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See oleks pidanud olema kerge ülesanne: tuua ameeriklanna kõiki vahendeid kasutades ära sõjast rüüstatud Kesk-Ameerika riigist – talle midagi selgitamata. Kuid Blair Morgan oli kaunis ja kogu oma professionaalsuse juures, avastas eriagent Craig Taylor, et on temasse armunud.
Pärast armastatud abikaasa surma oli Blair kartnud oma südant uuesti ära anda. Siis kohtas ta Craigi. Vaprat, suuremeelset, füüsiliselt kütkestavat – temas oli kõik, mida Blair ühelt mehelt võis tahta, ja nende kirglikud ühised ööd lõhkusid ta kaitsemüürid. Kuni tuli käsk... ja Blairist sai Craigi vang.
Muutunud ootamatult etturiks terroristide poliitilises mängus, pingutas Blair, et andestada oma röövijale, mehele, kellele ta oli andnud oma hinge. Nende reis läbi dþungli muutus tahtejõusõjaks – ühelt poolt mees ja tema au, teisalt naine ja tema uhkus, samal ajal, kui nad võitlesid rüüstatud armastuse eest, mis oli nad mõlemad jätnud igatsema millegi enama järele.
Pärast armastatud abikaasa surma oli Blair kartnud oma südant uuesti ära anda. Siis kohtas ta Craigi. Vaprat, suuremeelset, füüsiliselt kütkestavat – temas oli kõik, mida Blair ühelt mehelt võis tahta, ja nende kirglikud ühised ööd lõhkusid ta kaitsemüürid. Kuni tuli käsk... ja Blairist sai Craigi vang.
Muutunud ootamatult etturiks terroristide poliitilises mängus, pingutas Blair, et andestada oma röövijale, mehele, kellele ta oli andnud oma hinge. Nende reis läbi dþungli muutus tahtejõusõjaks – ühelt poolt mees ja tema au, teisalt naine ja tema uhkus, samal ajal, kui nad võitlesid rüüstatud armastuse eest, mis oli nad mõlemad jätnud igatsema millegi enama järele.
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First published August 1, 1983
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Heather Graham
583 books6,907 followersAlso published as Heather Graham Pozzessere and Shannon Drake.
New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Heather Graham majored in theater arts at the University of South Florida. After a stint of several years in dinner theater, back-up vocals, and bartending, she stayed home after the birth of her third child and began to write, working on short horror stories and romances. After some trial and error, she sold her first book, WHEN NEXT WE LOVE, in 1982 and since then, she has written over one hundred novels and novellas including category, romantic suspense, historical romance, vampire fiction, time travel, occult, and Christmas holiday fare. She wrote the launch books for the Dell's Ecstasy Supreme line, Silhouette's Shadows, and for Harlequin's mainstream fiction imprint, Mira Books.
Heather was a founding member of the Florida Romance Writers chapter of RWA and, since 1999, has hosted the Romantic Times Vampire Ball, with all revenues going directly to children's charity.
She is pleased to have been published in approximately twenty languages, and to have been honored with awards frorn Waldenbooks. B. Dalton, Georgia Romance Writers, Affaire de Coeur, Romantic Times, and more. She has had books selected for the Doubleday Book Club and the Literary Guild, and has been quoted, interviewed, or featured in such publications as The Nation, Redbook, People, and USA Today and appeared on many newscasts including local television and Entertainment Tonight.
Heather loves travel and anything have to do with the water, and is a certitified scuba diver. Married since high school graduation and the mother of five, her greatest love in life remains her family, but she also believes her career has been an incredible gift, and she is grateful every day to be doing something that she loves so very much for a living.
New York Times and USA Today best-selling author Heather Graham majored in theater arts at the University of South Florida. After a stint of several years in dinner theater, back-up vocals, and bartending, she stayed home after the birth of her third child and began to write, working on short horror stories and romances. After some trial and error, she sold her first book, WHEN NEXT WE LOVE, in 1982 and since then, she has written over one hundred novels and novellas including category, romantic suspense, historical romance, vampire fiction, time travel, occult, and Christmas holiday fare. She wrote the launch books for the Dell's Ecstasy Supreme line, Silhouette's Shadows, and for Harlequin's mainstream fiction imprint, Mira Books.
