White Lies (The Arcane Society, Book 2)

Book Description

The New York Times-bestselling author of Falling Awake and All Night Long takes her fans beyond the everyday boundaries of the mind-and the heart-in a compulsively readable new novel of paranormal power, deception, and danger . . .

Petite, thirtysomething Clare Lancaster is a Level Ten para-sensitive-and a "human lie detector." Over the years, she's come to accept that someone with her extraordinary talents is likely to have trouble in the relationship department. And she's even resigned herself to the fact that everyone, to one degree or another, hides behind a façade. . . .

And now it seems that meeting the half sister and family whom she never knew until seven months ago was a mistake. Her father summons her from California to play a role in his business empire, and Clare doesn't intend on making the same mistake twice. But after meeting Jake Salter, Archer Lancaster's "financial consultant," Clare is convinced that things aren't what they seem. Salter's careful conversation seems to walk a delicate line between truth and deception, revealing and resisting. Something sparks and sizzles between them-something more than the usual electricity between a man and a woman.

Caught in a dizzying storm of secrets, lies, and half-truths, Jake and Clare will plunge into an investigation that demands every bit of their special gifts-together they must overcome their mutual distrust in order to unravel a web of conspiracy and murder.

Customer Reviews:

IT'S A SIN TO TELL A LIE.......2007-06-08

After reading "The River Knows" I decided to read White Lies by JAK. Since it was the same author, I thought I would like it just as well. It was an interesting read. Liked the main characters and learned a little about the paranormal abilities.

It was a fast read and amusing at times. Not a very heavy read and the romance was a little tepid. Not bad for an afternoon's entertainment.

I liked "White Lies" by Linda Howard better. Try that one.

Pretty interesting story line.......2007-05-14

This review is for the audio CD version:
This is the first novel I have read from this author, or about the arcane society. I found it interesting and liked how the events and clues to the mystery unfolded bit by bit. I also thought the chemistry was very good between the male and female main character. After listening to this story I don't have a strong desire to listen/read the rest of the arcane society books or find out what comes next.

Now, as far as the actual narration.... It was horrible. I listen to many books on CD and this had by far the worst narration. It was almost like a joke. The acting was very fake, really to the point of being totally over done. Sometimes just the way it was read made the story hard to follow because of the way it was said, or the speed of words, etc. The narration of this story definately took away from enjoyment of it, and almost made me stop listening to it.

Great Read.......2007-04-14

JAK takes the paranormal Arcane Society into the present-day (originally set in 19th century England with the Amanda Quick series), and the results are quite intriguing. It is most interesting to see that her paranormals must operate under the radar in the present world equally as much as they did in the past, with the resultant contretemps between the protagonists. Both the plotting and character development are excellent, and I am delighted to see this turn in JAK's writing. Keep them coming, please!

If you love her Jayne Castle books, you'll enjoy this!!.......2007-04-14

While I enjoy the Amanda Quick books and have read (so far) one of the Arcane Society novels, I enjoy Jayne Castle and Jayne Ann Krentz futuristic and contemporary mysteries even more. This book as one reviewer has already said is a blend of both and for me, a very entertaining and delightful blend!

The Prologue occurs some eight months before the start of the book. Clare Lancaster and her half sister, Elizabeth Glazebrook, are meeting for the first time in a bookstore cafe in Phoenix, Arizona. Clare and Elizabeth have been emailing each other and now Elizabeth has asked for Clare's help. Clare and Elizabeth are both "sensitives" and registered with the Arcane Society. Clare is a level-ten "lie detector" while Elizabeth is much lower level sensitive with her speciality being colors. Elizabeth is married to Brad McAllister who has sent her to a psychiatrist. Brad has told her and her family that Elizabeth is having a nervous breakdown. Elizabeth is afraid something else is going on and that Brad is having an affair and trying to kill her!!

Eight months later, Jake Salter is on the veranda at the Glazebrook home in Stone Canyon, Arizona watching Clare arrive in her small rental car. He can tell she is a sensitive and when Clare meets Jake and he introduces himself, she also can tell he is a high level sensitive - a hunter - and that while he claims to be a business consultant to Archer Glazebrook, Clare's biological father, Clare knows he is not telling the full truth. The reader also learns that 6 months previous, Brad McAllister was found dead and was found by Clare who was temporarily a suspect in his death which is unresolved. Clare is viciously verbally attacked at the party by Valerie McAllister Shipley, Brad's mother now married to Archer's former business partner, Owen Shipley. Valerie even goes out and smashes Clare's rental car's windshield.

As Clare and Jake begin to very, very cautiously work together to find the real killer of Brad McAllister, Clare has more close calls and the mystery deepens as many plot motives from relationships to money to corporations to Arcane Society business appear.

I loved how the mysteries are resolved, the items left unsolved for future books (?) and Ms. Krentz's wonderful sense of humor and romance!

A definite "can't put it down until I'm finished" read for me.

Barely able to keep my attention.......2007-04-05

I'm listening to this audio book. I have not read a lot of JAK, but I have to say that her dialog/narrative is really uninteresting and routine. The number of times she takes time to describe "cracking eggs in the nonstick pan" or "she took a sip of her cold green tea", etc. So boring! Instead, maybe she should spend more time describing the internal struggles/emotions of the characters. That would make for much better writing. So far, no passion in these characters... (despite a sex scene)... just generic storytelling. There is no snappy dialog or humor, either. I'll continue to listen only because I am interested in finding out the murderer. Otherwise, BORING!

