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زوجة الهندي
Every novel in this collection is your passport to a romantic tour of the United States through time-honored favorites by America’s First Lady of romance fiction. Each of the fifty novels is set in a different state, researched by Janet and her husband, Bill. For the Daileys it was an odyssey of discovery. For you, it’s the journey of a lifetime. Your tour of desire begins with this story set in Nevada.
Could a sudden love just as suddenly die? Leah was reluctant to leave the mountain site where their plane had crashed. The hostile desert was not encouraging. “We could die out here.” She argued. But Reilly was part Indian. Strong and resourceful, he was confident they could survive the primitive conditions with relatively little hardship. Was this is attraction? His confidence and capability coupled with the intimacy of their situation? Would their eventual return to civilization, as he predicted, sever the special bond between them?
Could a sudden love just as suddenly die? Leah was reluctant to leave the mountain site where their plane had crashed. The hostile desert was not encouraging. “We could die out here.” She argued. But Reilly was part Indian. Strong and resourceful, he was confident they could survive the primitive conditions with relatively little hardship. Was this is attraction? His confidence and capability coupled with the intimacy of their situation? Would their eventual return to civilization, as he predicted, sever the special bond between them?
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Janet Dailey
397 books1,845 followersJanet Anne Haradon Dailey was an American author of numerous romance novels as Janet Dailey (her married name). Her novels have been translated into nineteen languages and have sold over 300 million copies worldwide.
Born in 1944 in Storm Lake, Iowa, she attended secretarial school in Omaha, Nebraska before meeting her husband, Bill. Bill and Janet worked together in construction and land development until they "retired" to travel throughout the United States, inspiring Janet to write the Americana series of romances, where she set a novel in every state of the Union. In 1974, Janet Dailey was the first American author to write for Harlequin. Her first novel was NO QUARTER ASKED.
She had since gone on to write approximately 90 novels, 21 of which have appeared on the New York Times Bestseller List. She won many awards and accolades for her work, appearing widely on Radio and Television. Today, there are over three hundred million Janet Dailey books in print in 19 different languages, making her one of the most popular novelists in the world.
Janet Dailey passed away peacefully in her home in Branson on Saturday, December 14, 2013. She was 69.
Born in 1944 in Storm Lake, Iowa, she attended secretarial school in Omaha, Nebraska before meeting her husband, Bill. Bill and Janet worked together in construction and land development until they "retired" to travel throughout the United States, inspiring Janet to write the Americana series of romances, where she set a novel in every state of the Union. In 1974, Janet Dailey was the first American author to write for Harlequin. Her first novel was NO QUARTER ASKED.
She had since gone on to write approximately 90 novels, 21 of which have appeared on the New York Times Bestseller List. She won many awards and accolades for her work, appearing widely on Radio and Television. Today, there are over three hundred million Janet Dailey books in print in 19 different languages, making her one of the most popular novelists in the world.
Janet Dailey passed away peacefully in her home in Branson on Saturday, December 14, 2013. She was 69.
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April 17, 2020
"Reilly's Woman" is the story of Leah and Reilly.
I really like disaster themed romances which end in characters being marooned together. However, this book was a mess.
It begins with the h and H booking a private chartered plane for different purposes, which crashes and they end up on a deserted island. They have to fight for survival, during which the h gets a dangerous infection, snaps at the H, runs head first into danger, some falls crazily in love with him, moons over him, gets rejected by him, gets rescued and runs back to him pleading for his love.
The H's character was barely explored, all we saw was the impulsive, desperate h.
Stockholm at its mediocre.
Safe
2/5
I really like disaster themed romances which end in characters being marooned together. However, this book was a mess.
It begins with the h and H booking a private chartered plane for different purposes, which crashes and they end up on a deserted island. They have to fight for survival, during which the h gets a dangerous infection, snaps at the H, runs head first into danger, some falls crazily in love with him, moons over him, gets rejected by him, gets rescued and runs back to him pleading for his love.
The H's character was barely explored, all we saw was the impulsive, desperate h.
