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The Rival (Mass Market Paperback)

by Brenda Joyce (Author)
3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)

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  • Mass Market Paperback: 437 pages
  • Publisher: St. Martin's Press (Aug 1998)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0312966210
  • ISBN-13: 978-0312966218
  • Product Dimensions: 17.1 x 10.6 x 3.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 708,907 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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3.0 out of 5 stars This romance has a different kind of heroic figure., 17 Nov 1998
By A Customer
This novel kept my interest partly because the hero was so non-heroic, so almost ordinary. Garrick is not the best looking, the strongest, or even the nicest man you want to meet. What he has, is heart. He feels strongly and in spite of his fears goes after that which his heart needs. Olivia is not pretty, not tall, nor petite, her uniqueness is in her character, which apparently developed from within. The two together make for a different kind of romance and an intriguing story. However, it was too long, and the ending was too abrupt with the handling of Richard, Lionel, Arlen and Elizabeth in the ending as an afterthought. Overall, I enjoyed the book and I will look for other Joyce novels in the Library. I bought this one, but I am not sure the others would hold my interest enough for re-reading.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Brenda Joyce does it again., 15 Aug 1998
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This book is so full of emotion, betrayal and the understanding of people that are not like everybody else. Her characters are strong but not to the point where they cease being human. Garrick and Olivia sizzle. It was hard to put the book down. This author writes for the adult minded and not the faint of heart. Brenda Joyce, please keep up the good work.
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5.0 out of 5 stars It's over 100 degrees outside, but hotter inside with this, 19 Jul 1998
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This book is almost spontaneously combustible (did I spell that right?). I'm a fan of Brenda Joyce, but her last two books, in my opinion, didn't have the intensity of Captive and The Game (for example). The Rival has that fire and I have to admit that I have badly neglected my family today because of it. Sent the kids to bed early (having forced them to watch videos), sent my husband out on errands (that could have waited), and enjoyed every minute of this story. Great plot that kept me guessing. Excellent characters that I loved and hated and felt were real. I'd like to see her next book move out of England and see someplace exotic again...the author has a real gift for heating up history!
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5.0 out of 5 stars This isn't actually a review, it's a comment.
I haven't read this book, but I can't figure out if I want to read it or not, juding by the extreme comments I have read from other readers. Is this book worth my money or not?
Published on 10 Jul 1999

3.0 out of 5 stars TOO SICK!!
I have read "The Conqueror" and thought it was great except for the sister "Lady Alice" .... Read more
Published on 16 May 1999

2.0 out of 5 stars Not worth staying up all night!
The characters were not drawn very well and after awhile I was just waiting for the next suprise to happen. Read more
Published on 3 Feb 1999

5.0 out of 5 stars Another hit!
"Ther Rival" like all of Ms. Joyce's book was great. It was a book that made me cry and held me in mystery all the way 'til the end. Read more
Published on 14 Oct 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Captured Me Till The End!!!!
I Loved This Book!! I couldn't stop reading it from beginning to end. When I finished I was disappointed it was over! Read more
Published on 11 Oct 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars It was, as usual, excellent!!
Brenda Joyce once again, proved that no matter what historical concept she takes upon, she can always do a fabulous job. Read more
Published on 5 Oct 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars An emotional page-turner not to be missed!
A well-written novel that I didn't want to put down. The best historical romance I've read in ages. Read more
Published on 26 Sep 1998

1.0 out of 5 stars Not the best of Brenda Joyce
I have been a fan for a long time. Have read all her books. I have been very disappointed in the last three. Hope Ms Joyce goes back to her former way of writing.
Published on 14 Sep 1998

5.0 out of 5 stars Riveting...I couldn't put this book down!
This is the first book by Brenda Joyce that I have read and it will not be my last! I found this book spellbinding and I really enjoyed how the story unfolded. Read more
Published on 4 Sep 1998

4.0 out of 5 stars This book is better than Splendor and Finer Things.
Since Ms.Joyce has left Avon, I have found her books lacking. This is the first book with her new publishers that is absorbing in the style that is uniquely hers. Read more
Published on 3 Sep 1998

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