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A Single, Numberless Death
Nora Strejilevich , and
Cristina De LA Torre
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Nora Strejilevich was a young woman when her brother and other family members and friends disappeared at the hands of the military junta that held power in Argentina from 1976 to 1983. Ostensibly part of an official campaign to crush a left-wing rebellion, the violence perpetrated by the junta far exceeded anything the leftists ever dreamed of, enveloping not only the revolutionary left but other dissidents and civilians as well, and particularly targeting the Jewish population. A desaparecida herself, Strejilevich survived kidnapping and torture to speak of her experience with a dignified voice and a clear-eyed realism that extends from one end of the political spectrum to the other.
In the first English translation of her elegant fictional memoir Una sola muerte numerosa, Strejilevich combines autobiography, documentary journalism, fiction, and poetry to express the "choir of voices" of the more than 30,000 souls who were imprisoned, abused, and assassinated. She engages the reader in the history of a bloody military coup and state-perpetrated anti-Semitism, exploring themes of exile, identity, and violence. Above all, A Single, Numberless Death is Nora Strejilevich's gripping story of survival.
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Title: Strejilevich, Nora. A Single Numberless Death.(Reseña de libro)
Author: Cynthia Tompkins
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Date: November 1, 2003
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After the death of her husband Cole, Ruby McGavin is shocked to learn that she's inherited part of a cattle ranch in Tokopah County, California. But she's even more surprised to find out that the family he claimed died years ago is very much alive.
Ruby arrives in town intent on simply selling her part of the ranch to the McGavins. But as she comes to know them-in particular the handsome saddlemaker Lucas McGavin-Ruby learns family secrets about her departed husband and his family that make her wonder if she ever really knew Cole.Driven to uncover the whole story, Ruby discovers a legacy of pain and denial.
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Very entertaining.......2007-09-14
As always, Earlene Fowler, kept me entertained and engrossed. It is so refreshing to read a book that actually has a story plot and lifelike characters without resorting to smut and violence as a way of portraying what writers think people want to read. I feel Ms. Fowler brings her characters to life in situations that are real enough that keep me turning pages to find out what happens next. In this book a woman's husband dies and she finds out more about him after his death than she knew while they were together. The ending enables the reader to decide what happens next -- or formulate whatever kind of ending you want.
The Saddlemaker's Wife.......2007-08-28
I loved the story, it was a well written and entertaining story. The characters were believable and the story had a good plot. Would love to read the next one.
Unanswered questions.......2007-06-15
At first I thought I might be disappointed that this wasn't a Benni Harper tale, but was soon relieved of my worries. It's a good, solid book that's well written and fleshed out. There are some things that still bother me even long after finishing the book - and one of my concerns was even addressed by the protagonist within the storyline. Why, if the patriarch of the family could afford to retrofit the structure of the high school (which Ruby even mused must have cost millions), was the family ranch in such dire financial straights? There were no answers and the reader is left to wonder. Why even bring it up if it's not going to be resolved?
Also, editing could have been sharper. Troubling little things like the inconsistency of the name of the diner: on one page it's the Lone Pine then two pages later it's the Wagon Wheel.
But Ms. Fowler is a great read, shortcomings and all.
The Saddlemaker's Wife .......2007-06-13
As usual, Earlene Fowler has a wonderful mystery for us all. I am a
follower of her books, and have enjoyed watching her mature in her writting.
Touching and rewarding.......2007-05-16
I too was initially a little disappointed to discover this was not a Benni Harper book. I empathize with Earlene Fowler's family issues and hope things are going OK for her. It is so thoughtful of Earlene to keep us posted as to the schedule for upcoming books. Anyway, a good writer can create great characters, inside or outside of a series. Because this book is not a mystery but a novel, the focus is more on character than plot. I was totally drawn into the life of Cardinal. I was reading this book on an airplane, and it was a good thing I had a window seat. Several times I had to stare out the window, compose myself and wipe away tears. I would love to see this become a series. Ruby has so much to offer. In many ways, Earlene Fowler's best book - and I adore the Benni Harper series!
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A Cowman's Wife (Degolyer Library Cowboy and Ranch Life, No 2)
Mary Kidder Rak
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One Woman's Adventure.......2001-08-29
A Cowman's Wife is a fasinating account of one woman's adventure in south-western Arizona. Mary Kidder Rak captured this chapter of her life in very personal and humurous terms as well as giving us a glimpse into ranch life in the early 1900's. If you're looking for a book that gives you an up close and personal view of the life of an adventurous woman or of life in the American SW., this is a must read! PS: Check your maps for the ranch Mary and her husband lived on, it's still a landmark!
