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Divine Evil

By: Nora Roberts
Narrated by: Kimberly Farr
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Publisher's summary

Best-selling author Nora Roberts dazzles once again with a powerful tale of passion, murder, and small-town scandal. In this classic novel, a woman returns to the home she left behind, to a past that is waiting to kill her....

A decade ago, sculptor Clare Kimball fled Emmitsboro, Maryland, to take the art world by storm. Now she’s celebrated as the artist of her generation. But no amount of success can eclipse the nightmares that haunt her - or the memories of her father’s suicide. Just as her star is shining brighter than ever, Clare leaves it all behind to face her demons.

Emmitsboro sheriff Cameron Rafferty loved Clare from afar all through high school. Now that she’s back, they form a bond that grows stronger each day - fueled by an attraction that’s been simmering for years. But Clare’s past soon rises up with a vengeance, rocking the town with a sinister murder that is clearly linked to her return.

As an investigation gets under way, Clare and Cameron will learn that evil can linger anywhere - even in those you love and trust the most. But it’s a discovery that may come too late to save them....

©1992 Nora Roberts (P)2004 Books on Tape, Inc.

Critic reviews

“[Roberts] can make romance seem fresh and hopeful every time.” (Time)

“A consistently entertaining writer.” (USA Today)

“The undisputed queen of romance.” (New York Post)

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good read

loved it I have read it a few times enjoy it every time will read again

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Must Read

Absolutely loved this book!!! I will be reading more by this Author! You will not be disappointed if you like suspense and romance oh and the ending…. WOW!!

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A nail biter!

While the story is not my usual fare( hooded figures and all) I was truly into the story from the minute it began.

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Great story

Totally enjoyed the audio. It was a great who done it. I wish it had a better ending with the people they arrested and the young boy.

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More Suspense than Romance

Would you consider the audio edition of Divine Evil to be better than the print version?

This is an older audio book, with the narrator presenting it as "Books on Tape." However, don't let that dissuade you. The narrator, Kimberly Farr, does an excellent job.

What other book might you compare Divine Evil to and why?

This is not so much a romance, but a suspense story with a little romance thrown in. If you are a fan of Robert's JD Robb series, then the graphic violence and satanism in the storyline will not bother you. I am a big fan of the JD Robb series, so I enjoyed this book very much.

What about Kimberly Farr’s performance did you like?

Good job with all the characters, both male and female.

Any additional comments?

Some reviewers have stated that this book is too graphic. Again, if you are looking for a typical romance, this is not your book. If you like Robert's suspense books (the Witness, the JD Robb series), then you will enjoy this one, too.

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Keeps you on the edge

Listened to the entire thing in two days. It's a great one. Nora usually delivers. Just felt like it was missing some closure at the end, Claire's and Cams conversations about what happened. I won't go into detail so I don't spoil it. But I definitely felt the characters deserved a little more at the end.

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A bit on the Fereaky Side

Let me start by saying that I am a huge Nora Roberts fan. I find her to be an excellent writer with deep plots and solid characters. This book does not fall short in any way. The reason for my 3 star rating on the story is the downright creepy scenes, and the way it ends. It is well written and well performed, however, the subject matter was somewhat disturbing, for me, in the amount of detail she goes in to. Others may find it just fine. This is personal preference issue. Since I hate reviews that spoil the plot, I won't say more than that.

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sadly i had to fight through this one, sorry nora. . . . . .

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just me

I loved it. It was great. Is it a series? If so what is the name of the series and what is the second third fourth excetra books?

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Good Book, kind of!

The story was good but the lead female character was just so wishy washy. And not very smart.
The male lead character was awesome.

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