The Honeymoon's Over: True Stories of Love, Marriage, and Divorce

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Isabel Rose saw red flags before her marriage, but everyonethought she'd made a perfect match. Ann Hood's relationship with herhusband had the usual bumps, until the tragic death of her young daughterforged their bond for life. When Terry McMillan went through her publicdivorce, the trauma affected everyone in her life. While Joyce Maynardcared for her dying mother, her children's babysitter took even better careof her husband. Andrea Chapin, after years of money battles with hermusician husband, realized she had to become the mogul in the family. AnnieEchols found her marriage on the rocks when an unexpected pregnancy upsether family's delicate balance. In THE HONEYMOON'S OVER, women candidlydiscuss the good times, the bad times, and what makes or breaks a marriagein essays that will resonate with readers--married, single, or divorced.

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Good to know we all have the same issues.......2007-08-01

Short stories that are well presented and represent a host of situations - so one (or more) of them should apply to everyone who's been married. Nice to help you keep perspective, lots of different writing styles. Good to read 1-2 stories at a time and process what they have to offer.

Straight Talk About Marriage.......2007-07-02

Love, marriage, divorce. For those of us who have loved or are still
loving, have been married or still married, been divorced or are going
through a divorce, we have our own love, marriage, and divorce stories
to tell. However, In The Honeymoon's Over, Chapman and Wofford-Grand
have carefully edited and compiled some of the best stories on these
three issues.

Reading each of these stories is like listening to your sisterfriend
while sipping coffee or tea. The authors are storytellers, telling
their stories in a very fluid and conversational style. Easy to read
and understand, these stories are well-written, emotional and very
revealing. You can almost feel their pain, cry their tears, and
rejoice in their decisions. After you have read these stories,
you can think about each author's perspective of love, herself,
relationships and her future. You may even think about which story
applies to you.

Although each story is distinctive in terms of the author, her story
and her writing style, the themes and the storytelling style unite
these stories into this unique book. At least one story will appeal
to every reader. The reader may be able to even identify with an
author or two. These women are sharing their stories, and
telling ours, too. I recommend reading this book.

Karen Lemmons
APOOO Bookclub

The Honeymoon's Over.......2007-05-20

This was not what I thought it would be. Although, there were some interesting stories, I was somewhat dissapointed.

Great Book.......2007-04-10

This book is very well written. Definitely speaks volumes about relationships. But be ready to have the tissues on hand. :)

BRUTALLY HONEST.......2007-03-03

I absolutely loved this book, and I am keeping it becauseI know I will read it again. As I approach my 27th wedding anniversary I feel as though I know quite a bit about what makes a marriage worth hanging on to. Nobody is married for a long time without going through major bumps in the road but many of the stories in this collection illustrate how rewarding it is to stick it out - what you end up with is so special that it is difficult to describe. Of course, not every relationship has a happy ending and I enjoyed those essays also. My personal favorite? The Electric Husband - hilarious.

P.S. Terry McMillan's rage is hurting her MUCH, MUCH more than her ex-husband - anger is human but if you don't let go of it you will be poisoned by it.

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True Believer
Nicholas Sparks
Manufacturer: Grand Central Publishing
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ASIN: 0446618152

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From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nicholas Sparks comes an unforgettable love story that explores the deepest mysteries of all-those of the heart. As a science journalist with a regular column in Scientific American, Jeremy Marsh specializes in debunking the supernatural. A born skeptic, he travels to the small town of Boone Creek, North Carolina determined to find the real cause behind the ghostly apparitions that appear in the town cemetary.What he doesn't plan on, however, is meeting and falling hopelessly in love with Lexie Darnell, granddaughter of the town psychic. Now, if the young lovers are to have any kind of future at all, Jeremy must make a difficult choice: return to the life he knows, or do something he's never done before-take a giant leap of faith. But his choice is only the beginning, for their story takes the most unlikely twist of all, one that will finally make Jeremy a TRUE BELIEVER.

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don't bother.......2007-09-04

I have to agree with many of the other reviewers. The premise had me interested then the story did not amount to much. I was let down at the end. The problem is I finished the book because I already bought the next one At First Sight. I think Sparks really dropped the ball on this one. It was such a let down from his other novels that I was surprised.

Beware: This is NOT a ghost story!.......2007-08-27

I'm writing this review in the hopes of dissuading anyone from buying it based on what the synopsis says on the back cover! Here's the part I'm referring to: "...Jeremy Marsh [Scientific American journalist hero of the story] specializes in debunking the supernatural and has a real nose for the strange and unusual. ...he travels to the small town of Boone Creek, determined to find the real cause behind the ghostly apparitions that appear in the town cemetery..." Based on this, I thought there would be some great ghostly intrigue interspersed with the promised love story.

Well, we don't get the first glimpse of the ghosts until page 167! And in the whole book, perhaps 30 pages (of 322) have ANYTHING to do with ghosts. As a matter of fact, the whole ghost business is a limp, mostly lifeless subplot to an equally limp love story.

And I like good love stories. But this is not one of them. Contrived and cliche, I never really cared much for the relationship of Jeremy and Lexie, the small town librarian he meets while investigating the 'ghost story'.

