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No obtiene la quinta estrella por no hacer referencia alguna al manejo de los archivos BVH. Por lo demás, genial!

This book has become one of my references for Poser 6. It's clearly written and covers topics from basic to advanced. I recommend this book for anyone learning or using Poser 6!

It was very easy to follow and made it easy to learn Poser 6.

I avoid buying software books because many of my past purchases were a complete waste of money. The authors rehash the software's free manuals and provide explanations and tutorials so basic that it seems their target reader is somebody who bought their first PC just last week.

Based on strong reviews, I took a chance and bought Practical Poser 6. I'm not going to cover the content, which is already described very thoroughly in other reviews here. I'll just say that if you have tried to use Poser without any tutorial or learning aids, this book is for you. I had a copy of Poser 5 and had just bought Poser 6 a few weeks before getting this book. My measure of a good instructional book is how much it taught me that I didn't know already. I estimate 50-60% of this book contains info that I'd only have learned by painful trial-and-error, and was really useful to me. And this is not to say that it's for experienced users only -- whether you're just starting out with Poser or already have a few years of experience, there's some explanations, tips and general good reading in this book for you. Highly recommended!

I found Practical Poser 6 a valuable training tutorial into the world of 3D graphics. Not only did it explain the functions and usages of Poser 6 in understandable terms, it illustrated examples in easy to follow, step-by-step instructions. This book is a recommended must-have for individuals who are thinking about entering the realm of 3D graphics or serious artists who want to refine their technique and squeeze a little more 'mileage' from their programs. A first-rate, well written book in it's field.

Is that so-called review a joke or a put-on? Or is it just someone out for this author? I find it hard to believe that someone who can't even spell himself (or is it herself?)ie "disaggreed" "i" would actually make a statememt after such writing that a book was "poorly written". I think it's just vindictive because they couldn't understand it; maybe he/she should learn to to spell etc before they knock someone else's work. What a hoot!

I have read this book cover to cover many times. I enjoy it more and more every time I read it. It's a fantastic book (a must read!) for Gothic and Non-Gothic lovers alike. The story line is fascinating, and keeps you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next! I recommend it to all my friends. I am praying for a sequel!

I have read this book cover to cover many times. I enjoy it more and more every time I read it. It's a fantastic book (a must read!) for Gothic and Non-Gothic lovers alike. The story line is fascinating, and keeps you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next! I recommend it to all my friends. I am praying for a sequel!

John Condenzio has written a page turner based on an actual ghostly happening. A writer comes to town wishing to be inspired by a gothic setting and meets several unusual characters. Condenzio had crafted strong, well written personalities, each having met the spectral visitor. Inspired scenes throughout make this a strong addition to anyone interested in the horror, retro-gothic, of ghost genres. The uniqueness is the telling opf the full story in a tripartite series of 'novellas-within-a-book'. If you liked M.R. James or even Stephen King's early ghostly tales, this one is a gotcha.

I have read this book cover to cover many times. I enjoy it more and more every time I read it. It's a fantastic book (a must read!) for Gothic and Non-Gothic lovers alike. The story line is fascinating, and keeps you on the edge of your seat wondering what will happen next! I recommend it to all my friends. I am praying for a sequel!

"This wonderful story by Maureen McMahon has a little bit of everything to keep you turning pages! Romance, ghostly visitations, family betrayal, deception, as well as an unraveling murder mystery, will most certainly hold the reader's interest. The story is elegantly crafted so that the reader feels like they are within the confines of the story. I really enjoyed reading the entire story, for the pace was excellent. I would certainly recommend this book to anyone with a love for all the elements of a superb story. I see more great novels in the future from this author!...

I don't know about comparing SHADOWS IN THE MIST to "Jane Austin," as reviewer baset calls her. I would suggest a comparison with Victoria Holt is more apt. SHADOWS IN THE MIST is a taut, suspenseful story, with shivery paranormal and gothic overtones, comparing favorably to the best of Holt. The reader is pulled into the compelling story from the first sentence, and McMahon doesn't let up on the tension until the final word. I loved it!

