Illusions

by ALLEN CHARLOTTE VALE,, Allen Charlotte Vale

"Illusions" provides an in-depth exploration of the victim/captor relationship that is sympathetic to both parties, allowing readers to see the lengths to which grief can sometimes take people.

Genres: Fiction

296 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1988

Reviews

[Liz Estrada · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 stars

[Margaret · Rating 3 out of 5]

Grief holds hand with Guilt in this novel as Leigh and Daniel try to move on with their lives after tragedy strikes each of them. I wanted to like this book more than I did but I couldn't get the feeling either character was genuine. As often happens the supporting characters stole the show. I have read several of Ms. Allen's novels and would not choose this as a favorite.

[Karen · Rating 1 out of 5]

I did not like this one at all and stopped reading it.

[Marcie · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book I randomly picked from the library shelf. It has a dark plot. Leigh and Daniel are both in the depths of grief. One lost a stepson. One lost a wife. As fate has it they are seated next to each other on the plane. Neither wants to talk but eventually a word or two is uttered and just to avoid more conversation they begin to tell each other lies. They never intend to see each other again, but Daniel keeps thinking about her and starts to investigate and tries to find her. Based on lies and deceit their relationship spirals downward. It's a testament on the human condition and how grief can make you insane. Eventually you recognize the depths of your mental illness and start to heal. I can't stop thinking about this book. It was good. Messes with your mind a little.

[Cheryl Stevens · Rating 4 out of 5]

An oldie but a goodie. I love Charlotte Vale Allen's stories and writing.

[Rae · Rating 1 out of 5]

Don't bother. I didn't finish reading this book because it's so dull and that's saying a lot because I almost NEVER give up on a book!

[Kim · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was a good twisty story, and I loved the ending. Makes you want to be careful who you start up random conversations with.

[Carmelita · Rating 3 out of 5]

not that interesting for me.........

[Beckey · Rating 2 out of 5]

Twisted weird just not something that many would like ... Slow in some sections...

[Diane Barriere · Rating 1 out of 5]

Definitely not her best book - very disappointing.