Plantation: A Lowcountry Tale

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Now, in this poignant mother-daughter story, Frank evokes a lush plantation in the heart of modern-day South Carolina-where family ties and hidden truths run as deep and dark as the mighty Edisto River...

Dorothea Frank and I share the same literary territory. (Pat Conroy)

Southern womanhood has found a new voice, and it is outrageous, hilarious, relentless and impossible to ignore. (John Berendt)

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Another classic Benton Frank read.......2007-05-04

This was probably one of the better Dot Frank books I have read. Although, I think this book could have been shorter. There were some slow moving parts in the book that I think can be eliminated without taking anything away from the content. I love the humor and the southern flair. (Unique characteristics of the Lowcountry Tales). This book was about Caroline and her family. Caroline and her mother have always had a somewhat strained relationship ever since the death of her father. When Caroline comes home with her son Eric, after leaving her cheating husband in NY, the relationship starts to mend. And later when Lavinia is diagnosed with a terminal illness, Caroline learns how much her mother really did love her. This is a great book if you are interested in southern settings and tradition. I wouldn't have read all of Frank's books if I didn't enjoy them.

Perfect Beach Book.......2007-04-05

Grab this book and hit the beach for some light relaxation. You'll laugh hysterically the whole way through!

Hysterical!.......2007-01-14

This was the first book I read by this author and it was not the last. I laughed and cried through the whole thing. Perfect beach book.

Fast, entertaining read.......2006-08-17

Entertaining fast read with much of the flavor of the South between the pages. Her characters are believeable and ones we can all associate with among our own family members. True southeners will understand and relish this book.

True story??.......2006-07-01

Honestly the pictures were a hoot! Dottie, you should put obits and pictures in all of your books! Loved this one. The characters were so real and so was the plot. I totally understood the mother! I wear my pearls daily, but not all 4 sets at once! This is probably Dottie's best work.

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"Plantation"
Wonderful
Kind of like Lay's potato chips!
My First Book By D. Frank
Suprisingly Engrossing and Entertaining

Plantation (Lowcountry Tales)
Dorothea Benton Frank
Manufacturer: Berkley Trade
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Sullivan's Island: A Lowcountry Tale (Lowcountry Tales (Brilliance Audio))
Isle of Palms
Shem Creek: A Lowcountry Tale (Lowcountry Tales)
Pawleys Island (Lowcountry Tales)
Full of Grace

ASIN: 0425194183
Release Date: 2004-03-02

Book Description

Pat Conroy called Dorothea Benton Frank's debut, Sullivan's Island, "hilarious and wise," while Anne Rivers Siddons declared that it "roars with life." Here, Frank evokes a lush plantation in the heart of modern-day South Carolina-where family ties and hidden truths run as deep and dark as the mighty Edisto River.

Customer Reviews:

"Plantation".......2007-09-30

Having read most of Dorothea Benton's newest books, I was surprised to find "Plantation" on a list. I ordered it immediately. What a thrill. This is just good old Southern reading! You will fall in love with the characters.

Wonderful.......2007-03-30

Great book,as all her books are. I love reading about the low country,something so captivating about the South. This story is great,and keeps you interested all the way through.I never regret reading any of her books.

Kind of like Lay's potato chips!.......2006-07-10

You won't be able to stop at just one! This book gets you involved from page one and at the end, you're just plain sorry it's over! I want to write to Ms. Frank and say "more, more, please! I'm not done with these folks yet!" I enjoy Anne Rivers Siddons books ... if you like that style you'll love Plantation. And like me, will be looking for more of Ms. Frank's work!

My First Book By D. Frank.......2006-05-17

I began reading this and didn't stop until I was finished. Now, this is a thick book but I was so inthralled by the family's story that it was wonderful to read.

I chose this book as I like Pat Conroy and the books about Plantations and beach living. If you have been to Hilton Head, Charleston or any of the low county areas, you will enjoy reading Plantation.

