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5 | Intense Apocalyptic Tale | I usually don't read this type of novel but it was highly recommended to me and I am glad I bought it.<br /><br />The writers make their vision of what can happen very realistic and utterly believable. Reader beware this is an extremely disturbing and depressing story of what can happen if machines take over the world... | [] | 0975436694 | 0975436694 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,156,459,817,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Delightful romance set in rural Australia | I really enjoyed this entertaining romance. I especially liked the dynamic of 28 year old Mel and 42 year old Crys being completely enthralled with the other. The setting in the Australian countryside was a bonus, beautifully and thoroughly written.<br /><br />The writing was so professional I breezed through the nov... | [] | 1562802313 | 1562802313 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,156,289,918,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Very Readable - Full of complex characters | I never want to stop reading this author's works once I start.<br /><br />I loved the character Cameron, she is an original like none other in fiction - we need more people like her. For me, Blair was a little harder to love but I am glad I continued to read because by the second book in this series 'Honor Bound' I wou... | [] | 0972492623 | 0972492623 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,994,513,000 | 1 | false |
5 | The last anthology from Naiad Press, | This excellent collection of 23 stories includes the terrific authors -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Marianne K. Martin<br />Peggy J. Herring<br />Frankie J. Jones<br />Linda Hill<br />Ann O'Leary<br />Saxon Bennett<br />Catherine Ennis<br />Diana Tremain Braund<br />Lyn Denison<br />Jackie Calhoun<br />Janet E. McC... | [] | 1872642721 | 1872642721 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,944,425,000 | 0 | false |
5 | 23 Fabulous stories | Outstanding collection including the terrific authors -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Julia Watts<br />Barbara Johnson<br />Lee Lynch<br />Kate Calloway<br />Jackie Calhoun<br />Catherine Ennis<br />Linda Hill<br />Peggy J. Herring<br />Laura DeHart Young<br />Lisa Shapiro<br />Pat Welch<br />Penny Hayes<br />Laura A... | [] | 1562801805 | 1562801805 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,939,752,000 | 3 | false |
5 | 23 Terrific Love stories from Naiad Press authors | Terrific writers including -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Peggy J. Herring<br />Lee Lynch<br />Jackie Calhoun<br />Claire McNab<br />Barbara Johnson<br />Carol Schmidt<br />Catherine Ennis<br />Diane Salvatore,<br />Dorothy Tell<br />Elizabeth Nonas<br />Lauren Wright Douglas<br />Pat Welch<br />Penny Hayes<br /><br... | [] | 1562801449 | 1562801449 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,939,073,000 | 3 | true |
5 | 21 of the best lesbian love stories right at your fingertips !! | Appearing for the first time together in the same anthology are the quartet of authors from the Bella After Dark `New Exploits' series -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Barbara Johnson<br />Julia Watts<br />Therese Szymanski<br /><br />This excellent collection includes the terrific authors -<br /><br />Marianne K. Mar... | [] | 1562802208 | 1562802208 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,938,825,000 | 1 | true |
5 | The last anthology from Naiad | This excellent collection of 23 stories includes the terrific authors -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Marianne K. Martin<br />Peggy J. Herring<br />Frankie J. Jones<br />Linda Hill<br />Ann O'Leary<br />Saxon Bennett<br />Catherine Ennis<br />Diana Tremain Braund<br />Lyn Denison<br />Jackie Calhoun<br />Janet E. McC... | [] | 156280250X | 156280250X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,938,671,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Love Stories by Naiad Press authors | 19 short stories from another superb list of authors including -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Peggy J. Herring<br />Claire McNab<br />Jackie Calhoun<br />Pat Welch<br />Barbara Johnson<br />Carol Schmidt<br />Catherine Ennis<br />Laura DeHart Young<br />Diane Salvatore,<br />Dorothy Tell<br />Elizabeth Nonas<br />Pe... | [] | 1562800868 | 1562800868 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,937,323,000 | 2 | true |
5 | 12 tales for the 12 days of Christmas | A fun anthology that I bought to read a story by Karin Kallmaker (always a sure thing) titled 'It's that Simple', her story is sexy, funny and well written. I look forward to reading the others.<br /><br />From the publisher's website - After the success of "Stocking Stuffers", which was erotic Christmas stories for ga... | [] | 1885865465 | 1885865465 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,843,389,000 | 1 | true |
5 | A Do Not Miss anthology | 19 short stories from another superb list of authors including -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br /><br />Rose Beecham<br /><br />Claire McNab<br /><br />Barbara Johnson<br /><br />Pat Welch<br /><br />Penny Mickelbury<br /><br />Amanda Kyle Williams<br /><br />Carol Schmidt<br /><br />Catherine Ennis<br /><br />Dorothy T... | [] | 1562800744 | 1562800744 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,682,995,000 | 3 | true |
5 | Substantial Anthology | These authors know what readers want in a short story<br /><br />27 stories & succulent writing from big name authors including -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br /><br />Jennifer Fulton<br /><br />Jackie Calhoun<br /><br />Amanda Kyle Williams<br /><br />Carol Schmidt<br /><br />Catherine Ennis<br /><br />Diane Salvatore... | [] | 156280054X | 156280054X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,608,376,000 | 0 | true |
