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Customer Reviews for Revell Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
Revell Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
Longing for adventure, Priscilla Morton leaves Boston and heads for Texas, never dreaming that the adventure she seeks will leave her badly injured and her parents dead. Priscilla is determined to rebuild her life and make a home for herself in the beautiful Hill Country. But the bandits who took her parents' lives also destroyed her hope for the future.Ranch foreman Zachary Webster knows what the future holds for him, and it's not a woman like Priscilla. She deserves a cultured East Coast gentleman, not a cowboy who's haunted by memories of his mistakes. The best thing he can do is leave her alone.
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Review 1 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Exciting!
Date:July 16, 2012
prayerpower
Location:St. Petersburg FL
Age:Over 65
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This book presents a very difficult life situation in a realistic way. The characters are real, and the story line moves along swiftly. This is the first book by this author that I've read, but I'll look for more!
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Review 2 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Great series--enjoyable story!
Date:June 27, 2012
GrammyD
Location:Denton, TX
Age:55-65
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This was my first time to read any of Amanda Cabot's books and I intend to read more of them. I found this book to be just plain good reading. The characters were well developed and the story line was very engaging. I have now read the entire Texas Dreams Series and enjoyed the entire series!
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Date:August 24, 2011
Lilo
Age:45-54
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This is the 2nd book of this series....I enjoyed the first book and quite enjoyed this one as well. Would love to see a movie edition. Would recommend it to a friend.
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Review 4 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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This was a great trilogy.
Date:July 14, 2011
amreno87
Location:Phoenix, AZ
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I especially liked the main characters, but was pleasantly surprised to have a good sense of the secondary characters, also. My only disappointment is that this was the last of the series.
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Review 5 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Liked Paper Roses More, but It's Still a Good Read
Date:April 10, 2011
Amanda Cabot certainly knows how to weave an incredible story. When I read her first book, Paper Roses, last year, I completely fell in love with her writing. The way she created the most beautiful love story between Sarah and Clay was so romantic, it gave me goose bumps. Because of that, it was a no-brainer that I would eventually read her second novel, Scattered Petals.
While I recommend that any series of books be read in order, Scattered Petals was a book that was easily read as a stand-alone novel. It shared the story of Priscilla, the sister-in-law of Clay, and Zach, a member of the local town and a friend to Clay and Sarah. Priscilla and her parents were on their way to share in the joy of Clay and Sarah's upcoming wedding when their stagecoach was attacked. In a matter of minutes, Priscilla watched as her parents were shot, and experienced the subsequent act of being raped. From that point on, she didn't want anything to do with men, regardless of their good intentions.
Meanwhile, Zach had a host of memories that he would rather forget. He made a stupid mistake in his teenage years, and he's never been able to forgive himself for it. When he met Priscilla, he thought there was no way in the world she would ever give him a second look...until circumstances forced them to make some crucial decisions about one another.
Being that it's been a year or so since I read book one, I struggled a little bit with remembering some of the characters in this story. Yes, the introduction of Priscilla and Zach was easy to follow as their story stood alone, but it was the other townsfolk that I had some trouble with. The town was settled by both German and French immigrants, and even after a few years of living amongst each other, there were prejudices that still existed. It wasn't until I was almost half-way through the book that I was able to better follow the story, and understand the direction it was heading.
There's one other thing that bothered me. I believe I noticed this in Paper Roses, but it wasn't as obvious as it was in Scattered Petals. Occasionally, there were sections of the story that appeared to be lumped together. For example, a character would mention an activity that they wanted to do that evening, and that event would appear in the very next paragraph. There was no break in the page. I really didn't understand the reasoning for this as all the chapters in the book were very long; a break here or there would have been very helpful.
In my opinion, Paper Roses was a book worthy of 5 whopping stars, but I can only give 4 stars to Scattered Petals. I feel bad that I am comparing these books against each other because I like to judge each book I read on it's own merits. I was literally glued to the pages of Paper Roses, but I didn't have that same urgency to find out what would happen in Scattered Petals. In spite of that, I am anxious to see how the series wraps up in book 3, Tomorrow's Garden, releasing in April 2011.
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Review 6 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:June 28, 2010
I enjoyed this book. It was as good as the first. Can't wait for the next one. Pick this book up and get lost in the adventures of a city girl and her cowboy. Amanda Cabot is a great storyteller. Great Read!
