Helpful Score: 7
This is the most exciting book I have read in years and years. The first one in the series was good but this one was really fun and exciting. I can't wait to see how the third one goes. If you like to see nasty people get their comeupance read this book. Southern women cat fights are the best!!!
Helpful Score: 4
Good book. I was a little disappointed that Stella and Logan weren't in this one as much as the first because I became so fond of them. However, the point of view in the 1st book was Stella's and this one was of Roz's so it only made sense that way. Roz is one brave lady; there is no way in the world I would stay in a house that is haunted by a lunatic ghost. The mystery of the ghost's identity is pretty much solved so it will be interesting to see how much the ghost story is incorporated in book 3, which I assume will be from the point of view of Hayley (most likely finally realizing she is in love with Harper).
Helpful Score: 3
2nd book in the trilogy. You gotta get the last one now, just to be able to sleep at night.lol
Helpful Score: 3
I have to admit that I generally classify Norah Roberts books as "junk food" reading for myself, but they never fail to satisfy in that regard. This is just one carbon copy book from the many, many she's written that fits neatly into an interesting story about women and romance, with some supernatural elements thrown in to complete the classic Norah Roberts formula. I did enjoy this one-it hit the spot for me when I needed a light read. Also, be sure to check out Blue Dahlia and Red Lily, the other two in the series. Enjoy :) This is a great beach/lake/airplane/travel read-engaging and sweet, with nice, take-your-breath-away romantic moments.
Helpful Score: 2
Second in the 'In the Garden' Trilogy. As good as 'Blue Dahlia'. This one is mainly about Roz, owner of the In the garden nursery and the house in which most of the action takes place. Another wonderful, strong woman by Nora Roberts.
Helpful Score: 2
Loved this book and the whole series. Romance, gardening, plus a ghost to liven up things!
The series (BLUE DAHLIA, BLACK ROSE, and RED LILY) is about three women of different ages who are drawn together by circumstance to work at a family-owned plant nursery. I love so many of Nora Roberts' books but this whole series was especially good because of the characters, and if you love gardening and plants, you'll especially enjoy this series, because it tells a lot about propagation of plants, grafting plants, etc. through the characters teaching newcomers the business.
BLACK ROSE is the second book, and is about the life of the woman who inherited a large estate, and was widowed, and to raise her family, has turned it into a first class plant nursery. Her children are grown, and she hires two single mothers to help her run the business.
She's so smart and independant, and yet has to cope with the embarrassment of having previously fallen in love with and married a man who conned her. It's wonderful to read the empathetic story as her new friendships develop and the women become a strong support group for each other through romance and financial challenges. Enjoy!
Storygirl
The series (BLUE DAHLIA, BLACK ROSE, and RED LILY) is about three women of different ages who are drawn together by circumstance to work at a family-owned plant nursery. I love so many of Nora Roberts' books but this whole series was especially good because of the characters, and if you love gardening and plants, you'll especially enjoy this series, because it tells a lot about propagation of plants, grafting plants, etc. through the characters teaching newcomers the business.
BLACK ROSE is the second book, and is about the life of the woman who inherited a large estate, and was widowed, and to raise her family, has turned it into a first class plant nursery. Her children are grown, and she hires two single mothers to help her run the business.
She's so smart and independant, and yet has to cope with the embarrassment of having previously fallen in love with and married a man who conned her. It's wonderful to read the empathetic story as her new friendships develop and the women become a strong support group for each other through romance and financial challenges. Enjoy!
Storygirl
Helpful Score: 2
Typical Nora Roberts; no surprises, but an enjoyable read. I thought the ghost was a nice twist.
Helpful Score: 2
The second of the "In the Garden" trilogy. Fantastic story, picks up where first book left off and is a great tale with love, mystery, family relationships, social politics, and a ghost.
Helpful Score: 1
Excellent series - can't wait to read #3!
Helpful Score: 1
2nd in the trilogy, kept my interest because of the ghost. Can't wait to finish the series!
Helpful Score: 1
This is the 2nd book in the Garden series. The first was Blue Dahlia. This is the story of Roz. Of course you knew at the end of the first book who she'd end up with, but it's so fun going along for the ride, and finding out how it all happens! I enjoyed this book and am looking forward to the next one.
Helpful Score: 1
Very good trilology...enjoyed it very much...Nora Robert's usual excellent stories..
Helpful Score: 1
Book 2 in the Trilogy Awesome book
Book two of the garden trilogy. Have enjoyed these first two and will be reading the third soon.
Helpful Score: 1
Book 2 of the In the Garden Trilogy. Loved it.
Helpful Score: 1
Book two in the In the Garden trilogy. This is Roz's story and how she has to face her past and the future. A great series.
Helpful Score: 1
Book two of the Garden trilogy about three women who come together and ultimately change their lives. Romance, suspense and just good read.
Helpful Score: 1
This is book two of In The Garden Trilogy. I no longer have the first book. It is true Nora Roberts about strong women who overcome odds, find love and still stand on their own two feet.
Helpful Score: 1
I loved this series, and this book is wonderful for showcasing a romance between a woman in her middle-age years and a man who's aware of his faults and lives with them comfortably. The added element of a ghost provides some action and thrills.
Helpful Score: 1
THE 2ND IN THE GARDEN TRILOGY... BLACK ROSE IS AS GOOD AS BLUE DAHLIA, I CAN'T WAIT FOR RED LILY TO COME OUT
Helpful Score: 1
Book Two of the In the Garden Trilogy. EXCELLENT - READ THE SERIES!