5 | Fabulous Collection ... | ... from authors who know what readers want in a short story<br /><br />19 stories & terrific writing from big name authors including -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker<br /><br />Isabel Miller<br /><br />Jackie Calhoun<br /><br />Jennifer Fulton<br /><br />Lauren Wright Douglas<br /><br />Penny Hayes<br /><br />Lee Lynch<br... | [] | 1562800264 | 1562800264 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,155,607,245,000 | 1 | false |
4 | Wonderfully satisfying read | Delightful, Warmhearted Romance !<br /><br />No murders or disasters, a little angst, a little passion and a nice long read. Perfect for a cloudy weekend at home or vacation. Two delightful people and their caring friends. I would love to see them again in a sequel or short story.<br /><br />From the publisher's webs... | [] | 1932300317 | 1932300317 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,787,890,000 | 0 | false |
5 | Enjoyed this anthology tremendously | I am not normally a reader of `Tales of the Supernatural' but with 23 stories from a superior list of authors how could I not buy it?<br /><br />Among the authors -<br /><br />Radclyffe<br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Therese Szymanski<br />Barbara Johnson<br />Julia Watts<br />Lynn Ames<br />Laura DeHart Young<br />Peggy J... | [] | 1594930406 | 1594930406 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,737,324,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Another Wonderful Novel from this Author | I enjoyed this author's previous novels 'Turning the Page' and `Thy Neighbor's Wife' so much that I eagerly awaited her next novel.<br /><br />The writing is terrific and beautifully descriptive. The dialogue and the people are so realistic it was like watching a movie. Scenes with the lover's family members are espe... | [] | 1933110473 | 1933110473 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,736,626,000 | 5 | false |
4 | Creepy cover but I spotted an author I wanted to read in the Table of Contents | So I bought this book because the author always delivers a terrific story -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker's 'If They Only Knew' was fabulous - very passionate as well as erotic and well written.<br /><br />As a bonus there are 25 stories and wide variety of excellent writers including -<br /><br />Lucy Jane Bledsoe<br /><... | [] | 1555838251 | 1555838251 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,736,185,000 | 5 | false |
4 | Exciting Sequel ... | ... to the earlier novel `Heart's Passage'.<br /><br />Lovely Romance!<br /><br />35 year old Jo and 30 year old Cadie are a delightful couple, very kind and loving toward each other. It was a delight to read.<br /><br />The locations throughout Australia were beautifully written, wonderfully descriptive, and breathta... | [] | 1932300368 | 1932300368 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,735,064,000 | 2 | false |
4 | Odd cover but Spotted a super author in the table of contents..., | ...which led me to buy this anthology. I enjoyed Therese Szymanski's story `In The Mood' tremendously and then enjoyed 30 other stories by a terrific list of authors including:<br />Alison Tyler<br />Tristan Taormino<br />Rachel Kramer Bussel<br />Diana Cage<br />Amie M. Evans<br />Jean Roberta<br />Stacy Bias | [] | 1555837476 | 1555837476 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,732,772,000 | 0 | false |
4 | Delightful and Intense novel | Fast paced and tightly written.<br /><br />The hero, Jo, is one of the most entertaining and well defined action heroes I have read. I could read 30 novels with her as the main character.<br /><br />The scenery and location are vividly written.<br /><br />The romance is lovely and warm.<br /><br />Don't miss the seque... | [] | 1932300090 | 1932300090 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,729,468,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | Heart Pounding Story<br /><br />Terrific story - This sequel is possibly even better then the first story 'The Clinic'.<br /><br />From the publisher's website - A small party of five Amazons camps in a high mountain meadow, healing from the wounds inflicted by a posse of City soldiers. Word reaches Jesstin and Brenna ... | [] | 193311049X | 193311049X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,703,442,000 | 2 | false |
4 | Interesting anthology | I found the title a bit misleading. With titles like -<br /><br />Fist<br /><br />Sugar: My First Threesome<br /><br />Rough Trade<br /><br />Rock Star Spanking<br /><br />I was thinking that virgins might not be participating in certain stories.<br /><br />I did find a stand out story from an author that is new to me ... | [] | 1555835155 | 1555835155 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,309,757,000 | 1 | false |
4 | Fast paced romance filled with terrific humor | A delicious romance. When reading the first chapter you wonder if the two main characters will ever get together. They are so hesitant at meeting each other that best friend and police officer partner `Moocher' finally steps in to get the ball rolling.<br /><br />It takes off from there with 24 year old Maggie drawn t... | [] | 1932300414 | 1932300414 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,309,040,000 | 1 | false |
4 | Karin Kallmaker's 'Steam' was all that and more! Passionate, erotic and well written. | The cover was a bit much for me - But Kallmaker is an author that always delivers a terrific story led me to get this anthology<br /><br />As a bonus there were 34 stories and wide variety of excellent writers including -<br /><br />Rakelle Valencia<br /><br />Rachelle Kramer Bussel<br /><br />Amie M. Evans<br /><br />... | [] | 1555838960 | 1555838960 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,213,970,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Unique novel of life in a small town in the US southwest | This is the sequel to the author's earlier novel `A Question of Love'.<br /><br />The best part was while the novel is set 6 years after the end of AQOL we get to see delightful, and I mean delightfully wonderful, vignettes of the characters lives for the past 6 years.<br /><br />Hope and Emerson have a 5 year old daug... | [] | 0967775353 | 0967775353 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,213,360,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Glad I spotted an author I wanted to read | I picked this up when I spotted an author that always delivers a terrific story -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker's 'Reunion' was very passionate as well as erotic and well written.<br /><br />As a bonus there were 23 stories and wide variety of excellent writers including -<br /><br />Claire McNab<br /><br />Carol Guess<br... | [] | 1555838820 | 1555838820 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,212,350,000 | 3 | false |
