Ms. Squires has created her vampires. The Companion is a unique way to explain their vampirism. I adore Emma, Rufford, Fedeyah and Davie. The Gift is a fascinating story that I enjoyed greatly and I will be searching for more of Ms. Squires' vampire tales.
The Forgotten One by Ronda Thompson
Having lost her parents through an accident, Lady Anne Baldwin was taken in and raised by her aunt and uncle. Craving the love that she had lost through their parent's deaths, Anne does her best to be no trouble to the couple that never wanted children so that she can earn their love. When Anne meets Merrick, the new stable master, she is completely attracted to him and ends up not acting at all like herself. Anne's one rebellion is her love of horses. Merrick helps to build her self-confidence and in turn Ann falls deeply in love with him. There is no way that a noble heiress can be with a servant...or is there?
The Forgotten One is a tale that stole my heart. Anne is a shy, but strong woman and Merrick is deep down, a caring and sexy hero that is perfect for her. When Merrick changes after the first time they make love, Anne showed both him and me just how strong, stubborn and loving she could be. The Forgotten One is the perfect feel good end for this anthology.
Love At First Bite is a completely wonderful anthology that brings together love, passion and danger with very different, yet complimentary authors and their unique stories. For lovers of paranormal romances, Love At First Bite is one you should not miss!!
Lyonene
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Sherrilyn Kenyon review---.......2007-02-21
This story wasn't worth the money or the gas to drive to the book store to get it! This has got to be the worst Dark-Hunter story yet. I love this series but SK is just drowning for stories anymore. How do you clear up 500 years of misunderstanding in 70 pages??
The story was not believable in the least, neither character was fleshed out or likeable and the setting was dismal. SK used the history of the Turks/Romanians and Shakepeare's Romeo and Juliet in an attempt to flesh out the background of this story in order to fit it into 70 pages.
Not worth the money or the time to read it.
great read .......2007-01-19
This book is a great read. As usual Sherrilyn Kenyon has out done herself again.
Customer Reviews:
Divine Direction!.......2007-09-16
Carole Lewis is, without question an extraordinary teacher of living a true and deeper Christian life. The studies and messages in all of the First Places series will bring you closer and closer to an understanding of the freedom and faith you can have when you put God first in your life. If you want to truly grow in your relationship with God...make First Place studies a part of your life. It's so much more than a weight loss tool...it's a life tool!
Surrender: Give Him First Place.......2007-08-16
My group has opted to do this book through the summer while other groups in our church take the summer off. Every book has been good but this one is great in taking away our excuses and in pointing out our responsibility for our actions and shows us that when we fall, fail, or fear, He will pick us up, wipe the dust off of us, and set us back on that right road if we will give in to Him.
devotional dieting.......2007-05-10
This book is really helpful for a small weight-loss group ina church setting.
First Place Bible Study.......2006-08-02
I really like the practical tips this study gives in giving Christ FIRST place in our lives.
Giving Christ First Place.......2006-03-04
This was the best book. It helped me to realize that I can not lose weight on my own...I have to give Christ first place in my life. I have to do the work but He gives me the strength.
This is so worth the investment!
Average customer rating:
- Satisfying journey you won't want to miss
- Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner!
- Fantastic action packed novel
- Excellent Character Developement!
- Total Immersion
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Satisfying journey you won't want to miss.......2007-09-15
When Dr. Conn Stryker, PhD and CEO of a forensic software firm with governmental ties meets Leigh Groove, a possible informant in her latest sting, she does everything she can to avoid getting close. Even though their first encounter ends up with Leigh in Conn's arms, Conn is a self-imposed loner who steers clear of relationships, especially when it involves her work.
What happens when Leigh, presumably straight, meets the person of her dreams, and that person happens to be a woman? Conn is a tall striking redhead with a brilliant mind, who sweeps her off her feet. Conn is mysterious, reserved, and a tough woman to figure out but the outgoing and persistent Leigh is up for the challenge.
Leigh is a cover model, a Harvard sorority girl and debutante, and has a Wharton MBA. She's particularly endearing when she uses humor in the face of danger to get out of deadly situations. Readers won't be able to turn the pages quick enough to find out if Conn lets Leigh into her heart even if it means risking Leigh's life?
First Instinct by JLee Meyer is a romance, but before long Meyer proves that she has something special to offer in her action-packed intriguing love story. Meyer's heroines are quirky, funny, and so very good together that you can't visualize them apart. Between the multi-dimensional characters with their genuine virtues and flaws, a plot you won't have figured out from the beginning, and a most satisfying conclusion, First Instinct leaves readers sated but anxious for more. Luckily, Rising Storm picks up where First Instinct leaves off.
