5 comments about Unspeakable.

1. This is her second I have read and I really enjoy Mrs. Brown's writing. She has an amazing talent for including crime, passion, betrayal, and so much more. Her attention to detail is wonderful, I felt like I could actually see the whole book as a movie.



2. When Delray Corbett discovers that his stepson Carol Herbold has escaped from prison, he's concerned that he might venture back to Texas. He reluctantly hires drifter Jack Sawyer, who has his own agenda, as further protection for his deaf daughter-in-law Anna and grandson David. Newly retired sheriff Ezzy is trying to solve the decades old murder of town harlot Patsy. Everyone in town assumes it was the Herbold brothers - he was just never able to prove it. His obsession with the case wreaks havoc on his marriage. As Jack spends more time with the Corbett family, he feels a sense of family that he has never had as well as a deep attraction to Anna. When tragedy strikes the family, Jack is there to help Anna cope, learning her language and providing a strong shoulder. As the Herbold brothers venture south to Mexico, a side trip to the East Texas town for retribution with Delray on the agenda. Will Jack be able to protect his new "family?"
   
   Brown manages to give a voice to Anna, and provides plenty of chemistry between her leads, but the story is told in excruciating detail; she could easily peel away 100pages and it still would be far too long. Carl is one of her more menacing and unredeemable characters. He is evil incarnate, and not above proving it from chapter to chapter. "Unspeakable" is a pretty average novel (and a little disappointing for fans of Browns later novels); recommended only for true Brown fans that want to read her full library of offerings.



3. This is anexcellent book. It gives the reader insight into the world of a deaf individual. The plot moves along swiftly and is a real page turner.



4. In this book SB tried to teach us about the living of a deaf person. How she feels, how she communicates or work with other people among other things. But she missed the point by far. If this is your first book about this theme maybe you'll be amazed at how deaf people make her living but even so I don't think so.
   The plot is good enough to read it but is not really thrilling. Jack's story is pathetic, I mean why he had to come back to his past?
   
   If you want to read a real deaf's thriller read "A Maiden's Grave" by Jeffery Deaver. This is a breathtaking deaf's story.



5. Sandra Brown weaves many strands together to create a tapestry of romance and suspense. Psychopath murderer, Carl Herbold, escaped from prison with a plan for revenge. His stepfather, Delray Corbett, hires Jack Sawyer to protect his daughter-in-law and grandson. Emery Lomax is working with Eastpark Development to gain possession of the ranch to build a subdivision. The retired sheriff is haunted by an unsolved case. Sandra Brown brings it all together in Unspeakable.
   Unspeakable is another classic example of why Sandra Brown's fans keep coming back for more. Just when you think you have figured it all out, another twist comes along. I could not put it down. Attention to detail allows the reader to get into the character. Ms. Brown gives an insight into the adversities the deaf must endure and the strength of character needed to overcome them. Once again, Brown offer's reader's a riveting suspense filled romance.
   Reviewed by Kay Ramsey for ReviewYourBook.com

1 comments about Envy.

1. This book was a most pleasant surprise. It is well-written with just the right infusion of tension to keep the reader turning its pages. While many of its twists and turns are predictable, not all are. There are enough surprises for even the most jaded of readers. It is a wonderful story-within-a-story of friendship, envy, betrayal, greed, revenge, love, and redemption.
   
   Maris Matherly-Reed, an editor at prestigious Matherly Press, and scion of the head of this prestigious New York publishing house, Daniel Matherly, receives an unsolicited, anonymous manuscript entitled "Envy". Pulling it out of the slush pile, this manuscript consists only of a prologue, but one so riveting and beautifully written, that Maris is intrigued enough to want to speak to its unknown but supremely talented author. Leaving her husband, acclaimed author and fellow Matherly Press editor, Noah Reed, to mind the store, Maris decides to follow up on this mysterious, but intriguing, newcomer.
   
   Having only an address for an Island off the Georgia coast, she goes there and encounters the crude and rude Parker Evans, the author of this potential literary gem. Marist makes allowances for his behavior, attributing it to what she assumes to be bitterness over his being confined to a wheelchair. As she gets to know Parker and discuss his book with him, more and more is revealed to her about his novel. It is a story of two friends who, in the late nineteen eighties, go on a boat for a celebratory jaunt with a young woman, only to have it end tragically. As Maris begins to find herself attracted to Parker, little does she know that she is about to go on a voyage of personal self-discovery.
   
