We are foster/adopt parents and this book was really helpful. It was the first book I read in our venture to foster troubled children. I have in fact read this book twice. I would recommend this book to anyone who feels they need guidance with severely troubled children and their lack of attachment.

This book focuses on the journey of a child from the birth home through adoption. Hughes explores the reactions of the child, child welfare system, foster parents/foster siblings and eventually the adoption decision. It is one of the best books that takes a hard look at what a childs journey can be and interfaces all of the agencies and therapists that children encounter through placement. It is a very real look at a child that is hurt and damaged because "professionals" do not understand or support children and the people that care for them through that same journey. Hughes does a very good job at providing guidance and options for children within the system.

Having been raising children with attatchment issues for more than 17 years, I was totally thrilled to find this book. It gave true insight to what one deals with when they choose to raise a child with attachment disorder an describes the child's perspective as well. I have bought 2 copies for myself, so I can loan one out (which I have several times) and I have helped others to order the book so they could learn and help heal these children as well. THANK YOU Dr. Hughes for your good work and commitment to these children with such hurting souls.

The story and writing was quite competent, and I thought this was a nice tale in many ways. The main characters were engaging, the secondary characters (Jordan's brothers) were likeable. The plot moved along well and there was enough drama and conflict to make it a fairly interesting read.

Frankly, however, this book did not stand out as being all that remarkable or unique compared to other books in this genre. The thing that I believe made it distinctive was the *very* explicit (compared to other Harlequins) sex scenes. Very. Explicit.

Some readers who are not familiar with Foster's writing may be offended by her extremely spicy love scenes, others may not. In fact, most likely this writer is well-known for her explicit love scenes, and this may contribute to her apparent popularity -- though I confess I am not that familiar with her work (this was my first Lori Foster book).

To readers who could take or leave the explicit sex scenes (I consider myself in that category) then this is not the best choice in Harlequin Romances. There are far better writers (in my opinion) in this romance genre. However, for readers who enjoy the hot sex scenes and don't mind if the plot is only somewhat above average, this would be a good choice.

It`s good book to read not boring actually you will love them all specially Casey i just wish Lori foster will one for Him because the whole family`s story wont be complete without him.

...is the final book for the Buckhorn Brothers series. He has seen his other brothers get married and is not looking to do the same. Then he meets Georgia (a dancer and single mother) in a bar where she works. True to the type of person he is, he ends up helping her out. He gets to know her and her family, and soon, he wants her in his life permanently. She resists mainly because of her previous marriage but Jordan breaks down her barriers. Who can resist this man with the soft voice, kind hands and someone her kids adore? You won't be able to resist him either! It was an enjoyable book that left you feeling good, just like books by Lori Foster generally do. She knows how to write about families and make you care about her characters.

In this book there is a secondary story involving Casey, the son of Sawyer. The book ends with a cliffhanger that makes you want to know what happened to him. According to Lori Foster, when it was written in, there was an expectation that Casey's story would be written. At this time, Harlequin has not decided on this or not. I hope they do, as Casey is as kind and handsome as his father and uncles, and his story should be told. The whole Buckhorn Brothers series was enjoyable and I hope there are more stories from Lori about Buckhorn, Kentucky.

The book was fairly good. The humor in it was very "Fosteresque", which is a good thing in case you haven't read anythign from Lori Foster. However, I found that i enjoyed Treat Her Right much better than Mr. November. Josh is a very likable character, Amanda, on the other hand, isn't. I'm not saying she's a bad character, she isn't, she's rather sweet and i would dare to say that some of you would even indentify with her, to a certain extent, but i found that after viewing Del (Caught in the Act) and Wynn (Treat Her Right), as 2 very independent, sexy, caring and strong women, seeing Amanda was a dissapointment. But she is not as bad as she could have been. The story is nice, but its nothing from the other world. I say it could have been better, but then again I'm a very difficult audience. I recomend it, if you have nothing else to do, or not another book to read.

