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Unfinished Business
What was she doing here? Hyattown had changed very little in the years Vanessa Sexton had been away. In some ways her high school sweetheart, Brady Tucker, hadn't changed much either—he was still lean, athletic, rugged…But the once reckless boy had become a solid, dependable man. He'd stood her up on the most important night of her life; could she ever trust him again?
So Vanessa had finally come home, Brady thought. She could still turn him inside out with one of her sultry looks. He couldn't believe she hadn't forgiven him for that night twelve years ago—but he'd had his reasons for not showing up. He'd let her leave town then—but he wasn't going to let her get away this time…
So Vanessa had finally come home, Brady thought. She could still turn him inside out with one of her sultry looks. He couldn't believe she hadn't forgiven him for that night twelve years ago—but he'd had his reasons for not showing up. He'd let her leave town then—but he wasn't going to let her get away this time…
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First published June 15, 1992
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Nora Roberts
1,209 books59.7k followersNora Roberts is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than 200 novels, including Hideaway, Under Currents, Come Sundown, The Awakening, Legacy, and coming in November 2021 -- The Becoming -- the second book in The Dragon Heart Legacy. She is also the author of the futuristic suspense In Death series written under the pen name J.D. Robb. There are more than 500 million copies of her books in print.
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February 4, 2015
UGH. I was feeling like something light, easy, and fun, but this just got so IRRITATING.
And by that I mean Brady. Brady got irritating.
He's supposed to be the dream guy. Masculine and dominant but also gentle and kind, with an adorable dog, and the 'flaw' of wanting to be too serious and committed too fast. Passionate, handsome, dreams of having children, is a successful doctor. But. He doesn't actually listen to Vanessa at all! There is zero empathy!
Vanessa has bomb after bomb dropped on her after she goes back home. We learn that for the past 12 years . It's gradually revealed that her father . On the night of her prom, . Her mother . Oh, and on top of that, . She has to try to figure out .
Yet, when she explains to Brady that he is ridiculously impatient, insensitive, and not at all understanding. Can you cut the girl some slack, please??
He's just way, way too pushy. I certainly wouldn't have .
And by that I mean Brady. Brady got irritating.
He's supposed to be the dream guy. Masculine and dominant but also gentle and kind, with an adorable dog, and the 'flaw' of wanting to be too serious and committed too fast. Passionate, handsome, dreams of having children, is a successful doctor. But. He doesn't actually listen to Vanessa at all! There is zero empathy!
Vanessa has bomb after bomb dropped on her after she goes back home. We learn that for the past 12 years . It's gradually revealed that her father . On the night of her prom, . Her mother . Oh, and on top of that, . She has to try to figure out .
Yet, when she explains to Brady that he is ridiculously impatient, insensitive, and not at all understanding. Can you cut the girl some slack, please??
He's just way, way too pushy. I certainly wouldn't have .
September 6, 2016
I've heard from quite a few people how great Nora Roberts' books are, so when I saw this I figured I would give it a chance, not to mention it sounded interesting. I wasn't disappointed; I really loved this book for its moments of cuteness, seriousness, comedy, and so much more.
Right from the beginning it caught my attention; Vanessa's story was a complicated one. From the beginning I was not only curious about her relationship with her parents, but I wanted to settle the questions she had been in turmoil over for so long. And as time went I wanted that re-connection between her and her mother as much as they did.
What was the best, and probably what made me love the book so much, was the characters. Every single one--literally every single character--was absolutely endearing and lovable. I wanted so much to actually know these people and be a part of that town. And of course there was the romance. I was rooting for Brady and Vanessa the whole way through. I mean, who doesn't love the rekindling of an old romance?
Overall this book, though short, was great and had me smiling the whole way through. Enjoyable and definitely worth the read.
Right from the beginning it caught my attention; Vanessa's story was a complicated one. From the beginning I was not only curious about her relationship with her parents, but I wanted to settle the questions she had been in turmoil over for so long. And as time went I wanted that re-connection between her and her mother as much as they did.
