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Reviews
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Island of Deceit Poarch’s third “Quest for the Golden Bowl” novel does not disappoint. The characters have distinctive voices that demand to be heard, and happily, they have something to say. Long, Hot Nights Candice Poarch presents with her second novel in the “Quest for the Golden Bowl” series. I give Ms. Poarch the highest respect for consistently providing her readers with quality works. Golden Night …The diversity of the characters that are brought into this story is fantastic…These people, in a word, are fun. Golden Night is a great first step in what I think will be an excellent trilogy. A whodunit mixed with the story of real love succeeding against all odds. …Golden Night is worth recommending. It has quite a few surprises, solid writing, eclectic, eccentric, likeable characters, and themes involving family history… Bittersweet “I really enjoyed Bittersweet in its entirety. The combination of romance, comedy, mystery and intrigue...features a man with the capacity to love and unafraid of responsibility. Bittersweet tells the story of life's sudden unexpected turns and how different people choose to meets those challenges. I would definitely recommend Bittersweet as a book club selection.” “I really enjoyed the dynamics of Desiree’s family in Bittersweet. Sometimes when I read a book I get left with the feeling that other families out there are "normal" and mine is the only one with quirks. Candice portrayed family in a very real way and...shows the power of character...” “...engaging presence... throws real sparks...” Discarded Promises Family Bonds Courage Under Fire “COURAGE UNDER FIRE speaks to the ideals of family and forgiveness.” Lighthouse Magic “Lighthouse Magic by Candice Poarch is a love story embellished with the quest for identity and the determination to stand up for oneself....an emotional and evocative tale.” “LIGHTHOUSE MAGIC is a romantic mystery set in a small town....Ms. Poarch does an excellent job in describing the idyllic community and it inhabitants. The characters, buildings and scenery are written with such vivid detail that you can almost see and hear the scenes unfold before you....” “I loved the way that Ms. Poarch kept the story exciting....” Bargain of the Heart “Imagine how you would feel if you couldn’t read your best friend’s letters, or the electric billl, or a storybook to your pre-schooler. Candice Poarch writes with compassion about the unique confines of the imprisonment.of illiteracy in Bargain of the Heart....With equal fervor, she tells the relationship-affirming of marriage’s milepost–the contemplation of divorce–makred as an opportunity for discovery and renewal. For teacher Crystal Dupree and her attorney husband, Richard, the decision to give their marriage 3 months of courtship lets the pair rediscover what they first loved about each other. Their agreement, urged by Richard and agreed to by Crystal–even though she believes he’s more Devoted to his work than to their marriage–unleashes moments of reflection and sheer unbridled fear as together they find that the purest, most priceless agreement is a Bargain of the Heart.” “This is the first book by Candice Poarch that I've read. It had all the elements that I enjoy in a book -- romance and a bit of a mystery all in one....As much as I enjoyed this book by Candace Poarch, I know I will be looking for more of her work. For fans of romance and suspense, this one is highly recommended for an enjoyable read.” “...strongly developed characters and an interesting storyline....” “This is a story of the work that couples must put into a marriage to remember why they got married in the first place.” “...enough spark and romance for the most romantic among us, especially poignant in a story of a second chance at love....Summer is the perfect season to watch hearts grow and love blossom for a second time in Candice Poarch's BARGAIN OF THE HEART.” “....Richard’s transformation was interesting to watch....Crystal’s involvement in the community with her elder neighbors was also inspiring.....I’ve read several of Ms. Poarch’s romance novels and my favorites are the
ones that make up the Nottoway series. I highly recommend all of them:” “With Ms. Poarch’s new novel, she takes us back to Nottoway, VA, the venue of three of her previous novels, WHITE LIGHTNING, WITH THIS KISS and INTIMATE SECRETS.....I truly enjoyed this story. There was a significant amount of interplay between the hero and heroine. Even though there was a murder investigation being conducted, the main focus of the story, the couple, remained integral.... THE LAST DANCE is a worthwhile addition to this series.” “This is an enjoyable story of two people that are afraid to fall in love. As they work together solving a murder in their small town, they each learn how to give of themselves to start a lasting relationship.” Shattered Illusions “Candice Poarch’s Shattered Illusions is a multidimensional romantic suspense novel that will keep readers guessing...Poarch’s novel seeks to unravel another mystery: family relationships. The result is a poignant look at love, loyalty, hope and disappointment” Tender Escape "...I find these attributes-along with Poarch's patient attention to social history and delicious dash of mystery-to be charming and totally necessary to the health and validity of the growing genre of African-American novels." "Tender Escape is a well-written tale of unsolved mysteries or undisclosed secrets...[It] should not be missed." “This story had me totally intrigued because the issues were real....The secondary characters have a nice underlying romance that I hope we will see in a sequel to TENDER ESCAPE. This was my first Candice Poarch book but it will not be my last!” Intimate Secrets “Intimate Secrets, like the other stories in the Nottaway series, brings back an interesting set of characters only small town life can produce. While Intimate Secrets is a strong stand-alone, I recommend reading the other stories in the series -- White Lightning and With This Kiss -- to meet the range of rich characters and to discover what Mrs. Jones is really capable of!” “More Than Friends” in A Mother’s Touch With This Kiss White Lightning “Candice Poarch scribes an intriguing tale that cleverly blends elements from supernatural, romantic suspense and ethnic romance genres into an interesting reading experience. Tylan and Clarice are great lead protagonists, and Clarice’s car, which is in the shop more than on the street, adds a droll touch that adeptly lightens the tale. The audience will enjoy a taste of White Lightning.”
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