Suprisingly Engrossing and Entertaining.......2004-08-27

This was my first introduction to Dorothea Benton Frank, but it won't be the last book I purchase from her.

This is an endearing and charming tale about a family that is ultimately brought together through a very difficult time. Ms. Frank has the ability to weave humor, folklore, history, and just plan fun throughout the story. I truly found this book to be amazing!

One of my favorite authors is Pat Conroy. I have read all of his books. Ms. Frank seems to share his ability to tell a story and keep his/her audience totally engrossed and comitted to the read.

There are funny, sad, intelligent, nasty, good, sweet, innocent, and centered characters in this book. Ms. Frank has a marvelous ability to bring each character to life and to make the reader feel that this is either someone already known to them or someone you would love to know.

I can't say enough about the beautiful writing that is in this book. I actually cried and am not one to do that freely. So that surprised me a lot. It was worth it. A great author and a great read!

Pawleys Island: A Lowcountry tale (Lowcountry Tales)

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Ludicrous and insulting
Pawley's Island
Ridiculously Fun
Ridiculous but fun
Great book...spoilers

Pawleys Island: A Lowcountry tale (Lowcountry Tales)
Dorothea Benton Frank
Manufacturer: Berkley Hardcover
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Shem Creek: A Lowcountry Tale (Lowcountry Tales)
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Isle of Palms
Full of Grace
Plantation: A Lowcountry Tale

ASIN: 0425202712

Book Description

The Lowcountry comes back to life with this brand-new novel from the New York Times bestselling author of Shem Creek.

When Becca Sims wanders into the beautiful seaside Gallery Valentine hoping to sell some of her watercolors, she has no idea her life is about to be transformed by the gallery's owner and his best friend. With the vivid, unforgettable characters, dreamy Lowcountry setting, and authentically brazen, compulsively readable Southern voice that have made her one of today's greatest storytellers, Dorothea Benton Frank delivers her most extraordinary novel yet.

Customer Reviews:

Ludicrous and insulting .......2007-09-05

One of the most ludicrous books I have recently wasted my time reading. It is insult to anyone from the South, anyone who has gone through a difficult divorce, all psychologists and gay men. The storyline is totally incredible, the dialogue trite. Don't waste your time on this book!

Pawley's Island.......2007-08-15

I didn't enjoy this story as much as I thought I would. The other 2 books I have read were excellent.

Ridiculously Fun.......2007-04-05

Light reading for the beach, this book will entertain and maybe even make you want to take a vacation in North Carolina soon.

Ridiculous but fun.......2007-01-12

The story is totally ridiculous, but as the cover says, it's a good beach read and many parts are very heartwarming.

Great book...spoilers.......2007-01-06

On the South Carolina barrier island of Pawley's Island, former attorney Abigail Thurmond spends most of her days golfing and gossiping with her best friend Huey Valentine.

However, their lives are forever changed by their meeting artist Rebecca Sims.

When Huey and Abigail learn of the recent tragedy of Rebecca's life they insert themselves into her life determined to stand by her and hopefully to make things better. In addition, we get Abigail who after enduring a tragedy of her own finally embraces her life and legal background again.

I love the way Frank switches back and forth between Rebecca and Abigail throughout this novel. Two southern women at different points of their lives, both finding it in them to be strong and fight for what they once loved.

I have to say Frank's writing style will not disappoint, and her descriptions of South Carolina make me want to vacation there soon.