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Review 7 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:May 16, 2010
Naomi Musch
Prairie romance meets edgy Christian fiction in Scattered Petals, book 2 in Amanda Cabots Texas Dreams series. The story starts out with a shocker, and I was impressed with the way Ms. Cabot handled it. There was a time when Christian fiction never dealt with such harsh themes as rape, but I for one am happy that the venue has gotten more real, while at the same time handling it with delicacy. It reminds me of the way old movies handled violence and sex. We could understand what was happening without being exposed to imagery that would be stuck in our heads forever. I enjoyed the book. I thought the characters had depth, and there were good twists and subplots to the story. Ms. Cabot has definitely created a community worth following in this series. Three and half stars!
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Review 8 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:May 11, 2010
Rhetta Holland
I loved this book, it was a great read. It was every bit as good as "Paper Roses", the first in the series. I can't wait until the third book comes out in 2011.
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Review 9 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:April 18, 2010
Deb from Texas
need adventure in your reading I recommend reading this book it will keep you going to the very end and shows how to let God use us, as well as heal us.
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Review 10 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:April 16, 2010
I was a little disappointed with this book. The writing was just okay in my opinion and I never really felt connected with the characters.Pricilla went through so many hardships and I did feel awful for her. It just seemed like one terrible thing after another happened and she never got any breaks. Now, there were some parts of this book that I really liked, which is why I gave it four stars. This is an okay read, but it wouldnt be something that I would readily recommend.
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Review 11 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 29, 2010
Barbara Brammeier
Amanda Cabot is a great writer and I really enjoy her books about Texas. She has a way of telling that makes one feel you are right there with the characters. Her love of the Lord also shines through and that is important to me also.
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Review 12 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 29, 2010
I appreciated Amanda's writing skill and throughoughly enjoyed the story. The plot between Zach and Priscilla, the rapport between Clay and Sarah and little Thea, and the conflict with the French and German settlers were well done. The Ranger's interest in Priscilla was a nice twist. Where I thought the book stumbled was the hasty way the tale of Zach and Margaret was introduced, addressed, and ended - or not. I really saw no need for this direction and felt his connection to John saving his life was enough of a past for him to handle. Going back to "correct" mistakes is not always the best route and the destruction it can pour over the innocent, like Paul is too far-reaching to be of real benefit. To me, the story would have been excellent without the last chapters presenting Margaret, Hank, and Paul.
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Review 13 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 26, 2010
Happiness..Perspective or ProvidenceAmanda Cabot delivers another enthralling tale set on the 1856 Texas frontier. The characters, beset by emotional and physical struggles are pulled in multiple directions. The descriptive writing is excellent and easily visualized. The story line is twisted, fascinating to see unfold. Priscilla Morton longed for adventure. When she convinces her parents to make a cross country journey to attend a wedding, she is filled with excitement. When the destination is finally reached, the consequences leave her devastated, distraught, and determined to never marry.Her dreams destroyed her emotions in turmoil, and her trust shattered it appears all hope is lost. Will she find peace? Will her faith sustain her? Only time will tell.Scattered Petals is a harsh reminder of the old west and a glimpse at second chances.
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Review 14 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 25, 2010
The main character in this book, set in 1856 (five years before the U.S. Civil War), is Priscilla Morton. Born in Boston, she and her parents are headed out to Texas to attend the wedding of her brother-in-law, Clay Canfield, who had been married to her sister Patience, whod died the year before. On the way there, their stagecoach was robbed by three brothers, and her parents were tragically murdered. Priscilla was brutalized by one of the men; handsome Texas Ranger Lawrence Wood came upon the scene, rescued her, and took her to Clays ranch on his hardy steed. Priscilla immediately takes to Clays fiance, Sarah, and her little sister Thea. It was quite a comfort to her after her unfortunate loss. Lack of forgiveness for self is a prominent theme in this book. Priscilla is angry at herself for strongly encouraging her parents to take on the adventure of venturing out to Texas for Clays wedding; what an unexpected outcome. Another character in the book who struggles with this same thing is Zach Webster, who works with Clay on the ranch. Zach has learned how to forgive others; it takes him a long time to forgive himself.Ultimately, there is a lot of healing and love that takes place in this book. All of the characters accepted the forgiveness that comes from God.This book is the second in the Texas Dreams series; Paper Roses is the first book. This book stands on its own; there is not necessary to read Paper Roses first. In fact, Amanda states on her website: My pet peeves include books where I feel like an outsider because I havent read them in the order they were written, so Ive made sure youll enjoy the second and third stories even if you havent read Paper Roses. I do agree and appreciate that sentiment!Amanda lives in Cheyenne, Wyoming with her husband.This book was provided to me by Revell for review purposes.
