The Way Home (Arabesque) (Paperback)

by Angela Benson (Author)

Editorial Reviews

Review
Marlena Rhodes returns to her home town of Gaines for a visit only to discover that the past she left behind is still fresh in her memory. As a successful attorney in Washington, D.C., Marlena has made a name for herself and the wealthy black society people of Gaines are clamoring to meet her. They may be dazzled by her name and her reputation, but deep down Marlena is still Josie Rhodes' daughter and Josie hadn't been accepted by most of the people in Gaines. When she comes face-to-face with her ex-love, Marlena remembers why she loved Winston Taylor so much and why she'd said goodbye. She never knew what Winston saw in her-as the son of one of the wealthiest black men in Gaines, he could have had any girl he wanted. But he'd wanted Marlena. Winston convinces Marlena to help him with his project called THE WAY HOME. The idea is to convince Gaines High graduates to return to Gaines after college and help the town prosper. Marlena is in the perfect position to woo potential employers for the project. But the past is still unresolved and Winston can't forget how much he'd loved Marlena-- or how it had hurt when she'd left him. Starting over means burying the past, but there are secrets that threaten to destroy Marlena and Winston's second chance at love. Angela Benson's writing is fresh and crisp. Her characters and dialogue are real and readers will care about Winston and Marlena. Secondary characters also have a chance to shine in The Way Home and Cheryl and Marty's story is compelling as well. The only weakness in the plot is the circumstances that drive Winston and Marlena apart. This reviewer would have liked a more compelling reason for Winston and Marlena's ten year separation, but this is only a minor flaw in an otherwise well-written tale. Angela Benson shines brightly as one of romances finest ethnic authors! A realistic, romantic tale of regaining lost love! Ms. Benson writes from the heart and it is reflected in her characters. Readers will be thrilled with Angela Benson's newest love story! Fans of the author won't be disappointed-- and new readers will be charmed!Kristina Wright -- Copyright © 1994-97 Literary Times, Inc. All rights reserved -- From Literary Times

Product Description
Returning to her Georgia hometown after burning out, attorney Marlena Rhodes confronts Winston Taylor, the high-school sweetheart she had left behind, and the pair slowly reconciles when they team up for a special project. Original.

Product Details

• Paperback: 297 pages
• Publisher: Pinnacle (March 1, 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786003731
• ISBN-13: 978-0786003730
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,862,684 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars This book is a definite page-turner! Couldn't put it down!, January 23, 2000

By A Customer

I loved this story. Marlena and Winston prove that love does indeed light the way home. I was drawn into this story from the first page, and by the last, I was wiping tears from my eyes. Marlena and Winston are a dynamic, engaging, very real couple who faced real problems (a snob of a mother being only one of them). I especially enjoyed the fact that Winston and Marlena weren't described as classically good-looking; all their attractiveness and love for each other came from who they were inside and from the obstacles they overcame to be together.

What I loved best about this story was the central couple's interaction with Cheryl and Marty, as well as with Patrice and Raymond. I hope that Ms. Benson is planning another story so that I can find out what happened with them. The genuine caring and concern among the three couples was something I don't often see in romance novels.

Excellent job, Ms. Benson! I look forward to your next novel.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I really enjoyed this one, June 7, 2000

By	MsKMLittle "msklittle" (Chicago, Il USA) - See all my reviews

This book was enjoyable, laughable, sensual,compassionate and full of heart. I loved the storeline between Marlena and Winston and don't forget their friends Chery and Marty. This was truly a beautiful story about friends, family and lovers; who were once lost, but now are finally found. It was a beautiful story to tell about the way back home.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars AN EXCELLENT STORY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!, July 23, 1999

By A Customer

The Way Home is romance at its best. The story of Marlena and Winston, a couple reunited after many, many years, working to see if they can recapture their "magic" is wonderful. The love scenes are hot! Then, there's the side story of Marlena and Winston's best friends that's really good, too!!!! This is one of the best romance novels you will ever read!!!!!!