From the absurdly funny to the romantic moments, First Instinct, a 2007 Golden Crown Literary Award winner, is a satisfying journey you won't want to miss.
Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner!.......2007-08-09
Fast paced, thrill a minute !
Excellent dialogue
gorgeous locales and beautiful people - what's not to like ?
I loved the different directions the story took us.
and great news - the sequel, 'Rising Storm', is now available!
from the publisher's website - When high stakes security fraud leads to murder, one woman flees for her life while another risks her heart to protect her.
Leigh Grove is an upwardly mobile whiz kid in a high-profile investment company. When she discovers something may be amiss, her perfect life starts to unravel.
Conn Stryker not only runs a forensic software company, she does a bit of work for a government agency on the side. She has arranged her life the way she designs her software: complete control and no surprises.
When Leigh stumbles into Conn's latest investigation, Conn's first instinct is to walk away from their growing attraction. But when violence and murder are added to the mix, it's a race against time to save the woman who has staked a claim on her heart.
Fantastic action packed novel.......2007-06-13
Forget that this is a lesbian fiction novel. This book is as action packed as a James Patterson's Women's Murder Club novel. Now, add to it the fact that there are two gorgeous women as the protagonists. Add the sexual tension between them, and the love that grows. I was absolutely hooked!!! I purchased it for light reading on a cross country flight, I finished it upon arrival on the west coast, but then found that I missed the characters so much, that I read it again upon my arrival, and have re-read the book 5 times!!! As soon as I finish it I'm ready to pick it up again. I'm thrilled to know that there will be a sequel coming out in August! If you like thrillers, this is the book for you!!!
Excellent Character Developement!.......2007-05-20
I enjoyed this novel, despite there being a certain awkwardness in places. Specifically, there was one point where I thought the book was missing an entire chapter; the author made the decision to gloss over what I believed to be quite pertinent information to the story and, although I understand what I imagine to be her reasons, I'm not sure the decision served her as well as she might have hoped. I think the ending could have been even stronger, actually flowed more smoothly, if she would have explored some dialogue between Leigh and Conn when Leigh discovered Marina and Jen were a couple. I suspect the author thought that to do so would have in some way diminished the sexual tension between Leigh and Conn, but I don't believe it needed to. Instead, it just didn't seem realistic to me that they would not have talked about it, and I felt cheated out of being privy to that discussion.
After a few minutes of fumbling through the pages to ensure I had not in fact missed a chapter, or even a page of the story, I accepted the editorial decision as we have had all had to accept commercial breaks in a made-for-tv movie.
So, why the five stars? This novel is an excellent example of "the whole is often greater than the sum of its parts." The characters were excellent and, the character development was first rate. For me, chracter development is key, for what is the point of any experience if you come out the same person you were before the experience. The fact that both characters grow from the experience of knowing one another is, for me, a priceless experience.
Total Immersion.......2007-02-28
I love a story that's sort of outlandish and still draws me totally into its fantasy. That's what this book did. The author does a terrific job of character development. I think I've fallen in love with both Conn Stryker and Leigh Grove at the same time (is that possible?). The secondary characters are intelligent and likable, and the villains are truly despicable. It's a delicious mix.
As the characters evolve and change, the reader know about it. But there is no repetition of the same ruminations over and over, as is often found in other books. The author shows a variety of relationships involving interesting and diverse people. I especially enjoyed the lesbian intergenerational friendships.
Meanwhile back at the ranch, a fantastic story unfolds. The action proceeds at just the right pace, so it's a cliffhanger as well as a love story. While every book has pluses and minuses, I couldn't find much negative about this one. If you like "uber" fiction, I believe you'll thoroughly enjoy this book.
