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In The Name Of Love - Sammie Ward
In The Name Of Love
Sammie Ward
ISBN-10: 097635540X
ISBN-13: 9780976355403
Lady Leo Publishing
Reviewed By Jacqueline Graham
Official Apex Reviews Rating:
Dreams of forever are often accompanied by nightmares from the past…
At least, Derrick Rawlings and Shari Thomas would agree. After years of being apart, the two are suddenly reunited: having achieved remarkable success as a London businessman, Derrick returns to his roots in Arkansas to take over the reigns of Rawlings Industries, the family business, after his father suffers a heart attack and retires. Running into Shari again, Derrick initially shuns her due to the broken heart she left him with, but upon discovering that she bore him a son in his absence, he quickly welcomes her and their child back into his life, honored to be given a chance at fatherhood.
But not so fast: the conniving Mia, the living embodiment of "Never take no for an answer," refuses to be rejected by Derrick in favor of his rekindled romance with Shari, and the flame that she continues to carry for him soon threatens to burn their union down in an inferno of unresolved, unchecked passion.
On top of all this, a long-hidden Rawlings family secret soon re-emerges, adding fuel to the fire as an additional impediment to Derrick and Shari's fate - and, as cruel as it seems, having been committed by Derrick's own father years ago, solely in the name of love.
As the story unfolds, it seems nearly impossible that the reunited lovers will be able to overcome the obstacles that constantly confront them, but love, the true strength of their union, proves too formidable a foe for the various elements determined to render them apart. In The Name Of Love is a heart-warming read that more than reassures the reader of all the possibilities to be achieved through true faith and patience, if one only believes. More so, though, it is a cautionary tale of the benefits of maintaining personal resolve, no matter how difficult your individual path may be. Ward reminds us through the perseverance of her protagonists that the only failure lies only in refusing to fight for what you truly believe in. Highly recommended.
Official Apex Reviews Interview: Sammie Ward (In The Name Of Love)
Apex Reviews: Sammie, we truly appreciate your taking the time to join us for this interview. We're looking forward to learning more about your book.
Why didn't Derrick's father just tell him about exactly why Mia was so relentless in pursuing him?
Sammie Ward: Albert Rawlings is a proud, stubborn man. Image means everything to him. It was difficult for him to admit that he was involved in wrong doing, and in the end he lost what meant the most to him, family.
AR: Your versatility as a writer is remarkable. You go from writing about political intrigue to murder mysteries to hidden family secrets with relative ease. How did you develop such a skill?
SW: (Chuckle) I don't know. It's just the way my mind runs. I never looked at is as being different. I write what I feel, whether its romance, intrigue, inspirational etc, etc.
AR: Your sex scenes are very arousing, but without being overly graphic or raunchy. Is it difficult for you to write those scenes so tastefully?
SW: Thank You. It's not difficult for me. I purposely write love scenes to be sensual and stimulating. I believe you can get the point across without being graphic or raunchy.
AR: What has your experience in the publishing world been like?
SW: So far so good. No big complaints. At the moments my novels are published through my publishing company, Lady Leo Publishing. Therefore, I'm doing things on my own terms and loving what I love do.
AR: Any advice for aspiring authors looking to emulate your success?
SW: Don't give up. Write everyday. Continue to learn the craft of writing and develop your own style. Above all else, learn the business side of writing----that's very important.
AR: What's next for you?
SW: Look for my next novel, Lace&Honor. It will be released sometime in 2008. It tells the story of three women/friends assigned to an army unit. The novel will chronicles the women as the deal life, the military ups and downs while on the verge of facing deployment to war.
AR: Thanks again, Sammie, and best of continued success to you in all your endeavors!
SW: Thank you, Apex, for having me. It's been a blast.
Sammie Ward
ISBN-10: 097635540X
ISBN-13: 9780976355403
Lady Leo Publishing
Reviewed By Jacqueline Graham
Official Apex Reviews Rating:
Dreams of forever are often accompanied by nightmares from the past…
At least, Derrick Rawlings and Shari Thomas would agree. After years of being apart, the two are suddenly reunited: having achieved remarkable success as a London businessman, Derrick returns to his roots in Arkansas to take over the reigns of Rawlings Industries, the family business, after his father suffers a heart attack and retires. Running into Shari again, Derrick initially shuns her due to the broken heart she left him with, but upon discovering that she bore him a son in his absence, he quickly welcomes her and their child back into his life, honored to be given a chance at fatherhood.
But not so fast: the conniving Mia, the living embodiment of "Never take no for an answer," refuses to be rejected by Derrick in favor of his rekindled romance with Shari, and the flame that she continues to carry for him soon threatens to burn their union down in an inferno of unresolved, unchecked passion.
On top of all this, a long-hidden Rawlings family secret soon re-emerges, adding fuel to the fire as an additional impediment to Derrick and Shari's fate - and, as cruel as it seems, having been committed by Derrick's own father years ago, solely in the name of love.
As the story unfolds, it seems nearly impossible that the reunited lovers will be able to overcome the obstacles that constantly confront them, but love, the true strength of their union, proves too formidable a foe for the various elements determined to render them apart. In The Name Of Love is a heart-warming read that more than reassures the reader of all the possibilities to be achieved through true faith and patience, if one only believes. More so, though, it is a cautionary tale of the benefits of maintaining personal resolve, no matter how difficult your individual path may be. Ward reminds us through the perseverance of her protagonists that the only failure lies only in refusing to fight for what you truly believe in. Highly recommended.
Official Apex Reviews Interview: Sammie Ward (In The Name Of Love)
Apex Reviews: Sammie, we truly appreciate your taking the time to join us for this interview. We're looking forward to learning more about your book.
Why didn't Derrick's father just tell him about exactly why Mia was so relentless in pursuing him?
Sammie Ward: Albert Rawlings is a proud, stubborn man. Image means everything to him. It was difficult for him to admit that he was involved in wrong doing, and in the end he lost what meant the most to him, family.
AR: Your versatility as a writer is remarkable. You go from writing about political intrigue to murder mysteries to hidden family secrets with relative ease. How did you develop such a skill?
SW: (Chuckle) I don't know. It's just the way my mind runs. I never looked at is as being different. I write what I feel, whether its romance, intrigue, inspirational etc, etc.
AR: Your sex scenes are very arousing, but without being overly graphic or raunchy. Is it difficult for you to write those scenes so tastefully?
SW: Thank You. It's not difficult for me. I purposely write love scenes to be sensual and stimulating. I believe you can get the point across without being graphic or raunchy.
AR: What has your experience in the publishing world been like?
SW: So far so good. No big complaints. At the moments my novels are published through my publishing company, Lady Leo Publishing. Therefore, I'm doing things on my own terms and loving what I love do.
AR: Any advice for aspiring authors looking to emulate your success?
SW: Don't give up. Write everyday. Continue to learn the craft of writing and develop your own style. Above all else, learn the business side of writing----that's very important.
AR: What's next for you?
SW: Look for my next novel, Lace&Honor. It will be released sometime in 2008. It tells the story of three women/friends assigned to an army unit. The novel will chronicles the women as the deal life, the military ups and downs while on the verge of facing deployment to war.
AR: Thanks again, Sammie, and best of continued success to you in all your endeavors!
SW: Thank you, Apex, for having me. It's been a blast.