"Nora Roberts at her best"
In Memphis, forty-five year old Rosalind "Roz" Harper for the most part feels good about life mostly because of the young that has brought her family home Harper House back to life. Her "son" David takes good care of the estate. Her In the Garden's nursery manager Stella Rothchild does likewise although the mother of two young sons will probably leave once she weds her beloved Logan. Finally her beloved employee Hayley Philips has a delightful newborn who makes Roz feel like an indulgent grandmother.
The two flaws in Roz optimistic outlook are the return of her sponge of an ex husband Bryce Clerk doing what he does best trying to live off someone else with Roz his target and the mystery of the Harper Bride ghost. The former is a question of ignoring him though Bryce keeps pushing; the latter is to much a presence to pretend she is not there so Roz hires genealogist Dr. Mitch Carnegie to look into her past. Mitch quickly becomes a ghost believer even as he falls in love with his reluctant client, who ponders a second chance after the failure of her first attempt at marriage.
This paranormal family drama is a Nora that can stand alone but reading the previous novel, BLUE DAHLIA, enhances the experience as the audience will have a taste how far the Harper "extended" family including ghosts has come. The ensemble cast seems genuine and clues to the mystery of the ghost augment the novel. Nora Roberts is at her best with the first two novels of the Garden trilogy leaving readers to anticipate quite a finish to the miniseries.
"Nora Roberts at her best"
In Memphis, forty-five year old Rosalind "Roz" Harper for the most part feels good about life mostly because of the young that has brought her family home Harper House back to life. Her "son" David takes good care of the estate. Her In the Garden's nursery manager Stella Rothchild does likewise although the mother of two young sons will probably leave once she weds her beloved Logan. Finally her beloved employee Hayley Philips has a delightful newborn who makes Roz feel like an indulgent grandmother.
The two flaws in Roz optimistic outlook are the return of her sponge of an ex husband Bryce Clerk doing what he does best trying to live off someone else with Roz his target and the mystery of the Harper Bride ghost. The former is a question of ignoring him though Bryce keeps pushing; the latter is to much a presence to pretend she is not there so Roz hires genealogist Dr. Mitch Carnegie to look into her past. Mitch quickly becomes a ghost believer even as he falls in love with his reluctant client, who ponders a second chance after the failure of her first attempt at marriage.
This paranormal family drama is a Nora that can stand alone but reading the previous novel, BLUE DAHLIA, enhances the experience as the audience will have a taste how far the Harper "extended" family including ghosts has come. The ensemble cast seems genuine and clues to the mystery of the ghost augment the novel. Nora Roberts is at her best with the first two novels of the Garden trilogy leaving readers to anticipate quite a finish to the miniseries.
Helpful Score: 1
My Boss gave me this book, she had bought at a sale. She knew that I love Nora Roberts. Since it was the second in a trilogy and I am a vivid Nora reader I knew I had to read the first book " Blue Dahilia" then "Black Rose" and ending with" Red Lily" Great read thru and thru..
Helpful Score: 1
Second book in the Garden Trilogy
Helpful Score: 1
nora roberts does it again a good read. The best yet to come
Helpful Score: 1
Another really great book by Nora Roberts
Helpful Score: 1
Wonderful continuation as the 2nd book in the "In the Garden" trilogy.
Helpful Score: 1
I started reading the series and was hooked on Nora Roberts Garden Trilogy.
Helpful Score: 1
I'm about half way through this book and am LOVING it!!! Nora Roberts is an excellent author!
Another great Nora Roberts book!
I absolutely loved this whole trilogy!
Awesome book, amazing writer! This book captivated my attention, I literally read it all the way through in the first sitting!
Great second book in a trilogy. I love the women in these books and the back story about the haunted house is fascinating, too!
Book Two of Nora Roberts' "In The Garden" Trilogy. Rosalind and Mitchel's story.
The second book of the In Garden Trilogy by Nora Roberts shows us the life of Roz Harper a widow, mother, and owner of the Garden shop that she built on her own after widowing at a young age.
The Harper Mansion was passed down to Roz along with the Harper Bride a ghost who has haunted the Mansion since anyone could remember. The Harper Bride who we learned was named Amelia in the last book Blue Dahlia has gone from a nurturing ghost who sings lullabies to the children in the house to a man hater and will do anything in her power to make sure that Roz knows that men will cheat and lie and take over everything that she has built for herself.
After widowing at a young age, and a brief marrage and divorce from Bryce who shows up and is seeking revenge through this story she finds herself wondering if she is willing to open up to another man like that again.
Mitch is trying to find out the history of Harper Mansion and the Harper bride. He finds that the more time his spends around Roz the more wrath the Harper ghost shows towards him. "
The Harper Mansion was passed down to Roz along with the Harper Bride a ghost who has haunted the Mansion since anyone could remember. The Harper Bride who we learned was named Amelia in the last book Blue Dahlia has gone from a nurturing ghost who sings lullabies to the children in the house to a man hater and will do anything in her power to make sure that Roz knows that men will cheat and lie and take over everything that she has built for herself.
After widowing at a young age, and a brief marrage and divorce from Bryce who shows up and is seeking revenge through this story she finds herself wondering if she is willing to open up to another man like that again.
Mitch is trying to find out the history of Harper Mansion and the Harper bride. He finds that the more time his spends around Roz the more wrath the Harper ghost shows towards him. "
Awesome author, isn't she?
Excellent!
