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Pride and Intentions
“Those who think that love is fleeting have never truly loved.”
An achingly tender story about love and pride, hope and trust, betrayal and forgiveness.
Set in beautiful castles in the middle of the twentieth century, this is a story about Doris Rose, the daughter of an English oligarch who cannot forget the poor young man who stole her heart a long time ago when her parents forcefully separated them. Dominated by the secret plans of her rich parents, she manages to escape the trap of ‘marriage’…
But love has the power to turn the dark tragedy of their past into a miracle.
Reborn as one of the richest men in England, the former poor boy from her childhood returns to her parents' lives...
Morally marred by lies, deception and secrets from her parents’ past, the former mistress of Magnolia Castle, Doris Rose, is forced to abandon her wealth and join the working class. She blames the very man she secretly loves for her misfortune.
The oligarch’s plans and the pride of the girl who has lost everything become the only things that tie two people who secretly love one another...
How will the turbulent relationship between the oligarch’s daughter and the poor thief of her heart end? Are they ready to put everything at stake for the sake of love?
An achingly tender story about love and pride, hope and trust, betrayal and forgiveness.
Set in beautiful castles in the middle of the twentieth century, this is a story about Doris Rose, the daughter of an English oligarch who cannot forget the poor young man who stole her heart a long time ago when her parents forcefully separated them. Dominated by the secret plans of her rich parents, she manages to escape the trap of ‘marriage’…
But love has the power to turn the dark tragedy of their past into a miracle.
Reborn as one of the richest men in England, the former poor boy from her childhood returns to her parents' lives...
Morally marred by lies, deception and secrets from her parents’ past, the former mistress of Magnolia Castle, Doris Rose, is forced to abandon her wealth and join the working class. She blames the very man she secretly loves for her misfortune.
The oligarch’s plans and the pride of the girl who has lost everything become the only things that tie two people who secretly love one another...
How will the turbulent relationship between the oligarch’s daughter and the poor thief of her heart end? Are they ready to put everything at stake for the sake of love?
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Dushica Labovich
11 books60 followersHello and welcome to my author page! Whether you’ve read my books before, are thinking of trying one out or just landed here by fate, it’s great to see you!
I am a novelist from Montenegro, an avid reader and a passionate writer with the masters' degrees in philosophy and psychotherapy. With all my love for writing, I hope to see my romantic/mystery novel "ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LOVE" and my thriller/suspense novel "THE SALVADOR DALI FORMULA" published in other languages worldwide soon.
As a lover of romance novels, good psychological thrillers, metaphysics, art and philosophy of ancient cultures every year I spend a few months in various countries, most often it is the UK, trying to remember every street, bookstore, house with an unusual door or riverside cottage, explore a park or forest on the shores of Cornwall, feel the height of the white cliffs of Beach Head, or walk the corridors of centuries-old castles. Apart from imagining interesting heroes, putting my next story to one of the most mysterious places I've ever visited is just as interesting. The rest of the year, I make plans for faraway destinations looking for undiscovered wisdom of ancient teachings that fill my writer's spirit with new uncertainty and inspiration.
I live with my husband and two children on the coast of the beautiful Adriatic Sea in an apartment with a view of the beach, rains, storms, and red sunsets. Outside of travel and hours spent crafting heartbreaker heroes and secret codes, you can find me in the kitchen, on the couch, or at the swimming pool.
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I am a novelist from Montenegro, an avid reader and a passionate writer with the masters' degrees in philosophy and psychotherapy. With all my love for writing, I hope to see my romantic/mystery novel "ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LOVE" and my thriller/suspense novel "THE SALVADOR DALI FORMULA" published in other languages worldwide soon.
As a lover of romance novels, good psychological thrillers, metaphysics, art and philosophy of ancient cultures every year I spend a few months in various countries, most often it is the UK, trying to remember every street, bookstore, house with an unusual door or riverside cottage, explore a park or forest on the shores of Cornwall, feel the height of the white cliffs of Beach Head, or walk the corridors of centuries-old castles. Apart from imagining interesting heroes, putting my next story to one of the most mysterious places I've ever visited is just as interesting. The rest of the year, I make plans for faraway destinations looking for undiscovered wisdom of ancient teachings that fill my writer's spirit with new uncertainty and inspiration.
I live with my husband and two children on the coast of the beautiful Adriatic Sea in an apartment with a view of the beach, rains, storms, and red sunsets. Outside of travel and hours spent crafting heartbreaker heroes and secret codes, you can find me in the kitchen, on the couch, or at the swimming pool.
If you enjoy my books or want to say hi, I’d love to hear from you: I’m DushicaLabovich on Twitter and dushica_labovich on Instagram, author page dlabovic, or other social networks.
Hope to see you there!
If you follow me on my Amazon Author page, Amazon will send you an email whenever I have a new book release or pre-order. Just click the “follow” button at the top of the page!