5 | Romance with a capital "R" | Terrific romance set in the world of today's music industry. 34 year old Samantha made it to the big time three years ago. The Georgia native is far from home touring Australia with her band and the tour is about to end in two weeks. 33 year old Australian Julia is a highly regarded journalist for a popular entertai... | [] | 156280197X | 156280197X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,154,211,236,000 | 0 | true |
5 | Just what I was looking for | I picked this up because it had two authors I think are always a sure thing and this was no exception.<br /><br />`WWBD: What Would Brett Do?' By Therese Szymanski had an a eye-catcher title because I have all her Motor City Thriller novels featuring the main character Brett Higgins.<br /><br />`The Favor' by Sydney L... | [] | 1555839231 | 1555839231 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,783,790,000 | 4 | false |
4 | Terrific sequel to the author's novel 'True Colours', | A most excellent novel in it's own right, this sequel picks up right where True Colours ended.<br /><br />The authors provide a nice long story that allows the characters to develop and grow. At 264 pages this was a satisfying read for a lazy weekend.<br /><br />from the publishers website - Many Roads to Travel, the s... | [] | 1930928343 | 1930928343 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,782,935,000 | 0 | false |
4 | Terrific sequel to the author's novel 'True Colours' | A most excellent novel in it's own right, this sequel picks up right where True Colours ended.<br /><br />The authors provide a nice long story that allows the characters to develop and grow. At 264 pages this was a satisfying read for a lazy weekend.<br /><br />from the publishers website - Many Roads to Travel, the s... | [] | 1932300554 | 1932300554 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,782,233,000 | 0 | false |
4 | Interesting anthology with a cover I had to avert my eyes to pick up lol! | I don't think any of the 60 stories are over 8 pages, thus you get right to 'the good parts' lol.<br /><br />I bought this collection for the wide variety of authors and because of favorites whose stories are always well written and enjoyable:<br /><br />Therese Szymanski - "Sex Girlfriends and Videotape!" is a stando... | [] | 1555838790 | 1555838790 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,662,349,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Unique, passionate novel | I liked this novel tremendously on many levels. The humor of the story set this above many romances. The passion and quirkiness with which all the characters live their lives make this a not to be forgotten novel.<br /><br />While 26 year old Hope and 32 year old Emerson are the focal point, I was also drawn to 32 ye... | [] | 1562802054 | 1562802054 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,661,388,000 | 2 | false |
4 | Glad I picked this up ... | I just had to read the story titled "There Really Is a Kalamazoo" by Therese Szymanski. From this author I figured it was going to be well written and sexy, I was right.<br /><br />A few of the standout authors -<br /><br />Aunt Fanny<br /><br />Amie Evans<br /><br />Crystal Sincoff<br /><br />Kristina Wright<br /><br... | [] | 1555839177 | 1555839177 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,608,535,000 | 5 | false |
5 | More than a romance...it's a story about finding your life | This is a very passionate novel, not only romantically but emotionally.<br /><br />Kate is a 28 year old university educated librarian in her hometown. She returned two years earlier after an absence of eight years to nurse her elderly aunt who had raised her. She has been drifting through life since the dramatic end... | [] | 1594930392 | 1594930392 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,607,025,000 | 3 | false |
4 | Sexy stories of sapphic bloodlust .... | Well I guess that says it all!<br /><br />I am not a tremendous fan of vampire stories but I am glad I picked this volume up when I saw it had stories from some favorite authors.<br /><br />There are two stories from MJ Williamz that make this volume a keeper.<br /><br />18 stories in all from authors such as -<br /><b... | [] | 1555838839 | 1555838839 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,519,884,000 | 2 | true |
4 | I found the cover a bit of a turn off | Super story 'Clinical Trial' by Radclyffe led me to buy this anthology - and well worth the cover price.<br /><br />New Life in this series of anthologies - A wide range of 27 authors including -<br /><br />Lynne Jamneck<br />Kristina Wright<br />Jean Roberta<br />Kristen Porter<br />Peggy Munson<br />Andrea Miller<br ... | [] | 1573442240 | 1573442240 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,451,874,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Tremendous Anthology | Just look at the list of authors in the book description up top and you know the writing will be superior in every way. I recommend reading one story a day so that you can savour them.<br /><br />Favorites are -<br /><br />Seasons by Jean Stewart<br /><br />The Queen of Hearts by Radcyffe<br /><br />Fences by Lois Har... | [] | 1933113596 | 1933113596 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,347,832,000 | 1 | false |
