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When local entertainer Grace Brennan starts receiving threatening gifts and notes, it isn't long before her career, health and relationships all start to crumble. As the situation worsens, Grace realizes that musician Michael Gold is the only person she can trust...with her life!
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Predictable and stiff, both in the mystery and in the romance........2007-09-17
Hannah Alexander, Note of Peril (Steeple Hill, 2005)
Sometimes you just have to read a book where you know who the killer is in the first five pages, who's going to end up together, where all the messy breakups are, all that sort of thing. Back in the day, when people wanted to do this, they were stuck with naught but Dame Barbara Cartland to shelter them from the storm of unpredictable literature. Then came the rise of the Harlequin Romance, and the world noticed there was a billion-dollar industry simmering just under the surface for predictable, formulaic novels. (I rush to add the romance is in no way the sole bearer of predictability. Have you ever tried to read L. Ron Hubbard? Even his nonfiction?) Thus, these days, the three hundred plus novels of Miz Cartland are joined on the shelves by thousands upon thousands of others. One of the newest names to rise up in the industry is Steeple Hill, which focuses on the niche market of Christian genre escapism. When I found out they were doing a mystery (excuse me, "romantic suspense") line, I knew I was going to have to read one eventually. The one I ended up reading-- by casting lots as much as anything else (actually, it was advertised in the back of the last Steeple Hill novel I read)-- was Hannah Alexander's Note of Peril.
Like Nicci French, Hannah Alexander is a pseudonym for a husband-and-wife writing team. That, however, is where the similarities end. The Alexandrines are much more focused on the romance than the suspense. This is not necessarily a bad thing. When, as I intimated above, you can tell from the first twenty pages what the mechanism of the next two hundred are going to be, you pretty much toss suspense right out the window.
In this case, the lovebirds are Grace Brennan and Michael Gold, two of the cast of Star Notes, a Branson theatrical spectacular best described as Star Search meets Tony and Tina's Wedding. After the show one night, Grace receives what she thinks is a present from an anonymous audience member, but it contains a darker mystery only she knows. When the producer of the show turns up dead, Grace has to turn to someone for help. Of course, you know...
The problem here is that the romance is about as predictable as the suspense. There's the "if I tell [him/her] this, s/he'll never forgive me" reflective moment. There's the overbearing nosy friend. The miscommunication. All the usual fluff. There's a lot of steam rising from this pot, but once you've fanned it away, any water that may have started there unfortunately boiled off.
Of course, if what you're looking for is a book where nothing is going to go as you don't expect it to, there's a lot here. The Alexandrine team are very good at what they do; the pages turn, and they turn quickly. Just don't expect to be shocked by anything you read here. ** ½
Note of Peril, A great read .......2005-11-12
The writing team of Cheryl and Mel Hodde, writing as Hannah Alexander has produced another winner. Country singer, Grace Brennan, received an unexpected gift carrying an implied threat. Someone knew her past indiscretion and intended to use it against her. The show directors mysterious death and the resulting investigation leaves Grace feeling she can't trust anyone, not even Michael Gold, her co-star who is fast becoming more than just a friend. As danger stalks Grace, will Michael's love and her Christian principles be enough to save her? Put NOTE OF PERIL on your need to read list. You won't be disappointed.
A Book of Stars!.......2005-08-02
Grace Brennan and Michael Gold were part of the "Star Notes" cast. A cast of interactive comedic singers who could add harmony and showmanship to any would be lead singer's act. It was the weekend after Thanksgiving and the "Star Search" like country show had a full house present to watch the contestants compete. The audience was aware that Grace and Michael had added a little romantic flirtation between them to their act. So it wasn't at all surprising that Grace would receive a bouquet of flowers and a beautifully wrapped music box from Michael at the end of the show. The surprise this time was on Grace, because the gifts were not from Michael even though the card said that they were. As the song from the music box filled the auditorium Grace got a chill from all the bad memories she was beginning to have. Then she read the note "Cheaters never prosper. Remember the contest? Soon everyone will know. There are some things time won't erase. And this is just the beginning." Was the note from a disgruntled contestant who didn't make the cut or from a "Secret Enemy" from the past?