I believe this book would never have been published had it been a first novel - the writing drags and winds, badly in need of tightening, and neither the love story nor the ghost story, by themselves, are worth the read.

Lastly, I have to say shame on the editor for letting Mr. Sparks dish out erroneous science - a new moon is NOT caused by the moon being in the earth's shadow! That would be an eclipse. A new moon is when the moon is not visible because all of the light from the sun is hitting the side of the moon currently not visible. Google it. Amazing that such a silly error could pass the editor. But given the drivel of the rest of the book, I guess I'm not surprised.

In summary: just another shallow sappy love story, with little bits about ghosts (which turn out to be nothing anyway) interspersed. Do not buy.

A little too cheesy.......2007-08-25

This book was just okay. It is my second Nicholas Sparks book, and I am trying to figure out why he is so loved. Both the books I have read, "A Bend in the Road" and now "True Believer" were just okay. Both of these books seemed to follow the formula of boy and girl meet, boy and girl fall in love after some apprehension by one of them, boy and girl encounter snag in relationship, boy and girl work everything out in the end. Also, am I the only one that feels these are so unbelievably cheesy that they just want to gag?? The last line of "True Believer" almost had me lose my dinner it was so disgustingly cheese-ball.

No Sparks this time.......2007-08-04

I usually love Nicholas Sparks' books but this one seemed to drag on and on. I couldn't feel the connection between Jeremy and Lexie. So predictable but was hoping that they would say goodbye in the end so as to end the boredom of their relationship.

How is this guy so famous?.......2007-07-24

I have seen a couple of Spark's book-adapted movies and loved them, so i thought i would take a chance on his writing. I felt no connection to his characters, the plot was slow, and i was very disappointed. The book wasn't worth the time it took to read. Sorry, nicholas. Maybe, hopefully, his other stuff is better.

History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)

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History as Science Fiction

History: Fiction or Science? (Chronology, No. 1)
Anatoly Fomenko
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ASIN: 2913621058

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Recorded history is a finely-woven magic fabric of intricate lies about events predating the sixteenth century. There is not a single piece of evidence that can be reliably and independently traced back earlier than the eleventh century. This book details events that are substantiated by hard facts and logic, and validated by new astronomical research and statistical analysis of ancient sources.

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Calculations are only as good as your numbers.......2007-08-03

Yes, we can all agree that mainstream history is nearly 100% BS due to politics, economics, ego, problems with dating techniques, and various conspiracies. Agreed. But, I've been researching the distinct possibility that human history (in terms of civilizations) are much more ancient than we've been told, so coming across this book was very interesting to me. I wondered how Fomenko could be wrong (if at all) because he is very persuasive in his presentations. Then it dawned on me. If at previous times in prehistory, due to the various catastrophies that are well documented (comets, asteroids, planetary disruptions, plasma discharge, pole reversals, etc) the Earth was in a different position in relation to the sun, different tilt on its axis, different orbit, different rotation (in terms of velocity and DIRECTION), and the continents were in different positions, then would this not cause the ancients to see the sky (constellations) differently? In other words, is Fomenko making erronious assumptions about the physics of the Earth in pre-history, which then corrupt his data with regards to dating the relevant astrology? The last event to seriously disrupt our planet occured roughly 3500 years ago, according to other good researchers, so is it possible Fomenko has been confused by this? The vastly different physics of our planet in the not so distant past may explain this confusion, which is not to say the "mainstream" version of history is correct; on the contrary. I am not an expert in these fields, but wanted to see if this idea could spark discussion.

Pants on fire?.......2007-07-19

Will people ever read before spamming? Yes, Jesuits could not rewrite world history alone, they had help. Anyway, Dr Prof Acad A.Fomenko does not point to jesuits as the driving force of world wide history manipulation in published volumes 1,2,3;, actually he barely mentions the poor devils. Check it with 'Search inside' feature, please. China is rarely mentioned either, in fact, Dr Fomenko is completely eurocentric. Right, his theory contradicts all mainstream schools of history, because in their actual state they are all built on blatantly erroneus chronology. You don't need a mysterious cabal (conspiracy) to falsify history, the falsification is its modus operandi. It is inherent to history(ians) to falsify (distort) events, as it is inherent to humans to boast as it is inherent to power (authority) to legimize itself by referrring to glorious past made to its own order. Dr Prof Fomenko and team have identified scores of instances of such manipulation in Russian, European, etc.. history, and delivered valid statistical proof thereof. His own 'reconstruction' is completely another story. Forget c14 as a valid method of dating. W.Libby has initially discovered a brilliant method of INDEPENDENT dating. Too bad, c14 method has become a joke after a forced marrige with dendrochronology with consensual chronological scale inbuilt. Radiocarbon method can't stand blind tests, but is so very productive as a rubberstamp.

Accepted History & Chronology Must Be Changed. .......2007-04-09

There is no doubt that history as most know it is a sham, & institution's version of History both University & Church is fradulent & inaccurate. Everything was established with an agenda, The real "Dark Ages" are now when we have access to incredible amounts of information past authorities & more important 'common folk' didn't have but our institutions & educators are slow to evolve because of what has ignorantly & arrogantly been taught for too long. This is on many subjects not just Chronology.

