Reviewed by JoanneBook provided by the publisher for reviewReview originally posted at Romancing the BookOnce again Barbara Taylor Bradford writes a contemporary novel with strong women at its core and their men beside them to be there to support them, love them and be there when needed. Secrets From the Past did not disappoint – my interest was captivated from the first page to the last. There was closure through the epilogue but there seemed to be much more story to tell although all the loose ends were tied up neatly and I would love to meet up with Jessica, Cara and Serena again but don’t think we will.This book had wonderful characters with many layers to each of them as well as many different facets to their relationships based on who was interacting with who. But through it all the love the three Stone sisters had for each other, their deceased parents, Harry, and the men they loved shined through. The scenery was vivid and descriptive whether in Nice, Venice, Tripoli or other locations so much so that I could picture the places in my mind’s eye. There was romance, love, sorrow, heartache, secrets, war, family, friends, loved ones, good food, some laughter and tears throughout.Bradford has been one of my favorite authors since I read A Woman of Substance back in 1980. Since then I have always looked forward to the release of her next book. If you haven’t read her books before add her to your TBR pile. You’ll be glad you did!Favorite Quote: …I thought: Secrets. All families must have secrets. It can’t just be ours. I threw up a little in my mouth reading the dialogue in this book. The sisters were way too cordial with each other and their memories of their parents were way too perfect. They were a Hollywood family raised with complete ideals and absolutely no vices. Everyone was beautiful, kind and nobody had major character flaws. Even after discovering "the big secret" their view of their dead parents was still unsoiled. Completely unrealistic. The premise sounded promising, especially with the war photojournalism aspect but this book disappointed from beginning to end, falling completely flat with its stiff dialogue an unrealistic, one dimensional characters.
What do You think about I Segreti Del Passato (2012)?
Audiobook. Main characters were war photographers in dangerous middle eastern countries.
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