Stockholm at its mediocre.
Safe
2/5
October 14, 2023
Meh. Boring, simply. The two are in a plane wreck and they’re together in the hard reality of desert in some part of Texas or Arizona, I wouldn’t know (or care). He’s half Indian and the heroine shows a lot of prejudices. I was feeling second hand embarrassment. Of course they’re attracted, he’s acting like the ultimate survivor, she’s sometime spoiled and annoying. Man, I understand it’s been written a lot of years ago, but you’re survivors in a nasty accident what the hell do you care if he sees you in your prudish undergarments? You’re starving, hurt, bleeding, how do you think he cares? What a bore. And ten of course she falls in love with him and he tells her that when they come back she won’t be anymore because you know, reality matters. It’s not like that and the heroine follows him and declares she still in love with him. The end. And I have slept many times during it.
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August 6, 2014زوجة الهندي-جانيت ديلي
القدر المكتوم محتوم ثابت كدوران الأرض. تحدث كوارث عظمى يموت فيها الملايين وفجأة من خلال الانقاض يبرز طفل لم يصب بخدش، وكأن شياً لم يكن. وعندما سقطت بهم الطائرة، وقتل طيارها لم تتوقع ليا ان يكون رايلي سميث، نصف الهندي، الذي يتمتع بسمعة غير واضحة، هو رفيقها في الصحراء المترامية الاطراف، لكن هذا الهندي برهن من خلال ايام الضياع ولياليه عن نبل وبسالة وحكمة اين منها هزال صديقها الامريكي... هل تستطيع ليا ان تقاوم حبها الصحراوي وتعود الى حياتها العادية بعد تشرد القفار وجوعها وعطشها وبذلك تنقذ نفسها من رايلي سميث الى الأبد؟
القدر المكتوم محتوم ثابت كدوران الأرض. تحدث كوارث عظمى يموت فيها الملايين وفجأة من خلال الانقاض يبرز طفل لم يصب بخدش، وكأن شياً لم يكن. وعندما سقطت بهم الطائرة، وقتل طيارها لم تتوقع ليا ان يكون رايلي سميث، نصف الهندي، الذي يتمتع بسمعة غير واضحة، هو رفيقها في الصحراء المترامية الاطراف، لكن هذا الهندي برهن من خلال ايام الضياع ولياليه عن نبل وبسالة وحكمة اين منها هزال صديقها الامريكي... هل تستطيع ليا ان تقاوم حبها الصحراوي وتعود الى حياتها العادية بعد تشرد القفار وجوعها وعطشها وبذلك تنقذ نفسها من رايلي سميث الى الأبد؟
March 30, 2021
Could a sudden love just as suddenly die? Leah was reluctant to leave the mountain site where their plane had crashed. The hostile desert was not encouraging. “We could die out here.” She argued. But Reilly was part Indian. Strong and resourceful, he was confident they could survive the primitive conditions with relatively little hardship. Was this is attraction? His confidence and capability coupled with the intimacy of their situation? Would their eventual return to civilization, as he predicted, sever the special bond between them?
March 30, 2021
(read in french, under the title « Les survivants du Nevada »)
Aaaaah, the paradox of having enjoyed a book despite knowing it has some problematic issues...
Less than a week after the very good « Never Count Tomorrow » grabbed the title of best-read-of-the-year-so-far, « Reilly's Woman » already snatches it. As the french title lets you guess, the story is mostly focused on survival : after a plane crash, Lea and Reilly find themselves isolated in the middle of the desert. As the storm made them deviate from their original flight plan, they're unsure to be rescued. Cherry on the cake, Lea was hurt during the accident...
Well, it was an eternity since the last time I devoured a book like that ! Everything is here : tons of hassle, tempers explode, additional troubles... but also the growing alchemy between the characters.
