I am so loving this writer's Lambert series! What fun I am having trying to connect the dots and piece things together from book-to-book. If it isn't one thing then it is another to keep the reader guessing chapter after chapter. Something to please everyone is contained in this fun series! If you haven't had a chance to check one of Ms. Murray's books out "Friendly Enemies" is a great book to start with! Loved it!

Friendly Enemies picks up where Forbidden left off. Homicide Detective Gabe Baldwin is still protecting Nouri Sommers from someone who wants her dead. Despite his growing love for Nouri, Gabe is still fighting what he considers "forbidden fruit" - giving in to his desire for a woman loved by his best friend. The disappearance of her husband, murders at Lambert, and knowing she has been betrayed by husband, friends, and lovers takes a harsh toll on Nouri. She's beginning to see a pattern to her life and does not necessarily like what she sees. The author does a good job of portraying Nouri's crisis of understanding.

Her wealthy perverted husband is still missing. From all evidence, his wealth has been ill-gotten by associating with evil men around the world. Her best friend is plotting with a vicious killer to end Nouri's life. The man she thought was the love of her life - Clint Chamberlain - is cavorting with a sexy beauty in France despite his recent protestations of undying love and promises to stop playing the field. And the man she is beginning to love refuses to make love with her out of loyalty to his friend and fear that she will break his heart. It's a frightening and frustrating time for Nouri.

A few more loose ends are connected in Book Three of the Lambert Series. Nouri inches closer to what may possibly be genuine love. The devoted men in her life tolerate each other as "friendly enemies" to safeguard Nouri and her fortune. And readers are left wondering what the clincher will be in the final chapter, Le Fin. Until then, Ms. Murray keeps us all hanging, waiting for answers and wondering at the outcome. Friendly Enemies is recommended for mature readers due to sexual situations.

By the time the reader reaches the third book in this writer's Lambert series (Friendly Enemies) the fun story line and sharp character development have been so vividly described at this point the reader actually begins to feel a real connection to the heroine almost as though the reader is now a real part of the story! I love this series!

Before reading this fun book I had a great set of fingernails! WHAT A FANTASTIC FINISH TO THE LAMBERT SERIES!!! I was completely stunned at the ending of this series! I am very upset that it is now a done deal. I am bummed in a big way! Getting that out of my system I would like to say it has been some time since I have enjoyed reading a story this much. I enjoyed every chapter of each book in this series and I have no doubt that you will enjoy it as much. I think most lovers of romance and compelling drama will agree, The Lambert Series, is a series you don't want to overlook!

I do not want this series to end! I really love the Lambert series and would love for it to go on for another few books. The island where every wish is granted and every dreamed fulfilled has stolen my heart and I don't want it to be over yet. My four trips to the pretend island paradise of Lambert is the best vacation I have had the chance to go on in years! PLEASE BRING IT BACK TO LIFE AGAIN SOON!!! Fans like me need books like Ms. Murray's Lambert series to get me through the days and even sometimes through the nights.

Wow! I could not believe the way the Lambert series ended! I am like most of the readers that have posted a review of this series and I completely agree with them, I was shocked at the ending! I would have never dreamed - not in a zillion years - to where the final visit to this writer's island paradise would take me, or maybe I should say take Gabe and Nouri!!! I too would like for Ms. Murray to take this series a step or three farther!!! I have become such a Lambert Lover! If you have not taken the time to read this fantasy series you owe yourself the pleasure! Fun fantasy!

I recently read All I need to know in life I learned from romance novels was incredible and fun to read. It is a wonderful reference. Relationships can be fun and exciting. The quotes from the top authors in the romance field are great. The websites for even more information are great. The author seems like a wonderful and fun down to earth woman that has a beautiful romantic relationship.

In the book titled All I need to know in life I learned from romance novels, is a book about hope and love in relationships. How relationships can be wonderful, exasperating, and can deepen the bond to your life, and give it meaning. In a world where loneliness and alienation exist, the author explains in great detail that you do not have to end up alone. It's about men and women having the courage to face together life's difficulties and challenges. The author did extensive research, quotes the top authors, and gave of herself to the reader. The information to the reader has substance and is incredible to a romance reader like myself. The book brings out the author's passion for life and romance. It is a must read for all lovers of romance and life.