4 | Charming romance and very passionate..., | This is a wonderful first novel by this author and I wish there were another 10 to be read from this author. Laura is a wonderful person who was tragically left alone 5 years earlier when her partner of 10 years, Alexandra, died in an accident. Since than she has had fly by night encounters and has just ended a 3 year ... | [] | 156280183X | 156280183X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,275,461,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Most excellent anthology | I knew I had a sure thing in my hands when the first two stories were by -<br /><br />Karin Kallmaker and Radclyffe!!!<br /><br />Add to the list -<br /><br />Therese Szymanski<br />Barbara Johnson<br />MJ Williamz<br />Lynne Jamneck<br />Joy Parks<br />Rachel Kramer Bussel<br /><br />and a stand out story,'Rose Colore... | [] | 1594930619 | 1594930619 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,259,703,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Best anthology ever from this publisher... | This collection has 31 excellent stories -<br /><br />Just a few of the headliners -<br /><br />Therese Szymanski - 3 stories<br />Radclyffe - 2 stories<br />Barbara Johnson<br />Gun Brooke<br />Rachel Kramer Bussel<br />Lynne Jamneck<br />Alison Tyler<br />Joy Parks<br /><br />This anthology is not to be missed and ha... | [] | 1555839479 | 1555839479 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,184,101,000 | 17 | false |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | Well written and tightly edited epic novel of Medieval Fantasy<br /><br />Politics, danger and warfare abound in this well written and tightly edited epic novel that has a similar flavour of The Mists of Avalon, as it is set in a world populated by castles, swords and horses, Kings & peasants that are guided by goddess... | [] | 1933110368 | 1933110368 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,086,547,000 | 7 | true |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | If you are a fan of novels by Dean Koontz this is the novel for you. Several women are graphically murdered. The slim clues point to one common thread, they were all being treated by a psychologist for emotional and physical abuse suffered at the hands of husbands or boyfriends. One by one their bodies are uncovered... | [] | 1594930503 | 1594930503 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,153,055,783,000 | 8 | false |
5 | Terrific Anthology, great writing, passionate & sexy | This is the third anthology from this publisher and the editors continue to get super authors. This collection has 34 excellent stories -<br /><br />Just a few of the headliners -<br /><br />Radclyffe<br />Karin Kallmaker<br />Therese Szymanski<br />Gun Brooke<br />Kim Baldwin<br />Ronica Black<br />Meghan O'Brien<br ... | [] | 1933110392 | 1933110392 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,985,039,000 | 6 | false |
5 | The best anthology from this publisher to date | The editor has a great selection of authors starting with the headliner Radclyffe. The 27 Authors include some real standouts:<br /><br />Radclyffe<br /><br />Jac Hills<br /><br />Lois Glenn<br /><br />Cheri Crystal<br /><br />Nell Stark<br /><br />Aunt Fanny<br /><br />This from the publisher's web site - An intimate ... | [] | 1573442402 | 1573442402 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,925,976,000 | 10 | true |
5 | A Wonderful Romance that shows you happily ever after | This is a unique romance. It starts with Maxine and Betina five years into their relationship. Their romance is as passionate as it was in the beginning and they are so comfortable in their life together that they both feel the happiest they have ever been. The author writes wonderfully romantic, passionate, erotic l... | [] | 1931513732 | 1931513732 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,810,552,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Delightful romance, lovable people and a couple big surprises | Very well written and sexy romance. Dorian is a well rounded, well adjusted person with a great sense of humor who has a good career as a civil engineer and fun group of co-workers. She meets 7 year old Abby while at a neighborhood job site and thru Abby her mother Lorraine whose partner Tess died when Abby was a baby... | [] | 1594930058 | 1594930058 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,587,248,000 | 3 | false |
5 | Heartbreaking Romance that sucks you in from the first chapter ... | ... and leaves you with a tear in your eye (in happiness, sadness and finally delight) for the last 60 pages.<br /><br />Dana suffers troubles that rival the biblical Job and yet remains true to herself and her dreams. She has my total admiration and you are pulling for her wishes to be realized the whole novel.<br />... | [] | 1933110376 | 1933110376 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,555,330,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Fabulous novel - Wonderful romance and endearing characters | One of the best romances I have ever read. Like a breath of fresh air. Here is a writer who knows how to write. You never feel like you are reading a work of fiction. You are immediately engrossed by the first chapter. The words flow together and I wished it didn't have to end. You'll love the characters as if they wer... | [] | 1933110465 | 1933110465 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,068,882,000 | 2 | true |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | Utterly romantic<br /><br />Fabulous reading - so many wonderful moments. I have always loved westerns and this novel and it's earlier published companion novel Innocent Hearts are a treat. The depiction of the horror of war and it's aftermath are very moving. The surgery in one of the scenes was like a thriller - edge... | [] | 1933110449 | 1933110449 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,152,068,557,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | Terrific anthology - you'll read this more than once<br /><br />This is one of the few, the very few, anthologies that you will read again and again. With most anthologies there is one or two standout stories that you remember long after you give a book away or put it on a shelf.<br /><br />The stories in 18th & Castr... | [] | 159493066X | 159493066X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,939,013,000 | 4 | false |
