14 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Contradiction of Heart, November 12, 2007
This review is from: Focus of Desire (Paperback)
I've always liked Kim Baldwin's books, but this one is certainly one of her best. Here, she introduces the characters of Isabel Sterling and Kash. These women are more than just polar opposites; they have nothing in common and aren't even attracted to each other initially. Of course that all changes when they leave together for a three-week trip to four continents
Isabel is a romantic. She believes in dating, falling in love, and then having sex. Her last few relationships have been disasters, but she still believes `the one' is out there waiting for her. Isabel decorates cakes for a living and teachers swimming in her spare time. Her schedule is dependable and she loves to plan and make lists. Humble about her volunteer activities and not one to seek attention, Isabel is surprised to learn she has won a magazine contest in which she will receive an all-expense paid trip to four continents, a new wardrobe, and a makeover. The only catch is she has to agree to be photographed for the magazine by Kash, a famous photographer with a womanizing reputation. Not to mention that Isabel's best friend, the playgirl Gillian, will be joining her on the trip... and Gillian has her sights set on a night with Kash. That is until Gillian realizes Isabel can't resist her growing attraction to Kash and lets herself have a taste of getting physical with a stranger.
Kash is as talented with women as she is with her camera. She has her pick of women no matter where she goes. Her last few relationships were disastrous - her lovers not wanting her, but wanting something FROM her instead. As a result, she is the master in the bedroom and doesn't allow anyone to touch her. Kash doesn't trust anyone, but she finds the natural, genuine Isabel to be irresistible. This inner contradiction scares the dickens out of her. The only question is, will either woman be able to overcome their long-held personal isolation to allow more to develop between them.
Certainly not for the faint-hearted, `Focus' is a well-told story about two women who desperately want to be loved. After finding each other, they struggle within and without to find the answers. Highly recommended by this reader.
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15 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not one of he best, November 6, 2007
This review is from: Focus of Desire (Paperback)
I have read all of Kim Baldwin's novels and enjoyed the four other books very much. I found this one to be lacking in character and plot development and constant sex. Not that I am against sex mind you but these two just keep circling each other throughout the book, having erotic dreams, acting on some of them and finally making some dramatic changes at the very end. Her other novels had so much more depth--along with good sex. If you have not read any of her books be sure to read the others and buy this one second hand. Not sure I'll even keep it in my collection. I was disappointed in this book but I will purchase her next one in hopes that she will return to real "story telling" kind of writing.
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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
Hot, hotter, her hottest, November 8, 2007
This review is from: Focus of Desire (Paperback)
Definitely Kim Baldwin's hottest book to date. Focus of Desire cannot and should not be compared to her previous works. Even though this book does not include action, (although the there is hot "action"), natural disasters or wildlife adventures, it does however include exotic locations, sexy characters, hot scenes and a romantic conclusion for two very different women who have to learn to look beyond their insecurities to see what really matters the most. I highly recommand it for an enjoyable evening.
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