What was the best, and probably what made me love the book so much, was the characters. Every single one--literally every single character--was absolutely endearing and lovable. I wanted so much to actually know these people and be a part of that town. And of course there was the romance. I was rooting for Brady and Vanessa the whole way through. I mean, who doesn't love the rekindling of an old romance?
Overall this book, though short, was great and had me smiling the whole way through. Enjoyable and definitely worth the read.
September 22, 2019
"Unfinished Business" is the story of Vanessa and Brady.
A sweet, slow-burn, second chance romance in which our successful heroine returns to her hometown twelve years later to confront her past, which includes an absent mother, an ignored best friend, a close acquaintance and a deceiving lover- but is forced to re-evaluate her existence when the truth reveals itself.
Comfortable read with likable characters, an adorable dog, angst and revelation drama, followed by lots of introspection, self-discovery and HEA.
Enjoyed it.
Safe
4/5
A sweet, slow-burn, second chance romance in which our successful heroine returns to her hometown twelve years later to confront her past, which includes an absent mother, an ignored best friend, a close acquaintance and a deceiving lover- but is forced to re-evaluate her existence when the truth reveals itself.
Comfortable read with likable characters, an adorable dog, angst and revelation drama, followed by lots of introspection, self-discovery and HEA.
Enjoyed it.
Safe
4/5
June 20, 2024
This was a sweet and heartwarming book.
It's about first love and second chances.
Vanessa is a know world wide professional pianist. Her father had tight control over her and her career since she was little girl. And Vanessa just wanted to please her father. She left with her father from their small town at sixteen. A lot of back story to this with her Mother, they have a fractured relationship. The love of her life at that time, Brady, was some heartbreak but they were both deceived.
Her Father dies and she decides to return to her small town and her Mother. She needs to rest and also get some answers. I really felt for Vanessa and all she sacrificed and endured. And loved her road to a happy ever after with Brady.
Her first love arrives in no time once she returns. He is now the town doctor, assisting his father in his practice. Brady is a wonderful hero. Loved him.
The story is about the restored relationship of Mother and Daughter. Which is sad and beautiful. And the second chance Vanessa and Brady now have. They never stopped loving each other, but they have a lot to work through.
I loved this romance, it had a lot of heart and emotion. The ability of Nora Roberts to create the small town feel was brilliant!! She made you feel like you were right there living amongst the families and town folks, I so enjoyed that. And all the secondary characters add to the richness of the story, but the best part was the heart of the family theme in this story. And do not get me started on that sweet gold retriever of Brady's, another wonderful addition to this romance.
Definitely on my keeper shelf and will be reading again.
It's about first love and second chances.
Vanessa is a know world wide professional pianist. Her father had tight control over her and her career since she was little girl. And Vanessa just wanted to please her father. She left with her father from their small town at sixteen. A lot of back story to this with her Mother, they have a fractured relationship. The love of her life at that time, Brady, was some heartbreak but they were both deceived.
Her Father dies and she decides to return to her small town and her Mother. She needs to rest and also get some answers. I really felt for Vanessa and all she sacrificed and endured. And loved her road to a happy ever after with Brady.
Her first love arrives in no time once she returns. He is now the town doctor, assisting his father in his practice. Brady is a wonderful hero. Loved him.
The story is about the restored relationship of Mother and Daughter. Which is sad and beautiful. And the second chance Vanessa and Brady now have. They never stopped loving each other, but they have a lot to work through.
I loved this romance, it had a lot of heart and emotion. The ability of Nora Roberts to create the small town feel was brilliant!! She made you feel like you were right there living amongst the families and town folks, I so enjoyed that. And all the secondary characters add to the richness of the story, but the best part was the heart of the family theme in this story. And do not get me started on that sweet gold retriever of Brady's, another wonderful addition to this romance.
Definitely on my keeper shelf and will be reading again.
