All That Remains [Paperback]

SG Cardin (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 20, 2002

Darrin is handsome, charming, and a widower. He's got a full plate putting his life back together, running a TV station, and caring for his infant daughter. Just when his life couldn't get more demanding, his vindictive father-in-law sues him for custody over his baby. Darrin needs to find an attorney he can trust.

Kristina is an exotic, feisty, beautiful attorney who meets Darrin through a mutual friend. When Darrin hires Kristina to represent him, the chemistry between the couple is undeniable.

However, when the custody battle starts to get ugly, with the other side's detectives following their every move, Darrin and Kristina rush into marriage hoping it will give them a chance to explore their feelings for each other.

Will their physical attraction turn into love or will the challenges the couple faces as they await the final custody battle tear them apart?

Editorial Reviews

About the Author

S. G. Cardin was born in Manchester, New Hampshire. She received a B.S. in Political Science from California Baptist University in 1995, magna cum laude. She served in the US Army from 1986 to 1997, a term that included a tour in Bosnia. S. G. Cardin lives in California and works for the LAPD's Communications division.

Product Details

• Paperback: 230 pages
• Publisher: Writers Club Press (March 20, 2002)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0595218970
• ISBN-13: 978-0595218974
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,132,202 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Stephanie Burkhart was born in Manchester, New Hampshire. She received a B.S. in Political Science from California Baptist University in 1995. She served in U.S. Army from 1986-1997 as an MP, and visited the Berlin Wall in 1988, right before it fell. Her interests include exploring European history and watching Dancing with the Stars. Stephanie lives in California and works for LAPD's Communications Division. She writes under a pen name, SG Cardin. She belongs to RWA (Romance Writers of America) EPIC (Electronic Published Internet Content), and is a Moderator on Writing.com.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars A Wonderful Read, December 22, 2004

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Starr (California) - See all my reviews

This review is from: All That Remains (Hardcover)

All That Remains tells the story of spoiled rich boy Darrin Banning and fiesty attorny Kristina Rivera. Darrin has been somewhat jaded by his experiences in life, including the heartbreaking loss of his beloved wife Andrea who dies giving birth to their child. When Andrea's parents threaten to sue for custody, Darrin hires Kristina to help him with the case.

There is an obvious attraction between the two from the start, but not until they enter into a marriage of convenience to solidify Darrin's custody case does that attraction bear fruit.

Their story is full of longing and self-discovery, and I think that fans of the contemporary romance genre will enjoy taking the leap of love with them.

3.0 out of 5 stars Not Bad, November 30, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: All That Remains (Hardcover)

Not a bad read, but did find it to be somewhat of a "yawner" from time to time. I felt that the story didn't move as smoothly as it should have, but at the same time it did have a good plot. Would probably purchase another book by this writer.

5.0 out of 5 stars Review for "All That Remains" by Rita Hestand, March 24, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: All That Remains (Paperback)

"All That Remains" is an extremely intense exploration of character that will keep you turning the pages for more. With colorful, if not downright flashy characters that won't soon be forgotten. The story revolves around two main characters, Darrin Banning, the rich bad boy, and Kristina Rivera a tough, go get 'em lawyer.

Their backgrounds are non compatible but their instant attraction for each other leads us to one of the most remarkably honest relationships to be found in modern day times.
Both have a mountain of hang-ups, emotional turmoil and downright unfair history.

"All That Remains" takes every soap opera and makes them look like child's play. In the beginning we find Darrin accused of serial murders, and looking very guilty. Then in walks his gutsy lawyer, Kristina, with a past of her own, and a point to prove.
Fireworks begin and never stop throughout the book. You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll freak out but you won't put the book down! There's a surprise in every chapter.

S.G. Cardin has done it again. I was truly fascinated with her ability to draw out every emotion, every characterization to the fullest. From smiles to tears, from heroes to cowards, Cardin has drawn us a perfect picture of real life, and real drama. I encourage anyone who likes a good read to try this book! You won't regret it, and you won't forget it!

Rita Hestand, Romancing the Web Reviews!