Glory

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Summary: Glory by Heather Graham - A disappointment!
Review: Disappointing is a very gracious word! Heather Graham usually pens a more vibrant heroine and hero. Yet for some reason I could not come to terms with Rhiannon. She was 'bland', depicted as etheral, mysterious, yet, nothing about her character exemplified those traits in the novel. She constantly wore mourning black even while married to a very live and viral man. The way Graham describes her, I always seem to picture 'Morticia' of the 'Adams Family', particualy when Angelica Huston portrayed the character 'Morticia' in the movie. It was very difficult for me to 'like' Rhiannon. There were several other heroines of Graham writing 'Shannon Drake' that I didn't particularly enjoy, however, Graham's 'McKenzies' normally married sensuous Rebel or Yankee 'spitfires', and Rhiannon failed to fit into this catergory. The novel itself was a combination of several novels. There were too many stories combined to make up 'Glory'. The story of Jesse and Sydney, which was introduced in 'Surrender', was fiery enough to create a novel of their own tumultuous affair. And Jesse's character changed in 'Glory'. In 'Surrender', Jesse was a 'a typical' hero, strong, possessive, reckless with his own life, but protective of those he cared for. In 'Glory', Jesse seemed 'too young', too soft in my opinion. I kept expecting him to say to someone that he assisted putting Sydney in 'Old Capitol' prison to keep her safe during the war and that is where she should have remained. Yet he claimed he had an undying love for her, but where did it develop? If I was the author of 'Glory', Sydney and Jesse's affair would have began the moment he kidnapped her in 'Surrender' and of course, a spin off of their own novel, commencing with Jesse forcing Sydney to leave Jerome and her later awaking on his couch after being kidnapped. I failed to see how sending Brent McKenzie to a veneral disease research center could be considered interesting enough to the readers. It failed to interest me. Yes, I'm aware that veneral disease killed many soldiers during the Civil War and it is still running rampant today, however, a valuable talented physician wasted his talent being sarcastic to a woman whom was just as sarcastic to him, while caring for very ill patients, one of whom was her father! If Brent and Mary are going to be the next major characters in the McKenzie saga, I can't see where his experience in an 1860s CDC will spin off a romantic sequel. And where is Jennifer? Has she recovered from grieving for her spouse, or was she on the verge of becoming slightly mentally unstable - or will she ever experience love and friendship with a male again. On the positive side, Heather Graham gave graphic details of the medical units responsibilities and the conditions that existed during the Civil War. The military strategic maneuvers of both Generals Lee and Meade were outstanding. And Julien was a likeable hero, even though he was portrayed harder and colder than either Ian or Jerome. All and all, 'Glory' lacked the excitement and sensuality of both 'Rebel' and 'Surrender', but again, gave valuable historical insight into the daily lives of medical units under fire. My favorite line from the book is where Ian questioned Julian's position as a physician under fire and Julian responded, "they shoot at me, I shoot back"!

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Summary: Powerful and passionate
Review: Glory is as captivating as the others in this awesome series which clearly define Heather Graham as a talented story teller. Her research allows her to accurately retell horrors and details of the Civil War which are key to the success of this series. If you can't smell smoke and gunpowder after the battles you're not paying attention. Mrs. Graham's compelling depictions of a widow's suffering and misery are heart wrenching. Julian and Rhiannon are every bit as alluring and intriguing as other McKenzie couples - strong willed women facing strong willed men. This is a great read for drama, passion, and edge of your seat - can't put it down romance and adventure.

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Summary: the man with to much arogance and the witch doctor
Review: Glory is yet another of the books I could read two or three times. Heather Graham puts out a terrific performance about the love of the rebel doctor Julian McKenzie and a woman branded a witch becuase of her healing powers and her ability to see. It also starts out the good parts of Sydney & Jesse, and Brent & mary. I like the fact that she uses the battle of Gettysburg as the peak of the book. I live a few minutes from Gettysburg and it was neat to compare the book with the information I could find there. I suggest everyone read the McKenzie saga and the Cameron saga, both are about the Civil War and the Seminole War.

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Summary: the man with to much arogance and the witch doctor
Review: Glory is yet another of the books I could read two or three times. Heather Graham puts out a terrific performance about the love of the rebel doctor Julian McKenzie and a woman branded a witch becuase of her healing powers and her ability to see. It also starts out the good parts of Sydney & Jesse, and Brent & mary. I like the fact that she uses the battle of Gettysburg as the peak of the book. I live a few minutes from Gettysburg and it was neat to compare the book with the information I could find there. I suggest everyone read the McKenzie saga and the Cameron saga, both are about the Civil War and the Seminole War.

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Summary: excellent continuation of a moving series
Review: Heather Graham has continued her beautiful saga of the Civil War era in Florida with this book. I had forgotten the story of many of the previous characters and this book reminds you of those wonderful stories and provides fresh,touching and moving story in the process.

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Summary: When is the sixth book coming out?
Review: Heather I loved this book as I did all the other McKenzie stories. But I would love to see another book that mentions Brent/Mary and Sydney/Jesse. We also can't leave Tia out.

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Summary: A little repetitive.
Review: Heather, I enjoy reading your books especially about the McKenzie family. Although, when reading this book I felt as though I was reading "Rebel". I've also noticed this is your second character named "Rhiannan/Rhiannon" both of whom lost their husbands and are very emotionally distraught women.

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Summary: GLORY...Hallelujah.
Review: I enjoyed "GLORY" as much as the other McKenzie stories...I would like to see a continuation of this saga. Brent, Sydney, and Tia need their own stories... Is there a possibility of another family in a new setting? I've read all of the Cameron books. I hated to see them end, also.

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Summary: Rebel and Glory are must read books
Review: I first read Glory and then read Rebel. I loved both of them. I can't wait to start from the first and read to Heather Grahams latest of the MacKenzie family "Triumph". Each are so accurate in history detail during the civil war. The detail of events make you feel as if you are standing right there while it happens. And the romance just make you want to swoon. Lordy me!

You have to read these books!

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Summary: Rebel and Glory are must read books
Review: I first read Glory and then read Rebel. I loved both of them. I can't wait to start from the first and read to Heather Grahams latest of the MacKenzie family "Triumph". Each are so accurate in history detail during the civil war. The detail of events make you feel as if you are standing right there while it happens. And the romance just make you want to swoon. Lordy me!

You have to read these books!