Heather was a founding member of the Florida Romance Writers chapter of RWA and, since 1999, has hosted the Romantic Times Vampire Ball, with all revenues going directly to children's charity.
She is pleased to have been published in approximately twenty languages, and to have been honored with awards frorn Waldenbooks. B. Dalton, Georgia Romance Writers, Affaire de Coeur, Romantic Times, and more. She has had books selected for the Doubleday Book Club and the Literary Guild, and has been quoted, interviewed, or featured in such publications as The Nation, Redbook, People, and USA Today and appeared on many newscasts including local television and Entertainment Tonight.
Heather loves travel and anything have to do with the water, and is a certitified scuba diver. Married since high school graduation and the mother of five, her greatest love in life remains her family, but she also believes her career has been an incredible gift, and she is grateful every day to be doing something that she loves so very much for a living.
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December 27, 2013
Huh. I thought I'd posted something about this when I DNF'd it a few days ago.
I made it, barely, through the prologue and a little over a page into Chapter 1.
My problems:
1. In the prologue you're reading a bunch of email exchanges back and forth between a military man and his CO (commanding officer)*. He's whining about his orders - to go to Central America - and protect a US citizen, bringing her home if necessary.
Um, excuse me? WTF? First of all, highly frowned upon (and I use that term as a insane understatement) in the military to argue with your CO in such a manner. Secondly, not very heroic. I was pretty much done with him then.
2. POV shifts. Sentence to sentence we were in someone else's head - with no real clues to tell us whose POV we were looking through. Three times it switched POV in one paragraph.
I was done.** As I only got about 2% in, I can't really recommend or discourage anyone from reading this.
*Disclaimer: I didn't get far enough to know for sure he was military, but by the lack of consultation, options, and general orders I figured there's no other option.
**Addendum: This was originally written in the '80s. It's pretty obvious. And I know things were generally more lax in some of my complaint areas (in books, that is) at that time.
Review copy provided by publisher through NetGalley for an honest review.
I made it, barely, through the prologue and a little over a page into Chapter 1.
My problems:
1. In the prologue you're reading a bunch of email exchanges back and forth between a military man and his CO (commanding officer)*. He's whining about his orders - to go to Central America - and protect a US citizen, bringing her home if necessary.
Um, excuse me? WTF? First of all, highly frowned upon (and I use that term as a insane understatement) in the military to argue with your CO in such a manner. Secondly, not very heroic. I was pretty much done with him then.
2. POV shifts. Sentence to sentence we were in someone else's head - with no real clues to tell us whose POV we were looking through. Three times it switched POV in one paragraph.
I was done.** As I only got about 2% in, I can't really recommend or discourage anyone from reading this.
*Disclaimer: I didn't get far enough to know for sure he was military, but by the lack of consultation, options, and general orders I figured there's no other option.
**Addendum: This was originally written in the '80s. It's pretty obvious. And I know things were generally more lax in some of my complaint areas (in books, that is) at that time.
Review copy provided by publisher through NetGalley for an honest review.
April 24, 2013
I like the writting of Heather Graham.
I thought that it was well written with a great deal of tension between the 2 characters.
Just as I was looking at the page numbers because I was starting to want a change in the drama it changed and I wanted it to go on the way it was. The writing gave me the impression of being there in the jungle with them at points.
The meat of the book plays out well as they "fight" to gain the upper hand on each other. I identify with the character in one was as I can be a bit smart mouthed as she is.
Its just long enough to keep you turning the pages and when it starts to wind down you want it to go on for longer. I didnt want to put it down but started to fall asleep as it was after 1am when i finally set it on the table.
I thought that it was well written with a great deal of tension between the 2 characters.
Just as I was looking at the page numbers because I was starting to want a change in the drama it changed and I wanted it to go on the way it was. The writing gave me the impression of being there in the jungle with them at points.
The meat of the book plays out well as they "fight" to gain the upper hand on each other. I identify with the character in one was as I can be a bit smart mouthed as she is.
Its just long enough to keep you turning the pages and when it starts to wind down you want it to go on for longer. I didnt want to put it down but started to fall asleep as it was after 1am when i finally set it on the table.
