and then please write a wonderful review - Laura deserves it
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Other people have used the word "lyrical" to describe Laura's writing and I would be the first to agree.  Please do yourself a favor and read Out of Peel Tree - it is well worth the short time it would take to read it, and then please write a wonderful review - Laura deserves it!!!!!!!

And I can't wait for her next book!
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FANTASTIC! LOVE IT!
 I wrote a FULL review elsewhere on Amazon
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Good and warm no comments just breathtaking Perhaps the reviewer before me had a day-off?!
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Choc Lit and their reading panel do have a bit of a talent for spotting something special that their readers will enjoy, and they've done it again with this lovely book. The story's partly the stuff of every girl's fantasies (and several rather older women's too...!) - meeting a famous footballer on a weekend break, living the high life for a while, and finding that he's not only gorgeous but also a really, really nice guy. But it's not just the stuff of fantasy - Rebecca's marriage is on the rocks, her plans for a family forgotten, while her husband Greg relentlessly pursues his career (and a few other things he really shouldn't be pursuing).

I really liked the way Rebecca's friendship with Abi was drawn - Abi's quite a character, but also one of the most genuine and supportive friends anyone could wish for. I also liked the twists and turns of Abi's own relationship with Nick, and the fallout from the stag do in Spain. Rebecca is a real well developed character - your heart aches for her, knowing what Greg is up to while she continues trying to discuss things with him. Jan's very good at depicting friendship actually - I also thought Alex's relationship with larger than life friend Kenny was really well handled. I do know some reviewers have felt that the portrayal of Greg left a little bit to be desired, but I don't really agree - people do change, particularly when circumstances change and a couple don't have anything in common any more. Thank goodness for Abi - but thank goodness for Alex Heath too.

This was a lovely story, really well told - just to be nitpicky, I did think the Hawksley Manor stay, particularly the night at the club, were maybe a little more drawn out than they could have been, but the scenes in the restaurant were extremely funny (what horrendous people!) and really well written. I really look forward to seeing what Jan does next. OK, I do look forward to getting to know Alex better too - but this is a really good read from a first-time author well worth watching.
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Hi
To anyone thinking about buying this book...DO IT!!! It is such witty and enchanting I read it in one evening! It is the perfect gift for a friend. Carla's writing is brave, unique and really funny. I am so happy I read this! It is the feel good book of the year!
Thank you Carla for such a wonderful book!
Kara
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Wonderfully written book, from a wonderful person.

Warren 2020
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This book is amazing.  It is easy to read and very interesting.  Laura comes through as someone you would like to know.  What a wonderful life she has had.  She is a true family mom, grandmother, daughter and especially wife.
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I review a lot of tech stuff for Amazon so I was sort of surprised when Laura emailed me and asked if I would review her last album.  But after enjoying it so much, I agreed to review The Modern Romantic.

I have eclectic musical tastes overall - but I would certainly not consider "new age" one of the genres I typically listen to.  I use music to work out, energize and sing along to - which is definitely not what I"ll be doing with this album.

But, I am a sucker for great piano music.

Laura contacted me directly and I felt that was worth giving her a chance.

Don't let the phrase "new age" influence you.  Think of this as music to relax and unwind to.  As a guy, I don't take baths with candles, but for those that do?  I can't imagine you listening to anything else.  Instead, I'll crawl on the couch - plop some headphones on - and just close my eyes to her music ...

This isn't just piano music, either.  There are strings - sometimes haunting - like Moonlight Romance (my current favorite) but everything on the album is good.

The best part about music (from a reviewer's point of view) is that you can listen to samples yourself.  You'll know whether the genre suits you.  If it does, you can feel pretty safe purchasing the whole album and not being disappointed.

I took a star away because I felt her last album was a bit stronger overall - but I'm still enjoying it.

We all need a timeout from life sometimes.  I can't get that with rock or pop; I need something like this.

Thanks to Laura for providing me with a copy to evaluate.  I hope you give this a go; you don't have to worry about your "man-card".  I won't tell. :)
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This book is part of three published so far.  Although the last book to be published, it goes to the start of the story of how the author, Laura, came to live in France. This book covers her year abroad as a high-school age exchange student from Canada. Having enjoyed her previous books, I wanted to read this one as well.

