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A Woman Betrayed by Barbara Delinsky

William Morrow, November, 2001
Hardcover, 406 pages
ISBN: 006621341X
Subgenre: Contemporary
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A Woman Betrayed
by Barbara Delinsky Laura Frye seems to have it all. She has a wonderful husband, two lovely children and is the owner of a successful restaurant. But when her CPA husband Jeffrey doesn't show up one night, Laura is plunged into a nightmare. It seems that Jeffrey is wanted for tax fraud, and the IRS subsequently freezes all her assets. When Jeffrey's brother Christian appears on the scene (he was Laura's first love) it seems like a dream come true. As Christian helps Laura sort through the nightmare her life has become (not only was Jeff a criminal, it appears he is an adulterer as well), the pair slowly begin to fall in love. But can Laura put the past behind her and start anew?

A Woman Betrayed was first issued as a mass market paperback. Now, her publishers have met the demand for the re-release in hardcover of the bestselling author's early works. Although written in 1991, A Woman Betrayed rings true today. Laura's story (unfortunately) is not far-fetched at all, as anyone who reads the news will know. Barbara Delinsky excels at characterizations: Laura, Christian and the other family members and friends all seem like real people. This is a story which will truly tug at your heartstrings, as you root for Laura and Christian to find the happiness that they both deserve.


You Never Can Tell by Kathleen Eagle

Morrow, August, 2001
Hardcover, 305 pages
ISBN: 0380978164
Subgenre: Contemporary
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You Never Can Tell
by Kathleen Eagle Kole Kills Crow is a hero of the Native American movement, but he is now a fugitive from justice. Kile escaped from prison where he was serving time on a murder charge which stemmed from a protest which went horribly wrong. Living in a remote cabin, he lives a solitary life until he is tracked down by journalist Heather Reardon. Heather has always admired Kole, and is determined to write his story. Heather finds Kole in a ramshackle bar, and asks him to dance. The handsome Kole is obviously a dangerous man, and he is wary of a reporter digging into his past. But the two find some common ground as they find themselves falling in love. Kole and Heather set out to Los Angeles with a small group of Native American supporters, determined to set the record straight once and for all -- and to address some important political issues about the treatment of Native Americans in this country.

Kathleen Eagle presents us with a moving and heartfelt story which also addresses some interesting political issues. Eagle knows her stuff, and her portrayal of the Native American culture and customs is fascinating. Kole and Heather have an immediate chemistry and their war of words on the path to true love is most entertaining.


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