Posted by Jo-Anne Vandermeulen on December 7, 2009
"5-STAR READ LISTMANIA"
Does your Christmas wish list look anything like mine?
Shopping for someone who enjoys suspense/romance?
I recommend each and every book on my Listmania. I guarantee the reader will be totally satisfied…(perhaps I’m a tad opinionated here…lol)
1. Conquer All Obstacles by Jo-Anne Vandermeulen
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“An emotional thrill ride as it pulls on the heart strings, fans the flames of anger, and tugs at the smile within. 5-Star Read”
 2. Grand Avenue by Joy Fielding
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“A thriller twist at the end and romantic drama throughout. 5-Star Read”
 3. Change of Heart: A Novel by Jodi Picoult
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“Character driven and with a plot filled with debatable issues and intellectual questions. 5-Star Read” |
 4. Mad River Road by Joy Fielding
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“Excellent high level of suspense. 5-Star Read” |
 5. A Walk to Remember by Nicholas Sparks
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“A love story that stirs emotions and is a recommended read. 5-Star Read” |
 6. The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks
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“Character driven, the plot braids itself with pure passion of true love that never completely fades. 5-Star Read” |
 7. One Day at a Time: A Novel by Danielle Steel
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“Family struggles, secret love affair and the life of three different couples as to what appears as a ‘happily-ever-after’ journey. 5-Star Read” |
 8. Stone Heart by Luanne Rice
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“Engaging read with the solution of psychological issues using the family bond. 5-Star Read” |
 9. The Perfect Summer by Luanne Rice
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“A family drama filled with heart warming timeless themes. 5-Star Read” |
 10. Remember by Karen Kingsbury
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“Such real characters with issues that need resolution—serious character growth on every page. 5-Star Read” |
 11. Redemption by Karen Kingsbury
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“A page turner with a captivating story-line—honestly addressing life struggles. 5-Star Read” |
 12. 92 Pacific Boulevard by Debbie Macomber
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“Hooked from the first sentence, the characters come alive. 5-Star Read” |
 13. Public Secrets by Nora Roberts
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“Hooked from the very beginning, very descriptive characters who drive the story forward. 5-Star Read” |
 14. Bed Of Roses by Nora Roberts
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“Romance at its modern day best with well developed characters—unique personalities the reader follows and witnesses growth. 5-Star Read” |
 15. Charley’s Web by Joy Fielding
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“A thriller suspense that will grip at the heart of any parent as the main character must face the worse scenario. 5-Star Read” |
 16. My Sister’s Keeper: A Novel by Jodi Picoult
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“Living in the head of major characters, the reader can feel the tough life or death choices that needs to be decided…only to be left in ‘awe’ at a totally unexpected twist. 5- Star Read” |
 17. Heartstopper by Joy Fielding
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“A mother’s instinct to protect at all cost, even tangling with a serial killer. 5- Star Read” |
 18. The Ruins by Scott Smith
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“Excellent characters, very descriptive theme setting, and a psychological plot that leaves the reader tense and totally intrigued. 5-Star Read” |
 19. Case Of Need by Michael Crichton
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“Page turner, filled with medical terminology but easily followed with footnotes—a medical thriller of ER. A great story with learning opportunities too. 5- Star Read” |
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1. Conquer All Obstacles by Jo-Anne Vandermeulen
