Deep As the Rivers [Paperback]

Shirl Henke (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: March 1997

The best-selling author of Bride of Fortune follows the passionate romance between Olivia St. Etienne, a beautiful, orphaned woman, and Army Colonel Samuel Shelby as they confront Indians and the harsh frontier.

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Accustomed to a pampered lifestyle, Olivia St. Etienne dreams of love and romance despite her guardian's desire to seek an advantageous marriage for her. When her guardian sells her to the very man she thought she might be falling in love with, Olivia does the only thing she can-- she runs away. Unfortunately for her, she ends up in the very place she doesn't want to be, with Samuel Shelby. Worse still, she has to rely on him to protect her. Colonel Samuel Shelby is a married man and knows better than to fall for a spoiled young French girl. His work has always been his refuge and he is anxious to get on with his mission of making peace with the Osage Indians. But his marriage is a sham and there is something about the willful Olivia that makes him throw caution to the wind. More than once they are brought together by fate and Samuel can't resist the temptation Olivia offers. As opposite as day and night, Samuel and Olivia are destined to be together, but first they must survive the dangers and deceptions they face. Shirl Henke has woven many fascinating characters - some of them historical figures - into a tapestry that is Deep As the Rivers. Readers might remember Samuel Shelby from one of the author's earlier books, White Apache's Woman. New readers of Ms. Henke's might find her writing style somewhat convoluted and difficult to follow at first. She changes point of view frequently and often incorporates several scenes into each action-packed chapter. Fans familiar with Shirl Henke's style will be delighted with her latest tale, filled with history and passion.A riveting tale of a love so strong it conquers all! Shirl Henke is a master at creating memorable characters and passionate love scenes! A richly textured historical romance! An incredible amount of historical detail brings to life the charm of the past! Fans will fall in love with Shirl Henke all over again! Deep As the Rivers will charm you! A sweeping saga written by a gifted storyteller!Kristina Wright -- Copyright © 1994-97 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved -- From Literary Times

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: St Martins Mass Market Paper (March 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0312960115
• ISBN-13: 978-0312960117
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.4 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,730,490 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable Read, April 7, 2008

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Hope I. Marleaux (TX) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Deep As the Rivers (Paperback)

Henke has written a wonderful story for those who love historical romance. The book was easy to read for me because the characterizations and the scenes are so well painted. I had put off reading this book while I read more familiar authors but now I will read her books as I come across them. There was mystery, sensuality that stoked my imagination, and romance. Yes Shelby and Olivia fight alot. Neither of them really know how to love. They learn. The intrigue is wonderful. I read the book in a day because I had to know the ending. Ms. Henke gave me an ending that made sense and satisfied. I recommend this for a great read. In the end, I wished I knew more about that time in history so that the book would have been more real for me but then perhaps my unfamiliarity with the period fed my hunger to get to the end. If you like to travel away from your present circumstance and you want a little sexy spice in your novel, read it and enjoy.