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carlacbarroso's review against another edition
3.0
No doubt this was the story by Nora Roberts that I most enjoyed so far, even though the romance continues to seem forced as in the other books I had the opportunity to read.
The ingredients are almost the same, a writer is looking for inspiration to finish his/her literary work (although in this book the writer is also a policeman), so he/she moves into the home of a member of the opposite sex to whom he/she feels attracted to. He/she fights against it, but the other character isn't indifferent to he/she qualities, leading invariably to sex and to the question: are they able to overcome their their uncertainty and social barriers in order to stay together? However, in this book we have some mystery, apart from that formula, and that's what pleased me most. I found it very neatly done even if it was of simple resolution. It's no Agatha Christie but it entertained me more than the novels I read before. There may be hope for this author and me.
By the way, just a question for anyone who is a fan of Nora Roberts. Does she only writes about authors? I found that romance formula in three books by two different publishers so far, it is exactly the same. Does she ever changes her characters jobs? O_o
The ingredients are almost the same, a writer is looking for inspiration to finish his/her literary work (although in this book the writer is also a policeman), so he/she moves into the home of a member of the opposite sex to whom he/she feels attracted to. He/she fights against it, but the other character isn't indifferent to he/she qualities, leading invariably to sex and to the question: are they able to overcome their their uncertainty and social barriers in order to stay together? However, in this book we have some mystery, apart from that formula, and that's what pleased me most. I found it very neatly done even if it was of simple resolution. It's no Agatha Christie but it entertained me more than the novels I read before. There may be hope for this author and me.
By the way, just a question for anyone who is a fan of Nora Roberts. Does she only writes about authors? I found that romance formula in three books by two different publishers so far, it is exactly the same. Does she ever changes her characters jobs? O_o
vaniaasantos's review against another edition
5.0
Mais uma pequena história pertencente ao livro Do Fundo do Coração. Com a escrita inconfundível de Nora Roberts, adorei uma vez mais.
leedigesu's review against another edition
2.0
Could've been a 3 but the mystery dragged way too much.
sylviep's review against another edition
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
nell163's review against another edition
5.0
Grate Book, good story and Love the characters. It was good till the end!!!
suze_1624's review against another edition
3.0
With an original published date in 1984, this is an early Nora Roberts and it is a product of the times. Both in the actions of characters and the style of writing. Having been a Nora fan for a good few years it is interesting to have read one of these earlier books to see how much has changed in her story telling and still how much is the same.
Jess is a bit TSTL at times which always annoys me in any story and I think the more modern heroines she writes are not quite so bad. Independent lady who knows her own mind is a common trait even now. And Slade, the archetypal gumshoe here s still the same good, caring but gruff hero we come to expect.
But ultimately the dated, Mills and Boon feel didn't grab me as much as I'd hoped, so good not great.
Jess is a bit TSTL at times which always annoys me in any story and I think the more modern heroines she writes are not quite so bad. Independent lady who knows her own mind is a common trait even now. And Slade, the archetypal gumshoe here s still the same good, caring but gruff hero we come to expect.
But ultimately the dated, Mills and Boon feel didn't grab me as much as I'd hoped, so good not great.
marjolaine_lafreniere's review against another edition
DNF. Another story I feel I've read 100 times before. I'm bored.
ssejig's review against another edition
3.0
Such a 90s Harlequin Romance. SUCH an example. But, read in that light, a fast and fun read.
Jessica Winslow is a ditzy heiress who runs a highly successful antiques shop. One that is also successful in importing stolen items. Which is why Seargeant James "Slade" Sladerman (who would rather be a writer) is assigned to watch her. Is she the smuggler or is it one of her employees?
Of course, they fall in Lurv. Along with the usual "I'm not good enough for him/her for [insert Reasons]." But, whatever. Read it with a grain of salt (for goodness sake, Slade is doing some Super Important Sleuthing while smoking) and just enjoy the ride.
Jessica Winslow is a ditzy heiress who runs a highly successful antiques shop. One that is also successful in importing stolen items. Which is why Seargeant James "Slade" Sladerman (who would rather be a writer) is assigned to watch her. Is she the smuggler or is it one of her employees?
Of course, they fall in Lurv. Along with the usual "I'm not good enough for him/her for [insert Reasons]." But, whatever. Read it with a grain of salt (for goodness sake, Slade is doing some Super Important Sleuthing while smoking) and just enjoy the ride.