For anyone to question "Why would a Mathematician have anything credible to say of History?" The answer is from Dr. Fomenko's preface in the book: "It would be worthwhile to remind the reader that in the XVI-XVII century Chronology was considered to be a subdivision of Mathematics." These volumes could possibly be some of the most important works to date & should be read by everyone with an interest in History, especially professors & educators who have a duty to the public. I have read both books & must say that 'Chronology 1' has some very eye opening & revolutionary information. Even if these volumes are part true the implications are profound & opens the doors to further investigations & questions which must be done. I speak several different lanquages & must say the logic Dr. Fomenko uses with "inflection" of words & words being read from left to right in one region & right to left in another then written backwards, the removal of vowels & get down to basics of words, or different cities & locations having the same name etc. is correct. Vowel usage has always been optional & varied, actually complicating linquistics & study. The first thing one has to understand is that words never had a fixed spelling in history like we do now, the spelling of words was mutable & regional, as well as names & titles of people were vast, varied & changed, NOTHING WAS FIXED or understood linear. Matters of Life & Death as well as financial profiteering yesterday & today were & are made with ignorant, illogical & conspiratorial views of history & reality, it's time people get closer to the Truth & society collectively grow up.

Very Interesting.......2007-03-07

It is a good proposal and I believe it will mature into something even better in the future. I think it deserves to be read.

History as Science Fiction.......2007-01-10

Anatoly Fomenko has written a very intriguing book, full of pictures, charts, and computer 'proof' of his thesis: backwards of AD900 we don't really know what happened or when. Between AD900 and AD1600 there is more certainty, but there is still a lot of fuzzy ground, and things don't get reliable until we get past the 1600's where the printing press made it very difficult for the perpetrators of this timeline manipulation to change anything that had been committed to print. The Dark Ages did not happen. Books were burned for a reason. One organization has doubled the actual length of its existence by expanding the real chronology. Read why.

I had always wondered why Christ died about AD33 and yet men waited until the 11th century to form the Knights Templar, the Cathars, etc and go after the Holy Land by force. Why the 1000 year gap? Turns out there wasn't more than a 10-12 year gap and he proves it using astronomy. This also implies that the planet is not as old as we have been told, and current Christian and other creationist scientists are already championing that idea without being aware of Fomenko's book. The two groups, creationist scientists and the Russian mathematical analysts corroborate each other. Fascinating.

Of course, all this flies in the face of what we have been told traditionally is the 'proper' chronology of western civilization, and most readers will experience 'cognitive dissonance' in reading this book. It means that our history going backwards from AD1600 becomes progressively more incorrect and unreliable until it cannot be trusted at all... in the space of 700-800 years.

Naturally, the curious, open-minded reader will want to know WHO did this, WHY, and did any of the events we think of as really ancient ever happen?
Dr. Fomenko is a respected scientist/mathematician at Moscow State University who has already answered these questions to the satisfaction of his initially skeptical colleagues. Most of them are now believers, a few still refuse to believe (the usual diehards), and of course the western press has ignored Fomenko's work -- for obvious reasons when you read the book. The ones who perpetrated this chronology ruse have a lot to answer for. They are still with us. That's why this book is a well-kept secret.

I gave the book a 4-star rating because I was unable to check out some of his claims; those I checked were as he said. But if even 1/3 of his claims are true, this punches a big hole in what we think is our history, the meaning of western civilization, our educational process (for repeating the ruse as gospel), and the trustworthiness of the organization that perpetrated this ruse, well-intentioned or not.

This book relates to current research into a Young Earth paradigm, to John Keel's discoveries about our planet, and Fr Malachi Martin's insights (in his now out-of-print books). We are indeed sheep who are manipulated and kept ignorant -- for a reason. While knowing what these men have to say may be the "booby prize" (as in: 'what can you do with this knowledge?'), it will provide interesting reading. Didn't someone say: "...and the Truth will set you free."?? For you to judge if this book contains the truth.

True Betrayals; Montana Sky; Sanctuary: Three Complete Novels

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True Betrayals/Montana Sky/Sanctuary

True Betrayals; Montana Sky; Sanctuary: Three Complete Novels
Nora Roberts
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ASIN: 0399147314
Release Date: 2001-05-31

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People magazine declared that "[Nora Roberts] is at the top of her game," and there's no greater evidence of that than these three novels. From the horse farms of Virginia to the rugged beauty of Montana to an island off the coast of Georgia, these novels showcase Nora Roberts's talents for intense drama, vivid characters, and fast-paced suspense.

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Love all of Nora's romance books.......2007-02-25

You can never go wrong with a Nora Roberts romance novel and this is just one more great one in the list.

beware small type.......2007-01-15

i haven't finished reading even the first of these three books, but I am struggling to read the small, serifed type. I don't usually have any problems reading normal type, but something about the font and size of the type, combined with the large book is making this read a bit of a struggle for me.

So far, really like the characters and very typical Nora Roberts writing.

