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PROMISES IN PARADISE - Sandra Kitt Harlequin Kimani/Romance July 2010 |
SYNOPSIS: Cardiologist Diane Maxwell had never forgotten the teenage kiss she and Hale Cameron shared. Now she's a romance-weary woman in need of a break. But when she receives an invitation to vacation in the Virgin Islands, she doesn't expect Hale to complete the romantic setting.
SERIES ROMANCE |4| Ashley Haney
REVIEW:
Sandra Kitt reintroduces us to a
familiar character in
PROMISES IN PARADISE. We
first met Diane when she was a little girl in ADAM AND EVA. Know Diane is all
grown up but still acting like a child. She hates Hale Cameron and its all stems
from the little she knows about his less than humble beginnings. Not to mention
the fact that her father took him under his wings and guided him with love and
attention. Hale can’t seem to figure out why Diane hates him so and why he keeps
setting himself up for rejection and condemnation from her. Will these two
finally address their issues and find love in paradise?
Dr. Diane Maxwell hates Christmas seeing as two years ago her ex-husband walked
out on her two days before Christmas. Now as the holiday season is upon her she
realizes that a lot is missing in her life and maybe if she spends the season
with her family she can start the healing process. As she joins her family on
St. John Island, she comes face to face with the man from her past. Hale is
surprised by the greeting he gets from Diane. Since she decides to be pleasant
towards him, he returns the gesture and discovers that they really do enjoy each
others company. As their relationship develops on a paradise island, reality
comes crashing down as they prepare to return home and Diane once again jumps to
conclusions without all of the facts. Diane and Hale have to face the fact that
their lives are intertwined and there is an unmistakable attraction between the
two of them. As they realize that life without each other is miserable, they
both must grow up and be open and honest with each other about their feelings if
they are ever going to build a life together.
The story takes place in D.C. and St. John. The time the couple spends together
on St. John is the turning point of their relationship. The dialogue is
interesting. The story is filled with Diane’s reflection of the past. The
supporting characters are great support systems for the main characters growth
and development throughout the story.
PROMISES IN PARADISE
was a great novel. I would advise readers to read
ADAM AND EVA
first to get a better understanding of Diane’s background. Sandra Kitt did a
fantastic job of allowing Hale and Diane to find true love the second time
around.
reviewer@romanceincolor.com | 1st July 2010