I really enjoyed reading this book! The author's clear yet descriptive writing style set the stage for the "Star Notes" cast and for the potential readers of this suspenseful and seizing book! A highly recommended read!
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Charles Ives Remembered: An Oral History & Charles Ives: A Guide to Research.(Book Review): An article from: Notes
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- Stover scores again!
- Bible-based sword and sorcery
- Strikingly Different
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A band of Bronze Age mercenaries face the supreme enemy--Yahweh, the Lord of the nation of Israel--in Jericho Moon, the sequel to Iron Dawn. The barbarian princess Barra and her compatriots take on the job of rescuing the prince of Jebusi (Jerusalem) from the tribes of the Habiru. But rescuing him is the easy part--compared to the challenge of saving the entire city of Jebusi from the righteous slaughter that the Habiru war-leader Joshua and his thousands of warriors have planned. Barra can't turn down the role of savior; not only is the prince of Jebusi an attractive guy, but the city's goddess has made it clear that Barra is her chosen champion, and the city hasn't a chance without her. Jericho Moon is filled with thoroughly scary magical battles--think thunderbolts, hail of stones, and other demonstrations of godly wrath. While there is still some humorous by-play, as when Barra meets some barbarians from her homeland at a fancy party, this book is darker than Iron Dawn and the subject matter more risky. (Yet Yahweh does shine as a vengeful and merciless villain.) Jericho Moon is first-class fantasy entertainment, stuffed with likable characters, brawling adventures, and heroic struggles. --Blaise Selby
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The "extraordinary"* epic of sorcery, sensuality, and the supernatural...the stunning sequel to Iron Dawn...
After the glories of Greece have begun to fade, Barra the Pict discovers that her efforts to save the Prince of Jericho may be thwarted--by a man named Joshua...
Praise for Iron Dawn:
"A masterful, extraordinary and dazzling achievement." --A.A. Attanasio*
"A gripping, wild rollick through the bronze age, full of mayhem and magic."--Dave Duncan
"Exceptionally entertaining." --Janny Wurts
Praise for Jericho Moon:
"Stover lets out all the stops in an unusually well-plotted tale." --Publishers Weekly
"Flashy battle scenes and magical confrontations will appeal to fans of sword and sorcery."--Library Journal
* Epic fantasy in the grandtradition of Tad Williams
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hmmm...........2007-09-01
If you believe that a bronze age pict would speak and act like a modern American then maybe you might get something from this book (though what, I don't know). You'll also have to believe that the same pict writes letters home to her kids. C'mon, give me a break! This must have been a school writing project to be this bad!
Stover scores again!.......2005-11-30
I loved this book. Perhaps not as good as his Heroes Die-Blade of Tyshalle books, but awfully good anyway. Well worth reading. Gives a whole new insight into that whole Old Testament messy fall of Jericho story.
Bible-based sword and sorcery.......2002-06-24
I've often thought that a literal reading of the Old Testament would make great fodder for a sword and sorcery story, because the OT Yahweh is as much a nasty customer as any Lovecraftian Elder God--slaughering children, plagues, mass murder, etc. This is the first time I've ever seen it done. Barra, the hero, is a wonderful character, reminiscent of Xena but far more believable. The author has done his research and clearly has extensive knowledge of combat and warfare. The characters are engaging, the story is fast moving, and the final battle between Barra and Yahweh is intense.
Strikingly Different.......2000-01-28
I have grown exceedingly weary of most contemporary fantasy novels. Seemingly all of them come prepackaged as five-volumes sets, telling the "epic saga" of the stable boy/orphaned princess who is a forgotten heir/prophesied one who must become a great warrior/mighty enchanter to overcome Ultimate Evil (and for some reason, this increasingly seems to involve the aid of telepathically linked horses/unicorns/cats/hawks).
