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by Linda Howard (Author)
3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (60 customer reviews)

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"Linda Howard is a superbly original storyteller." -- Iris Johansen

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In a split second they were gone . . .

A tragic accident took everything that mattered to Rome Matthews -- his wife, Diane, and their two little boys. And it robbed Sarah Harper of her best friend. In the two years since the tragedy, Sarah has wanted to reach out to Rome, but she knew she needed to stay away, guarding the secret she had kept from him and Diane all those years -- that she was in love with her best friend's husband.

But now Rome needs her. And though another woman will hold his heart forever, Sarah agrees to be his wife, knowing that everything has a price, including love. Then something totally unexpected rekindles her hidden hope that a marriage of convenience will become a union of love. Will Rome keep fighting his own growing need for a woman who dares him to believe there are second chances in life . . . or will he give in to the healing power of love and miracles?

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  • Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: HQN Books (August 1, 2006)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0373771088
  • ISBN-13: 978-0373771080
  • Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5.2 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #271,283 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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16 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars An oldie but a goodie, August 27, 2001
By mirope "mirope" (Seattle, Washington) - See all my reviews
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This book was first published in 1985, and at times it will seem a bit dated. Even though there are exceptions, the idea of the career oriented secretary starting an affair with the hard driving executive has sort of faded out in these times of sexual harrassment and hostile work environments. Nevertheless, if you consider it a bit of a period piece, you'll find this a delightful read. Rome is a sexy, aggressive business man who tragically lost his wife and two young sons in a car crash. A couple of years later he is still deeply grieving, but circumstances force him to spend some time with Sarah, his wife's former best friend and a beautiful co-worker that he has always found attractive. Sarah has long carried a secret torch for Rome, and despite her reservations she is privately thrilled when Rome starts pursing her. Rome obviously has some deep emotional issues to address, and Sarah's patient understanding and loving support allow him to work out those issues. At the same time, Rome's forceful personality help push her out of her cool reserve. The biggest hurdle facing them is that Sarah would love to have Rome's baby, but he is unable to tolerate the thought of another child. There's not much plot here, but the relationship is very intense and manages to carry the book quite nicely on its own. A very satisfying book that you can read again and again.
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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
2.0 out of 5 stars Something Lacking -- Least favorite of Linda Howard Books, March 4, 2001
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I'm a big Linda Howard fan. But I found myself very unsatisfied with Sarah's child. While the plot was okay, I found Rome's complete self-absorbtion to be a real turn-off. And while I liked Sarah for standing for her convictions in some parts of the book, I kept waiting for her to call Rome on being the selfish jerk he was. I was really disappointed in this book and glad that I checked it out from the Library rather than buying it.
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1.0 out of 5 stars I hated the hero in this book, April 18, 2006
This review is from: Sarah'S Child (Mass Market Paperback)
I read this book long ago but I still remember how I hated this book. This was the second Linda Howard book that I hated with a vengeance (the other was 'Independent Wife'). This book seems to be one of those 'hate it' or 'love it' books and it shows Linda Howard's writing ability to be able to pull off that kind of emotional reaction from her readers. In this book, Linda Howard asked a question of "How long should we allow ourselves to grieve?". The grieving person in this book was Rome. Unfortunately I could not find myself sympathize with Rome at all because throughout the book his treatment to Sarah left me cold. Rome was cold, selfish, and all he cared about was sex with Sarah without giving any thought to her needs. Thank God I didn't start Linda Howard with this book or I wouldn't have continued reading her books to this day.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Most Heartbreaking Love Story!
When I first picked up this book at a used book store, I was just getting to know Linda Howard and her ways of writing. Read more
Published 10 months ago by K. S. Perry

1.0 out of 5 stars Love Linda Howard, hated Rome
I could not stand Rome, he ruined the whole story. I usually love most of Howards heroes no matter how arrogant because they seem to really love their women and have some... Read more
Published 13 months ago by m.h.r.

3.0 out of 5 stars OK if you're in the mood for an abusive relationship which heals in the end.
Rome starts dating and marries Sarah as a marriage of convenience. His wife and two children had been killed in a car accident. Sarah provides comfort. Read more
Published 18 months ago by Jane Stewart

2.0 out of 5 stars What a Wimp
Sarah needs to get a life. Waiting around for an arrogant SOB? What a wimp!
Published 19 months ago by Terry P. Ware

5.0 out of 5 stars A Classic
I've actually got a first edition paperback of this one, and last week I finally got the chance to get Linda to sign it too. Read more
Published 20 months ago by Candice S.

5.0 out of 5 stars WOW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
YEP ---- its a DEFINITE WOW!!!! thank goodness i disregarded the negative reviews & took a chance on buying this book - even though in large print it costed a fortune! Read more
Published 23 months ago by Avid Reader

1.0 out of 5 stars Ridiculous story!!
I have read a few other Linda Howard's books, infact "After The Night" is one of my favorites but this one was garbage. The characters were extrememly unlikable. Read more
Published 24 months ago by jennsch78

1.0 out of 5 stars A true piece of literary trash!
This romance novel has always stayed in my head because of the terrible story, the unbelievably obnoxious hero & heroine, and the ludicrous situations that result from their... Read more
Published on May 31, 2007 by YankeeChick

2.0 out of 5 stars Not worth the time
For some inexplicable reason, Sarah has always loved her best friend's husband Roman. Three years after his wife and children were killed in a car accident, a broken Roman asks... Read more
Published on February 28, 2007 by Tracy Vest

3.0 out of 5 stars INTERESTING PAGE TURNER BUT....
I have to agree with "Eye Rolls." Linda Howard is my very favorite author and I had to finish this book in one reading but I did have some problems with the two characters... Read more
Published on January 31, 2007 by Avid Reader

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