3 Titles By Dorothea Benton Frank Lowcountry Tales Series : Plantation - Isle of Palms - Shem Creek

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3 Titles By Dorothea Benton Frank Lowcountry Tales Series : Plantation - Isle of Palms - Shem Creek
Dorothea Benton Frank
Manufacturer: various
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
ASIN: B000W38EKI

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The Lowcountry Tales Series: Sullivan's Island, Plantation, Isle of Palms, Shem Creek, Pawley's Island (Set of 5 Romance Novels)

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The Lowcountry Tales Series: Sullivan's Island, Plantation, Isle of Palms, Shem Creek, Pawley's Island (Set of 5 Romance Novels)
Dorothea Benton Frank
Manufacturer: Jove
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback

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Plantation A Lowcountry Tale
Dorothea Benton Frank
Manufacturer: Jove Book
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

Book Description

Ellie is young, rich, engaged and in love. These are the carefree days before marriage and new responsibility, and anything goes -- including house-sitting at eccentric Aunt Kate's palatial estate in Burton, Virginia. Ellie feels right at home here with the nearly invisible housekeepers and the plethora of pets, but she soon realizes that there are disturbing secrets about the local aristocracy buried in a dusty old book she has carried into the mansion. And her sudden interest in the past is attracting a slew of unwelcome guests -- some of them living and some, perhaps not. And the terrible vegeance that Ellie and her friends seem to have aroused -- now aimed at them -- surely cannot be...satanic.

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Ellie is young, rich, engaged and in love. These are the carefree days before marriage and new responsibility, and anything goes --including house-sitting at eccentric Aunt Kate's palatial estate in Burton, Virginia. Ellie feels right at home here with the nearly invisible housekeepers and the plethora of pets, but she soon realizes that there are disturbing secrets about the local aristocracy buried in a dusty old book she has carried into the mansion. And her sudden interest in the past is attracting a slew of unwelcome guests -- some of them living and some, perhaps not. And the terrible vegeance that Ellie and her friends seem to have aroused -- now aimed at them -- surely cannot be...satanic.

Customer Reviews:

ehh.. it was all right.......2007-03-11

Fun, nice dialog, nice characters. The story's conclusion just didn't carry much punch for me.

Atmostpheric and Fun.......2005-01-14

I've read this book several times. I love coming back to it after a couple of years and enjoying it all over again. The best thing about Elizabeth Peters/B Michaels is that she creates a cozy atmostphere, with every day occurences (such as eating lunch...sleeping...,) yet, there are not so every day occurences thrown in - ghosts, etc. It makes it feel like is business as usual to suspect that a ghost is inhabiting your house. I just love the atmostphere she creates! She doesn't write these types of books anymore, - not a dynasty - like Amelia (love those too, of course), but these single book stories, and I miss them!

Very Good.......2003-01-07

Ellie has agreed to house sit for her Aunt Kate. Her pompous fiance drives her down to impress the rich old lady, who dislikes him immediately. After Kate's departure with the fiance to the airport. Ellie experiences all kinds of strange manifestations involving the six founding families of the area. A rare book telling of their boring scandals seems to be the trigger. A neighbor agrees to help her solve the mystery. It seems like a practical joke, until an old friend of Kate's gets seriously injured....

This was a very quick read and I enjoyed it thoroughly. I picked it up and didn't stop reading until the last page. The characters are quirky and entertaining. The atmosphere appropriately creepy, and the story line engrossing. A very good read.

A must read!!.......2002-06-30

I found this book to be funny and fast paced. The characters were warm and witty. I absolutely loved Aunt Kate! There is one woman you don't want to mess with:) The whole atmosphere of the book held me spellbound. I finished the book in 1 day. If you have the time it's a worthy read.

A must read!!.......2002-06-30

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Too religious to be sexy!
a good book 1st in the series of Sinclair Brothers
Good book to curl up in front of the fireplace with!
A fun read
Thank Heaven for Devil Sinclair

Devil May Care
George Melanie
Manufacturer: Zebra
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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The Pleasure Seekers

ASIN: 082177008X

Book Description

Every woman of quality knows that Damien Sinclair, Earl of Blackstone, is a notorious rogue. Every woman knows he called the Devil. Only one woman is about to discover that the . . . devil may care. Lady Eden Spencer has been educated in a convent -- and she has every intention of taking her vows. But opposition from her uncle and the Mother Superior convinces Eden that she cannot dedicated her life to goodness when she has no idea what it is like to be . . . well, bad. Eden knows only one made can teach her the ways of the wicked -- Damien Sinclair. Tall, dark, and quite sinfully handsome, Damien agrees to introduce her to London's every vice -- but Eden never suspects that she will introduce this disreputable rake to something even more tempting . . . love.