Heartwrenching. Emotional. Hot. That sums up the last of the “Men to the Rescue” trilogy from author Lori Foster. And saving the best for last, she delivers a story worthy of the man in the hero’s shoes.

Josh Marshall, firefighter and man about town, never missed a chance to razz his best friends when the love bug caught them. But when the tables are turned and the hunky fireman falls head over heels for the woman bent on including him in her charity calendar, it’s a whole different story. He knows that below Amanda Barker’s frosty exterior is a woman waiting for the right man to awaken her passion and he knows that he’s the one.

Amanda has a secret. One that keeps her from enjoying life to the fullest, that drives her to help others, that keeps her from getting close to any man. She’s absolutely sure that Josh Marshall will prove no different. She’s heard about his past; he’s known as quite the lady’s man. But he’s out to prove her wrong. And with the right woman, we watch Josh grow into a caring, sensitive and very patient lover.

The axiom “The bigger they are, the harder they fall” is certainly true in Josh’s case and when it’s his turn at the altar of love, he doesn’t like it one bit when his friends, Mick and Zack, razz him the same way he’d done to them on many occasions. His testiness makes him believable and endearing.

The dialogue’s snappy and the love scenes are hotter than hot. And Ms. Foster has no equal when it comes to creating friendship, camaraderie and the sometimes wackiness that exists between men who are closer than brothers, bonded together, in this case, through their professions.

In the Dear Reader section in the front of the book, Ms. Foster tells us about her research for the story and how it led to meeting the man who heads up the South Florida Firefighter’s Calendar Project. At this time in our history, when the loss of many of these brave men in New York City is still so vivid in our minds and weighs heavy on our hearts, the chance to help others who have been victims of fires was one I couldn’t pass up. (...)

When I read something, and it's good, I become devoted to that work and to the writer who wrote it. So when I picked up my first Lori Foster book, WANTON, I became entirely devoted to reading Lori Foster novels. I picked up TREAT HER RIGHT, again finding myself falling in love with her characters all over again. When I read about Josh in TREAT HER RIGHT I knew I was in for the long haul and Lori didn't let me down. The way she wrote
the love story of Josh and Amanda brought tears to my eyes. Amanda, a girl with a past she believes to be criminal, and Josh, a fireman with a heart of gold. As it turns out, Amanda is the girl of his dreams and no matter what it takes, he has to make her his. Lori brings to life this amazing couple, and shows you that no matter what happens in your life, real love does conquer all. I have read MR NOVEMBER and if like me, you love reading about romance, this is the book to get. So why not go out and pick up this book. You will not be sorry you did. Amanda and Josh's love story is just waiting around the bend to be told. Why not have a listen.

Cindy Blake is new to Whitebrooke. She first came to Whitebrooke as a runaway from a foster home. She soon become the McLeans foster child and is working with the horses. One day, well out on a ride. She finds a beautiful gray Thoroughbred in her neighbours (sp?) back yard. As she leaves, she sees the horse being beaten by it's owners. She goes home and no one beleaves her. At Townsend Acres, half-owners of the racing mare Wonder, Cindy is acused of stealing a watch. She gets in trouble with the foster group and my be taking away. In anger, she goes out on another ride and finds that the horse "Glory" has jumped the paddock fence and is running around in the woods. She takes him home and puts him in a shed, hoping that no one will find him. Will her plan work and will she be able to keep Glory in the shed or will she be taken away and never see Whitebrooke again?

I just finished reading this book last night and it was better than I thought it would be. It is a truly moving story about how crule the world can really be. Four stars.

This is a really good book. Cindy is reasonably sensible and Glory sounds like the perfect horse! If you like horses and racing (and Americans) try this book.

