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milkybew's review
5.0
Happily at LAST
This one of the best book I read so far. If the first is great this one is magnificent. It’s a final conclusion of Skye’s adventure and she finally have her happy ending with no loose end. Although, in this book Skye had suffered through several tragedies but it wasn’t so frustrated as the last one which have so many heartbreaking death of her husbands and son. Whilst I felt heartbroken when Naill (Skye’s first love and husband) died I don’t grieve long because Skye will finally have her true mate. I take a break for 2 books after reading 1st book because I knew that Naill will died in this one, so I need a bit of time to disconnect from Naill a bit. However when Skye is finally with Adam I became so overjoyed and so happy of Skye. It’s quite A journey for Skye and feel like I grow with her.
Warning: Bertrice Small books including many sensitive content like rapes (very descriptive) and drugs.
Her book were sensual and including many sex scenes throughout the book.
Last, although this is just second book I read from Bertrice Small but kinda catch her style and from many comments I found out that in her books will usually have strong heroine which will conquer her stories. Although, her books were historical romance genre but the pattern of love is not like others author that heroine will usually end up with her first lover. No… like Skye’s story her first love is Naill but circumstances made them apart, so in usual story we reader will rooted for Naill and most story will end up with Skye and Naill together. But no, not for Bertrice Small book. I have to explain this because I always fear that book I read will have unhappy ending. But let me assure you Skye’s story is a happy ending one (just might not the way must readers expected) and her happy ending is most satisfying one too and as the story go on I came to love Adam (Skye’s True Love) even more than Naill. He’s the one for SKYE.
This one of the best book I read so far. If the first is great this one is magnificent. It’s a final conclusion of Skye’s adventure and she finally have her happy ending with no loose end. Although, in this book Skye had suffered through several tragedies but it wasn’t so frustrated as the last one which have so many heartbreaking death of her husbands and son. Whilst I felt heartbroken when Naill (Skye’s first love and husband) died I don’t grieve long because Skye will finally have her true mate. I take a break for 2 books after reading 1st book because I knew that Naill will died in this one, so I need a bit of time to disconnect from Naill a bit. However when Skye is finally with Adam I became so overjoyed and so happy of Skye. It’s quite A journey for Skye and feel like I grow with her.
Warning: Bertrice Small books including many sensitive content like rapes (very descriptive) and drugs.
Her book were sensual and including many sex scenes throughout the book.
Last, although this is just second book I read from Bertrice Small but kinda catch her style and from many comments I found out that in her books will usually have strong heroine which will conquer her stories. Although, her books were historical romance genre but the pattern of love is not like others author that heroine will usually end up with her first lover. No… like Skye’s story her first love is Naill but circumstances made them apart, so in usual story we reader will rooted for Naill and most story will end up with Skye and Naill together. But no, not for Bertrice Small book. I have to explain this because I always fear that book I read will have unhappy ending. But let me assure you Skye’s story is a happy ending one (just might not the way must readers expected) and her happy ending is most satisfying one too and as the story go on I came to love Adam (Skye’s True Love) even more than Naill. He’s the one for SKYE.
bookworm_anna's review against another edition
1.0
it was waaaay too complicated to dive into and didn't bang enough for me to bother trying.
reenum's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.75
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
soft_girl_era's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Skye O’Malley might be Bertrice Small’s greatest heroine.
🎙️ The audiobook is phenomenal with Justine Eyre smashing the narration!
🎧 Recommended listening speed: 1.7-2
🎙️ The audiobook is phenomenal with Justine Eyre smashing the narration!
🎧 Recommended listening speed: 1.7-2
hijinx_abound's review against another edition
3.0
This is a quintessential historical romance. Lots of drama and heaving bosoms. I must admit that this book had some pretty graphic sex. It was not always consensual, as a character is enslaved.
I read a lot of historical as a teen but I can say if I had gotten this book, I would have been unprepared.
I read a lot of historical as a teen but I can say if I had gotten this book, I would have been unprepared.
books_with_tess's review against another edition
4.0
(2nd read.) I never grow tired of Skye O'Malley.
Though, this one drags on a bit towards the end. It could have been shortened. But, alas, when that last page comes I can't help but love it all to pieces.
Though, this one drags on a bit towards the end. It could have been shortened. But, alas, when that last page comes I can't help but love it all to pieces.
whatathymeitwas's review
3.0
Okay... I'll preface this with the fact that I rarely ever end up reading romance novels. It's really hard for me to find one that has good enough writing in between the steamy scenes to keep me interested, as well as a decent theme.
