I particularly enjoyed the authors use of prose, I could most certainly envision Manderley, its Morning room, the garden outside, the workers cutting the grass and the smell of the flowers, grass and the ocean breeze. Her characters were strong in their parts even though Mrs. DeWinter # 2 was young and dumb but with the help of evil Mrs. Danvers she finally showed her colors and stood by Maxim, even though he shot his wife! I thought that was amusing. Had to be the period.

Good story and I can see why it is timeless.

John Shors provides a masculine touch to a haunting love story that survives the ages. His recall of history was only slightly embellished and provided good conversation. This book got a thumbs up from the Melting Pot Book Club and comes highly recommended as a good read.

Eric Larson was at his best, yet again. His boook gives you a different perspective on Roosevelt, Congress and the political body at large. The bias in not only Germany but the US. How they snubbed a truly sensitive and intellegent man who was merely trying to do his job.Great research and enjoyable reading.

Lucinda Riley has a terrific way of telling a story. Her research into Brazil, it\\\\\\\'s people and their events was spellbinding. Paris in the 20\\\\\\\'s was a treat to read. Once you finish this book you want the next one.

The basic story was good but the author droned on and on in many chapters making it difficult to want to keep on reading.