Once in a Lifetime

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Summary: Once In a Lifetime
Review: ONCE IN A LIFETIME has an abundance of love that wraps around you and makes you feel like you've been given a million dollars worth of hugs and kisses and leaving you feeling cherished above all. Reading this book made me think of all the things I value in having a loving husband and family and friends, the closeness I share with them everyday, and the special days like birthdays and holidays-all the things that make your life worth living. Ms. Forster puts her stamp of love, her joy of cooking, and her special touches of love that make for lifetime relationships, and make her the great writer she is today into ONCE IN A LIFETIME. Awesome!

"ONCE IN A LIFETIME has it all, sexual chemistry to set off a red-hot explosion, hidden secrets, a precious child, fabulous secondary characters, and a hero and heroine to die for! Wow, don't miss this book. Gwynne Forster combines all her talents to bring you an extraordinary tale of love and the meaning of family. Loved it!"

Suzanne Coleburn, Reader To Reader Reviews

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Summary: A Good Read!!
Review: Once in a lifetime is an epic love story. Beautifully written and extremely captivating. You will fall inlove with Forster's characters, so much so that you find yourself becoming a part of their lives. A page turner to the very end. Savoring, delightful, and satisfying. You will not be disappointed...get your copy today!

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Summary: Fun and Entertaining
Review: Once in a Lifetime, by Gwynne Forster, is a delightful read. Forster mixes a beautiful housekeeper and her daughter into a batter spiced with three brothers and a grouchy cook. Next, she turns up the heat by adding a little romance and some mischief. When all is said and done, she serves up a delightful treat that is hard to resist.

This book is a must read for romance lovers. Forster's wit shines forth as she unveils a plot laced with love and ultimately trust. The characters were well-developed and before the end of the book I felt as if I knew each one of them personally.

If you are looking for a funny and relaxing read, I recommend this book. Once you have read a book by Ms. Forster, you will want to do it more than once in a lifetime.

T.RHYTHM KNIGHT

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Summary: Fun and Entertaining
Review: Once in a Lifetime, by Gwynne Forster, is a delightful read. Forster mixes a beautiful housekeeper and her daughter into a batter spiced with three brothers and a grouchy cook. Next, she turns up the heat by adding a little romance and some mischief. When all is said and done, she serves up a delightful treat that is hard to resist.

This book is a must read for romance lovers. Forster's wit shines forth as she unveils a plot laced with love and ultimately trust. The characters were well-developed and before the end of the book I felt as if I knew each one of them personally.

If you are looking for a funny and relaxing read, I recommend this book. Once you have read a book by Ms. Forster, you will want to do it more than once in a lifetime.

T.RHYTHM KNIGHT

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Summary: This book keeps you on your toes!!
Review: Once in a lifetime-Is the kind of book you would enjoy reading over and over again. It has a lot of twists that keep you guessing when Alexis and Telford are going to finally tell each other how they really feel. And it even gives some drama between Alexis and her ex-husband and what Telford things. This book does not leave you hanging at the end like some books. I can say that I really enjoyed this book and I think the ending couldn't have been written better.

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Summary: I Love Gwynne Forster But..
Review: The latest novel by Ms Forster was a bit of a disappointment for me. This book at times made me wonder what characters were speaking and plot twist jumped in so fast that it was sometime confusing. Alexis and Telford gave us what we wanted in the end - their togetherness but getting there was a little bumpy! Romance stories often stretch our imagination greatly and I found myself reaching too far. The other brothers Harrington however, could make an interesting sequel and since I do love Ms Foresters' work I will keep watching for the next insatllment.

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Summary: Tara Gets A Family
Review: The question: Can Alexis and Telford have a "Once In A Lifetime" love?

Combine Alexis and Tara Stevensons with the wealthy Harrington men Telford, Drake and Russ, throw in Mr. Henry the cook, Jack the ...[very not nice] ex husband and we have a lethal combination of love, lust, lies, secrets, and mistrust.

Jack gives up all rights to his precocious daughter, Tara, for money and wealth. Forcing Alexis to forge a new life for herself and Tara. In order to do this, she takes a job as a homemaker for the Harrington Men. Tara wraps all the men in the house, including Henry, around her little finger as soon as they talk to her.

Assorted sparks fly between Alexis and the men of the house. Good ones, bad ones,and indifferent ones, however the sparks which disturbs her the most are the sparks between she and Telford.

Read Ms. Forster's book to see and feel the strength, love, and trust of each character as they interact with each other. Once In A Lifetime is a page turner if ever I read one.
Reviewed by: Toni Bonita, APOOO Bookclub

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Summary: Ball of Confusion
Review: This was the first Gwynne Forster novel that I just didn't get and I've read them all. I loved the cast with the exception of Jack Stevenson as they were so easy to love, and the intimate scenes were incredible but there were too many inconsistencies which added to my confusion and I lay blame on the "proofreaders".

Did Jack's family live in Delaware or Philadelphia?

Ms. Forster is amazing and remains one of my favorite authors but Once in a Lifetime is hopefully just that "once in a lifetime".

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Summary: Ball of Confusion
Review: This was the first Gwynne Forster novel that I just didn't get and I've read them all. I loved the cast with the exception of Jack Stevenson as they were so easy to love, and the intimate scenes were incredible but there were too many inconsistencies which added to my confusion and I lay blame on the "proofreaders".

Did Jack's family live in Delaware or Philadelphia?

Ms. Forster is amazing and remains one of my favorite authors but Once in a Lifetime is hopefully just that "once in a lifetime".

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Summary: This book keeps you on your toes!!
Review: What becomes of a divorced woman with a young child starting anew? Alexis Stevenson has divorced her husband and abandoned the life she knows; what is next for Alexis? Alexis secures a position as a home manager at Harrington House in rural Maryland. Telford Harrington, along with his brothers Drake and Russ are the proprietors of Harrington House and together with their cook, the humorous and protective Mr. Henry, Harrington House has become a mansion of brooding bachelors. When Alexis reports to work with an inquisitive four-year old child at her side, the fireworks begin.

The Harrington brothers, although rich and successful in business, have not led the ideal life. Each brother is driven but Telford has something to prove and is obsessive in his business dealings. Alexis has secrets she will not reveal and is determined to turn Harrington House into a home. With an endearing heart and a captivating spirit, Tara, Alexis' daughter, has enthralled the men of Harrington House to the satisfaction of Alexis. Can this little girl change the hearts and minds of men who are accustomed to their tranquility and space? Can she change the mind of her mother who does not want to put her trust in relationships again?

Once In A Lifetime provides just enough intrigue to keep you interested in how the story plays out and the right amount of sensuous romance to keep the reader begging for more from the characters. Through the soul of a little girl, Gwynne Forster has given the reader an enchanting novel of letting go of the past and learning to trust again so that your heart can receive the love that is waiting.

Reviewed by Dawn R. Reeves
APOOO BookClub