December 20, 2020
Eine an sich schöne Geschichte, aber in der Mitte sehr langatmig. An manchen Stellen dann sehr langweilig und es passiert in der ganzen Geschichte sehr wenig. Deshalb hatte ich irgendwann keine Lust mehr weiterzulesen und auch das Ende hat mich eigentlich nicht mehr interessiert. Kaum Emotionen nur einseitige eintönige Darstellung.
October 20, 2020
This was very good. Lots of action, intrigue and some passion too. Craig Taylor has been hired to get American Blair Morgan out of war-torn Central America. Then she becomes a pawn in a terrorist's political game. Hard time putting it down. Recommend.
August 26, 2023
Enjoyed
It occurred to me that this story took place before Internet and cell phones when Craig said he did time in Nam. Then a phone booth? Well, regardless, love is timeless and I loved this “push-me-pull-you” story.
It occurred to me that this story took place before Internet and cell phones when Craig said he did time in Nam. Then a phone booth? Well, regardless, love is timeless and I loved this “push-me-pull-you” story.
August 23, 2024
adventure calling
From jungles to Washington their is always something exciting going on. This couple belongs together but it takes lots of action to get them there. It takes an abduction and lots of fighting to get to the end of their story.
From jungles to Washington their is always something exciting going on. This couple belongs together but it takes lots of action to get them there. It takes an abduction and lots of fighting to get to the end of their story.
November 19, 2023
Loved it from start to end! I'm a sucker for happily ever after!
October 11, 2025
The end was much better than the beginning. the beginning seemed to drag and did not add to the story. I am glad I did not give up on the book. I rather enjoyed the last half.
May 10, 2013
Heather Graham (not the Boogie Nights one, although that would be awesome) is an obscenely prolific author who’s perennially on bestseller lists. Wondering why? Tempustous Eden will give you some indication of where she started. She’s written over one hundred novels. Wowzers. Her first was written in 1982, and this one was originally published in 1983, so…early days.
Given that it was originally published in the eighties, it’s aged fairly well. There are some dated references — the hero served in Vietnam and resembles Tom Selleck; an older male character is casually sexist — but beyond that there are few distractions. Except for the Tom Selleck thing. The hero doesn’t seem to have a moustache, but he does have a lushly carpeted chest that places this book firmly in another decade. Oh, and it’s an example of how much “telling” there is in the story: we’re told the hero looks like a cross between Tom Selleck and a hippy; we’re told the hero and the heroine find each other irresistible. We don’t really see that for ourselves, unfortunately. I didn’t really get a sense of the couple’s growing attraction or why they were so drawn to each other (other than the usual reiterations of how strong and brave and attractive they both are).
And the sex scenes. Oh my. Also dated, in that way that they’re described so poetically that you’re not actually sure if they’re having sex. At one point a thunder storm erupts, and I wondered, “Wait, when did the storm roll in— Oh, that’s their orgasms.” Simultaneous, of course.
Despite the tropes and the body hair and the vague sex, the story is kept interesting by the drama. Craig Taylor has been charged with breaking socialite do-gooder Blair Morgan out of the jungle before the political situation gets nasty. But naturally he falls in love with her, and then has to betray that love by kidnapping her, since she would never voluntarily leave the people she’s been helping.
There’s so much Blair and the reader don’t know along the way. Why can’t Craig just tell her the situation, and that he’s been hired by her father and not money-hungry mercenaries? Naturally Blair assumes the worst and is royally pissed. Craig just can’t understand why she won’t trust him and go along with it. Really?
This was a vaguely thrilling read that has aged fairly well, although I must admit that much of the thrill came from the danger of laughing out loud on public transit while reading hilarious sex. “The first velvet thrust of his entry filled her with a shattering wonder.” Shattering wonder indeed.
Lila Weekes
Given that it was originally published in the eighties, it’s aged fairly well. There are some dated references — the hero served in Vietnam and resembles Tom Selleck; an older male character is casually sexist — but beyond that there are few distractions. Except for the Tom Selleck thing. The hero doesn’t seem to have a moustache, but he does have a lushly carpeted chest that places this book firmly in another decade. Oh, and it’s an example of how much “telling” there is in the story: we’re told the hero looks like a cross between Tom Selleck and a hippy; we’re told the hero and the heroine find each other irresistible. We don’t really see that for ourselves, unfortunately. I didn’t really get a sense of the couple’s growing attraction or why they were so drawn to each other (other than the usual reiterations of how strong and brave and attractive they both are).
