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jscarpa14's review
4.0
I could related to Hayley the most out of any of this trio because I understand what it's like to be a young single mom and the fear in entering into any relationship when you still have a child toddling around in diapers. While the ending of this trilogy, at least the final scenes, seemed a little rushed and somewhat anti-climatic, the rest of the novel wasn't just lyrical, but the type of story you can't put down or turn away from. Roberts ups the ante even more in the third trilogy book by not just having a ghost that can manifest and cause damage, but by giving that ghost the power to slip into another's body. It was more chilling than any of the other stories in this trilogy because of that added invasion into Hayley's body which I enjoyed. Over all while it's not my favorite of Robert's trilogies, it's a good trilogy and an enjoyable read.
jayfr's review
3.0
Oh.. Is that it?
The ending felt rather abrupt after the two previous books building up to it. I admit to being a little disappointed.
The ending felt rather abrupt after the two previous books building up to it. I admit to being a little disappointed.
lacewing's review against another edition
emotional
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
msripley's review
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.25
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Red Lily
3 Stars
At Harper House, Hayley Phillips has found a home and a family for herself and her small daughter, Lily. But Hayley feels restless and unsettled, primarily due to her growing attraction to Harper Ashby - the oldest son of her friend and employer. Unfortunately, the house's resident ghost isn't at all pleased with the development of Hayley and Harper's relationship. Will the truth about her past finally be revealed and enable Hayley and Harper to find happiness together?
Of the three romances in the series, Harper and Hayley's is the best. They have great chemistry and their feelings for one another are believable. The connection between Harper and baby Lily is particularly engaging.
While there is still some focus on the horticultural themes, they definitely take a back seat to the revelations regarding the identity and fate of the Harper Bride. To be honest, I was expecting a more exciting conclusion to this arc, but it sort of fizzles at the end.
Moreover, as the details about Amelia's life and her actions emerged, I found what little sympathy I had for her dissipate.
All in all, this is not one of Nora's better series and I cannot recommend it for readers new to her work.
3 Stars
At Harper House, Hayley Phillips has found a home and a family for herself and her small daughter, Lily. But Hayley feels restless and unsettled, primarily due to her growing attraction to Harper Ashby - the oldest son of her friend and employer. Unfortunately, the house's resident ghost isn't at all pleased with the development of Hayley and Harper's relationship. Will the truth about her past finally be revealed and enable Hayley and Harper to find happiness together?
Of the three romances in the series, Harper and Hayley's is the best. They have great chemistry and their feelings for one another are believable. The connection between Harper and baby Lily is particularly engaging.
While there is still some focus on the horticultural themes, they definitely take a back seat to the revelations regarding the identity and fate of the Harper Bride. To be honest, I was expecting a more exciting conclusion to this arc, but it sort of fizzles at the end.
Moreover, as the details about Amelia's life and her actions emerged, I found what little sympathy I had for her dissipate.
Spoiler
The fact that she was willing to kill her own child reinforced her selfish and self-absorbed nature. Despite his father's despicable actions, young Reginald was much better off with him than he ever would have been with his mother.All in all, this is not one of Nora's better series and I cannot recommend it for readers new to her work.
sjj169's review
3.0
Cute follow up on a good series. I think the story with Amelia wrapped up too fast but otherwise I liked it.
aminowrimo's review
4.0
The last bits of this book are definitely not something one should read at night without something at one's back to protect from scary ghosts.
… The possession was interesting. Very interesting. And Hayley is probably my favorite of the women. Not sure what to think about Harper, to be honest. I like him and his grafting. And I was a bit surprised when I knew what he was talking about when he was explaining hybridization (I went through a plant phase, same as I did with animals).
Wow. Amelia was twisted. I can't quite get my head around how twisted she was. It's a good foray into twistedness if I ever decide to get into horror and true crime and stuff like that. I don't think I'd ever be able to handle the twistedness for an entire book. But good. Very good.
… The possession was interesting. Very interesting. And Hayley is probably my favorite of the women. Not sure what to think about Harper, to be honest. I like him and his grafting. And I was a bit surprised when I knew what he was talking about when he was explaining hybridization (I went through a plant phase, same as I did with animals).
Wow. Amelia was twisted. I can't quite get my head around how twisted she was. It's a good foray into twistedness if I ever decide to get into horror and true crime and stuff like that. I don't think I'd ever be able to handle the twistedness for an entire book. But good. Very good.
amandaj6's review against another edition
5.0
What a story!
What a story this trilogy has been! Having each couple and then the continuing story of Amelia, it’s been great! I really like Harper and Hayley. I could have a read a nice long epilogue of their happily ever after, lol.
What a story this trilogy has been! Having each couple and then the continuing story of Amelia, it’s been great! I really like Harper and Hayley. I could have a read a nice long epilogue of their happily ever after, lol.