Past the very slow first chapter, Janet Dailey quickly throws us in a crash scene that leaves us breathless (my fear of planes won't be helped by this one !). And it has dramatic consequences as well. Impossible to say more. Anyway, forget the rich heiress little problems and the lighthearted small-town romances, if « Reilly's Woman » was published today, it would undoubtedly be in one of the publisher's romantic suspense series.
Because if the characters have survived the crash, there's no guarantee that'll last long. Partially thanks to Lea. Let's be straight : she can show herself so obnoxious she'll probably irritate more than one reader. But can we really blame a twenty-two, injured city girl, lost in the most unwelcoming place with a complete stranger, to be both nervous and not having the least glimpse of survival instict ? However, between her sudden, sometimes unjustifed tantrums and some really very stupid decisions, we can't forgive her everything. Reilly neither, considering how his patience is severely tested !
Luckily, unlike Lea, Reilly has an up and running brain. He's still not MacGyver, and apart setting a fire up and acting logical, he hasn't that much survival skills. He's more like in « damage control mode » than anything else.
So for sure, there are some tension between then, and not only because of their growing attraction. About this, the book may be somewhat old, but reveals itself quite steamy. Even if nothing much happens, between an horny Lea and a Reilly trying to keep a clear mind for the two of them we get some pretty sexy moments. We can clearly feel how strong the temptation is !
While she has taken the time to slowly start her story, Janet Dailey does the same for its conclusion. The novel doesn't ends with the ordeal.... Alright, the romance settlement is a bit rushed, but everything else in the epilogue is muche more developped. Not that bad for a 156-pages book, with a constant pace. And it's not like if we weren't used to see worse in the short Harlequins.
Now, if Lea's temper can really be a put-off, it's not the only thing. Knowing the book has been written by a white author for white readers more than fourty years ago, it was quite sure the representation of a Native character could possibly be inaccurate. To-read-with-caution, then. Being white myself, not being hurt by this book's content doesn't mean it would be the same for others, so here are the points that looked suspicious to me.
Lea often brings back Reilly to his origins, almost always when speaking about his survival skills, before knowing his life, presenting it as if « starting up a fire » was written in DNA, like « you're Indian, so that's natural for you ». She is also clearly aware to say some racist things to him when she's mad, but not when she says quite the same more calmly.
There's also a running joke around the word « squaw », about whom I've read Native people describing it as a racist and sexist slur. Would one of them really use it for fun ? I don't know. But because of this, when Reilly says something like « us, Indians, think this way... » it's impossible to not wonder if the character really express the concerned people's point of view, or the possibly-wrong author's vision of it.
These quotes may have hinted you about what comes next : the french translation uses the controversed terms « Indians of America » and more often simply« Indians », instead some translation of « American Indian », « Native American » or « Indigenous ». Alright, the text is old so maybe neither the author, translator and publisher were aware of the controversy at the time the book was released.
And of course, there are probably potentially hurtful things my white eye couldn't even notice.
Did that prevented me to enjoy my read ? Clearly not, because it's still a good, catchy, hooking survival story with romance, very well builded, never boring. Do you need to apporach it with caution ? You're the only one able to answser this question. As always with problematic books/movies/series/games, it's perfectly fine to enjoy them while being aware of their flaws, without denying the said flaws' existence. But's it's easy to say for a non-concerned person.
So, in another style and without plane crash, I'll end this review by talking about Robin Covington's Redhawk Reunion series, ownvoices books, so trustworthy representation (and as it's quite recent, you may even still find it in paperback !).
Aaaaah, the paradox of having enjoyed a book despite knowing it has some problematic issues...
Less than a week after the very good « Never Count Tomorrow » grabbed the title of best-read-of-the-year-so-far, « Reilly's Woman » already snatches it. As the french title lets you guess, the story is mostly focused on survival : after a plane crash, Lea and Reilly find themselves isolated in the middle of the desert. As the storm made them deviate from their original flight plan, they're unsure to be rescued. Cherry on the cake, Lea was hurt during the accident...
Well, it was an eternity since the last time I devoured a book like that ! Everything is here : tons of hassle, tempers explode, additional troubles... but also the growing alchemy between the characters.