5 | The perfect romantic novel | This is just what I was looking for in a romance. No crime, no dastardly characters, no life threatening illness to overcome.<br /><br />Simply a beautiful love story.<br /><br />Megan is 32, living in Chicago and working as the executive producer for a national news station. She has it all, terrific job, terrific fri... | [] | 1933110384 | 1933110384 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,870,954,000 | 21 | false |
5 | Beyond romantic ... | The best novel so far from this author. The writing is terrific. The depth of emotion and rawness of the feelings of the characters come through beautifully. The pacing is perfect - I did not want to stop reading and skipping ahead was not an option. Fabulous first chapter that pulled me right in and I knew when I re... | [] | 193311360X | 193311360X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,869,031,000 | 3 | false |
5 | 3 tremendous stories | Three diverse novellas linked by one theme 'all is not as it appears'.<br /><br />I enjoyed all three excellent tales.<br /><br />'Narc' is edge of your seat suspenseful and tremendously erotic.<br /><br />'Quicksand' while it's premise is based on deceit is also rather sweet, has a wonderful finish and contains tremen... | [] | 1932667326 | 1932667326 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,330,959,000 | 3 | false |
5 | Rollercoaster, angst filled thriller | What a knockout surprise from this romance author. I was expecting another terrific, heartfelt, beyond compare loving romance. I prefer romances to thrillers but I picked this up and didn't put it down until the last page.<br /><br />This book is not for the squeamish. It deals with the horrors of hideously violent ch... | [] | 0595390188 | 0595390188 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,329,062,000 | 4 | false |
5 | Wonderfully romantic and lyrical | This author's first novel 'Course of Action' is a favorite so I began reading this novel with admittedly high expectations. By the last page I (along with the 4 women in the novel) were completely satisfied.<br /><br />The novel has wonderful moments of deep emotional impact and builds slowly from the first chapter an... | [] | 1933110414 | 1933110414 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,202,808,000 | 11 | false |
4 | This novel is a total delight ! | Romantic, funny, dramatic, sexy - the story is a gem. The writing is excellent, pulls you in and will not let you stop reading until you finish. I was sad when the book ended because I enjoyed the company of the characters so very much.<br /><br />The entire cast was terrific. Adding Samantha to the mix was most exc... | [] | 1594930333 | 1594930333 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,084,075,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Fabulous story | This is another terrific novel from this most excellent story teller.<br /><br />The humor, pacing and romance are truly a delight.<br /><br />I can't wait to read the next novel from this author 'All That Matters' due out in summer 2006 published by the Brisk Press publishing house [...]<br /><br />from the author's w... | [] | 0977088502 | 0977088502 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,151,066,803,000 | 4 | false |
5 | You really get to know these people and love them | From the very first page the reader is captivated and wants to know more about the characters. We meet Ryan O'Flaherty and Jamie Evans, juniors at the University of California at Berkeley. Oh My Goodness, this was fun reading. The two main characters are completely endearing (I just can't get enough of them). The autho... | [] | 0977088510 | 0977088510 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,150,978,057,000 | 6 | false |
4 | Engrossing and highly original story | I was wrapped up in this novel from the first chapter. The world the author writes of is as frighteningly horrible and stiflingly as Orwell's 1984. The character of Jess is dragged from her idyllic world of Tristaine into a prison called 'The Clinic'. There she is ministered to by a new medic, Brenna, who treats her i... | [] | 1933110422 | 1933110422 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,150,760,311,000 | 3 | false |
5 | Affordably available in ebook & paperback - see other links | The terrific news it that the novel has been published in a new edition and in ebook format in 2006 from Bold Strokes Books and is even stronger than the original edition, from a publisher that I have read did not pay their authors a dime.<br /><br />Engrossing and highly original story . I was wrapped up in this novel... | [] | 097088740X | 097088740X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,150,760,198,000 | 0 | false |
4 | Wonderful heartwarming story with delightful characters throughout!, | I couldn't be happier reading this story. You get to know all the characters so well that you keep wanting only the best for them. This was a wonderful story of two families and their friends. You wish you could join them in their weekend barbecues. They have so much fun and are full of life. I picked the book up and d... | [] | 1930928505 | 1930928505 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,149,557,999,000 | 0 | false |
4 | Delightful book rich in historical detail | I can't really add anything to the three wonderful reviews by AGermain, CRosenberg or Joyce McNeil except to say that I agree with them.<br /><br />It has been a long time since I read a romance from this historical period and it was a very nice change.<br /><br />This was a lovely story rich in drama and surprisingly ... | [] | 1932300325 | 1932300325 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,149,112,162,000 | 4 | false |