It was an awesome book! You'll get hooked on March to Glory(Glory's real name) and Cindy's love for him and the next 6 books! But don't get TOO attached. Cause starting from #19, Cindy completely forgets about him and gives her heart to a horse named Strom's Ranson, then he dies and she gives her heart and attention to Champion, one of Wonder's. Then I guess when this foal in #20 appears she'll probably forget about Champion like she did with Glory and give her heart to the foal, Honor Bright. Knowing Cindy, it would happen

When I read this book, I was suprised by the way Ms. Foster boldly approached spiritual matters. Keep in mind that this is a Christian book, written with Christian principals and understandings in mind. It's not at all surprising that some of the reviewers, in a nutshell, just didn't get it. Spiritual warfare is real and constant, and one who does not know or believe this may not realize the profoundness of this novel. It's kind of like how some people read the Bible for the wrong reasons (e.g. searching for fallicies, looking for something to argue about, etc.) and totally miss the point. I encourge people, Christians especially, to read this book looking for the message. See how well it lines up with the word, and look for rema. I promise it will be an enlightening experience. Before you read the book, or at least while you're reading it, study Ephesians 6, which lets us know how real spiritual warfare is.
This book is a rare gem of literature, but make sure you read it with your eyes and ears open, if you know what I mean. "Let he who has an ear...."

"Riding Through Shadows" is an enriching tale of an eight year girl named Shirley who's life parallel's that of many young girls with promise who grow up in a dysfunctional environment. Shirley's tale says, "I know that I'm more than, but there isn't anyone or anything around me to affirm or support me." And usually the outcome of that reality almost always ends in catastrophe. However, in "Riding Through Shadows," Sharon Ewell Foster brilliantly shows that no matter how catastrophic the circumstances may be, NOTHING is more powerful than the effectual, fervent prayers of the righteous.

Ms. Foster discloses that the events taking place in Shirley's life have a spiritual connotation. Whatever is happening in the natural, is happening in the Spiritual. This is the wonderful premise by which Sharon Ewell Foster tells Shirley's story. It is here that Ms. Foster allows the genius of her writing to spill over into divine revelation as she takes the reader into the mystifying Spirit realm where Heavenly Hosts and demonic imps abound. Ms. Foster paints an unforgettable and somewhat gruesome picture of what a demon looks, thinks and acts like. She masterfully takes the reader into the mind of the demonic spirit, then cleverly exposes his agenda while capturing the reader by touting prayer as the most effective counteractive weapon to diffuse every evil plot of the enemy.

Ms. Foster demonstrates through her unique and picturesque writing style that when Shirley or any named intercessor prays, those prayers reach the third heaven and the angelic hosts are summoned into action. The resplendent tales of spiritual warfare both captivate and inspire the reader with heavenly victories, which prove to be attainable, as long as prayer is taking place. With "Riding Through Shadows," Sharon Ewell Foster has given her readers a distinctive and effective Spiritual guide to help one move from a disparaging life filled with difficulties, depression and disillusion to one of healing, restoration and victory - all through the awesome power of prayer. Job well done!

I'm so glad I didn't read the editorial review before I read any of Foster's books. I have read Ain't No River, Passing By Samaria and Riding Through Shadows. I absolutely loved Riding Through Shadows. It has a powerful message about spiritual warfare and reminds Christians that this is for real!!!. It reminded me I needed to be constant prayer, can't afford to slip up. It also reminded me of how important it is I pray for my own child. Just think of how close we've come to our breakthrough and we slacked up in the area of prayer and satan was allowed to have control in areas where he has no dominion- keep praying and God's army will do the rest. Foster took a bold step in reminding me and other readers of all of these things. I couldn't put the book down and highly recommend all her books. In fact, I'm buying my best friend all three books. Can't wait to read more from this author.

Hollis Woods is an artist. She's only 11, but she has the gift to draw magnificent works of art. What Hollis doesn't have is a family--she was left on a corner when she was just a baby, and now she bounces from home to home, unable to stay for a long period of time. Once she realizes she's had enough of one foster family, or woman, she packs up her things and runs away for a few days. This pattern continues until she goes to stay with the Reagan family one summer. Suddenly she finds the family she's always dreamed about, and they are excited to adopt her. But Hollis can't quite accept that they truly want her, especially after she causes an accident, so she runs away again.

