tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post1926781606341322643..comments2024-03-02T14:54:21.802-05:00Comments on The happily ever after . . .: REVIEW: The Windflower by Laura LondonChristinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-88584893138310050802009-08-23T09:23:40.078-04:002009-08-23T09:23:40.078-04:00You're very welcome! Thank you for replying.
...You're very welcome! Thank you for replying. <br /><br />I still read romance novels but only ones with a hero that /I/ would actually fall for. The first one I read that had a man actually worthy of the heroine's affections was Surrender in Scarlet by Patricia Camden. Now THERE was a real man! A strong yet sensitive soldier, with a tortured past that only the gentle touch of a good woman could help ease. He wasn't an arrogant ass and it was the first story where I actually /believed/ the love I was reading about. I adored the book so much I have kept it, ever since I was 15 years old (I'm now 32). It's a paperback and it's falling apart because I've re-read it so often but to me, that's the standard I look for in my romance hero. And heroine. She's no virginal Merry - she's a mature woman with a small son to take care of and after reading about all these silly, naive girls who've never been with a man I found her womanly strength and passion to be so refreshing and realistic. Haha, maybe I should post a review on this book somehere... <br /><br />Just thought you may be interested in reading it, if you haven't already. :)Rinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-19109995602647218312009-08-22T11:54:15.929-04:002009-08-22T11:54:15.929-04:00Hi Rina!
I'm so glad your search brought you ...Hi Rina! <br />I'm so glad your search brought you to my blog and you enjoyed my review so much! It's also very reassuring that you, too, would have preferred a romance between Merry and Cat. Oh and that kiss!!! That kiss between them was one of the best scenes in the whole book, wasn't it? It woke things in both Merry and Cat. It was startling, but so sweet and emotional. *sigh*<br /><br />Thanks so much for the lovely comment, Rina. You really made my day. Connections and discussions with other readers like this is absolutely one of the best things about blogging. Thanks for reaffirming that for me today. : )Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-42584012687513108892009-08-22T01:06:40.277-04:002009-08-22T01:06:40.277-04:00I woke up this morning thinking about a romance no...I woke up this morning thinking about a romance novel I'd read many years ago when I was a teenager. I don't know why I suddenly recalled it (maybe a dream I had?) but it would not let me go. I thought and thought but for the life of me I could not remember its name, the author, the setting or time period or the name of any of the main characters...except for one. I remembered my favourite person in the story: a lovely young pirate with a long blond plait/ponytail. I knew his name was Cat and I always remembered him because I thought A) he was gorgeous. And B) the heroine should have ended up with him instead of the arrogant bastard she chose in the end, who showed no real interest in her or displayed any deep caring towards her, in my opinion. <br /><br />So, having nothing to go by except the words 'romance novel', 'pirate' and 'Cat' I searched on Google. I clicked on a few links that went nowhere and was starting to think I'd never find this damn book but then I discovered this post and oh, I was so happy! Especially to learn that other people loved Cat as much as I did and how much they too hated Devon (as I now recall him much more clearly). I thought he was a prick and did not understand what she saw in him. At all. Cat was so funny, cute, sweet and sexy. The scene where he gives Merry /that/ kiss...OMG. Never forgot it. Ever. <br /><br />Anyway, I wanted to thank you for posting this awesome review and you know what? I might buy the book again, skip most of it, and just re-read Cat's parts with a dreamy smile on my face. ^__^<br /><br />Some boys you just fall in love with forever... <3Rinanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-17309778521241394522009-03-24T18:58:00.000-04:002009-03-24T18:58:00.000-04:00Taja: Okay. :) Tracy: I'm definitely in the SO-SO ...Taja: Okay. :) <BR/><BR/>Tracy: I'm definitely in the SO-SO category. I can't wait to hear everyone else's opinions.<BR/><BR/>orannia: Aww, thanks. <BR/><BR/>I don't think there were ever any sequels to the book... but a lot of people wish there was at least a story for Cat. He was a very intriguing character.