3 women meet at the crossroads in their lives, each looking for new ways to grow. they encourage each other to take chances and embrace the future.second in the trilogy
The Harper family has always lived in the Harper house in Memphis. This book is about Rosalind, her chance at love and the Harper Bride who haunts the house.
the second of the In the Garden series. Combining romance, ghosts and gardening. What could be better.
loved this series!
Just as great as Blue Dahlia. Loved the storyline of the series.
Enjoyed this book so much! I do like Nora Roberts, especially when she does Southern.
I've always enjoyed Nora Roberts for the most part. And truly like her trilogies. This book was very good.
This is book 2 of the garden triloy. I did enjoy the book.
book 2 of the garden series. Great characters Its about 3 women who havent had the best luck with men. One woman owns a flower nursery and the other 2 come to work for her. There is a ghost that lives among them and they try to help it and set it free in each book.
This was my favorite book in the "in the garden" trilogy. Great book.
2nd book in the "In the Garden" series
Nora Roberts is excellent writer.... this is the 2nd of three books of the "In the Garden Trilogy" about three women at the cross roads of their lives, each searching for new ways to grow. This one is about Roz.
As with all of Nora's books, a good read.
Loved her "In the garden trilogy"
Like her strong heroine and how they band together with friends and family to solve a mystery.
Like her strong heroine and how they band together with friends and family to solve a mystery.
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each serching for new ways to grow, and find in each other,the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
A woman Lawyer leaves NYC for the suburbs.. With plans to be married, she is shocked when she finds out her fiance' is not who he says he is.
The second book of this trilogy. It is a great story. Couldnt put any of the three down. Had to read them all as fast as I could. If you love Nora Roberts, you will love these!
"Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow-and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future" Fly Cover
Good reading - Nora Roberts Quality of story telling.
Good reading - Nora Roberts Quality of story telling.
Second book of the garden trilogy, I can hardly wait to read the third one to see what happens next with the "resident ghost."
Great book...couldn't put it down!
This is book two of the "In The Garden" series. If you loved the first book, this is a must read!
Great romance with a ghost added. Best if you read the 3 books in order.
A Harper has always lived at Harper House,the centuries-old mansion just outside of Memphis.And for as long as anyone alive remembers,the ghostly Harper Bride has walked the halls,singing lullibies at night....
Great book!!!!!
Great book!!!!!
I read this book last summer and cannot remember a thing about it. I must have liked it because I kept it for trading.
I Love Nora Roberts!!
Easy to get caught up in this book.
Its a Nora Robets Romance/Mystery. I don't think I have ever read anything of hers that I did't enjoy.
Not my favorite Nora Roberts book.
book two of the In the Garden Trilogy - very good reading
good book
Book 2 of the trilogy ..IN the Garden. A must read trilogy.
Book two of the In the garden trilogy deals with Rosalind. Excellent read.
Book #2 in the Garden Trilogy; loved the characters and the way they deal with the challenges in their lives, as well as the great info on plants, etc.
I thought the story was very interesting.
This trilogy celebrates Nora's love of gardening and her can-do women who have both grit and style. The gorgeous, 47-year-old, Southern heroine owns her own nursery that she built herself. Emotionally, she's vulnerable because she married a creep after the death of her love-of-her-life first husband. She employs a handsome older geneology expert to track down the history of the ghost who has lived in her fabulous old house for decades and is now starting to endanger people. Meanwhile, her ex returns to take advantage of her again and she manages to thwart her ex and publicly expose him for the lying, thieving creep he is! Complete justice! Yay! A very satisfying read!
Excellent trilogy.....not surprisingly by the title...there is a greenhouse involved.
Great book in a series.
2nd book in an excellent trilogy by Nora Roberts. I am posting all 3 books of the trilogy.
A little bit of everything--Suspense, love story, who-done-it and a ghost.
Book two of the In The Garden Trilogy. This is a good one...complete with a "live" ghost and a family that you'll love. One of Roberts' best.
This is the 2nd book in Nora Robert's In The Garden Trilogy. Black Rose focuses on Rosalind Harper, or Roz as she is known. Roz is the owner, and mother hen, of In The Garden nursery. She's practical, sensible, a widow with 3 grown sons. Her employees Stella and Hayley and their families have become surrogate children to Roz, but she feels lonely. The group continues its research of their mysterious ghost, the Harper Bride, and brings in a genealogist, Dr. Mitchell Carnegie, to help trace Roz's ancestors. As the investigation deepens, so does the attraction between Roz and the doctor.
Great series - 2nd in the triology.
Classic Nora Roberts with a ghost thrown in!
Classic Nora Roberts with a ghost thrown in!
This is Book Two in the series. Book one is Blue Dahlia and Book 3 is Red Lily. try and read in order. Great Series as usually from Nora Roberts.
Rosalind Harper is the owner of a historic Tennessee mansion and the force behind the thriving garden business on its grounds. Widowed young and then scarred by an unwise second marriage, Roz has sworn off dating, instead inviting a collection of family, friends and their children to share her home. Unfortunately, the house is also inhabited by a mysterious ghost, known as the Harper Bride. Roz hires genealogist Dr. Mitchell Carnagie to track the Bride's identity, but the unpredictable and passionate relationship that develops between the two sets off still more malignant displays from the ghost. Roberts postpones the ghost story's resolution for the trilogy's end, but brings Roz and Mitch to a satisfying commitment complete with realistic power struggles and peace treaties among their various children. Roz's inherited privilege is off-putting at times, and her calm in the face of ghostly attacks seems far-fetched. Yet she remains a warmly appealing heroine, resolutely finding her path through a midlife romance that is more complex and hard-fought than 20-something love.