Single White Vampire (Argeneau Vampires, Book 3)

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what a side-splitting fun read
A fun and sexy read
Romance
funny
Great series

Single White Vampire (Argeneau Vampires, Book 3)
Lynsay Sands
Manufacturer: Love Spell
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ASIN: 0505525526

Book Description

SWM -- Successful biographer of family; books recently categorized as "paranormal romances." Doesn't like sunbathing, garlicky dinners or religious symbols. Likes old-fashioned values; spicy Mexican dishes; warm, nice-smelling necks and plump red lips. Currently unaware he's seeking a woman to share eternity.

SWF -- Newest editor of Romance at Roundhouse Publishing. Has recently discovered a legacy author dying to be broken out. (The tall, dark, handsome writer just needs go to romance conventions and be introduced to his fans.) Dislikes "difficult, rude, obnoxious pig-headed writers." Currently unaware she's met the man of her wildest dreams.

Customer Reviews:

what a side-splitting fun read.......2007-08-19

I think I hurt from laughing after I finished this. I bought it ages ago, but kept putting it aside. The cover was just so bland. I finally reached the bottom of my TBR stack and there is still was. Now I am sorry I put it off so long.

I adore Lucern! What a grumpy sexy vampire. Him in the supermarket wanting to bite the steak was brilliant!

Highly recommended for someone who needs a smile on their face.

Cannot wait to read the rest in this series.

A fun and sexy read.......2007-06-10

I loved this book. I like vampire novels and I really like Lynsay Sands' Argeneau family series. The book is easy to read (very fast). It is so funny that at times I would be laughing out loud and get very curious looks from my husband and children. It is just a fun, sexy and entertaining book to read and continues the mythology of the Argeneau family. I've read all the other books in the series, but not in order and had no problem following along.

Romance.......2007-05-22

This was a fun book to read. I enjoy throwing in a little lighter reading between serious books.

funny.......2007-03-07

At first it is funny. I laughed out loud imagining Lucian holding the phone to his ear while talking on speaker phone. Later in the book it gets more serious and sexy.

Great series.......2006-08-28

I have read all the Argeneau series and they are great reads. Funny where they should be and super sexy. I hope there are more to come!

Love in Black and White: A Memoir of Race, Religion, and Romance

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This lady is NOT BLACK, she could pass for white!!
TWO DIFFERENT WORLDS ARE ONE
it takes all kinds
A different perspective
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Love in Black and White: A Memoir of Race, Religion, and Romance
William S. Cohen
Manufacturer: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers, Inc.
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0742558215

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Most Americans regard the World War II period as belonging to the greatest generation, but it was also a time when religious intolerance and racial violence flourished. It is within this world that this compelling memoir is set. Against impossible odds, Bill would be elected to serve his country as a U.S. Congressman and Senator, and Janet would become a prominent television personality, activist, and highly respected businesswoman and author. This powerful book is one of inspiration, hope and ultimately the redemption of America's soul.

Customer Reviews:

This lady is NOT BLACK, she could pass for white!!.......2007-05-27

I find it really amusing that these people with caucasion features who have a pretty easy time being accepted in the "white world", some how think they are the authority on race relations or interracial relationships. I have friends who married very dark skinned African Americans who lived in working class neighborhoods. Their love survived more pain, hardship, and strife then that half-breed Mrs. Cohen could ever imagine. I seriously doubt that Mr. Cohen would have it as bad a dark skinned male, with a white woman on his arm.

Get a clue!

TWO DIFFERENT WORLDS ARE ONE.......2007-03-19

This is a love story. The journey of two people arriving at the same place in time, finally. They share their respective experiences with sharp incisive candor. Readers are given a "no holds barred" look into their world.

Quite frankly, they are right. It is the time for a book of this quality to be written. Two little children born and raised in America, each having individual, separate horrendous struggles, - yet surviving, maturing, achieving success. Through their eyes, we experience life in the political, journalist, entertainment,social, personal, civil rights, and sports arena of action. Through them We meet a young Muhammad Ali, Quincey Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, Hilary Clinton, Bill Clinton, Sidney Poiter, Richard Nixon, Herbert Hoover, the FBI, Deepak Chopra, Bruce Gordon, Mahalia Jackson, John Johnson, Andrew Young, soldiers in Bosnia and many many more. Beautiful glossy photographs capture memorable moments. Thank you Bill and Janet. Your respective journeys were often jarring, but seldom boring. The book contains enlightening perspectives and is a wake-up call to the sometimes harsh yet mostly beautiful realities of life here on planet earth. And much like the lyrics of that sweet old poignant song, " We will show them as we walk together in the sun, that our two different worlds are one," -- you have indeed done just that.

I have never met William Cohen and Janet Langhart Cohen, but I have observed Janet's steady progress and achievements, over the years, from the cover of Jet Magazine to the Ebony Fashion Fair, and her television show. I have always been inspired by her courage, intelligence and professionalism. I am an African-American woman. This book is excellent and informative. Its final chapter features Janet's masterfully crafted play, a dialogue between murdered Emmitt Till and the Holocaust's Anne Frank.