And the sex scenes. Oh my. Also dated, in that way that they’re described so poetically that you’re not actually sure if they’re having sex. At one point a thunder storm erupts, and I wondered, “Wait, when did the storm roll in— Oh, that’s their orgasms.” Simultaneous, of course.
Despite the tropes and the body hair and the vague sex, the story is kept interesting by the drama. Craig Taylor has been charged with breaking socialite do-gooder Blair Morgan out of the jungle before the political situation gets nasty. But naturally he falls in love with her, and then has to betray that love by kidnapping her, since she would never voluntarily leave the people she’s been helping.
There’s so much Blair and the reader don’t know along the way. Why can’t Craig just tell her the situation, and that he’s been hired by her father and not money-hungry mercenaries? Naturally Blair assumes the worst and is royally pissed. Craig just can’t understand why she won’t trust him and go along with it. Really?
This was a vaguely thrilling read that has aged fairly well, although I must admit that much of the thrill came from the danger of laughing out loud on public transit while reading hilarious sex. “The first velvet thrust of his entry filled her with a shattering wonder.” Shattering wonder indeed.
Lila Weekes
November 7, 2013
Tempestuous Eden is a contemporary suspense romance by Heather Graham. Craig Taylor is a special agent, one of the best in the business. When he receives his next mission he tries to convince the powers that be that he is not the man for the job, but they disagree. He needs to get Blair Morgan, high profile widow hiding behind her maiden name and charity work, out of Central America before things go really wrong for her and her crew. Craig joins the Hunger Crew to get close to Blair and keep her safe until it is time to pull her out, as his hostage. What Craig did not could on is Blair being everything he wants in a woman, and Blair still healing from the tragic death of her first husband. Can Craig keep Blair safe, and can Blair forgive Craig for the necessary deception that just might have saved her life?
Blair was a character that I normally would have enjoyed, she was smart, independent, and wanted to good in the world. However, her inner dialogue towards the end of the novel left me liking her a little less. Craig's struggles with following orders, and having an actual relationship were equally annoying at times. It took far too long for the full truth to come out, and for the 'happily ever after' to make its appearance. The side characters could have done more, or less. We saw just enough of them to want to know more, but not enough to find out anything important, or little enough to let them completely fade away into the background.
Okay, let me start by saying that I did not realized that this was a reprint until I started reading, and was overwhelmed by the 80's feel. Tempestuous Eden was originally published in the Candlelight Ecstasy Supreme series in the 80's, and while it does not show in all parts of the books, it certainly left some impact. There is definitely some sexism here, and some 'just trust me' moments that I had to shake my head at. Although, I cut my romance reading teeth on romance from the 70's and 80's, the body hair and manly attitudes do not feel like the strong alpha males that I really do enjoy, rather like the chauvinist 'gentleman' that I generally have to avoid kicking when they speak to me in the real world. Wow, it really did not bother me as much while I was reading as you might think by reading this, but on looking back on a cranky Monday morning it all seems much worse.
I recommend Tempestuous Eden to fans of Graham that might want to be reminded of her earlier work and the heroes found in 80's romance.It brings home just how much romance, and I as a reader, have changed over the years.
Blair was a character that I normally would have enjoyed, she was smart, independent, and wanted to good in the world. However, her inner dialogue towards the end of the novel left me liking her a little less. Craig's struggles with following orders, and having an actual relationship were equally annoying at times. It took far too long for the full truth to come out, and for the 'happily ever after' to make its appearance. The side characters could have done more, or less. We saw just enough of them to want to know more, but not enough to find out anything important, or little enough to let them completely fade away into the background.
Okay, let me start by saying that I did not realized that this was a reprint until I started reading, and was overwhelmed by the 80's feel. Tempestuous Eden was originally published in the Candlelight Ecstasy Supreme series in the 80's, and while it does not show in all parts of the books, it certainly left some impact. There is definitely some sexism here, and some 'just trust me' moments that I had to shake my head at. Although, I cut my romance reading teeth on romance from the 70's and 80's, the body hair and manly attitudes do not feel like the strong alpha males that I really do enjoy, rather like the chauvinist 'gentleman' that I generally have to avoid kicking when they speak to me in the real world. Wow, it really did not bother me as much while I was reading as you might think by reading this, but on looking back on a cranky Monday morning it all seems much worse.