A great sequel...I can hardly wait to read the 3rd one!!!!!
Typical of the Nora Roberts books, easy to read with a little romance and suspense. This is a fun one.
Very good follow up to Blue Dahlia.
Read this in one weekend. The story development flows very well incorporating book 1 of the series and setting up the relationship for book 3, yet it is great on it's own. I liked the mature progression of a romance for the business owner with grown children.
Very good follow up to Blue Dahlia. Keeps the story flowing with enough story line to keep you interested in not only this book, but also wanting more for the final chapter in Red Lily.
This was the best trilogy! I couldn't put these books down.
It's a very easy read, after a hard day's work it's a niced, relaxing, happy read! I enjoyed it.
Really enjoyed this book. Just a fun, feel-good read!
I am really enjoying reading this series.
this book was a great read.
Very Good Book. ... Can't wait for the final to come out.
great continuation of story line
2nd in my favorite Nora Roberts trilogy
Second book in the In The Garden trilogy. A great read. Great as usual from Nora Roberts.
2nd in a new trilogy. three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow and find in ech other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent meands who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Roz is a woman of independent meands who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
I loved Blue Dahlia. This second book it the series was just as good!!
its nora roberts need i say more.
I was a bit disappointed that this book wasn't all I remembered "Blue Dahlia" to be, but it was an okay read. More predictable than I wanted, but I'm still looking to read "Red Lilly".
wonderfull
Great book!
Excellent book as usual from Nora Roberts.
Second book in the Garden Trilogy. The mystery continues as love continues to grow.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book.
This is number 2 in a trilogy from New York Times bestselling author, Nora Roberts. Rosalind Harper is an independent woman who thought love was behind her when romance takes her by surprise. However, the secret of the Harper house tries to keep her from this second chance. Along with two other women who meet in a crossroads in their lives, she find the courage to embrace the future.
I loved this trilogy. Mystery-Romance with a little gardening mixed in.
I just love Nora Roberts.
Loved It!!!
I truly enjoyed this series from Nora Roberts. It mixes the present with the past, and eventually everything makes sense. Black Rose is about Roselyn, the owner of a gardens store, who is the only daughter to inherit her families old house/mansion. She eventually finds love, despite having a nasty divorce.
Good read
Another exciting story by Nora Roberts, that left me waiting to read the third book.
This was an excellant series
Great book.
I think what is throwing me off when I read this trilogy is the Prologue, because it kind of leaves you "hanging" with only a little info. However, the books are enjoyable and I would recommend them.
Nora Roberts really seems to like her trilogies. I don't know if that's a smart marketing ploy, or just the way she likes to put a story together. This is the middle in the Garden trilogy. It has all of the typical Roberts elements -- some romance, friendships, intrigue, and a ghost. I always enjoy the amount of research she seems to do for her background, and in this one I learned a bit about gardening and the greenhouse business that I didn't know before! It's an enjoyable series -- not as good as the Circle or Key series, but definitely up there.
This is the second book in the Garden Trilogy. Loved it and when I finished, I couldn't wait to read the final book.
Excellent book in the trilogy.
Book 2 of the Garden Trilogy...Fabulous trilogy...pulls you into the story and you're finished before you know it!
great 2nd book..still very interesting.
Loved this book 2 and the entire garden trilogy.
this is the best series I have read in a long time.. The book is uded but in great shape....
My mother and I both really enjoyed this series. Fantastic!
Another GR8 work by Nora Roberts. The characters become alive! I look forward to the next book in this series.
If you like Nora Robert's you'll love this trilogy
This is a great, entertaining series. If you are a fan of the author, I recommend that you have the whole series before starting to read because you will drive yourself nuts at 2am waiting for the next one. Fine Nora Roberts romantic suspense.
LOVE this series, Highly recommended read!
Great ghost story
A great second book in Rose series by Nora Roberts. Great character development, suspense and overall writing. I love all her books but this series takes you into gardening in a very informational manner. Highly recommend.
I read the first book in this series and thought it was good but this book is great. Nora really picks it up with the second book and before you know it Roz becomes your hero. I loved this book!
Great Read
love nora roberts and i love the flower trilegy
This series will keep you flipping the pages. You'll not want the story to end. Nora has a way of making you feel like you are part of the family in her stories. Excellent book and series!
I enjoyed this series. Not quite a romance, not quite a mystery. To me it was more of a novel with people living and working. A good read.
Very thrilling series
I love this series
Black Rose is the second book in Ms. Roberts' In the Garden Trilogy. While Stella and Logan still feature in this book, as do Hayley and Harper, this book is focused on Roz.
Roz is the mistress of Harper House. She is also one who seems to have the ghostly attention of Amelia, which as we'll learn in this book isn't without reason.
Roz recently came out of a bad relationship, and really isn't looking for anything with anyone... until Dr. Mitchell Carnegie comes along. They start out as just friends, but when that sizzle starts, neither of them can resist it.
But with Amelia in the background, and Roz's past to contend with, will Roz and Mitch find their happy ending?
Black Rose is my second favorite book of the trilogy. My favorite is the final book, Red Lily, but this one is a very close second. Roz is a very strong character, and even though she's in her late forties, she's still totally young at heart.
It's interesting to read a story whose main character is much older than I am. But it didn't turn me away from it, or make the story any less. If anything it made it more.
If you enjoy Ms. Roberts, this is definitely a book and series you won't want to miss!