November 3, 2011
Argh! I love reading Nora Roberts and Sandra Brown because they deliver romance novels that are more mystery and suspense with a hint of romance. But that's the way it is now in their career. Early novels by them were of the cheesy romance variety. When I picked this one up, I did not realize it was a Silhouette, older book, and from page one, you'd know it for sure. It's too saccahrine but it is what it is. I'd avoid this in favor of a newer Roberts romance.
November 16, 2018
Okay so I didn't hate but the two main characters weren't likable to me. Brady got too dominant to me especially when he said 'he just take's'...um big turn off and although Vanessa's verbal response was acceptable, her mental one wasn't.
Vanessa came across as hella judgmental. She would learn one little tidbit but and run with it having to later realize that she should get the whole story. Even though she was kept in the dark about things and had some understandable resentments she felt childish in her actions at time.
Meh...I guess it wasn't my cup of tea and I was glad to be done with this business.
Vanessa came across as hella judgmental. She would learn one little tidbit but and run with it having to later realize that she should get the whole story. Even though she was kept in the dark about things and had some understandable resentments she felt childish in her actions at time.
Meh...I guess it wasn't my cup of tea and I was glad to be done with this business.
October 6, 2024
I hated everyone except the mom, she was an angel and deserves milions for keeping up with a lot of bullshit from her daughter Van. Van(the main girl) wasss awfulll i hate her so much goodbye . And the love interest Brady or whatever he propose to her 1 week after they reunite 12 years later aaa are you okay my guy? Anyways do not recommend
June 4, 2019
This was adorable! The last few NR books I read were super long and dark, so I'd sort of forgotten how fantastic she is at fluffy romances.
Unfinished Business is a second chance romance that reminded me a bit of Sweet Home Alabama or Hart of Dixie. Vanessa heads to her hometown for the first time in twelve years, when her father took her away from her mother and launched her career as a world-renowned pianist. Now that her father has died, Vanessa wants to see if she can rebuild a relationship with her mother. While there, she gets ensnared by the small town magic of Hyattown and slowly falls in love with life again.
For such a fluffy story, there's some darkness to Vanessa's character arc, because you realize she's been emotionally abused by her father for years. It's affected her sense of self, her mood, and even her health. Roberts does a great job of conveying this without actually really focusing on it and bringing down the tone of the story.
The romance is absolutely precious. Brady's a sweet guy, and he's really good at taking his queues from Vanessa. There are a few dramatic fights, but they do come back from them and talk things out reasonably with the needed apologies.
This is a fun little treat of a novel.
Unfinished Business is a second chance romance that reminded me a bit of Sweet Home Alabama or Hart of Dixie. Vanessa heads to her hometown for the first time in twelve years, when her father took her away from her mother and launched her career as a world-renowned pianist. Now that her father has died, Vanessa wants to see if she can rebuild a relationship with her mother. While there, she gets ensnared by the small town magic of Hyattown and slowly falls in love with life again.
For such a fluffy story, there's some darkness to Vanessa's character arc, because you realize she's been emotionally abused by her father for years. It's affected her sense of self, her mood, and even her health. Roberts does a great job of conveying this without actually really focusing on it and bringing down the tone of the story.
The romance is absolutely precious. Brady's a sweet guy, and he's really good at taking his queues from Vanessa. There are a few dramatic fights, but they do come back from them and talk things out reasonably with the needed apologies.
This is a fun little treat of a novel.
January 10, 2012
This book follows the normal Nora Roberts mode. Girl meets boy, either old flame or new guy. Problems and then happy ending.
This one is about Venessa, a pianist who has travels all over the world and is very famous. She comes home to try and heal old wounds with her mother and other things that she isn't even sure of herself. She meets up with an old flame and things go from there. If you are a fan of Ms Roberts you know that the path of love is never even or easy but fun to follow as she writes it.
This one is about Venessa, a pianist who has travels all over the world and is very famous. She comes home to try and heal old wounds with her mother and other things that she isn't even sure of herself. She meets up with an old flame and things go from there. If you are a fan of Ms Roberts you know that the path of love is never even or easy but fun to follow as she writes it.
February 19, 2018
I liked the small town setting and the side-characters were good. The dialogue was enjoyable.