A friend recommended this book to me, and I'm SO glad she did! I simply could not put it down, it kept me turning pages way past midnight. Something for everyone -- mystery, romance, and a ghostly undercurrent that keeps the reader guessing. Beautifully written with an amazing cast of characters, it was one of those books that I wanted to go on and on. Ms. McMahon, if you're listening, PLEASE write a sequel!

I found Shadows in the Mist to be a wonderfully textured romantic suspense. There are twists and turns to keep the reader guessing, interesting characters to keep the reader caring, and an atmosphere so real and enveloping you may feel the mist rising up around your armchair as you read it. I look forward to reading more by this excellent new author.

I loved the books of Mary Stewart, especially The Moonspinners, Airs above the grounds etc. But now I have found an author with the same style (although more modern ofcourse). I started reading and could not stop! From the first chapter I was hooked. Suzanna goes home after her father has been found in his pool - drowned. He has left a will stipulating Suzanna marry his adopted son Grant, who leads the family company. Suzanna suspects her father has been murdered, and when strange things start to happen she does not know who she can trust. It is a marvellous story with gothic elements. Reads fast. Wow, really loved it. I will certainly buy her next book.

The following are comments from members at the April 9, 2007, meeting of the SECOND MONDAY BOOK GROUP located in Prospect Park, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

"The book has all possible charm due to the author's frank revelations and her observations on life."
"She had a life of heavy-duty work, and she survived. It made me feel that if she could, maybe I could."
"Her descriptions made me understand what she was living through."
"I was amazed by her memory. She was consistent in using the child's point of view."
"I liked the simplicity of her writing. She used simple sentence structure but was very direct."
"At first, there was a lot of 'first person,' but it stopped bothering me when I got into the story."
"I wondered, what is the theme? It's more like vignettes. So I watched the chapter titles and got the focus. I think the chapters should be part of an historical society's collection."
"I kept thinking of the Laura Ingalls Wilder books--the slaughter of animals, for example, but this book gave more details."
"The book is remarkably well done. It's heartbreaking."
"I was struck by the universality of the poverty-stricken existence--the whole idea of how you exist when you have almost nothing."
"Rosemarie Schulga did a remarkable job in preserving those old villages for us to read about."

Rosemarie Schulga's book is the best book I've ever read. Who can beat a book this good? And every detail she wrote in there was true. It also feels like you're really there,watching Rosemarie go through her childhood. It is just a wonderful book!

It is an exceptionally rich assortment of vivid recollections of her childhood, the creation of a mind gifted with exceptional sensitivity, memory and imagination. Her sensitivity extends to animals; her memory goes back to early childhood; her imagination wonderfully blends reality and fantasy.
Her father, in a fit anger, claimed to not be her real father; and she was never treated with the same affection and respect that her siblings received. Hans Christian Andersen wrote a classic story for her, entitled "The Ugly Duckling": a child of swans, raised by ducks, finally leaves her home to happily join the swans.
Because kindness and self-sacrifice did not get her the attention she craved, she mastered the fine art of needling, bringing upon herself verbal and physical punishment. Truth was her sword, and she rarely refrained from using it. However, despite many unkind deeds, all of the ducks did love their ugly duckling, and took good care of her.
Herself, her family, the villagers, and interlopers are clearly described in simple precise English; she puts their behavior under a high-resolution microscope for everyone to examine.
None of her recollections are distorted by political correctness.
Her recollections, diverse and abundant, are for a broad audience of perceptive individuals. Some of her keen observations will even be of interest to historians, psychologists, sociologists, ethologists, and anthropologists seeking to improve our understanding of the complexities of family and village life.
Foremost, she taught me exactly how to raise nine children during war and reconstruction, while living in dire poverty in a harsh climate, surrounded by rather unfriendly neighbors. She and her family are an inspiration to all extremely poor families throughout the world, and throughout time.
I have also come to know the fine German spirit of Rosemarie Schulga, and will never forget her.

In the Shadow of the Mill tells two stories: the vivid memories of one young girl's life while growing up in Germany towards the end of World War 2 and a fascinating account of village life in a community centered around one large farm. It is an engaging and often riveting account of her life as she grew up in a poor family whose livelihood depended on the farm in which her father lived and worked. Her thoughts and her unique view of her world are wonderfully conveyed with vivid vignettes compelling you to keep reading. It is more that just her story; it is a wonderful slice of history of what life was like in a small farm village. This is a portrayal hard to come by in a history book or in the memoirs typically available which usually tell of the lives of those whose access to education was readily available.

