Tempest in Eden [LARGE PRINT] (Hardcover)

by Sandra Brown (Author) "This is a cabin in the woods?..." (more)
Key Phrases: Sandra Brown, Ian Douglas, Reverend Douglas (more...)

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"A masterful story-teller, carefully crafting tales that keep readers on the edge of their seats". -- USA Today --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Description
A romance by the best-selling author of Charade follows the growing relationship between Shay Morrison, a nude artist's model, and Ian Douglas, a conservative minister who disapproves of her lifestyle but cannot resist her. Reissue. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 261 pages
• Publisher: Thorndike Press (May 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0786222948
• ISBN-13: 978-0786222940
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.8 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars See all reviews (19 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,054,019 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT!!!, February 15, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Tempest in Eden (Mass Market Paperback)

TEMPEST IN EDEN is the love story of Shay Morrison, a nude model and Ian Douglas, a minister. They meet one weekend at the request of their newlywed parents(Shay's mother and Ian's father). What a weekend! The sexual tension was sky high and the verbal drawls were hilarious. No matter how different their careers and views are, nothing could stop their attraction from excalating into a full blown love of a lifetime. I deeply respected Ian's religious beliefs because even though he desperately wanted Shay, he did not succumb to temptation. I admired Shay for being so comfortable with her sexuality and proud of her career. It was wonderful to see these two unique people become two halves of a whole. Their characters grew throughout the book and learned to fully accept each other and compromise when it was needed. This is a wonderful read worth your time and money. You'll love it. Trust me!

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars SANDRA BROWN IS A REAL TRENDSETTER!!, July 19, 1999

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This review is from: Tempest in Eden (Mass Market Paperback)

I can't get over the fact that this book was originally published in 1983 under the pseudonym Rachel Ryan. Sandra Brown was ahead of her time! This story was so different and wonderful. The characters were very human and extremely likeable. I loved the fact that they both worked thru the preconceived notions they had of one another. This story deals with people of substance. I loved that Ms. Brown made Ian take his job as a minister seriously, yet he still followed his heart as well. I thought it was terrific that Ian was able to love Shay for who she was , without compromising us own beliefs. I loved that the author showed respect for different faiths as well. Sandra Brown is an expert at tackling strong topics. She can pull anything off gracefully. This book is funny, intense and very romantic! Buy this book!

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Food for the Romantic Gods, November 27, 2005

By	susieq "sportiersusieQ" (U.S.A) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Tempest in Eden (Mass Market Paperback)

Eureka!
This true Romantic has found the mother load..It's food for the Romantic Gods!
QUESTION: what's more precious than all the Gold in Fort Knoxs' ...?!
ANSWER: a True to life love story, that you can sink your teeth into & enjoy each delectable,delicious tasty morsel bite...yummieee!
Tempest in Eden by Sandra Brown is a gold mine of love you'll forever cherish.

Wow talk about SIN-suality at it's best, I like the Hero (Ian)truly his character spoke volumes oppose to the person he is and was. Especially,when you think of the old adage NEVER JUDGE A BOOK By it's Cover! Can you say HOTTIE...a lover likes to no other...pleazze to me it was even a bigger turn on that he was a man of the cloth so to speak(teehee!)Nor did it take away from the story that the setting was of a another time or age...heyyy that made it all the Better for this Romantic!

What a guy!!! I must admit the beginning of the story did throw me for a loop but this READ is a keepsake. I love how Ms. Brown handle the two lovers head on, in this love story...I'm sooo glad she didn't choke-up or shy away from telling it like it is!
Superbly &wonderful was this classy story told.

Most of all Ms. Brown was True to the feelings of how a man &woman should feel regardless of religion or back ground., with matters of true love are in the mix. I got such a FEEL GOOD feeling ,when Shay...(I love that name!) found herself and grew. You go girl...NOW...that's what I'm talking about...yesss!
I read this Love story twice,and I promise you it wont be my last !!!
THANKS Ms. Brown for the sweet & tasty lovely treat for it fed my fires,passions & desires most complete!
susieQ