Book Description
When Michael Collins decides to become a surgeon, he is totally unprepared for the chaotic life of a resident at a major hospital. A natural overachiever, Collins' success, in college and medical school led to a surgical residency at one of the most respected medical centers in the world, the famed Mayo Clinic. But compared to his fellow residents Collins feels inadequate and unprepared. All too soon, the euphoria of beginning his career as an orthopedic resident gives way to the feeling he is a counterfeit, an imposter who has infiltrated a society of brilliant surgeons. This story of Collins' four-year surgical residency traces his rise from an eager but clueless first-year resident to accomplished Chief Resident in his final year. With unparalleled humor, he recounts the disparity between people's perceptions of a doctor's glamorous life and the real thing: a succession of run down cars that are towed to the junk yard, long weekends moonlighting at rural hospitals, a family that grows larger every year, and a laughable income. Collins' good nature helps him over some of the rough spots but cannot spare him the harsh reality of a doctor's life. Every day he is confronted with decisions that will change people's lives-or end them-forever. A young boy's leg is mangled by a tractor: risk the boy's life to save his leg, or amputate immediately? A woman diagnosed with bone cancer injures her hip: go through a painful hip operation even though she has only months to live? Like a jolt to the system, he is faced with the reality of suffering and death as he struggles to reconcile his idealism and aspiration to heal with the recognition of his own limitations and imperfections. Unflinching and deeply engaging, Hot Lights, Cold Steel is a humane and passionate reminder that doctors are people too. This is a gripping memoir, at times devastating, others triumphant, but always compulsively readable.
Customer Reviews:
First Rate.......2007-08-22
This was a phenomenal book. Dr. Michael J. Collins wrote an account of his four years as a resident at the Mayo Clinic which reads like a novel. It is at times laugh-out loud funny, other times devastatingly sad. I didn't want the book to end, yet I couldn't put it down. I highly recommend this book. I wish I hadn't read it yet so I could read it again. I hope he writes another one.
Doctors Are People, Too.......2007-01-12
Hot Lights, Cold Steel is an intriguing account of the life of a doctor. Written by orthopedic surgeon Michael J. Collins, it is a fast-paced reminiscence of his four years as a resident at the prestigious Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Michigan. Throughout the book, Collins connects the reader to many of his important cases. Told on such a relatable basis, the reader experiences the achievement, thrill, and sorrow that accompany his countless orthopedic cases.
Collins discusses his medical career, describing many orthopedic surgeries in great detail. There is sufficient detail that people with weak stomachs should be cautioned against reading it. He not only discusses each procedural aspect of his work, he also describes the emotions that accompany each victory and especially, each defeat. A major theme throughout the novel is similar to a theme in Nathaniel Hawthorne's The Scarlet Letter: humans make mistakes, but nobody is perfect and people learn to forgive. Collins struggles with this reality, recognizing that when doctors make mistakes, people die.
Collins's book isn't all about his career in the hospital, however. He also tells about his ever-growing family and what his being a doctor means for them. Although he relates many pleasurable moments with his family and fellow resident friends, Collins also discusses some of the suffering his family must face until he becomes an attending physician. He especially focuses on the many hardships his wife Patti must endure until he can build up his own practice. Addressing a common misconception that all doctors are wealthy, Collins tells of their poverty, calculating his salary at $2.50 per hour, describing countless "junker" cars, and telling of their near-empty bank account. He is forced to "moonlight" at another hospital on nearly all of his free weekends to supplement his income, which means sacrificing valuable time with his wife and children. Collins enlightens the reader by recounting episodes of his life not only as a doctor, but as husband and father, making the point that doctors are people, too.
For anyone who is considering a career as an orthopedic surgeon, or any medical profession, this book is a must-read. By providing a unique look at the life of a doctor, Collins describes in detail the personal and technical aspects of every surgery as well as his life as a doctor in general. He makes clear just what being a doctor is about, vocationally and personally. Just like an awesome episode of `House', Collins's book will keep the reader interested for hours at a time.
Enjoyable reading.......2006-11-04
The author did a good job keeping our interest and it was very believable.
My 89 year old mother enjoyed it, as did my husband and I.
I highly recommend it. It's nice to know that non-fiction can keep your interest.
"They don't make scalpels with training wheels.".......2006-08-28
"Hot Lights, Cold Steel," by Michael J. Collins, is a fascinating account of the making of an orthopedic surgeon. Collins starts his residency at Rochester's prestigious Mayo Clinic with deep feelings of insecurity. In fact, he dispiritedly dubs himself "the dullest scalpel in the drawer." Unlike his fellow residents, Collins, an Irish Catholic from Chicago's West Side, did not do multiple rotations in orthopedics while in medical school, conducted no research, and wrote no scientific papers. Instead, he worked on a loading dock to make ends meet. To his credit, however, Collins has energy, intelligence, ambition, and perseverance.