I recommend Tempestuous Eden to fans of Graham that might want to be reminded of her earlier work and the heroes found in 80's romance.It brings home just how much romance, and I as a reader, have changed over the years.
May 10, 2013
Tempestuous Eden was originally the very first Candlelight Ecstasy Supreme (say that five times fast). It’s been reissued a few time, most recently by Open Road Media, which is the version I read.
The novel opens with a series of memos sent between Taylor and G.M. (also referred to as Chief and is Taylor’s boss). Taylor has just asked “why?”
"Taylor--
I have one main answer. CLASSIFIED!
Your orders are concise. Stick with Huntington’s daughter; keep her safe; keep her in the dark; move when told.
G.M."
Craig Taylor is NOT happy about keeping an eye on Blair Morgan (Huntington’s daughter). Currently Blair is working in a Central American country with an aid company focusing on hunger. Taylor is sent in as a new recruit and while Blair is instantly suspicious of him, she can’t say why. The rest of the “Hunger Crew” are instantly enamored with him and find his focus on Blair as innocent romantic interest.
As the two work together, they start to fall in lust (and love). The cover is actually rather accurate since a secluded stream plays a part in their romance. Unfortunately, Taylor gets orders to move Blair out of the country and kidnaps her. As Taylor cannot, and will not, tell her who he really is or what he really is doing, she spends the whole trip thinking he is a terrorist. And Taylor knows he’s in for it when the truth comes out.
This was originally published in 1983 and it definitely shows its age, especially with the smoking habit of the main characters. Yes, I know people smoke, but the casualness just isn’t common in stories today. There are a few other details that escape me that date the book, but once I started to read it as, dare I say it, a historical, I found myself enjoying it much more. I understood why these people fell in love and also what motivated their conflict. So while the middle dragged a bit, I enjoyed reading Tempestuous Eden. I may just search out other early Heather Graham books.
Book provided by publisher. And review also posted on BlogHappy
The novel opens with a series of memos sent between Taylor and G.M. (also referred to as Chief and is Taylor’s boss). Taylor has just asked “why?”
"Taylor--
I have one main answer. CLASSIFIED!
Your orders are concise. Stick with Huntington’s daughter; keep her safe; keep her in the dark; move when told.
G.M."
Craig Taylor is NOT happy about keeping an eye on Blair Morgan (Huntington’s daughter). Currently Blair is working in a Central American country with an aid company focusing on hunger. Taylor is sent in as a new recruit and while Blair is instantly suspicious of him, she can’t say why. The rest of the “Hunger Crew” are instantly enamored with him and find his focus on Blair as innocent romantic interest.
As the two work together, they start to fall in lust (and love). The cover is actually rather accurate since a secluded stream plays a part in their romance. Unfortunately, Taylor gets orders to move Blair out of the country and kidnaps her. As Taylor cannot, and will not, tell her who he really is or what he really is doing, she spends the whole trip thinking he is a terrorist. And Taylor knows he’s in for it when the truth comes out.
This was originally published in 1983 and it definitely shows its age, especially with the smoking habit of the main characters. Yes, I know people smoke, but the casualness just isn’t common in stories today. There are a few other details that escape me that date the book, but once I started to read it as, dare I say it, a historical, I found myself enjoying it much more. I understood why these people fell in love and also what motivated their conflict. So while the middle dragged a bit, I enjoyed reading Tempestuous Eden. I may just search out other early Heather Graham books.
Book provided by publisher. And review also posted on BlogHappy
August 5, 2013
I want to start off by saying I'm a huge Heather Graham fan. I've been reading her books for years. I was really happy to receive this as a free copy in exchange for an honest review. Then, I started reading. I kept trying to figure out if it was a re-release of a book. Craig talked about being in 'Nam, he and Blair smoked cigarettes, and he was described as looking like Tom Selleck. I'm also confused about the book having an interlude.
