A Love of Their Own (Arabesque) [Mass Market Paperback]

Kim Louise (Author)

Book Description

Series: Arabesque | Publication Date: February 1, 2004

When Amara Fairchild's close friend and mentor is diagnosed with breast cancer, Amara is devastated. Her emotions and resolve are further tested when, on her death bed, Amara's mentor makes her promise to take care of her four-year-old triplets and the husband she's leaving behind.

Unable to refuse her mentor's dying wish, Amara makes a promise that changes her life forever.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 288 pages
• Publisher: Kimani Press (February 1, 2004)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1583144129
• ISBN-13: 978-1583144121
• Product Dimensions: 6.9 x 4.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (9 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,346,256 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars No greater love..., February 5, 2005

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The RAWSISTAZ Reviewers (RAWSISTAZ.com and BlackBookReviews.net) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Love of Their Own (Arabesque) (Mass Market Paperback)

Amara Fairchild is shocked when her dying mentor and best friend Brenda Hayward asks her to marry her husband, and to help raise her children immediately after her death. Of course, neither Ross, Brenda's husband, nor Amara immediately agree to this. However, when they see that Brenda is holding on to that one last breath waiting for their positive response, they reluctantly agree. From there, the story unfolds into a tale of love lost and love found on the oftentimes bumpy road to happily ever after.

It has been a while since I read a novel by Ms. Louise, and once I read A LOVE OF THEIR OWN, I couldn't fathom why I waited so long to read this one. It was a beautiful tale of heartache, loss and finding love again. There are so many positive aspects to this story that combine to make this book one worth reading many times over. Louise masterfully depicts the woes of breast cancer, the importance of monthly breast exams, and how the death of a loved one from this dreaded disease affects everyone, especially small children. It was refreshing to see the hero of the story show real emotion. Ross cherished his wife and did not want to sully the memories of her with thoughts or feelings for another woman. Even though the story deals with such serious issues, there are also moments where you laugh out loud, and, of course, fall in love again. Never again will I hold onto a Kim Louise book. As soon as it reaches my hot little hands, I will find the quietest spot in my house and lose myself in her work. (RAW Rating: 4.5)

Reviewed by Renee Williams
of The RAWSISTAZ™ Reviewers

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars I didn't think I would like this book, I was WRONG**, June 14, 2005

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MZ KIMMI (SAN JOSE,CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: A Love of Their Own (Arabesque) (Mass Market Paperback)

Ok this author was recommend by my Ms Betty, she has read just about every A.A around so I trust her completely, Also on a side if you want a excellent reviews on books, check out free4lyfeu2. So back to the book, I didn't think it was a good premise. I mean marrying your best friends husband because of her promise on a death bed? I was so wrong. Amara and Ross were not perfect both had issues and but the love was there. The book did not have them fall in love by chapter 3, and that made the book even more special, I love the fact that there was still a mourning process, Also the daughters, took the story anyone who wants a hot, love story with a little pain, and lots of joy. PLEASE READ THIS BOOK.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazingly real, April 28, 2004

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C. Edwards (Dallas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: A Love of Their Own (Arabesque) (Mass Market Paperback)

This book tackled a real situation that we sometimes find ourselves in. I loved that Ross was able to let go and see Amara the way he wife wanted him to.. She chose her because she did not want him to be alone and because the girls already liked her.
I also enjoyed the interaction between Amara and the girls. I must say that I read this book more than one time. And cried everytime when the little girl got lost in the mall.