Tidewater

by Antoinette Stockenberg

Newly married and settled in coastal Farnham, Massachusetts, Sarann Bonniface finally has a steadfast, respectable husband at her side and an elegant roof over her head. Now she intends to concentrate on the most pressing matter at taming her newly rebellious teenager.

Through Sarann is well aware her daughter isn't thrilled to have a new stepfather, it never occurs to her that Abigail might go looking for the birth father she never knew--or that he can even be found. Ben McElwyn is so mired in the myth Sarann created that even she isn't sure who he really was. But she's about to find out...

As Sarann's once idyllic days begin to spin out of control, someone is playing games with her mind, and she no longer trusts anyone around her. Not her resentful daughter. Not her brooding husband. Not Ben. Maybe not even herself...

Genres: Romance, Fiction, Contemporary

352 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published June 5, 2001

Reviews

[Teresa Medeiros · Rating 5 out of 5]

As a reader, this book satisfied me on many levels. It has a touching romantic reunion, gut-twisting suspense, and wrenching emotional impact. I especially liked the development of the "villain" because it was done so subtly that even I began to doubt my perception of him. Ms. Stockenberg excels at novels that explore the mother/daughter relationship and this one is no exception. If you like suspense, romance, and family relationships all wrapped up in a credible story, TIDEWATER should make you very happy.

[Terric853 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Fast-paced and fun, if a tiny bit implausible. Sara, who recently married her employer to give her daughter "a good life," had said daughter as a result of a one-night stand and never saw the father again. Her daughter, Abigail, wants facts about her real father and starts snooping into her mother's past. (Sara made up a story about how Abby's father had been a lawyer who was killed when crossing the street one day.)

Abby ultimately finds Ben, a private investigator who was kicked off the police force when was framed for taking evidence. Of course, Ben and Sara feel the old attraction and Sara is forced to admit to herself that she never loved her husband, Rodger, who turns out to be a bad guy, anyway.

[PinkAmy loves books, cats and naps · Rating 2 out of 5]

Sara, newly married to the creepy controlling Rodger, finally tells her twelve-year-old daughter Abby that her biological father isn't really dead, and that he doesn't know she exists. Abby quickly hunts Ben down. Meanwhile Sara of supposedly doing all sorts of forgetful things and might be mentally ill, although if you believe that I have a bridge in Brooklyn I'd like to sell you.
TIDEWATER is one if the most predictable books I've read in a long time. The characters were flat--all good or all bad, weak or strong, likable or not. I did root for Sara and Ben, and for that reason 2 not 1 star.

[Janet Torrens · Rating 3 out of 5]

I don't very often read romance but this was not too bad and was a quick read

[Linda Howarth · Rating 1 out of 5]

Boring- did not finish

[Natalia · Rating 2 out of 5]

I couldn’t even finish this one. The characters were predictable, Sarah was whiny and annoying - and a very odd match for Rodger. Too slow for me.

[Rosi · Rating 4 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book so much that I have already downloaded two more books by this author onto my nook e-reader. The writing pulls you in, you don't want to stop reading. You come to care about what happens to the characters - good and bad. And there was some suspense that I was not expecting - oh, an added bonus! All in all, everything I could ask for in a book!

[Sue · Rating 5 out of 5]

So often a book is touted as not being able to put down. Well, let me say this book definitely fit the bill. I have just recently discovered Ms Stockenberg's books. I have read 3 in as many weeks and surely plan on reading more. I love her combination of romance with suspense built in. She keeps you guessing. I stayed up way too late last night finishing this book but it was well worth it.

[Sarah McBee Conner · Rating 2 out of 5]

Predictable romantic novels are not my favorite. But this is good if it is the type of book you are looking for. Easy read, predictable story line; girl meets boy, girl gets pregnant and disappears. Boy is contacted by kid 12 years later and they become one big happy family except for girls current husband, who turns out to be the villain. The good prevail at the end.

[Teresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the book. It is written well. There isn't anything earth- shattering in it, but it is a solid, good, and quick read. Stockenberg writes a mystery with good suspense and, I thought, a good insight into mother-daughter relationships. I will read more of her books when I want a good, simple mystery to read.

[Autumn · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book that I didn't want to put down, especially at the end I'm glad I found and tried this new-to-me author on Bookbub. I enjoyed the development of the story and that it kept me wondering until the very end. I will definitely read more of Ms. Stockenberg.

[Rita Allen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too predictable

I've read many of Stockenberg's books and have enjoyed most of them, particularly the "By the sea" series. This was the type of book that I kept checking the percentage left so I could get on with my life. I knew where it was going most of the time.

[Hippiemom · Rating 1 out of 5]

Wow, this is the first book I have read by this author. And, it will most likely be the last. The lead character, Sarann is simply dreadful- no one can really be that dumb! The storyline was easily discerned and the writing lacked depth.

[Rosalie · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book. looking forward to Keepsake.

[Peggy · Rating 3 out of 5]

I always enjoy books by Antoinette Stockenberg. A bit predictable, but always with a odd little turn or twist to keep you reading.

[Tina]

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[Kristi · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome! I couldn't put this one down!

[Lynn Pembroke · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a very good book. One sexual scene near the end. I've enjoyed this author and only started reading her because she was on a try this offer. I'm glad I did.

[Michelle Joseph]

boring and predictable

[Stefanie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I liked this book but it was a bit too slow for me. Well written and likable characters and some interesting twists.

[Liz · Rating 5 out of 5]

Creepily Captivating!

Throughout this book you just KNOW something is NOT right! But what? And why?

Can you figure it out? Good luck!!!

[Karen · Rating 4 out of 5]

I couldn't put this down and I will definitely read more of her books!