Very Good Reads.......2007-01-14

If you are an avid reader as I aa and a Nora Roberts fan too, you can't beat these three great books combined in one volume.
I am certain that you will enjoy these three earlier works by Nora Roberts.

Great vendor.......2006-11-14

This book was in great condition. The delivery was fast. Thank you for your prompt attention.

True Betrayals/Montana Sky/Sanctuary.......2006-08-31

Truly a great grouping of three story lines. Each one kept me on the edge of my seat and reluctant to put down until I completed it. Descriptions of location and events put you right there. I can't wait to read more of this author.

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True Light
A++
Another Blackstock Success
Gripping and full of life teachings.

True Light (Restoration Series #3)
Terri Blackstock
Manufacturer: Zondervan
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Awesome Book!.......2007-09-21

I love this book. The entire series is a great story. Each book allowed me to get deeper and deeper into the lives of the characters. I hope more is to come!

True Light.......2007-09-09

Really like this series by Terri Blackstock but feel that the first book was the best - True Light

A++.......2007-09-08

I've enjoyed all three of the series. I'm looking forward to The next book of the series.

Another Blackstock Success.......2007-09-05

I have never begun a review of a book where I suggest reading other books before the one I'm reviewing. But in the case of True Light, I will. This review is for True Light, but in actuality it covers all three books and if you want to really enjoy this marvelous series, please start with book one.

Terri Blackstock's Restoration Series includes Last Light, Night Light and True Light. This series is a gripping saga that begins in Last Light when the world as we know it ends. Cars die, planes fall from the sky, all electricity vanishes, taking every modern convenience we have come to rely on with it and taking the Branning family back to our ancestors' world without the knowledge, skills, or tools to survive in that hard working lifestyle.

In book 1, Last Light, we find the Brannings struggling to cope with the need to find food, water, and other basic essentials. In Last Light, Blackstock portrays man's innate need to survive and the lengths we will go to insure that survival. And through all the lawless behavior that stems from that need, including murder, she gives us a family who turns to God instead of following the crowd and comes out far richer for their choice.

Night Light and True Light, books two and three, continues with the Brannings' life without modern conveniences. Each book holds a riveting mystery to solve and very creative solutions to the problems the Brannings face. I won't give you more details than that as I'd hate to spoil your enjoyment of this series.

I have always enjoyed Terri Blackstock's work. I've read many of her books and enjoy her no nonsense, practical writing style. But in this series she captured me by playing off an event that, though it is almost too impossible to imagine, I found myself fully believing in the possibility of such a meltdown in civilization. Found myself, living in the Brannings' world and wondering what I would do if faced with the same situation.

Though I hope to never experience this event in my life, and I'm sure you wouldn't either, Blackstock allows us to live the terror, turmoil, and tension in the pages of her books. So go out, buy the entire series at one time, as you'll want to move from one book to the next without a break.

Gripping and full of life teachings........2007-09-03

The best thing about Terri's books, next to her talent for writing, is the life lessons they contain for the Christian walk. They inspire me to put my faith into action. Christianity is really pretty simple when you apply it. It's the doctrinal part that gets confusing. Of course all faiths have works so it's not just the works. It's the motivation for the works,and that is God's love through his Son Jesus which comes alive in those who love Him.

The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure (The 'Good Parts' Version)

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Not quite a satire but close
The Princess Bride by William Goldman
An honest, old-fashioned adventure with a metafictional twist
It was a jolly good read.
If you loved the movie, you will love this book

The Princess Bride: S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure (The 'Good Parts' Version)
William Goldman
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ASIN: 034543014X
Release Date: 1998-11-17

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The Princess Bride is a true fantasy classic. William Goldman describes it as a "good parts version" of "S. Morgenstern's Classic Tale of True Love and High Adventure." Morgenstern's original was filled with details of Florinese history, court etiquette, and Mrs. Morgenstern's mostly complimentary views of the text. Much admired by academics, the "Classic Tale" nonetheless obscured what Mr. Goldman feels is a story that has everything: "Fencing. Fighting. Torture. Poison. True love. Hate. Revenge. Giants. Hunters. Bad men. Good men. Beautifulest ladies. Snakes. Spiders. Beasts of all natures and descriptions. Pain. Death. Brave men. Coward men. Strongest men. Chases. Escapes. Lies. Truths. Passion. Miracles."

Goldman frames the fairy tale with an "autobiographical" story: his father, who came from Florin, abridged the book as he read it to his son. Now, Goldman is publishing an abridged version, interspersed with comments on the parts he cut out.