I semi-liked Blair and Craig. It has the makings of a great love story. Her father wants her "rescued" before something happens. Craig is the one sent to bring her back. Of course there will be bad guys. I like that she was a widow and processed her relationship with her husband. I like that he wasn't an arse. I didn't like that someone who hid from the press and kept secrets herself was so suspicious of why another person wanting to hide out and volunteer for a bit. I didn't like that Craig had to punch her when she wouldn't cooperate. I mean really? He's a spy and specially trained. He didn't have a shot to give her? Nothing to pour onto a handkerchief to knock her out? It had to be a punch?
I don't want to give away more of the story. It's a well-written book and well-edited. I just felt kinda "meh" about the whole thing and feel like it isn't her best work. To be honest, it's the first Heather Graham book I've read that I haven't finished and don't plan to finish.
I semi-liked Blair and Craig. It has the makings of a great love story. Her father wants her "rescued" before something happens. Craig is the one sent to bring her back. Of course there will be bad guys. I like that she was a widow and processed her relationship with her husband. I like that he wasn't an arse. I didn't like that someone who hid from the press and kept secrets herself was so suspicious of why another person wanting to hide out and volunteer for a bit. I didn't like that Craig had to punch her when she wouldn't cooperate. I mean really? He's a spy and specially trained. He didn't have a shot to give her? Nothing to pour onto a handkerchief to knock her out? It had to be a punch?
I don't want to give away more of the story. It's a well-written book and well-edited. I just felt kinda "meh" about the whole thing and feel like it isn't her best work. To be honest, it's the first Heather Graham book I've read that I haven't finished and don't plan to finish.
April 18, 2013
Tempestuous Eden is another early work by Heather Graham. She really did write enjoyable contemporary romances back in the beginning. Although it was originally written in the early 80s, I felt like the book stood the test of time. Other than references to Vietnam, I never felt like it was out dated.
The love story between Blair and Craig was very intense and steamy! Blair, despite her reluctance to trust and open her heart, falls for Craig. He also falls hard for her. It's too bad Craig must "abduct" Blair and betray her trust. The HEA was wonderful as both Blair and Craig ended up with a relationship that they both would be ultimately happy with. I'm glad that Craig never gave up!
There was one thing about the story that annoyed me. I felt frustrated at not knowing why Craig couldn't even give Blair a hint as to why he had to abduct her. The reader doesn't even find out until Blair does. While I know it was supposed to add a bit of suspense, I would have liked to have some inside knowledge. Despite that, I enjoyed the story. I think fans of Ms. Graham will enjoy it as well!
The love story between Blair and Craig was very intense and steamy! Blair, despite her reluctance to trust and open her heart, falls for Craig. He also falls hard for her. It's too bad Craig must "abduct" Blair and betray her trust. The HEA was wonderful as both Blair and Craig ended up with a relationship that they both would be ultimately happy with. I'm glad that Craig never gave up!
There was one thing about the story that annoyed me. I felt frustrated at not knowing why Craig couldn't even give Blair a hint as to why he had to abduct her. The reader doesn't even find out until Blair does. While I know it was supposed to add a bit of suspense, I would have liked to have some inside knowledge. Despite that, I enjoyed the story. I think fans of Ms. Graham will enjoy it as well!
May 11, 2013
"Please! I have faced bullets in Londonderry, bombs in the Mideast, and dysentery in Africa. Don’t do this to me. I am no good at baby-sitting Washington aristocracy. Taylor P.S. Couldn’t you send me back to bullets, bombs, or dysentery?"
Poor Craig Taylor. He's been assigned to watch over the daughter of a diplomat. Blair Morgan is currently in a dangerous country in Central America. She signed up with an apolitical organization called the Hunger Crew, whose mission is to bring disaster relief to civilians. Craig goes undercover as a new volunteer for the Hunger Crew.
Mutual attraction develops between the two and soon the two are involved. As their relationship begins to deepen, Craig is given orders to get her out of the country. The reason why is CLASSIFIED. So, Craig kidnaps her and he's not allowed to tell her why.
You can imagine what Blair must be feeling by now in this dated book by Graham. (Cigarettes are smoked. There's a Tom Selleck reference). It takes way too long for the truth to be revealed. What saved this book is the traces of humor throughout it, as indicated in the quote above.
Book provided by publisher via NetGalley.