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Too religious to be sexy!.......2002-11-22

Let me start by saying I liked this book. I certainly didn't love it or became enthralled by it as most reviewers seem to claim. To me the humor was good, especially the dialogues between Reggie and Damian were really hilarious, but otherwise the plot was too contrived. I would also prefer much more, that the revelations about Reggie at the end of the book never took place because it completetely refutes Reggie's character and originality.
The fact that I didn't like at all is the numerous religious arguments appearing in the book. No one seems to mention this fact in their reviews, but if I knew it earlier I would never have bought the book in the first place. I believe they were too many for a romance book and certainly one that claims to have such a hot hero! In accordance to this, the heroine was too good, loving, caring and honest to be true, even for a historical romance where all heroines are always as pure as water. It's the male characters, Damian and Reggie, that keep the story going and the humor floating.
Perhaps, if I hadn't read all those 5 star reviews, I wouldn't feel so disappointed, since it wasn't a bad book anyway but merely an average one.

a good book 1st in the series of Sinclair Brothers.......2002-08-07

I have enjoyed many of Melanie George's books and this was no exception. Its the first of three books about the devilish Sinclair brothers. This one is about the oldest brother Damien. He is a wicked, tall, handsom, rogue that takes on the job of teaching the innocent beauty ...

We get to meet the other brothers briefly and we do gain insight on why the brothers are all "devils". I enjoyed the humor in this book so much that it had me chuckling out loud. The character of Reggie is perfect and quite a suprise. I really lok forward to the others in this series.

Good book to curl up in front of the fireplace with!.......2002-06-05

I simply could not put this book down!

My only regret was that the author did not develop the character of Reggie. Reggie - who pretended to be a popinjay throughout the whole story - ended up marrying a girl, and I still cannot fathom why he would act like a peacock just to spite his father. That was not explained anywhere in the book. Was there some deep-seated hatred between the two?

The heroine was fantastic, the hero dark and brooding enough. Though I would have preferred him to have more of a jealous streak.

A good read. I would recommend buying it, and I would definitely look out for more Melanie George's works.

A fun read.......2002-04-21

I read this book about a week ago and fell in love with it. I hadn't tried Melanie before this, but I'm glad I picked it up. Devil May Care is a light, fast paced read that kept me entertained from beginning to end. Wonderful story. Can't wait to get her next.

Thank Heaven for Devil Sinclair.......2002-04-12

Rich with sensuality and great characters this book shines!!! Simply the best book I've read this year. As an avid reader I continiously search for new and exciting authors-thank you Melanie George. Write more-quickly!! P.S. Richie was fabulous and I found myself laughing out loud. We're "Praying" for more.

The Devil May Care: 50 Intrepid Americans and Their Quest for the Unknown

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The Devil May Care: 50 Intrepid Americans and Their Quest for the Unknown

Manufacturer: Oxford University Press, USA
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0195169220

Book Description

Stripped naked and pursued across cactus-studded plains by a band of armed Blackfoot Indians, John Colter escaped certain death to become the one of the most durable characters in western American history. But Colter's harrowing tale was not beyond the ordinary when compared to the adventures of other American explorers. In The Devil May Care, popular historian and travel writer Tony Horwitz has culled through the American National Biography and selected fifty stirring biographies of adventurers who had no one's footsteps to follow in--and yet contributed enormously to our understanding of the world. Horwitz introduces us to fascinating individuals such as John Ledyard, the first American to see what would become the Pacific Northwest, and Elisha Kent Kane, America's first arctic hero, who stumbled upon an extremely strange remedy for scurvy while icebound off of Ellesmere Island. Having set off into the unknown many times himself as a foreign correspondent, Horwitz brings a subtle sense of humor and a reporter's eye for detail to a collection that offers a glimpse inside the lives of historic Americans who brazenly challenged danger as they pursued their wanderlust to extreme climates and forbidding environments. Beginning with a short essay, Horwitz seeks his own definition of exploration, drawing on some of his research into the voyages of Captain James Cook and considering its larger implications throughout history. Archival photographs as well as a lively and personal introduction to each story by Horwitz further enhance the appeal of a volume that winds its way through several centuries of American exploration, affirming that the best adventure stories are the true ones.