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A New York Times Bestseller
Set in Wyoming Territory, this is the story of Kinyan Holloway, who has no idea how she's going to survive when her husband is killed in a range accident. Kinyan is torn between the Sioux world where she was raised and her responsibilities to her children and their heritage -- the largest ranch in the Territory. Into her life rides a scarred stranger who's fast with a gun. What he wants is Kinyan Holloway -- and her ranch -- but he can get them only if he defeats a deadly rival and agrees to become a father to three children who want more from him than he's able to give.
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"Dear Reader, Colter's Wife has always held a special place in my heart because I believe it is the first of my novels that fully conveys my love of the magnificent American West -- the breathtaking landscapes, the excitement and danger of the frontier, and the passionate, strong-willed people who built lives in an untamed land. Set in Wyoming Territory, it tells the story of Kinyan Holloway, who has no idea how she's going to survive when her husband is killed in a range accident. Kinyan is torn between the Sioux world where she was raised and her responsibilities to her children and their heritage -- the largest ranch in the Territory. Into her life rides a scarred stranger who's fast with a gun. Benjamin Colter has tried to put vengeance behind him, but the past seems destined to catch up with him. What he wants now is Kinyan Holloway -- and her ranch -- but he can get them only if he defeats a deadly rival and agrees to become a father to three children who want more from him than he's able to give. Enjoy! Joan Johnston "
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GREAT OLD FASHIONED WESTERN!.......2006-10-07
Wonderful story in the same vein as "Lonesome Dove". This hero is the strong, silent, hurting type that every woman wants. He's deadly with a gun, says what he means, means what he says; the heroine is part Native American and her spirit can't be broken. Her three kids are typical kids: the boys get into all kinds of mischief; the little girl is so sweet even when the hero snarls at her for small infractions because he hurts too much because she reminds him of his dead daughter. The love scenes are wonderfully written and the final ending scenes are "happy ever after". This book will stay with you long after you've read it.
A LITTLE SLOW MOVING...BUT GOOD .......2006-05-29
I liked this book it started out slow in the beginning and i found it just a little too easy to put down. I did finish it though, and I liked it. My only problem was (even though it was a little one) why was there so many typos??? Did the editor fall asleep in his cup of coffee or something? So although it's not the kind of book that you take to work to try to sneak a read whenever possible you won't feel like you wasted your time when your finished ... HAPPY READING =}
A Wonderful Tale!.......2005-01-20
Wyoming Territory, 1875
COLTER'S WIFE is absolutely enjoyable! You won't be disappointed!
Drifter, Benjamin Colter suffered the unimaginably cruel deaths of his wife and daughter and now he found himself in the Wyoming Territory to begin anew.
Kinyan Holloway just found herself a young widow with a sprawling ranch and she had no idea on how to manage it. A marriage of convenience to experienced rancher Benjamin seems to fit everyone's needs. Through trials and tribulations they discover love.
A must read for a western historical romance readers!
OUTSTANDING!!!!! WOW!.......2004-10-28
The book has been very well reviewed by others. I only wanted to add that this was an outstanding read! It will stay on my bookshelf for reading again in the future. It has all the elements in it that make it a great story. I highly recommend it! You won't be dissapointed! Be sure to set aside some time because you won't want to put it down!
Very Good Book.......2004-07-25
I haven't read many of Joan Johnston's books, but I loved this one.
Kinyan Holloway was married to an older man when she was 14. Her father a Souix warrior gave her to Holloway for his wife. Now 11 years later her husband is dead is a range accident.
Left with a 300,000 acre ranch to run and 3 children, with no knowledge of how to run a ranch, she has to think about taking a man she doesn't know or a man she doesn't like in marriage.
Colter is recovering from the pursuit of the 3 men who killed his wife and daughter leaving him to die from knife wounds. He has found 2 of the men and after 7 years of searching has decided to give up and buy another ranch and settle down.
Fate brings him into the life of Kinyan at the critical time she has to choose to sell her ranch or marry Ritter Gordon a man her husband hated.
She chooses Colter, with Ritter determined to somehow prevail and get the ranch, there is lots of action. Not to mention the attraction between the newlyweds. Colter has to manage the ranch and learn to feel again not just for Kinyan but her 10 year old twin sons and 5 year old Lizabeth.
The currents between all the members of the family and the battle Colter wages to regain his humanity as well as hold on to the ranch against a determined adversary make this one of the most delightful western adventures I have read.
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After his divorce, Wayne Hammond hesitated to make anyone the second Mrs. Hammond. Topping the list of the women he shouldn't pick is Maggie Harrison Sinclair.
