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Claire of the Moon: One Woman's Journey into Her Sexual Identity : A Novel

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Nicole Conn eloquently pens one of the most wonderfully sensual lesbian love stories of all time. Claire is a brash, beautiful and frustrated writer who has become an expert at masking her own fears and sensitivities. At a women writer's retreat in the Pacific Northwest, she unhappily finds herself sharing a cabin with Noel, and accomplished psychologist and writer whose expertise lies in sexual behavior and intimacy issues. The constant push-pull dynamics of two women, both scarred by love and a lifetime of overcoming obstacles, builds the type of sexual tension that grabs you by the heart and won't let go. I read the book in one day, although I wanted it to never end. I immediately went out and purchased her latest novel.

If you enjoyed the movie, you're going to like the book better. There was a lot to the story that Conn was forced to edit out of the movie to shorten the running time. Once you read the book, you wish that Conn could have afforded to keep the movie the length she intended. The book also explains some things that seem disjointed in the movie. Claire's struggle to decide what exactly it is she wants in her life is interesting. Noel's reluctance to get involved with a "straight" woman is understandable. The story isn't as much about seduction as it it inevitability. It would be nice to have a follow up to see how this pair ended up later.

I like the movie version of Claire of the Moon. With that said I am aware that the acting, sets, and filming weren't the greatest, but I find the story intriguing, which is why I read the book. I was amazed to find that there was so much left out of the movie, important character development that is essential to the story. The book is definitely worth the read, because it gives you so much more of the story. Everything makes more sense and the story is better for it. I loved the book and can't wait to read it again.

If you loved the movie, you will love the book. If you kind of liked the movie, then you will enjoy the book. If you hated the movie, then the book will offer you more and maybe you will develop an appreciation for the story.

I gave this book 2 stars more out of nostalgia then anything. It is chalk full of florally pros that border on the boring. I am not sure what came first the movie or the book however I found both of them to be severely lacking. The characters are hard to like especially Claire and by the end of the book I didn't much care if they got together or not.

This book is my favorite lesbian novel. Nicole Conn tells this story well. If you're a romantic at heart, you'll love this story. The movie is a must see. It's not for everyone, but I think it is well worth it.