4 | Interesting story | This was a compelling story that I read in one sitting. The writing was quite enjoyable and the novel a real page turner.<br /><br />Kate is 46 years old when she gets together with 39 year old Casey. They have met periodically over the last 22 years through Kate being friends with Casey's mother at work.<br /><br />K... | [] | 1594930155 | 1594930155 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,148,786,979,000 | 4 | false |
4 | What a page turner ! | I don't want to give any plot away but it's not a story I'll soon forget.<br /><br />It was like watching a very nice woman get in the Engineer's seat on a train that is her life and watching the train wreck - it was actually fascinating. Infidelity and obvious poor choices are ususally a turnoff for me but I'm glad I... | [] | 1594930589 | 1594930589 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,148,638,941,000 | 4 | false |
4 | Enjoyable romance - I ended up reading the novel in one evening | The story flowed readily. The characters that populate it are wonderfully endearing and unique, they are fully fleshed out and become very real to the reader. Paris has some issues to overcome to be whole before they can have a relationship. I liked them both from the get go and liked them even more as the story progre... | [] | 1594930538 | 1594930538 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,148,602,892,000 | 3 | false |
5 | Wonderful intense story - not to be missed | Romantic, funny, dramatic, sexy - this story is a gem<br /><br />The author is on top of her game in this story. This novel is a real delight. The characters that populate it are endearing and unique, they are fully fleshed out and become very real to the reader. The story-line flowed readily.<br /><br />The writing... | [] | 1931513643 | 1931513643 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,148,483,857,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Well written - Non-stop action | This is a book you can't put down. Compelling is the word that comes to mind. There are enough twist and turns and angst to satisfy any reader. This action thriller had beautifully poignant moments that I actually teared up at one point.<br /><br />I brought this with me on a business trip to the motor city and wished ... | [] | 1931513511 | 1931513511 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,148,354,518,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Well written - Non-stop action | I brought this with me on a business trip to the motor city and wished I had brought the 2nd and 3rd book to read as I ripped my way through it. I could just as easily be reading it on the beach or in front of a fire. Terrific read no matter the time of year.<br /><br />This is a book you can't put down. Compelling i... | [] | 1562801864 | 1562801864 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,148,336,923,000 | 0 | false |
4 | Terrific story | This novel is a real delight. The characters that populate it are wonderfully endearing and unique, they are fully fleshed out and become very real to the reader. The story-line flowed readily. It is a real pleasure to read a lengthy novel that can fully explore all the characters facets and doesn't feel like parts ... | [] | 1932300082 | 1932300082 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,146,503,184,000 | 3 | false |
4 | Dramatic and sexy thriller | This novel is a real delight and like no other I have read in recent memory. The characters that populate it are wonderfully endearing and unique, they are fully fleshed out and become very real to the reader. I especially liked Donald and his brother Paul.<br /><br />The story-line flowed readily and I ended up read... | [] | 1933113537 | 1933113537 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,145,917,164,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Funny, dramatic, sexy - this story is a gem | Excellent writing that pulls you in and will not let you stop reading until you finish. This novel is a real delight. I one point in the novel I was laughing so hard I had tears in my eyes.<br /><br />The characters that populate it are wonderfully endearing. Layla, Luke, Susie, Mrs. Goldman, Mr. Goldman, and Chance'... | [] | 1933110317 | 1933110317 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,145,915,496,000 | 2 | false |
4 | Funny, dramatic, sexy - this story is a gem | This novel is a real delight. The characters that populate it are wonderfully endearing. I liked Bev tremendously, I liked Andie mostly because Bev thought she was so wonderful and Andie really came through for them as a couple in the end. You truly hope they live Happily Ever After.<br /><br />Cricket was a hoot and... | [] | 1931513937 | 1931513937 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,145,914,638,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Fascinating !! | One woman's well written account of her activism during the 1960's and 1980's.<br /><br />from the publisher's web site - Protest writings of a key activist for civil rights, feminist causes, and peace<br /><br />Prisons That Could Not Hold weaves together diary entries, letters, and interviews to provide a very human ... | [] | 0820317373 | 0820317373 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,145,802,757,000 | 4 | false |
4 | Totally fun read - mad cap characters and hot loving | This is a totally unique novel where the characters are one of a kind and unlike any character I have seen in print or on TV.<br /><br />Laugh out loud humor throughout. The loving is totally hot and tremendously well written.<br /><br />At over 500 pages the author was able to fully explore the personalities and quirk... | [] | 0974412198 | 0974412198 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,145,577,995,000 | 2 | false |
3 | collection of unique stories | My Favorite was the first story - it felt real and solid, yet ethereal. The ending was super and yet poignant. The writing was perfect for this type of story. The second story was excellent and I loved the clever ending. The third story was a wonderful fantasy and if you are fan of a certain TV show that aired in the U... | [] | 0738834122 | 0738834122 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,145,576,338,000 | 0 | false |