Giff has created a marvelous book of characters--the social worker, for example, that keeps placing Hollis is a despicable character. You feel it from the start when she spills mustard on herself, though I didn't realize you're supposed to think of her this way until half way through the book, when she spills coffee on herself. Hollis grows a bit through the book, enough to be realistic. The Reagan family is a good family, but not without their struggles. The format is not anything new--the current story is peppered with flashbacks, but it works for this tale. The story itself is plausible, even heartwarming (I was pleased to see a happy ending), and I believe it is the characterization that pushed it up to win a Newbery Honor.

Hollis Woods is a very touching book. It's about a 12-year-old girl who was abandoned in the forest of Hollis Woods, which is how she got her name. Hollis searches from place to place looking for a home that suits her needs, dreams, and wants. Will she ever find her wonderful humble home'?
We really enjoyed reading Pictures of Hollis Woods. It is one of the best and most touching books we have ever read. We really liked this book because it kept us guessing, thinking, and predicting throughout the whole time. We think this book fits all of the needs for a great book. We recommend this book to everyone!!!!!

Pictures of Hollis Woods was an excellent book about a troublesome foster child named Hollis. In the beginning Hollis talked about her old life, and throughout the book she refers back to it, and this was sometimes confusing to the reader. Hollis has traveled from home to home but never finds one that suits her best. Finally, she finds her soulmate, Josie, who is currently her guardian. They go through good times, but have trouble because Josie is getting old and tends to forget things. But soon Hollis begins a new life and is very happy to have a real family. We liked this book because it had realistic characters that you could relate to. We recommend it for everyone who likes a good adventure.

"Big as melons!" Who would have known Uncle Stone was exaggerating

about how big the gold was going to be? The book I am talking about is The

Journal of Wong Ming-Chung, by Laurence Yep. The genre is historical

fiction.

The story takes place in two areas. In the beginning, it's in China

(year 1852) and it ends in America. Uncle Stone wanted to make a better life

for his family by getting gold. At first, everyone agreed with him, but when

they found out the ticket to America cost too much, they didn't know what

to do. Uncle decided to sell one of their lands to pay off the ticket, but the

whole family disagreed with the idea. Everyone knew Uncle was unlucky, but

since Uncle was the oldest, his word was law.

The main character is Runt (also known as Wong Ming-Chung or Bright

Intelligence). Runt was the only one out of the whole family who liked Uncle.

They got along very well and liked spending time together. When Uncle

arrived at Golden Mountain, he sent a letter home requesting for Blessing's

help. Blessing was Runt's older brother, and because of that, the family

decided to send Runt. They didn't want to send Blessing because they were

afraid he might become sick or die. They cared more about Blessing because

he was the oldest and more valuable to them. Runt was very useful at Golden

Mountain. He was very determined to dig and pan for gold, and he got paid

for writing letters.

This book was very good and descriptive. Through most of the book, I

could easily get into the story. The characters were interesting because

they had words as names. For example: Fox. Fox was the boss of Uncle Stone

and Runt. He was sneaky and brilliant. The author was also very

informational. He made the story seem real, but the book was also boring

during a few parts because it was too descriptive and informational. The

book also became confusing sometimes because there were too many

characters to keep track of. You'd get confused with all the new characters'

names and who they were and what they did. Besides that, this book is

pretty good and entertaining.

Young Bright Intelligance (who's usually called Runt because of his small size) and his family live in grueling poverty in rural China in 1851. Hoping to make a name for himself and earn a fortune, Runt's uncle sets out for the gold fields of California. Soon, Runt joins him. He is horrified by barely endurable conditions on the ocean voyage and by the cruelty with which the American miners treat the Chinese. And he soon learns that mining is mostly working long, hard hours for just a small ammount of gold. And the predjudice of the Americans soon escalates into violence. Still, through it all, Runt holds on to his hope of discovering gold and earning a better life for his family. Told through Runt's diary, this book showed what a young immigrant miner in California during the gold rush might have seen, encountered, thought, and felt. An excellant addition to the My Name is America series.