Roz is the mistress of Harper House. She is also one who seems to have the ghostly attention of Amelia, which as we'll learn in this book isn't without reason.
Roz recently came out of a bad relationship, and really isn't looking for anything with anyone... until Dr. Mitchell Carnegie comes along. They start out as just friends, but when that sizzle starts, neither of them can resist it.
But with Amelia in the background, and Roz's past to contend with, will Roz and Mitch find their happy ending?
Black Rose is my second favorite book of the trilogy. My favorite is the final book, Red Lily, but this one is a very close second. Roz is a very strong character, and even though she's in her late forties, she's still totally young at heart.
It's interesting to read a story whose main character is much older than I am. But it didn't turn me away from it, or make the story any less. If anything it made it more.
If you enjoy Ms. Roberts, this is definitely a book and series you won't want to miss!
I enjoy reading Nora Roberts, this was an intresting twist.
Read this years ago but thoroughly enjoyed the series.
Roz Harper has hired genealogist Mitchell Carnegie to research Amelia, the ghost haunting Harper House. Amelia is getting progressively more violent which is troublesome because there are now children in the house. Mitch is instantly attracted to Roz and Roz is oblivious. The courtship is sweet and very romantic. Of course, ex-husband Bryce Clerk causes trouble left and right but surprisingly Roz handles him beautifully.
This one focuses alot on the gardening aspect of the series In The Garden since Roz is the owner. I admit to skipping alot of the "plant/gardening" discussions. I really liked Mitch as he's an absent-minded professor type guy which I've always found attractive and endearing. Roz is a really strong female who doesn't need a man but discovers that she wants one...this one. Another totally enjoyable romance by Nora Roberts.
This one focuses alot on the gardening aspect of the series In The Garden since Roz is the owner. I admit to skipping alot of the "plant/gardening" discussions. I really liked Mitch as he's an absent-minded professor type guy which I've always found attractive and endearing. Roz is a really strong female who doesn't need a man but discovers that she wants one...this one. Another totally enjoyable romance by Nora Roberts.
I wasn't sure I was going to love this book as Roberts so rarely writes about women over the age of 35. I found myself wondering how the main character was going to end up pregnant (as all of her trilogies tend to end in pregnancies). That said, I LOVED the second book of the "In the Garden" trilogy because of the difference in formula. If you're like me and read Nora Roberts' for the lovely, easy departure from reality, you will adore this series. Full of intrigue, suspense, a little supernatural . . . pretty fun. And, because of the subject matter, I almost wanted to start gardening!
Part 2 of In the Garden. Another fun series from Nora.
Book two of Roberts's In the Garden trilogy (following Blue Dahlia) showcases the author's many strengths, from her creation of appealing characters to her melding of the eerily paranormal with the delightfully down-to-earth. Rosalind Harper is the owner of a historic Tennessee mansion and the force behind the thriving garden business on its grounds. Widowed young and then scarred by an unwise second marriage, Roz has sworn off dating, instead inviting a collection of family, friends and their children to share her home. Unfortunately, the house is also inhabited by a mysterious ghost, known as the Harper Bride. Roz hires genealogist Dr. Mitchell Carnagie to track the Bride's identity, but the unpredictable and passionate relationship that develops between the two sets off still more malignant displays from the ghost. Roberts postpones the ghost story's resolution for the trilogy's end, but brings Roz and Mitch to a satisfying commitment complete with realistic power struggles and peace treaties among their various children. Roz's inherited privilege is off-putting at times, and her calm in the face of ghostly attacks seems far-fetched. Yet she remains a warmly appealing heroine, resolutely finding her path through a midlife romance that is more complex and hard-fought than 20-something love.
Book Two of the Garden Trilogy. From inside review:
A Harper has always lived at Harper House, the centuries-old mansion just outside of Memphis. And for as long as anyone alive remembers, the ghostly Harper Bride has walked the halls, singing lullabies at night...
At forty-seven, Rosalind Harper is a woman whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend without breaking--and weather any storm. A widow with three grown sons, she survived a disastrous second marriage and built her In the Garden nursery from the ground up. Through the years, In the Garden has become more than just a thriving business--it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and the two women she shared it with. Newlywed Stella and new mother Hayley are the sisters of her heart, and together, the three of them are the future of In the Garden.
But now the future is under attack, and Roz knows they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's Harper ancestors, Dr. Mitchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued with Roz herself. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle of the Harper Bride's identity, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogist. Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the unpredictable apparition lashes out at the one woman who can help her rest in peace...
A Harper has always lived at Harper House, the centuries-old mansion just outside of Memphis. And for as long as anyone alive remembers, the ghostly Harper Bride has walked the halls, singing lullabies at night...
At forty-seven, Rosalind Harper is a woman whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend without breaking--and weather any storm. A widow with three grown sons, she survived a disastrous second marriage and built her In the Garden nursery from the ground up. Through the years, In the Garden has become more than just a thriving business--it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and the two women she shared it with. Newlywed Stella and new mother Hayley are the sisters of her heart, and together, the three of them are the future of In the Garden.
But now the future is under attack, and Roz knows they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's Harper ancestors, Dr. Mitchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued with Roz herself. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle of the Harper Bride's identity, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogist. Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the unpredictable apparition lashes out at the one woman who can help her rest in peace...
VERY GOOD BOOK
This is the second book of "In the Garden" trilogy. It was a great book to read and I recommend it.
