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Possibilities

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Janet Sue Terry really knows how to bring her characters alive, especially her main characters, Nora and Blake. I felt I wasn't simply reading a book, I was dwelling in it ... living side-by-side with these magnificent characters.

The heroine, Nora, is my kind of woman: lovely, strong and independent, while at the same time being vulnerable. There were times I wanted to reach out and hug her, to encourage her ... while at other times I wanted to "slap" her and tell her to keep her mouth shut, to quit being "mean" and so "unfeeling" with Blake. That was early in their relationship, and before I learned that Nora had some underlying issues to settle before she could enter into a relationship with any man.

The hero, Blake, is my kind of man: handsome, strong, passionate, yet caring and kind, especially in the beginning of the relationship. I could readily have embraced him as the man of MY dreams. But later on, I often wanted to "throttle" him for his insensitivity to Nora's pain, especially when an ex-girlfriend entered the picture.

And Blake's snobby, domineering mother certainly didn't help the situation.

The orphans from Nora's past have grown into intriguing young adults. They're simply delightful, and fun to be around.
Nora's co-workers are wonderful, down-to-earth people who come more alive with each stroke of Terry's keyboard. Each character is different from the others and they make up for the indifference and "mean-spiritedness" on the part of some of the people surrounding Blake.

Another interesting element for me is that this story takes place in my home state of Ohio, and in Kentucky where my ancestors were born. It was fun "stomping around" Cincinnati and hearing a bit about London, Kentucky where my mother was born. I avidly pursued the accounts of Blake's visits to his Navy buddy who lived in Kentucky.

This book kept me up well past the hour of midnight, nights on end. I couldn't wait to see what happened to this charming, endearing, yet frustrating couple.

Actually, the ending left me wanting more. It screamed for a sequel, so I'm pleased that Terry has written more about them in Resolutions. I can't wait to read it and learn what Nora and Blake do with the rest of their lives.

Reviewer: BETTY DRAVIS, author of THE TOONIES INVADE SILICON VALLEY and MILLENNIUM BABE: THE PROPHECY

I finally got fed up and skipped to the end only to find a self serving cliff hanger, meant to induce you to buy the next book. A good editing would have made it a little easier to read since the grammar would have been improved but the plot and characters are irritatingly thin.

I purchased both of Ms. Terry's books, (as requested by a friend) to take along with me on my travels abroad and boy was I glad I did! I got so involved with reading them that before I blinked twice my 15 hour flight had come to an end. Too bad I didn't buy more of her books to read on my flight home!

Having read a novel by Janet Sue Terry about Nora Steel and Blake
Baxter I realized that these two books will be among my favourites. It's not
just a love story, it reveals much more about people's relationships and human
feelings, about possibilities and resolutions.

Nora is the reason I loved this book. She is smart, innocent and chaste.
Not only does she make me see the things she sees, she makes me
feel the things she feels. Nora has a strong personality and deep feelings,
and it's clear why her life in orphanage and her life experience made her
so reserved, especially in her feelings to Blake Baxter, the man who
captured her heart. She is scared of him and tries to set herself free from
him. But as long as your heart is full of love, it can not obey your mind and
you can do nothing with it.

Nora and Blake are two different characters,but they attract each other
like magnets attracts each other. He is wealthy,she is not, he has a family,
she doesn't, he is confident and determined, she is lonely and afraid of
relationships. They seem so different, but they have one thing in common,
something that connects their lifes and souls together-they are in love
with each other.

After all, you get the idea that Janet Terry has written that novel because
she wants the world to know what a good and honorable man Blake Baxter
was and how hard he tried to win Nora's heart, especially after his mother's
and Samantha's evil plan to seperate them.

The mistery of Nora's dissapearance and your desire to know more about
her life is just one of the reasons you want to keep turning pages to find out
what happens next in the second book "Resolutions".

By the way, it's just impossible not to pay attention on how vivid the author
describes Kentucky countryside and the people's lives, like Roy Rollick and
his generous family from London KY. Or an old, kind, recluse named Eligah.
Janet Terry makes them all seem just as real as the people in your own
hometown. Her description of the countrylife in Kentucky is fascinating. She
can make you feel as if you had been there before, she can make you
fall in love with the beautiful and peaceful life in the country.

All I can say is that I enjoyed reading this novel. It gave me an idea that,
"there are lots of possibilities in the world," and if youl ever have problems
just know that "they have resolutions, the trick is in finding them!"

If you want to know more about this novel, and what really happens to
Nora and Blake's relationships read these two books by Janet Sue Terry.

P.S.Being a student of the University in Russia and studing English
as a foreign language, i was glad to have a chance to read "Possibilities,"
last year. Now, my life completely changed, may be because I had some
possibilities in my life, the most important of which took me to Covington,Ky
where I am now being absolutely happy with my biggest love. It was a hard
time for me to get here, but I tried to find resolutions to my problems...

