Synopses & Reviews
Library Journal Best Genre Fiction of 2001
#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts—hailed by Publishers Weekly as “a storyteller of immeasurable diversity and talent”—presents the first book in her mesmerizing new Three Sisters Island trilogy. Set on a remote, rocky island off the coast of Massachusetts, steeped in history, romance, and legend, Dance Upon the Air is an unforgettable tale of friendship, fate, and the mysterious ways of the heart…
When Nell Channing arrives on charming Three Sisters Island, she believes that she’s finally found refuge from her abusive husband—and from the terrifying life she fled so desperately eight months ago… But even in this quiet, peaceful place, Nell never feels entirely at ease. Careful to conceal her true identity, she takes a job as a cook at the local bookstore café—and begins to explore her feelings for the island sheriff, Zack Todd. But there is a part of herself she can never reveal to him—for she must continue to guard her secrets if she wants to keep the past at bay. One careless word, one misplaced confidence, and the new life she’s created so carefully could shatter completely. Just as Nell starts to wonder if she’ll ever be able to break free of her fear, she realizes that the island suffers under a terrible curse—one that can only be broken by the descendants of the Three Sisters, the witches who settled the island back in 1692. And now, with the help of two other strong, gifted women—and with the nightmares of the past haunting her every step—she must find the power to save her home, her love…and herself…
Review
Escaping to Three Sisters Island to put her life together after an abusive marriage, Nell Channing gradually begins to think that she has finally found a place where she can create a new life. But her husband isn't about to let her go, and when he finally finds her, it takes all her new-found strength and a little help from her "sisters" to deal with his violence. A magnetic hero, a heroine who finds herself, and some memorable secondary characters weave a mesmerizing tale of witchcraft and magic that launches Robert's latest trilogy in fine style. One of the best and most consistent writers in the genre, Roberts (The Villa) is a member of the RWA Hall of Fame and lives in Keedysville, MD. Library Journal
Review
The first installment of Roberts's newest trilogy set on Three Sisters island invokes the sensitive characterizations and magic that distinguished her previous trilogy (Jewels of the Sun, Tears of the Moon, Heart of the Sea). An enchanted island off the coast of Massachusetts, Three Sisters was formed as a sanctuary by three frightened witches fleeing persecution. Although the witches found peace on the island, each of them entered into an ill-fated relationship and died tragically. Now their descendants Nell Channing, Ripley Todd and Mia Devlin have to break the pattern set by their foremothers, or the island will sink. This first book focuses on Nell, a newcomer to the island who escaped her abusive husband by staging her death. Nell is unaware that she's a witch, but she is instinctively drawn to the island and secures a job as a chef in the cafe owned by Mia. Between coping with her bleak memories and deciding whether she can give her heart to Zach Todd, Ripley's brother and the island sheriff, Nell has little time to digest the discovery that she's a witch. In the end, however, Nell will have to come to terms with her newfound powers so that she can fight her all-too-demented husband. It's probably witchcraft that Roberts can turn out so many books and still create something that's sexy and charming, but in this tale, it's evident that she hasn't lost her fairy touch. Publishers Weekly
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Acclaim for Nora Robertsandrsquo;s 200th Novel The Witness: andldquo;Robertsandrsquo; answer to The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo.andrdquo;andmdash;Kirkus Reviews
andldquo;Roberts is unrivaled, and her latest addictively readable novel is guaranteed to jangle readersandrsquo; nerves and keep them enthralled long past bedtime.andrdquo;andmdash;Booklist (starred review)
andldquo;Taut, riveting drama thatandrsquo;s guaranteed to keep the adrenaline flowing. Another memorable page-turner from Robertsandrsquo;s consistently remarkable pen.andrdquo;andmdash;Library Journal
andldquo;One of Roberts's cleverest heroines yet, this intricately dramatic book only confirms that Roberts is a master of the genre.andrdquo;andmdash;Publishers Weekly
andldquo;Legendary.andrdquo;andmdash;Wall Street Journal
andldquo;Nora Roberts has done it again, proving once more that she is reigns supreme.andrdquo;andmdash;thenewstribune.com
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and#8220;Americaand#8217;s favorite writer.and#8221;and#8212;The New Yorker
Synopsis
#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts hailed by Publishers Weekly as a storyteller of immeasurable diversity and talent presents the first book in her Three Sisters Island trilogy. When Nell Channing arrives on charming Three Sisters Island, she believes that she s finally found refuge from her abusive husband and from the terrifying life she fled so desperately eight months ago
Careful to conceal her true identity, she takes a job as a cook at the local bookstore cafe and begins to explore her feelings for the island sheriff, Zack Todd. But there is a part of herself she can never reveal to him. One careless word, one misplaced confidence, and the new life she s so carefully created could shatter completely.