It was a real delight, then, to read "Jericho Moon". The setting abided for the most part of the constraints of the known history of the time period in that region, and there was an exciting mix of cultures. The use of the "fighting mad" Old Testament God o' Wrath was rather daring and provocative, and the bad guys (the Hebrews) were depicted fairly sympathetically.
The alleged heroes, as well, were presented in an unbiased fashion, with all their quirks and flaws and drawbacks. Without clobbering the reader over the head, the author manages to establish intriguing backstories and plausible motivations for the characters, bringing them to life and making them real, warts and all.
I would agree that there's something of an RPG feel to them, but to me, that's not really a drawback, and I don't think it detracts from the story.
A strong effort, great characters, a unique twist on the historical period--a refreshing work indeed!
Fresh, thrilling -- and not for fundamentalists.......1999-01-17
A daring look at the Hebrew invasion of Palestine from the losing side -- the characters are well-drawn and engaging (especially Barra, chosen hero of the Canaanite mother-goddess), and the image of the God of the Old Testament as the ultimate fantasy villain is surprisingly appropriate. A must-read for anyone tired of the endless Arthurian crap crowding the bookshelves.
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The author of seven previous cookbooks, including the classic Indian Cooking, Madhur Jaffrey is among today's most influential and authoritative food writers. Madhur Jaffrey's World Vegetarian, a meticulously researched collection of more than 750 meatless dishes from around the globe, presents its author in superlative form, culling the best vegetarian home-style dishes from virtually every culture and cooking tradition. Jaffrey's book, filled with delicious, approachable recipes, has universal appeal, and should be part of every cook's library.
Divided into sections on beans, grains, and vegetables, and including chapters on vegetables, soups, salads, and sauces, among other topics, the book brilliantly juxtaposes recipes grouped by ingredient to reveal, finally, the way that ingredient is approached globally to make food. Thus, for example, Jaffrey's section on rice offers Persian Pilaf with Lima Beans, Palestinian Rice with Lentils and Browned Onions, and Risotto with Fried Porcini Mushrooms, among other pitch-perfect dish choices in this and other chapters. Less familiar ingredients like spelt, millet, and soybeans are removed from the realm of dubious interest and presented in compelling recipes, such as Spicy Soybean Patties with Mint. Throughout, Jaffrey provides definitive notes on ingredients (her full investigation of couscous types is one of many examples) and techniques, as well as a truly comprehensive glossary. Jaffrey also offers a small but charming section on drinks; her Fresh Lime and Ginger Syrup from India, to be mixed with ice and soda water, is a simple but marvelous summertime treat, and one more example of Jaffrey at excitingly full throttle. A ten-page section of color photos rounds out this expert collection. --Arthur Boehm
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In her most comprehensive volume yet, Madhur Jaffrey draws on more than four decades of culinary adventures, travels, and experimentation for a diverse collection that both intrigues and delights the palate. Dishes from five continents touch on virtually all the world's best loved flavors, for a unsurpassed selection of vegetarian fare.
More than 650 recipes exemplify Madhur's unsurpassed ability to create simple, flavorful homecooking that is well within the reach of every cook. Extensive sections on Beans, Vegetables, Grains, and Dairy explore the myriad ways these staples are enjoyed worldwide. Each section opens with a detailed introduction; Madhur describes methods for preparation and storage, as well as different cooking techniques and their cultural origins. Throughout she balances appealing, uncomplicated dishes such as sumptuous omelets and rich polentas with less familiar ingredients such as green mangoes, pigeon peas, and spelt. Madhur demystifies the latter with clear-cut explanations so that incorporating new combinations and interesting flavors into everyday cooking becomes second nature. She also offers substantial sections on Soups, Salads, and Drinks, as well as Sauces and Other Flavorings, to help round out a meatless meal and add exciting new flavors to even the most easily prepared dishes. Finally, a complete glossary of ingredients and techniques clarifies some of the little-known elements of the world's cuisines so that even the uninitiated can bring the flavors of Asia, the Middle East, the Caribbean, and more to their tables.