Past the very slow first chapter, Janet Dailey quickly throws us in a crash scene that leaves us breathless (my fear of planes won't be helped by this one !). And it has dramatic consequences as well. Impossible to say more. Anyway, forget the rich heiress little problems and the lighthearted small-town romances, if « Reilly's Woman » was published today, it would undoubtedly be in one of the publisher's romantic suspense series.
Because if the characters have survived the crash, there's no guarantee that'll last long. Partially thanks to Lea. Let's be straight : she can show herself so obnoxious she'll probably irritate more than one reader. But can we really blame a twenty-two, injured city girl, lost in the most unwelcoming place with a complete stranger, to be both nervous and not having the least glimpse of survival instict ? However, between her sudden, sometimes unjustifed tantrums and some really very stupid decisions, we can't forgive her everything. Reilly neither, considering how his patience is severely tested !
Luckily, unlike Lea, Reilly has an up and running brain. He's still not MacGyver, and apart setting a fire up and acting logical, he hasn't that much survival skills. He's more like in « damage control mode » than anything else.
So for sure, there are some tension between then, and not only because of their growing attraction. About this, the book may be somewhat old, but reveals itself quite steamy. Even if nothing much happens, between an horny Lea and a Reilly trying to keep a clear mind for the two of them we get some pretty sexy moments. We can clearly feel how strong the temptation is !
While she has taken the time to slowly start her story, Janet Dailey does the same for its conclusion. The novel doesn't ends with the ordeal.... Alright, the romance settlement is a bit rushed, but everything else in the epilogue is muche more developped. Not that bad for a 156-pages book, with a constant pace. And it's not like if we weren't used to see worse in the short Harlequins.
Now, if Lea's temper can really be a put-off, it's not the only thing. Knowing the book has been written by a white author for white readers more than fourty years ago, it was quite sure the representation of a Native character could possibly be inaccurate. To-read-with-caution, then. Being white myself, not being hurt by this book's content doesn't mean it would be the same for others, so here are the points that looked suspicious to me.
Lea often brings back Reilly to his origins, almost always when speaking about his survival skills, before knowing his life, presenting it as if « starting up a fire » was written in DNA, like « you're Indian, so that's natural for you ». She is also clearly aware to say some racist things to him when she's mad, but not when she says quite the same more calmly.
There's also a running joke around the word « squaw », about whom I've read Native people describing it as a racist and sexist slur. Would one of them really use it for fun ? I don't know. But because of this, when Reilly says something like « us, Indians, think this way... » it's impossible to not wonder if the character really express the concerned people's point of view, or the possibly-wrong author's vision of it.
These quotes may have hinted you about what comes next : the french translation uses the controversed terms « Indians of America » and more often simply« Indians », instead some translation of « American Indian », « Native American » or « Indigenous ». Alright, the text is old so maybe neither the author, translator and publisher were aware of the controversy at the time the book was released.
And of course, there are probably potentially hurtful things my white eye couldn't even notice.
Did that prevented me to enjoy my read ? Clearly not, because it's still a good, catchy, hooking survival story with romance, very well builded, never boring. Do you need to apporach it with caution ? You're the only one able to answser this question. As always with problematic books/movies/series/games, it's perfectly fine to enjoy them while being aware of their flaws, without denying the said flaws' existence. But's it's easy to say for a non-concerned person.
So, in another style and without plane crash, I'll end this review by talking about Robin Covington's Redhawk Reunion series, ownvoices books, so trustworthy representation (and as it's quite recent, you may even still find it in paperback !).
January 10, 2010
The Blue Lagoon meets Lost. This was a very quick read (couple hours) and I enjoyed it immensely; it is incredulous, hilarious, occasionally politically incorrect, and highly improbable, but in the land of fiction and romance, this romance is a kink come true. Who else can resist the charms of such a ruggedly handsome and capable man in the desolate plains of the unknown?