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September 4, 2020
A breathtaking story of love, heartbreak, betrayal, and forgiveness. Romeo and Juliet meets Pride and Prejudice.
“Now I know that everything was supposed to happen just the way it did, because if it didn’t, maybe I wouldn’t have spent the rest of my life in the most beautiful fairy tale with your grandfather.”
When I heard Dushica Labovich announce that she was writing a story inspired by Pride and Prejudice-- my favorite Jane Austen novel-- I just knew I had to read it. Honored to be chosen to receive an advance copy of the book before it even came out, I began reading, expecting a modern take on the classic story, or something reminiscent of You’ve Got Mail or Bridget Jones’ Diary. I was unprepared to be blown away by the amazing saga that unfolded before me!
The story draws some parallels to Pride and Prejudice; the main characters bear some resemblance to Darcy and Elizabeth, and some of the side characters take on roles that echo Austen’s blueprint. But Pride and Intentions is not simply a retelling of Austen’s story-- it is its own original masterpiece.
The book opens at a funeral, where an elderly woman named Doris is celebrating the life of her late husband, dressed colorfully according to his wishes, amidst the black-clad mourners. She returns home with her granddaughter, Elizabeth, where she begins to tell her entire life story, and how she and Elizabeth’s grandfather met and fell in love.
Her narrative, which takes place across the 1950’s-1960’s, is so vividly described, I felt as though I were watching a movie the whole time. All that was missing was the soundtrack! I could easily picture wealthy young Doris, dolled up in A-line dresses, high heels and red lipstick, looking like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. I could imagine myself wandering the library with her at her beloved Magnolia Castle, or climbing the hillside to look across the whole town of Harrogate.
Dushica’s tale is woven full of beautiful prose and poignant moments, as Doris finds herself torn from the first love of her childhood, unable to find him again as the years go by. She goes through a series of other relationships, but none are able to compare to the tender love of youth. Until she meets Edward Brown. He’s confident, handsome, successful, unlike any man she’s ever met, and yet somehow, he reminds her so much of her childhood sweetheart, Victor. She never thought she could fall in love a second time, yet she finds herself inexplicably drawn to his magnetic personality, and her heart can’t help but burst into flame. But there are family secrets entangling her life and Edward’s, and when those come to light, his betrayal shatters all the trust she held for him and causes her to doubt that love ever held any promise for her. Can she make a new life for herself free from the duplicity and deception that has shrouded her entire life and manipulated her destiny? Can she love again after heartbreak has destroyed her hope? Will she ever learn what happened to the poor young man who sold strawberries and read poetry to her in a quiet village in England so many years ago?
A must-read book!
“Now I know that everything was supposed to happen just the way it did, because if it didn’t, maybe I wouldn’t have spent the rest of my life in the most beautiful fairy tale with your grandfather.”
When I heard Dushica Labovich announce that she was writing a story inspired by Pride and Prejudice-- my favorite Jane Austen novel-- I just knew I had to read it. Honored to be chosen to receive an advance copy of the book before it even came out, I began reading, expecting a modern take on the classic story, or something reminiscent of You’ve Got Mail or Bridget Jones’ Diary. I was unprepared to be blown away by the amazing saga that unfolded before me!
The story draws some parallels to Pride and Prejudice; the main characters bear some resemblance to Darcy and Elizabeth, and some of the side characters take on roles that echo Austen’s blueprint. But Pride and Intentions is not simply a retelling of Austen’s story-- it is its own original masterpiece.
The book opens at a funeral, where an elderly woman named Doris is celebrating the life of her late husband, dressed colorfully according to his wishes, amidst the black-clad mourners. She returns home with her granddaughter, Elizabeth, where she begins to tell her entire life story, and how she and Elizabeth’s grandfather met and fell in love.
Her narrative, which takes place across the 1950’s-1960’s, is so vividly described, I felt as though I were watching a movie the whole time. All that was missing was the soundtrack! I could easily picture wealthy young Doris, dolled up in A-line dresses, high heels and red lipstick, looking like The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel. I could imagine myself wandering the library with her at her beloved Magnolia Castle, or climbing the hillside to look across the whole town of Harrogate.
Dushica’s tale is woven full of beautiful prose and poignant moments, as Doris finds herself torn from the first love of her childhood, unable to find him again as the years go by. She goes through a series of other relationships, but none are able to compare to the tender love of youth. Until she meets Edward Brown. He’s confident, handsome, successful, unlike any man she’s ever met, and yet somehow, he reminds her so much of her childhood sweetheart, Victor. She never thought she could fall in love a second time, yet she finds herself inexplicably drawn to his magnetic personality, and her heart can’t help but burst into flame. But there are family secrets entangling her life and Edward’s, and when those come to light, his betrayal shatters all the trust she held for him and causes her to doubt that love ever held any promise for her. Can she make a new life for herself free from the duplicity and deception that has shrouded her entire life and manipulated her destiny? Can she love again after heartbreak has destroyed her hope? Will she ever learn what happened to the poor young man who sold strawberries and read poetry to her in a quiet village in England so many years ago?