Customer Reviews:

Just OK.......2004-01-17

I am a big fan of Tony Horwitz's work. Confederates in the Attic may be one of my all time favorite books. Having said that, I would not recommend this book. He did not write this book, and that is clear from the first page! This book is really quite dry. It reads like a textbook, but without the depth.

Average accounts.......2004-01-06

A wonderful account of American exploration. From Cabeza De Vaca to Fremont and beyond this book gives quick sketches of Americas great explorers. Although it seems to stop short and seems to miss a few people this book gives a whirlwind tour of adventure, American style.

Rip Off!.......2003-12-27

How disappointing!

My husband and I have been enthralled by Horwitz's earlier works, witty and entertaining while providing insight and education. The Devil May Care is none of the above.

After reading the preface by Horwitz I was anxious to begin. Two paragraphs into the first biography I was puzzled and then as I scanned the book appalled.

"edited" by Tony Horwitz...not "by" him. The writing is dry and frankly boring. While a number of the subjects could be fascinating, they are rendered lifeless and static. My own children wrote with more color and life in Junior High School than the alledged "authors" of these biographies.

Do not waste your money on this book...it might be worth the money in paper-back at the used book store but not before. And shame on Amazon for promoting this as a Horwitz book. It's not.

Devil May Care : A Novel
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Even Devil won't care

Good writing, dumb plot

Great Read

Funny but disappointing ending

Odd but entertaining.
Devil May Care : A Novel
Sheri McInnis
Manufacturer: Atria
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0743464842

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Do you think you could resist temptation? Not a piece of cheesecake. Or another martini. Or a one-night stand. Real temptation. The kind they warn you about in the Bible...

Sally Carpenter is a struggling actress in New York City. She hasn't had a real gig in two years, her agent has stopped returning her phone calls, and she hates her day job. She's just about ready to go home to Wisconsin and finish her psych degree. Then she meets Jack Weaver. Jack's rich, charismatic, gorgeous -- and the president of one of the biggest TV networks in the country. When he starts showing an interest in Sally's career, she's grateful but wary. She's heard rumors about Jack -- he's a bit of a womanizer and ruthless in business. Even so, when he asks her out to dinner, she doesn't say no. Almost immediately, Sally's luck begins to change. Producers are scrambling to hire her, her biggest professional rival lands in the hospital with a mysterious illness, and, best of all, Sally's falling in love with the most wonderful man she's ever met. For the first time in her life, she is happy. Yet she can't shake the feeling that things seem too good to be true. When a series of bizarre coincidences and grisly accidents start happening, Sally finds herself wondering: Has she really met Mr. Right? Or has she fallen for the Devil himself?

Loaded with dead-on comic timing and pitch-perfect dialogue, Devil May Care stars one of the most exuberantly realized heroines in recent years -- not even Bridget Jones had it this bad. Newcomer Sheri McInnis takes us on a journey that will speak to anyone who's ever had to choose between doing what is right and what feels right.