Maggie has already left Tucker, Montana, once. She's back only to lick her wounds and figure out her next step. Not exactly the ranch-loving, stay-at-home wife and mother that Wayne has always wanted.
But once Wayne and Maggie cross paths, the impossible-to-resist rancher and the bright-lights-loving woman succumb to their hotter-than-heck attraction, resulting in an even bigger complication.…
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A fun romance!.......2007-02-28
THE RANCHER NEEDS A WIFE by Terry McLaughlin
February 27, 2007
Rating **** (4 Stars)
I enjoyed this book for several reasons, but one was because it was a follow up book that featured two characters that were previously featured in another book. In MAKE-BELIEVE COWBOY, Fitz Kelleran was a movie star who fell in love with a gal in Montana (Ellie Harrison) who didn't seem very impressed with the actor. In THE RANCHER NEEDS A WIFE, we're back in the same small town in Montana. The romance now is focused on Wayne Hammond, who was also featured in the previous book (he was in pursuit of Ellie!) and Maggie Harrison Sinclair, who at one point was Ellie's sister-in-law (Ellie's husband Tom passed away a few years ago).
Besides revisiting "old friends", I loved the story (but the characters really made this book fun to read). The book starts out with Fitz having just donated tons of money to be used towards the local school, and the towns-people are fighting over what they should use the money for. Wayne Hammond is one of the men on the board that will make this important decision. Maggie had left town years ago but had returned earlier to visit during her niece's birthday. Rumor had it that she was still recovering from a nasty divorce. This small town was not where she wanted to be. She felt she was destined for the big city, in particular New York.
Everyone knew that Wayne was on the lookout for another wife, or at least everyone was hoping he'd find another Mrs. Hammond. He had been warned about his ex-wife, a woman who soon grew tired of living in a small town and left him for bigger and better things. Maggie would definitely be another repeat of his previous wife, and she was the last woman he would pick to marry. However, he can't stop thinking about her. Wayne, who was very shy and quiet and had a hard time even looking people in the eye, was nonetheless not a bad looking man, and Maggie was finding herself attracted to this very shy man. Maggie and Wayne, as is expected, do not get along, but there is an obvious attraction; a love hate relationship seemed to be what they were destined for.
THE RANCHER NEEDS A WIFE was filled with fun and charming characters that kept me amused throughout the story line. I also found the budding relationship between Maggie and Wayne irresistibly funny, and was wondering how they were going to resolve this one. Telltale hints about Wayne should have clued me in, and it isn't until the end that the reader will say "aha!" and figure out why the two were meant to be. Loved this one!
fun Montana romance .......2007-02-10
Following a divorce, schoolteacher Maggie Harrison Sinclair returns to her hometown of Tucker, Montana with no plans of staying too long in a place the men here know her as "Ms. Hell on Heels". She came home to heal her hurt and pride while working temporarily as a high school teacher.
Rancher Wayne Hammond and Maggie were childhood friends who are pleased to see one another. He, like her, is a divorcee too because wife Alicia hated ranching and the Big Sky winter. As they begin to spend time together, they fall in love with one another. However, both know the timing is wrong and besides he needs a rancher's wife who will be a real nurturing mother to his offspring. He rejects her as someone who will, like Alicia gallivant off to Southern California although he admits to himself love makes it difficult, to not find a way to make a relationship work.
This is a fun Montana romance as Maggie still recovers from her divorce and Wayne is shy and filled with hesitation. Thus readers will enjoy their rocky courtship as neither is comfortable with the other yet neither can just walk away. THE RANCHER NEEDS A WIFE is a warm Big Sky contemporary romance starring two nice amiable protagonists.
Harriet Klausner
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Ranch Wife
Jo Jeffers
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This digital document is an article from Sarasota Magazine, published by Thomson Gale on April 1, 2004. The length of the article is 1431 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.
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Title: A big win: basketball broadcaster Dick Vitale and his wife, Lorraine, couldn't be happier with their expansive new Lakewood Ranch home.
Author: Marsha Fottler
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Sarasota Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
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Santa Fe Police Chief Kevin Kerney travels to a California ranch looking to buy some prime quarter horse breeding stock. Instead, he finds himself the prime suspect in a possible homicide when a guest at the ranch, Clifford Spalding, is found dead. Confronted by a determined cop unwilling to let him off the hook, Kerney decides to conduct his own investigation. As he digs into the victim's background, he learns that Spalding's ex-wife refuses to believe that her son, a soldier killed in Vietnam some thirty years ago, is dead.