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Review 15 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 22, 2010
What a beautiful cover this book has, and an appropriate one at that with beauty and sadness of expression. Scattered Petals is the sequel and second book in a trilogy starting with Paper Roses, yet could easily be appreciated on it's own merit as a stand alone. Bringing together two very different yet painful pasts God uses different characters to allow healing and hope for a future. This story gives a great deal of visual insight into the mind of a madman as well as a hint of depression and pain. Through out the pages healing is found in ways unexpected and love and happiness is entirely possible.This is a truly heart rending novel and every page fills you with the good and bad of life, all encompassing the will of God through out and especially in the end. I do recommend it. I look forward for the end of the trilogy in the spring of 2011 as well as other titles from author Amanda Cabot to come.
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Review 16 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 20, 2010
Very well written love story. Amanda Cabot did an excellent job of bringing to life the characters in this book. One can not help but feel the stomach-churning pain of young Prischilla Morton, or the agony of the weight of unforgiveness that has bound Zach Webster. There are so many twist and turns that the reader is on an emotional roller coaster. However, throughout the book is the thread that Gods hand is always there. He never leaves nor forsakes his precious children. Although our circumstances may shatter our hopes and dreams or our own sins may imprison us in the unforgiveness of ourselves the God of redemption stands ready to make things right. He takes that which is shattered and restores it , that which is bound and sets it free, that which is broken and mends it. His thoughts are of peace and a certain end even when we can not see it. Through a journey of discovery these two see that God has a desired end and it is good all things truly do happen for a reason to bring us around to Gods certain end.Thank you Revell a division of Baker Publishing House for providing a free review copy of this book.
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Review 17 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 19, 2010
Edwina Cowgill
History comes alive in Scattered Petals, Amanda Cabots second book in the Texas Dreams series. It is apparent that Ms. Cabot did extensive research to make this historical romance period-related. And she succeeded. You are transposed to the year 1856 and you can visualize the beautiful hill country of Texas. You are there on the ranches and in the small towns.Characters come alive in Scattered Petals. There is such a great depth of emotion, tragedy and pain, but also happiness and joy that you come to know these people as well as you know your own family.Faith comes alive in Scattered Petals. Through the tragedy and pain comes questions and doubt. But faith in God overcomes all. Isnt that a lesson we need to learn, sometimes?I was so into the story line and characters, I truly hated to see the end of the book! I plan to order Paper Roses, the first book of the Texas Dream Series, and Ill be sure to watch for the third book of the series.
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Review 18 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 12, 2010
I discovered Amanda Cabot when I read Paper Roses, the first book in this series, and eagerly awaited this sequel. Although Scattered Petals can easily be enjoyed on its own merits, my enjoyment was increased because I felt a kinship to the people of Ladreville, Texas, whom Id grown to love. But this was definitely a new romance centered on two wounded people, both of whom had suffered great tragedy. My heart went out to Priscilla from the beginning, and kind, caring Zach earned my immediate respect when he came to her aid. Life has left them hurting and hungry for love, and yet both feel so undeserving. Cabot has woven an emotional tale sprinkled with snippets of suspense and characters who will stay with me. She does a masterful job dealing with a difficult subject and leaves the reader satisfied with a heartwarming conclusion. I highly recommend Scattered Petals to readers who enjoyed a moving inspirational historical romance. My thanks to Revell for my review copy.
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Review 19 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 4, 2010
Jo Huddleston
Amanda Cabot writes a commanding story of unspeakable tragedy and loss of hope but also of forgiveness and redemption for her characters who battle private wars of brokenness. Cabots emotional story of the power of selfless love will be remembered long after turning the last page.
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Review 20 for Scattered Petals, Texas Dreams Series #2
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Date:March 2, 2010
Scattered Petals by Amanda Cabot is the second book in the Texas Dreams series. Not reading the first of the series didnt hinder my enjoyment of the second. This novel opens with Priscilla Morton heading west via stagecoach, along with her parents. The characters immediately seem real as they experience the trials of the jolting ride. Five pages into the story, their lives are forever changed.Yes, it opens with such a bang I wondered how the author would sustain tension after such a height (or I should say depth, since it was a tragedy). Cabot does not disappoint. She maintains interest and tension throughout the 380 pages. It is hard to set aside.Priscilla struggles with trusting God after He allowed such devastation, but manages to come to terms with her faith and eventually realizes He allows suffering for a purpose. She had sought adventure and surely found it, although in different ways than she dreamed.Readers will enjoy this tale of a proper Bostonian woman finding her true home in rugged Texas in the mid-1800s. Bandits, murder, and conflict between French and German settlers are among the trials dealt with in Scattered Petals. I like the redemptive conclusion, which portrays the way God often works in the lives of His children.
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