A must-read book!
September 16, 2020
I received a copy of this story with no strings attached. It was translated from the Serbian by Eli Gilic. The author, "Dushica Labovich is a Montenegrian writer. She is a professor of philosophy and psychology." Considering many of the deep thoughts within this story I would say that the latter profession does not surprise me, at all. I do have to add, however, that the translation has some misspellings and grammatical errors, i.e., worse verb tenses, missing letter, etc.
As the story begins we learn (as the author's blurb tells us) that the main character of this story, Doris Rose, is burying her husband. However, she is dressed in festive colors vs. the black most attendees are wearing. She then relates to her granddaughter, Elizabeth, that she will now tell Elizabeth her love story, her life story.
Doris was reared as the daughter of a rich and powerful man. This "father" adored her and spoiled her, even giving her a castle, Magnolia, to dwell in. Doris relates however, that this man also kept mistresses. Part of her story has time spent in Harrogate, the town of her father's youth. It is there that she meets an impoverished man and his sister and falls in love. That love is never acknowledged aloud by either. She spends time with him but as a young girl has no control over comings and goings and loses track of this "first love".
We learn that as a young adult a marriage was arranged for which the groom doesn't appear. This doesn't seem to affect her deeply.
Further, as Doris has now reached maturity she becomes a writer and goes to work in her father's publishing company, British Minutes. There she meets her father's assistant, Edward Brown. Much of the story relates an on again-and-off again relationship with this enigmatic man. At times he is silent and she seems to read emotions by observing his mien. At other times she hears rumors about his life but at no time does he open up and fill her in on his background, his life. He is a mystery for much of the story, even as in the end she learns that he is to marry.
Doris' story tells us of betrayals in her life. These are not minor events. They turn her world upside down. She leaves London, the company for which she was working, and takes up residence in Stanmer, a village outside Brighton. There she makes new friends and begins to write a novel. As the story progresses some of these friends turn out to be in some way acquainted with others in her life, in ironic ways.
You may notice, as I did, that Doris never names her deceased husband and we are left to ponder if it could be this Edward Brown or even Victor from her youth. There is also the possibility it is Bill Hollins, a coworker, who offers marriage at one point in the tale. (It is "waiting for the other shoe to drop"; so to speak.)
This story offers many deep thoughts about life, about fate, about love and relationships. Doris does find happiness in the end but the journey has many twists, many ups and downs. And as she travels through life there is more than one person who is watching and wanting more for her than life seems to have handed her.
This story had a slow start for me but as the story went on it did capture my attention and had me turning pages waiting for the next reveal in Doris' life.
As the story begins we learn (as the author's blurb tells us) that the main character of this story, Doris Rose, is burying her husband. However, she is dressed in festive colors vs. the black most attendees are wearing. She then relates to her granddaughter, Elizabeth, that she will now tell Elizabeth her love story, her life story.
Doris was reared as the daughter of a rich and powerful man. This "father" adored her and spoiled her, even giving her a castle, Magnolia, to dwell in. Doris relates however, that this man also kept mistresses. Part of her story has time spent in Harrogate, the town of her father's youth. It is there that she meets an impoverished man and his sister and falls in love. That love is never acknowledged aloud by either. She spends time with him but as a young girl has no control over comings and goings and loses track of this "first love".
We learn that as a young adult a marriage was arranged for which the groom doesn't appear. This doesn't seem to affect her deeply.
Further, as Doris has now reached maturity she becomes a writer and goes to work in her father's publishing company, British Minutes. There she meets her father's assistant, Edward Brown. Much of the story relates an on again-and-off again relationship with this enigmatic man. At times he is silent and she seems to read emotions by observing his mien. At other times she hears rumors about his life but at no time does he open up and fill her in on his background, his life. He is a mystery for much of the story, even as in the end she learns that he is to marry.
Doris' story tells us of betrayals in her life. These are not minor events. They turn her world upside down. She leaves London, the company for which she was working, and takes up residence in Stanmer, a village outside Brighton. There she makes new friends and begins to write a novel. As the story progresses some of these friends turn out to be in some way acquainted with others in her life, in ironic ways.
You may notice, as I did, that Doris never names her deceased husband and we are left to ponder if it could be this Edward Brown or even Victor from her youth. There is also the possibility it is Bill Hollins, a coworker, who offers marriage at one point in the tale. (It is "waiting for the other shoe to drop"; so to speak.)
This story offers many deep thoughts about life, about fate, about love and relationships. Doris does find happiness in the end but the journey has many twists, many ups and downs. And as she travels through life there is more than one person who is watching and wanting more for her than life seems to have handed her.
This story had a slow start for me but as the story went on it did capture my attention and had me turning pages waiting for the next reveal in Doris' life.
