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Looking for a high seas mystery taking place after the Civil War? Jo Goodman has served up a book that lets the reader travel to 3 major locations: London; Charleston, South Carolina and some South Sea Islands.
The two leads, Rand Hamilton and Claire Bancroft, are two charming characters. Their repartee is amusing and pleasing. Rand is looking for a way to recover his familys home place; it was sold for taxes during Reconstruction. To recover his losses, he is looking for sponsors to support his next adventure to the South Seas.
Claire is an heiress who has lost her sight 18 months before. She wants to return to the South Sea Islands to find her father and her brother. She also cannot remember how she lost her sight and hopes that returning to the islands will stir her memory.
One of the many doctors shes seen has told her that her eyesight might return; theres no physical reason for her blindness. Fearing a life without sight, Claire wants to face the unknown problems that might have affected her sight.
As with most of Jo Goodmans books, the characters and story line are impressive. However, this book just didnt grab me. I had a hard time finishing it; I simply wasnt interested. Perhaps it was the mood I was in I felt the books flaws were minor.
Sometimes, no matter how great a book may be, the reader may not be in a place to get the most benefit from it. In the past, Ive enjoyed each of Goodmans books. 4 stars
The two leads, Rand Hamilton and Claire Bancroft, are two charming characters. Their repartee is amusing and pleasing. Rand is looking for a way to recover his familys home place; it was sold for taxes during Reconstruction. To recover his losses, he is looking for sponsors to support his next adventure to the South Seas.
Claire is an heiress who has lost her sight 18 months before. She wants to return to the South Sea Islands to find her father and her brother. She also cannot remember how she lost her sight and hopes that returning to the islands will stir her memory.
One of the many doctors shes seen has told her that her eyesight might return; theres no physical reason for her blindness. Fearing a life without sight, Claire wants to face the unknown problems that might have affected her sight.
As with most of Jo Goodmans books, the characters and story line are impressive. However, this book just didnt grab me. I had a hard time finishing it; I simply wasnt interested. Perhaps it was the mood I was in I felt the books flaws were minor.
Sometimes, no matter how great a book may be, the reader may not be in a place to get the most benefit from it. In the past, Ive enjoyed each of Goodmans books. 4 stars
Jo Goodman captivates readers with her wonderful historical romances. Now she spins a dazzling tale where the hunt for a lost treasure brings together two destined hearts...Jo Goodman is great in blending mystery with romance.
Shelley F. (shelleysalibi) reviewed More Than You Know (Hamilton Family, Bk 1) on + 280 more book reviews
From the inside cover...
More than he knew.
Rand Hamilton vows to rebuild his Charleston plantation with the only means left to him: a long-lost treasure that has lured and cursed two families for centuries. But to finance his expedition, he must agree to the terms of his wealthy London benefactor and allow his goddaughter to accompany him. Although wary, Rand agrees to take the woman with him, unaware that she is the one who holds the key to a haunting riddle that will lead him to a glorious treasure-and to a passion he has never known.
More than she dreamed.
London heiress Claire Bancroft is desperate to seek hidden meaning to a terrible fate that has shattered her life. Determined to find her missing brother and unlock the haunting secrets of her past, she must place her trust in Rand, only to discover that she is becoming completely enraptured by him...and the promise of a shining future together...
More than he knew.
Rand Hamilton vows to rebuild his Charleston plantation with the only means left to him: a long-lost treasure that has lured and cursed two families for centuries. But to finance his expedition, he must agree to the terms of his wealthy London benefactor and allow his goddaughter to accompany him. Although wary, Rand agrees to take the woman with him, unaware that she is the one who holds the key to a haunting riddle that will lead him to a glorious treasure-and to a passion he has never known.
More than she dreamed.
London heiress Claire Bancroft is desperate to seek hidden meaning to a terrible fate that has shattered her life. Determined to find her missing brother and unlock the haunting secrets of her past, she must place her trust in Rand, only to discover that she is becoming completely enraptured by him...and the promise of a shining future together...
Hamilton Family series...book #1.
MORE THAN HE KNEW
Rand Hamilton vows to rebuild his Charleston plantation with the only means left to him: a long-lost treasure that has lured and cursed two families for centuries. But to finance his expedition, he must agree to the terms of his wealthy London benefactor and allow his goddaughter to accompany him. Although wary, Rand agrees to take the woman with him, unaware that she is the one who holds the key to a haunting riddle that will lead him to a glorious treasure - and to a passion he has never known.
MORE THAN SHE DREAMED
London heiress Claire Bancroft is desperate to seek hidden meaning to the terrible fate that has shattered her life. Determined to find her missing brother and unlock the haunting secrets of her past, she must place her trust in Rand, only to discover that she is becoming completely enraptured by him...and the promise of a shining future together...
MORE THAN HE KNEW
Rand Hamilton vows to rebuild his Charleston plantation with the only means left to him: a long-lost treasure that has lured and cursed two families for centuries. But to finance his expedition, he must agree to the terms of his wealthy London benefactor and allow his goddaughter to accompany him. Although wary, Rand agrees to take the woman with him, unaware that she is the one who holds the key to a haunting riddle that will lead him to a glorious treasure - and to a passion he has never known.
MORE THAN SHE DREAMED
London heiress Claire Bancroft is desperate to seek hidden meaning to the terrible fate that has shattered her life. Determined to find her missing brother and unlock the haunting secrets of her past, she must place her trust in Rand, only to discover that she is becoming completely enraptured by him...and the promise of a shining future together...
