Renda B. (Renda) - reviewed A Review of Bulls Island on 11/14/2008 + 7 more book reviews

Dorothea Benton Frank weaves a fantastic tale of an endearing character. The story revolves around Elizabeth "Betts" McGee. Betts left South Carolina after a horrific tragedy and a broken engagement. Leaving behind her family and friends, she moves to New York City and becomes a top investment bank executive. Betts leads a successful life with her career and as a mother.

All seems well, until her company decides to accept an investment in the development of an untouched island (Bulls Island). Betts is forced to return to what she left behind. She is faced with reconnecting to those she left behind. She is also confronted with the task of working side by side with JD (her "ex" fiance) in order to make the project successful. In a short period of time, Betts' whole life changes. A secret that she has kept for twenty years will be revealed and threatens all she holds dear.

The characters in the story are true to life. Each with their distinct personalities cause the reader to either love or hate them. The breathtaking descriptions of the scenery, from the "southern" heat to the ocean waves, will transport you to the area.

Although romance is not my favorite genre, this book did not disappoint me. It is a great read and the storyline kept me interested. Ms. Frank was able to make me feel as if I knew each person in the story. It had me laughing, frustrated, and intrigued.

Bulls Island by Dorothea Benton Frank

1st Ed. Phillip Morrow, an Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers

332 pages

Available in hardback

ISBN:978-0-06-143843

Other titles by this author:

Sullivan's Island

Pawleys Island

Shem Creek

The Land of Mango Sunsets

The Christmas Pearl

Full of Grace

Isle of Palms

Plantation

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