July 21, 2020
3.5 rounded up to 4 stars
September 25, 2020
The heart has its reasons that reason knows nothing of. ~ Blaise Pascal
“Pride and Intentions” is the multi-facet love story of Doris Rose, the daughter of a well-known and extremely wealthy oligarch.
The tale begins late in Doris’ life after the funeral for her husband. Doris recounts her life story and especially her love story to her granddaughter. She begins in her childhood — appropriate because she falls in love as a child. Her family owns several houses including a castle Doris named “Magnolia” which becomes her favorite home.
You learn to like someone when you find out what makes them laugh, but you can never truly love someone until you find out what makes them cry. ~ Author Unknown
She meets Victor during a visit to her father’s childhood home. Victor’s family lives in utter poverty, abandoned by his father. Victor struggles to aid his mother and provide for his sister. His life is pathetic but his soul is poetic. Doris is forever in love.
When her parents take her to live at a different home, Doris is separated from her love. As she grows, she meets other young men, including an older man her parents push her to accept. Throughout her life, Doris compares all men to the lost Victor.
After the death of her father, Doris is shocked to discover the facts of her inheritance. Life as she had known it is over. Doris must adjust her expectations.
“Pride and Intentions” has been translated from the original Serbian. The beauty of the words survived the translation —an excellent translation with a few word errors here and there but not to distraction.
Doris Rose: a woman with a beautiful love and a loving life.
Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same. ~ Flavia Weedn
“Pride and Intentions” is the multi-facet love story of Doris Rose, the daughter of a well-known and extremely wealthy oligarch.
The tale begins late in Doris’ life after the funeral for her husband. Doris recounts her life story and especially her love story to her granddaughter. She begins in her childhood — appropriate because she falls in love as a child. Her family owns several houses including a castle Doris named “Magnolia” which becomes her favorite home.
You learn to like someone when you find out what makes them laugh, but you can never truly love someone until you find out what makes them cry. ~ Author Unknown
She meets Victor during a visit to her father’s childhood home. Victor’s family lives in utter poverty, abandoned by his father. Victor struggles to aid his mother and provide for his sister. His life is pathetic but his soul is poetic. Doris is forever in love.
When her parents take her to live at a different home, Doris is separated from her love. As she grows, she meets other young men, including an older man her parents push her to accept. Throughout her life, Doris compares all men to the lost Victor.
After the death of her father, Doris is shocked to discover the facts of her inheritance. Life as she had known it is over. Doris must adjust her expectations.
“Pride and Intentions” has been translated from the original Serbian. The beauty of the words survived the translation —an excellent translation with a few word errors here and there but not to distraction.
Doris Rose: a woman with a beautiful love and a loving life.
Some people come into our lives and quickly go. Some stay for a while, leave footprints on our hearts, and we are never, ever the same. ~ Flavia Weedn
June 1, 2020
I was surprised when I heard that Labovich wrote a love story since her earlier books - which I love! - are little pearls of wisdom. Yet Pride and Intentions didn't disappoint me since the sentences are full of poetry and wisdom, so much more than just a love story. And it is based on Pride and Prejudice - how cool is that! Long story short, I really enjoyed it and recommend it wholeheartedly.
January 24, 2021
This is something a bit different. Although I was interested in reading it as its Pride and Prejudice inspired, it has a feel about it that also reminded me of Romeo and Juliette the and also of Wuthering Heights. The style of writing is really interesting. We meet Doris in her twilight years at the burial of her husband whom she adored. She tells her life story to her granddaughter, Elizabeth. Its a very reflective story, lots of philiopsy and looks at how she experienced events at the time but also how she came to see them after with the benefit if hindsight and experience. I can't think of any other book I've read that does this but its a really interesting way of story telling and I found myself reflecting on events from my own life in the same way... anyway...
This is primarily a story about Doris- rich and spoiled she lives in a castle with her parents. She is very protected by her parents but forms a friendship with Victor. Victor is from a very poor family and the friendship frowned upon by her parents. As she ages, Doris has sporadic contact with Victor. As an adult, following a dramatic change in circumstances and perceived betrayal on the part of her parents, Doris is free to find Victor and believes he is her true love... but she can't find him. Its the 1950's... she can't look him up on Facebook!! Over the years she meets others - Bill Hollins and the broody Edward Brown - her relationship with both is complex made worse by her belief that she can only ever love Victor.
There are some real twists and turns in this book. The massive plot twist at the beginning I didn't see coming! I really enjoyed the first half of the book - its very philosophical and reflective... I don't know why but I lost interest about half way through but it gathers steam again before the end. I thought the ending was a little sudden. This is book is translated from Serbian but is set in England. The translation isn't perfect but it is pretty good and any errors weren't too distracting.