At first, Collins tries to stay in the background and keep his mouth shut, hoping that his superiors will overlook his obvious ignorance. When he reviews a chart with the notation "Patient is TTWB," he wonders what this acronym means. Could it be "three times without bleeding," or "terribly thirsty without beer?" Collins disconsolately predicts that he will shortly be drummed out of the residency program for "practicing medicine without a brain." The author's self-deprecating humor is delightful and it helps to offset the tragic cases he recounts.
The author explores the grueling nature of a surgeon's training: the sleepless nights, snatched meals, long absences from loved ones, and fear of hurting a patient. Because he is constantly short of money, Collins and his wife, Patti, drive a series of broken down junkers, and as his family grows, he must moonlight in order to pay the bills. The compensations are the exhilaration of helping a patient regain his or her health, the excitement of performing an operation for the first time, and the deep friendships that Collins forms with his fellow orthopods. Although it terrifies him to know that, if he slips up, he could kill or cripple someone, as time goes on, he gradually learns to accept the fact that everyone makes mistakes and terrible things do happen. He cannot let this possibility destroy his confidence.
The most memorable aspects of the book are the medical anecdotes: a boy's leg is mangled by a tractor and the doctor must decide whether to amputate, a beautiful woman has a rare cancer that requires mutilating surgery, and on a lighter note, a forty-year old man comes into the emergency room with a fishhook up his nose. Sometimes Collins succeeds, and other times, he fails. However, his four years as a resident teach him the immense value and satisfaction of his chosen profession and the importance of treating every patient with respect and compassion.
Reality.......2006-07-02
The thing I loved most about this book is that it is REAL and it is HONEST. It's not exactly glamourous...and that attributes to the book's success.
Dr. Collins doesn't write about earning lots of money and driving the best cars and going to country clubs. He writes about being a resident, just out of medical school, slightly clueless, working 100 hours a week at $2.50 an hour. Not glamourous at all.
But then he writes about the things he does have - a loving wife, many wonderful children, and how some of his fellow residents are his best friends.
It's all very touching and real...I would reccomend this to any people who think they might want to be doctors. It shows you that you're going to have to work very hard...but it will all be worth it in the end. That's an important lesson anyone entering the medical world needs to know.
Customer Reviews:
Handy little book.......2007-06-08
This is a very handy book to tuck in your purse or keep in your pocket as you follow the First Place Live-It plan. Lists not only foods you prepare but also exchanges from some of the most popular chain restaurants.
Handy, but limited.......2007-04-06
This handy pocket guide is a helpful resource for anyone following an exchange-based dietary plan (First Place members, Weight Watchers, and diabetics, among others). Because of its small size, it is limited. Not all foods are listed. But if you want to be able to double check portion sizes for common foods, this little book will help.
Useful book.......2004-12-31
this book has been very handy and useful to use on the first place program, it easily fits in your pocket or purse and comes in handy at the grocery store.
Customer Reviews:
Bible Study.......2007-01-19
This book is excellent along with all the other First Place Bible Studies
Book Description
Escaping the rat race and the lure of gold-digging women, wealthy businessman Vance Banning moves to a small, rural retreat, telling the townsfolk that he's an out-of-work carpenter. All he wants is peace, quiet and to keep away from women. So the last thing he needs is a charitable neighbor--especially a beautiful, gracious and persistent neighbor of the female persuasion--but there's something about Shane Abbott he just can't ignore.
Vance is certain his cover story will stop his lovely neighbor from getting too friendly, but Shane is determined to break down his resistance. Vance has been burned once, so only a fool would fall for the same innocent act twice. And he's no fool. But he has no idea how relentless Shane Abbott can be when it comes to giving a helping hand--or a loving heart.
He needed to simplify his life and mend his broken heart. She was searching for a place to finally fit in and a man who could love her for who she was. Together they discover that all they really needed was each other, and that love is the greatest Christmas gift of all.
Customer Reviews:
MUST HAVE!.......2007-05-07
im a huge nora roberts fan and i love all of her books
Nora Roberts is the greatest!.......2007-03-09
Nora Roberts books are always good reads. No matter the genre, no matter whether she writes as Nora Roberts or as J.D. Robb, she's a terrific writer.
Not Very Impressive.......2007-02-09
Shane Abbott has inherited her great-grandmother's house and decides to turn part of it into a combination antique store/museum. The house needs a lot of work and she decides to hire her next door neighbor, Vance Banning, to do the work because she thinks he is a carpenter. Initially Vance tries to avoid Shane, but there's an attraction between the two of them he can't resist and he reluctantly agrees to help. Vance is increasingly attracted to Shane and she makes it clear that she is attracted to him, but Vance has been keeping some secrets from Shane and wonders how he can tell her the truth about himself and his past. As Shane wonders what is going on with Vance, her less than loving mother reappears in her life and further threatens the relationship between Vance and Shane. Vance can only hope that the love between the two of them will hold up through all their troubles.