Throughout this extensive collection, Madhur includes personal anecdotes and historical contexts that bring her recipes to life, whether she's remembering field of leeks she saw in the mountains of northern Greece or describing how corn-based dishes arrived in Indonesia through colonial trade. Committed vegetarians will rejoice at the wide variety of meatless fare she offers, and nonvegetarians will enjoy experimenting with Madhur's global flavorings. This highly readable resource promises to be a valuable addition to any cook's library, helping everyone make healthful ethnic foods a part of everyday cooking.
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One of the best cookbooks made, vegetarian or otherwise.......2007-05-26
First, let me say that I own several dozen cookbooks. Most I keep around for one or two recipes or a technique or two. This is hands down my favorite cookbook. It has excellent clean instructions, wonderful technique tips, awesome suggestions at the beginning of most recipes for substitutions and serving suggestions to make a complete meal, and a really wonderful index so you can cross reference just about all the recipes by ingredient.
Neither I nor my husband are vegetarians. I probably could be, he certainly couldn't. I love internationa cuisine, my husband was brought up on mac'n'cheese and hot dogs. We both have loved the receipes we've tried so far. They've all been very different from what we normally eat, but they've all been very tasty.
My only conplain is that the index is extremely handy, but the type is crazy small and somewhat difficult to read (and I'm 30 years old with 20/20 vision), and the salt content of most of the recipes is really high. I usually do 25-50% of the recommended salt.
Otherwise, this is a great cookbook for all cooking levels, vegetarian or not -- perfect for those looking for tasty new healthy meals full of flavor!
Wonderful Vegetarian Food........2007-04-11
I have a couple of Ms Jaffreys' books ('Indian Cooking' and 'An Invitation to Indian Cooking'). I appreciate her efforts to present the actual process and ingredients in such an easy straight forward manner. The few recipes I have had time to try since buying this book have been every bit as good as I had hoped. Here at the house I am pretty much full time vegetarian, and I want to expand my range without getting trendy or Farmers Market. I tried the Persian Pilaf with Lime and Green Beans. My Lord!! Despite my somewhat messy presentation it was really really delicious. I have written this in a review for 'Indian Cooking' but it certainly applies here too.... Do try this womans' books. They will reward you again and again.
Well-written book with something for every taste .......2007-02-10
I must confess that I don't actually use these recipes much, being a cook-by-instinct sort of person. I did cook my way through Madhur Jaffrey's earlier vegetarian cookbook, World of the East, but I mainly read this book for entertainment and inspiration. However, if you are the recipe type, you will find the ones in this book clearly written and full of wonderful vegetable-based dishes that will appeal to everyone, vegetarian or not.
Jaffrey is an experienced restaurant chef. Her cookbook specialty is writing recipes that are derived from different ethnic cuisines, and adapted for average Americant kitchens. They are quite authentic in flavor, but are not too difficult for the average cook to tackle. The book has good explanations of ingredients that may be unfamiliar to novice vegetarian cooks, and all the necessary cooking techniques are well-described. All in all, this book is an investment that will pay you back with years of good cooking-and good eating.
P.S. If the idea of this book appeals to you, but you are a beginning cook, or don't have lots of time to spare for cooking from scratch, you might want to start with the author's World of the East paperback cookbook (please see my other reviews). The recipes are generally short and simple, and many can be made in a very small amount of time-fast food that's GOOD for you:).
Get the hardcover edition if you can afford it.......2006-12-15
This book included many recipes from different cooks and you will be referring to this book frequently. It is thick enough for me to wish I had gotten the hardcover. I drooled reading through it. I want to get the rest of her cookbooks now. Some of her recipes may seem to be simple but I didn't mind because I get up in the middle of the night and wrap nori around salted short grain rice and sesame seeds! Although my similar improvs don't turn out to be delicious just okay.
Wonderful book!.......2006-12-14
Buy this book. The recipes are delicious and most of them are pretty easy to make. The directions are very detailed. Descriptions of what to serve them with and helpful hints about preparation are included with almost every recipe.
The recipe for harissa sauce on p 672 is one I have found particularly useful - very handy for adding to hummus, stews, soups, dips, etc. Adds a nice little kick with a complex, North African flavor.
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