This is primarily a story about Doris- rich and spoiled she lives in a castle with her parents. She is very protected by her parents but forms a friendship with Victor. Victor is from a very poor family and the friendship frowned upon by her parents. As she ages, Doris has sporadic contact with Victor. As an adult, following a dramatic change in circumstances and perceived betrayal on the part of her parents, Doris is free to find Victor and believes he is her true love... but she can't find him. Its the 1950's... she can't look him up on Facebook!! Over the years she meets others - Bill Hollins and the broody Edward Brown - her relationship with both is complex made worse by her belief that she can only ever love Victor.
There are some real twists and turns in this book. The massive plot twist at the beginning I didn't see coming! I really enjoyed the first half of the book - its very philosophical and reflective... I don't know why but I lost interest about half way through but it gathers steam again before the end. I thought the ending was a little sudden. This is book is translated from Serbian but is set in England. The translation isn't perfect but it is pretty good and any errors weren't too distracting.
May 3, 2020
Another Dushica's new book that impressed me!
All the books are great, but "Pride and intentions" is special.
I enjoy reading Your books and I would recommend everyone to read.
Congratulations!
All the books are great, but "Pride and intentions" is special.
I enjoy reading Your books and I would recommend everyone to read.
Congratulations!
May 5, 2020
I’ve read this novel in original language, but believe in the English it sounds even better. This is the rare case when a sentimental novel is built not on misunderstandings and all kinds of surprises (when the situation changes according to the “suddenly” principle), but on subtle psychology, on the spiritual qualities of characters, which in many ways - the fruit of education, acquired beliefs and prejudices imposed by society. Bravo! I highly recommend reading the book. You’ll get ocean of pleasure from this beautiful written romantic story
February 5, 2021
1953, Jessie (dog) had knocked Doris Rose (12, daughter, narrator) down & Victor (brother) & Patty (sister) apologized.
1957, Harrogate. Victor informed Doris Rose Patty is in a Catholic school in Cambridge.
Mr. Gordon James had asked Doris (20) to dine with him.
Mr. Edward “EB” Brown also ask her out.
Laura (journalist, Oxford U; English language/literature) & her brother Mark were celebrating her 24th birthday.
Later, the wedding was scheduled for spring.
We all found out the groom has an ex-wife & 2 children.
Mr. Ronald Rose (English/Spanish, husband/father, great-grandfather businessman) & Mrs. Sheila Rose (wife/mother, great-grandmother) were astounded.
Mrs. Sheila Rose (wife/mother, great-grandmother), Mrs. Doris (Grandmother), Laura (BFF), Doris’s daughter, Elizabeth (Doris’s Granddaughter), & Paul were attending Mr. Ronald Rose (English/Spanish, husband/father, great-grandfather businessman) funeral, in a drizzle.
Mr. Brian Holmes (Ronald’s/British Minutes co. lawyer) announced Mr. Ronald Rose’s only heir is Mr. Edward Victor Brown (legitimate son, wealthy/successful businessman).
Doris Rose couldn’t believe what she had just heard.
Stanmer village. Doris called Mrs. Sheila Rose.
Mrs. Emma Stanford (50+, wealthy) introduced Doris to Paul Stanford (son, Cambridge U; scientific research).
He took her to Theresa Sterling’s (English) grand dinner.
What did the letter say to Doris from Laura?
Rochester Castle. Christmas time. Patricia Brown (sister, horse rider) invited Doris for the holiday.
Longwood Publishing House Notting Hill, London, England. Mr. Longwood greeted Mr. Bill Hollins & Doris when they arrived.
What would he think of Doris’ Signature of Love manuscript?
I do not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing free books from publishers & authors. Therefore, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
An awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very professionally written family drama book. It was quite easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters & facts to keep track of. This could also make another great family drama movie, or better yet a mini-TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is an amazingly easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free Author (s); Goodreads; Making Connections; Making Connections discussion group talk; PDF; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
1957, Harrogate. Victor informed Doris Rose Patty is in a Catholic school in Cambridge.
Mr. Gordon James had asked Doris (20) to dine with him.
Mr. Edward “EB” Brown also ask her out.
Laura (journalist, Oxford U; English language/literature) & her brother Mark were celebrating her 24th birthday.
Later, the wedding was scheduled for spring.
We all found out the groom has an ex-wife & 2 children.
Mr. Ronald Rose (English/Spanish, husband/father, great-grandfather businessman) & Mrs. Sheila Rose (wife/mother, great-grandmother) were astounded.
Mrs. Sheila Rose (wife/mother, great-grandmother), Mrs. Doris (Grandmother), Laura (BFF), Doris’s daughter, Elizabeth (Doris’s Granddaughter), & Paul were attending Mr. Ronald Rose (English/Spanish, husband/father, great-grandfather businessman) funeral, in a drizzle.
Mr. Brian Holmes (Ronald’s/British Minutes co. lawyer) announced Mr. Ronald Rose’s only heir is Mr. Edward Victor Brown (legitimate son, wealthy/successful businessman).