The Journal of Wong Min-Chung is a very good historical fiction book!!!Dispite what someone else said in a reveiw it tells alot of chinese as much as I need to know for now anyways!!!Runt is a young boy from Tiger Rock,China yup and well they hear talk of the golden mountain(The gold feilds in Cali),and they think it sounds so great like you'll make millions since the guest(That's what those relatives of those who dig gold are called)are very rich from there relatives working on the mountain!!!So Runts stubborn Uncle Stone with much fighting with Runts father which is also Uncle Stones brother he is on his way to America claiming to the clan he's bringing home melon sized nuggets!!! Of course that doesn't happen...But Runt's brother Blessing was supposed to be sent to the golden mountain to be with his Uncle,but there parents didn't want him to go so they forced Runt to go instead,and Run suddenly thought his parents hated him for his own parents were willing to risk Runt's life over Blessing's!!!There is so much more to this wonderfully crafted book on the American gold rush,if you want to learn about the gold rush you should read this book!!!

I met Chad Foster about 5 years ago when he visted my school. He's a great guy and his book is excellent. He created the playground tar that they used to put in all of the McDonnalds Fast Food Resturants. He also spoke of keeping great contacts of people no matter what and he was inspiration to me for those few words.

This book is a MUST READ for all teenagers. The book is very easy reading and full of interesting stories about famous people. It has changed my sons life. It has given him direction to pursue what he would really like to do. I'm so glad someone has finally realized that teenagers need more than just education to make in the real world. Way to go, Chad!

Chad Foster relates to students in ways that we can only dream. Chad brings his own experience from the real world into the world of teenagers. He has spoken at three of our middle schools and our students have read his book with great interest. Chad provides a great service that we do not offer in our schools, true life experiences that the children can understand. If you have a mentor program, this is a must read. Students learn how and why they should communicate with other people. Chad uses life experiences from Presidents to Movie Stars to get the attention of the reader. His ability to get the kids to read this book without puttting it down is extrodinary. A must for any schools reading list.

Morgan just reminded me too much of my brother in law and I couldn't help but spend most of the book wondering if my bro in law was EVER going to meet the girl who could runs rings around HIM!

But, anyway, on with the review . . . Morgan is the town control freak - I mean sheriff. He protects his own, and just about everybody in town is part of his "own". This is definately one over protective mama bear protecting the cubs!

And just when Morgan started to think that he needed a wife to complete things - WHAM! In walks his new sister in law and its lust at first sight! Morgan wants her, but knows it probably won't last, so he doesn't want to hurt anyone and keeps his hormones to himself.

Eventually, Morgan realizes he can't live without Misty. And of course, no one would get hurt if they got MARRIED! So, there you go.

My favorite part of this book was Morgan's natural acceptance of Misty's pregnancy by another man. The other guy was a jerk who didn't deserve a family, but Morgan wants what this guy threw away. I liked the fact that Morgan understood the difference between being a the sperm doner and a dad.

I had a wonderful time reading this book. Morgan caught my attention in the 1st book of this series, SAWYER. He's a large, muscle-bound, bad-tempered giant with a marshmallow center. His sister-in-law's sister, Misty Malone, comes to Buckhorn for a visit. She has just lost her job and is currently homeless, among other problems. Morgan and Misty are immedietely attracted to each other. But when Misty introduces herself, Morgan decides he cannot get involved with her sexually because she is family. Misty has sworn off men after her experiences with her ex-fiance and father. Morgan wants her to leave town immediately and stop flirting with his brothers, but once he learns about her problems he has a change of heart. Morgan and Misty's story is fun, funny, sexy, and touching. The secondary characters are Morgan's fabulous, gorgeous, sexy brothers. I like the family feel to this book and can't wait for Gabe's story next month.