Rosemarie Schulga wrote this book out of sheer recollections that she has told her children, friends and family over the years about her childhood in a farmer's village in Northern Germany in and around the second world war. Although her parents were basically farm hands living on a large, fuedal like estate, Rosemarie never felt more at home with her eigth brothers and sisters. Life was and often, a struggle specially during the early years of the war when the author's strong and resourceful father was sent for a brief time to prison because he refused to interpret for the Nazis. Vati (the father) had a rough life growing up as well, being borne in Belaruss, sent to prison at 16 and escaping to Germany and living as an emigre. For what seem like a harsh childhood, Schulga nevertheless has nothing but endearment, recollecting what it was like growing up in a picturesque setting during idyllic times that is no more. She describes in meticulously details, her mother's delicious cooking and also the happy occassions when a little break was taken from the back breaking work, to celebrate a holiday or a village tradition. But having to grow up amidst so many siblings with parents working from sun up and sun down, leaves very little to tend to a liitle girl's sensibilities and curiousities. Rosemarie often recieved slappings from her mother when she ask too many questions or shows a certain weakness like refusing to stir the gushing blood of a pig into a bowl to prevent it from coagulating with her bare hands. The author took the killing of her pet goat for meat, especially hard since she took it for granted that she will be keeping this animal as a pet since she was allowed to treat it like one for a while. The book ends when Rosemorie turned fourteen and her mother has already arranged for her to marry an older farmer down the lane which is nothing unussual for girls her age. But like most survivors of difficult childhoods, Rosemarie was intelligent and had wit and foresight to endure. This book was written in an easy- to-read, conversational prose which took a little to warm up to for the first few pages. But it doesn't take much for the author to draw you in. I really appreciated how the author cherished the wonderful memories of her parents and siblings despite of all the difficulties growing up poor. Her experiences and how she was able to survive them shaped her character and was able to share the finer more cherished ones with her children and with us. I highly recommend this book. It's a wonderful read.

I just started to read this book and it is hard to put down. It has a lot of pictues of the priest's life and very well written. Anyone who likes biographys I think would love this book or would like to know more about the WWII.

This book will take the reader on a journey with Father Goldman who as a young man entered the Seminary to study for the priesthood.His studies are interrupted by World War 2 when he is drafted into the Waffen SS.He faces persecution because of his religous beliefs but he does not give up his faith in God.
He later serves in the Heer (German Army) as a medic and saves many of his fellow soldiers at a great risk to his own life.I would reccomend this book to not only military historians but also to those going into religous studies.

Father Goldmann struggled without ceasing.. He lived the Beatitudes within very difficult circumstances. His account describes the human drama as inflicted on innocent German soldiers(pawns of war)put through one of the most evil meat grinders of history -- Hitler's Reich... A very inspiring story...

Just as light shines in the darkness, Gereon Goldmann (a good-hearted Franciscan) witnesses for Christ in the midst of WWII. This autobiography is a MUST READ for anyone that doubts, for anyone that may have the least amount of curiosity to have a trickle of faith filter through his existence when all else around grows dim. This TRUE STORY is simply amazing and well written.

I was first introduced to THE SHADOW OF HIS WINGS a few years back by a friend when I wanted my junior high students to read something of WWII, where good and evil are contrasted, through the eyes of faith. It seemed fundamental, since, in hindsight we can ask questions of the bystanding Germans, Italians, and Poles that lived at the time: Why wasn't more done to prevent such a horror? Why didn't the Church stop this evil? Didn't people know that those trains were carrying cargo of soon-to-be corpses of perverted experimentation? The book does not get into the particulars of evil, but rather, gives the reader a tender notion of good versus evil in the most pivotal way, an incredible story to be read over and over again.

I am presently writing a unit plan for grades six through twelve to parallel this remarkable story.

See and read what so many do not, a beautifully told story on the horizon of understanding of how God works miracles... LIFE among the lifeless.

Have you ever read a book that you wanted to tell all your friends about? A book that you thought everyone should read? This is it!