April 27, 2013
"Tempestuous Eden" is a wonderful contemporary romance by Heather Graham. Now a world renowned author, this is one of her vintage novels that I thoroughly enjoyed.
Special Agent Craig Taylor's next mission is to get an American woman, Blair Morgan, out of war-torn Central America and to employ any means to see that this is done.
Upon meeting, there was an instant attraction between Craig and Blair, that quickly turned into passion-filled nights and a yearning that neither were looking for.
Craig's only resolve was to take Blair hostage against her will. Their love shattered as they struggled in a terrorist's political game through a jungle full of dangerous rebels.
Can they piece back together the love they shared like no other?
The love story between Craig and Blair was romantic, intense and with a touch of humor thrown in was perfect.
I look forward to more of Ms. Graham's novels.
Special Agent Craig Taylor's next mission is to get an American woman, Blair Morgan, out of war-torn Central America and to employ any means to see that this is done.
Upon meeting, there was an instant attraction between Craig and Blair, that quickly turned into passion-filled nights and a yearning that neither were looking for.
Craig's only resolve was to take Blair hostage against her will. Their love shattered as they struggled in a terrorist's political game through a jungle full of dangerous rebels.
Can they piece back together the love they shared like no other?
The love story between Craig and Blair was romantic, intense and with a touch of humor thrown in was perfect.
I look forward to more of Ms. Graham's novels.
September 11, 2013
Hott Synopsis:
Assigned to babysit in Central America, Craig Taylor, can’t help but feel condemned to a fate worse than death until he meets his charge. Blair Morgan. Blair ran from the lap of luxury to assist with the poor in Central America. She’s hidden herself well in this anonymous mission field.
There’s just something about the newest recruit that leaves her feeling uneasy – and it isn’t just the tingles she gets when he looks at her. Blair knows there is something to distrust but can her heart remember?
Hott Review:
What I liked: This book had a great plot and interesting, well-developed characters. The prologue and first chapter were a bit confusing but set a solid foundation for the book.
What I didn’t like: This was very dry. Like many romances from way back when there is very little snark or comedic relief so it’s not quite as fun as I prefer.
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Author: Heather Graham
Source: Open Road Media via Netgalley
Grade: B
Steam: Adult+
Assigned to babysit in Central America, Craig Taylor, can’t help but feel condemned to a fate worse than death until he meets his charge. Blair Morgan. Blair ran from the lap of luxury to assist with the poor in Central America. She’s hidden herself well in this anonymous mission field.
There’s just something about the newest recruit that leaves her feeling uneasy – and it isn’t just the tingles she gets when he looks at her. Blair knows there is something to distrust but can her heart remember?
Hott Review:
What I liked: This book had a great plot and interesting, well-developed characters. The prologue and first chapter were a bit confusing but set a solid foundation for the book.
What I didn’t like: This was very dry. Like many romances from way back when there is very little snark or comedic relief so it’s not quite as fun as I prefer.
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Author: Heather Graham
Source: Open Road Media via Netgalley
Grade: B
Steam: Adult+
April 23, 2013
The book description is wrong. Craig isn’t a journalist and never claimed to be one. In fact, he saved Blair from the journalist who wanted to interview her.
From the start, we know that Craig has been enlisted by Blair’s father to protect her. I really enjoyed the correspondence between Craig and his chief when he was trying to get off this assignment, but at the same time, it made me think the book was going to be lighter than it was.
In reality, this book had my heart churning constantly. Craig knew that Blair was going to hate him when she found out about his assignment, but he couldn’t stop himself from loving her.
The one thing that bugged me was that both characters talked out loud to themselves pretty often. It was more like an author’s crutch than a character quirk.
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
From the start, we know that Craig has been enlisted by Blair’s father to protect her. I really enjoyed the correspondence between Craig and his chief when he was trying to get off this assignment, but at the same time, it made me think the book was going to be lighter than it was.
In reality, this book had my heart churning constantly. Craig knew that Blair was going to hate him when she found out about his assignment, but he couldn’t stop himself from loving her.
The one thing that bugged me was that both characters talked out loud to themselves pretty often. It was more like an author’s crutch than a character quirk.