Doris Rose couldn’t believe what she had just heard.
Stanmer village. Doris called Mrs. Sheila Rose.
Mrs. Emma Stanford (50+, wealthy) introduced Doris to Paul Stanford (son, Cambridge U; scientific research).
He took her to Theresa Sterling’s (English) grand dinner.
What did the letter say to Doris from Laura?
Rochester Castle. Christmas time. Patricia Brown (sister, horse rider) invited Doris for the holiday.
Longwood Publishing House Notting Hill, London, England. Mr. Longwood greeted Mr. Bill Hollins & Doris when they arrived.
What would he think of Doris’ Signature of Love manuscript?
I do not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing free books from publishers & authors. Therefore, I am under no obligation to write a positive review, only an honest one.
An awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very professionally written family drama book. It was quite easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a great set of unique characters & facts to keep track of. This could also make another great family drama movie, or better yet a mini-TV series. There is no doubt in my mind this is an amazingly easy rating of 5 stars.
Thank you for the free Author (s); Goodreads; Making Connections; Making Connections discussion group talk; PDF; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
July 31, 2020
Captivating and beautiful
This book is about the journey of forgiveness, is about love, disappointment, hate, and overcoming hardships. A story that will captivate you from the first moment and will keep you engaged until the end.
Doris Rose, the protagonist of this story, takes us to a marvellous journey about her true love, her first love, her youth's love. Then, we found a critical dilemma. Is love as magical as they say? Can love overcome the hurt and hatred? Can Doris do it?
This story was so beautiful, enchanting, immensely intriguing and engaging. I couldn't stop reading. It hooked from the first moment till the end. You know it's a good book when you don't want it to end. That happened to me with Pride and Intentions.
I must say I loved everything about this novel. Dushica Labovich writes in such a special way so smooth, poetic and romantic. You don't even realise how the story unfolds, it's not awkward or clumsy. Actually, is the absolute opposite, couldn't be further than that.
The characters were quite lovely. I liked that they weren't so perfect or unrealistic. They were real and human, their feelings were human. The plot was very engaging and intriguing with good twists. Also, I loved the charming period where the story unfolds. It adds a special touch to the story.
The only thing I could point out is that I would have loved to see more of Doris and him (I don't want to give any spoilers). Other than that, this was a lovely, enchanting and heartwarming book. I experienced many emotions along with Doris sadness, happiness, confusion and relief.
I recommend this book to everyone that likes romance, drama and honestly anyone that likes to read. This book should be more known.
I want to thank Dushica Labovich for kindly give me a complimentary copy of this book for an honest review.
This book is about the journey of forgiveness, is about love, disappointment, hate, and overcoming hardships. A story that will captivate you from the first moment and will keep you engaged until the end.
Doris Rose, the protagonist of this story, takes us to a marvellous journey about her true love, her first love, her youth's love. Then, we found a critical dilemma. Is love as magical as they say? Can love overcome the hurt and hatred? Can Doris do it?
This story was so beautiful, enchanting, immensely intriguing and engaging. I couldn't stop reading. It hooked from the first moment till the end. You know it's a good book when you don't want it to end. That happened to me with Pride and Intentions.
I must say I loved everything about this novel. Dushica Labovich writes in such a special way so smooth, poetic and romantic. You don't even realise how the story unfolds, it's not awkward or clumsy. Actually, is the absolute opposite, couldn't be further than that.
The characters were quite lovely. I liked that they weren't so perfect or unrealistic. They were real and human, their feelings were human. The plot was very engaging and intriguing with good twists. Also, I loved the charming period where the story unfolds. It adds a special touch to the story.
The only thing I could point out is that I would have loved to see more of Doris and him (I don't want to give any spoilers). Other than that, this was a lovely, enchanting and heartwarming book. I experienced many emotions along with Doris sadness, happiness, confusion and relief.
I recommend this book to everyone that likes romance, drama and honestly anyone that likes to read. This book should be more known.
I want to thank Dushica Labovich for kindly give me a complimentary copy of this book for an honest review.
June 3, 2020
Personal feedback. I want to share with my personal acquaintance with this talented writer, a meter of beautiful children and just a bright person. My acquaintance took place in 2018 and immediately it attracted my attention. A mysterious energy came from Duschitsa Labovic, enchanting wisdom in her words and was pleasantly surprised when she found out that she was a writer. My first acquaintance with her work began with the book Enso. The book captured from the first page. The author sends you on a trip to your world, personal for everyone, opens his eyes to many things, you start to look at some things differently. I am very grateful for this!
My long-awaited book “Pride and Prejudice” has recently been published, while I'm at the dating stage, since my English does not allow me to appreciate her book. Like many Russian-speaking fans, her work is waiting for a translation into Russian. It is very interesting to read in her performance. I wish you creative success!