Is The Princess Bride a critique of classics like Ivanhoe and The Three Musketeers, that smother a ripping yarn under elaborate prose? A wry look at the differences between fairy tales and real life? Simply a funny, frenetic adventure? No matter how you read it, you'll put it on your "keeper" shelf. --Nona Vero

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Once upon a time came a story so full of high adventure and true love that it became an instant classic and won the hearts of millions. Now in hardcover in America for the first time since 1973, this special edition of The Princess Bride is a true keepsake for devoted fans as well as those lucky enough to discover it for the first time. What reader can forget or resist such colorful characters as

Westley . . . handsome farm boy who risks death and much, much worse for the woman he loves; Inigo . . . the Spanish swordsman who lives only to avenge his father's death; Fezzik . . . the Turk, the gentlest giant ever to have uprooted a tree with his bare hands; Vizzini . . . the evil Sicilian, with a mind so keen he's foiled by his own perfect logic; Prince Humperdinck . . . the eviler ruler of Guilder, who has an equally insatiable thirst for war and the beauteous Buttercup; Count Rugen . . . the evilest man of all, who thrives on the excruciating pain of others; Miracle Max. . . the King's ex-Miracle Man, who can raise the dead (kind of); The Dread Pirate Roberts . . . supreme looter and plunderer of the high seas; and, of course, Buttercup . . . the princess bride, the most perfect, beautiful woman in the history of the world.

S. Morgenstern's timeless tale--discovered and wonderfully abridged by William Goldman--pits country against country, good against evil, love against hate. From the Cliffs of Insanity through the Fire Swamp and down into the Zoo of Death, this incredible journey and brilliant tale is peppered with strange beasties monstrous and gentle, and memorable surprises both terrible and sublime.

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Not quite a satire but close.......2007-09-30

William Goldman's 'The Princess Bride' tells the story of the true love between buttercup and Westley- and all the obstacles they have to overcome: An evil prince, a giant, a master swordsman, giant rodents and even death itself.
It is a clever take on fairy tale stories. But although it is funny and plays with he conventions of folk tales in a knowing kind of way, it never descends into cynicysm and therefore remains very enjoyable.
I had seen the movie first and was surprised how closely the movie followed the book.

The Princess Bride by William Goldman.......2007-09-26

I was very disappointed in this book. William Goldman totally ruined it for me. He opens with 31 pages of a long, boring, rambling, collection of his comments about the Princess Bride story. Additionally he gives a page of his ridiculous comments at the beginning of each chapter. He really ruined the story of the Princess Bride for me. I would never have bought this book if I had known this edition was about William Goldman and The Princess Bride is treated as a side story.

An honest, old-fashioned adventure with a metafictional twist.......2007-09-24

The Princess Bride is an honest and old-fashioned adventure. The bride of the title is Buttercup, the most beautiful girl in the world, soon to be married to Prince Humperdinck - too bad she's in love with Westley, the farm boy. Before you reach the end, you've come to know an evil Sicilian criminal mastermind, a Spanish fencing wizard, a gentle Turkish giant and many other memorable characters.

It's not just a funny adventure, there's an additional metafictional level. As the story goes, William Goldman didn't write the book: it's an abridgement of a book written by S. Morgenstern. Every now and then Goldman pops in the story, interrupts and discusses some details of Morgenstern's work he disagrees with and has cut off. I'm fairly sure some people will dislike that, but to me, it was the thing that made Princess Bride shine.

It was good, but not spectacular - I don't quite get the amazingly good reviews at Amazon, for example. It was funny, definitely, but not hilarious. The book is oozing good one-liners, that I admit. So, if you're looking for adventure, romance and excitement, The Princess Bride is certainly a good choice.

It was a jolly good read........2007-09-13

My first experience to the story of the Princess Bride was through the indulgence of the movie. I first saw it as a child, and I was like... this is a great movie. I still watch it today, because now I understand some things I didn't before, the more subtle humor that is carefully placed for adult ears only...

But enough of the movie. This is a book review! I decided to pick up the novel after I finally found out it was a novel. And yes, at first, I too fell to the prank of the S. Morgenstein joke. I'm so naive sometimes.

As I began reading, I couldn't help but appreciate the sarcastic and light tone of the author. The wording is humorous and free, and while it is not exactly of literary greatness, it is fun to read. I think that is the point that Goldman is trying to get across - humor. This book is simply meant to entertain, and that it does.

True, true, I am sympathetic to the fact that Buttercup is a true weakling who must be protected by her one and only Westley. I'm not exactly a feminist... but I don't exactly appreciate things like that. However, I can see the angle the author is coming from. He's writing a fantasy, a fairy tale. And let's face it, back in that age, women were not exactly treated like they are today. It all fits into context, so I am not completely angry at that fact.

I think the reason this book is so successful is because Goldman takes the cliche of the ordinary fairy tale and basically ridicules it in a way the reader can appreciate. I guess one could call this book a pun on fantasy. In doing this, Goldman has created a world in which not only those fans of humor will appreciate, but also those who are fans of the traditional fairy tale. People of all ages can appreciate the light wit that is contracted into every page of this novel, and the discrepencies from the ordinary. But people can also cherish it for the classic storyline it follows. This is truly a book for all people of every age of every time.

If you loved the movie, you will love this book.......2007-09-08

One of my favorites of all time. I loved the movie the first time I saw it as a kid and scooped up the book when I found out there was one.

It is hilarious! The wit and satire of the movie is only touched on when compared with book. I just could not stop laughing the entire time I was reading it.

Its a fast read, filled with wondering characters, dialog, adventure, pirates, sword fighting, and yes... even kissing.

A good fairy tale for the kids at heart.