Book 2 in garden trilogy-Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise,she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
I enjoyed the continuing story of the three women the trioloy centers on, and how their lives continue to be affected by the Harper House ghost that tries to interfere with personal relationships. Can't wait to read the third book, Red Lily.
The second of the Garden Trilogy. Very good.
Second part of the "In the Garden" Trilogy... very good...
Newest series, excellent reading if you are a Nora Roberts fan!
Third in a series. It was awesome...I hated for it to end!
Second of a trilogy by Nora Roberts. This trilogy
depicts the lives of 3 women who find romance
while still keeping their independence, strength
and livelihoods.
depicts the lives of 3 women who find romance
while still keeping their independence, strength
and livelihoods.
Another great Nora Roberts book. This trilogy is super! Just grabs you and you can't wait to sit down and continue reading. Enjoy!
Number 2 in the three book trilogy of In the Garden written by Nora Roberts. Have thoroughly enjoyed both of these books and ordered the third one today.
Much better than the first book of this trilogy!
Great story; can't wait for #3
Throughly enjoyed this second installment of the series. Anxiusly waiting for the next one.
Wonderful series of books!!!
Second in the "In the Garden" trilogy.
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow - and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behing her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow - and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behing her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
2nd in the In the Garden trilogy.
Second in the triology about harper House. This is the story of Rosalind, the owner.
Another wonderful book from one of my favorite authors!
I really enjoy this series, with the mixture of history, mystery, romance, suspense, supernatural.
Book Two in the Garden Trilogy. The continuing story of three women who meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow. They find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace their futures.
Excellent book! 2nd of the "In the Garden" trilogy.
Really great book by Nora, I can't wait for the conclusion, The Red Lily!
2nd Book, Awesome read!!!!!
good book
I love Nora Roberts Trilogys. Just as good as Blue Dahlia, Black Rose cotinues with a little romance, a little action, a little ghost story. Can't wait for the last one.
awsome book. I couldn't put it down
a nice continuation.. leaves you wanting to read the next one
Excellent book! Wonderful Nora Roberts...as usual. 2nd in a trilogy--make sure you read Blue Dahlia first.
2nd book of the In the Garden trilogy. Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
I can't wait to read the third book in this series, I'm hooked!
Rosalind Harper has hired genealogist Mitchell Carnegie to help discover the identity of the Harper Bride, a ghost that haunts Harper House. Mitch talks to Roz's relatives and searches old books and diaries, looking for the identity of the ghost known as Amelia. Who was she and why does she haunt this house? Roz and Mitch grow closer as they work together to discover Amelia's past. This does not make the ghost happy at all. Her rage threatens Roz and the people she loves.
This is the second book in the In the Garden Trilogy. I liked both Roz and Mitch, but their romance was kind of boring. I couldn't feel any chemistry between them. I was looking forward to the ghost story in this book, but the pace was slow. I guess it is hard dragging it out over three books. The most interesting part of the story for me was Roz's ex-husband returning to Memphis and making her life miserable. Roz knows he is behind most of her troubles; but doesn't have any evidence to take to the police. I thought these portions of the story were the highlights of the book. My rating: 3.5 Stars.
This is the second book in the In the Garden Trilogy. I liked both Roz and Mitch, but their romance was kind of boring. I couldn't feel any chemistry between them. I was looking forward to the ghost story in this book, but the pace was slow. I guess it is hard dragging it out over three books. The most interesting part of the story for me was Roz's ex-husband returning to Memphis and making her life miserable. Roz knows he is behind most of her troubles; but doesn't have any evidence to take to the police. I thought these portions of the story were the highlights of the book. My rating: 3.5 Stars.
Roz Harper owns In The Garden, a successful gardening business. She has three wonderful sons, two women---Stella and Hayley--who are more like daughters than employees and a new love interest. She also lives in a haunted house. When the family ghost turns violent, Roz and her friends search for the ghost's identity.
At 47, Roselind is a women whose exp. have made her strong enough to bend without breaking. A widow with 3 grown sons, she survived a disastrous second marriage and built her In The Garden Nursery from the ground up.Through the yrs. the Garden is more than a business-it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and the 2 women she shares it with. But now the future is under attack, and Roz know they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's ancesters, Mitchell finds himself intrigued with Roz. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for Mitchell. Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the apparition lashes out at the one women who can help her rest in peace
Book 2 in the Garden trilogy........but each book stands alone as a good read. This one is done in the Nora Roberts tradition of good taste and supurb reading
Another great book by this author, can't wait for Red Lily.
This was a very great book to read! I really enjoyed it.
Great book...can't wait for the last one.
I enjoyed this story every bit as much as the first book in the trilogy! Same great characters. I feel like I know them now. Can't wait to read the third.
Book Two of In the Garden Trilogy. Romance, suspense, supernatural.
From the inside cover: At forty-seven, Rosalind Harper is a woman whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend without breaking-and weather any storm. A widow with three grown sons, she survived a disastrous second marriage and built her In the Garden nursery from the ground up. Through the years, In the Garden has become more than just a thriving business-it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and to the two women she shares it with. Newlywed Stella and new mother Hayley are the sisters of her heart, and together, the three of them are the future of In the Garden. But now the future is under attack, and Roz knows they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's Harper ancestors, Dr. Mitchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued with Roz herself. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle of the Harper Bride's identity, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogist. Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the unpredictable apparition lashes out at the one woman who can help her rest in peace....
AS GREAT AS THE OTHERS!!! I'M LOOKING FORWARD TO RED LILY!
Great reading
Couldn't put this book down!!!