   Meanwhile back in New York, unbeknownst to both his wife and father-in-law, or so he thinks, Noah Reed is plotting and planning a takeover of Matherly Reed by a corporate giant. He is also not behaving as a faithful husband would. When Maris returns to New York, her old world appears to be falling apart. As the veil is torn from her eyes, she no longer sees her husband through rose colored glasses. She begins to wonder to whom she is really married, as Noah reveals more of himself than she cares to know.
   
   When Maris reads additional chapters in Parker's book, she gets a strong sense that the book may be a work of non-fiction rather than fiction. She also suspects that there may be a connection between herself and Parker that she had not before realized. As the story of the three young people on the boat develops, it becomes painfully clear that the past and present are on a collision course. The only question is whether Maris will realize it before it is too late, and the past collides with the present.
   
   This is an ingeniously plotted novel, and Parker Evans is a very interesting character. The other characters are also fairly well fleshed out for such a plot driven book. Only the character of Noah Reed seems to be a cookie cutter character. As the book, however, is primarily plot driven, it does not unduly detract from such an otherwise engrossing novel of suspense. Moreover, the literary contrivance of a story-within-a-story is very well done. The two parallel stories are both dramatic and interesting. Each serves to propel the book towards its climactic ending. All in all, it is very well done.

5 comments about Where There's Smoke.

1. Like other reviewer, I also think this book is not one of Brown's best story. This story to me at times got too predicable but the worst part of the book was the hero. Key was so MEAN! He kept on calling Lara an adulteress whore but, yet, he was sleeping with a married woman too. Through out the whole book Key keeps on ridiculing Lara and she takes without a fight. Even after Key learns the truth he still doesn't apologies to Lara, not even once. I wish in the end Key would have done something or said something to show that he really did love Lara but nothing happens. The end made me wish there was an epilogue to this story and I want to see how things turn between Key and Lara, like if they had a kid or something



2. I believe this is the best book by Sandra Brown that I have read. This story had the most intrigue of any of the novels by her that I have read. I thought that she did an excellent job of keeping the five relationships in this story well defined, and extremely understandable. There was no need for me to keep a separate pad and pen to keep track of who was who. The ending was just super and I hope the next book I read by Sandra is just as good as this story. Highly recommend.



3. I'm a big fan of Sandra Brown but this book was not a favorite of mine. Clark's secret wasn't that shocking. Maybe I would have been more suprised by it if I read it back in the day when it was written, but by modern day standards it isn't that uncommon to hear about. Laura was the most respectable character in the whole book. She put up with a lot from her husband, Key, and Jody but still kept her cool. The romance between Janellen and Bowie was more entertaining at times then the one with Laura and Key. Overall it was an ok book but Sandra has written better.



4. I may not have been able to put this book down but that doesn't make me any less anoyed with it. The secrets kept by all the characters were just kept too long. When you find out these huge revelations from the main characters at the very end you're like, What the hell! It was depressing. And the hero of the story was a jerk more often that not so it was hard to ever be on his side. I'm not going to give a plot rum down since so many other reviewers have but I will recomend if it sounds interesting to you, you should try reading Beverly Barton. She writes as dramatic as this...it's just better. Sexaul Content: Moderate



5. CAUTION SPOILERS:
   I was mad at Lara toward the end. Key deserved to be told all truths, but Lara chose to keep secrets from him. She didn't tell him that Clark was gay because she didn't want him to be hurt. Her logic was wrong because Key thought she didn't want him when she really did. Another problem: on the night of explosion, Jody left home to stop Janellan from being with her boyfriend Bowie. Yet Jody went to Dr. Lara's home, found someone there and shot him. I don't know why Jody went there. By the way, Janellan had eloped that night and went out of town to a hotel in Louisville, which Jody probably didn't know about. Other reveiwers complained that Key drank too much when he was upset, and Lara was a doormat.
   
   Sexual content: not evaluated. I read this book before I began counting sex scenes and describing the language. As I recall there was not much sex. Setting: current day U.S. and Central America. Copyright: 1992. Genre: mystery.

5 comments about Sunny Chandler's Return.

1. This book was ridiculous! How are we to believe this woman is the strong herione when she is as wishy-washy as a limp rag!! She fell in love with the biggest chauvinist in town and in less than a week and hated him the whole time. However, I can see why she hated him, he exibited no likable traits. I would NEVER recommend this book--except on a dare.