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Wish Come True (Carson Springs Novel)
Eileen Goudge
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ASIN: 0451210611
Release Date: 2004-03-02

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After years in the shadow of her movie-star sister, Monica, Anna Vincenzi finally sheds that extra weight. Now she's a knockout-and her emerging beauty has escaped no one, least of all her sister.

But when Monica is found floating face down in her pool, the once-mousy Anna suddenly finds herself thrust into the spotlight-fighting to clear her name of murder. The entire Carson Springs community rallies around her, but, to her surprise, it's the handsome, insightful Dr. Marc Raboy who becomes her most ardent supporter...

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Great book.......2006-03-09

Like the other books in the Carson Springs series, this is an excellent book. The plot is different from the others which keeps it interesting. I like how the characters from the other books are all involved in the story as well.

Not her absolute best, but a great read!.......2005-11-09

Ms. Goudge's stories are always interesting with well rounded characters, complex enough to seem real, the storylines are a bit out there, but that's what makes them interesting. This book was no different. I found I didn't enjoy it as much as her other books, but maybe I just wasn't in the mood for this kind of writing, or Anna (the main character) wasn't as interesting to me as the other characters. I really enjoyed the scenes narrated by Finch, the young teenaged runaway adopted by Laura and Hector.

This particular book is about Anna Vincenzi, the sister of famous movie star Monica Vincent, who is a whiny, controlling wheelchair-bound alcoholic, and also Anna's employer. When Monica is found dead, Anna gets blamed and thus the plot. Anna also undergoes a metamorphosis (which at times seems forced), losing weight and learning to stand up for herself. The Carson Springs series is fun to read, I would recommend any of Goudge's books, particularly "Such Devoted Sisters".

Third in the series stands on its own.......2005-11-01

Anna Vincenzi has spent most of her life in her sisters' shadow. Monica Vincent, a famous actress who is now confined to a wheel chair has always kept Anna down, and played on her fears and lack of self-esteem. When Anna is not waiting hand and foot on Monica or answering her fan mail, she is taking care of their mother, who suffers from Alzheimer's.

Monica, an alcoholic, takes a tumble and as a result, Anna and other sister Liz decide that she needs rehab. This rehab requires that the family get involved in therapy, and soon family secrets are on the verge of being revealed, and Anna slowly comes out of her shell as she falls for the therapist, Marc Raboy.

Marc returns her affections as they embark on an affair but admits that they cannot have anything more than an affair, and he can tell that is not something that she can do. Marc is married a schizophrenic who was committed to a hospital 18 months earlier. He has affairs, but does not let his heart get involved.

Several months later, when Anna finally stands up for herself and announces her intention to no longer serve as Monica's personal assistant (and slave), suddenly Monica's lifeless body has been found in the pool, and all suspicions turn to Anna. Marc steps out of the self-imposed exile to help Anna until the situation can be resolved, but what then?

There is a secondary story of Finch's quest to find her birth family, when she comes across a stage hand from the Carson Springs movie with the same name as her. Could it be her grandmother? While a little weak, it does set up the next eventual story set in Carson Springs. There are plenty of characters from pervious Carson Springs novels populating this story as well. Goudge always does a good job of folding the other characters into the storyline without making it feel forced, but for readers not familiar with the other two novels, it may be a little confusing.

Absolutely a joy to read.......2005-06-04

I fell across the first book in this series at a used bookstore. By the end of the book I was so hooked on the community created by this author I immediately went out looking for the other books...The characters are fully drawn with all our human foibles, flaws and interests. I really enjoyed all 3 books and hope that the author revisits Carson Spring again soon. I know I will be re-reading these again & again this summer.

GREAT READ.......2004-06-26

Eileen Goudge is one of the most compelling writers of our time. In A WISH CAME TRUE, we see Anna overcome her sister's shadow into a confident woman. It is a compelling story, she writes about characters that are as real as you and me. The entire Carson Spring series is captivating with characters that you can easily relate to. Highly recommend this book, as well as the entire series, and any of her other novels.

The Heart of Love: How to Go Beyond Fantasy to Find True Relationship Fulfillment

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The Heart of Love: How to Go Beyond Fantasy to Find True Relationship Fulfillment
John Demartini
Manufacturer: Hay House
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ASIN: 140191232X

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Grounded in John Demartini’s much-loved teachings, The Heart of Love helps you apply his trail-blazing philosophy and revolutionary understanding of human behavior specifically to your relationships. If you’re looking for your soul mate, want to reignite the spark in a longtime relationship; seeking to safeguard your marriage from infidelity; or are committed to creating more authentic friendships, family connections, and business relationships, then this book is for you.

This book helps you understand what really drives human behavior in romance, business, and families; and assures you that you can have the kind of relationships you’d love to have, whether they’re lasting or brief, intensely intimate or just for fun. Ultimately, this book aims to inspire you to fulfill the true purpose of your relationships: to wake you up to your own wholeness, the divine magnificence present in every human soul. It invites you into the heart of love, which transforms any relationship into one of gratitude and true fulfillment.