The book All I need to know in life I learned from romance novels is a unique and creative way of looking at how we relate to one another. The author states pretty much throughout the book that she says that how life turns out is pretty much up to each individual. The book has me thinking that my relationships are up to me to make them work out, that nothing comes easy or should be taken for granted. I am more than happy to submit a positive review.

"My Garden Visits" is absolutely beautifully written. The illustrations by Victoria Kwasinski are brilliantly portrayed throughout the book. JM has expressed his childhood linked to the present through flowers. Flowers exquisitely chosen to dipict his cherished memories. I find the Authors' portrayal of his visits in his garden with his mother to be inspiring, and define the loving bond between them, a bond to be envied, and admired. One can only imagine the nurturing care given by the Author as he plants and sows his beautiful gardens. Gardens planted with boundless elegance, carefully planned with the complete understanding, so generously inherited from his father. It's easy to imagine each memory as it unfolds, to see the brilliant flowers, and realize thier fragrances, giving hope that the last page will take foever in making it's presence known. I find Vignette IV, Aquilegia, to be my favorite place to revisit, as I do quite often. This chapter truly captures a mothers love and devotion. As I give my mother and my daughters each a copy of "My Garden Visits" they too will know this book is written from the heart, and will treasure it always, as I do. I anxiously await the next publication by Justin Matott, and thank him for his incredible forte in writing.

From the moment My Garden Visits arrived at my door and I lifted the book from the box, I was taken. The beauty of the book first captivated me. It was through that very window on the cover that I was able to view a beautiful glimpse of a woman's life told with admiration by her son. Author Justin Matott will take you along to his gardens that are filled with flowers and plants which spark memories of his childhood. He allows you to sit on the teak bench with his mother where she came to visit him after her death. It is these visits that the author so lovingly describes in stories from his past. My Garden Visits is truely a pleasure to read. This wonderfully written book will be in the hands of many I hold dear as I share it this holiday season . They too, will step into the wondorus gardens so exquisitely described by Justin and enjoy the divine watercolors by Illustrator Victoria Kwasinski which adorn the pages.

My Garden Visits is a must read book for anyone who loves a Great read. It will take you away from the day to day hustle and put you in a beautiful place filled wih love, beautiful watercolor illustrations, and peace. I recommend it as the best book I've read in many years.The beautiful cover and illustrations combined with the fantastic talent of the author would make this a #1 choice for anyones Christmas list.

I loved this book!!! It was one of those few books that could hold my attention for more than 50-100 pages. As I read this book I felt like I was part of it. I admired the characters as if they were real people [for example I admired Princess Torina for her quick logic, strength, kindness, and the she didn't get a bloated head from being a princess] and felt for them in there time of need, for the villains I shared the characters loathing for them, for the hero and heroine thought out this book we became friends. I read and read and read barley aware that I was turning pages until I got to the end it was if this story was coming from my soul and not from typed pages. I recommend this book to anyone that will listen and guarantee that if you are like me searching for a good book that your search is over. The time flew by as I was engrossed in this wonderful book. When I was done I checked the clock and it was nearly 2:00 and the whole time I read I hardly felt any kind of sleepiness.

The plot was exciting just when you thought you knew what was going to know what would happen next Victoria Hanley would surprise you with a new twist. Belladrana the quiet artistic kingdom is being invaded by Princess Torina's country, Landen the prince of Belladrana has no idea what will happen if his country is defeated.

I'm writing this after rereading the Seer and the Sword for the 5th time. This book is one of my all-time favorites. The best part is definitely the plot.(Just so you know what I'm doing, I'll use the first letter of their name to identify a person.)

After Torina's father defeats a neighboring kingdom, and brings home the prince, Landen, as a slave, T sets him free and he begins learning to fight in the barracks. T's father also gives her a crystal ball which he brought from L's kingdom as spoils of war. T and L become friends over the years as T learns she can see the past, present, and even future in her crystal. Then tragedy strikes. T's betrothed, Vesputo, murders T's father. L must run away because he is thought to be the culprit and T (who saw it happen)is imprisoned in her rooms by V. T escapes (I won't tell you how)to the kingdom of Desante. Over time she becomes an informer of King Dahmis, high king of Glavenrell. Meanwhile, L is also in Desante, under the name of Bellanes. He becomes the ringleader of a band of criminals under the command of King Ardesen, King of Desante.
Now that's not the end of the story - there are plenty of other twists. But I can't tell you any more, so if you want to find out if Landen and Torina ever reunite, or if Landen or Torina ever recover their kingdoms, you'll just have to buy the book and find out. But, believe me, it's an awesome book, it has an intricate plot, and it's full of action. It's a great book for teens and adults. If you never read it, you're really missing something.