This book (second in the triology) was very enjoyable, and anyone who enjoys Nora Roberts should like this book.
very good book
Book 2 of In the Garden Trilogy. Good read, as usual.
book two of three in the series.... Roberts continues to be one of my favorites. She manages to blend real life events, humor, mystery, fear, sadness and happiness throughout her writings.
A wonderfully plotted romance story
Nice book for the beach or plane trip!
great book cant wait for the next one
the second in a wonderful trilogy. I enjoyed every word!
Loved the 2nd in her 'Garden' trilogy. Can't wait to see how it ends in the third.
This is a MUST read of the Garden Trilogy.
I loved this trilogy!!! Great reading.
As fine a read as we've come to expect of N.R. :)
great series!
good book read once
Book 2 of the garden trilogy. Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her.
Excellent book, great series!
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Second in a new trilogy
Second in a new trilogy
Another great read by Nora Roberts...can't wait to read part 3.
Couldn't put down
Nora Roberts at her best. I just love her triogies and I hate when they end!
At forty-seven, Rosalind Harper is a wonamn whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend with out breaking --- and weather any storm. A widow with three grown sons, she survived a disastorous second marriage and built her In the Garden nursery from the ground up. Through the years, In the Garden has become more than just a thriving business - it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and to the two women she shares it with. Newlywed Stella and new mother Hayley are the sisters of her heart, and together, the three of them are the future of In the Garden.
But now the future is under attack, and Roz knows they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's Harper ancestors, Dr. Mithchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued with Roz herself. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle of the Harper Bride's identity, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogist. Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the unpredicable appariation lashes out at the one woman who can help her rest in peace....
At forty-seven, Rosalind Harper is a wonamn whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend with out breaking --- and weather any storm. A widow with three grown sons, she survived a disastorous second marriage and built her In the Garden nursery from the ground up. Through the years, In the Garden has become more than just a thriving business - it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and to the two women she shares it with. Newlywed Stella and new mother Hayley are the sisters of her heart, and together, the three of them are the future of In the Garden.
But now the future is under attack, and Roz knows they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's Harper ancestors, Dr. Mithchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued with Roz herself. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle of the Harper Bride's identity, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogist. Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the unpredicable appariation lashes out at the one woman who can help her rest in peace....
I love this trilogy. The characters are sweet and so is the story.
The second book in her "in the Garden" trilogy. Keeps you reading and looking forward to Book 3. Very likeable charecters.
Book two of the IN THE GARDEN series keeps readers wondering how the Harper's and extended family memembers are going to deal with an escalating ghost problem. The romance, as always, is in Nora Robert's superb style.
Great! Wonderful read as always by Nora Roberts.
2nd book of an excellent triology ...great Nora Roberts enjoyable "reads"!
wonderfull book!
The second book of the In the Garden trilogy tells the story of Roz and how she sheds the embarrassment of her failed second marriage to find happiness with Mitch, the man investigating the ghost who lives in her home.
As always, Nora Roberts comes through. The book has loads of romance, great storytelling, interesting characters, terrific plot continuing on from the first book in the trilogy, and humor. I love those "laugh out loud" moments some authors give us with their quick wit. Now if I could only think of those same one-liners in my real life!
Great #2 book! I couldn't wait to get #3!
The 2nd book in the "In the Garden" trilogy and this one, I felt was much better than the first one. Now, I can't wait for "Red Lily" when it comes out in December.
Book 2 of the In The Garden Trilogy (Blue Dahlia is Book 1 and Red Lily is Book 3. Another great trilogy by Nora Roberts!
Loved it!!!
I love all of Nora Roberts' books and this trilogy is no exception. Great characters!
Second book in Nora Roberts In the Garden series. Good story line.
Second in the trilogy about women at the crossroads.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness. Second in a trilogy with Red Lilly and Blue Dahlia!
(taken from inside book cover)
excellent book and a fast read
(taken from inside book cover)
excellent book and a fast read
The second book of a trilogy about three woman, one in her early fifties, one in her thirties, widowed with two small boy and one in her early twenties, single parent with a little girl. Book II is about the fifty year old and her adventures to find out about a ghost that has been hunting her house for centuries and in the process finds love.
Another trilogy by Nora Roberts. While her writing seems to be growing a bit stale, I still do enjoy the trilogies and this is a good addition for any major Roberts Fan. Not my favorite but fun and spicy to read as always!I also have number three of the series if you enjoy this one or want both!
Book # 2 of In the Garden Trilogy.
Rosalie Harper has a successful business, 3 grown sons, and close friends. Perfect life. Nothing's missing. Or is it?
2nd book in the Garden Trilogy and it's great!
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow--and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Second in a new trilogy from the #1 New York Times bestselling author.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Second in a new trilogy from the #1 New York Times bestselling author.
A great read!
Great book, the second in a trilogy. I have also read the third. Eagerly waiting to read the first (great books, even though I am reading the series backwards!)
This is #2 in the In The Garden series and is wonderful.
The second book in the In The Garden Trilogy. It did not disappoint!
This book centers around Roz mainly, and introduces Mitch, Roz's new love... It also continues the saga of who is the Harper Bride that resides in the house... It was very entertaining and the other characters we have come to love from Blue Dahlia are a part of it still. I LOVE this In The Garden Trilogy!!
This book centers around Roz mainly, and introduces Mitch, Roz's new love... It also continues the saga of who is the Harper Bride that resides in the house... It was very entertaining and the other characters we have come to love from Blue Dahlia are a part of it still. I LOVE this In The Garden Trilogy!!
