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Finding Jessie
Sam’s quiet life as a New England bookseller and occasional lawyer is turned upside down when a tussle over a vintage children’s book turns him into the rescuer of a much younger woman. Jessie is a mysterious beauty with dark secrets—much darker than his own.
FINDING JESSIE is an emotionally intense, heartbreaking modern gothic mystery romance about a woman’s lifetime quest for her sense of self and the man who is determined to discover the truth and save her…and their fragile relationship. If he cannot shatter the lies with facts and help her to overcome her history, she will disappear from his life.
FINDING JESSIE is about love, lies, truth, betrayal, redemption, greed, mercy, and the triumph of the human spirit. A small angelic presence convinces Sam to take one last chance on this May-December relationship. FINDING JESSIE is his most fervent hope.
FINDING JESSIE is an emotionally intense, heartbreaking modern gothic mystery romance about a woman’s lifetime quest for her sense of self and the man who is determined to discover the truth and save her…and their fragile relationship. If he cannot shatter the lies with facts and help her to overcome her history, she will disappear from his life.
FINDING JESSIE is about love, lies, truth, betrayal, redemption, greed, mercy, and the triumph of the human spirit. A small angelic presence convinces Sam to take one last chance on this May-December relationship. FINDING JESSIE is his most fervent hope.
223 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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June 2, 2013
Finding Jessie: A Mystery Romance by Eve Paludan
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FINDING JESSIE: A MYSTERY ROMANCE by Eve Paludan
[Charlotte M. Liebel Review]
Sit on the edge of your seat as you get adventure, excitement, and terror in the story called, ‘FINDING JESSIE’ by Eve Paludan. It is a ride worth taking when Jessie is the heroine driving her motorhome, sleeping on friends’ couches, and sharing her gourmet cooking talents for friendly stopovers. Sam Gold is the reluctant older beau who gives-in to the irresistible Jessie’s argument that he is, indeed, attractive.
Jessie Wilcox Smith is a great conversationalist and her new admirer finds her philosophy fascinating. Sam listens to her in rapt attention and trustingly shares himself. However, Jessie seldom shares her personal background except as psycho-babble chatter that discourages further discussion ~ and for good reason.
We learn from our first lady of breathtaking features -- blue eyes and red hair -- that she is a vintage collector of children’s books. Sam, too, is a vintage book collector with a lawyer’s background and clients to support his expensive collections.
It is rather hilarious and shocking that, within seconds of their meeting, Jessie and Sam go beyond nice to a push-and-pull war over a child’s book. Each one gets a grip of the same storybook and rip it apart. During the struggle, they knock over stacks of books shattering the sound barrier and embarrassing Sam who is better known as a dignified and respected collector. The couple are escorted out of the estate.
Outside, they apologize and decide to head for a coffee shop. This is the beginning of their whirligig of romance with never a dull moment.
Author Eve Paludan directs her philosophical journey for ‘Finding Jessie’ through the richness of love, life, and pursuits -- some happy and others dangerous -- searching haunting shadows of Jessie’s hidden past. The psychology of a mysterious relationship works for the couple through mutual admiration albeit challenging. Sam’s enchantress Jessie is rather richly camouflaged in cuteness. But is she evil?
Sam Gold’s father had left him with a profound belief and understanding. He taught him how to be honest, loving, and truthful. Further, he taught that ‘Listening’ was by all means a virtue.This teaching received by Sam can, probably, be attributed to his unwavering support in Jessie’s search for her hidden reality. It is in her fear and trembling to recall her memories that Jessie struggles and this is a cause for alarm. Why can she not remember? What is the trauma that erased her memory?
In such circumstances, it is conceivable to believe that Jessie was dealing drugs and a prostitute. However, her demeanor is portrayed as a sweet and thoughtful person and contradicts this image. Ghostly shadows are very nearly destroying Jessie’s sanity.
So, no matter the obstacles, Sam is faithfully searching for truth. As an attorney, he has colleagues and connections in the FBI and Central Intelligence. In fact, an investigation is what he wants.
The last pages that caused a ‘freaked-out’ reaction happened at midnight as this reviewer was taken by surprise. Believable. Incredible.
A tale with twists and turns that reads like last nights’ latest news awaits readers of ‘FINDING JESSIE’ by Eve Paludan. Audiences: Be aware of sensitive neighborhood reality issues in this story. This is a page-turner.
Buy it at AMAZON KINDLE. Amazon verified purchase. http://tinyurl.com/nllwpu8
Finding Jessie: A Mystery Romance
Merged review:
FINDING JESSIE: A MYSTERY ROMANCE by Eve Paludan
[Charlotte M. Liebel Review]
Sit on the edge of your seat as you get adventure, excitement, and terror in the story called, ‘FINDING JESSIE’ by Eve Paludan. It is a ride worth taking when Jessie is the heroine driving her motorhome, sleeping on friends’ couches, and sharing her gourmet cooking talents for friendly stopovers. Sam Gold is the reluctant older beau who gives-in to the irresistible Jessie’s argument that he is, indeed, attractive.