I recently read The Seer and The Sword, by Victoria Hanley. It begins with a young princess, Torina, awaiting her father comming home from a war. When he gets there, he gives her 2 things: a crystal ball and the son of the king he had defeated, Landen, as a slave. She sets him free immediately and he is put in training to fight in the King's army. Secretly, they become friends. She discovers she is a seer, which is one of the many things they talk about. However, the King's 'right hand man', Vesputo, is planning to marry the princess. Landen warns her about him but she only gets angry at him and remains vulnerable to Vesputo's evil plan. Read along as the evil Vesputo plots to gain the throne and make Torina's life miserable. But don't worry, she and Landen make it out all right!

This is a totally awesome book for readers my age (13 and up)! OMG. If you like mystery, suspence, magic, or stories of royalty, this book is a mixture of them all! Read The Seer and the Sword by Victoria Hanley today!

I have been watching ANOTHER WORLD for over 10 years. I started watching when Anne Heche played Vicky/Marley. When she left I watched sporatically but in the last 2 years I have become hooked again. When I heard that NBC had cancelled it I was devastated. AW is such a wonderful show with incredible actors and great storylines. The fact that NBC would cancel AW when there was another soap on NBC with lower ratings makes me furious. Don't the fans count? Don't ratings count? I will never ever watch NBC again and I hope all AW fans do the same. There are several programs on NBC that I used to watch but they may as well cancel them too because I can not look at the NBC logo without feeling angry and betrayed. Good-bye NBC. FANS OF ANOTHER WORLD PLEASE DON'T GIVE UP. HOPEFULLY ANOTHER NETWORK WILL DECIDE TO AIR ANOTHER WORLD. WRITE CBS OR ABC. LET'S SAVE AW. IT'S THE BEST SHOW ON TV AND IT DESERVES 35 MORE YEARS ON TELEVISION

The 35th Anniversary Celebration of Another World Memorial Book is wonderful. I received a copy for my birthday and was completely thrilled with the quality of the writing and photographs. I have ordered another copy as a surprise gift for my mother.

I can't believe how many times my mother and I said: "Do you remember that?" or "look how young so and so is that picture"

As you can tell I am a die-hard fan of the program, and I was outraged and frustrated over the recent cancellation of my family's favorite television show. According to a source in New York, it has been implied that NBC Inc. feels that there has been little concern raised from fans over the devastating news. I beg to differ. Why would so many fans across North America be so viligent in saving "Another World" through rally's, polls, and petitions if we did not care?

"Another World" has been a terrific source of entertainment for my family for 33 years. My mother started to watch AW in high school. She weaned me on the program. I am sure that I uttered the two "Cory" matriarchs names instead of Mommy and Daddy as my first words. The show has never ceased to entertain us. We all work full time, and look forward to relaxing by watching the taped show every evening after dinner. Over the last few years we even converted my father. He has been well trained and versed in the various plots and schemes of the good, bad, and the ugly of "BAY CITY", and he too is now among the "enchanted" "Another World" fans.

I do not understand why a show as poorly written, cheaply filmed and acted in as "Sunset Beach" will remain on the air, while a quality program with brilliantly written plots and storylines is taken away from its loyal viewers. Not only does the show employ the best actors on daytime, it excels in set, wardrobe and makeup execution. We are never bombarded with story lines that "go on forever" or with characters that "talk" to themselves. Nothing aggravates me more than a program that continually "rehashes" storylines everyday. Die hard viewers know what's going on, we do not need to waste half the show filling us in on what we already know. "Another World" has never done this to us-unlike other programs such as "Sunset Beach" or the painfully outdated "Days of our Lives".

If NBC Inc. refuses to wake up and keep "Another World" on the air, "someone" else must realize the ecomomic and emotional value of this show, and "pick" it up. I hope for the sakes of everyone involved in the production of "Another World" that another network succeeds in doing so. It would be a great loss not to be able to "laugh, cry, and yell" at our favorite characters everyday.