The older I get the more I worry about the future of the romance novel industry if they can’t get a little more feminism in their lives. This read a little to aggressive, a little too grabby and it made me bristle a few times.
I have read a lot of nonfiction so far this year and needed some romance to clear the deck of my brain. If you’re like me and like to change it up a bit this is a fine book, serviceable, adequate.
The older I get the more I worry about the future of the romance novel industry if they can’t get a little more feminism in their lives. This read a little to aggressive, a little too grabby and it made me bristle a few times.
I have read a lot of nonfiction so far this year and needed some romance to clear the deck of my brain. If you’re like me and like to change it up a bit this is a fine book, serviceable, adequate.
December 29, 2024
Lekker zwijmelboek voor tussendoor.
October 21, 2011
There is so much to admire and enjoy from a story of child-hood sweethearts. Not only is there the inevitable playfulness and immaturity that comes from young memories brought to the present, but there’s also the humor of watching a couple awkwardly adjust to their new playing field as adults.
I admit to being a sucker for romances, but honestly, this story could turn typical lovey-dovey haters into appreciators of the art of love. The humanism, relatable characters, and humor make readers turn the pages at whiplash speed, wondering whether Vanessa will mend fences or completely tear them down.
What is a romance without struggle, right? Though many romances can turn me off by simply struggling too much or for all the wrong reasons, Vanessa and Brady’s struggles were believably balanced.
Neither character could deny their new-found attraction and feelings, which was a relief from the typical “do they, or don’t they?” plot. Their difficulties were founded more on adolescent misunderstandings and struggling to understand themselves as adults. In effect, their conflicts were more amusing than annoying. Fighting one minute, then establishing a date within the same heated moment is more realistic than it seems. The pain in my side was caused by laughter, not anxiety.
Yes, there is the back plot of Vanessa finding herself after her father’s death and reconnecting with her mother, which moved me enough to flick away a tear. But, everything pales in comparison when Vanessa and Brady start getting hotter and heavier than a pot full of fondue.
There’s a reason Nora Roberts is so well-known and beloved. This book is an example of her finely tuned skills that enable her to sneak in and steal your heart. You may need a security system to protect yourself from this one.
- EZRead Staffer, Amelia
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I admit to being a sucker for romances, but honestly, this story could turn typical lovey-dovey haters into appreciators of the art of love. The humanism, relatable characters, and humor make readers turn the pages at whiplash speed, wondering whether Vanessa will mend fences or completely tear them down.
What is a romance without struggle, right? Though many romances can turn me off by simply struggling too much or for all the wrong reasons, Vanessa and Brady’s struggles were believably balanced.
Neither character could deny their new-found attraction and feelings, which was a relief from the typical “do they, or don’t they?” plot. Their difficulties were founded more on adolescent misunderstandings and struggling to understand themselves as adults. In effect, their conflicts were more amusing than annoying. Fighting one minute, then establishing a date within the same heated moment is more realistic than it seems. The pain in my side was caused by laughter, not anxiety.
Yes, there is the back plot of Vanessa finding herself after her father’s death and reconnecting with her mother, which moved me enough to flick away a tear. But, everything pales in comparison when Vanessa and Brady start getting hotter and heavier than a pot full of fondue.
There’s a reason Nora Roberts is so well-known and beloved. This book is an example of her finely tuned skills that enable her to sneak in and steal your heart. You may need a security system to protect yourself from this one.
- EZRead Staffer, Amelia
Watch the short book discussion: http://vimeo.com/30919482
Like the review? Buy the book: http://www.ezread.com/book.asp?EAN=97...
February 28, 2017
Estes livros da Harlequin são sempre muito rápidos de se ler, porque a acção no livro também é rápida. Gostei mas mais um vez senti que faltavam páginas o que já nem me admiro se tivessem cortado partes no livro.
