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Tides of the Heart

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In 1968, teenager Jessica Bates stayed at the Larchwood Hall for unwed mothers until she gave birth to a little girl that she gave up for adoption. Over the ensuing years, Jessica began to help her friends find the infants they gave up, but also learned that her own baby died. Jessica married, had three other children, and since divorced.

Three decades after giving up her child, Jessica receives a cryptic message that the little girl lives. She thinks it has to be a hoax, but cannot ignore the message. Jessica is happy to have a friend accompany her on her search for her daughter, which starts with the girl's father, Richard Bryant. Though fearing what she will learn, Jess realizes she must know and prays that she can one day hug her "little girl".

TIDES OF THE HEART, the sequel to SINS OF INNOCENTS, is a warm relationship drama that provides the story of Jessica, a prime mover in the first novel. The angst-laden story line will steal readers' hearts as the characters struggle with deceit and revelations that shake the very core of their essence. Jean Stone is one of the leading writers of deep relationship tales that tug at the souls of the audience.

Harriet Klausner

This is the first Jean Stine book that I have read and I'm ready to order more. Great characters.

What a pleasant surprise to see a sequel to Ms. Stone's excellent book, SINS OF INNOCENCE, a story of 4 unwed girls who gave up their babies for adoption. This book reminds me of why Ms. Stone is my favorite romance author. She knows how to write about women's feelings and the friendships between women with Jessica and Ginny as the lead characters (P.J. passed away in the previous book and Susan is out of the picture). Again, she manages to touch my heart with all the emotion and compassion that she portrays in this book. I love the way she writes dialogue. Her description of Martha's Vineyard sounds quaint and inviting, like someplace I would like to visit soon.

I found myself spending every waking moment reading this book and waiting to see what would happen next, but didn't want the book to end. Great work, Ms. Stone! I am anxiously awaiting your next wonderful novel.

Descriptions of characters and locations were great. Good easy ready. Thought somewhat predicable-everyone happy in the end but would recommend to read. Good author.

If you care whether filthy language and explicit sex scenes are in the novels you buy, save your money and skip this one. The plot was intriguing, but couldn't get through it.

I really enjoyed this story! It was one of those you hate to end. Will read more of her books!!

There is no need to hesitate when deciding to purchase this Jean Stone book! It is wonderful. The characters are well-developed and multi-faceted and the reader will soon find themselves caught up in this book. The reader will feel a part of the quest as the main character, Jessica, seeks to find the truth about the daughter she gave up for adoption all those years ago. Secrecy abounds in the book as slowly the reader begins to realize what has happened to this daughter she had given up for adoption. The book is very realistic in portraying the family dynamics involved when this mom has the desire to find this "lost child". It is also wonderful how the author takes the time to really develop the other main characters as well. From the opening prologue, the reader will be intrigued to learn who this "mystery character" is----which will not be revealed to the last section of the book. This book is not your typical romance---it is much, much more. The reader will love as the truth slowly comes to light..... Excellent reading material!

A story that kept you wondering. A beautiful story about two young girls who shared the same experience and a dark secret. The bond between them was the kind of bond all friends should have. I hope Ms. Stone continues her story. Ms. Stone's first book "Sins of Innocence" (which I have not read yet) is the beginning of Jess and Ginny. I am searching high and low to find "Sins" and I know it will be just as good as this one. Share this one with a friend.