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"Do you think you could resist temptation? Not a piece of cheesecake. Or another martini. Or a one-night stand. Real temptation. The kind they warn you about in the Bible... Sally Carpenter is a struggling actress in New York City. She hasn't had a real gig in two years, her agent has stopped returning her phone calls, and she hates her day job. She's just about ready to go home to Wisconsin and finish her psych degree. Then she meets Jack Weaver. Jack's rich, charismatic, gorgeous -- and the president of one of the biggest TV networks in the country. When he starts showing an interest in Sally's career, she's grateful but wary. She's heard rumors about Jack -- he's a bit of a womanizer and ruthless in business. Even so, when he asks her out to dinner, she doesn't say no. Almost immediately, Sally's luck begins to change. Producers are scrambling to hire her, her biggest professional rival lands in the hospital with a mysterious illness, and, best of all, Sally's falling in love with the most wonderful man she's ever met. For the first time in her life, she is happy. Yet she can't shake the feeling that things seem too good to be true. When a series of bizarre coincidences and grisly accidents start happening, Sally finds herself wondering: Has she really met Mr. Right? Or has she fallen for the Devil himself? Loaded with dead-on comic timing and pitch-perfect dialogue, Devil May Care stars one of the most exuberantly realized heroines in recent years -- not even Bridget Jones had it this bad. Newcomer Sheri McInnis takes us on a journey that will speak to anyone who's ever had to choose between doing what is right and what feels right. "

Customer Reviews:

Even Devil won't care.......2007-09-24

I really enjoyed reading this book at the beginning. Sally is an aspiring actress has no luck getting any roles, her personal life is boring as she is stuck in a relationship without love. Suddenly her luck changes when she meets gorgeous Jack, who happens to be a president of TV network. She unexpectedly gets a role she really wanted...then a part on soap opera. Sparks are flying and she finds herself successful and in love with Jack. While their relationship advances, the series of unfortunate events continue to happen. Accidents and death of people she gets involved with. At this point our main character becomes delusional. She starts questioning her luck and tragic events, associating them with work of Devil. This book started out with a great plot and an interesting style of writing. I was turning pages, waiting for a great development of the story and to find Sally laughing at her accusations, and hopping for "happily ever after" end. Instead I found myself in a mind of delusional character and a very disappointing end.

Good writing, dumb plot.......2006-07-10

I enjoyed Sheri McInnis's writing and style, and up until the "Jack's the devil" bit, I was enjoying the book. Where did that idea come from?? I'd be more inclined to believe that Sally was the devil-- it was the people connected to her who suffered the odd twists of "fate." There really was no plausible reason why she'd go off on that tangent- unless she suffered some kind of a mental breakdown or took some bad drugs! It didn't make sense.
I wish her editor or agent or good friend would have insisted that the "Jack's the devil" bit be changed, or if that's the best plot going, then give me a real solid reason to tell me why she'd think he was. I ended up thinking that not only was Sally a nutjob, but she also lacked the decency to break up with her long-haired loser boyfriend.

The ending was a huge disappointment.
I won't say here how it ends but I was let thinking: That's it? THAT'S how it all ends???? WHY she believed Jack was the devil was never really addressed, and that ruined it for me.

Great Read.......2006-04-16

This is an excellent first novel that goes from laugh-out-loud funny to serious and sinister without effort. The premise that Sally's new love interest might be the Devil himself leads both protagonist and reader to speculate on the true nature of right and wrong.

For me, this was a compelling read--I could hardly put the book down! Rarely have I encountered a novel that touches upon such serious subjects as suicide, death, and evil while simultaneously being great fun and sexy, too. It's a bit like "Rosemary's Baby" mixed with "Bridget Jones' Diary."

The descriptive passages are evocative; for example: "The sky is a strange grayish orange color; it's a color you don't often see, as if a storm's moving in, the kind of color that makes farmers lean on their hoes and peer worriedly up at the sky and say things like "Looks like she's gonna be a doozie."

The Catholic nun Sister Ruth "...had a large jaw and a broad, thin mouth with stiff white bristles above the top lip....Her breath smelled like old-lady things. Hard peppermint candies. Mothballs. Coleslaw."