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True Betrayals - Truly Satisfying
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True Betrayals
Nora Roberts
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ASIN: 0425204685

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Kelsey Byden is still reeling from her husband's affair-and going through a divorce-when a letter arrives that shakes her to the core. It is from her mother, Naomi, whom Kelsey thought long dead. When she discovers the truth-that her mother is alive and has just been released from prison-Kelsey journeys to Naomi's horse farm, and the two start the fragile process of getting to know each other. It is there that she meets Gabe Slater, a handsome gambler who sets off a powerful reaction in her. But their newfound relationship will set in motion a shocking series of events that puts Naomi's future--and Kelsey and Gabe's very lives--at risk.

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Kelsey Byden always believed that her mother was dead. But now, after all this time, she has discovered the truth: Naomi Chadwick is still alive--after spending years in prison for the murder of her lover. Now, at Naomi's Virginia horse farm, Kelsey is trying to sort out a lifetime of deception--and her feelings about her mother. The bonds of love can be fragile?as Kelsey learned from her recently ended marriage. But as the two women rebuild their relationship--and Kelsey finds herself swept into an unsettling new romance--she must decide once and for all who she can trust, and who threatens to betray her?

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True Betrayals - Truly Satisfying.......2007-07-16

There's just nothing that I don't like about Nora Robert's writing. She's descriptive without being boring. She pulls you into her stories before you get past the first page. Her plots grab you and her characters hold you.

True Betrayals is no exception. The idea of receiving a letter from someone you thought was dead intrigues me. Especially, if it's a parent. And from there the intricate interweaving of family, friend, and enemy relationships leads the reader into a story that you'll remember for a long time.

But, of course, the romance between Kelsey and Gabe was the glue that held the story together and kept me reading.

Just great.......2007-05-14

It arrived timely. I didn't listen to it as I gave it to my mother. She didn't complain so guess it was okay.

Thanks, Jean Baber

Hated to see it end!.......2007-02-01

True Betrayals was an exciting story with lots of romance and suspense. One of Roberts' best. It gave me an interesting look into the world of horse racing and an intriguing romance between Gabe Slater and Kelsey Byden and I am a sucker for a good romance. I have a tendency to enjoy her older work more than her current work and right now I'm reading Sacred Sins which has Ben Paris, who is maybe a bit more of a handful than Slater. All in all, a good read. One that's hard to put down.

One of her best.......2006-11-08

Roberts did a wonderful job with this book. I enjoyed this book and highly recommend this book to others.

Great Book!.......2006-10-16

This is another great book by Nora Roberts. I love all her books. This book was wonderful, great plot, interesting characters, and more. Like all of the books that I have read by Nora Roberts, this one keeps you coming back for more. Once I started reading it, I didn't want to stop. I couldn't wait to finish it and find out who was causing all the trouble and whether or not Gabe and Kelsey would end up together. I would definitely recommend this book to others, in fact I have. I'm currently read Morrigan's Cross and can't wait to get started of Dance of the Gods.

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Smart, witty and fun
A Rich Tapestry. A Delightful Love Story.
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No True Gentleman (Sonnet Books)
Liz Carlyle
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In this powerful and passionate novel from Liz Carlyle, one of romance fiction's brightest new stars, a high-society murder brings scandal to the lords and ladies of the ton -- and unexpected desire to a pair of unlikely lovers.

No True Gentleman

Lady Catherine Wodeway knows that no true gentleman would presume to kiss a lady senseless without a proper introduction -- not even to save her life. yet somehow, Maximilian de Rohan's dark good looks, brooding manner, and mysterious past make it all too easy for Catherine to forget that she's a lady.

Although Max is stunned by Catherine's beauty, honesty, and charm, he knows that getting mixed up with a noblewoman can end badly, especially when her brother is a murder suspect. But when Catherine stumbles onto the key to Max's murder investigation and unwittingly places herself in the killer's hands he will risk everything to pull her out of danger and into the arms of love.

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In this powerful and passionate novel from Liz Carlyle, one of romance fiction's brightest new stars, a high-society murder brings scandal to the lords and ladies of the ton - and unexpected desire to a pair of unlikely lovers. No True Gentleman Lady Catherine Wodeway knows that no true gentleman would presume to kiss a lady senseless without a proper introduction - not even to save her life. yet somehow, Maximilian de Rohan's dark good looks, brooding manner, and mysterious past make it all too easy for Catherine to forget that she's a lady. Although Max is stunned by Catherine's beauty, honesty, and charm, he knows that getting mixed up with a noblewoman can end badly, especially when her brother is a murder suspect. But when Catherine stumbles onto the key to Max's murder investigation and unwittingly places herself in the killer's hands he will risk everything to pull her out of danger and into the arms of love.

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Smart, witty and fun.......2007-07-28

This was my first Liz Carlyle and what a wonderful introduction it was. The heroine is smart, funny and very likable. The hero is moody, brooding and oh so sexy--as every romantic hero should be. The other characters who round out the cast are entertaining and interesting in themselves. A good read and I recommend it.

A Rich Tapestry. A Delightful Love Story........2007-05-19

It's a very unlikely love story, but completely spellbinding. Maximilian de Rohan is a dark mysterious man with a mysterious, complex past. He is "not a pleasant fellow" and sometimes has the "temperament of a snarling dog". He has spurned his highborn past and immersed himself in the lowly, dangerous life of a policeman determined to remain single in order to dedicate his life to honorably serving his fellow man. But then the lovely, intelligent and self-possessed Lady Catherine comes into his life and turns everything upside down.