2. Sunny Chandler returns to her hometown for her best friends wedding three years after leaving her fiance at the altar, earning the disgust of the townsfolk. She tries to blend into the background, but when sexy sheriff, Ty Beaumont lays eyes on her, it's lust at first sight, and he bets that he can bed her in a week when all the menfolk tell him to steer clear of the troublesome lady.
   
   He sets about her seduction, even telling her about the bet, and she's sure she'll be immune from him. He gets her worked up... then walks away leaving her wanting and frustrated. As they get to know each other and share their deep dark secrets (yes, he has one too), suddenly the bet takes a backseat to their feelings, and in Ty she finds more than a bubba on the make, she finds a friend.
   
   Originally penned by Brown in the mid-1980's, it's "datedness" really shows. The storyline's not exactly original, and definitely not pro-feminist, but who cares - it's a fun and engaging story of two very proud people who were meant to be together.



3. Sunny Chandler has returned to her hometown to attend her best friend's wedding. Faced with a past of scandal, heartbreak and secrets, she is determined to maintain her cool, confident persona, and not give the gossips of the town more to talk about. Imagine her surprise when she encounters the dashing, sexy, confident Sheriff Ty Beaumont, the opposite of any man she has ever met, and who claims to have made a bet to "bed her before the end of the week".
   
   Most criticize the book for being "dated", but I realized that the book was written in the late 80's (note references Dynasty, Rambo, and Charles Bronson....and some of the, let's just say "dated" references that Ty makes) and that should explain it. However, I must warn you, there are some really funny parts in the story, that makes a woman in the 2007 laugh, but the datedness (if that is a word) makes it cute! However, keeping that in mind, if you like Sandra Brown, and you want to read something short and easy, where a confused, yet independent woman meets a take charge and slightly chivalrous and at times chauvinist guy, you will enjoy "Sunny Chandler's Return".



4. Another sure hit from SB. I thoroughly enjoyed this from the first page to the last!
   So, ok, the whole bet thing is a little cliche but Sandra Brown gives it the usual twist to the more interesting part and... it works!
   Highly recommend it!



5. Good light read. Sunny Chandler left town in shame. When she has to come back to town to be in her best friends wedding, Sunny just wants to stay under the radar, but no one will let her. Ty Beaumont is the sheriff, and determined to get Sunny in his bed.
   
   This is an older book, but still enjoyable.

5 comments about French Silk.

1. I am not really a romance/mystery reader, but I was bored and thought I'd give it a whirl. I usually like the drama-filled stories. I can now say that I have been inducted into the reading world of romance/mystery with thanks to Sandra Brown. This was the most exciting, well-written suspense novel I have ever read. I thought I had it figured out well before the middle of the book. But as I neared the end, all of my instincts were snuffed out, considering how I'm a pretty good judge of character. If you're looking for a good suspense, this will satisfy your search.



2. Reading this book was almost like watching chocolate pour over a wide expanse, it was smooth reading and very attention grabbing.



3. Charismatic televangelist Jackson Wilde has targeted Claire Laurent and her lingerie catalog as tools of the devil. When Wilde turns up dead, Claire is the prime suspect, much to New Orleans District Attorney Robert Cassidy's plight, as he's falling for the alluring woman who just might be a murderer. This is foreign territory for a tough as nail prosecutor who never mixes business with pleasure.
   
   While it looks like Claire might have done it (and she's without an alibi), there are a host of others out there with motive to kill not so squeaky clean preacher, including his latest wife and son, who are having a hot affair. But as Robert uncovers yet another lie that Claire has told him, will be able to forgive her?
   
   Featuring a spunky heroine with a backbone, sexy hero, plenty of twists and turns to keep you guessing and lots of steamy love scenes, this is Brown at the top of her game, and one of her most sensual and enduring stories. A definite must read!



4. The abridged audio book is terrible. Loretta Swit's reading is awful - especially the southern accents. It was hard to listen to. I am giving it 2 stars, because I can only hope that the book is so much better and fills in all the big gaps. Why Cassidy ever found Claire attractive is not apparent in the audio version. She always is lying to him. What is attractive about that? I like Sandra Brown's books, but will only listen to unabridged versions in the future. (This one did not come in an unabridged version - that I could find...) Also no more with Loretta Swit as the reader.



5. This was, by far, Sandra Brown's best book, in my opinion. I couldn't put it down! If you like a story where you are convinced you know the killer, but then in the next chapter you see that you are wrong, later, rinse, repeat, then this is the book for you. Great job, Sandra!