Thank You

Inessa :)

This a book I could not put down. It was capitivating and moving. Nora is a woman who has endured alot and has overcome many obstacles. From growing up in an orphange, being abused as a child, and having to work twice as hard to get everything that life had to offer her. She turned out to be a woman of strength. The author has a way of drawing you into the character's life; when she was hurting or confused so where you. When she finally fell in love with Blake; you were her cheerleading section. This book shows you that anything is Possible. I am on pins and needles to find out what happens next in Book 2. What will happen to Nora next? What about her relationship with Blake? Is there a future?

I was delighted to find this book by a new author who shows talent in bringing characters and places alive. Set in Detroit, Cincinnati, and London, Ky in the 1960's, the author brings these places alive with accurate depictions. I quickly identified with Nora, a young orphan who had to face life after growing up feeling rejected and ugly. She fears intimacy, certain that life will deal her only more pain. But meeting up with Blake, a rich, good looking playboy throws a hitch in her plans to face life alone. As Nora gets involved with other people and their problems, she finds her life opening up. But just like real life, which has its rocky patches, Nora's life is not all smooth. How she deals with her problems and unexpected complications makes for a heart warming story.
This is a wonderful story that touched my heart and made me feel there ARE "Possibilities" out there for each of us. It is a book you find hard to put down with its wonderful story line, detail, and roller coaster of emotions. The book is to be continued and I can't wait for the second book to come out to learn what happens with Nora and Blake.

Dear Janet,

I received your book Thursday, and started reading it immediately. It was
so good that I had a hard time putting it down. I finished it last night, and
am looking forward to the next book, and next one, and next one.

Here are a few things that I particularly liked about your novel:

· The list of characters in the front of the book.
· Your cast of characters were believable.
· The story points to higher morals than going along with the crowd.
· There was a discreet message that setting goals is important to success.
· I agree that regardless of how bad a persons raising is, they can rise above it.
· Frugality - this generation wants everything now, unlike Nora.
· Modesty - Nora's modesty was enduring.

It is true that our choices have consequences, and seemingly small things
have far reaching impact. Though you did not emphasize God's hand in
the lives of the characters, it was easy to perceive. For instance we are
blessed with abundance, so we can bless others, as in the case of Nora,
and her friends at the law firm, helping the orphanage.

No doubt the impact that Beth's words had upon young Nora, molded
her character. Mothers, teachers, and anyone working with children, need
to reflect upon how their words are used, and what impact they will have
on impressionable young children.

If I really took time to reflect on it, I could get many more insights out of
"Possibilities", but these are the ones that jumped out at me.

Of course, I'm telling all my friends about your book, so get on the stick
and finish the next sequel, and quit leaving me hanging.

God Bless,

Bonnie P.

11-13-02
The book moved me to want to call around and check on orphanes
our forgotten children. Out of sight out of mind seems so true.
And the rejection and abuse of this young women made her strong
enough to face her own enemy in love herself. Becouse Nora the young lady had built such strong walls around herself, her falling in love would appear impossible.
Funny how only a week ago a news story focused on orphanes and how alot of them grow up and get into trouble or even end up dead
this fiction book could be real how one young lady choose to make it in this cold world and did so well. the book made me laugh, it made me cry It would be a GREAT MOVIE and I'm wanting
The next book COME ON JANET LET US HAVE IT!!
YOUR fan from LOVELAND I know this is your first book but I hope to read many more from you . YOUR incredable.God bless you for touching this old heart.

Strong dialog, original quotes,and remarkable characters. A thoroughly creative novel that touched my heart. It was the tale of a young girl who is afraid to believe in love, magic, miracles or christmas. Therefore when a really great guy comes along, she tries to push him away. But he keeps right on trying to get through to her. I think the love story is the focus of the book, and yet there was so much more. She was a honest, sincere hardworking woman who made things happen and didn't waste time feeling sorry for herself. In fact when things got tough, she got going. Unlike so many romance novels this one did not depend on sex scenes to carry the story. However, when they did surface, they were at just the right time, and sensitively done in a way that matched the personality of the heroine and the setting. The author had a unique way of stepping into her characters shoes and allow us to really know her. I laughed and I cried, and I felt so good at times and found myself really involved in their lives. I even felt as though they were real people and this was really happening to them. The book had a feeling of Danelle Steele, Nora Roberts, and Dorothy Eden to it. Some of my favorite authors. It was different and entertaining. I'm looking forward to book 2 in the series.

This novel just captivates. It is as simple as that. The author has a way of drawing you into the characters life and making you forget that you have leave when you put down the book. I enjoyed the hours I spent exploring "Possibilities".