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Even though it was on the shorter end and not all the details were fully developed none of the characters were lacking. Im so sorry I waited. I have loved Ms Feehan for years and just never thought to pick up her single titles. This was really her at her best and maybe better bc the story stands alone and cant be tainted by past of future novels in a series of inconsistencies that sometimes arise in her series works. This story was wonderful. It has all the elements of a great Feehan novel, the characters, all of them, were so great with so much chemistry. Fast read but great. Well worth the wait.
great. what a great surpise.i only hope they have more.sorry i missed it years ago,snice it 2008.
As always, Christine delivers an intriguing Christmas tale full of twists and turns, depth and warmth.Melanie George's tale is no less riveting. As with all Christine Feehan books, this tale is dark and sinister but full of heart and emotion. This book was impossible to put down. Each of the cast of characters is fully developed and each evolves and unfolds as the story slowly unravels. Both were entertaining to read and well worth reading a second time. The occult elements weren't treated falsely to frighten the reader.
It's far more romantic than the first story in this book, but no less absorbing. It's impossible not to be drawn in by the individual characters and the tone of the environment in which they are all cast. For anyone who has traveled to a foreboding castle and felt draughty halls, heard sounds you couldn't explain, stood amongst standing stones, and stared at images in ancient paintings and felt as if they were very much alive, this fanciful tale could definitely haunt you too. Every "accident" and all the eerie occurences were intricate in design and not easily deciphered. The story keeps you thinking throughout. It's as heartwarming and definitely as haunting.
Although I purchased the book for Christine Feehan's story, I now find I look forward to reading more of Melanie George's writings.
These two stories are two of the best I've ever read. I've read this story 3 times and I only got the book 2 weeks ago. But my favorite was Melanie George's "Lady Of The Locket". This actually made me cry then made me smile. Both stories will keep you turning the pages until your finished. If I could rate this book higher than 5 stars I would.
Trevor and Tara's father, Dillon Wentworth, is a brilliant musician who has spent many years in seclusion, ever since a horrific fire killed his troubled wife and left him terribly scarred. Someone is trying very hard to get rid of Jessica, Tara, and Trevor and it's going to take a Christmas miracle to set things right and uncover the shocking truth behind this deadly situation.Readers are sure to fall for the tormented yet appealing Dillon and the determined and loyal Jessica, and will be rooting for them to end up together. The music still flows from Dillon's talented mind like magic, and with his blossoming romance with Jessica and strong new bonds forming with his children, Christmas is looking up. But one storm tossed night, Duncan MacGregor himself is thrown forward in time, transported from the midst of a bloody battle into the year 2001. Until strange "accidents" start occurring and Jessica realizes that the danger has followed her and the twins to their supposed sanctuary.
Suddenly face to face with the fierce Highland warrior astride a magnificent stallion, Rachel is overwhelmed by his commanding presence. Now Duncan and Rachel must stand as one against the evil that seeks to destroy them, all the while knowing that their time is running out, and that soon they will be left only with the memories of a love that will last forever and yet can never be. Duncan and Rachel's plight is utterly heart-rending and totally engrossing. Jessica's love for Dillon is unwavering and unshakable, and it gives him something he had long since given up on - hope.
And the spark that drew Dillon and Jessica together as the best of friends many years ago burns even brighter now. "After the Music" by Christine Feehan tells the story of Jessica Fitzpatrick, who decides to take her twin wards, 13-year-old Trevor and Tara, to spend Christmas with their reclusive father after a series of unsettling threats and disturbing "accidents" make her fear for the twins' lives. They both comprehend the futility of their situation, knowing all too well that Duncan does not belong in Rachel's time and that their time together cannot last. Both tales are well crafted, romantic, and full of heart-pounding passion and suspense, and I thoroughly enjoyed them. A previous owner of Glengarren, Rachel feels inexplicably drawn to this long dead man, and begins to worry about her sanity. The romance that Jessica and Dillon share is erotic, exciting, beautifully tender, and unbelievably touching as it starts to heal Dillon's damaged heart and soul.Dillon's old band members have joined him for Christmas on his quiet little island, hoping to record a new album, the first in more than ten years.
But will Rachel and Duncan find a way to stay together, or will they be forced to live out their lives in loneliness and longing."A Very Gothic Christmas" is a delightful holiday treat that can be enjoyed in any season. Read it and find out."Lady of the Locket" by Melanie George introduces Rachel Hudson, who travels to Glengarren Castle in Scotland to spend Christmas in the place her recently deceased parents met and fell in love. "A Very Gothic Christmas" is an anthology containing two wonderful Christmas novellas, written by Christine Feehan and Melanie George, that is sure to entertain you and lift your spirits any time of the year. At first unable to believe the truth of what's happened, it's not long before Rachel and Duncan admit their intense attraction to one another. And they quickly fall completely and irrevocably in love, a love that cares nothing for reality, time, or circumstance.
But danger lurks at every turn, for a dark and ancient enemy has followed Duncan through time in a quest for revenge, and it will stop at nothing to destroy Duncan and all he holds dear.
Still grieving and trying to cope with the overwhelming loss, Rachel hopes to finally deal with her parents' death.
Both tales are thrilling, intriguing, and darkly seductive, and are guaranteed to enchant readers everywhere.
Unable to play his music because of his scarring, Dillon has cut himself off from the world and all but given up on life, but Jessica's unexpected arrival with Trevor and Tara starts to bring him out of his deep depression.
With the perfect mix of romance, suspense, and magic these two tales will undoubtedly sate and satisfy the most discerning of readers.
But will they beat the odds and find a lifetime of love in each other's arms.
But upon her arrival, she finds herself utterly captivated by a portrait of a Highland warrior named Duncan MacGregor, painted in 1745.
Readers will frantically turn the pages, hoping for a miracle to bring these two star-crossed lovers together.
"A Very Gothic Christmas" is a book you can't help but love, so don't miss out on the pleasure it will bring, buy it today and enjoy.
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