1 comments about The Sandra Brown Collection: (An Exclusive Audio Book Club Compilation, The Bestselling Novels: Riley in the Morning; In a Class by Itself; Thursday's Child).

1. My only regret is that they're all abridged. The three books are all great, just what I expect from Sandra Brown.

5 comments about Fanta C.

1. I first read this book when it was published as a Loveswept title in the late 80's. The story has stayed with me and I usually read it during flights or long appointment stays, etc. I can no longer find my original copy. Elizabeth owns a wonderful shop called Fantasy. Her sister (whose story follows in "Adam's Fall) always tries to get her to lighten up - even getting her a vanity license plate. I really do not want to give too much of the plot away, but it is a fast and fun read. Ms Brown has come a long way from her formula days, but for a good short story, this one is great.



2. Wow, what can I say more. The characters, the story, the book is just great. I've read this book only two days ago and I can still remember everthing I've read. I couldn't eat or do something else. I just read the book. I couldn't put it down. The relation between Thad and Elisabeth with the kids surrounding them is just great. You must read this one surely.



3. This was the third book I read of Mrs. Brown. I wasn't blown over, wasn't wowed or anything, but I wasn't disappointed either. It was simple, yet endearing. I too am a single mother of two lovely children, and have been accused of being too reserved and uptight, so could relate to Elizabeth's character. (I can also enjoy a good daydream now and then) It's a good read, not her best, but good just the same. If nothing else, you have to read it just so you know how it all began when you read `Adam's Fall', which IS one of her BEST! ...2.5 Stars



4. In the past three years since I discovered Sandra Brown's books I have greatly enjoyed them. This book and Adam's Fall which are a series are a great weekend read.



5. Two years after being widowed, Elizabeth Burke has managed to pick up her life with the help of her sister and two beloved children. Along with caring for her two exuberant angels, she also manages her small, but successful boutique. But there are times when she finds herself dreaming of the love that she once had with her late husband, and fantasizing about once again having the kind of romance that made her knees weak. Enter her dashing neighbor, Thad Randolph.
   
   A real gentleman who makes her laugh, Elizabeth can't help but fall for Thad's charms. But is she ready to take a chance at love again, or will she hold back and content herself in her fantasy world?
   
   If you're after a short but satisfying romantic read, FANTA C is a book to spend a lazy afternoon with. I liked the interaction between Thad and Elizabeth. The tenderness between them and the way Thad has brought joy to Elizabeth's life and her kids was quite delightful. And for such a short story, this book is brimming over with sensuality. Elizabeth's fantasies are surely hot and Thad is just the man to fulfil her wicked dreams.
   
   FANTA C is a fun and entertaining read. It is witty and enjoyable, and I liked Elizabeth's children and sister, Lilah, who has her own story, ADAM'S FALL. I just loved the way her children inadvertently embarrass Elizabeth with the typical childhood candor and enthusiasm. They'll surely make you laugh.

5 comments about The Rana Look.

1. I was fortunate enough to stumble upon this book at my local library and snapped it up quickly. I have become an avid reader of Sandra Brown's book since buying 'The Switch' and have come to love her earlier works as well. As for the 'Rana Look', I once again could not put this book down. It was beautifully written with characters so three dimensional, you can almost feel the pain, the heartache and yes, the intense *heat* that radiated from Rana and Trent. It wasn't only a sensual read, but had very sweet and humurous moments as well. It also dealt with the very sensitive parental/child relationship and its effects in a person's life. Absolutely beautiful. I enjoyed the sexy bantering, the emotional sweetness between Rana and Trent and most of all, the testing of their bond. For a cynic about romance, Sandra Brown has proven once again, she can make me believe.
   Also recommended: Breakfast in Bed, Send No Flowers, The Switch, The Silken Web, Adam's Fall, Heaven's Price



2. Our heroine (I forgot her name) is running away from her fame and from her over barring mother who made her a famous model. She wants to live a quite life so she disappears and becomes a "spinster." Of course, she is beyond BEAUTIFUL (which you read about 20 times). In the hopes of hiding she puts on blue glasses and becomes "ugly." Anyway!
   