I received a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
January 27, 2025
This is an 80's romance (1983, to be precise) and it reads like one (including the title!). It's one of Graham's first books, which probably explains some of the confusing bits in the beginning (messages back & forth between the "hero" and his boss concerning his new assignment). Once it gets going, it isn't awful if you're old enough to put yourself back in that 80's mindset. For younger readers, it might be a bit more difficult to swallow some of what goes on in the story. Our hero is hunky, our heroine is all kinds of lovely. There's the usual lack of communication between them that leads to all kinds of misunderstandings. All in all, I assume Graham has refined her skills over time, because she's clearly had a very successful career writing romances, but I suspect this isn't her best work.
September 7, 2014
Tempestuous Eden is one of Heather Graham's early contemporary romances, and it is full of romance, steam, and suspense. I liked the characters, and the storyline kept me interested. I was rooting for the characters, and enjoyed the way everything played out.
Special Agent Craig Taylor is assigned to get Blair Morgan out of a dangerous, war torn country. In order to gain her trust, he goes undercover, and they develop a relationship. Blair's trust is destroyed when Craig has to abduct her to get her out of the country.
The chemistry between the main characters was intense and steamy. The pacing of the book kept me glued to the story. I enjoyed this early work by Graham.
Special Agent Craig Taylor is assigned to get Blair Morgan out of a dangerous, war torn country. In order to gain her trust, he goes undercover, and they develop a relationship. Blair's trust is destroyed when Craig has to abduct her to get her out of the country.
The chemistry between the main characters was intense and steamy. The pacing of the book kept me glued to the story. I enjoyed this early work by Graham.
June 12, 2013
Originally written in 1983, this contemporary romance for will read almost like a historical. Even though this is a re-release,the story has not really been updated. There are some dated references with the hero having served in Vietnam and the prevelance of smoking that is generally not referenced in today’s romance novels. As much as I like to read Heather Graham’s romantic suspense or paranormal novels, I found that I just couldn’t get into the plot for this one. Perhaps it is the dated references but this one just didn’t grab me. Fortunately the author has come a long way from where she started.
May 23, 2013
The Short Answer
I thought this was a fun story, but probably not for everyone. I had a little trouble losing myself in the story because I was so "on the alert" for elements of "then versus now"-- bit of a hazard for me when I know I am reading for the purpose of writing a review. Qualifies as an "old-skool" romance on a number of measures, but doesn't step over that alpha-hole line of true cruelty or rape.
Read my full review at Alpha Heroes.
I thought this was a fun story, but probably not for everyone. I had a little trouble losing myself in the story because I was so "on the alert" for elements of "then versus now"-- bit of a hazard for me when I know I am reading for the purpose of writing a review. Qualifies as an "old-skool" romance on a number of measures, but doesn't step over that alpha-hole line of true cruelty or rape.
Read my full review at Alpha Heroes.
July 2, 2013
I like Heather Graham books and this one is a good read. I want everything in my books: mystery, romance, excitement. This book contains it all. It is well written and flows very well. I founds myself completely involved in this book. Highly recommend.
December 30, 2010
I don't normally read 'romance' novels but Heather Graham mixes just enough romance into an action story.
May 21, 2013
Overall an interesting storyline and characters were intense and steamy! Was a good mix of action and romance.
January 27, 2016
I found the heroine in this book to be annoying and so I found myself skipping through the pages. Never a good sign.
April 27, 2014
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January 2, 2019Deep in the jungles of Central America, Blair has just one question: Is Craig her enemy or her protector?
After the untimely death of her husband, Blair Morgan leaves her privileged life—against the wishes of her father—to work with the poor in Central America. Focused on helping the people of this war-torn region, she’s uneasy when journalist Craig Taylor suddenly appears. Blair is determined to keep her true identity a secret, but finds herself confiding in brave and confident Craig. He has an agenda of his own, and when he finally puts his plans into action, both he and Claire must scramble to save their lives—and their hearts.
After the untimely death of her husband, Blair Morgan leaves her privileged life—against the wishes of her father—to work with the poor in Central America. Focused on helping the people of this war-torn region, she’s uneasy when journalist Craig Taylor suddenly appears. Blair is determined to keep her true identity a secret, but finds herself confiding in brave and confident Craig. He has an agenda of his own, and when he finally puts his plans into action, both he and Claire must scramble to save their lives—and their hearts.
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