There are really 2 books inside the cover here. The first is, as are the others, a well-written account of the feeling of living in France and the differences from expectations and common practices back in North America.  Laura Bradbury has a real gift for language, describing a setting, situation, or person so well that you feel almost like you are peeking over her shoulder!  I think she could write about just about anything and make it interesting. And a sense of humor and decency towards others comes thru, the young Laura being a wonderful ambassador for her program.

The second book is a young-adult romance.  While the book describes a year in the life of an 18-year-old and naturally is going to have a focus on friends, parties, and romance, this book takes an extra step that may not be as riveting to all readers. It  is replete with young-adult clichs like longing to meet one's soulmate, a sense of portending when the future lovers cross paths without actually meeting, the power of their love conquering the adults trying to get in the way, etc.  Perhaps it all happened this way, or it's how Laura remembers it now, but I think this aspect of the book limits its appeal to a general audience.
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It's never a surprise when you pick up a Laura Thalassa book. Quality-wise.

Laura's books always display her insane talent as a writer, her creativity, the way her inner world takes her to dizzying extremes most people--even writers--ever even dream of.

If you want a recommendation for something supernatural, feisty, sexy, deliciously flawed and unpredictable, just message me. Not that I won't always recommend Laura, but she has so much tastiness out there, you'll be happy to have me as your guide.

Rhapsodic was a treat, and the audio book is one of the best I've ever listened to. And that actually says a lot, because I'm the queen of audio reads.
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Someone please tell me why this beautiful woman and her extrordinary songs are not being featured up front  where they belong. Take a closer look at this exceptional artist and I guarantee that you too will feel as I and many of my cohorts do...Laura Allan, her songs and her music are something the world needs now even more than ever. Possessing a multitude of creative talents extending beyond the music, i.e. the album cover art, the hand made instruments, her drawings, not to mention her work with children, ... here is a secret that should no longer be kept hiding in the used bins and the back order catalogs of our failed music distribution system. Thank God for ... and it's affiliates for offering at least one of her titles.
The music is for EVERYONE. The songs are first class and her latest album, "Telegraph" ... is a tour de force. With a few players from her Asylum debut like Lee Sklar, this CD is oozing with CLASS!
The more you listen, the better it gets.
It's that simple.
Thanks Laura Allan for making my world a better place to be.
Dreamtime
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I love it! What a fabulous idea for a book, I can't believe this wasn't created before now.
The lay out and the way it is written is so effective, informative and uplifting,
The meaning of the book is assessable to anyone and so inspiring.
It was a thoughtful present to me that I was very happy to receive, and after reading it I know I will definitely be buying numerous copies as it would make a great present. I noticed on the back of the book that this book is so authentic that even the proceeds go to directly support the charities in the book.
I am so glad there are people in the world like these authors and all the contributors, thank you very much for your passion creating this book.
Gabrielle
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This lady needs to do an up to date album, if its anything like this one it will be brilliant
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I absolutely love Laura's writing style and creativity and The Bargainer didn't disappoint! Kudos to yo, Laura, for another job well done!
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First off I'm a Laura Cantrell "groupie"  I love her voice, her style, and her music.  I first saw her in concert in 2003 in New York City, then in DC in 2006 and then again recently here in Vienna, VA as part of her tour for this album.  Her voice is one of the most unique country woman's voices I've heard, ever.

This is yet another amazing album for Laura.  The title song is the only original one that Laura wrote and it is as good as she has done in the past.  I immediately fell for it.

The recent of the album is a tribute to Kitty Wells.  You either like Kitty, or not.  In any case, Laura's mystical voice is, for me, perfect as a tribute to one of the first country female stars.

All I can say is thank you Laura !
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So I just finished this book in one sitting, and I could never do it justice trying to convey how beautiful it was to hear what she has to say.  I mean, just the fact that she truly *has something to say* and that it's *so well done* would make this a wonderful read worthy of high praise, but that's not what made me want to leave a review.  I wanted to say that I am so very grateful that she shared this. I was touched.  I was moved.  I hope other people read it and feel the same way.  thank you.
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I think it is funny that EVERY book gets advanced copies out for review and the liberal machine is soooo scared that they troll these pages to pull down review star ratings.  I've never written a review that wasn't actually a review before but because the liberals are ALREADY trolling this page I thought I'd add my 2 cents.  Katie Pavlich is an amazing woman and you libs are trying to keep her down.  Funny you claim " lies" and do exactly what she is talking about.  Typical.  Way to go Katie, can't wait to read it !