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I Still Do: A Second Chance Story
Two young lovers, one devastating situation that tears them apart—will they ever get a second chance on a first love?
At eighteen, Harry Rothchild met the girl of his dreams. When tragedy tore apart the life he planned with Emily James, Harry went on with his life but never forgot. Sixty years later, he makes an impulsive journey to honor Emily, his first love. A touch of serendipity intervenes when he meets a young woman who will help him learn his and Emily’s love could withstand the test of time with a miraculous outcome.
Heartwarming Contemporary Romance with a twist of Suspense (standalone)
I STILL DO
UNTIL INFINITY
NEVER GOODBYE
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TrembleJasmineNeverwrong
At eighteen, Harry Rothchild met the girl of his dreams. When tragedy tore apart the life he planned with Emily James, Harry went on with his life but never forgot. Sixty years later, he makes an impulsive journey to honor Emily, his first love. A touch of serendipity intervenes when he meets a young woman who will help him learn his and Emily’s love could withstand the test of time with a miraculous outcome.
Heartwarming Contemporary Romance with a twist of Suspense (standalone)
I STILL DO
UNTIL INFINITY
NEVER GOODBYE
Other books by Rosa Lee Jude
Read all the books in the Legends of Graham Mansion
REDEMPTIONAMBITIONDECEPTIONSALVATIONREVELATIONBLOOMSPOONS ADVENTURES – new time travel series
The Legend of Amburgey GibboneyHaunted by the Fire (Coming Winter 2019)Murder at the Boyd Hotel (Coming Summer 2019)THE ENCHANTED JOURNEY – Urban Fantasy – Magical
TrembleJasmineNeverwrong
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Published December 8, 2016
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July 3, 2019
A cute story that suffers from plain writing.
“I Still Do” is a charming story about an old romance that lasts a lifetime. Rosa Lee Jude weaves a sweet tale of Harry of Emily’s love as it transcends time, but for me it ended up being a slightly one-dimensional narrative that was marred by unadventurous writing.
While I enjoyed the overall story in the way one enjoys a cheesy rom-com, it generally felt like it just wasn’t enough. The plot, which centered around the romance, had a few other lines running parallel to the main story of Harry and Emily, but they weren’t really given the amount of depth they needed to make a really substantial, truly interesting work. For example, domestic violence plays a major role in the story, but on the whole, it was given only a surface treatment, and the perpetrator of the violence was, in my opinion, a shallowly conceived cliché.
I thought the other characters, on the contrary, were decently well-thought out and distinct, though the story did suffer from an “everyone is good but the villain” trope. Nevertheless, I didn’t feel disconnected from the characters or the plot on this account, and found them fairly enjoyable characters.
Sadly, where the story suffered the most for me was the plain writing. There was relatively little descriptive language, and the dialogue often came across as stilted and unnatural. I felt the characters in the “flashbacks” didn’t have a voice that suited the time period, and even in the “present day” chapters, characters never used contractions, which felt wrong. When portraying modern, American characters, it seems anachronistic and unnatural to say things such as “Do not mistake me”. Furthermore, long, rambling paragraphs, without breaks, that were filled with simple sentences, made this book somewhat dull to read at times.
As a result, sometimes I felt like I didn’t want to finish the book, but I pushed through. Luckily, I found the ending to be satisfying. I do wish the story had had more of the nuances and trademarks of the time period in which half of it had been written, but I think overall it was a pleasant read.
I’d recommend this book as a summer read; the kind of story you pick up for the beach but don’t take all too seriously. It’s not the kind of book that will resonate with you for months after finishing it, but as a romance and slice-of-life story it satisfies the soul of a casual reader.
“I Still Do” is a charming story about an old romance that lasts a lifetime. Rosa Lee Jude weaves a sweet tale of Harry of Emily’s love as it transcends time, but for me it ended up being a slightly one-dimensional narrative that was marred by unadventurous writing.
While I enjoyed the overall story in the way one enjoys a cheesy rom-com, it generally felt like it just wasn’t enough. The plot, which centered around the romance, had a few other lines running parallel to the main story of Harry and Emily, but they weren’t really given the amount of depth they needed to make a really substantial, truly interesting work. For example, domestic violence plays a major role in the story, but on the whole, it was given only a surface treatment, and the perpetrator of the violence was, in my opinion, a shallowly conceived cliché.
I thought the other characters, on the contrary, were decently well-thought out and distinct, though the story did suffer from an “everyone is good but the villain” trope. Nevertheless, I didn’t feel disconnected from the characters or the plot on this account, and found them fairly enjoyable characters.
Sadly, where the story suffered the most for me was the plain writing. There was relatively little descriptive language, and the dialogue often came across as stilted and unnatural. I felt the characters in the “flashbacks” didn’t have a voice that suited the time period, and even in the “present day” chapters, characters never used contractions, which felt wrong. When portraying modern, American characters, it seems anachronistic and unnatural to say things such as “Do not mistake me”. Furthermore, long, rambling paragraphs, without breaks, that were filled with simple sentences, made this book somewhat dull to read at times.
As a result, sometimes I felt like I didn’t want to finish the book, but I pushed through. Luckily, I found the ending to be satisfying. I do wish the story had had more of the nuances and trademarks of the time period in which half of it had been written, but I think overall it was a pleasant read.