My next read will be Janet's book, "From Rage to Reason."

it takes all kinds.......2007-03-01

I found the book to be an enjoyable and interesting read and I share some of the other readers comments about the book. One of the great things about the internet is that anyone is free to go online, write a review, and show how foolish they are. I sometimes wonder of some people deliberately write nasty or very poor reviews just to "stir the pot". Anyway, the world is slowly but steadily blending itself together. First products & stores, now language, and within a couple of hundred years or so, the majority of humans will be blended, too. "That's life", as Frankie sang.

A different perspective.......2007-02-22

I found the book of interest and enjoyed many segments of it. In particularly, I liked the focus on how to overcome the adversity of one's surroundings and the misperceptions around oneself. The book also is a barometer of how America has changed and for the better too.

Like the authors, I also am married to someone outside my 'race". I came to the US as an immigrant from the Netherlands,earned a PhD in the physical Sciences from an Ivy League University and taught in three major research universities, including an ivy league university and a Big 10 unviersity. Now I run a consulting business. I'm Protestant. My wife is an immigrant from Korea, was educated there as a nurse, and is Buddhist. We met in New York CIty.

If I have learned anything from our multicultiural and multiracial amrriage it is this. The key to keeping it going is mutual respect for each other, mutual respect for the cultures from which we came, a willingness to try new things considered foreign by some, a willingess to accomodate to the partner's wishes even if one doesn't understand the cultural context, and a willingness to try new things. Bill Cohen and Janet Langhart portray these critical components very well.

I realize a review is not the place to advertise but for those interested, the novel "Dissensions" has an interesting subplot and about an inter-racial and multi-cultural marriage. The book can be orderved via:

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Response to Review.......2007-02-22

This is to Alesha Bryant, How dare you say Janet Langhart Coehn is not black. Both her parents are fair skinned black folks. There is something wrong with Black people who have issues about their own skin color complaining that another person is not black. FYI most African Americans are mixed no thanks to slavery. I have a Black Father and an Italian mother and I am Ms. Langhart's complexion, and i am BLACK, so please do not say such idiotic things again, without knowing the facts. If that is your opinion, if you "think she looks Italian" your entitled to your opinion but you sound ignorant. Ms. Coehn is a Beautiful and Accomplished African American woman, so STOP hating on her COLOR, its not about COLOR its about culture. Are you really black, because your name is spelled the ghetto way???

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Living life
I love Kenna White.
Enjoyable story
Look below the surface
Best Book Yet

Skin Deep
Kenna White
Manufacturer: Bella Books
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 1594930783

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Jordan Griffin is an attractive and dedicated assistant editor for Northwest Living Magazine. She is given an assignment to track down and interview one-time nationally renowned broadcast journalist, Reece McAllister who has been living a secretive and reclusive life. To get the story, Jordan follows Reece deep into the backwoods of Washington State. To her surprise, Jordan comes away with far more than just a story.

Should she betray a trust or deny her journalistic conscience? Their future together depends on her making the right choice.

Customer Reviews:

Living life.......2007-08-12

Ok so we have a reporter who is supposed to get a story on an recluse. A woman who is the recluse that does not want to share here story. All in the back ground of a mountain hike. The reporter is tenacious and the recluse is indifferent. On the journey of a week long hike they find common ground and try to outsmart each other as to if the reporter will get the story or not. In this case the journey was enlightening for both of them. Ok book

I love Kenna White........2007-07-20

Ms. White has a uncanny talent of envokng emotions from her readers.
I like the "battle of trust" she has in every book...the suprising thing is that each of her characters is different.
New people...new challange.
I look forward to Ms. White's next book!

Enjoyable story.......2007-06-17

I enjoyed both the storyline and the character development in this book. I can't say I was initially intrigued with the idea of a journalist following her intended interview into the woods, but the story turned out to be much better than I expected. The two women, Jordan and Reese, became people I cared about and I found myself emotionally involved and rooting for them to work out their difficulties.

I appreciate Kendra White's light touch (excuse the pun)with sex scenes and look forward to reading more of her work!

Look below the surface.......2007-05-14

Skin Deep is another Kenna White romance, but there is more to this story than just two women meeting and developing an attraction for each other. And this isn't just a story about not judging someone by appearances. The scars that Reece wears in her soul are much deeper and worse than the ones in her skin. The book's title indicates that there is more to a person than what is on the suface, but going deeper than that often reveals complexities beyond imagination. The book deals with issues of trust, honor and loyalty. However, all of this is woven into a story that never becomes pedantic. This is a case where you may learn something without having to work at it. That alone makes it worth reading.

Best Book Yet.......2007-04-07

It is wonderful to see an author grow into her craft and sharpen her storytelling skills. Kenna White has done just that with her newest release, Skin Deep. This is her best written book to date with fleshed out characters that have real depth.

Reece McAllister ended a high-powered journalism career abruptly, and Jordan Griffin, magazine journalist, is tasked with finding out why. Jordan is forced to take the assignment because everyone else at the magazine has failed to obtain the story. To score the interview, Jordan makes a couple of deceptive moves and ends up in a remote area of the Olympic Peninsula following Reece. Jordan, ill-equipped for camping, continues to trail Reece further into the wilderness without any back-up plan. As the plot unfolds Jordan and the reader become curious as to why the once renowned journalist is now a recluse.