This is a most amazing story that will convince you of the great power of prayer. I recommend this book to all who pray, not just Catholics.

If you enjoy this book, you will also enjoy reading "The Grunt Padre" by Fr. Daniel Mode. Fr. Vincent Capodanno died while serving in Vietnam. The cause for Beatification and Canonization for Fr.Capondanno was initiated in 2006.

If you loved The Far Pavilions, you will love Shadow of the Moon as well. This beautifully written book withstands the test of time. I was able to get the original version from my library as opposed to the abridged version which evidently came out some years later.
M.M. Kaye writes of a time in India surrounding 1857 and places you there with exquisite descriptions of the land, its people and that time of unrest. My favorite aspect of her writing is her female heroines; they live up to that role and are not reduced to inane conduct for the story's sake. She writes about them in a consistent and believable way. The secondary characters fill out the depth of the tale for a complete array of personalities. She does not hold back conveying the idiotic manner some Brits behaved during this event, adding the perfect touch of realism to this story. Very highly recommended.

M. M. Kaye's extraordinary novel "Shadow of the Moon" combines historical fact with a wonderful love story set against the beauty and complexity of India during the British Raj. One of Ms. Kaye's gifts as a writer is her ability to create three-dimensional characters and plausibly insert them into historic events. Here she intertwines her cast of characters with history and through the microcosm of their lives we view the dramatic events of the past.

The action in M. M. Kaye's novel pivots around the Mutiny of 1857," also called the "Sepoy Rebellion." Indian soldiers in the Bengal army of the British East India Company rose against their British rulers in May 1857 and the violent uprising quickly spread throughout British ruled India. "Shadow of the Moon" is the love story of an Anglo-Spanish heiress with vast land holdings in India and a political officer of the East India Company. The author intertwines the lives of these two central characters, and a large supporting cast, with historical events to create a wonderful epic novel.

Ms. Kaye has written more than a historical novel here, although the book is full of romance, intrigue and the extraordinary colors of India. The author is the daughter of Anglo-Indians and writes with an obvious love of the country and all its varied cultures. She portrays many of the colonialist characters with the arrogant and superior attitudes so prevalent at the time and juxtaposes them and their narrowly focused lives against the realities of the world which surrounds them. These Victorian colonial attitudes, beliefs and zeal to spread their culture and religion appear to have made the uprising an inevitability.

I couldn't put this novel down and can't recommend it highly enough!
Jana

This is a superlative work of beautifully written, well-researched historical fiction by the author of the best selling, sweeping epic, "The Far Pavilions". The author was born in India, where she lived most of her life. Her love of that country is evident in her loving, descriptive passages of the land of her birth. Her assessment of Anglo-Indian relations during the time of the British Raj is infused in the characters of her spellbinding novel. With exotic, mid-eighteenth century India as a backdrop for most of this engrossing story, the reader is swept away by its beautifully descriptive narrative. It is in India that the fate of a beautiful, young, Anglo-Spaniard heiress with the improbable name of Winter Ballasteros and that of Captain Alex Randall, a commissioned officer with the East India Company, are irrevocably intertwined.

Born in India and orphaned at an early age, Winter is brought up in England but is always longing for the land of her birth. The opportunity to return home to India presents itself when she is betrothed at a tender age to the debauched Conway Barton, the grasping Commissioner of Lunjore, who is many years her senior. Captain Randall, who is sent by the Commissioner to escort his betrothed to India, is loathe to do so, knowing the Commissioner to be no fit husband for a seventeen year old girl, Moreover, Captain Randall is keenly sensitive to the potentially dangerous feelings of unrest that seem to be sweeping India, as its native population begins to chafe under the insensitive rule of its colonial masters.

Once in India and against a backdrop of native unrest, Winter and Captain Randall slowly begin to develop a relationship. When the Sepoy Rebellion of 1957 occurs, Winter and Captain Randall are thrown together. They discover that they must struggle to survive the madness and bloodlust that is all around them, as they witness atrocities beyond comprehension. The author gives a vivid re-creation of the Siege of Delhi, as well as a plaintive telling of the massacre of women and children at Cawnpore, a horrific bloodbath from which even the natives themselves shrank. It is against this tumultuous, historical backdrop that the personal drama of Winter and Captain Randall is juxtaposed.