   Our hero (forgot his name also) is a famous football star who has an injured shoulder. He moves in with his aunt (where our heroine rents a room) so that he can stay away from partying and heal his shoulder. Of course, he is instantly attracted to our heroine. To sum up the rest of the book: Day 1, they meet; day 2, they mentally drool over each other; day 3, more mental drooling; day 4, they fall in love!! That's it folks.
   
   P.S. This review (other than the names and professions) is the same as Demon Rumm. Ridiculous!



3. A very entertaining and quick read. The plot is simple, a successful supermodel (Rana Ramsey) is tired of the "supermodel life" and her overbearing mother and decides that she is going to live, incognito, in a boarding house in Texas. There, with a "not so brilliant" disquise of blue tinted glasses and extremely baggy clothes, she is finding the life she never had...a friend (elderly Ruby), a career (as a clothing designer, Ana R...Rana backwards), a sense of self-worth (people like her for her talent and not her looks) and now a love affair with a HUNKY, recovering from a shoulder injury, football star, Trent. He soon overlooks the ugly swan package and falls in love with the beautiful woman inside. Although, I found that the novel had a few loose ends, it was interesting to see how, why and when Rana (posing as the plain Ana) will reveal her true self to Trent. And the real question becomes, "will they live happily ever after"?



4. My mom has been a fan of the romance genre for many years (Delinsky, Michaels, Adler, et al). Her eyesight failing, I went to the library to pick up some large print books for her, and this happened to be one I chose. She was still unable to read, so I offered to read to her. This stuff just can NOT be read aloud, and certainly not by a middle-aged man to his elderly mother. Whenever we got to one of the "steamy" parts, I'd get the giggles and be unable to continue. Mom had a pretty good chuckle herself. If this story (and its ilk) defines the sort of "romance" that women are looking for in their lives, well...I'm not sure what to say. I have to believe, though, that there must be better stuff available than this.



5. This is an older entertaining read from Sandra Brown. Rana Ramsey has lived what appears to be a charmed life as a model. It is revealed the difficulties she has had to go though such as being treated like a commodity, watching every once that goes into her mouth, and living as everyone expects instead of how she chooses. When Rana can't take it anymore, she leaves and relocates to Texas. She drastically changes her look by wearing baggy clothes and glasses she doesn't need.
   
   Rana feels at home until the landlords nephew moves in to rehab an injured shoulder. Trent Gamblin feels very comfortable around Rana, and finds himself very attracted to her despite her plain looks.
   
   This is a very typical romance, but a good, quick, light read.

5 comments about Charade.

1. miss. This book would have been great if it was comprised of only the first and last 5 chapters. Everything in between was a drag.
   
   The characters weren't the least bit appealing. Cat was Brown's classic independent-type woman and Alex was a cheesy portrayal of a "tough-guy." Their relationship wasn't believable beyond a one-night-stand.
   
   If you're looking for a good book by Brown read WHITE HOT or LED ASTRAY.



2. Sandra Brown is one of my favorites! This was a great book. Interesting story (heart transplantees), great characters, romance and suspense. I didn't figure out who the bad guy was. Took me by surprise! Overall a really fast, enjoyable book.



3. This was another incredible story by Sandra Brown. The story was full of twists in the plot and the suspense kept me reading page after page. Her characters were well developed and the plot was realistic. Just a great enjoyable read.



4. Did we all read the same book? Frankly, I think the premesis of this book is very good-the actual novel would have been much better if...someone else wrote it. Despite it's strong opening and it's chaotic ending-the other 325 pages were simply padded with a haphazard semi-love story and a public service announcement about the importance of adoption. This is only my second book by this author and I'm already seeing a strong similiarity in her heroes and heroines. Same people, different name. Independepent woman who's comfortable with her sexuality meets sexy manly loner with a dark secret. Hey, if its not broke why fix it, right? However, I have the same problem with his so-called smart independent woman as I did with the last one. They do stupid things. Like open the front door to a big burly, possibly murdering biker in the middle of the night in nothing but a robe OR charge over to who you suspect is the murderer and possibly want to murder you with nothing but a big mouth and a waving finger. Plus the climax of the book had too many balls in the air and some were just flat crazy. Why on earth did Bill show up-at that hour-to beg forgiveness for his adultry from a friend? A friend-not his wife. There were many obvious red herrings that you just wish that the author didn't bother with. The writing is decent, but the writer just didn't have that much to say-especially when the characters were rehashing the same dialogue over and over again.
   
   Overall, if you're REALLY curious: check the book out from a library or a used bookstore; otherwise, skip this one.



