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3.0 out of 5 stars
Topical story lacking in spark, December 8, 2007
This review is from: Aspen's Embers (Paperback)
Braund's latest is a topical story, pitting an environmentalist against a forester. Will love endure between Aspen and Leigh?
It was difficult to get into this book. No real groundwork was presented for the attraction between our two heroines. That was lacking. It seemed Braund was so interested in presenting the environmental side of the story that the romance side was not adequately developed. That was a definite weakness.
The characters were flat...nothing jumped out at you as you read. And like many lesbian romances of late, the plot was resolved in the final four pages. FOUR PAGES DOES NOT A RESOLUTION MAKE!! Grrrr...
If you're planning on buying this, buy it used, save yourself a few bucks, and then pass it on to the next reader. Not worth the list price of $10+.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
She was already good; this is even better, March 8, 2008
This review is from: Aspen's Embers (Paperback)
I've always enjoyed Diana Tremain Braund's writing, but her most recent two books have shown us a depth of heart and character that shows growth in an already good author.
Aspen's Embers communicates a sensitive touch, first between legitimate environmental concerns and the real people affected by them. So often, when environmentalists are represented, they are treated as either angelic or demonic, depending on the political leanings of the author. In this case, Tremain Braund convincingly argues the concerns of an environmentalist AND the concerns of the local people whose livelihoods are at odds with environmental goals.
The other sensitive interplay is between likable, three-dimensional characters who find themselves facing difficult choices.
Another in a series of increasingly good books by an author whose work continues to grow in depth and color.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Good Book, January 14, 2008
This review is from: Aspen's Embers (Paperback)
This is a nice lesbian romance amidst plenty of environmental conflict. The story is fast moving and a pleasure to read.
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