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Where Two Seas Met (Cheney & Shiloh: The Inheritance #1)

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The new addition to the story of Dr. Cheney Irons-Winslow was definately worth waiting for. It was all we had ever dreamed it would be. Cheney and Shiloh are on a dream honeymoon. Sailing around in the Carribean on Locke's Day Dream. No seasickness, no rude comments about female doctors, and no hustle and bustle of New York. Then a dreadful storm interupts it all, forcing them to harbor on a small island that Bain in running a spice plantation on. When a mysterious disease forces Cheney to quarentine the island, ship, and themselves, Bain is madder than before, and Cheney and Shiloh aren't sure if they will ever return from their honeymoon! This book is a real thriller, and unlike some parts of Driven With the Wind, really fits the characters and is a true part of the Cheney Duvall M.D. series.

I have read all of the Cheney Duvall series up until now, following each one with late nights as I can't put the book down. As we start the new series with the Irons-Winslow family, I'm excited about the new marriage and the new family that has been begun. I have read other of Gilbert Morris' books, and have loved each one. For those not interested in history, this is a great way to learn while enjoying the lesson. As a doctor, I find the medicine of the time well researched and the struggles of a female physican that I identify with closely. I recommend this series to many people.

I just finished this book about a day ago, and personally, I don't see what's so "disappointing" about it. I loved it and practically had to force myself to savor it, instead of reading it all in one sitting, as I am prone to doing. In fact, I read most parts twice, just to capture everything.

True, a lot of the book is essentially a transition from unmarried to married life. But what's wrong with that? I liked seeing how Shiloh and Cheney adjusted, with a little banter and a little affection thrown in. I would have been disappointed if they had been given to large fits of passion or too many (or not enough) arguments. It was a nice balance, and I found myself hoping for a marriage as sharing as theirs seems to be.

The slow change in Bain was surprising, as I was used to pretty much hating (or strongly disliking) him ever since he made his appearance. Without revealing too much, I'll just say I was happy with how he turned out by the conclusion of the book, leaving things open-ended.

Overall, I found this book to be a much-needed rest from Cheney and Shiloh's dancing around their feelings for each other, as has happened in the entire 8 books before this. They're together, I'm happy, and I can stop tearing my hair out over the matter. I'm looking forward to enjoying the books to come and seeing how they meet the obstacles together.

Once again this dynamic father and daughter duo have captured our hearts in this thrilling historical fiction novel. Cheney and Shiloh are again the main characters in this new series. Readers will be amazed at the wonders of the South Seas as described in this book. The characters express such a love of God and each other in their new marriage. Cheney and Shiloh are familiar to us from other books written by these two authors and it is recommended that you read the first series before embarking upon this one. There are references to other characters and situations that wouldn't be known about otherwise.

The story is captivating and hard to put down. I highly recommend it to everyone! I am awaiting the next novel in this enchanting series.

--- review submitted by Nicole for Christian Bookshelf

As an ardent fan of the Cheney Duvall series, I waited months for the Inheritence series to begin, eager to read more of Cheney's adventures and Shiloh's new-found faith. I was not dissapointed in the newest novel. Lynn and Gilbert Morris are and excelent duo, and this book is definately proof. There is only one thing I have noticed in the writing style that seems changed from the previous ones. I'm sure other fans have noticed also, that because the tension between Cheney and Shiloh has completely dissapeared, so too has the complexity of the plot and style. This element did not detract from the novel, or from my appreciation for the Morris' creativity and imagination. However, it was noticeable and I think worthy of mention. Overall, the novel is a great addition to the series and I am certain that new and old readers alike will absolutely love it.

This is one book you won't want to put down. Where Two Seas Met is a beautifully written historical romance novel by a father/daughter writing team (Gilbert and Lynn Morris). The authors' descriptive and intriguing writing style will capture your heart and make you believe that no matter what obstacles you may come across, there is always a "happily ever after". While reading Where Two Seas Met, you will feel like you stepped back into history and are right there with the characters. And you will fall in love with the strong-willed Cheney and ever-supporting Shiloh.

Look for the "Continuing Saga of the Much-Loved Cheney and Shiloh Series" to be released in April 2004. This is one novel I am eagerly awaiting.

I loved this book, like all other Cheney books it is refreshing and delightful.

i also loved the subtle humor found throughout the book, when you least expect it some funny line will come along and you aren't expecting it at all so you laugh out loud. out of the reviews i have read no one seems to like the pet names they give each other. coming from the eigth book in the Cheney Duval M.D. series, Shiloh calls Cheney "mon chou" it means my cabbage but in french it is also a way of saying sweetheart. Cheney and Shiloh go on their honeymoon only to have a plague, storms, and shiloh's cousin Bain Winslow to deal with.
but constantly you see how shiloh has changed since he accepted God into his heart, and Cheney and Shiloh's undying love for each other.
Although i wasn't expecting this book to be as good as the series before it exceeded my expectations, i would reccomend it because it is as good as any of the other ones.

I think Where Two Seas Met has been vastly overrated. Watch out kids, your hopes will be dashed.

The characters were stiff and phony, behaving entirely unlike themselves. It took me three weeks to get past chapter eight.

I had high hopes for this new series, believing nothing could be worse than the rushed wedding of Driven With the Wind- well, I was wrong.

I'm sure Gilbert and Lynn had nice intentions, and I commend them for their time. I just think they could have done a WHOLE lot better. The feeling I got from the book was as if somebody else had written it. Like it had a rough outline with things they were forced to write in, like "mon chou".

I'm sorry, kids. I'm just as disappointed as you.

Cheney and Shiloh's honeymoon is interrupted by a fierce storm. Sheltering on a small island, they encounter a mysterious fever epidemic that forces Cheney to quarantine the ship, the island, and themselves. Bain Winslow's illegal activities on the island and Shiloh's attempt to reconcile with him further complicate the situation. Is their marriage in trouble before it barely has begun?

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I have mixed feelings on this book. It's a really great book but yet there's kind've a different writing style from the last series that makes it different. But the authors are still able to capture the old Cheney fans attention.

Shiloh and Cheney are on their wonderful honeymoon in the south seas when they stop on a island and find a unusual disease. Cheney has to stop and take care of the people. On the island the couple comes incontact with a huge surprise.

Bain Winslow had to evaluate his life. He thinks the police are after him because of what he did to Cheney but in truth they aren't. Bain and Sweet escape New York and head to the south seas. In the south seas Bain gets spice plantation on a small island. He has a perfect little life for a while but then one day a lot of people get sick and he has to try to take care of them.

This book was really good and the authors do a really good job continuing the story. They are really good in their doctor and ship terms, they must of had to study to be able to write these books. They are wonderfully written. Can't wait until the next book!