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The Ring
Doctor Jessica Madison lives in the year 2011 and mourns Jacob, her godfather and the man who raised her. After his death, she discovers why his attitude about bringing up a child belongs in the nineteenth century. In his will, he leaves her a gold and ruby ring capable of taking her through time. Knowing her curiosity, he warns her not to disrupt history. No way can she ignore the chance to see life in 1898?
Doctor Alexander Eliot is head surgeon at Boston City Hospital in 1898. Alexander believes most women are devious. He is engrossed in fighting for innovated ideas for improving his hospital. He yearns to find a woman whom he can trust, one who understands and accepts his idiosyncratic personality––his angel by day and a tigress by night. He promises himself he'll find his perfect woman.
When Jessica and Alexander meet, their attraction is explosive and their words collide. Can he give up the past and forge ahead into the future, or will their love be lost in time.
Doctor Alexander Eliot is head surgeon at Boston City Hospital in 1898. Alexander believes most women are devious. He is engrossed in fighting for innovated ideas for improving his hospital. He yearns to find a woman whom he can trust, one who understands and accepts his idiosyncratic personality––his angel by day and a tigress by night. He promises himself he'll find his perfect woman.
When Jessica and Alexander meet, their attraction is explosive and their words collide. Can he give up the past and forge ahead into the future, or will their love be lost in time.
243 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 30, 2013
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May 14, 2013
A great story about two people who fall in love, but live in different time periods. It will keep you turning the pages, desperate to discover whether they can truly end up together, and WHEN. The historical details are intriguing, especially those of a modern female physician trying to make sense of a 19th century hospital system. The hero is dashing and so is his secret hobby (no spoilers here!). The banter between the hero and heroine sets up the stage for a heated romance that doesn't disappoint :)
July 18, 2013
*4.5 Stars*
DiBona proves loves conquers all, even time, in "The Ring." Jessica Madison lives in the present as a successful doctor. She has it all, prestige, money, and a skillful reputation. Alexander Elliot lives 100 years in the past. He's also a successful doctor. Can he find happiness after his fiancée shattered his ideas of love?
The novel opens with Jessica inheriting a ruby ring from her guardian, Jacob. This ring is different. It allows the wearer to travel through time. When Jessica discovers its properties, she's skeptical, but a trip to the past changes her mind. There she meets Dr. Alexander Elliot and the sparks fly. Alexander and Jessica have a hard time fighting their attraction, but they must, since they fear time will keep them apart – time or perhaps stubborn pride. Can they overcome the obstacles the ring presents?
DiBona's writing style is very fluid, immediately drawing the reader into Jessica's world. The pacing is just right, slowing down to allow the reader to catch their breath before accelerating again.
The best part of the story was the characters. DiBona presents a strong heroine who has a big heart. Her hero embodies noble bearing. In fact, it may be his stubborn pride and not time that proves his downfall. The supporting cast is a gem and each of them – Mary, Bobbi, and Aunt Abigail shine.
There were minor punctuation and grammatical errors throughout which I felt a stronger edit might have caught, but it did not take away from my enjoyment of the story.
The novel is mainstream for romance readers with several sensual love scenes. "The Ring" is a story that will have you turning the pages to see what happens next. I highly recommend it.
DiBona proves loves conquers all, even time, in "The Ring." Jessica Madison lives in the present as a successful doctor. She has it all, prestige, money, and a skillful reputation. Alexander Elliot lives 100 years in the past. He's also a successful doctor. Can he find happiness after his fiancée shattered his ideas of love?
The novel opens with Jessica inheriting a ruby ring from her guardian, Jacob. This ring is different. It allows the wearer to travel through time. When Jessica discovers its properties, she's skeptical, but a trip to the past changes her mind. There she meets Dr. Alexander Elliot and the sparks fly. Alexander and Jessica have a hard time fighting their attraction, but they must, since they fear time will keep them apart – time or perhaps stubborn pride. Can they overcome the obstacles the ring presents?
DiBona's writing style is very fluid, immediately drawing the reader into Jessica's world. The pacing is just right, slowing down to allow the reader to catch their breath before accelerating again.
The best part of the story was the characters. DiBona presents a strong heroine who has a big heart. Her hero embodies noble bearing. In fact, it may be his stubborn pride and not time that proves his downfall. The supporting cast is a gem and each of them – Mary, Bobbi, and Aunt Abigail shine.
There were minor punctuation and grammatical errors throughout which I felt a stronger edit might have caught, but it did not take away from my enjoyment of the story.
The novel is mainstream for romance readers with several sensual love scenes. "The Ring" is a story that will have you turning the pages to see what happens next. I highly recommend it.
July 20, 2015
Just ok for me.
I liked the storyline, the characters and the eventual happy ending. I started out enjoying the book, but I found their love scenes and yearnings slogged by prosy words. I hopped over them because they dragged the story down. I do not mind a sexy love scene or loving romance, but these were verbose. I fought my way through to the end. Not a good read for me and not an author I will probably revisit.
I liked the storyline, the characters and the eventual happy ending. I started out enjoying the book, but I found their love scenes and yearnings slogged by prosy words. I hopped over them because they dragged the story down. I do not mind a sexy love scene or loving romance, but these were verbose. I fought my way through to the end. Not a good read for me and not an author I will probably revisit.
May 18, 2013
I really enjoyed this book! The characters are very well formed as the author spins her tale of love through two different time-lines. Also, the pace is just perfect. The book will keep you engaged and even if you need to put it down you won't want to. I was completely captivated from beginning to end. I can't wait to read more from Ms. Di Bona
February 2, 2014
This is a very good book, great time travel romance between two doctors in different times.
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