Pretense (Contemporary Romance) [Paperback]

Lori Wick (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: July 1, 2005

All dressed up in a fresh new cover, Pretense, the bestselling novel from Lori Wick is ready for a brand new generation of readers.

Marrell, a happily married army wife, adores her family, but throughout her life she’s felt something missing. When she discovers that the void is spiritual, she is afraid to tell her husband. Will he understand that he cannot meet all of her needs, and that she cannot meet all of his?

Covering the lives of Marrell and her two daughters, Mackenzie and Delancey, from the 1970s to the 1990s, Pretense is a character–rich novel written from Lori’s heart that shows the patient love of God and the promise of His forgiveness for all who seek Him.

Product Details

• Paperback: 708 pages
• Publisher: Harvest House Publishers; Repack edition (July 1, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0736916881
• ISBN-13: 978-0736916882
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.5 x 1.4 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (113 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #284,633 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars tear-jerking, March 23, 2000

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Denise - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pretense (Contemporary Romance) (Paperback)

I'm a very big fan of Lori Wick and I believe this to be one of her best books. I can see the main characters vividly and feel their joy and pain. I've never read a book which follows the characters from childhood to adulthood. Mackenzie and Delancey were like friends to me. It was amazing to read about their lives the way the author portrayed them. There were so many facets to the characters. I've read this book twice and will probably read it time and time again. It has some strong Christian viewpoints and shows how God's love can change even the hardest of hearts. If you like to be moved both emotionally and spiritually, I recommend this book to you. Wonderful!

11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An Honest Review, July 30, 2004

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Lauren (Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pretense (Contemporary Romance) (Paperback)

I have read this book a few times now and also ALL of the reviews listed for it on this site. I am an avid fan of Lori Wick. I can understand people's complaints about "Pretense" being too long and also having graphic detail. But the truth is, I find this book to be a refreshing change for Lori. In every other book her characters are perfect to the point that their only faults are they lost their temper or something. Pretense is a realistic book. Delancey and Micki get involved in worldy things and Lori does go into detail but I think this only adds depth to the book and helps people to relate to the mistakes they may have made in their own lives. I think it is a great witness to non-christians and I wouldn't have any hesitation recommending it. Also, although Pretense is long, I think that only helped increase the realism of the story and let us know the characters more. It had sad, depressing moments but it was true to life. If you want to read a book that is full of light hearted moments then don't read Pretense. But if you want a book that will captivate you and will remind you of God's presence in our lives no matter what the circumstances then definitely read "Pretense".
Also, on another note... while writing reviews can people please try to remember that while it is okay to give their opinions on a book it is entirely different to personally critise an author. I think that's wrong.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I loved it!, July 16, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Pretense (Contemporary Romance) (Paperback)

this book was wonderful! not overly adventurous or romantic, but just fun. i was able to "follow" the characters around and be "involved" in their lives. i very much enjoyed reading about all their joys and struggles and events in their lives. i enjoyed reading about them, "watching" them grow and change. i was sad when the book ended, because i wanted to stay in their lives longer and share more experiences with them.