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With Love
A trio of love stories by three popular romance authors includes Jennifer Blake's "Pieces of Dreams," "Liar's Moon" by Kristin Hannah, and Linda Lael Miller's "A Midsummer's Day's Dream," in which the owner of a vintage dress shop embarks on a passionate journey through time. Reprint.
304 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2002
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Jennifer Blake
177 books542 followersA pseudonym used by Patricia Maxwell.
Jennifer Blake has been called a “pioneer of the romance genre”, and an “icon of the romance industry.” A New York Times and international best selling author since 1977, she is a charter member of Romance Writers of America, member of the RWA Hall of Fame, and recipient of the RWA Lifetime Achievement Rita. She holds numerous other honors, including two “Maggies”, two Holt Medallions, multiple Reviewer’s Choice Awards, the Career Achievement Award from Romantic Times BookReviews Magazine, and the Frank Waters Award for literary excellence. She has written over 60 books with translations in 20 languages and more than 30 million copies in print worldwide.
Jennifer and her husband reside in a lakeside Caribbean-style retreat in North Louisiana where they often entertain family and friends. Always a gardener, she spends much of her time encouraging her garden to bloom with her favorite daylilies and antique roses. She also enjoys walking her two dogs, Buffy and Lucky, and indulging in needlework, painting, and travel.
Jennifer Blake has been called a “pioneer of the romance genre”, and an “icon of the romance industry.” A New York Times and international best selling author since 1977, she is a charter member of Romance Writers of America, member of the RWA Hall of Fame, and recipient of the RWA Lifetime Achievement Rita. She holds numerous other honors, including two “Maggies”, two Holt Medallions, multiple Reviewer’s Choice Awards, the Career Achievement Award from Romantic Times BookReviews Magazine, and the Frank Waters Award for literary excellence. She has written over 60 books with translations in 20 languages and more than 30 million copies in print worldwide.
Jennifer and her husband reside in a lakeside Caribbean-style retreat in North Louisiana where they often entertain family and friends. Always a gardener, she spends much of her time encouraging her garden to bloom with her favorite daylilies and antique roses. She also enjoys walking her two dogs, Buffy and Lucky, and indulging in needlework, painting, and travel.
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October 16, 2022
The first book was so good I would give it 5 stars! I couldn't wait to finish that story and look forward to reading it again. The main characters were really well done and their story was wonderful to read.👍
The second story was definitely not my favorite. The plot was fine, but it felt like I was reading a book written by a child. To say it was a short story is an understatement, and as I read it I was underwhelmed by pretty much everything to say the least. It had potential but it never did anything; it started just to end. Not a fan.👎
The third one also read as a short story, but I liked it. It was different and I definitely wish it was longer, more of a standard length book. I'd give it 4 stars over all, only because I am not usually a fan of short stories and this one was, but I'd read this one again as well. 👍
The second story was definitely not my favorite. The plot was fine, but it felt like I was reading a book written by a child. To say it was a short story is an understatement, and as I read it I was underwhelmed by pretty much everything to say the least. It had potential but it never did anything; it started just to end. Not a fan.👎
The third one also read as a short story, but I liked it. It was different and I definitely wish it was longer, more of a standard length book. I'd give it 4 stars over all, only because I am not usually a fan of short stories and this one was, but I'd read this one again as well. 👍
June 15, 2025
The first story was AWFUL. Jennifer Blake is such a confusing writer that I really am believing there are two different people writing under her name. You have books like Midnight Waltz and Tigress that are full of poetic description, intricate dialogue and fascinating characters. And then you have this boring, mediocre nonentity. Something drastic seems to have taken place from the 90s onwards.
I complained that Captive Kisses sounded like a 19th century novel accidentally set in 1980. this WAS a 19th century story but it sounded shockingly modern in the conversations between characters. The relationship between Melly and twins Conrad and Caleb was weird. Caleb doesn't seem to be that into her but gets jealous of Conrad. Melly admits she's with Caleb because she had a crush on Conrad even though the twins are nothing alike personality wise. Conrad says he has always been in love with Melly since he left….which is when she was 13! and he was over 23! He also says he always thought she smelled sweet since she was five. Huh?
Conrad and Caleb never came across as men in their 30s. Both sounded like awkward, stammering, silly 17 year olds. Where is Blake’s usually suave and confident heroines? The whole thing was weird yet still a boring read.
The second story sounds like it was written by a child with a good idea but no concept of reality. It was an insulting read for an adult.
Didn't even bother with the third.