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-40354873088893237752009-03-19T22:21:00.000-04:002009-03-19T22:21:00.000-04:00Thank you Christine! Can I just say, you have amaz...Thank you Christine! Can I just say, you have amazingly blue eyes!<BR/><BR/>Were there ever any sequels for this book out of interest? And is it just me...or is the male cover model wearing make-up? *ducks* I mean no offence to the honour of The Windflower - honest!oranniahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14007355589161084262noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-2462504146163771872009-03-19T19:20:00.000-04:002009-03-19T19:20:00.000-04:00It's amazing to how many different views of this b...It's amazing to how many different views of this book there are. Some LOVE it and some HATE it and then some are so/so about it. I'm dying to have it be my turn so I can make my decision one way or the other! lol<BR/><BR/>Great review!Tracyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05320961506471746567noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-49002986266866558812009-03-19T15:04:00.000-04:002009-03-19T15:04:00.000-04:00Christine, you didn't discouraged me, just confirm...Christine, you didn't discouraged me, just confirmed my impression that I would pass on this book (if I ever would find it). :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-37766725729298883922009-03-19T13:58:00.000-04:002009-03-19T13:58:00.000-04:00Kmont: Ahoy, matey! I actually finished the book i...Kmont: Ahoy, matey! I actually finished the book in early December. Things just got so busy with the holidays/house/life, that my half written review sat unfinished so long. :/ <BR/><BR/>We'd look cool with eye patches, though, don't you think? ;)Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-69951868640569202332009-03-19T10:12:00.000-04:002009-03-19T10:12:00.000-04:00LOL! Imitation is sincerest form and all. Great pi...LOL! Imitation is sincerest form and all. Great pic! :P<BR/><BR/>Kudos to you for finishing the book! Now worries whatsoever about the time it took. These days its all we can do to crack the pages sometimes. This is the most understanding group of pirates lol. Sans eye patches. :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-78919275907829270482009-03-18T23:21:00.000-04:002009-03-18T23:21:00.000-04:00Kristie: Hi! You're so right! I think that's ONE t...Kristie: Hi! You're so right! I think that's ONE thing we can all agree on regarding this book. How much we all loved Cat's character.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-75776165884550906662009-03-18T23:19:00.000-04:002009-03-18T23:19:00.000-04:00Barbara: It actually is some grand story. I just t...Barbara: It actually is some grand story. I just think the hero dramatically interfered with it's success for me, that's all. I know you're a fan of historical romance, so I think you ought to try it. You may really love its old school charm! <BR/><BR/>Renee: I think you got it right. At one time, I can imagine Devon being very popular. <BR/><BR/>Ana: I don't think he deserved Merry at all. <BR/><BR/>Thanks for the beautiful eyes compliment! /flattered).<BR/><BR/>Phyl: It is considered a classic, and by all means, you should read it. If you don't, sell it on ebay! I think copies go for almost $30 these days! LOL<BR/><BR/>Kati: I'm sorry you had to read another disappointed review, Kati. I'm sure there will be some more positive ones ahead. It will appeal to someone's love of old fashioned romance. <BR/><BR/>Lea: You should give it a go, anyway! Let me know if you do, and I'll spread the word when you post your thoughts. The more dialogue/opinions, the better.<BR/><BR/>Taja: Oops. Sorry to have discouraged you. I still think if you come across a copy of <I>The Windflower</I>, you should try it out. <BR/><BR/>Shannon: LOL! No pressure!!! I just didn't want readers to think I was still sitting on it. There's sharks in those waters, you know? ;p j/k<BR/><BR/>KB: Cat was great. The most interesting character of them all really. Too bad he and Merry didn't end up together.Christinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00420773211895134710noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-78315202460067631872009-03-18T23:12:00.000-04:002009-03-18T23:12:00.000-04:00Ah yes - Cat - and the story that never was and we...Ah yes - Cat - and the story that never was and we all wish there was. I don't think anyone whether they loved it or not - didn't wish we had had Cat's story.Kristie (J)https://www.blogger.com/profile/15743921647882733738noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-27356520387105885062009-03-18T20:27:00.000-04:002009-03-18T20:27:00.000-04:00If only Cat's story would be written!If only Cat's story would be written!KT Granthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15958121742156171756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-34768391234688331702009-03-18T18:16:00.000-04:002009-03-18T18:16:00.000-04:00Oh no! The pressure! Now I have to go write up my ...Oh no! The pressure! Now I have to go write up my review. ::eyeballs book sitting on the ottoman::<BR/><BR/>I love how everyone has such differing opinions of this book. I completely agree with you about Cat and Raven. LOVED them!