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Before The Season Ends (2005)

by Linore Rose Burkard(Favorite Author)

3.75 of 5 Votes: 5

ISBN

1594676739 (ISBN13: 9781594676734)

languge

English

genre

Romance

publisher

Xulon Press

series

Forsythe

review 1: Oh what a ride! At the start of this book, I was thinking “How could she want to do that?” Do what? Well, you have to read the book to find out. As my reading progressed, I was grateful for the turn of events in Ariana’s life. I mean, her life wasn’t all roses and candy, but it was better than the alternative waiting for her back home. Importance of birth order, secrets, traps, mystery, intrigue, love and undying faith….this book has it all.From the very first encounter between Ariana and Mr. Mornay, I knew that those two would have my emotions going back and forth. (and I knew they would have me laughing at times) Two head-strong, set in their ways and beliefs people, thrown together in the midst of high society…..hmmm…but can this young girl from a modest ... moreupbringing truly be a part of the life that Mr. Mornay is accustomed? Or will she change him? I guess you will have to READ THE BOOK TO FIND OUT. In all seriousness, this is a great read and I highly recommend it. It is part of a series, so I will be reading Book 2 very soon. (I really LOVE the convictions of Ariana and her unwillingness to go against God; truly inspirational)
review 2: 3.5 starsIf you're looking for a story that's very clean, no innuendos or premarital activity, this novel is it. If you're looking for a strong female character who lives out her convictions, has as a personal relationship with God, and grows throughout the story, this novel is it. However... the story starts off weak. I had a hard time believing the main character was actually set on marriage with a man older than her father. At the beginning of the story, Ariana comes across as very immature, something that thankfully doesn't come across in the rest of the novel. Also, the story seems a bit fairytale-ish through the first 1/3, more like a girl's dream set to paper than a realistic story. That said, I would recommend the novel. The spiritual aspect is woven throughout the story instead of tacked on at the end. The salvation story is told through the eyes of a young débutante and it is refreshing. I look forward to locating and reading another book by this author. less

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