5. The book started out kind of slow and at first I didn't know if I would like it or not. About the 4th or 5th chapter it began to get more interesting and I was eager to find out the ending.

5 comments about Adam's Fall (Mason Sisters).

1. I am usually wary of Sandra Brown books...she makes her charaters unnecessarily complicated (usually attached but drawn to someone else types) that I usually dont enjoy. But this book was a bombshell. The first heroine with an actual spine. Easily her best, in my opinion!



2. Adam Cavanaugh was on top of his life, young, successful, rich, good looking, athletic, you name it, nothing can go wrong with him. Then a mountain climbing accident left him paralyzed from the waist down.
   Lilah Mason was his nemesis long before the unfortunate accident. They simply rubbed each other the wrong way since the first time they met. Lilah despised Adam's lifestyle, and the dislike was mutual as Adam also hated her sassy comments, the way she dressed, etc. Too bad, Lilah was the best physical therapist everybody in his circle knew. So they voted for her to be his physical therapist. At first she refused and he fought all the time. But Lilah didn't back off, she had lots of tricks up her sleeves to deal with difficult patient. Adam was in for the shock of his life, his brooding was no contest against Lilah's determination and cajoling, and although they were bickering day in and out, there were also tender moments. The words banters are hilariously funny. I love Lilah and poor Adam is a worthy opponent for her.
   I have read three books with the same plot and story line: Come Lie with Me by Linda Howard and Promise Me Forever by Debbie Macomber and needless to say Adam's Fall by Sandra Brown is THE BEST of three.



3. This book was about a man who was injured in a mountain climbing accident and his relationship with his physical therapist. Lilah and Adam had been previously acquainted and hated each other tremendously. You'd think this would be a good prelude to a steamy romance, but it was not. Adam speaks to Lilah in such a filthy manner it's a wonder how she ever falls in love with him. It's also a wonder how he ever falls in love with her ~ her character is unbearable. Her "tough love" approach should have applied only to his therapy, but it didn't. She had a chip on her shoulder throughout the novel and was obnoxious, angry and downright hostile to Adam. I saw hate all over the place, but never love.
   
   This novel was a huge disappointment. I felt the story was rushed and underdeveloped. Brown is a good author, but this wasn't one of her better books. If you're looking for a good romance by Brown, buy SUNNY CHANDLER'S RETURN or LED ASTRAY.



4. We were first introduced to these two strong characters in FANTA C, which featured Thad and Elizabeth. From the moment Adam and Lilah laid eyes on each other, it was obvious that getting these two together would prove to be very interesting and Sandra Brown certainly made sure of that in ADAM'S FALL.
   
   As the owner of the well-known Cavanaugh hotel chain, Adam is a wealthy and handsome business magnate who had the world at his feet. Then his world comes crumbling down when an unfortunate mountain climbing expedition killed two of his friends and left him with a debilitating spinal injury. But for this once seemingly invincible entrepreneur, the effect is not only physical. Despite having numerous doctors at his disposal, no amount of therapy could help him. But two of his close friends refused to give up. Elizabeth hoped that her sister Lilah could help him. But first they must convince her to take on the job, which is a challenge in itself knowing how much Lilah detested Adam.
   
   Despite her rebellious and carefree persona, Lilah Mason is one of the best in her field. Possessing a remarkable spirit and unwavering determination, she has helped many patients into recovery. But she is about to face the toughest challenge of her life when her sister and brother-in-law beg her to help Adam. Lilah knows that men like Adam are the worst patients. Worst of all, there is no stopping the ongoing antagonism between them from the moment they met. However, is she willing to set this aside and let compassion take over?
   
   This was quite a delightful read. Lilah is such a riot - vibrant, charming and stubborn. I enjoyed the way she turned Adam's life upside down the moment she stepped into his villa. The way she dealt with his embitterness and bore the brunt of his temper and recalcitrance showed her strength and proved her to be a very worthy partner for Adam, whose arrogance would have you cheering for Lilah. While Adam's attitude may prove too much at times, I believe that the author was trying to show us the emotional and psychological effects that a serious injury could cause. And this is the message of the story. It shows us that determination, compassion and inner strength can make a whole world of difference.
   
   Pretty good for an earlier novel...



5. This is one of my favorite books ever. I really liked Adam and Lilah, and the story about him maybe never walking again touched my heart. I've read it multiple times and I'll read it again, I'm sure. I recommend it to anyone.