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O livro começa com Vanessa, uma talentosa pianista a regressar à cidade onde nasceu e cresceu antes de aos 20 anos ter saído abruptamente da cidade graças ao impulso do pai em fazer dela um prodígio musical. Agora com 28 anos, Vanessa regressa ao seu lar de infância, onde encontra a mãe que não vê há 12 anos. O seu regresso acaba por ser uma tentativa de criar novamente um relação com a mãe e recuperar os 12 anos perdidos.
Todos já sabemos que a tia Nora segue sempre a mesma fórmula e é isso que faz dela uma escritora de sucesso. Nestes livros mais antigos percebe-se que é quase sempre a mesma coisa mas eu continuo a gostar deles e é por isso que os continuo a ler. Gostei da Vanessa e de como ela deu o benefício de dúvida à mãe e conseguiu perceber que o pai é que estragou a relação entre as duas. Gostei de ela também da parte da música no livro mas ainda bem que não foi muito aprofundada, aqui o que interessava aqui era o lado pessoal da Vanessa e não tanto o lado profissional.
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O livro começa com Vanessa, uma talentosa pianista a regressar à cidade onde nasceu e cresceu antes de aos 20 anos ter saído abruptamente da cidade graças ao impulso do pai em fazer dela um prodígio musical. Agora com 28 anos, Vanessa regressa ao seu lar de infância, onde encontra a mãe que não vê há 12 anos. O seu regresso acaba por ser uma tentativa de criar novamente um relação com a mãe e recuperar os 12 anos perdidos.
Todos já sabemos que a tia Nora segue sempre a mesma fórmula e é isso que faz dela uma escritora de sucesso. Nestes livros mais antigos percebe-se que é quase sempre a mesma coisa mas eu continuo a gostar deles e é por isso que os continuo a ler. Gostei da Vanessa e de como ela deu o benefício de dúvida à mãe e conseguiu perceber que o pai é que estragou a relação entre as duas. Gostei de ela também da parte da música no livro mas ainda bem que não foi muito aprofundada, aqui o que interessava aqui era o lado pessoal da Vanessa e não tanto o lado profissional.
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July 22, 2017
It was a nice book the end was perfect not the best one but still perfect.
And i enjoyed the book very much....
And i enjoyed the book very much....
May 15, 2019
Meh. Brady bordered on alphahole and the story had a fair amount of predictability. Nora's writing has improved greatly over the years.
February 28, 2017
Este livro foi-me oferecido em Março do ano passado e, como estava parado na estante desde essa altura, decidi finalmente pegar nele para que pudesse ser lido durante este mês.
Este é um livro recheado de drama, amizade, intriga, conflitos familiares, amor, tensão, desejo, paixão e sentimentos fortes do início ao fim, com um enredo descomplicado mas cativante e com personagens reais, interessantes e profundas.
Como já é habitual, a escrita da autora apresenta-se simples e leve e proporciona uma leitura muito agradável e descontraída.
Para terminar, fica aqui a nota de que gostei muito deste pequeno livro, sem dúvida mais do que aquilo que esperava – adorei especialmente toda a luta interior que a protagonista, Vanessa, enfrenta durante o mesmo e o rumo que decide dar à sua vida em detrimento de todos os acontecimentos presentes na história.
Como devem calcular, esta é uma história bastante doce e apelativa que eu recomendo vivamente que leiam!
Este é um livro recheado de drama, amizade, intriga, conflitos familiares, amor, tensão, desejo, paixão e sentimentos fortes do início ao fim, com um enredo descomplicado mas cativante e com personagens reais, interessantes e profundas.
Como já é habitual, a escrita da autora apresenta-se simples e leve e proporciona uma leitura muito agradável e descontraída.
Para terminar, fica aqui a nota de que gostei muito deste pequeno livro, sem dúvida mais do que aquilo que esperava – adorei especialmente toda a luta interior que a protagonista, Vanessa, enfrenta durante o mesmo e o rumo que decide dar à sua vida em detrimento de todos os acontecimentos presentes na história.
Como devem calcular, esta é uma história bastante doce e apelativa que eu recomendo vivamente que leiam!
August 11, 2021
Ne shvatam šta je htela da postigne ovom knjogom
April 14, 2023
My beautiful late nan owned every single one of Nora’s books.