The love scenes also are nicely written: "Then he pulls out his ponytail, shaking his long hair free. Oh, oh. David always takes his ponytail out when he wants to have sex. The thinks his hair is so irresistible, it's equivalent to foreplay. It's not."

The author's knowledge of the entertainment industry adds welcome realism to the scenes involving agents, auditions, and actors. I enjoyed reading about the ultra-chic restaurants and parties that Sally attended, peopled by real-life stars and made-up ones like "Sabrina Calliope-Clark."

Unlike some reviewers, I found Sally's character likeable and sympathetic. Her tragic childhood and imperfect family help illuminate why she is so anxiety-ridden today. Still, she courageously pursues her dream of being an actress, working in a grimy bookstore to pay the bills while continuing to go to audition after disappointing audition. Her relationship with her boyfriend, a fellow actor, is lukewarm, and she has few close friends or confidants. With all her flaws, she struggles to be a "good" person. Then along comes a powerful man who treats her like a princess, and, understandably, her feelings and loyalties quickly become conflicted.

I do agree that the ending was a little weak, leaving some questions unanswered, which is why I gave the book 4 stars rather than 5. But overall, this is a very worthwhile work of fiction.

Funny but disappointing ending.......2006-01-06

I laughed out loud reading this book until the middle part. I too had hoped that her boyfriend was not the "devil" but from what I gethered in the ending he was. Truly disappointing ending. I would have given it a five had it not been for the ending. How could such a light read become so heavy in the end.

Odd but entertaining........2005-11-20

I enjoyed reading this book up until she thought Jack Weaver was the devil. Every chapter after that was her trying to convince that he was or wasn't the devil. The whole thing revolved around that ans not her career as much as it did in the beginning. Basically the book went from a great read to trash.

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Grendel Tales: The Devil May Care
Matt Wagner , Terry LaBan , and Peter Dohert
Manufacturer: Dark Horse
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While most of humanity has been decimated in the apocalypse, the hunger for sporting events survives and is stronger than ever! It's race time in Indianapolis, and the only thing hotter than the action on the track is the passion boiling outside of the stadium walls. Local Grendel chief Hack has his hands full. Between the volatile visiting Grendel clans tearing up the town, a mysterious vigilante on a Grendel-killing spree, and forces within his own clan that seek to depose him, there's little room for error or emotion. But when he feels himself falling for Dana, the city hospital's headstrong lead physician, he quickly finds things spiraling out of his control. And he's not the only one with problems. Dana's struggling with her delinquent son, desperately trying to keep him away from the very Grendel that she herself is growing ever attracted to. Something's gotta give, in this tragic tale of passion, love, and betrayal.

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Devil May Care
Wade Miller
Manufacturer: Gold Medal
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
ASIN: B000TZ2126

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Devil May Care
Sebastian Faulks
Manufacturer: Doubleday
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Devil May Care
Elizabeth Peters
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Devil May Care
Riley Evans
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ASIN: 097414620X

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Peace, quiet and religion, those Midwest mainstays, are like a quilt covering the unspeakable in Riley Evan's novel, Devil May Care.

Nikki O'Keefe, a field agent for the Kansas State Police, discovers a hidden grave site with the skeletons of six newborn infants. A day later, hunters in a nearby field find the remains of a teenage girl. Investigating these crimes puts Nikki into the path of The Reverend Jack Jackson, an evangelist and body-builder who promotes a gospel of perfect body and perfect soul.

The book is as much about Nikki's frustrations as about the solving of the crimes. She's tangled in romantic conflicts with two men, haunted by guilt about the damage her ambition has done to people she's loved, and thwarted in her career by the sexist policies of her supervisors.

Revered Jack's delusions bring another force into the book. His belief that he is one of God's anointed clashes with his need for money and illicit sex. When he is forced to confront the disasters caused by his preaching and his transgressions, his disillusionment becomes deadly.

Devil May Care
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Devil May Care
Wade Miller
Manufacturer: Gold Medal
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Mass Market Paperback
ASIN: B000MNJOOI

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