White creates a compelling and enigmatic character with Reece, and her depiction of her as a nature photographer is brilliant. We see the classical beauty of nature juxtaposed with the superficial standards that society sets for us, especially women, and it is eye-opening.

White has matured as a storyteller. The sexual tension is slowly and deliciously drawn out. She is true to her characters, giving them attributes that complement the plot. Skin Deep is a totally satisfying romance, and one that should not be missed.

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A great read
Where's the plot?
Good start, but putters out
What happened?
Can't wait to get to the next piece

White Chocolate Moments
Lori Wick
Manufacturer: Harvest House Publishers
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0736917802

Book Description

Beloved author Lori Wick presents a new standalone in the tradition of her bestselling Sophie’s Heart.

After losing her parents, Arcineh Bryant lives with her grandfather as a girl. But growing up without her family causes her to hold resentment toward the man who took her in. Years later, when she meets a man she thinks she may love, she doubts whether she can trust her own heart.

A character–rich journey leads Arcineh back to her grandfather’s home where there are surprises, questions, and for the first time in her life, an answer to “who will love me forever?” This compelling story about a woman’s hunger for acceptance and wholeness points the reader home to God’s love.

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A great read.......2007-09-29

Although the plot moves slower in this book than in most other books written by Lori Wick, Lori delivers a great read once again. It deals with sensitive family relationships in a way that you can feel for the many different perspectives.

Where's the plot?.......2007-07-27

I, like many others, am a great fan of Lori Wick and love lots of her earlier work. (The Californians, The Kensington Chronicles, ETC.) But this book was such a disappointment to me.

I really wanted to get involved in the storyline and with the characters but to my dismay there was no real storyline! It was just day to day life in the life of a girl who lost her parents at an early age. There was no suspense to pull you through the book, no "what will happen next" to grip you, just dry facts. A famous filmmaker once said, "Drama is real life- with the dull parts left out." Sadly, this work was real life with nothing but the dull parts left in.

So, in summary, my opinion was that the book's major (and in my opinion unreedemable) flaw is that it lacks conflict and suspense and without those two things there is no reason to care what happens next.

I still think Lori Wick is a wonderful writer.. I just can't recommend this book.

Good start, but putters out.......2007-07-02

I just could not get into this book as much as i had hoped. I have been reading Lori Wick books since i was a teeneager, and have loved ever one of them. I picked this one up in the store where i work, and thought" why not?"

Why not indeed.

The characters where flat and i didn't feel for Arcie the way i felt i should have. If anything, i felt more for Quinn. She had a much more difficult life. Granted, Arcie's parents die very early in the book, and that is a tragedy. I just felt her grief was not realistically expressed.

Everything just seems to come too easily for Arcie. Right down to a place to live when she leaves her grandfathers.

Personally, i think it would have been a better book had the main character been Quinn, instead of Arcie.

What happened?.......2007-06-06

I have read and reread some of Lori Wick's older books (especially the Kensington Chronicles) so much the covers have fallen off but this was soo slow I couldn't finish it. It seems lately Lori Wick has been pumping out books like she's a factory, with no real character development, and plots and phrases borrowed from earlier novels. It's disappointing because I used to always looked forward to one of her new novels. It seems like her publishers are pressuring for new books too fast.

Can't wait to get to the next piece.......2007-05-16

Reviewed by Lori Plach as Reader Views (5/07)

Why is chocolate comforting to a woman? Just the very thought of indulging in chocolate brings wonderful thoughts to women. Lori Wick presents "White Chocolate Moments" in a sweet love of family and reconciliation. Lori Wick is very accomplished, with many novels to her credit. I've never been disappointed in reading any of her novels and this one is no exception. Lori is gifted and I await her next book.

What begins as a family joining together, for Grandpa Bryant's birthday, turns to sadness. Arcineh Bryant is an only child. Her parents die in a car accident and Grandpa has her live with him. Grandpa is a very wealthy man and she gets whatever she wants. A young girl might think that would be just perfect, never having to worry about being in want. However, Arcineh loses her best friend and cousin, Quinn, to the evil thing called envy. Quinn lives farther away and feels that Arcineh is being spoiled and has more of Grandpa's love. Arcineh goes on a few business trips with Grandpa and he surprises her with chocolates in order to ease the loneliness she feels. She feels alone in the world and resentment towards what has happened sets in.

"White Chocolate Moments" covers the span of many years. We find Arcineh feeling alone and lost in grief. When she leaves her grandfather's house she finds a new friend who takes her in. But that only lasts so long since her friend ends up getting married. Arcineh is faced with having to fend for herself. She experiences having to take a physical labor job. She keeps it a secret that she is the granddaughter of the wealthy tycoon. She doesn't know how she will ever manage to cross paths with Grandpa Bryant again. She has failed relationships but eventually one love leads her to another. But how can she trust that this love will last? Is there a possibility of finding someone who will love her forever? Arcie has so man questions but no answers. All she has to do is return to the one who has all the answers: God.

"White Chocolate Moments" is like eating a piece of chocolate in places. Just like while eating some pieces of chocolate you just can't wait until the next piece, when reading this book, you just can't wait until the next satisfying chapter. Indulge yourself in "White Chocolate Moments" -- it's a sweet indulgence with no calories!

