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toriestories06's review against another edition
dark
emotional
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.5
judithdcollins's review against another edition
5.0
Wow---Brass Ring was outstanding and amazingly written! For all of you out there -- fans of Diane Chamberlain (such as myself) and have read her newer books—this is an incredible opportunity to read one of the best books now which has been re-released as an e-book.
I would not change a thing about this book-from the minute it starts to the ending –each detail is precisely timed to hold your interest and suspense throughout the book. (It has been sitting in my Nook library, as I am always so focused on reading all the new releases); however, if I had any hint as to the impact and nature of this e-book--would have read it prior to now! I wish I could give it a rating of more than 5 stars – as so deserving and have added to the Best book of all times list.
Diane Chamberlain is the most talented writer out today---she has the insight as a former social worker which digs down to controversial issues and is not afraid to tackle them. She develops her stories with such careful planning as well as each character –giving you just enough to keep you hanging on every word with a take away you will not soon forget. She also makes her characters real with flaws, so they experience everyday issues.
Books with this kind of takeaway (such as Necessary Lies by Diane) are rare and one to be highly recommended. She has her fans spoiled --as it is very difficult to read books by other authors, as some cannot live up to the bar she has set. Each and every one of her books are 5 star quality and am so excited to start diving into the new e-books which were back lists, I missed. I also love the way she includes the section at the end--“Story behind the story”, to give the reader an up close and personal view into the creativity, imagination, research, and thought process behind the novel—this was outstanding!
I could have read this in one sitting (as was this good); however, traveling and had to spend time with the family (and could not wait to sneak away to get back to the book—even going to the park on a cool fall day in NC to sit in a swing and lavish every character). Randy was a key character in the book and loved the way Diane utilized him as a means to bring true meaning to all the characters connected.
Will not give away anything about this book as a spoiler—however, will say it covers everything from repressed memories of a tragic event which happens as a protective mechanism to cope; suicide, child abuse, pedophiles, disabilities, parents who are not real-and do not allow children to face issues and try to cover up to protect, relationships which do not allow a person’s independence, plus many more---would love to see a sequel as continuation of Susan and the cast of characters—so movie worthy!
Masterfully written with much suspense (up there with Bay at Midnight, Secret Life of Cee Cee Wilkes and Necessary Lies) – highly recommend!
I would not change a thing about this book-from the minute it starts to the ending –each detail is precisely timed to hold your interest and suspense throughout the book. (It has been sitting in my Nook library, as I am always so focused on reading all the new releases); however, if I had any hint as to the impact and nature of this e-book--would have read it prior to now! I wish I could give it a rating of more than 5 stars – as so deserving and have added to the Best book of all times list.
Diane Chamberlain is the most talented writer out today---she has the insight as a former social worker which digs down to controversial issues and is not afraid to tackle them. She develops her stories with such careful planning as well as each character –giving you just enough to keep you hanging on every word with a take away you will not soon forget. She also makes her characters real with flaws, so they experience everyday issues.
Books with this kind of takeaway (such as Necessary Lies by Diane) are rare and one to be highly recommended. She has her fans spoiled --as it is very difficult to read books by other authors, as some cannot live up to the bar she has set. Each and every one of her books are 5 star quality and am so excited to start diving into the new e-books which were back lists, I missed. I also love the way she includes the section at the end--“Story behind the story”, to give the reader an up close and personal view into the creativity, imagination, research, and thought process behind the novel—this was outstanding!
I could have read this in one sitting (as was this good); however, traveling and had to spend time with the family (and could not wait to sneak away to get back to the book—even going to the park on a cool fall day in NC to sit in a swing and lavish every character). Randy was a key character in the book and loved the way Diane utilized him as a means to bring true meaning to all the characters connected.
Will not give away anything about this book as a spoiler—however, will say it covers everything from repressed memories of a tragic event which happens as a protective mechanism to cope; suicide, child abuse, pedophiles, disabilities, parents who are not real-and do not allow children to face issues and try to cover up to protect, relationships which do not allow a person’s independence, plus many more---would love to see a sequel as continuation of Susan and the cast of characters—so movie worthy!
Masterfully written with much suspense (up there with Bay at Midnight, Secret Life of Cee Cee Wilkes and Necessary Lies) – highly recommend!
ameliamorris's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.0
chrissireads's review against another edition
emotional
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
bibliobethreads's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
booksandrabbits's review against another edition
5.0
Another fantastic Diane Chamberlain. Yet again I was completely gripped by this story.
sophiegallagher98's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.25
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual assault and Child abuse
amysreading_nook's review against another edition
1.0
This will definitely be the last Diane Chamberlain book for a while (I actually unhauled a bunch after reading this because i've just realised that, whilst I used to like her books, they're not for me anymore).
This one was very poor because we're focused on the main character of Claire, who was just honestly so unlikeable. Her characters motivations are so unclear and weird and I just didn't get it. She starts having flashbacks of something horrific... and rather than talk to her supportive husband she has decides to go to the brother of the woman she watched jumped off a cliff?? OKAY. A guy who is really weird and pushy and feels very uncomfortable the whole book, who is really into Claire, knows that she's married and isn't into him, but continues to pursue her. And then they have sex (after her husband tells her to leave cos he knows she wants something with Randy) and she just "embraces it" whilst not being interested in Randy... and her husband is just like fine with this at the end???? I JUST DIDN'T GET IT. It distracted me from the rest of the book and I couldn't even focus on what was going on with the other characters.
There were no big twists or reveals in this book and it was much more of a family drama and that was it. Just not for me, but if you enjoy family based books you might enjoy this.
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This one was very poor because we're focused on the main character of Claire, who was just honestly so unlikeable. Her characters motivations are so unclear and weird and I just didn't get it. She starts having flashbacks of something horrific... and rather than talk to her supportive husband she has decides to go to the brother of the woman she watched jumped off a cliff?? OKAY. A guy who is really weird and pushy and feels very uncomfortable the whole book, who is really into Claire, knows that she's married and isn't into him, but continues to pursue her. And then they have sex (after her husband tells her to leave cos he knows she wants something with Randy) and she just "embraces it" whilst not being interested in Randy... and her husband is just like fine with this at the end???? I JUST DIDN'T GET IT. It distracted me from the rest of the book and I couldn't even focus on what was going on with the other characters.
There were no big twists or reveals in this book and it was much more of a family drama and that was it. Just not for me, but if you enjoy family based books you might enjoy this.
candyflynn's review against another edition
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.25