With a wonderful cast of Indian and Anglo characters, the author gives the reader a sense of the vastness of India with its many different religions and castes. She successfully depicts the colonialist attitudes that would serve to unite Indians whose paths might not ordinarily cross and galvanize them to take violent action in an attempt to break the oppressive, colonial yoke. The Sepoy Rebellion of 1857 would be a lesson that England would long remember.

This is a riveting novel that those who love well-written historical fiction will enjoy, as will those who simply love a well told tale. Bravo!

This was just an amazing book. Once the author set up her characters and story line things just cooked along -- be prepared for the last 200 pages, because you will not surface for air until it's done! We have Winter, a wealthy heiress born and orphaned in India and sent to England to be raised by mostly uncaring relatives(except for the great-grandfather). When her great-grandfather dies, she is sent at the age of 17 to join her fiancee under the care of Alex Randall, who unbeknownst to her is now a debauched, obese drunk. Alex does try to tell her, but she maintains her childhood image of her "hero" and will not listen, to her great regret.

Lots of trials and tribulations as our hero and heroine travel back to India, the meeting and marriage to Conway and the Sepoy rebellion, and vividly portrayed by an author who has a great knowledge and love of the country and it's history. This is not only a story of two lovers, but one of stubborn, bigoted officials hiding their heads in the sand, treachery, intrigue and the brutal way in which the rebellion played out against the British, even shocking some of their own people. As with The Far Pavilions, it is shocking to see after 150 years not much of life and politics has changed in the Middle East, nor should the Europeans (or Americans now for that matter) be interfering in their life, culture and religion.

Highly recommended for any lover of historical fiction, India, or just a darn good book. This would make an awesome mini series, the sequences from the attack on the British and Alex and Winter's escape are just breathtaking. As a side note for those loooking for well written books for younger readers, this should be a good choice. Originally written in the 50's, the love scenes are quite chaste. Just be prepared for some gory, though accurate, portrayal of the violence aginst the British (including women and children) during the rebellion.

If you enjoy this book, I would also recommend Zemindar. The same topic, the Sepoy rebellion, and beautifully written. The author's prose was gorgeous, very reminiscent of Charlotte Bronte.

"Shadow of the Moon" is the story of the time before and after the Sephoy rebellion. It is the story of two people who are passionate about India, Winter and Alex. As an officer in the Indian army, Alex is asked to escort seventeen year old English/Spanish/Indian heiress Winter back to the land of her birth, to the man she has been engaged too since age eleven. Alex expects an older woman-a spinster with no other option than to marry his corpulent, drug and alcohol addled chief. But Winter's true age, and her childish attachment to the handsome man she was affianced too brings out a resented sense of responsibility in Alex and he continues to watch over her in India.

I read in the back of my copy of "Shadow of the Moon" that the original version, published in the 1950's, contained less than half of the original manuscript, which was re-printed in its entirety in the 80's. It's easy when reading this book to see what would have been cut out-M.M. Kaye is great at describing social interactions, clothing and landscapes but she isn't so good when describing the politics that went on before the Sephoy rebellion. So the original book would have been (I imagine) a romance with very little insight to the political ramifications of the British occupation of India. It's a pity that the real manuscript took too long to come out because while it has its slow parts it is a very complete picture of two very different societies occupying the same space and expecting to co-exist.

Winter and Alex, our main characters, represent two very different aspects of India. Though both were born and to some extent, raised there, neither is actually of the land (though they both posses physical traits which allow them to fake it.) Winter, because of her sex and marriage is incorporated in British India, and Alex, even though he works for the British army, has an understanding of the Indian feelings toward the British that most people can hardly grasp. So he spends the majority of the novel sneaking around, finding information about the rebellion he believes will happen soon. Naturally, no one believes him because with the conceit of the conquerors, the British believe they are enhancing and improving Indian society and culture.

Naturally our hero and heroine develop feelings for each other-which come to a head at the worst possible moment when they are hiding from Indians who are outraged enough to commit atrocities beyond belief.