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Another good one from TAMI
The White Knight
Be Warned
not so good
More romance than thriller

The Last White Knight
Tami Hoag
Manufacturer: Bantam
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0553805002
Release Date: 2006-08-08

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With her frayed jeans and cascade of tousled dark hair, Lynn Shaw looks more like one of the teenage residents of Horizon House than their counselor. So it’s no wonder State Senator Erik Gunther mistakes her for one. Not that he exactly fits the description of a politician, with his movie-star looks and athletic build. Even Lynn, cynical, stubborn, and decidedly not looking for a relationship, can’t ignore her body’s response to the man.

Allegedly, he’s come to defend Lynn from angry locals who don’t want her home for delinquent girls in their neighborhood. But as far as Lynn is concerned, he’s looking for a photo op, a chance to play the hero–the last thing either she or her troubled girls need.

What they need is understanding. Lynn knows teenage rebellion all too well. And she knows firsthand its heartbreaking price. She won’t touch the good senator with a ten-foot pole only to watch him disappear once he gets what he wants. Unfortunately, Erik refuses to go away.

The moment Erik looks into her emerald eyes, his interest in work falls into serious competition with his interest in Lynn Shaw. Her rejection of his assistance only intrigues him further. He is determined to know her–and to help her. If that means practically moving into Horizon House, so be it.

But as the two engage in a battle of hearts, it becomes clear that Lynn is waging a private war of her own, against demons of the past–and against her overwhelming desire for the one man who may be worth fighting for.

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Another good one from TAMI.......2007-05-16

This is really a great book. I read it on my trip to New Orleans!!!!

The White Knight.......2006-11-17

I enjoyed The White Knight by Tami Hoag. It was well written, yet totally different from her other books. This book dealt with a home for troubled girls fitting into a neighbor, where the neighbors did not want them there; especially one individual. A politician steps in to help. The story twists and turns around events that start to happen around the neighbor once the girls move into the neighborhood. As time goes on the politician and the counselor become involved with each other and who is doing the all the vandelism. Will good conquer evil? Will love prevail? What do you think? It was a light reading book that I enjoyed. Lynn Sharrott did an excellent job reading the book. I had not ever listened to her before but I enjoyed her reading tremendously.

Be Warned.......2006-10-26

Once upon a time Tami Hoag wrote romances. This is a rather simplistic romance and not one of the mystery/suspense novels that she now writes.

She is better at the latter than the former.

not so good.......2006-10-08

I wasn't as fond of this book as I was others by Hoag. In my opinion the mystery part of it was soft, and the love story wasn't that great either.

The basic story is the heroine is a counselor for runaway girls. They move to a new 'house' and one of the residents in the neighborhood organizes a group to protest. The neighbors feel that the home will ruin their nice safe neighborhood. Things start going wrong in the neighborhood and, of course, the teens are blamed. Mixed in along with this is the 'romance' between the counselor and the senator who is there in an attempt to save the home. The counselor, Lynn, thinks that the senator is there just to get camera time and the senator is frustrated by Lynn's repeated efforts to push him away because of her past experiences.

I guess my main problem with the book is it lacked the spark that most of Hoag's other books have. It wasn't horrible, but it was by no means my favorite by Hoag. I would definitely recommend some of her newer books over this, try Mercy for example. Whichever book you end up picking, I hope you enjoy it :)

More romance than thriller.......2006-02-27

I own this in the original Loveswept edition. It is a good story, but if you are familar with Tami Hoag's later works which are thrillers, this may not be for you. It is a romance with the mystery definitely running secondary.

Lynn Shaw works as a counselor for at a house for troubled teenagers, but has a troubled past. Erik is a local politician who falls for Lynn, but Lynn is unable to commit. Of course she is beautiful, he is handsome as was mandatory for all Loveswept editions. Set this against a background of local hostility of having the teenagers in their neighborhood, property damage, troubled teens, it has more depth than a typical Loveswept novel.

I don't know if the republished edition will have been updated, or changed in any way, but as a Loveswept book it one of the better ones. Not too much sex, more about the story and learning to trust and ultimately be vulnerable enough again to accept and give love. Elena in Dark Horse goes through a similar transition to Lynn Shaw. It is an easy read and probably a third of the length of her later books. Compared to Tami Hoag's later works, it is not as strong and lacks some of tension. Buy it for what it is, not for what it isn't.

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Enjoyed it!
Ok, but Somewhat Disappointing
One of Linda Howard's best!
Wonderful story, defintely a must read!
Old but sweet romance!

White Lies
Linda Howard
Manufacturer: Mira
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ASIN: 1551667339

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Nothing could have prepared Jay Granger for the arrival of two FBI agents at her door -- or for the news they brought. Her ex-husband, Steve, had been in a terrible accident that had left him gravely injured. The FBI needed Jay to confirm his identity.

The man Jay finds lying in the hospital bed is almost unrecognizable. Almost. Exhausted and afraid, Jay tentatively declares that he is Steve Crossfield. But the man who awakens from the coma is not at all as Jay remembers her husband. And he remembers nothing of their life together. Suddenly nothing is familiar. Not his appearance, not the intensity of his nature, not the desire that flashes between them. Who is this man? And will the discovery of his identity shatter the passion they share?

