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Whispered Promises (Arabesque)

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The second installment from Brenda Jackson introduces us to tall, dark, and sensual Dex Madaris and his exwife Caitlin. Caitlin's father could not except her marriage to Dex 11 years her senior after their whirlwind courtship, he forced her to chose between her love of her husband or the love of her father.

Dex was hurt when Caitlin did not join him in Australia as they had planned he was devastated when he received divorce papers and Caitlin's wedding ring through the mail. He kept his love for her buried as he struggled to forget her. Four years passed, Dex and Caitlin are summoned to her fathers deathbed as he reveals they were never divorced and Dex learns about the daughter he never knew he had.

Dex vows to make a home with his family, Caitlin desires to recapture the love she and Dex once shared and that she still feels for him. Dex is not willing to uncover his buried love for Caitlin his Madaris pride has suffered and he does not want a repeat performance. However, danger lies ahead as someone is trying to kill Caitlin and Dex must protect her and find the reason. In that true Madaris style, Dex's committment for family awakens the love for his wife that refuses to remain asleep.

We are also introduced to Trevor and Corinthians as their love story unfolds.

This is the second the Brenda Jackson's trilogy about the Madaris brothers: Justin, Clayton and Dexter. Doctor, lawyer and no, not an Indian chief -- but a geologist. He is the second of the Madaris brothers. According to the youngest brother, Clayton, Dex is a member of the "pain and suffering club." Four years before the book opens, Dexter pursued Caitlyn in a whirlwind courtship that resulted in a marriage so quick that their families weren't able to attend. She was 21; Dexter was 32. When Caitlyn's manipulative father has a heart attack, she's torn between a father who has raised her since her mother's death and her new husband. She chooses her father and refuses to accompany Dex to Austrialia, where he's been sent on a job. When Dex finally decides to go get his young bride, he gets divorce papers and Caitlyn's wedding ring in the mail. The marriage is over. OR IS IT? Four years later, Caitlyn's father makes a death bed confession. He's never had the divorce papers filed. Caitlyn and Dex are still marriage. Dex is in for another shock when he meets Jordan, the current center of Caitlyn's life. The book abandons what could be an easy formula and carefully develops the characters. This is important to Brenda Jackson's work because the characters make cameo appearances in her other novels. Humor is another important part of Jackson's style. The seduction scene between two minor characters, Trevor Grant and Corinthians Avery, is a classic. The tension between the two extend beyond this novel into Jackson's follow-ups. There are plans for them to have their own story. Devoted Brenda Jackson readers can hardly wait.

"Whispered Promises" continues the Madaris family saga. In this story, Dex Madaris, the second of those tall, dark, handsome Madaris men, is reunited with his estranged wife, Caitlan. Through misunderstandings, they have been separated for four years. Caitlan's father's illness separated them four years prior and now another illness of Caitlan's father reunites the couple. This time, while dying, Caitlan's father sends for Dex because he wants to correct the wrong committed earlier. After arriving, Dex agrees to watch out for Caitlan.

Unknowingly, feelings which were never buried or completely brought to fruition, surfaces for both, Dex and Caitlan. Not only do their love for each flourishes, but Dex discovers he has a daughter, Jordan. Can Dex and Caitlan's love survive and be rekindled from Caitlan's whispered promises of the past?

This story is another of Brenda Jackson's best. Each book surpasses to another level. Love your stories, Ms. Jackson!

Dex and Caitlin had been seperated for over four years causing Dex to be miserable ,but when Caitlin's father sends for Dex while he is on his deathbed that all changes. Dex and Caitlin thought they were divorced ,but her father reveals that the divorce never went through meaning they were still were legally married,but when Caitlin's father dies they have to make a decision on what to do about the marriage. Things start to happen leading them to decide whether are not they want to stay married. This book was good.

Wonderful story! Brenda Jackson's storyline about the Madaris' family is great and those Madaris' brothers are the Bomb!

"Whispered Promises" is the story of Dex Madaris and the love of his life, Caitlan. Even though there is a 11 year age difference, they are in love. They are faced with problems, but through it all, they overcome the stumbling blocks and their love flourishes.

Not only do we learn of Dex's and Caitlan's story, but Ms. Jackson continues to keep us informed of Justin and Lorren, Clayton and all the other Madaris' family and friends.

Much love to Ms. Jackson.

Brenda Jackson is one of my all time favorite authors. Each of her books makes it seems as if you are right there with the characters.

In this book Dex meets Caitlan during and interview at his uncle's ranch. There is an immediate attraction. The only thing is her age. But soon age is nothing but a number and they get married fast.

Caitlan is torned between the love of her life and the love of her father. She chooses her father but never stops loving Dex.

On her father's death bed he reveals a secret to bring Dex and Caitlan back together again. Now they try again to rekindle the love that they once had. But Dex is scared to give his heart back to Caitlan for fear that she will throw it away again.

But love conquers all and the passion between them is too strong for Dex not to take notice. He falls hard once again.

This is such a great book you will not be dissapointed with any of Mrs. Jackson's books. Also she gives you a sneak peak of another one her great books with Trevor and Corinthian(Fire and Desire).

Ms Jackson has done it again. Whispered Promises was great. Dex and Caitlyn story is so amazing to me. They both loved the other so much that no one new has been in there life. Dex through himself into work will Caitlyn was into her father and daughter. I really enjoyed the fact that Caitlyn's father played a part in breaking them up but in the end he played a part in getting them back together. Dex is a man's man. Once he was told of his child he was ready to step in with no questions asked. The love the two share is special. I really did love it.

Caitlin and Dex were born to be together. Caitlin's father should have told her before he was on his death bed about them not being divorced. But, better late than never. When they got together the second time, I think Dex new this was a more mature Caitlin. She was very smart and could hold her own. Dex was a successful businessman. He worked even harder when he thought he had lost her. I am glad they worked everything out. Jordan was an added joy. Another Great story by Ms. Jackson

Well to say it in a brief statement, Brenda has done a splendid job writing. I get so carried away with the Madaris Brothers that it just makes you want MORE. You will so excited that you can't put the books down. I have read all of Brenda's Books in print and waiting for more. I know that the Madaris story has to end somewhere but with her creativity I know the rest will be just as fulfulling as these. Keep up the good work Brenda.

I rated this book 5 stars because it kept my attention and I felt it was very interesting (I even lost sleep reading). You just Can't Put it down.

WoW i love this story great romance. she was way young but who cares KEEPER KEEPER.