The strongly intuitive Catherine recognizes quickly that there is far more to Max than the grim policeman he seems on the surface, and that, despite Max's forbidding and curt demeanor, the connection between them is something very special, something she is compelled to pursue as she carves out a new life for herself.

Max, however, fights hard against their connection, believing that he is in no way worthy of Catherine, and also unwilling to give up the selfless loner life he has carved out for himself. Poor Max, he doesn't know what has hit him. Between his scheming, manipulative, fortune-telling Tuscan grandmother, and Catherine's forthright, patient, and all too understanding kindness towards him, he doesn't stand a chance.

Wonderfully warm, passionate, intimate love scenes. Fascinating dialogs between Catherine and Max, and sometimes hilariously absurd such as Max's agonizingly confused and halting proposal where Catherine has to point out that Max is making it sound like he is claiming her as some sort of hunting trophy. The character development is so rich and intriguing. We are drawn into Max's complex psyche and tragic history as he struggles with his feelings for Catherine and how she threatens to change his life. The quirky supporting characters are so much fun and all mixed up in a complex murder investigation. As unlikely a romantic pair as Max and Catherine seem to be at the outset, the story of their strong sexual attraction, and the love as it grows between them is very convincing and so tenderly sweet. I enjoyed the book so much, I had to reread most it.

Not worth more then 3 stars..........2007-04-13

After reading all the reviews here and hearing lots about this up and coming author ( my understanding was Ms Carlyle was another Judith McNaught/Johanna Lindsey with Lisa Kleypas erotic love scenes sort of romance author )... I ordered this book ( my first by this author) and sorry to say I was not impressed.

I didn't think it deserved a 4.5 stars. Don't get me wrong, its a very readable book with a good mix of romance/mystery. However I do not believe it deserved more then 3 stars, max. My main issue with this book was at time it dragged on, too slow in the beginning, character mainly stiff, unnatural... I dont know, I found it mostly.. dull.

On the good side, I thought the love scenes very hot, believeable... and I didn't get too annoyed with our heroine which is a HUGE plus for me.... all in all.. not a horrible book, not a great one either, I guess...

Its one of those books you read to pass the time, one of those books you CAN close the book when its bed time....

No True Gentleman.......2007-01-10

This book has it all, murder, scandal and love. Lady Catherine is caught
between protecting her brother and being a proper lady. She plays the
roll of investigator herself. She not only finds the kill but true love.

Plenty of whodunit, insufficient romance..........2006-06-07

I have heard wonderful things about Liz Carlyle. It has been said that her Regencies are wonderful and romantic and that she makes you feel the time period. So, I gave No True Gentleman a whirl first because the plot seemed interesting and because I liked the pretty white, gold and lavender cover. The year is 1826. Lady Catherine Wodeway is a young widow staying in London with her aunt Lady Kirby. Her aunt wants her to stay for the season and meet someone new to marry. Catherine sets her eyes on Maximilian de Rohan, a tall, dark and handsome former Bow Street runner and policeman now working in the home office. Max has always been irresistible to married women and daring widows because of his job, but Max has gotten tired of being their boy toy. Which is why he tries to resist Catherine as much as possible. He knows he is no gentleman in the eyes of the nobles and that he isn't good enough for her. But when her life is threatened by the person who had murdered a noblewoman, a man Max has been searching among the ton, he will do anything to protect her. But will he be able to resist her? Would she accept someone who is beneath her station? There are some twists throughout the novel.

Liz Carlyle does a wonderful job with the descriptions and language in the novel. She does make you feel the time period quite well. I also like Carlyle's references to Sir Robert Peel and his efforts to improve and begin stronger police force in the 1820s. And I like Max de Rohan as a magistrate helping the London police. He makes a good sleuth. The mystery aspect of the novel is also quite entertaining. Even though I was able to guess who the actual murderer was, I wondered about the person's motives. The characters are quite interesting as well. This is part of a series (not the first installment) and this is Max's spinoff. I think the one that follows this one is Catherine's brother Bentley's story. Despite all of these good points, I felt no connection with Catherine and Max as a couple. To me, they have no chemistry and I wondered why Max found Catherine so fascinating and vice versa since they hardly spent time together. Their love scenes are steamy, but that alone does not romance make. For the first half of the book, we are too much in Max's mind, reading again and again about his brooding and raving about the gentry, and this goes on for a large portion of the book. And Carlyle doesn't create a good balance between the two genres featured here. I agree with the reviewers who wrote that the mystery plot overshadowed the romance. I felt the same way. The romance's pacing is rather slow and continues to lag throughout the novel. Also, this lacks the passion and pulling of the heart strings that I enjoy in this genre. No True Gentleman would have been a great read had this been a mystery series with Max de Rohan as the leading sleuth. I'm afraid it falls short as a Regency romance though. I do like Carlyle's writing style and I will give her a second chance. I have The Devil You Know lined up and I hope that one will be better.

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