Sign in with Facebook
Loading...
Betrayal
Betrayal is quintessential Fern Michaels; it explores the emotionally-fraught relationships between two copules - one with children, one without. Kate and Alex have a strong marriage and a lovely home. Don and Debbie are their good friends; and the couple has two girls: Sarah and Emily. Everything changes with one phone call... Sarah accuses Alex of sexual assault, and a v...more
Paperback
Published
July 1st 2011
by Zebra
(first published March 1st 2011)
Friend Reviews
To see what your friends thought of this book,
please sign up.
This book is not yet featured on Listopia.
Add this book to your favorite list »
Community Reviews
(showing
1-30
of
1,507)
In the land that invented ‘kleenex’ and where most people, surely by now, know germs are transmitted by unhygienic habits, it is surprising that the characters in this novel seem never to have any tissues or napkins handy. I understand this is a novelist’s (and film-makers) ploy to show extreme emotion but in a society that scatters boxes of paper handkerchiefs around every room and on every surface, surely, even at times of great distress, it’s not too much to ask that people reach for a tissue...more
Kate and Alex are the perfect couple. They have a healthy marriage, a thriving business and great relationships with their friends and family. Unable to have children of their own, their doors were always open to Sarah and Emily, the daughters of Alex’s longtime friend. As concerns arise over Sarah’s mental well-being; Sarah’s only line of defense, lies and deceit, hit the couple head on. Now facing humiliation and incarceration, Alex and Kate are fighting for the truth to come out.
Fern Michaels...more
Fern Michaels...more
Aug 24, 2011
Tina
rated it
5 of 5 stars
·
review of another edition
Shelves:
reviewed-twolipsrevies-com
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it,
click here.
When I think of perfect summer reads--you know, the ones you stay up late reading while you're on vacation--Fern Michaels' Betrayal comes to mind. I couldn't put it down.
It wasn't that it was a seminal literary work; indeed, the characters are not immensely complex. Michaels conveys exactly which characters you're supposed to root for (Kate Rocket, seemingly perfect in every way, Emily Winter, whose only flaw is having been part of the Winter family) and the ones you're supposed to despise (Debb...more
It wasn't that it was a seminal literary work; indeed, the characters are not immensely complex. Michaels conveys exactly which characters you're supposed to root for (Kate Rocket, seemingly perfect in every way, Emily Winter, whose only flaw is having been part of the Winter family) and the ones you're supposed to despise (Debb...more
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it,
click here.
view 1 comment
I'd never read anything by Fern Michaels but she is a best selling author so I thought I'd give it a shot. The premise was very interesting and timely with the recent outcome of the Casey Anthony trial and the release of the West Memphis Three. Basically, it's about a man who is accused of molesting a child. The reader knows he is innocent, but the jury doesn't agree, and he goes to jail, leaving his doting wife behind to deal with the aftermath. It's a story with definite potential. Alas, the c...more
4 likes · like · see review
One of her better books - definitely agree with the reviewer who said this was written a few years ago as reference to the "cell phone" installed in the car. As always, the dialogues are stilted and a bit contrived but this was better than most, especially the Sisterhood series, which I detested. A bit contrived in places and major plot lines overlooked to make the story work. Michaels was very successful in eliciting full emotions from me as I despised Sara and her mother!! And truthfully, it w...more
Fern Michaels is an author I’ve always respected. I enjoy her books and believe that every story that she has given us has been a gift. Her stories are touching and thoughtful. I was very excited to have a chance to read this book.
However, I had problems connecting with the characters. Their lack of empathy and judgmental attitudes made them hard to sympathize with. The characters spend a lot of time insulting each other and even the “good” people in the story seemed malicious. I felt the sto...more
However, I had problems connecting with the characters. Their lack of empathy and judgmental attitudes made them hard to sympathize with. The characters spend a lot of time insulting each other and even the “good” people in the story seemed malicious. I felt the sto...more
1 like · like · see review
I have read so many of Fern michaels books most of which I have enjoyed a lot. My favourites were the Texas series, which coincidentally were mentioned in this book. This is another I would add to the enjoyed group.