My long-awaited book “Pride and Prejudice” has recently been published, while I'm at the dating stage, since my English does not allow me to appreciate her book. Like many Russian-speaking fans, her work is waiting for a translation into Russian. It is very interesting to read in her performance. I wish you creative success!
June 11, 2020
"Running away from something that breaks us means running from what can heal us too. Remember that!"
This book exceeded all my expectations! It is one of those books that makes you want to read it non stop. The story is amazing, the way the author used her words to describe the events of this stunning love story surprised me. Such simple words would actually affect you in so many different ways. Its simplicity yet breathtaking events shocked me.
Even though it is a romantic novel, i was so happy by the fact that it contained life lessons that are real and honest and from our day to day life. The way those words could affect you and change the way you think about love is phenomenal.
And that ENDING!! There is no words that can give it its justice.
I got the Arc for this book and i am so thankful for it. I was more than blessed to be able to read such an Astonishing book!
Highly recommend it!! Stop everything you're doing and start reading, you won't regret it!!
I loved it!!
This book exceeded all my expectations! It is one of those books that makes you want to read it non stop. The story is amazing, the way the author used her words to describe the events of this stunning love story surprised me. Such simple words would actually affect you in so many different ways. Its simplicity yet breathtaking events shocked me.
Even though it is a romantic novel, i was so happy by the fact that it contained life lessons that are real and honest and from our day to day life. The way those words could affect you and change the way you think about love is phenomenal.
And that ENDING!! There is no words that can give it its justice.
I got the Arc for this book and i am so thankful for it. I was more than blessed to be able to read such an Astonishing book!
Highly recommend it!! Stop everything you're doing and start reading, you won't regret it!!
I loved it!!
May 3, 2020
I read all Labovich's books and this one left me speechless.. The beautiful story about love, life and betrayal, about expectations and reality, full of emotions and thrill. I read it in just one day, in a breathe! Would recommend it to anyone who's into amazingly written novels.
May 3, 2020
Perfect book, you don't want to drop it by the end.(I read it in Serbian)
May 3, 2020
I enjoyed reading this book. Thank you, my recommendation 👌🏼
December 24, 2020
Wonderful
A truly intriguing story of a love that is eternal, fraught with deception in the name of love. Beautifully written and hard to put down.
A truly intriguing story of a love that is eternal, fraught with deception in the name of love. Beautifully written and hard to put down.
June 3, 2020
I just finished reading "PRIDE AND INTENTIONS". What a wonderful book! A heartbreaking love story that reminded me of "The Notebook" on first impression. It happens in the middle of the 20th century. A story of a great love that can happen only once in a lifetime, a story every woman believes in :)
However, the very title of the book refers to Austen. The character of the main heroine is really reminiscent of the character of Elizabeth Bennet from "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen, and here we go! We have a completely new and original love story between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, but in an original way that is completely different from Austen’s concept and style of writing. That is what gives a special element to this amazing story!
I recommend this book to all lovers of good love stories.
However, the very title of the book refers to Austen. The character of the main heroine is really reminiscent of the character of Elizabeth Bennet from "Pride and Prejudice" by Jane Austen, and here we go! We have a completely new and original love story between Elizabeth and Mr. Darcy, but in an original way that is completely different from Austen’s concept and style of writing. That is what gives a special element to this amazing story!
I recommend this book to all lovers of good love stories.
June 16, 2021
This is my first time reading this author, but I know it won't be my last. I started this book, expecting it to be a Pride and Prejudice retelling. It was so much more! It was beautifully written with elements of Pride and Prejudice, definitely, but it was also similar in theme to the Notebook. Pride and Intentions is such a bittersweet tale of love and hate and the thin line between the two, of true friendships and false friends, and of how parents can leave the most devastingly lasting consequences with their children.This story is such a tale, as told by Doris to her granddaughter. I loved it, but I had so much more that I wanted to know of Doris and her life with her family ---especially once she had found her one true love. I know that it is a very special book when I tell my husband about the book and he asks me what is happening in the book as I read. WARNING: Keep a box of tissue close by, though.
April 16, 2021
Captivating
Kept my interest through the entire read. Ending so very satisfying...Doris finally found love fulfilled. If we could all be as lucky!
Kept my interest through the entire read. Ending so very satisfying...Doris finally found love fulfilled. If we could all be as lucky!
November 1, 2020
I was offered to read the English version of this and when I seen the cover and read the synopsis, I was hooked. I had to check it out.
The story follows Doris Rose who is the daughter of an English oligarch who cannot forget the young man who stole her heart years ago. The two are torn apart because of her parents. Time goes by but a miracle will happen. He has become one of the richest men in England and she has walked away from her parents and their wealth to make a name for herself and earn her own way in the world. Will the two find each other and finally stay together? Or will wealth and hatred keep them apart.
This was short, but it worked for the story.
I did feel the beginning dragged a little bit. It took a couple of chapters for me to really become invested in our characters. However, after a certain event, I became hooked and had to know how it was all going to end!