November 7, 2011
Readable, but the romance didn't really do it for me. Really unclear why they'd fall in love, and I was left thinking that they decided it was permanent way too quickly -- that would have been a stressful ordeal and they should have had more time to discover whether the love was real. Kind of silly, definitely dated.
August 30, 2019
This is not the passionate, sexy, angst story so many people enjoy, including me. It is a story of two people, very different, surviving an airplane crash and realizing their love for each other is real, not survival friendliness! This is Janet Dailey’s contribution representing Nevada and she did not go the “typical “ Las Vegas plot. I’ve read it many, many times; enjoy each reading.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 17, 2022
I could take or leave this book. I am not a huge romance fan, but I do enjoy reading Nicholas Sparks and some chick lit books every now and then. Sometimes romance books can be beautifully written and engaging. This is not one of those books. In fact, I think this might be one of those stereotypical romance books that gives this genre a bad reputation.
I did not find the story very realistic, and the plot seemed very predictable and dull. The couple gets stranded together and has to fight to survive. However, they seem to fight quite a bit, especially when they should be more worried about working together. Most important of all, I did not think their relationship worked and struggled to see how they could actually fall in love. When I am reading a romance novel, I need to be rooting for the couple and satisfied they are made for each other.
I would not recommend this book, and I think you should try reading a Nicholas Sparks book such as A Walk to Remember or The Long Ride before you try Janet Dailey.
I did not find the story very realistic, and the plot seemed very predictable and dull. The couple gets stranded together and has to fight to survive. However, they seem to fight quite a bit, especially when they should be more worried about working together. Most important of all, I did not think their relationship worked and struggled to see how they could actually fall in love. When I am reading a romance novel, I need to be rooting for the couple and satisfied they are made for each other.
I would not recommend this book, and I think you should try reading a Nicholas Sparks book such as A Walk to Remember or The Long Ride before you try Janet Dailey.
June 21, 2023
In this book, you have your heroine and her soon-to-be love interest stranded after a plane crash in the Nevada mountains. It has the same male, wrist grabbing display of physical dominance, but overall, I liked this one. I read it in a few hours.
My only complaint with these books? Apparently they don't actually have sex. There seems to be some male desire to protect the woman's virtue until marriage. A little Twilighty and unrealistic.
My only complaint with these books? Apparently they don't actually have sex. There seems to be some male desire to protect the woman's virtue until marriage. A little Twilighty and unrealistic.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 16, 2023
During my teen years, Janet Dailey was my favorite author. I purchased a bundle of books from the local Half-Price bookstore and this was in it. It was wonderful revisiting her writing. I loved the story and the characters. At one time, I owned the entire set of Americana books. Then I moved and lost the entire box. I hope to build my library of these wonderful state specific works of art. I encourage any who have not read Janet Dailey to do so.
November 6, 2011
The painting on the cover of this book is the best part. That's sad isn't it? This woman was a spoiled whiner. I don't know what the hero could possibly have seen in her to fall in love with. Let's see...stranded in the desert after a plane crash, let's be as bratty and bitching and unhelpful as we can possibly be. Plus there was uncomfortable joking about squaws and what have you. Not to mention they both smoked which was weird because heroes rarely smoke in modern contemporary romances and heroines even more rarely. So that sort of showed its age.
September 25, 2009
Modern
November 6, 2010
I've read this one several times, I enjoy all the 50 state books by Janet Dailey!
March 2, 2012
أول رواية قرأتها
من مجلات مجلتي الى روايات عبير دون تدرج
^_^
من مجلات مجلتي الى روايات عبير دون تدرج
^_^
May 7, 2013
One of my favorite Harlequin Novels.
November 7, 2014
I may read this book again. I liked this book.
February 22, 2016
Yes
Another great book.I just love the way she tells her stories. I can't out the book down. Look forward to reading the next book.
Another great book.I just love the way she tells her stories. I can't out the book down. Look forward to reading the next book.
March 4, 2016
a wonderful book i really like it ❤️
March 8, 2016
It was a good read. I'd probably would read it again if I didn't have anything else to read.
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