I complained that Captive Kisses sounded like a 19th century novel accidentally set in 1980. this WAS a 19th century story but it sounded shockingly modern in the conversations between characters. The relationship between Melly and twins Conrad and Caleb was weird. Caleb doesn't seem to be that into her but gets jealous of Conrad. Melly admits she's with Caleb because she had a crush on Conrad even though the twins are nothing alike personality wise. Conrad says he has always been in love with Melly since he left….which is when she was 13! and he was over 23! He also says he always thought she smelled sweet since she was five. Huh?
Conrad and Caleb never came across as men in their 30s. Both sounded like awkward, stammering, silly 17 year olds. Where is Blake’s usually suave and confident heroines? The whole thing was weird yet still a boring read.
The second story sounds like it was written by a child with a good idea but no concept of reality. It was an insulting read for an adult.
Didn't even bother with the third.
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June 16, 2019
Pieces of Dreams (Jennifer Blake) - What sane woman would toss over her life and elope with someone she hasn't seen in (the most formative) past 10 years? This is a most-unlikely tale.
Liar's Moon (Kristin Hannah) - This story is my favorite. Who of us hasn't told a lie, even a whopper? But this heroine's fibs take on staggering proportions. The other characters in this story must love her because they go to great lengths to help Juli achieve her dream.
A Midsummer Day's Dream (Linda Lael Miller) - Time travel stories bewilder me; I just don't see the attraction. The author didn't have enough pages to make the story believable; the couple's love seemed just too superficial to last.
Liar's Moon (Kristin Hannah) - This story is my favorite. Who of us hasn't told a lie, even a whopper? But this heroine's fibs take on staggering proportions. The other characters in this story must love her because they go to great lengths to help Juli achieve her dream.
A Midsummer Day's Dream (Linda Lael Miller) - Time travel stories bewilder me; I just don't see the attraction. The author didn't have enough pages to make the story believable; the couple's love seemed just too superficial to last.
October 22, 2017
This was a sweet short story about a young woman, Juli, who falls for a guy, Nicholas, she sees and a correspondence begins between them and lasts for a few years. Then Juli finds out that Nicholas is coming to meet her. He expects a middle aged woman and was he in for a surprise.
Of course it is predictable but a fun little story. I enjoyed it very much.
The story is in a book called “With Love” and includes a story by Jennifer Blake and Linda Lael Miller.
Of course it is predictable but a fun little story. I enjoyed it very much.
The story is in a book called “With Love” and includes a story by Jennifer Blake and Linda Lael Miller.
August 22, 2017
Liars Moon by Kristin Hannah
A Midsummer's Day Dream by Linda Miller
Pieces of Dreams by Jennifer Blake
Always a Kristin Hannah fan and a wonderful way to experience new authors.
A Midsummer's Day Dream by Linda Miller
Pieces of Dreams by Jennifer Blake
Always a Kristin Hannah fan and a wonderful way to experience new authors.
December 15, 2023
I could not finish the last story in the book. Kristin Hannah's story was really good.
April 18, 2012
This book contains three tales of love and desire. If you're looking for an easy, fun and quick read, this is one you'll enjoy!
1st "Pieces of Dreams" by Jennifer Blake
In 1843, four bridesmaids gather together to stitch their best friend's wedding quilt. But instead of thinking of her shy groom, the bride turns her attention to his unruly twin brother...
It's a cute story.
2nd..."Liars Moon" by Kristin Hannah
A farm girl masquerades as a rich woman to win the heart of the man she corresponded with for years. But she can't help wondering what will happen when the truth turns her riches back into rags...
It's a sweet tale.
3rd..."A Midsummer Day's Dream" by Linda Lael Miller
A vintage dress-shop owner embarks on a passionate journey through time-and lands in a castle in medieval England, where a handsome duke awaits...
It's a charming saga.
1st "Pieces of Dreams" by Jennifer Blake
In 1843, four bridesmaids gather together to stitch their best friend's wedding quilt. But instead of thinking of her shy groom, the bride turns her attention to his unruly twin brother...
It's a cute story.
2nd..."Liars Moon" by Kristin Hannah
A farm girl masquerades as a rich woman to win the heart of the man she corresponded with for years. But she can't help wondering what will happen when the truth turns her riches back into rags...
It's a sweet tale.
3rd..."A Midsummer Day's Dream" by Linda Lael Miller
A vintage dress-shop owner embarks on a passionate journey through time-and lands in a castle in medieval England, where a handsome duke awaits...
It's a charming saga.
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