Kerney digs deeper and soon finds himself sharing the woman's doubts: Did Spalding's current wife, a much younger woman, orchestrate his murder with the help of a lover? Did a California cop collude with Spalding to keep his ex-wife from learning the truth about her son?
Slow Kill races from West Coast to East Coast as Kerney attempts to find the answers to a thirty-year-old mystery and extricate himself from a situation that could ruin his career.
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Slow Plot.......2007-05-20
Michael McGarrity is a retired policeman, like his alter ego, Kevin Kerney. You get the idea that the character is closely based on the writer, right down to the double initials in their names (M.M. and K.K.). Kerney has graduated in the series to the point that he's the police chief of Santa Fe, New Mexico, but since there are so few murders there, for this to be a murder mystery, McGarrity has to have Kerney go to California, shopping for horses, and stumble on a dead body.
The victim turns out to be a wealthy socialite, and at first the local authorities suspect Kerney of being involved, and investigate him. Once that dries up, the investigation turns towards the guys wife, an attractive younger woman who has a wandering eye. As the book moves slowly along, the killer becomes apparent rather early and easily.
There's a second plot in the later part of the book, involving Kerney's wife (an Army officer) and her investigation of alleged cover-ups involving Army personnel involved in sexual assault cases, some including actual rapes. This plot thread doesn't finish at the end of the book, leaving us to wonder if he's going to continue it in the next entry in the series.
I enjoyed this book, but only to a certain extent. This is by far the slowest of the Kevin Kerney novels, with virtually no suspense and no real mystery. The author has a good command of characters and dialog, and some of the interchanges between Kerney and the other characters were fun, but the plot is very slow and predictable. I definitely think that you'd be better off starting this series out with one of his other books.
Unfinished?.......2007-03-13
I discovered McGarrity a few weeks ago and have been reading his Kevin Kerney (is there another series?) books as I find them, and out of chronological order.
I like McGarrity's books because:
1) They are easy to read. His books flow naturally and are easy to understand.
2) I like his descriptions of NM, which until now I thought of as a desert and cultureless state.
3) His characters are easy to like and well described.
The cons:
1) I guess I've been reading too many thrillers, or it's just that his books are not in the thriller category. I'm not sure if this is really a strike against his books.
2) This book, like another Kevin Kerney one, seems to end very abruptly without ending. I keep thinking how the author was going to wrap it up in 2 more pages, and he didn't.
Spoiler here:
First, just like the other KK book, he sidetracks into Sara's case, however we're left hanging there and I don't know if Sara's case is going to continue in the next book in the series.
Second, McGarrity never explains the deal with the son and how the scheme worked. It's like he just wrote the required number of pages and stopped there. A very abrupt ending.
Bottom line: A very nice, but not overly thrilling book, full of your favorite characters, but with a very abrupt ending. I guess I should try to read his books in chronological order to see if it makes better sense.
But I will continue to read the rest of the series.
Slow Kill.......2006-09-13
McGarrity has disappointed the reader in his last two books, this one especially. The plot and storylines have not been up to par with his previous books, which I enjoyed immensely. His ending in Slow Kill does not wrap up the loose ends and appears hurried. His ending in his last book also seemed "hurried".
A Disappointing Entry.......2006-08-30
I have read McGarrity's other Kevin Kerney mysteries, so I was looking forward to this one. The book has McGarrity's easy-going style that brings in a lot of the New Mexico atmosphere. That style was the strongest thing about the book. The plot (you can get summaries of the plot in other reviews) is convoluted. That is not necessarily a bad thing in a mystery novel. But it is a horrendous thing in a novel that seemed to be operating under limited space requirements, as if the author were under pressure to keep the book under 280 pages (it's 278 pages in hardback). The ending was rushed. Not all of the loose ends got tied up, at least not to the satisfaction of this reader. Perhaps McGarrity will revisit some of these plot elements in a later work. But the result was a book not up to the level of the rest of the series.
Who woulda' suspected?.......2005-12-13
In the ninth novel in the Kevin Kerney series, Michael McGarrity stretches his writing ability along with the patience and stamina of his protagonist. Kevin Kerney, one of America's favorite cops, is a suspect in a homicide and the investigator who has Kerney in her sights is not one to let go easily. But is it even a homicide? There are no marks on the body, no obvious signs of a struggle, but the deceased didn't just die all by himself, did he? Then, there is that younger wife to consider. Could she and Kerney have conspired to kill the aging husband for his money and his land? Would Kerney's wife be happy about the whole thing? And what is all this about a secondary mystery that goes all the way back to the Vietnam War? McGarrity weaves a dense and devious plot, but the path of discovery is well worth the time it takes.
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