Please do what you can to keep "Another World" alive. To those of you at NBC Inc., as Shania Twain would say, "DON"T BE STUPID", keep the show on. "Where there's supply and demand there's a way". I'm sure of it. I pray that I'll be watching the show with my kids, and grand-children far into the future.

Here's to another 35 years "AnotherWorld". You ALL are the best. Thank you for many years of fashion tips and frequent escapes from the sometimes boring reality of normal day to day life of work, work, work.

Sincerely,

Stephanie K. Boyle "Loyal Another World Fan"

In the midst of cancellation, this book by Julie Poll offers a way to remember television's best soap opera. Relive the lives, loves, tears, and joys of Bay City's finest! I really enjoyed the book from cover to cover. The new photos, the dialogues from the episodes, the behind the scenes information... They are an amazing read for any AW fan, and at this time, more poignant than ever. AW will forever remain close to my heart. The book is the definitive way to celebrate AW's 35th anniversary.

This is really dating me because this is the first romance novel I ever read. I read it when it was published about 35 years ago--but then I was rather young at the time--so to speak.

I thought it was one of the most wonderful books I had ever read, but then I was a young teenager. The world of romance was opened to me by this book, and I shall never forget it even though I have moved on to other types of books and away from romances per se.

Besides being a romance, it is a mystery with a surprise ending, which lends itself to being compared to Jane Eyre and Rebecca. This novel, though not a classic, is refreshing still in the 21st century.

Martha Leigh has come to Mellyn to care for Connan Tremellyn's difficult daughter, Alvean. In the process of caring for her, Martha falls under the spell of the home, Mellyn and its many secrets--the main secret being was the former Mrs. Tremellyn murdered, and if so by whom. As she searches for answers, she falls under Connan's spell while still frightened he may have murdered his wife.

This books is still as delightful today as it was many years ago.

Although this romance novel was written well over 30 years ago, it still stands the test of time. It has all the essential elements of a true romance suspense novel: Sprited heroine, dark/handsome/mysterious hero and a good mystery to follow and to decipher throughout the book. For those seeking a "romance" novel, don't let the "suspense" part hold you back. The sexual tension between the 2 main character sizzles! I think this is still Victoria Holt's best novel. Very absorbing book with great atmosphere. The 1st person voice (not much used these days)adds that extra dimension that you are right there with Martha as she ponders the mysteries surrounding her and her feelings for Connan TreMellyn. You will be totally satisfied with the ending!

Set during the 1800s in Cornwall, England, "Mistress of Mellyn" follows a 24-year-old woman's (Martha Leigh) adventure as a governess in a haunted mansion owned by the widowered Connan TreMellyn and his young daughter, Alvean. While struggling with her emotions over Connan and his just-as-difficult daughter, Martha must also try and uncover the mysterious death of his wife before she, too, faces the same fate Alice did.

"Mistress of Mellyn" was the first book I ever read by Victoria Holt, and it also happens to be the first book Eleanor Alice Burford Hibbert wrote under this pseudonym over 40 years ago. It was given to me by one of my aunts when I was about 11 and is still one of my favorites, even though I'm not necessarily a romance fan. But if you are--or even if you're just a reluctant gothic romance reader like I am--, then you'll more than likely enjoy this one. There's nothing offensive or racy in it, so it's appropriate for all ages, yet it's still very suspenseful. Highly recommended.

I began reading "On the Night of the Seventh Moon" when I was 12 years old. My sister, 2 years old at the time, tore out the last few chapters of the book. I searched for 15 years before finally finding a hard cover copy in a used book store almost 8 years ago. I have kept it in a safe place ever since and have re-read it several times. Very well written, the characters come to life and evoke a wide range of emotion in the reader. The content is appropriate for young readers without seeming "adolescent" to adults. It is without a doubt the most romantic story I've ever read and one of my most cherished possesions. I'm glad to see it back in print...just in case.

