This Side of Heaven

By Karen Robards

Book Overview

Defiantly beautiful, Caroline Wetherby stepped ashore in a land so wild and fierce, she trembled. She had come seeking refuge with the last of her family, but her sister was dead. Waiting to greet her... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0440208270
• ISBN13: 9780440208273
• Release Date: July 1991
• Publisher: Dell
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 4.2" x 6.8"

Customer Reviews

Loved It!!!

I could not put this book down! This story was so well written and interesting that I was captivated. From the unchartered background of Puritan lifestyle in the late 1600's as a 'romantic setting' to an abused family's healing, this book developed true emotion and devotion. I understand some of the other reviewers displeasure at Caroline's treatment by a few in the town (witch burning, etc.)but that didn't keep me from giving this book 5 stars. And Caroline was no weakling, she gave as good as she got and Matt was always there to back her up.

Overall, a good read.

I thought this book had everything going for it, and not much lacking. There was a handsome hero, beautiful heroine, lots of adventure, and lots of funny scenes. I liked that the hero and heroine didn't fight throughout the whole book like most romance novels. My favorite scenes were the beginning with the bull, and the love triangle between Matt, Caroline, and Daniel. If you want a book that will not leave you bored, and will provide plenty of romance and plot, this is your book. The only thing I have to complain about is the ending. It was very rushed and leaved the reader wanting more closure. I mean, the rest of the book was very thorough and told the story well, but the end just wizzed by and had the reader scratching their head. It went way to fast and seemed like the author was rushing at the end to meet her deadline. But, that aside, the book as a whole was a good one.

A RARE 5 PLUS AND A KEEPER!

You will want to read this one over and over again. Why has no one brought to light the wonderful characters in this book -- Are there follow-ups?First we meet the brother Daniel [are these really Puritans?] and then through the entanglement of Millicent and Raleigh [cat and dog would you believe]and the threatening presence of Jacob [the bull] Ephraim "Matt" Mathiason, his two sons John and David and the nasty dominie. His brothers Thomas, Robert and James and his wife Mary and daughter Hope.[Listen to this description of Matt] ** He was a tall man, taller even than Daniel, with broad shoulders and a wide chest that tapered down to narrow hips and long, powerful legs. ** He was hatless, and his hair was so black that it glinted blue in the bright sunlight. * * He limped, his left leg, apparently unable to bend at the knee, swung ackwardly as he moved. **His features could have graced a classical statue; his jaw and cheekbones had been chiseled by a master hand.** His eyes were deep set beneath straight, thick black brows. The irises were a brilliant celestial blue, their lightness almost shocking against the sun-weathered swarthiness of his skin. The only note of disharmony was the scar, white and jagged, that sliced across his left cheek. ****Caroline's description is just as tantalizing. Both have been scarred by life and must make a strong emotional journey to each other to complete their family. Caroline being Matt's sister-in-law and Matt being soured on marriage cause many problems as Matt tries to control his growing lust for her. [His one besetting sin]We fell in love with his family and his interaction with his sons, appreciating his deep love for his brothers and his healing brought about by the sass and impishness of Caroline.And his handling of the villians of the community with tact? and strength of character.Highly Recommended and rates a rare 5 plus for excellence and is definitely a keeper for our library.

There is no word of praise for this book..!!!

I have read this book three times...nd am still not tired of it..each time its new for me.....the brothers r fantastic...nd the chilren lovable.....nd as for the heroine...she absolutely ravishing..!!every girls dream...nd thoughts...a must for all.!!!

A story you will not want to end

From the moment I read the first page I could not put the book down. I felt each emotion as if it were my own. A very easy and enjoyable read. I would recommend it to anyone. Karen Robards really captures the readers heart in this wonderful story.