Ienjoyed this second book in the trilogy.
A great addiion to the triology! You find out so much more about Amelia in this book.
A continuation of the "In the Garden" trilogy and wonderful. You will love it as much as I did, I am sure.
Good solid Nora Roberts. If you are her fan you will not be disappointed. I haven't read the others in the series and this one stood up very well on its own. I really enjoyed it.
Very exciting. Better than the 1st one and better than the last in the Trilogy. True Nora Roberts style, a bit of a scare, a bit of mystery. If you're a Nora fan, you'll love this series.
woman & family being haunted by a ghost
Roz is a woman of independant means who thought love was behind her., but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance
Great book. This series was wonderful
Great book. This series was wonderful
2nd book in series. Great story. Will keep you wanting to read more.
this is the first in a trilogy by Nora Roberts. I have posted the other two also. It is about three women who come together from different circumstances and are trying to find out who this ghost is who has been haunting the garden and house for centuries. The trilogy is sooo good!
Good book! The second in the Garden Trilogy.
one of nora roberts best book.
Loved the trilogy.
book 2, in the garden trilogy. Easy reading you won't want to put it down.
It is the second book of the In the Garden trilogy. I truely enjoyed it and I hope you do too.
Very good. Couldn't put it down once I got started. Looking forward to the last book in the series.
Book Two In The Garden Trilogy. If you read the first one you will love this one. Roz's adventure.
3 women get together and look what happens.
The life and times of three strong women, this is one of a series of three books. I have the others listed too. Good read!
Book 2 in the Trilogy and it is great! I read it in one sitting!
Second book of the In the Garden Trilogy
This is the second book of the In the Garden Trilogy, by Nora Roberts. This book tells Roz's story and continues on the hidden story within.
Excellent. Nora Roberts trilogy.
Second of a trilogy and as always Nora Roberts delivers. While this is not one of her strongest books she's still a wonderful author.
Exceptional book Recomend all of Noras books
Book two in the Garden Trilogy
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow-and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her. but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Second in a trilogy from Nora Roberts
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her. but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Second in a trilogy from Nora Roberts
book two of the IN the Garden Trilogy-Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Roz finds a second chance at love and happiness.
This is a great series. I really enjoyed it. If you're a gardener, you'll really get into it!
A solid Nora Roberts story. Book two in a trilogy. This one has a solid main character. Enjoyed it.
Just finished reading it and she writes another great trilogy
Very well written- The second book in the garden trilogy. Love the mix of magic into the story line. Was surprised at the character chosen to be next in this series and I expected her book to be the last. Interesting and suspenseful with the usual Nora roberts flare for details and people and ROMANCE.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
very enjoyable-part of a trilogy
this is a brand new book..published in 2005. this book will go quick! it was very good.
I truly do enjoy Nora Roberts books,
For us who are her fans Nora has done it again. Laughter and tears and family and friends. Love and loss,past and present.. Can't wait for #3 Red Lily.
Happy reading
Happy reading
Again love Nora. I was glad to see a different scenario here. All three books are great.
THIS IS the 2nd OF A 3 SERIES...COULDN'T SET IT DOWN. ROMANTIC, great story line. a must read all 3
book 2 Gardentriology romance
Nora Roberts at her best. Good book.
Book two in Garden Trilogy, I listed the other two...get all three!
Third book of the Garden Trilogy.
Tried to read it, got so bored that I put it down 1/4 of the way through it and never picked it up again. But then, it's a contemporary, and there are VERY few contemporaries good enough to keep my interest. And this one was downright boring.
book two of the garden trilogy
I love this series. I could read it over again.
Awesome book! Loved it.
Loved it!
part of the "In the Garden" Trilogy
great book!
This is the 2nd book in the "In the Garden" trilogy.
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow--and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love wsa behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow--and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love wsa behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
excellent story,
Love it!!! This is a great triology!!!
Book two in the In the Garden Trilogy......its great
Book 2 in trilogy
Not the best in the trilogy. I think I had a harder time connecting to Roz because she is a bit older than most heroines but it was still enjoyable.
Can't wait to read Red Lily!!
I do believe in Ghosts!!
I do believe in Ghosts!!
read a while back. good read.
I could not wait to get the the next book
Great read by roberts.
The #1 "New York Times" bestselling author presents the second novel of her In the Garden trilogy, as three women discover secrets from the past contained within their historic home. Original.
Loved it.
Three women meet at crossraods in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow - and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Second in her Garden series. I always like Nora Roberts but don't believe in ghosts. Entertaining reading
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow-and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the futre.
Roz is a woman of indepedent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance of happiness.
Second book in the trilogy
Roz is a woman of indepedent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance of happiness.
Second book in the trilogy
Book 2 of the In The Garden...Nora Roberts......
Great book-Second in the In The Garden trilogy.
This is # 2 of a series.
Haven't read the book but an author I enjoy
Three women meet at a crossroads in their lives, each searching for new ways to grow - and find in each other the courage to take chances and embrace the future.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
Roz is a woman of independent means who thought love was behind her, but when romance takes her by surprise, she won't allow anything to keep her from her second chance at happiness.
A very good series. I could hardly put it down.
Book Two in Nora Roberts' Garden Trilogy. I also have books One and Three.
All Nora Roberts' Fans need this one in thier collection. Pristine~
I also have the first in the series: Blue Dahlia, but the cover is missing. Let me know and will be glad to send it. The book is in good shape except for that. If fell of while a friend was reading it.