5 | Beautiful romance with wonderful lovers and a breathtaking location | I was so enchanted with this novel from the first chapter that I read it in one evening - this is a do not miss romance!!! The writing is pure delight. Very romantic, very sexy and populated with people you want to meet and become friends with.<br /><br />From the publisher's website - She fled to Hawaii seeking refug... | [] | 1562802569 | 1562802569 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,144,895,764,000 | 1 | true |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | Erotic page turner that addresses tough personal issues<br /><br />I wouldn't call this a romance so much a character study. A really, really erotic and sexy character study. The two main characters have some serious back story issues to overcome to be whole themselves before they can have a relationship. I liked Sar... | [] | 193311035X | 193311035X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,144,870,881,000 | 11 | false |
5 | An Excellent read that isn't what you expect | This is a romance but I found it more a story of the coming to awareness by both main characters.<br /><br />I was hesitant to read this novel as infidelity is a big turn off for me but both women take the main character's marriage commitment seriously.<br /><br />The married person, Jennifer, is something of a enabler... | [] | 1932300155 | 1932300155 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,144,689,539,000 | 26 | false |
5 | Wonderful Romance - perfect for a lazy afternoon | This is a terrific novel if you are looking for an upbeat romance with delightful characters, without a ton of hang-ups, great humor and writing that flows so nicely that a reader wishes the story would go on for another 100 pages.<br /><br />The main characters are truly engaging. The story begins with 30-something M... | [] | 1930928513 | 1930928513 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,144,685,942,000 | 7 | false |
5 | Wonderfully layered story that you won't put down until the last page | From the first chapter to the very last there are elements that will surprise the reader with the depth of character development, the decisions the characters make and the direction the story takes. I'm almost glad the book is only 220 pages long - that means it is very easy to read again and again.<br /><br />I don't... | [] | 156280247X | 156280247X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,144,347,316,000 | 2 | false |
4 | Action, Adventure, Science Fiction and Romance that you can't put down | This is a real page turner. At over 350 pages the story is fully satisfying. The action is non-stop and the characters wonderfully drawn. The main characters exude a warmth that I found utterly endearing and I didn't want the story to end.<br /><br />This is a perfect read for the beach, or on a long airplane trip or ... | [] | 1933110260 | 1933110260 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,144,319,735,000 | 6 | false |
5 | Intense romance filled with drama and humor | The story is full of humor and moments that are laugh out loud funny. This is a wonderful romance - with gentle moments of tenderness. The chemistry between Wynter and Pearce is riveting, they share the best kiss I have ever read.<br /><br />By the close of the first chapter I was fully vested in what would happen nex... | [] | 1933110341 | 1933110341 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,143,195,493,000 | 24 | false |
5 | An Epic story that should not be missed | Maybe Next Time is the most gut wrenching novel I have read in many years. It is a tremendous story of love, missed opportunities and tragedy on many levels. I remember when I first read a Shakespeare tragedy, I had the same feeling when I finished this novel - exhilarated and wrung out at the same time.<br /><br />Sa... | [] | 1931513260 | 1931513260 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,142,391,658,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Erotic historical Romance with terrific humor and characters larger than life | Terrific news for those looking for this novel, it is back in print (February 2006) in a newly edited edition from the Intaglio publishing house. Wow! I just loved this thrilling story - it was like being on a rollercoaster from the first page. Trust the review from K Isserman, it is spot on. Do not miss this story a... | [] | 0974103497 | 0974103497 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,141,229,797,000 | 1 | true |
5 | Romantic, funny, dramatic, sexy - this story is a gem | Terrific news for those looking for this novel, it is back in print (January 2006) in a newly edited edition from the Intaglio publishing house. [...]<br /><br />This romance has such depth of character that I read it at least once a year. I find myself putting the book down while I read just to absorb what is happeni... | [] | 0974412104 | 0974412104 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,141,225,836,000 | 3 | true |
5 | Four romances - four first times - what's not to love? | This is another delightful book from this author. It is actually 4 novelettes. The story opens with four tightly knit friends at a time in their lives when all are single.<br /><br />The first story is very original with tall gorgeous Emma a counselor at the local high school becoming friends with the new straight (sh... | [] | 0595288251 | 0595288251 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,141,045,204,000 | 2 | false |
5 | An Author's gift to her readers | This wonderful book contains follow-up stories to Karin Kallmaker's first 10 novels and reads like a labor of love for all her readers, and probably the author too.<br /><br />This book is worth the price of admission if only for one beautifully written story that I re-read on a regular basis. `Wild Things Are Free' i... | [] | 1931513406 | 1931513406 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,140,445,273,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Delightfully charming romance | This was a delightful story. The title character, the "Keeper of the Piece" is all so human that I can't characterize this so much a fantasy novel as a romance with a fey quality. I really enjoyed that the two main characters are never apart throughout the novel. The reader gets to know them in depth. Gentle humor ... | [] | 1886383707 | 1886383707 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,140,091,776,000 | 2 | false |