Poor young love! I felt for them. I GET that her parent's didn't want her to marry a poor person and they didn't fully trust him or think he was good enough....but....c'mon guys...let them love each other.
The world can cruel...especially because of society and the stupid rules. We know they will find love eventually and someday, but I was so nervous because I had no idea how they were going to put aside their differences and find each other again.
This is inspired by Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' but it is its own story. There are some parallels here and there but on a whole the characters and story have a different path. I liked how the author did this. You can see the parallels scattered around, but this was a fresh of breath air for me. I enjoyed it!
I LOVED the last scene of the story. It brought a little tear of joy to my eye. It was a wonderful way to end the story.
All-in-all, I really did enjoy this. The beginning was a little slow in pulling me in, BUT once I was hooked I was indeed hooked and could NOT put this down. I'll give this 4 stars.
The story follows Doris Rose who is the daughter of an English oligarch who cannot forget the young man who stole her heart years ago. The two are torn apart because of her parents. Time goes by but a miracle will happen. He has become one of the richest men in England and she has walked away from her parents and their wealth to make a name for herself and earn her own way in the world. Will the two find each other and finally stay together? Or will wealth and hatred keep them apart.
This was short, but it worked for the story.
I did feel the beginning dragged a little bit. It took a couple of chapters for me to really become invested in our characters. However, after a certain event, I became hooked and had to know how it was all going to end!
Poor young love! I felt for them. I GET that her parent's didn't want her to marry a poor person and they didn't fully trust him or think he was good enough....but....c'mon guys...let them love each other.
The world can cruel...especially because of society and the stupid rules. We know they will find love eventually and someday, but I was so nervous because I had no idea how they were going to put aside their differences and find each other again.
This is inspired by Austen's 'Pride and Prejudice' but it is its own story. There are some parallels here and there but on a whole the characters and story have a different path. I liked how the author did this. You can see the parallels scattered around, but this was a fresh of breath air for me. I enjoyed it!
I LOVED the last scene of the story. It brought a little tear of joy to my eye. It was a wonderful way to end the story.
All-in-all, I really did enjoy this. The beginning was a little slow in pulling me in, BUT once I was hooked I was indeed hooked and could NOT put this down. I'll give this 4 stars.
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September 20, 2020I received a free copy of this novel from the author in exchange for a review. I thank her for her generosity.
That said, I did struggle to get into this book. I was excited by the premise, but found the protagonist to be whiny and superficial throughout the book. While she was talking to her granddaughter, I was hoping there would be more “showing” and less dialogue. It felt a lot like reading a women’s thoughts without any way to visualize them (like, I don’t really know what the characters looked like). The story is set in the 1950s and later, but sometimes the style of writing made me believe the story was set in the 1800s. A lot of potential in this novel, and I started to enjoy it near the end, but I felt like a lot of the twists just “happened” with no build up or believability. I could predict Edward Brown’s connection to Doris pretty quickly, though I wished there had been more development of their relationship.
This book may be great for some, but the style just wasn’t my cup of tea. I would give this novel 2 stars.
That said, I did struggle to get into this book. I was excited by the premise, but found the protagonist to be whiny and superficial throughout the book. While she was talking to her granddaughter, I was hoping there would be more “showing” and less dialogue. It felt a lot like reading a women’s thoughts without any way to visualize them (like, I don’t really know what the characters looked like). The story is set in the 1950s and later, but sometimes the style of writing made me believe the story was set in the 1800s. A lot of potential in this novel, and I started to enjoy it near the end, but I felt like a lot of the twists just “happened” with no build up or believability. I could predict Edward Brown’s connection to Doris pretty quickly, though I wished there had been more development of their relationship.
This book may be great for some, but the style just wasn’t my cup of tea. I would give this novel 2 stars.
October 21, 2020
Interesting story
I thought that this story was a Pride and Prejudice adaptation but it's definitely NOT. A woman tells her story to her granddaughter after her husband's funeral. It's a disjointed tale that jumps around a bit in the early chapters. Doris is the rich daughter of a media mogul in the 1950' where her parents have parties and are having fun. Doris meets a poor young man and over the years has a relationship with him as friends until her parents separate them. I'm having trouble actually understanding much of this story. I recognize a character easily but the writer spends too many chapters before Doris recognizes her old friend.
I thought that this story was a Pride and Prejudice adaptation but it's definitely NOT. A woman tells her story to her granddaughter after her husband's funeral. It's a disjointed tale that jumps around a bit in the early chapters. Doris is the rich daughter of a media mogul in the 1950' where her parents have parties and are having fun. Doris meets a poor young man and over the years has a relationship with him as friends until her parents separate them. I'm having trouble actually understanding much of this story. I recognize a character easily but the writer spends too many chapters before Doris recognizes her old friend.
July 20, 2020
An interesting idea, Persuasion meets Pride and Prejudice taking place in the 1950s.
November 24, 2020
It's good
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