Actions Speak Louder [Paperback]

Shandra Hill (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1998

Actions Speak Louder shouts out the sobering message of how love, when irresponsibly shared, can demand a price much too high. Hill skillfully weaves a story of a young woman's trust betrayed, lessons learned, and hope renewed. Told with just the right mix of sensitivity and realism."

-- Faye McDonald Smith, Author, Flight of the Blackbird

Product Details

• Paperback: 256 pages
• Publisher: Pullen Press (April 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 096624690X
• ISBN-13: 978-0966246902
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.2 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (65 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,415,499 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A VERY NECESSARY READ!!!, January 25, 1999

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Pat Houser "Pat Houser" (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Actions Speak Louder (Paperback)

Shandra Hill deserves a standing ovation. In her debut novel, she has created a thoroughly entertaining and well written first novel that broaches a subject long overlooked in literary circles: the herpes virus. While many will read this book and proclaim "Not I", there are many, many more who are mirrored by the main character, Jasmine Brown, a sister who loves too hard and takes a hard fall off the romance wagon. While she plays the on-again/off-again dating game with her lovemate Daniel, Jasmine is stung by the herpes virus, an incurable sexually transmitted disease. To further complicate matters, Jasmine is undermined by a jealous co-worker and downsized on her job.

Actions Speak Louder is the struggle of a sister learning how to survive, both romantically and professionally. It's a lesson in love and a lesson in life. It's a fervent calling for sisters to take a responsible stand on sexual relations and a very necessary life lesson in today's dating game. I travelled with this book on the train, in the car and on the bus, eagerly turning pages and wondering what would happen to Jasmine and Daniel. I waited at a McDonald's drive-thru w/this book as my companion and I literally could not put it down. As the facilitator of two book clubs, I am a very avid reader. It is a hard task to find a book that immediately sparks my interest. Actions Speak Louder did just that. Shandra Hill should be proud. With beautifully crafted characters, crystal clear dialogue and a thought-provoking topic, this book is a sure bet for a stimulating book discussion and definitely a must read!

I have yet to read a book (with the exception of non-fiction) which broaches the subject of herpes. AIDS is the focal point of the '90s. But it's obvious that sexually transmitted diseases, particularly herpes, are on the rise. Prescription drug companies and advertising agencies have taken notice of the virus and use commercials to openly advertise prescriptions (Zovirax) to combat the herpes virus. However, in the wake of AIDS, many consider herpes the lesser of two evils simply because it doesn't kill.

Shandra Hill has taken notice of this wide spread virus. Shandra Hill has taken action by bringing herpes from the backdrop of the literary arena to the forefront of the publishing industry. Thank you Shandra Hill for taking notice. There are many who are in your debt.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A True Page Turner, November 23, 1999

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kimley grant (Chicago, IL) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Actions Speak Louder (Paperback)

Shandra Hill does an excellent job in describing what it is like to have "it all" for young black women today. Jasmine is a young, attractive, educated woman who is full of love, however the choices she makes in her love life teaches her about men and makes her dig deep within herself to discover who she is and what she wants. This is a must read novel for young black women. It is about self discovery and what women go through in dealing with relationships. After reading this you will understand that what you want is not always what you need and faith will bring you through the storm.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars ACTIONS . . ., September 27, 2000

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Lisa G. Mitchell (Tallahassee, Florida United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Actions Speak Louder (Paperback)

I thoroughly enjoyed reading Actions Speak Louder by Shandra Hill. I read the book in a few days and it was an easy read. I'm sure that most people will be able to relate to some part of the story line. The book touched on relevant issues that we face in today's world. Some of the issues dealt with were not pretty, but an honest portrayal of "real" life. The book also gave us lessons in betrayal, unconditional love, friendship and the consequences of not taking heed to the red flags that we seem to overlook from time to time. The book not only rivets our attention but make us recognize and understand the power of friendship and love!