I have been in love with Victoria Holt's novels since my mother introduced me to her. I have read all of her books under her all of her pseudonyms,and and find her a thoroughly wonderful author. I feel that anyone who wants to read a good book, that will keep them interested beyond the first page should read all of her books. I have read each of her books at least three times and I recommend it to anyone who enjoys to read, 13 year old from Galesburg Illinois

This is a wonderful story, told by a masterful writer. The mystery of the forest, and the question of wether you can dream up a perfect relationship, is what makes this book good. One of my favorite characters was Maximillian's old nanny! Isn't she sweet! This book takes you through the whole spectrum of human emotions. It is a must read for anyone who likes Victoria Holt!

Five stars is not enough to rate this book. I give this book an absolute 10. I have never read a book so inspiring, so wonderful, so full of everything that your looking for in a book. It's a page turner from beginning to end. I love the way the author quoted scriptures, that in fact helped to encourage and up lift me. Very inspirational. I just can't rave anymore about this book. This is by far one of the best books I have ever read in my life. I love the way Victor Christopher Murray made you feel Kyla and Jefferson's pain, their sorrow, their joys, their happiness. I mean she really made you feel what each character was going through. She just could not have done a better job. Oh and Brian and Alexis, Couldn't have happened to a better couple. I thank God for blessing Ms. Murray with such enormous talent. Truly his hand was in this. Victoria Christopher Murray, continue looking to the hills from whence cometh your help and know that he will do the rest. I will definetly be looking forward to reading more of her work. I would recommend this book to all. You won't be dissapointed.

It is so refreshing to read a fictional christian book. I applaud Victoria for stepping out of the typical stories we so often read about, and to write something of substance. I am so tired of reading the same tired stories by uncreative authors. This book dealt with real life issues facing many christians today.

The life of Kyla and Jefferson seemed perfect to many, including her so-called best friend Jasmine. Kyla and Jefferson appeared to have everything, mainly Jesus Christ. Because of their strong religious faith and their daily walk with God, Kyla felt her marriage was above TEMPTATION. However, love did not conquer Temptation in her marriage. This books takes you through the process of forgiveness and one's faith in God. Will Kyla be able to forgive the sin of Temptation? Does she really have enough love and trust in God to forgive completely?

This book does not have alot of twist and turns or surprises; however, the story takes you through a process that will keep your glued to the pages. One you pick up the book, you will not put it down. Kyla learns that her marriage must be tried by Temptation in order for her begin her purpose and ministry in which God had prepared for her. She learned, that in order to truly be a testimony of God, you must be tried by a storm, and Kyla's was a storm of TEMPTAION.

Keep up the good work !! Eagerly awaiting your next novel JOY!!

This book is truly a must read! It is so difficult to believe that this is the first book written by Victoria Christopher Murray. I totally agree with previous reviewers. The book held my interest from the beginning to the very end. This is exactly the kind of reading material for which I've been looking. Victoria does an excellent job of showing that Christians are also faced with real trials and tribulations, however, the beauty of this book is laid out through the actions taken by characters who have decided to do things God's way no matter the consequence(s). I was so blessed by Jefferson's determination to tell the truth and trust God to work a bad decision for good, in the face of loosing everything, including his wife, his daughter and his reputation. Then there's Alexis, who as a single sucessful young woman, has made a commitment to God and honors it more than the newly found relationship with the man of her dreams. This book definitely encourages one to stand firm on God's word and just watch Him grant the disires of the heart in His own perfect timing.

I was so caught up in the lives of the characters of the book, I dared to put it down. I must have read this book in record time. Bravo, Victoria! I'm looking forward to you next work!

FORBIDDEN is the second book in writer Murray's LAMBERT series. A series that has me totally captivated! I look forward to the next in the series. If you are a reader like me and enjoy getting lost in someone elses world for a few glorious hours then Ms. Murray's Lambert series is the one for you!

Forbidden, is the next book in the Lambert series. It is also a book that pulled me in to this romantic suspense series for the longhaul. It has everything a reader like myself enjoys in it, action, romance, and mystery. I can't wait for the next book (Friendly Enemies) in this series to arrive.

Some week in the life of Nouri Sommers, I must say! Some people get all the luck, I might add! Oh, I love this series!!! I was drawn into this writers continuous storyline with the first book of this series and now after reading the second book, I'm hopelessly hooked! Can't wait to get my hands on book three!!! I love Nouri and Clint and Charles and Gabe, and... shoot, I love all the fun characters in this great story!