So when she moved in with us for her last few years we spent the time reading our way through every single one together.
Granted they are not the type of books I like to read, but they were still really good and sweet.
So when she moved in with us for her last few years we spent the time reading our way through every single one together.
Granted they are not the type of books I like to read, but they were still really good and sweet.
July 14, 2023
3.5 stars
July 19, 2024
Às vezes é divertido ler romance tipicamente NR ❤️
August 10, 2020
DNF. I hate everyone in this book.
February 14, 2022
This was immensely delightful.
I absolutely adored Brady as a love interest and his family was so amazing.
Vanessa is definitely an interesting character because of her past and what she went through after leaving her hometown.
The romance was cute, eye catching and nicely done with an happy ending that was well earned.
I absolutely would've loved it even more if this was a full length novel so the emotional struggles had more room to develop.
I absolutely adored Brady as a love interest and his family was so amazing.
Vanessa is definitely an interesting character because of her past and what she went through after leaving her hometown.
The romance was cute, eye catching and nicely done with an happy ending that was well earned.
I absolutely would've loved it even more if this was a full length novel so the emotional struggles had more room to develop.
November 17, 2021
Vanessa Sexton was whisked away from her hometown by her father at the age of 16. A talented pianist, her father had her embark on a successful career, tours, playing for royalty, wining and dining with the rich and famous. After her dad passes away from cancer, Vanessa decides to return to her the small town she grew up in to face some answers to important questions. Like, why did her highschool sweetheart, Brady, stand her up the night of his prom? Why did her mom not write or call for the 12 years she was away? When she returns home, it seems like nothing has changed, until she realizes just how much has.
This book was cute. I have to remember it was written in 1992 so definitely a very different time, but certain parts just bothered me. Vanessa's character just didn't do it for me. I hated how wishy-washy she was. Do you love Brady or not? Do you forgive him or not? Her father seemed like the Mr. Spears of her time and I'm kind of glad he's dead. Her mom seems so happy and I'm glad Vanessa was able to make amends with her. I liked Brady for the most part. He's attractive and swoonworthy for sure, but I hated how he would get so angry. I find this a lot in romance books, things like "Anger flashed in his eyes." Like, is this sexy? Is having a man get so angry a good thing? I don't get it. I do wish there was more of Joanie and the adorable Miss Lara because I really liked them. But I just couldn't with Vanessa! She was spineless in the sense that she just couldn't seem to say no to anything, like all those people asking her to teach piano lessons to their kids, all the times she was forced to perform despite hating it, agreeing to do "just one more" special performance. Say no once in awhile Vanessa!
This book was cute. I have to remember it was written in 1992 so definitely a very different time, but certain parts just bothered me. Vanessa's character just didn't do it for me. I hated how wishy-washy she was. Do you love Brady or not? Do you forgive him or not? Her father seemed like the Mr. Spears of her time and I'm kind of glad he's dead. Her mom seems so happy and I'm glad Vanessa was able to make amends with her. I liked Brady for the most part. He's attractive and swoonworthy for sure, but I hated how he would get so angry. I find this a lot in romance books, things like "Anger flashed in his eyes." Like, is this sexy? Is having a man get so angry a good thing? I don't get it. I do wish there was more of Joanie and the adorable Miss Lara because I really liked them. But I just couldn't with Vanessa! She was spineless in the sense that she just couldn't seem to say no to anything, like all those people asking her to teach piano lessons to their kids, all the times she was forced to perform despite hating it, agreeing to do "just one more" special performance. Say no once in awhile Vanessa!
November 7, 2012
3 STARS
A world renowned pianist, Vanessa, returns home after the death of her overbearing father. Vanessa is unsure of her homecoming - after 12 years she is seeing her mother for the first time and is still wondering why she let her go away to Europe. Then there is Brady Tucker her first love and the boy who stood her up on prom. Her mother is dating Brady's father and Brady, the former wildchild, is now a doctor and still charming and attractive. Brady trying to get Vanessa out of his heart notices that something might be wrong with Vanessa.