<BR/><BR/>Off to type my review...Shannonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01592907195198835800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-42626213158091052232009-03-18T15:05:00.000-04:002009-03-18T15:05:00.000-04:00I always thought I should read The Windflower beca...I always thought I should read The Windflower because it's a classic. But after reading your review (really liked it) and the other less enthusiastic reviews in The Windflower Blogging Extravaganza, I'm now pretty sure I can do without. *g*Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-60518301061277350642009-03-18T11:06:00.000-04:002009-03-18T11:06:00.000-04:00Oh, yikes and double yikes!!!After getting caught ...Oh, yikes and double yikes!!!<BR/><BR/>After getting caught up in the whole "Windflower", tour extravaganza, and because I am a diagnosed glommer, I decided I had to read this book. <BR/><BR/>Barbara and Amy kindly sent it too me and now it is sitting in the alps. <BR/><BR/>Considering my aversion to historical romance and now having read your wonderful review, I'm sure I'll be squirming my way through this one. Oh no! lolololol<BR/><BR/>Amazing Review Christine. <BR/><BR/>Thank you<BR/>LLeahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11521584458356470972noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-49072655934291945792009-03-18T10:34:00.000-04:002009-03-18T10:34:00.000-04:00I'm sorry to hear you didn't enjoy it more, Christ...I'm sorry to hear you didn't enjoy it more, Christine, but thanks for reading it, and for your entertaining review!Katihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08178354927628992485noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-50765532340068410302009-03-18T10:09:00.000-04:002009-03-18T10:09:00.000-04:00I thought this was one I wanted to read but it see...I thought this was one I wanted to read but it seems that maybe I don't want to now... LOL I can't stand to read any of the old romances any more due to all the sterotypesSaraihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00203551997160640352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-26504190642200045452009-03-18T08:46:00.000-04:002009-03-18T08:46:00.000-04:00I've had this sitting in Mt. TBR for years now. I'...I've had this sitting in Mt. TBR for years now. I'm not sure why I've hesitated to read it. It's considered such a classic. It's good to read some opposing viewpoints. Thanks Christine!Phylhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14665665401551658932noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-25101802307861834842009-03-18T06:00:00.000-04:002009-03-18T06:00:00.000-04:00Woohoo! Another one for Team I Hate Devon!! *evil ...Woohoo! Another one for Team I Hate Devon!! *evil laugh*<BR/><BR/>Great review Christine. and Man, you have the most beautiful blue eyes. /random.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-51933315984744837452009-03-18T01:47:00.000-04:002009-03-18T01:47:00.000-04:00Having seen the tour (and mixed reviews,) I was re...Having seen the tour (and mixed reviews,) I was really looking forward to your (long-awaited) review. Good one!<BR/><BR/>It's funny how hero "types" go in and out of fashion. Devon really seems to be that old-fashioned (sometimes boorish) romance hero. I think our expectations of alpha heroes have changed over the years.Reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07026384330126049496noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3661609629555743722.post-92072123921868300712009-03-18T01:30:00.000-04:002009-03-18T01:30:00.000-04:00Oh, no. I thought for sure it was going to be some...Oh, no. I thought for sure it was going to be some grand story. I think that's how I had perceived it when I read about the "tour". Plus, I love the old school cover and tend to think they automatically mean a powerful, saga like romance.<BR/><BR/>Your review was wonderful, though, and very informative. I had wondered exactly what the story entailed. I'm not a big fan of heros who continuosly act like fools even after realizing that they have feelings for the heroine.<BR/><BR/>Sorry it wasn't as grand a romance as it seemed it would be.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com