Morgan, the second in the quadruple-title series from Lori Foster, won't let down Hudson fans. As with Sawyer, the book's cover is a disappointment that doesn't come close to how I see Morgan Hudson, but the story is just as entertaining as what I've come to expect from Ms. Foster.

An insufferable man, whose middle name should be "Control", Morgan Hudson is about to learn what it means to be felled by a tiny slip of a woman, what it means to lose that control. The woman in question, Misty Malone, has a lot of things on her mind and getting involved with the local sheriff is not one of them. She's convinced he can't stand her and that suits her just fine. Trouble is, that's not how Morgan feels at all and he has a hard time coming to terms with what he wants and why he wants it.

Misty and Morgan are temperamentally matched - not exactly the ideal for either to win an argument, and there are plenty of battles between these two strong-willed characters. The ice-cream cone battle of wills in Morgan's office is priceless. I actually gasped with the characters at one point. But as Misty learns to accept Morgan for who he is, and comes to love him all the more for it, she also comes to realize that behind the gruff exterior is a gentle man with bouts of insecurity when it comes to her. He also seems to have a devil of a time uttering those three little words.

The showdown between these two, in front of the sheriff's office [and the whole town], is wrenching and humorous and my heart went out to Morgan. It's always fun to watch a tough guy struggle with the realization that he's fallen in love and this tough guy was no exception. The bigger they are, the harder they fall.

Although this installment didn't have the same level of humor as the first, the story again features the entire Hudson brood in kitchen scenes where the easy camaraderie of the men in the family -- who tease, torment, defend and protect their siblings (and spouses) - are a delight to read. We also are introduced to more of the town's residents and to Honey and Misty's father.

Each Hudson is taking on a personality of his own and I'm looking forward to learning more about Gabe.

This wonderful anthology seems dedicated to those women who believe that it is possible to wear thigh-high hosiery without a wobbly wodge of flesh overhanging the delicate lacy tops, or that an intricately engineered bustier can be removed by a hunk without leaving nasty red welts on tender flesh!! For the rest of us whose chunks and curves can't handle Sears' best, let alone Victoria's Secret, this is a delightful trip down fantasy lane, complete with sexy guys, sensually unawakened heroines and happy endings all around. Suzanne Forster unbuttons a modern day Gibson Girl, Lori Foster continues her tales of the Winston brothers (don't miss Chase Winston's story in "Charmed" - it's a howl!!), Kimberly Randall dresses true love in a sinful costume, and Maggie Shayne shows us that efficient secretaries can be sexy too! All these stories are great fun, with a pleasing dash of eroticism built into their characters. I would be unable to pick a personal favorite, they are all charming tales peopled with fascinating characters. I highly recommend this anthology as a wonderful summer or airline read - the short stories allow you to put the book down for a while if necessary - although you'll probably want to streak through all of them at once as I did.

Four stories, each fun in their own way, make up this anthology where lingerie plays a part in the story. Oddly enough, the headliners, Suzanne Forester and Maggin Shayne, deliver less interesting and sesnual stories than Lori Foster and Kimberly Randell. Though there were a lot of masks in this book and a bit of repetition, it was still highly enjoyable reading I would recommend to others. Still, I wonder why they called it sinful when it read no more sexually than an average book?

Courtesy of A Romance Review

Four fantastic short stories led you via the world of fantasies. All four authors had their own way of writing men's fantasies with the magic of lingerie - feathers, leathers, laces, masks, etc. With these erotic elements, this anthology would surely leave you breathless and your blood pressure racing! Sinful wasn't really sinful but a little erotic, funny and interesting. I recommend this book to all readers who love fantasies and daydreaming. After reading through this book, you might consider buying a new set of lingerie for yourself!