Just as Nell starts to wonder if she ll ever be able to break free of her fear, she realizes that the island suffers under a terrible curse one that can only be broken by the descendants of the Three Sisters, the witches who settled the island back in 1692. And now, with the help of two other strong, gifted women and the nightmares of the past haunting her every step she must find the power to save her home, her love and herself.
Don't miss the other books in the Three Sisters Island Trilogy
Heaven and Earth
Face the Fire"
Synopsis
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author-the first book in the reissued Three Sisters Island trilogy is a tale of friendship, fate, and the mysterious ways of the heart.
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In her stunning new novel, #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts proves why no one is better andldquo;when it comes to flawlessly fusing high-stakes suspense with red-hot romanceandrdquo; (Booklist). Daughter of a cold, controlling mother and an anonymous donor, studious, obedient Elizabeth Fitch finally let loose one night, drinking too much at a nightclub and allowing a strange manandrsquo;s seductive Russian accent to lure her to a house on Lake Shore Drive.
Twelve years later, the woman now known as Abigail Lowery lives alone on the outskirts of a small town in the Ozarks. A freelance security systems programmer, her own protection is supplemented by a fierce dog and an assortment of firearms. She keeps to herself, saying little, revealing nothing. Unfortunately, that seems to be the quickest way to get attention in a tiny southern town.
The mystery of Abigail Lowery and her sharp mind, secretive nature, and unromantic viewpoints intrigues local police chief Brooks Gleason, on both a personal and professional level. And while he suspects that Abigail needs protection from something, Gleason is accustomed to two-bit troublemakers, not the powerful and dangerous men who are about to have him in their sights.
And Abigail Lowery, who has built a life based on security and self-control, is at risk of losing both.
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Three women learn that the heart of their historic home holds a mystery of years gone by, as #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts brings her In the Garden trilogy to a captivating conclusion. 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 nightand#133;
Hayley Phillips came to Memphis hoping for a new start, for herself and her unborn child. She wasnand#8217;t looking for a handout from her distant cousin Roz, just a job at her thriving In the Garden nursery. What she found was a home surrounded by beauty and the best friends sheand#8217;s ever hadand#151;including Rozand#8217;s son Harper. To Hayleyand#8217;s chagrin, she has begun to dream about Harperand#151;as much more than a friendand#133;
If Hayley gives in to her desire, sheand#8217;s afraid the foundation sheand#8217;s built with Harper will come tumbling down. And that wouldnand#8217;t be the only consequence, since her dreams are tangled up with Roz and the nursery. Hayley will have to put the past behind her to know her own heart againand#151;and to decide whether sheand#8217;s willing to risk itand#133;
Previously in the In the Garden trilogy
Blue Dahlia
and
Black Rose
Synopsis
From #1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts comes the first novel of the In the Garden trilogy. Against the backdrop of a house steeped in history and a thriving new gardening business, three women unearth the memories of the past and uncover a dangerous secret.
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 nightand#133;
Trying to escape the ghosts of the past, young widow Stella Rothchild, along with her two energetic little boys, has moved back to her roots in southern Tennesseeand#151;and into her new life at Harper House and the In the Garden nursery. She isnand#8217;t intimidated by the houseand#151;nor by its mistress, local legend Roz Harper. Despite a reputation for being difficult, Roz has been nothing but kind to Stella, offering her a comfortable new place to live and a challenging new job as manager of the flourishing nursery.
As Stella settles comfortably into her new life, she finds a nurturing friendship with Roz and with expectant mother Hayley. And she discovers a fierce attraction to ruggedly handsome landscaper Logan Kitridge. Heand#8217;s difficult but honest, brash but considerateand#151;and undeniably sexy. And for a sensible woman like Stella, he may be just what she needsand#133;
Donand#8217;t miss the next two books of the In the Garden trilogy
Black Rose and Red Lily
Synopsis
#1 New York Times bestselling author Nora Roberts presents the second novel of her In the Garden trilogy, as three women must discover the secrets from the past contained within their historic homeand#133;
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 nightand#133;
At forty-seven, Rosalind Harper is a woman whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend without breakingand#151;and to 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 businessand#151;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.
Hired to investigate Rozand#8217;s Harper ancestors, Dr. Mitchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued by Roz herself. And as they begin to resurrect old secrets, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogistand#151;even when he learns more about her than anyone has beforeand#133;
Previously in the In the Garden trilogy
Blue Dahlia
And donand#8217;t miss the final In the Garden book
Red Lily
About the Author
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