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Enjoyed it!.......2007-01-04

I really enjoyed this novel, though I could only give it 4 stars because I thought it could have been LONGER! :) I love a good long story & Ms. Howard could have gone into more detail about the bad guy & why they were after Steve & the other agent...But, it was a good one, I just finished it too soon!

Ok, but Somewhat Disappointing.......2006-11-27

I borrowed this book from the library recently based on reviews that I read here. Although the book was reasonably interesting and the storyline was good, I thought that the book didn't go into enough depth and didn't do justice to the potential of the storyline. I would have liked to have been given more details about what happened prior to where the story started. I would have liked more details on the villain and the circumstances. I also felt that the book skipped a lot of details at the end of the book by skipping what should have been the climax of the book. I've read other reviews on here and it seems that Linda Howard can write some really good books. Based on the fact that this book was written in 1988, and that I found it to be reasonably enjoyable, I will try some of this author's newer books and see if I enjoy them. If you're looking for a quick, light read with plenty of steamy scenes, you might enjoy this book.

One of Linda Howard's best!.......2006-11-24

This is a really fine, well-written romance, with a sexy alpha hero who comes to value the heroine early in the story, lots of action and emotion tightly and believably plotted -- what's not to like?! This book really drew me in and it's now in my keeper pile. I *highly* recommend White Lies.

Wonderful story, defintely a must read!.......2006-10-16

Oh my gosh, this book was wonderful! I loved it! After I finished reading it I was so excited about the story that I shared it with a friend who loved it just as much as I did. I couldn't put it down, I wanted to find out more about the man in the coma, "Steve". I was so sad near the end when everything looked like it was falling apart. I actually cried when Jay left. It was so sad that they both went through the feelings that what they felt for each other was a lie caused by the situation. I think I even cried more when Jay and "Steve" found their way back to each other. You have to read this book!

Old but sweet romance!.......2006-08-23

This is one of Linda Howard's earlier works and though it lacks somewhat in the action department, the romance is very sweet and fulfilling. Jay and Steve's story is very special and we're shown how two people gradually fall in love and end up having the most amazing chemistry. A very special love story in my opinion, and one, not to be missed!

The Clayborne Brides: One Pink Rose, One White Rose, One Red Rose

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Brilliant
Great light reading
disappointing
More of the Claybornes from "For the Roses"
The Claybourne Brothers

The Clayborne Brides: One Pink Rose, One White Rose, One Red Rose
Julie Garwood
Manufacturer: Pocket
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ASIN: 067102177X

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First introduced in Julie Garwood's magnificent New York Times bestseller For the Roses, the Clayborne brothers of Blue Belle, Montana, have been embraced by millions more through this trio of #1 bestselling novels. Now collected in one volume for the first time, these stories tell of three spirited brothers -- once a mismatched gang of street urchins -- who learn that love flourishes in the most unexpected places....

One Pink Rose

Headstrong Travis takes a journey that opens his eyes to the splendor of his beloved West -- and his heart to Bostonian Emily Finnegan.

One White Rose

Steady, quiet Douglas will do anything to protect a creature in need -- and that includes the strong-willed Isabel Grant.

One Red Rose

Thoughtful Adam learns a powerful secret from the irrepressible Genevieve Delacroix -- that true freedom only comes when you trust your heart.

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Brilliant .......2007-09-02

I am a true Julie Garwood fan. The Clayborne family is by far the best I have read out of all of her books, she seems to astound me with every chapter. But, I do believe The Clayborne Brides was her weakest collection of books, but she still impressed me.
I was disappointed by the obvious rush with the love stories. They all seemed to fall in love quickly with eachother. And I see the arguements above about how that ruined the book. But, what was she suppose to write about? The brothers were all described in previous novels, and if she continued to have the brothers get into trouble throughout the novels, it would just drag on and on. Plus, there were numerous times where to cleverly stated that a few days or weeks had passed.
She did a really great job by making us fall in love with not only Harrison but all of the brothers as well.

Great light reading.......2007-08-27

Even though I'd read this book several years ago, I still couldn't put it down. A great story line with very interesting characters. Can't wait to read the sequel stories again, too.

disappointing.......2007-04-10

I usually really like Garwood but this book which is three stories in one book is very disapointing. The first and the last brothers' stories seemed forced.

More of the Claybornes from "For the Roses".......2007-02-22

It was so nice to get to read about Douglas, Travis, and Adam. I had wondered about Cole until I saw that there was still "Come the Spring" to tell about Cole and more about Daniel Ryan who was introduced in these. The only thing I could find wrong with this book was that each story was too short :) I know that they had to be shorter to fit all three in one book, but I wish they each had their own novel! :) Other than that I thought these books were all great just as I think every single book Julie Garwood has written was great. I don't think she'll ever write a bad book - she's just not capable of it!

The Claybourne Brothers.......2003-08-26

This book is three short stories in one. It is best to read "For the Roses" before you read these books, so that you understand the Claybourne family better.