Like The Far Pavilions this an amazing novel full of romance, vivid descriptions of culture, places, clothing and attitudes of the time. While not quite as engaging as "Pavilions" (mostly because of the political discussions, which Kaye never really manages to make all that interesting though they should be fascinating) it is head and tails above Trade Wind.(Though of course everything Kaye writes is wonderful, it only varies by slight degrees.)

Five stars. But make sure you get the complete version!

I first saw this book at the library and after taking it home was so impressed with the content. The poems are lovely and the illustrations are beautiful. It is also a wonderful idea to have a little question at the end of each poem to search for a 'hidden' object in the picture (i.e. for 'd', 'can you find my drum').

This book is such a wonderful catalyst to introduce children to the wonder and beauty of the alphabet and the words that they create. I suggest utilizing a real shadow box with objects beginning with a letter in conjunction with the book. Continue the wonder with fun that even your children can help to create ('What can we add to the shadow box that begins with the letter A'?).

Thank you Ms. Seeley. Yours is a beautiful book indeed :).

As an educator, this book is wonderful for develeoping minds. Excellent vocabulary, very well illustrated!

What can I say about a book that gets chosen over and over by your child? As the parent, I am glad to read a book that is so clever and challenging for BOTH the child and the parent. Hunt and find helps you bond with your child as you seek out the various objects etc. in the shadowboxes. "There's the anchor, Mommy!"

Wholeheartedly recommend this book.

My 4 year old son was severely speech impaired when he started bringing me "The Book of Shadowboxes" to read. Every day I would read it to him and he would point to the wonderful illustrations. After about 4 weeks, he began to say some of the words from the book. Every time we would read it together he would use a new word from the book. It was neat how he would point to the pictures and say the names of the items. For us, it was a miracle; for my son, it was just fun! Thank you Laura Seeley for this delightful book; it made such a huge difference in our son's life !

My son & I love this book. The illustrations are terrific! I bought copies for all my nieces & nephews as well as my son's Preschool, Kindergarten & 1st grade teachers! I highly recommend it:)

i have one thing to tell you . you'll have asleepless night
and excitement and thrill, the inability to leave the book before its completion

Alright, I am here to burst everyone's bubble. I have read the other 2 of this series and this one is BY FAR, the most offensive. I am not easily offended, but I got angry at this book, really angry. I won't sugar coat what the hero does to Karin, HE RAPES HER! He chains her to the bed and rapes her. You can call it unwilling surrender, but it doesn't change that fact that the leading man forces himself upon the leading woman. There is a scene where she tries to escape, he hunts her down and brings her back, then puts slave bracelets on her, so that if she ever tries to escape again that the town people will know that she is HIS PROPERTY!!!!! By the end of the book, he tones down a bit and she is able to have a free will, but I could never get over the slave bracelets or the Rape from the first part, and I honestly kept wishing that she would dump him a get a man who could respect her, not treat her like garbage. I am all about a strong male character, with a little bit of dominance, but COME ON! Romance novels are supposed to to make you smile and (even though you know it already) root for the hero and heroine to get together in the end. The only thing I did while reading this book was frown and keep praying that the hero was going to die. If you like strong female characters, this is NOT the book for you.

Christina Dodd is doing a fabulous job of sustaining a literary lust for more of her story about Adrik and Karen. It is the age-old story of the redeeming power of love, but with a sizzling twist that keeps you following along. Adrik is virile and commanding but conflicted about the family scourge that too often takes his will from him. Karen is perhaps the only person who can reach that dark part of his soul that seeks redemption. Captivating chemistry between them. Will look for more in the series.
A Genie in the House of Saud: Zubis Rises

While the two previous books were great, this one is even better. This book captured you from page one. I read it in two days and cannot wait for the fourth book. Christina Dodd's dialogue is so entertaining and her description of scenes are so vivid that you are there. I love it.

I haven't been that excited about this series even though I love Christina Dodd, b/c I didn't think the first 2 books in it were that great. Good, but not great. Into the Shadow however, was the best book I've read in a long time! I read it completely in one day and now am greatly anticipating the next/last one in the series, Into the Flame. If you haven't read the first 2 yet, it'd be good to, just to get the back story on the family and b/c they were good reads, but I'd do it just to get to this one, b/c it's worth the wait! It was almost like a historical and comtemporary/paranormal wrapped up in one with Adrick. He's the most perfect blend of infuriating Alpha male and modernized sophisticated male that I've come across. Yummy!