"First Impressions" was the first book by Nora Roberts that I've read and, while it had it's moments, I didn't really like it. Shane is a spunky enough heroine, determined to make a success of her new business. She's a well-developed and well-written character, a bit flawed but lovable, especially with her tendency to giggle at the wrong time. But Vance is not well developed at all. Roberts tries, but Vance's struggles with his business success aren't very compelling. Shane's mother, Anne, has no redeeming qualities at all. She's a cardboard character and comes across like a villain in a Disney cartoon. The romance between Vance and Shane moves quickly, too quickly; within a week of meeting him Shane says she's in love with Vance and going to marry him. There's a nice scene in the book when Shane's car gets stuck in the mud and Vance helps her to get it out. It was funny and romantic and the book could have used more scenes like that. The final conflict between Vance and Shane is too contrived as Vance had plenty of time and opportunities to tell Shane about himself.
"First Impressions" was not very impressive.
Nora Roberts never disappoints........2007-01-29
A great, fun read. Nora Roberts does a wonderful job breathing real life into her characters. They are interesting, have interesting professions and/or positions and play well to us commoners' fantasies. They have intelligence, spirit, good sense of humor and totally engage the reader. For some reason, I almost felt like this story ended too soon. It felt like there should have been more. Of, course, I NEVER like to see a good book end. It's almost like a friend moved far away. I'm still hoping Nora will turn "Three Fates" into a trilogy as good as "Born in Fire", "Born in Ice", "Born in Shame". I anxiously await her next novel.
on time and a great read.......2007-01-20
This book was highly enjoyed by my mom. It was one of her Christmas gifts. I really am happy that I ordered it. This is one of our favorite authors.
Average customer rating:
- This review refers to the audiobook
- Highly enjoyable read
- I had a hard time relating to the characters
- great!
- siziling
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First, Best And Only
Barbara Delinsky
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Binding: Mass Market Paperback
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Book Description
A moving tale of love and forgiveness by bestselling author Barbara Delinsky.
When she was just seventeen, Marni Lange loved Brian Webster with a consuming passion. Then a tragic accident tore them apart. Brian's broken body mended, but he never forgave himself for the accident that killed Marni's brother. Marni, her world equally shattered, was forced to choose between honoring her powerful, wealthy family . . . and the man she loved.
Now, fourteen years later, Marni is a successful businesswoman about to be profiled by a world-famous photographer . . . Brian Webster. Suddenly they find themselves face-to-face with the past that has haunted them. As a teenager, Marni couldn't defy her family. But now she's a formidable woman in her own right, willing to fight to hold on to what matters most: her family, her legacy and a second chance at love.
Customer Reviews:
This review refers to the audiobook.......2006-12-26
This was a nice, fast paced story of reconciliation, healing and forgiveness. The meant-to-be type of romance between soulmates appeals to my hopelessly romantic heart, and I especially like the mature way Marnie stood up against her parent's controlling manipulativeness, leaving the door open for acceptance and a loving resolution.
Highly enjoyable read.......2003-09-08
Once I started reading this book, I found it hard to put down. Delinsky uses a great mix of romance, drama and even a bit of comedy. The main characters had interesting careers (one a corporate CEO and the other a famous photographer) and a tragically intertwined past. I like how Marni stands up to her father when she realizes Brian is the thing she wants even more than her powerful job running the family business - which she was basically pushed into after the tragic death of her brother, in an accident that left Brian severely wounded. Love conquers all in this story and it brings a smile to my heart.
I had a hard time relating to the characters.......2002-12-05
The books overall story is great but I had a hard time getting lost in the characters. I find that many of Delinskys books leave you a little distanced from the characters. I empathized with the characters, but it didn't hold my interest as would other novels I have read. It reminds me of jumping in the shower before taking my clothes off.. I like my books to slowly envelope my mind and take over. This did not do that.
great!.......2001-09-13
the book was really thoughtful, i couldn't help crying since i was so touched
siziling.......2000-03-27
I have just finished reading this book for the fourth time. It is wonderfull. It has sold me on Barbara Delinsky. She is a wonderful writer who has made a wonderful plot.
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