This is a short sweet love story of childhood sweethearts meeting again after a decade or so, and also about a daughter coming to terms with her parents. It is an all right novel but not one of her best. The Cordina family makes an appearance...they do give a summary of the Cordina books - so you may wish to read them first. I probably won't read them as I know what happened in them. This novel takes place in Boonsboro - which a new series by Roberts...so don't be surprised if Brady and Vanessa appear in them
A world renowned pianist, Vanessa, returns home after the death of her overbearing father. Vanessa is unsure of her homecoming - after 12 years she is seeing her mother for the first time and is still wondering why she let her go away to Europe. Then there is Brady Tucker her first love and the boy who stood her up on prom. Her mother is dating Brady's father and Brady, the former wildchild, is now a doctor and still charming and attractive. Brady trying to get Vanessa out of his heart notices that something might be wrong with Vanessa.
This is a short sweet love story of childhood sweethearts meeting again after a decade or so, and also about a daughter coming to terms with her parents. It is an all right novel but not one of her best. The Cordina family makes an appearance...they do give a summary of the Cordina books - so you may wish to read them first. I probably won't read them as I know what happened in them. This novel takes place in Boonsboro - which a new series by Roberts...so don't be surprised if Brady and Vanessa appear in them
February 27, 2016
Von J.D. Robb habe ich ja schon zwei Hörbücher aus der Eve Dallas-Serie gehört - Kriminalfälle mit Charme und Prickeln in der Zukunft - da wollte ich es auch mit den Liebesromanen der Autorin versuchen. Ich denke, es ist wie bei Stephen King - entweder man mag ihn oder nicht. Ein bisschen mögen geht nicht. Ich denke, so in etwa ist das auch bei Nora Roberts. Entweder man mag ihren Stil oder man mag ihn nicht. Nun, ich mag ihn :)
Dieser Liebesroman ist eine langsame Romanze, ein leiser Liebesroman und verdient von mir 08/10 Punkte.
Meine Rezension könnt ihr hier nachlesen: http://sunsys-blog.blogspot.de/2016/0...
Dieser Liebesroman ist eine langsame Romanze, ein leiser Liebesroman und verdient von mir 08/10 Punkte.
Meine Rezension könnt ihr hier nachlesen: http://sunsys-blog.blogspot.de/2016/0...
November 10, 2015
Apparently I didn't leave a review when I read this before. I didn't love it, so I get why, but in an effort to explain why I didn't love it, I should probably leave a review. Unfortunately, I read this two months ago and have forgotten most of my reasons.
Basically self, I vaguely remember I didn't particularly care for Vanessa and thought the chemistry between her and Brady fell flat -- which I've noticed happens a lot with me and Nora Roberts (although weirdly, not with me and J.D. Robb -- go fig).
Basically self, I vaguely remember I didn't particularly care for Vanessa and thought the chemistry between her and Brady fell flat -- which I've noticed happens a lot with me and Nora Roberts (although weirdly, not with me and J.D. Robb -- go fig).
December 30, 2013
I have realized there are certain authors who you can not read back to back. These authors tend to have the same flow in every book that was the case of this and the last 3 books I have read by Nora Roberts. The flow: pitiful girl -> dreamy guy -> fight the urge to be together -> some event forces them together -> great sex/lose virginity -> doubt still being together -> guy professes love and is dismissed/does not receive reaction desired -> girl takes it back... they live happily ever after.
April 18, 2024
I mean, it was okay. I was looking for a quick light read, a break from my heavier content books. This is definitely that. . . I really enjoy Nora Roberts trilogies when I'm in the mood, and there were parts of this story that were heart warming but I just hated Brady, and I don't think I was supposed to. I think I was supposed to love him and I would have been happy if this book ended with him getting hit by a bus and Vanessa living a happy life without anyone bossing her around.
March 7, 2019
I like the books by Nora Roberts, but felt like this was not up to her normal standards. I didn't like Brady and thought he was annoying and too dominant. This book lacked chemistry.
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