Cross the Line

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Summary: a unique romantic
Review: Action, adventure, and romance are just three of the many reasons readers will be drawn into the life of nurse, Josie LeMay. Josie's strength of spirit and determination take her from her peaceful Montana home to the war-torn battlefields of WW1. When Josie takes her place in the trenches, she witnesses the horror man inflicts on man. She soon discovers that not only must she overcome the obvious enemy, she must also fight a silent enemy. Despite her skill as a nurse, she is viewed as a woman in what is considered a man's world by her commanding officer, Keno Beauvais. Josie gains Keno's respect, but he holds fast to his belief that women do not belong on the battlefield. Although Keno admires Josie's dedication and spunk, the more he gets to know her the more he wants her to go home. Love, not logic, is what motivates his thinking. In the process of earning his respect, Josie has also managed to capture his heart. Denise M. Clark's debut novel is an emotional read, populated with unforgettable characters, and heart-stopping scenes. A gifted story teller, Ms. Clark has the ability to weave historical facts into her fictional tale without beating the reader over the head with her knowledge; a talent which she uses to assist in creating reader empathy for her characters. A feeling of realism is established early, and carries through to the novel's climactic end.

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Summary: MIDWEST BOOK REVIEW
Review: I wasn't sure how I would respond to a novel about America's involvement in World War 1, and a young girl named Josie LeMay's determination to give of herself as a nurse to these war torn soldiers.
I was not prepared for what was between the covers of this exceptional novel.

Denise Clark gently takes you along with Josie as she struggles to make her way in a
man oriented situation, facing and overcoming one hurdle after another trying to complete the calling she feels she is upon her life.

Josie meets Commanding Officer, Keno Beauvais, and is thrown into one harrowing
experience after another with this strong willed man. They both had met their match. Little did she know that she would spend her life with him.

My favorite part of this novel was when the
ship they were on was sunk by a German
submarine ship. Josie and Keno were rescued by none other than the Captain of
the ship that sunk them. I will not tell you
how they escape this captivity, but author

Denise Clark does an exceptional job in her
description of this event. I loved it!

An excellent romance/historical novel. Filled to the brim with heart wrenching emotions as you share the victories and defeats of Josie LeMay and her experiences in war torn Europe.

A wonderful read, highly recommended, one you do not want to miss.

Shirley Johnson/Reviewer

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Summary: Riveting
Review: It is 1917, and while Europe is torn apart with war, women are fighting for acceptance in areas considered only appropriate for men. Josie LeMay, one of Montana's best, has signed on for nursing duties in front-line battlefields. Denise Clark, author of "Cross the Line," introduces us to Josie, a feisty, independent, courageous modern woman. Clark paints word pictures of that period of time with a riveting accuracy. "Cross the Line" is a well-written, action-packed drama that will have you hooked from page one. Clark is a superb talent with best-seller capability and I anxiously await her next sure-to-be-great novel. Congratulations, Denise. "Cross the Line" is a well told, page-turner of a debut narrative.
Beverly J Scott author of "Righteous Revenge" and "Ruth Fever."

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Summary: Unique setting for a sweeping love story
Review: Josie LeMay is a nurse determined to make it to the Front Lines of WWI in order to help the wounded. When she boards a transport ship in New York she realizes that not everyone wants her there, especially her Commanding Officer, Dr. Keno Beauvais. But when their ship is attacked by a German submarine, these two are thrown together, with fate intervening to keep them together throughout the remainder of the war.

While this is more of a Women's Fiction vein than straight romance, the Josie LeMay character is attractive and strong without being strident. She gets herself into many a situation, but always comes out on top. She and Keno are a well-matched pair, both determined, stubborn and strong. The history is well-researched and the plot moves forward at a quick pace.