However, I stumbled on this one when I was a teenager, and got sucked into it. Sure, it's still your typical romance novel, but Bertrice Small has this really amazing talent for writing a more believable historical romance and cutting down a lot on the cheese factor that's prevalent in your more typical (i.e.- Harlequin) stories. Hers are some of the only romance novels I've encountered which enable me to get through more than one chapter. Of course, it gets a little cliche, but for the most part it's tolerable.
Skye's story really drew me in when I read it (about 12 years ago, lol), and I remember her character being surprisingly well etched and defined (for a romance novel). There's enough drama and intrigue to make it fun, not just sap. It's also set in a time period I really enjoy.
However, I stumbled on this one when I was a teenager, and got sucked into it. Sure, it's still your typical romance novel, but Bertrice Small has this really amazing talent for writing a more believable historical romance and cutting down a lot on the cheese factor that's prevalent in your more typical (i.e.- Harlequin) stories. Hers are some of the only romance novels I've encountered which enable me to get through more than one chapter. Of course, it gets a little cliche, but for the most part it's tolerable.
Skye's story really drew me in when I read it (about 12 years ago, lol), and I remember her character being surprisingly well etched and defined (for a romance novel). There's enough drama and intrigue to make it fun, not just sap. It's also set in a time period I really enjoy.
booksuperpower's review against another edition
4.0
All the Sweet Tomorrows by Bertrice Small is a 2004 Ballantine publication.
This book was originally published back in 1984 and is a whopping 600 pages in length if you have the print copy. This is the second book in the Skye O'Malley series.
The opening of this book reminded me of how Skye started out in the first book, and I was not too happy with this set of circumstances, although I was aware something like this was going to happen, I didn't expect it to take place so soon.
Skye finds herself once again widowed and one again betrothed in an arranged marriage. This time the marriage takes place in order for her to keep her son's inheritance in tact and for her to continue to control her fortunes, but once again, the man she marries is abusive and the man she loves dropped the ball so to speak and it takes some time for him to get his ducks in a row and get the love of his life back.
The story starts out on a sad note and for me it set the tone for the first half of the book and well, I was not all that into it. I was not happy with the situation Skye was put in, and not happy with Adam for not stepping up in the first place. But, the second half really picked up and Skye of course lives out a most adventurous and action filled life. She travels far and wide, there is a passionate love story, villains and danger, action and intrigue, making this one yet another epic and sweeping romance.
Keep in mind this is an older 'bodice ripper' book which has been released into digital format. So, these days I like to include a disclaimer when reviewing these older books: These stories are not for the faint of heart, so be warned, there are some pretty rough passages here and there.
If you like strong women who overcome severe adversity without losing their spirit and the men who love them and will do whatever it takes to win them and protect them, if you like pirates, action, steamy sex scenes, and a satisfying happy ever after, then you will find this one thrilling and absorbing.
I think by the story's end the followers of this series will feel content with the knowledge that Skye has found, at long, last the man for her. I think Adam and Skye will live many a long and happy year together.
Overall 3.5 rounded to 4
This book was originally published back in 1984 and is a whopping 600 pages in length if you have the print copy. This is the second book in the Skye O'Malley series.
The opening of this book reminded me of how Skye started out in the first book, and I was not too happy with this set of circumstances, although I was aware something like this was going to happen, I didn't expect it to take place so soon.
Skye finds herself once again widowed and one again betrothed in an arranged marriage. This time the marriage takes place in order for her to keep her son's inheritance in tact and for her to continue to control her fortunes, but once again, the man she marries is abusive and the man she loves dropped the ball so to speak and it takes some time for him to get his ducks in a row and get the love of his life back.
The story starts out on a sad note and for me it set the tone for the first half of the book and well, I was not all that into it. I was not happy with the situation Skye was put in, and not happy with Adam for not stepping up in the first place. But, the second half really picked up and Skye of course lives out a most adventurous and action filled life. She travels far and wide, there is a passionate love story, villains and danger, action and intrigue, making this one yet another epic and sweeping romance.
Keep in mind this is an older 'bodice ripper' book which has been released into digital format. So, these days I like to include a disclaimer when reviewing these older books: These stories are not for the faint of heart, so be warned, there are some pretty rough passages here and there.
If you like strong women who overcome severe adversity without losing their spirit and the men who love them and will do whatever it takes to win them and protect them, if you like pirates, action, steamy sex scenes, and a satisfying happy ever after, then you will find this one thrilling and absorbing.
I think by the story's end the followers of this series will feel content with the knowledge that Skye has found, at long, last the man for her. I think Adam and Skye will live many a long and happy year together.
Overall 3.5 rounded to 4