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T. Davis BunnBethany House / 1992 / ePubOur Price$4.894.2 out of 5 stars for Florian's Gate - eBook. View reviews of this product. 13 Reviews
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KatyTennesseeGender: female5 Stars Out Of 5Excellent, well-researched novelMay 25, 2015KatyTennesseeGender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5This review was written for Florian's Gate, Priceless Collection Series #1.Excellent, well-researched novel. Multi-layered plot with great characters. An adventure of integrity into the lives and minds of a down-trodden, but stalwart people. This story provides many scenes for contemplation. I highly recommend this book to those who enjoy ruminating over history and human character as they read.
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CFAM4GeorgiaAge: 35-44Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5I really enjoyed the book!January 13, 2014CFAM4GeorgiaAge: 35-44Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5This review was written for Florian's Gate, Priceless Collection Series #1.I have read several books by this author and have enjoyed them. This book surprised me with the deep history of Poland and some about the Catholic church. I enjoyed the story and learned some new things. This book is worth your time!
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KikiArizonaAge: 55-65Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5Great book!August 11, 2013KikiArizonaAge: 55-65Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5I really enjoy all of T Davis Bunn's books, even if the description doesn't sound like it would be something I would usually read. Although I know nothing about antiques, I feel like his descriptions were easy to picture. This was almost two stories in one, with the second part being about Poland and it's history after the war. It was heartbreaking to hear how the Polish people had to live. And, of course the tour of the camp, indescribable and devastating. I will definitely re-read this one and have already recommended it.
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Patti SheneSoutheastern ColoradoAge: Over 65Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5An intense, well-written bookMay 27, 2013Patti SheneSoutheastern ColoradoAge: Over 65Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 5Meets Expectations: 5This review was written for Florian's Gate, Priceless Collection Series #1.I know little of the antique business, but Florian's Gate gave me a glimpse into the world of antique trading that piqued my interest from the start of the book. Jeffrey Sinclair takes a job at a London antique shop, where he learns the business and tries to figure out the mysterious nature of his boss, Alexander Kantor. He finds himself more and more attracted to the lovely Katya, who keeps him at a distance.
Jeffrey's position takes him to Europe, where he not only seeks valuable antiques, but learns the hardships their owners endure as they adjust to freedom after the fall of the iron curtain. He discovers that part of the mystery surrounding Alexander stems from his painful memories of communist occupation in Ploand.. Katya, he learns, is protecting her wounded heart against further hurt.
The author skillfully weaves his story with vivid characters and leads his readers through their emotional and spiritual journeys. Relationships and circumstances grow naturally against a backdrop of historical fact.
From his description of the bidding at the auction chamber to the gut wrenching memories of Auschwitz relived through the eyes of his characters, Davis Bunn provides a deep reading experience. I found this to be an intense, thought-provoking read and I strongly recommend it to those who enjoy excellent character development and intriguing plot developments.
This book was provided to me by Hendrickson Publishers through Fred St Laurent and the Book Club Network (bookfun.org) in exchange for my honest opinion. -
Anne Baxter CampbellWillows, CAAge: Over 65Gender: female5 Stars Out Of 5I have to give him this:Mr Bunn knows how to writeMay 8, 2013Anne Baxter CampbellWillows, CAAge: Over 65Gender: femaleQuality: 5Value: 4Meets Expectations: 5This review was written for Florian's Gate, Priceless Collection Series #1.I have to give him this: that Davis Bunn knows how to write. His descriptions are vivid and put you right into the place and action. Fast paced and intriguing, particularly if you love antiques and history!
Jeffrey Sinclair, a young American bored with his job, is suddenly offered a dream job by an obscure and slightly scandalous uncle, Alexander Kantor. Kantor has a prosperous antique business in London, and he wants to be free to travel. After teaching his nephew the ropes, he leaves for parts unknown, giving Jeffrey his business.
Jeffrey is a little overwhelmed and hires a young woman, Katya, to assist him, someone who can hold down the shop while he has to attend auctions where pieces from the shop are sold.
His uncle reappears, and he wants Jeffrey to go on a buying trip, but Jeffrey will need a translator--so he takes Katya along. Danger and intrigue mingle with the antiques there, and it grows even more so when Kantor and Jeffrey go after more antiques in Auschwitz.
Kantor dissolves in the face his worst memories, and Jeffrey must convince his uncle's clients he is also worthy of their trust.
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