After reading books like Heart of Darkness, and Benito Cereno, Shadow Patriots was happily read. I loved the character Lizzie, her strength and personality was humerous. I also enjoyed how this book was fictional, yet didn't stretch the truth very far.

After being able to hear Robson speak at my school, I was overjoyed to be given the opprotunity to read her novel. Not long after reading the book I became enthralled and unable to put the book down. Every second of the book was fascinating. The way Robson wraps the historical figures in with her fictional plot is remarkable. As far as I know the book is historically accurate and has all the great names in American history such as George Washington, Ben Franklin, Alexander Hamiliton, and much much more. The main character Kate Darby is truely unique and sensational. She tears down the stereotype of a damsel in distress and proves that women can do whatever they put their minds do. Incredible Novel and quick read.

I read this book in my 11th grade English class not too long ago and it was so much more than I expected. The way the historical figures are mixed in with fictional characters makes it so interesting, and the mixing is so well done, you find yourself wondering who is made-up and who is not. On more than one occasion, I found myself unable to put the book down late at night. When I finished reading, I looked into some of the historical figures in the book, and Ms. Robson was very accurate with her information. All in all, this book makes history come alive!

This book was absolutely incredible for its detail. I loved reading the description of how life was in the time period. Robson's little tidbits-perfectly placed throughout the story- were so fascinating and knowing they were true added to the story. Robson made me feel as though I were there in the war and knew all the characters. It was not a typical book about the Revolution. It was captivating; I could not put it down. Its plot kept getting better and better with each page, and the ending, although sad, was perfect. The book was suprising and entertaing from the first to the last word.

Kate and Lizzie were characters I adored. Kate's bravery to help her brother, and Lizzie's devotion to Seth were fantastic attributions to each character and helped me identify with them. While reading, I didn't feel as though I was learning about history, which is a perfect way for historical fiction book to be written.

If you have interest in revolutionary times in USA this is a must read. The role that Quakers played in the war was very interesting to me. You will not be sorry you bought it.

Both of Patricia Vaughn's books were great. Very sophisticated and she's a great story teller. I wish she would write several more. I'd buy every one!

If you enjoy reading romance novels; then you won't be able to stop reading this deeply affectionate,loving story by Patricia. I've never read any of her books but, this one caught my attention by the Subtitle. I didn't want to put it down. If you haven't purchased it yet, I recommend you purchase a 'used' one because it's out of print. Unfortunately, I loaned this book(h/c) out & forgot to whom I allowed to borrow it, they nvr rtnd it..sigh...

I loved this book, although it was a bit too long. I really enjoyed it and I thought it was worth the extra pages. I also learned a few things reading this book. I wish there were more historical authors out there besides Patricia Vaughn and Beverly Jenkins.

Shadow s on the Bayou is a wonderfully book that is sure yo keep you up all night reading it. The story is about a young woman named Sylvia Dupont . She lives in New Orleans and because of her mixed heritage, is part of the placage system of being "sold" to a rich creole gentleman as his mistress;however, she falls in love with aJustin, an ironworker and must defy her mother and break sociity's rules jsut to be with him!How does the book end? You must read to find out! True, the book is long but, you will never become tired of reading it. Kudos to Mrs. VAughn for yet another well written masterpiece!

Why are her books so riveting? Despite what one reviewer said about Ms. Vaughn's latest work, I believe that this book was POWERFUL! It was very well researched and although the plot was long, you'll never become bored and the book was very well written. The author really does have a writing style that makes you feel like you are watching the story of Sylvia and Justin's love unfold. Although classified as a romance novel, this book is so much more. It provides a little known history of the "Selling" of women of mixed blood in New Orleans to wealthy Creole planters as mistresses, a part of history that wouldn't be found in a textbook. The characters are great and I wish that Mrs. Vaughn would write another novel. We need more authors like her who can write romances that have life lessons and moral twists too. I am throughly convinced that ANY Patricia Vaughn novel can stand up against a Beverly Jenkins novel, any day of the week. And in some cases, can beat them!! You know I only tell the truth, what have I to gain by lying about it? Kudos to Ms. VAughn! She's done it again!!