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Summary: Pretty KKRAZZY
Review: Although the premise and plot of this book has been done over and over, no one has done it better. The story of an abused wife and mother who finally takes action will not be new. However the tension, feelings, and fear of Mary Grace Winters is presented in a moment by moment way that keeps you on the edge of your chair, bed or floor. Wherever you choose to read. We are not kept in the dark about the feelings and motives of her husband or the man, (Max) who sees the kindness, generosity, and love that Caroline ( AKA Mary Grace ) has to offer. After seven years the worst happens and her policeman husband finds out she and her son are alive. With exquisite detail we follow him on his hunt. We follow Caroline as she finally becomes the woman she was meant to be. We see the dark edges of her soul and the ravages of horror meated out to her and her child. I could not put it down. You will not be disappointed. Spine-chilling suspense, unusual twists, and a great ending. Go for it.
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Summary: Best first novel EVER!
Review: Although the premise and plot of this book has been done over and over, no one has done it better. The story of an abused wife and mother who finally takes action will not be new. However the tension, feelings, and fear of Mary Grace Winters is presented in a moment by moment way that keeps you on the edge of your chair, bed or floor. Wherever you choose to read. We are not kept in the dark about the feelings and motives of her husband or the man, (Max) who sees the kindness, generosity, and love that Caroline ( AKA Mary Grace ) has to offer. After seven years the worst happens and her policeman husband finds out she and her son are alive. With exquisite detail we follow him on his hunt. We follow Caroline as she finally becomes the woman she was meant to be. We see the dark edges of her soul and the ravages of horror meated out to her and her child. I could not put it down. You will not be disappointed. Spine-chilling suspense, unusual twists, and a great ending. Go for it.
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Summary: Don't Tell
Review: An excellent book. Kept me hooked from the first page until the end. This was the author's first book. Her next one isn't coming out until next year. This book had romance and suspense. A must read.It was so good I e-mailed the author when I finished the book. Pam
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Summary: Tell Everyone!
Review: An excellent first book by Karen Rose. I am now a fan, and looking for more of her books to read. The story line moved quickly and was interesting, while at times, heartbreaking. There were parts of the story that I felt were a little long winded, but those were few and far between.
Overall, a really good book, an excellent story and a climax at the end to make every reader beg for more.
I highly recommend this book!
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Summary: Winner of the WordWeaving Award for Excellence
Review: Caroline Stewart and her son Tom assumed new identities and left everything of their previous lives behind when they abandoned their car in a watery grave in Douglas Lake, East Tennessee. Divers seeking the victim of a drowning discover the Ford seven years later. Inside are a statue and a Teenage Mutant Turtle backpack. Mary Grace Winters and her son were assumed dead, victims of kidnapping. As he puts the clues together, however, her husband Rob realizes that his son lives as does the woman who took him. A well respected cop, Rob will stop at nothing to reclaim his son and punish the woman he once married. Only a few suspect the depths of violence he capable of, or the damage he previously inflicted on his family.A high school drop out, Caroline has worked hard to rebuild her life. She earns her GED and began taking classes toward a college degree. A history professor had notices her efforts and offers her a job as his secretary, giving Caroline considerable tuition discounts. Now a semester from graduation, her mentor has died and Caroline has a new boss. For the first time in years, Caroline is tempted to take a chance on love with Max Hunter. They are kindred spirits, his scars simply more obvious. As Caroline's support system fails and Rob gets closer, however, Caroline discovers the true dangers that lying in the admission "don't tell." Author Karen Rose pens a heart stopping and chilling read in DON'T TELL. In a complex tapestry made of fear, desire, strength and brutality, she weaves a tale of psychological complexity. Caroline's transformation from abused spouse to independence becomes even more profound when contrasted with the cruel man she left behind. Evil and malicious, Rob will stop at nothing to get what he wants and to punish those who stand in his way. Max's wounds run just as deeply as Caroline's, as they both struggle to come to terms with horrific events beyond their control. Rose's superb plotting, careful attention to nuance and detail, and memorable characters mark her as an author who bears watching in the future. Certainly readers will be eagerly anticipating sequels that include Max's brother, Caroline's best friend, and Special Agent Steven Thatcher. A stunning tour de force that readers won't want to miss, DON'T TELL belongs on the keeper shelf, earns the WordWeaving Award for Exellence.
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Summary: An author to watch!
Review: Caroline Stewart is finally pulling her life together with the help of her few trusted friends. She is completing her Bachelor's degree and has been accepted to law school. She is finally able to trust herself and relax the vigilance she has maintained since her escape from her abusive husband nine years ago. Then her new boss, Dr. Max Hunter, arrives and sweeps her off her feet. Can she learn to trust a man? Can she reveal her secret past to him? Are the odd little incidents just her imagination or is her ex husband back? This story by Karen Rose is well written and peopled with endearing characters who are well drawn allowing the reader to get to know and understand them. The plot is frightening and suspenseful at times, but ultimately heartwarming. I enjoyed this one so much that I'm glad to see that Rose's next one is due out soon.
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Summary: great read
Review: Don't miss. If you like romantic suspense, this book delivers. I had a hard time putting this one down.
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Summary: great read
Review: Don't miss. If you like romantic suspense, this book delivers. I had a hard time putting this one down.
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Summary: Can't Put It Down Romance Mystery
Review: Don't Tell has all of the quality attributes that I look for in a Romance novel and more. Karen Rose successfully keeps you interested in this book by weaving a web of interest between the characters and the mystery that surrounds them. Her descriptive romance scenes keeps you reading for more. Karen once again succeeded in writing a book that prevented me from getting any sleep at night because I could not put it down. My work at home took second place to finishing Don't Tell.I have always loved Nora Roberts and I would have to say Karen Rose ranks up there with Nora, Linda Howard and Sandra Brown. Keep them coming Karen!!!!!!!
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Summary: Can't Put It Down Romance Mystery
Review: Don't Tell has all of the quality attributes that I look for in a Romance novel and more. Karen Rose successfully keeps you interested in this book by weaving a web of interest between the characters and the mystery that surrounds them. Her descriptive romance scenes keeps you reading for more. Karen once again succeeded in writing a book that prevented me from getting any sleep at night because I could not put it down. My work at home took second place to finishing Don't Tell.I have always loved Nora Roberts and I would have to say Karen Rose ranks up there with Nora, Linda Howard and Sandra Brown. Keep them coming Karen!!!!!!!
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