"ONE PINK ROSE" is the story of Travis Claybourne. Travis is sent by Mama Rose to pick up Emily Finnegan, and deliver her to her groom, O'Toole. Emily is a headstrong girl, who Travis finds difficult to understand, yet intriguing to know more of. While I enjoyed this first book, I did not feel that I really got to know either Travis or Emily. Travis was the one brother in "For the Roses" that I never felt got as much attention as the others. I was hoping for a little more insight into his character, other than his liking of debate and "The Republic," which was already explored to some extent in "For the Roses." Overall, this book rates, in my opinion, a 3/5 stars.

"ONE WHITE ROSE" is the story of Douglas Claybourne, the quiet brother. Douglas bought an Arabian horse six months prior, and finally has time to go collect the animal. When he arrives at the home of Parker Grant, he finds Isabel Grant, his wife, giving birth. Soon, Douglas discovers that Parker Grant has died, and Isabel is being harassed by the town bully. The ultimate reason for the harassment of the bully is a surprise, and I won't give it away here. By far, Douglas' story was the best of these three. I felt that Isabel and Douglas got to know each other, and truly fell in love. It seems that Julie Garwood took an extra liking to Douglas, and focused more on his story. I give this book a 4/5 stars.

Finally, "ONE RED ROSE" the story of Adam Claybourne, the head of the Clayborne family. This story was a complete disappointment. I had expected more from this courageous leader, then a story not worth the effort to read. I knew and respected Adam more when I first met him in "For the Roses." I hope one day, Julie revisits this tale, and improves it greatly. Just skip reading this one. 0/5 stars.

If you are a fan of the Claybournes (as most Julie fans are) this series is a must have. Read tibits of Adams' story. Douglas' story is worth the effort.

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white heat?

Cherry Adair does it again!

Another hot T-FLAC romantic suspense

ENTERTAINING

Good Read

White Heat (The Men of T-FLAC, Book 11)
Cherry Adair
Manufacturer: Ballantine Books
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0345476441
Release Date: 2007-07-10

Book Description

Never have the stakes been higher. Never have two people faced greater risks or grappled with deeper desire. Never has Cherry Adair–award-winning author of Hot Ice–burned the pages with so much blazing action and blistering passion.

Professional art restorer Emily Greene is in no mood to see the devil-may-care Max Aries. She hasn’t forgotten–or forgiven–the way Max dropped into her life a year ago, stole her heart, then vanished without a word. Max hadn’t kept in touch with his father, Daniel, either. Daniel Aries had been a master of art restoration and reproduction, and not only Emily’s longtime mentor, but a trusted friend. His unexpected suicide devastates her. And when the prodigal playboy Max returns, her welcome is less than warm–even though his timely arrival in her bedroom saves her from a lethal intruder. But her fury gives way to fear when Max reveals that his father’s death was actually murder . . . and that Emily’s life is now in danger. Like it or not, to stay alive, Emily must put herself in Max’s hands. And once upon a time, that wasn’t such a bad place to be.

But what killer would target professional restorers of Renaissance artworks? Max suspects that a pencil sketch found in his father’s studio, inscribed with a cryptic code, may hold the key. His hunch is confirmed when intel from his control at the counterterrorist organization T-FLAC reveals that the Black Rose terror cell is involved–a chilling revelation that elevates the threat level almost as high as the tension that’s bristling between Max and Emily. Max isn’t about to take his eyes off Emily–though only partly for professional reasons–and even Emily’s rage over Max’s take-charge attitude can’t compare to her anger at herself for so long denying the truer, deeper feelings she has for him. As they crisscross Europe, piecing together the shocking clues to an insidious international plot, dodging increasingly lethal traps, and passionately making up for too much lost time, they realize that–in more ways than one–they can’t live without each other. With no chance of turning back, Max and Emily must put their lives on the line, put their true feelings to the test . . . and get ready to take the heat.

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white heat?.......2007-10-11

I love Cherry Adair, but this was the worst book, I have read or should I say tried to read in a long, long, time. I could not finish this book, plot was crazy and all over the place. I will pick up her next book and hope for the best, because this was not it.

Cherry Adair does it again!.......2007-08-30

I have been reading Cherry's books since her first Harlequin, Mercenary and have loved all of them.
White Heat does not disappoint!

Max Aries had an affair with Emily Greene the year before when he was on an assignment. His father, who he is estranged from, was her mentor and it looks like he's been murdered. Emily has had three attempts on her life and she and Max are on the run.

White Heat is a terrific romantic suspense. It's a non stop thrill ride through the world of art restorers, Europe, the U.S. and of course T-FLAC.

The chemistry between Emily and Max sizzles and the twists and turns of the story will keep you on your toes.

Great book! I can't wait until the next one!

Another hot T-FLAC romantic suspense.......2007-08-29

In between assignments, T-FLAC team lead Max Aries is in Florence to settle the estate of his recently deceased father. The two weren't close; he referred to dad as a "sperm donor" in fact. When he arrives at the villa of his former lover (and protégé of his artist father), Emily is being attacked by an armed intruder. Max jumps into the fray, only to get clocked with a frying pan and kicked in the jewels for his efforts. Emily specialized in reproducing great works of art for a wealthy man who donates his paintings to churches but still wants their likeness hanging in his home. When other artists that have duplicated paintings all die under mysterious circumstances, Max is convinced that Emily is a target and that a rogue T-FLAC agent is responsible. But she is adamant about not getting involved with Max again, as he broke her heart the last time he was in town.