What do you when someone so evil deliberately does something manipulative that results in your losing what you love most? I love the whole revenge idea in novels, it is so satisfying when someone gets what they deserve, only way I would have changed if would be that revengeful act ha...more
What do you when someone so evil deliberately does something manipulative that results in your losing what you love most? I love the whole revenge idea in novels, it is so satisfying when someone gets what they deserve, only way I would have changed if would be that revengeful act ha...more
Another wonderful story from Fern Michaels. It has been a while since I have read anything from Fern Michaels, even though I always enjoy her books. Like all of the other books that I have read, Betrayal is an exciting story, as well as being a bit frightening. It portrays the horrendous damage done to an innocent man and his family and the fatal consequences when he is falsely accused of sexual impropriety with a minor child. Always a plus in Michaels's books are the dogs that are included in h...more
Read this in one go as one wanted to find out how it will end. One of those that seem to want to proselytize, with hidden messages, but in a subtle way. It is so difficult to stomach what Alex has to undergo and the vileness of the act against him. Seems that not enough vengeance was wrought against the family that destroyed this family. The book seems to be divided into two time periods and it appears that not enough attention was given to the life after for his wife. Seems a bit rushed and not...more
I fell in love with Alex and Kate from the very beginning! They were the perfect couple and I would love to have that kind of love! Kate grows during the novel, and I enjoyed watching her emotions twists and turn! Sara. . . Oh I felt great hatred for that little girl, as well as for Debbie. It would have been nice to see how it would have ended if the cards were played different (sorry don’t want to spoil it).
Michaels, as always, has a great novel on her hands. From the time I picked it up, unt...more
Michaels, as always, has a great novel on her hands. From the time I picked it up, unt...more
Unsatisfying story. The characters were like cartoon characters. Very unreal and written like a jr. high person would write them. The Alex bit was unsettling, not the trial part, but what happend. Not sure what the point of that was.It is not romantic to lose a loved one even if you find a new love of your life. I thought that there should be more legal punishment for the other family - false arrest, defamation of character and so on.Way too much yak about making coffee, house decor, purchases a...more
Okay, 3½ stars actually...better than most of the last Fern Michaels' novels that I have read (in the recent past). A falsely accused of molesting the daughter of friends is convicted, and his wife plots to enact her revenge on the family. A bit of romance, too, as friends become more, and the family learns to deal with mistakes of the past, and look to the future. Fern Michaels even includes references to her own previous novel series (Texas Rich and Vegas Rich series)...and she is right in tha...more
Absolutely loved this book. My mother recommended it to me, and although we rarely agree on subject matter, this time I'm glad I listened to her. It's a story of a young couple that finds themselves separated when the husband (Alex) is accused and convicted of a heinous crime that he didn't commit; and the lengths that his wife (Kate) will go to in order to prove his innocence. I can't give a proper review without giving too much away, but can only encourage everyone to read it. I stayed up all...more
This review has been hidden because it contains spoilers. To view it,
click here.
This book was just ok for me. It was the story of a perfect marriage between Kate and Alex. Although they do not have children of their own, they love the visits of Sara and Emily. The two girls are the daughters of Alex's best friend, Don and his wife Debbie.
However, Sara suddenly exhibits troubling behavior on her last visit. Weeks later, Alex gets a phone call from Don saying that Sara has accused him of molesting her for years. Kate, always believing Alex's innocence, is helpless as her hus...more
However, Sara suddenly exhibits troubling behavior on her last visit. Weeks later, Alex gets a phone call from Don saying that Sara has accused him of molesting her for years. Kate, always believing Alex's innocence, is helpless as her hus...more
This was the first novel I've read by Fern Michaels. I would definitely read her again. Up until the climax it was a page turning story of an innocent man being falsely accused of molesting a friend's daughter. An unspeakable act to be accused of, and that made me sick. But, once it hit the turning point and started to unfold through the end I was a little less intrigued for some reason. It was still very good, though. After some unexpected twists, I did keep wanting to know how it would end.
After only 3.5 hours and two bathroom breaks I read the best book of 2011. This book is so emotionally charged! The realism in how quickly a life can be shattered. As a voracious reader, I rarely find a book that I read so fast with my heart pumping so fast to find out what happens next. I felt like everything depicted was happening to me. this is an excellent must read, but be sure to have a few hours to devote to the book and the book only because it is too thrilling to stop.
this is an excellent must read,. Absolutely FABULOUS book!!! Kudos to Fern Michaels for writing such a compelling book! ....this book was so amazing that I did not even want to put it down for a moment as I had such a rush of adrenaline going thru me to race to the end of the book and see how it would end! Get this book! You won't be sorry!!! It is such a realistic story showing just how fast your life can be turned topsy turvy once you are betrayed. By the end of the book I was in tears. Happy...more
I know, I know... I must have Betrayal on my mind. However, Danielle Steel's Betrayal and Fern Michael's Betrayal are two totally different betrayals. Danielle Steel's is a betrayal of love and money; Fern Michael's is betrayal of child molestation and surprise - money.
