Christina S. (HeartForAfrica) - reviewed on 9/19/2009 + 7 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 4

First, it must be stated that the author of this book is Tilly Bagshawe. She is writing a sequel to Sidney Sheldon's "Master of the Game". The saga of the infamous Blackwell family is continued with a new generation, Kate Blackwell's granddaughter Lexi Templeton and grandson Max Webster.

I found this story to be pleasantly entertaining, but it did not capture my attention to the point of not being able to set it aside for a day or two. The plot was a typical power struggle between two spoiled rich kids who scheme and connive, at all costs, to get control of the family company, Kruger-Brent. There is romance, intrigue, betrayal, hatred, sex, love and passion - all the ingredients to make for a riveting story, but it falls somewhat short of that mark.

While enjoyable, the story at times becomes too predictable and not convincing in the details. I did not find myself identifying with any of the characters or rooting for their success. Instead, I was thinking, "who would do that in real life?"

I would recommend this as a good, but not great read, especially if you've read previous books by either of these two authors.

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