The great thing about Cherry Adair is she combines great action with really sensuous storylines. She also incorporates recurring characters - but their appearance is there to move the story along. Her heroines tend not to be wallflowers, and for the most part, Emily falls into this category. But be warned - this one is much gorier than any of her earlier T-FLAC novels - plenty of blood and guts - but it works within the context of the story. One drawback is that the rogue agent, Catherine Savage, was never in the foreground of the story - everything related to her character was handled off line- just seemed odd. I found her to be an intriguing character that I wanted to get to know. Even so, this is a well rounded novel - the 11th in the T-FLAC series - but can easily stand on its own merits and its not necessary to read the first ten to get the gist of the back story.

ENTERTAINING.......2007-08-26

THIS BOOK KEPT ME ENTERTAINED FROM BEGINNING TO END. IT WAS A LITTLE MORE VIOLENT THAN I WAS USED TO BUT I WANTED TO KNOW WHO THE BOSS OF THE BLACK LILLY WAS. I LIKED MAX AND EMILY ALOT. I THOUGHT THIS WAS A VERY GOOD READ.

Good Read.......2007-08-23

This book was very exciting and intense, it had just the right amount of action and steamy scenes. I can't wait for the next T-Flac book.

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Life After Loss
Karen White does it again!
terrific second chance at love romance
Good, good story

Learning to Breathe
Karen White
Manufacturer: NAL Trade
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 045122034X

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Brenna O'Brien doesn't believe in happy endings. Not since the love of her life, Pierce McGovern, left her years ago without a word. Now, she leads a quiet life surrounded by her four matchmaking sisters, running a historic movie theater and collecting old wartime letters. But she leaves the letters unopened, preferring to imagine their possibilities rather than risk being disappointed.

Then Pierce comes back to town, shattering Brenna's hard-earned peace-and forcing her to re-examine everything, and realize that if she doesn't come to terms with the life she let slip away, she may never have the courage to go after the life she wants.

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Life After Loss.......2007-06-27

A novel dealing with tragic loss, Learning to Breathe is a path to survival and triumphant life. Author, Karen White, shows the way out of tragedy and into the mainstream of feeling and being again. A perfect gift for one who has had a tragic loss, and a great gift to those who have not. Understnding those who suffer extreme tragedy, and supporting them, is not easy at all. This book gives a glimpse at both sides of the issue. You'll be glad you read it.

Karen White does it again!.......2007-05-14

I am a big fan of Karen White. I enjoyed this book even more than
her others, if that's possible. Keep these wonderful books coming, Karen.

terrific second chance at love romance .......2007-03-10

In Indianola, Louisiana, Brenna O'Brien owns and operates the Royal Majestic Theatre when her former teenage lover Pierce McGovern returns home from San Francisco. The son of a local doctor, Pierce just left Brenna behind when he deserted the town. Now he is back to place his ailing father in the assisted living complex the Village and to open a multiplex theatre that will shut down Brenna's operation.

Pierce blames his abrupt departure and his sarcastic outlook on Brenna. However, he admits to himself he still wants her; Brenna feels the same way but has decided to marry someone else. His ailing dad shows Brenna love letters that make her realize one should never settle, but risking her heart seems foolish as he rejected her once and will break her heart into a zillion pieces this time.

This is terrific second chance at love romance starring two likable protagonists who blame the other for the end of the first time together. The support cast is strong as his forgetful father and her relatives especially her introspective young nephew bring wisdom to the pair of hurting soulmates. Karen White writes a deep Bayou contemporary love story as her lead pair begins LEARNING TO BREATH in the love they share.

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Good, good story.......2007-03-09

White's placid story of five sisters that live in Indianola, Louisiana centers around the youngest sister, Brenna O'Brien, whose sisters hover around her like mayflies, trying to get her married off at thirty-three.

O'Brien's story is compelling and right away you feel like you know her, understand her situation and respect and care about her sisters just as much as she does. But setting up dates for her comes to an end when Pierce McGovern comes to town. He's her old sweetheart from high school and both had their hearts torn asunder by O'Brien's controlling father.

O'Brien, a Catholic, believes in the Saints and wears them on her neck for protection, guidance and security. She goes from St. Jude, to St. Eustace, to St. Genevieve. She tells McGovern, "Don't you think that things always happen the way they're supposed to?

That we're merely pawns in God's plan and that we always end up where we're supposed to? Maybe we didn't love each other enough and that's why we aren't together now. Maybe what happened then was easier for us to handle than if we'd gotten married and discovered too late that what we felt for each other wasn't enough?"

But McGovern and O'Brien soon learn that man's hand is sometimes involved in God's destiny.

Nathan Conley is also a new man in town, and there is a certain quality to him that McGovern and O'Brien recognize. O'Brien's love of old unopened letters from the Wars is put to the test when a box for McGovern's retired physician father is found in the old post office. Dr. McGovern asks O'Brien to read them to him. She finds herself caught in a web of love, deceit, and tragedy--a poignant love story where the future holds promise even though the past is sometimes still bigger than life filled by O'Brien's dead father, the old postmaster.

Highly recommended, especially for the descriptions of old architecture and the high drama of a mystery tale.

Armchair Interviews says: A wonderful tale of romance, sisterly love and community.

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