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And The Truth Shall Set You Free, June 3, 2008
This review is from: Too Little, Too Late: A Novel (Paperback)
There are very few sequels that I really enjoy. There are even fewer three- peats that I enjoy, but author Victoria Christopher Murray pulled out all stops with Too Little,Too Late. Jasmine Larson Bush is back and is still trying to help God with all her schemes and lies. Only, this time Jasmine's schemes and lies not only affect her life with her husband, Hosea, but they follow her across the country and Brian, her baby daddy, becomes caught up in the mix. But, as always, God shows up and reminds her that He is in charge and does not need her help.
In June 2006, Jasmine and Hosea are living the good life. They have overcome the many obstacles that caused division in their marriage in the last book. As the couple head to the altar to renew their vows and start anew, Jasmine still has a few secrets she cannot quite tell her husband. When Hosea announces that the family will be moving to Los Angeles for three months, Jasmine is worried, but confident her secrets will be safe.
Also in June 2006, Alexis follow her husband to what she suspects is a secret rendevous. Can their marriage survive when Brian's secret come to light?
In August 2006, the couples meet, and not under the best of circumstances. Hosea and Jasmine agree to meet with Brian when Alexis happens upon the scene. What she sees sends her world spiraling out of control.
Will the lives of these two couples ever be the same? You have to read Too Little, Too Late and find out the answer. Be prepared because there are some jaw dropping moments that will have you screaming, gasping and laughing out loud. I loved how Victoria wrote this novel in three parts. Jasmine and Hosea's story, Brian and Alexis' story and then the story of Jasmine, Hosea, Brian and Alexis. Also, it is always a pleasure to read about Mae Francis, a wise woman with a past like Jasmine's, who has made a complete turnaround. I highly recommend this book.
Jeanette
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars
You Made Your Bed, Now Lie In It!, May 24, 2008
This review is from: Too Little, Too Late: A Novel (Paperback)
Jasmine is a wicked and immoral person who gets what she wants regardless of who she has to hurt. She has done many unpleasant things to people in the past and as a result now has many old secrets. Jasmine marries, Mr. Hosea Bush, a minister, who has accepted Jasmine's devilish ways. Hosea stuck with Jasmine through good and bad times and accepted the past as the past as they tried to maintain a healthy marriage together as a family. Jasmine's daughter, Jacqueline, was the main reason that Hosea stayed with Jasmine. When Natasha reappears in Hosea's life, all hell begins to break loose. She begins to intimidate Jasmine with her little skills and tactics to gain Hosea's love. Jasmine is no fool, though. Game always recognizes game!
Brian Lewis, the father of Jasmine's child's, has problems with his wife, Alexis. She thinks that he is being unfaithful to her. Brian is forced to prove to her otherwise, and that may entail digging up old secrets from the past.
"Too Little, Too Late" by Victoria Christopher Murray is an excellent read. It is one of the best sequels I've read! This book is definitely a page turner and I will be looking forward to more of Murray's books in the future. Keep up the good work!
Reviewed by: Tekisha
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6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
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(4.5 Stars) Forgivin' Ain't Forgettin', May 22, 2008
This review is from: Too Little, Too Late: A Novel (Paperback)
Victoria Christopher Murray has come again with a new and improved Jasmine! Or has she really improved? Jasmine and Hosea have returned with a stronger love complete with baby Jacqueline and the infamous dry witted Mae Frances. This power couple has really grown in their ministry although Jasmine is still battling the old man as her past lies continue to haunt her. Hosea has accepted Jacqueline as his very own flesh and blood child while his love for Jasmine grows stronger each day as he witnesses the changes in her growth as a Christian.
Upon the renewing of their vows, the family has to temporarily move to California and it's stirring up mayhem in Jasmine's equilibrium with the close proximity to Brian Lewis, Jacqueline's biological father. In the midst of this storm, Jasmine faces one of her toughest trials, an adversary that is even more devious than she was in her past! In his quest to assure Jasmine of his love and loyalty to her and their wedding vows, Hosea is also battling the demons of the flesh as passionate memories of his past relationship with his old flame, Natasia Redding.
Too Little Too Late is a must read for an update of the latest drama revolving around the legendary Jasmine Larson Bush! I thoroughly enjoyed the unveiling of Jasmine as well as the insight of Hosea as being a full blooded man as well as a man of GOD! She challenges you with the thin lines between love and hate, lies by omission or commission. Ms. Murray also shows you the ease with which one may get caught up in evading small pieces of information that quickly builds until there is a definitive wall blocking what was once open and honest communication in a relationship. Ms. Murray gives Christian Lit an enlightening as well as inspirational voice that is not intimidating, restricted, or too monotonous. The scenes are intense and have you anticipating each page as each layer of the characters are revealed. The characters are easy to relate to, the situations are most definitely believable, and the reactions are real which in my opinion classifies this as an excellent read!!! Great job Ms. Murray!
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