Jessie Wilcox Smith is a great conversationalist and her new admirer finds her philosophy fascinating. Sam listens to her in rapt attention and trustingly shares himself. However, Jessie seldom shares her personal background except as psycho-babble chatter that discourages further discussion ~ and for good reason.
We learn from our first lady of breathtaking features -- blue eyes and red hair -- that she is a vintage collector of children’s books. Sam, too, is a vintage book collector with a lawyer’s background and clients to support his expensive collections.
It is rather hilarious and shocking that, within seconds of their meeting, Jessie and Sam go beyond nice to a push-and-pull war over a child’s book. Each one gets a grip of the same storybook and rip it apart. During the struggle, they knock over stacks of books shattering the sound barrier and embarrassing Sam who is better known as a dignified and respected collector. The couple are escorted out of the estate.
Outside, they apologize and decide to head for a coffee shop. This is the beginning of their whirligig of romance with never a dull moment.
Author Eve Paludan directs her philosophical journey for ‘Finding Jessie’ through the richness of love, life, and pursuits -- some happy and others dangerous -- searching haunting shadows of Jessie’s hidden past. The psychology of a mysterious relationship works for the couple through mutual admiration albeit challenging. Sam’s enchantress Jessie is rather richly camouflaged in cuteness. But is she evil?
Sam Gold’s father had left him with a profound belief and understanding. He taught him how to be honest, loving, and truthful. Further, he taught that ‘Listening’ was by all means a virtue.This teaching received by Sam can, probably, be attributed to his unwavering support in Jessie’s search for her hidden reality. It is in her fear and trembling to recall her memories that Jessie struggles and this is a cause for alarm. Why can she not remember? What is the trauma that erased her memory?
In such circumstances, it is conceivable to believe that Jessie was dealing drugs and a prostitute. However, her demeanor is portrayed as a sweet and thoughtful person and contradicts this image. Ghostly shadows are very nearly destroying Jessie’s sanity.
So, no matter the obstacles, Sam is faithfully searching for truth. As an attorney, he has colleagues and connections in the FBI and Central Intelligence. In fact, an investigation is what he wants.
The last pages that caused a ‘freaked-out’ reaction happened at midnight as this reviewer was taken by surprise. Believable. Incredible.
A tale with twists and turns that reads like last nights’ latest news awaits readers of ‘FINDING JESSIE’ by Eve Paludan. Audiences: Be aware of sensitive neighborhood reality issues in this story. This is a page-turner.
Buy it at AMAZON KINDLE. Amazon verified purchase. http://tinyurl.com/nllwpu8
Finding Jessie: A Mystery Romance
January 15, 2014
Heartwarming and Heartbreaking!
All I can say that this story is truly amazing! I am a devoted fan of Eve Paludan but for some reason held off reading this book and I am sorry I waited so long. Eve obviously poured her heart and soul into this book through the strong characters of Sam and Jessie. The way she spun the story of a woman who did not know who she was, even though Sam had his own short comings, through their new found love for each other, was able to help her to piece the history of her life back together. A little warning though her past touches on some sensitive subject matter but Eve handles the subject beautifully just enough to allow her readers a view as to what it might be like to have to endure without all the gruesome details. This is truly a masterful weaving of life, love and endurance! A must read ! You won't be disappointed!
All I can say that this story is truly amazing! I am a devoted fan of Eve Paludan but for some reason held off reading this book and I am sorry I waited so long. Eve obviously poured her heart and soul into this book through the strong characters of Sam and Jessie. The way she spun the story of a woman who did not know who she was, even though Sam had his own short comings, through their new found love for each other, was able to help her to piece the history of her life back together. A little warning though her past touches on some sensitive subject matter but Eve handles the subject beautifully just enough to allow her readers a view as to what it might be like to have to endure without all the gruesome details. This is truly a masterful weaving of life, love and endurance! A must read ! You won't be disappointed!
October 16, 2016
I found this to be an interesting read, although it does take a while to get to the meat of the story. Beginning when Sam Gold, a book seller and lover of classic books meets Jessie Smith, a woman with those same interests, this story continues slowly into the lives of these two. The actually mystery of this book doesn't take place until much later in the plot. I think if readers can hang on until that point they will find an interesting and compelling read. I think the author has also touched on some subjects in this book that are not only fascinating but need more people to talk about them. Good writing style by this author.
July 14, 2013
Interesting read. So did not expect the outcome. The story drew me in and didn't put it down till it was finished.
July 12, 2013
AWESOME...WOW what a love story!!! It's a favorite.
October 22, 2013
Not worth the time it took to read it. Finding Jessie was far-fetched and totally unbelievable. I'm sorry I wasted my time with it.
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