Good book - quick read. The story moves along quickly, although the ending was almost a let down... not as exciting as I would hoped it would be, but still entertaining. Would recommend.
Good book - quick read. The story moves along quickly, although the ending was almost a let down... not as exciting as I would hoped it would be, but still entertaining. Would recommend.
This gets just an "ok" for me. The story line was interesting but I have a feeling this book was written years ago, like 15 years ago or more before it was published. When they talk about having a "cell phone installed in the car", well, there's your sign. Why the publisher didn't update a few of these tell tale signs I'm not sure. The writing felt a little contrived for me and some of the dialogue too forced. It didn't flow for me.
This is the worst book I have ever read. I find it hard to believe Fern Michaels is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author. I won't even critisize the content, because I realize there are some books that have content that does not interest me. However, this book could have been written by a semi-talented 8th grader. It was ridiculous. You can bet I won't be reading anymore books by this author.
3 likes · like · see review
I am a huge fan of Fern Michael's books..The book grabbed me from the start and had so many ups and downs that it was hard to put down..The story evolves around a wonderful couple Kate and Alex who have their lives turned upside down by horrible untrue charges being brought against Alex who is then sentenced to prison..After a tragedy occurs it fast forwards a few years and follows a revenge plan that has a wonderfully satisfying end..
The novel started out great. The plot and characters were both likable and hatable. However, towards the end of the novel, some of the main character's actions were farfetched and unrealistic. I am not in her shoes, so I can't fully relate, but it seems over-the-top! Nonetheless, it is worth reading due to the emotions you experience while reading---things can change in an instance!
A story of two families whose friendship over the years ended in a tragedy of deception and lies.
Ken and Alex Rocket are happily married with only one thing missing in their lives - a child. Debbie and Don Winter are married and bringing up two daughters in a very dysfunctinoal and frightful manner. Don and Alex have been best friends for years and years and Alex and Kate always look forward to looking after the Winter's daughters, Emily and Sara when Don & Debbie are away on vacation.
Thing...more
Ken and Alex Rocket are happily married with only one thing missing in their lives - a child. Debbie and Don Winter are married and bringing up two daughters in a very dysfunctinoal and frightful manner. Don and Alex have been best friends for years and years and Alex and Kate always look forward to looking after the Winter's daughters, Emily and Sara when Don & Debbie are away on vacation.
Thing...more
For me, I couldn't put the book down. It's an easy read and finished it in less than a day. I could feel the pain and frustration of the family throughout the book. The girl was very believable and it is awful to think this could happen to an innocent person. I have always believed you should believe a child, but this book goes to show you how evil people can be.
Many are drawn to the familiar, good or bad. That was me with this book, (and the fact that I am a huge Fern Michaels fan). When I discovered that a lot of Betrayal is set in my hometown, Asheville, NC, I was eager to read it. I like it because it has just enough twists to keep you interested. And, of course, I like because it felt familiar.
This was a hold on to your seat type of read. I could not put the book down and was up till 2 am to finish it. Imagine a perfect, happy and weatlty life and then it all falls apart by a spoiled 12 year. Being falsely accused, arrested, tried and convicted not only took a toll on Alex but his wife Kate had to deal with it as well.
Alex and Kate were married and so much in love but he was accused of child molesting by his best friend's 12 year old daughter. The sentencing came and after tragedy struck, Kate wanted to get revenge with their lying and deceiving friends. After years, the truth did come out but in an awkward way! There was love,suspense, disappointment and heartache in this well-written book.
There are no discussion topics on this book yet.
Be the first to start one »
Fern Michaels (born Mary Ruth Kuczkir) is an American author of romance and thriller novels, including nearly 50 best selling books with more than 70 million copies in print. Her USA Today and New York Times best selling books include Family Blessings, Pretty Woman, and Crown Jewel, as well as the Texas quartet and the Captive series. She started writing in 1973 when her youngest son went off to s...more
More about Fern Michaels...
Share This Book
No trivia or quizzes yet. Add some now »