5 | This novel will leave you breathless | What a terrific story and now I can't wait for the next novel! Terrific plotting left me on the edge of my seat the whole long journey. Exciting characters with so many layers to them you eagerly await each new facet to their personalities. This was the most enthralling novel in the series and not to be missed. The ro... | [] | 193311018X | 193311018X | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,139,255,243,000 | 7 | false |
5 | Erotic with a surprisingly intense story | This novel was a wonderful surprise. The book is marketed as a special line of novels "Bella After Dark' where the reader can expect a heavy erotic content (and this novel delivers wonderfully!!!). What I should have also expected (and got!) from this author was that it would come packaged in a terrific romance!<br /... | [] | 1931513767 | 1931513767 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,139,253,482,000 | 4 | false |
4 | Entertaining tale of romance in medieval times | Not your usual romance. The story is a delightful surprise. I hadn't read a medieval romance in years and was captivated. Excellent writing you come to expect with this author. I picked it up this evening and couldn't put it down until the last satisfying page. Plenty of intrigue and the battle scenes were riveting... | [] | 1933113251 | 1933113251 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,136,945,598,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Emotionally heart wrenching novel | This marvelous story is not told often enough. At the heart of the novel is the people who encompass the life of high schooler Lindy Dea. She wants to be a part of the girls basketball team but lacks the height and instead delights in being the coach's assistant. She tries hard to please her parents, who love her but... | [] | 1931513023 | 1931513023 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,136,919,822,000 | 2 | false |
4 | Dramatic and at times screwball look at the lives of 3 couples | This was an interesting read with a horrible tragedy in the beginning that affects 3 couples throughout the book in different ways.<br /><br />These are very likeable characters, some that make mistakes throughout the course of the book but you are routing for them always.<br /><br />Just be prepared for the lack of ed... | [] | 1414070225 | 1414070225 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,136,825,906,000 | 0 | false |
5 | Tremendous! Emotionally moving novel | I absolutely loved this story. The writing had me consumed with the characters on the second page. I was immediately back in high school. I have always loathed bullies. I remember standing up to the bullies in high school on behalf of a couple classmates who were too shy or intimidated to fend for themselves and ge... | [] | 1932859055 | 1932859055 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,136,488,057,000 | 4 | false |
4 | Unique story | This was a very easy to read novel. It was highly recommended by a close friend so I was eager to read it. The characters are extremely likable and very realistic. The last third of the book is tremendous and very well written. Conflicts are realistic and resolved true to character. And the romance is delightful. | [] | 0974403733 | 0974403733 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,136,486,936,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | Yumm!! toasted banana bread !!!<br /><br />This is a terrific novel. The dialogue is probably the best I have read by this author and she excels at snappy dialogue. My favorite character is Sugar, I loved how she related with Emily, Gantry, Charlie - anyone of these women had potential to be an ideal partner for her. ... | [] | 1594930015 | 1594930015 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,136,406,059,000 | 1 | false |
5 | Wow ! This novel packs a punch | What starts off as a lovely and well written romance with terrific humor soon becomes a drama of people overcoming tremendously emotional issues to fulfill their hopes and dreams. I liked both main characters more and more as the book progressed and only wish it were longer as I did not want to leave them.<br /><br />... | [] | 1594930449 | 1594930449 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,135,189,079,000 | 5 | false |
5 | Wonderful, uplifting story !! | This is a well written story that is tremendously positive. It is a perfect read at the holiday season and I can see taking it out every year to read at this time.<br /><br />The humor is perfect and all the main characters a delight to get to know. The drama is real and keeps you from putting the book down until the... | [] | 1594930414 | 1594930414 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,135,188,461,000 | 2 | false |
5 | Golden Crown Literary Society Award Winner! | WOW - Tremendous thriller with all the romance you expect from this author<br /><br />If possible, this series gets better with each novel (although it's not necessary to read the previous novels you will want to because the characters are so compelling).<br /><br />This is a fast paced, beautifully written story that... | [] | 1933110155 | 1933110155 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,134,491,610,000 | 7 | false |
5 | Wonderful romance - Terrific humor through out. | Contains all the immediacy that living in New York City entails.<br /><br />Wonderfully drawn characters. I felt Cory and Helen were real people with some big issues to overcome.<br /><br />This was a perfect book to read in a day. It is a real page turner with lots of twists and turns.<br /><br />My only issue is He... | [] | 1883061172 | 1883061172 | AFWVN52MRBWOTIK7UGXBWGOY4HBA | 1,133,919,455,000 | 7 | false |
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