I’d recommend this book as a summer read; the kind of story you pick up for the beach but don’t take all too seriously. It’s not the kind of book that will resonate with you for months after finishing it, but as a romance and slice-of-life story it satisfies the soul of a casual reader.
July 21, 2017
What a GREAT READ!!!
There was not a boring sentence in this wonderful book. I loved every word of it and would recommend it to everyone. I was impressed by how many characters and rabbit trails it followed with no confusion. I understood each step. Many books are so confusing you can't follow the plot. Not this one. The author is brilliant and a fantastic writer.
It was a beautiful love story intertwined with suspense, memories, love and hatred. I'm at a loss for words to explain the story as it was so full. It has a surprise ending I would never have guessed. Get the book. I know you'll love it.
There was not a boring sentence in this wonderful book. I loved every word of it and would recommend it to everyone. I was impressed by how many characters and rabbit trails it followed with no confusion. I understood each step. Many books are so confusing you can't follow the plot. Not this one. The author is brilliant and a fantastic writer.
It was a beautiful love story intertwined with suspense, memories, love and hatred. I'm at a loss for words to explain the story as it was so full. It has a surprise ending I would never have guessed. Get the book. I know you'll love it.
May 2, 2019
Boring
I’m not quite sure why I read the whole book except it put me to sleep each night. It was such a WASPy story. Boy and girl fall in love. Girl's daddy disapproved of the boy because of his family. So, they go their separate ways without a word, and spoiler alert....are reunited 50 years later. There was no real depth to any of the characters. Imagine reading a 16 year old's diary or listening to a stranger's story of their first love as a teenager and, well, that's this book. Ho hum.
I’m not quite sure why I read the whole book except it put me to sleep each night. It was such a WASPy story. Boy and girl fall in love. Girl's daddy disapproved of the boy because of his family. So, they go their separate ways without a word, and spoiler alert....are reunited 50 years later. There was no real depth to any of the characters. Imagine reading a 16 year old's diary or listening to a stranger's story of their first love as a teenager and, well, that's this book. Ho hum.
July 27, 2017
A very appropriate title.
"Not every story has a happy ending." "What happens if the story isn't over?"
These two thoughts underline the story for many reasons.
This is a romantic novel aimed at sentimental women readers and will definitely touch the heart.
"Not every story has a happy ending." "What happens if the story isn't over?"
These two thoughts underline the story for many reasons.
This is a romantic novel aimed at sentimental women readers and will definitely touch the heart.
March 11, 2019
Memories
Who doesn't smile at the thoughts of their first true love? What a beautiful story of youth, true love and how life steps in when we least expect. This is truly one of those exceptional books you never want to end!
Who doesn't smile at the thoughts of their first true love? What a beautiful story of youth, true love and how life steps in when we least expect. This is truly one of those exceptional books you never want to end!
March 14, 2019
Oh! Where to begin......what a warm, loving story!!!! Thoroughly enjoyed it. Ending slipped up on me and made it even better. Would love to know folks like the leading characters. READ THIS BOOK! You will NOT be sorry.
June 18, 2017
The only reason I didn't give it 5 stars is it had a slow start to me. But the book was great overall once it got going.
August 16, 2017
What an emotional book. A love story that is special in so many ways.
August 23, 2017
Great love story
What a beautiful love story. I would tell any too read this book. Hope her other books are has good.
What a beautiful love story. I would tell any too read this book. Hope her other books are has good.
November 18, 2017
To have a love as powerful as this. I Still Do is a read to help you feel the power of real love. Jude is my new romance author! Go, Rosa, Go!
March 17, 2019
Love it
A beautiful love story. This kind of love is hard to find in today's fast paced world! Spellbinding to the end!
A beautiful love story. This kind of love is hard to find in today's fast paced world! Spellbinding to the end!
April 14, 2019
Love story with lots of twists and turns.
June 4, 2019
What a wonderful book
I so enjoyed reading this wonderful book. Reading the story of Harry and Emily over the span of many years was such a great story.
I so enjoyed reading this wonderful book. Reading the story of Harry and Emily over the span of many years was such a great story.
July 4, 2019
Sweet love story
I really enjoyed this quick read of love found, love lost and then found again. Harry and Emily were destined to be together. Forever.
I really enjoyed this quick read of love found, love lost and then found again. Harry and Emily were destined to be together. Forever.
September 8, 2019
Fabulous love story
Be sure to have a handkerchief ready. This story spans over 60 years in the life of the lovers and has more twists and turns than you can foresee.
Be sure to have a handkerchief ready. This story spans over 60 years in the life of the lovers and has more twists and turns than you can foresee.
January 10, 2020
Wonderful book.
I absolutely lived this book. What a wonderful story of love and life. You never know what twists and turns are going to happen,
I absolutely lived this book. What a wonderful story of love and life. You never know what twists and turns are going to happen,
September 7, 2020
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A love story that begins as teenagers, takes a hiatus as adults and then as old age is progressing renews with all the love two people have to give!
A love story that begins as teenagers, takes a hiatus as adults and then as old age is progressing renews with all the love two people have to give!
April 25, 2017
Great reading
I gave this book a 5 star rating, as I could not put the book down once I started to read it. I cried and I llaughed. Enjoy this wonderful story.
I gave this book a 5 star rating, as I could not put the book down once I started to read it. I cried and I llaughed. Enjoy this wonderful story.
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