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Class Reunion
Jennifer Moreland decided to attend her high school reunion in the hopes of freeing herself once and for all from the devastating power of past heartbreak. But when she comes face to face with her first lover, she is overcome by a rush of desire that threatens to ignite the dangerous flames of rekindled passion...
Sheila Hoyt's reckless spirit and burning sensual need have always spelled trouble with a capital T. But her bedroom eyes, still beckoned with the promises of past ecstasy and her lush body belied a history of cruel betrayal. She wanted Jennifer, the way she wanted her before. And Sheila always got what she wanted...
Heather O'Brian has come a long way from her ugly duckling days when braces and thick glasses made her the butt of her classmates cruelty. Despite the painful memories, she has returned to fulfill a secret yearning - a chance to capture the heart of the woman she loves.
Sheila Hoyt's reckless spirit and burning sensual need have always spelled trouble with a capital T. But her bedroom eyes, still beckoned with the promises of past ecstasy and her lush body belied a history of cruel betrayal. She wanted Jennifer, the way she wanted her before. And Sheila always got what she wanted...
Heather O'Brian has come a long way from her ugly duckling days when braces and thick glasses made her the butt of her classmates cruelty. Despite the painful memories, she has returned to fulfill a secret yearning - a chance to capture the heart of the woman she loves.
176 pages, Paperback
First published August 1, 1997
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Linda Hill
9 books22 followersLibrarian note: There is more than one author in the Goodreads database with this name.
Originally born and raised in Iowa, Linda Hill now lives in Massachusetts. She is the author of several lesbian romances and the publisher of Bella Books.
Originally born and raised in Iowa, Linda Hill now lives in Massachusetts. She is the author of several lesbian romances and the publisher of Bella Books.
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September 26, 2021
4.25 stars
I'm so glad to have taken the time to re-read some of these lesbian classics on my bookshelves. Takes me back and reminds me that these are the pioneers of lesbian fiction. These are from the days when you found lesfic books in gay and lesbian bookstores around the country. This was published in 1997 when Goodreads wasn't available for recs and Amazon had just been founded a few years before. People often had to travel to a bigger city to even find these books and then had nothing more than a blurb on the back of a book to decide right then and there if you were going to buy it. And since those trips were often rare, you bought a bunch at once not knowing when you'd get to do it again. Ah, those were the days.
This was a quick read - and definitely an ideal what-would-happen-if-you-found-love-at-your-high-school-reunion story. While there is a lovely romance, it is also about lost loves, returning to your home town to move forward in life and finally letting go. It's also about reconnection with family and friends. While there are uncomfortable moments in shedding that past, it's ultimately a feel-good read. It's been a very nostalgic time enjoying these stories again - well before it was common to be out and gay marriage was but a dream.
It's pretty amazing knowing that author Linda Hill has since become the founder and CEO of Bella Books and Bella Media. Times have certainly changed!
I'm so glad to have taken the time to re-read some of these lesbian classics on my bookshelves. Takes me back and reminds me that these are the pioneers of lesbian fiction. These are from the days when you found lesfic books in gay and lesbian bookstores around the country. This was published in 1997 when Goodreads wasn't available for recs and Amazon had just been founded a few years before. People often had to travel to a bigger city to even find these books and then had nothing more than a blurb on the back of a book to decide right then and there if you were going to buy it. And since those trips were often rare, you bought a bunch at once not knowing when you'd get to do it again. Ah, those were the days.
This was a quick read - and definitely an ideal what-would-happen-if-you-found-love-at-your-high-school-reunion story. While there is a lovely romance, it is also about lost loves, returning to your home town to move forward in life and finally letting go. It's also about reconnection with family and friends. While there are uncomfortable moments in shedding that past, it's ultimately a feel-good read. It's been a very nostalgic time enjoying these stories again - well before it was common to be out and gay marriage was but a dream.
It's pretty amazing knowing that author Linda Hill has since become the founder and CEO of Bella Books and Bella Media. Times have certainly changed!
December 29, 2015
Going back to face old friends and a lover you haven't gotten over is never easy. This book had a nice twist to it. It left me wanting a little more! I wonder what the future has brought to the lives of everyone, will they go to the next reunion and will everyone's lives be different?
January 11, 2019
Another go-to book whenever I don't feel like taking risks. The ending is a bit rushed, but the MCs are sweet, and I really like the secondary characters, too, especially the sister.
December 14, 2019
A short read. Nicely written.
High 3+
High 3+
June 4, 2021
This is a solid 4 star older book that is well written, has engaging main characters and a solid believable story. Jennifer returns to Des Moines for her 10 year High School reunion and a chance to exorcise long held feelings for her long ago lover. There are engaging side characters including Jennifer’s sister, adorable kids and old/ new friends to embrace. Then there is Heather. I really enjoyed this book and this author. Can’t wait to read another.
January 19, 2016
Detailed score: 2.5
A very quick read for a full priced novel.
Very shallow - didn't really feel depth of emotion from any of the characters. The pwoar scene were brief and strangely unsexy
It was an okay pass the time of day read if you can get it for free
A very quick read for a full priced novel.
Very shallow - didn't really feel depth of emotion from any of the characters. The pwoar scene were brief and strangely unsexy
It was an okay pass the time of day read if you can get it for free
August 13, 2023
I didn’t read Class Reunion when it first came out back in ‘97 when Naiad Press published it. I didn’t get the to ‘the big city’ where there were women owned bookstores that carried Sapphic books, very often. It was my loss.
Needless to say, I loved this book. Being about the class of ‘77 (the year I graduated HS) I could so relate to the dread of going back to the place, and the people who hadn’t been safe or supportive of a young lesbian, and facing the secrets (shame) and skeletons in the “closet.”
All of the characters were perfectly drawn, and believable. The story was layered, well developed and emotionally charged. If I had one negative thing to say it would be that it was too short. I would have loved more.
This was the first book I’ve read of Linda Hill’s. It definitely won’t be the last.
Needless to say, I loved this book. Being about the class of ‘77 (the year I graduated HS) I could so relate to the dread of going back to the place, and the people who hadn’t been safe or supportive of a young lesbian, and facing the secrets (shame) and skeletons in the “closet.”
All of the characters were perfectly drawn, and believable. The story was layered, well developed and emotionally charged. If I had one negative thing to say it would be that it was too short. I would have loved more.
This was the first book I’ve read of Linda Hill’s. It definitely won’t be the last.
May 21, 2025
The story in concept is nice but the author didn’t really expand more on it. I think this book could’ve been a bit longer (only 16 chapters) as I felt there wasn’t enough development for Heather and Jen for when they finally got together, along with Jen trying to be away from Sheila. That was too rushed as was her character. The side characters are enjoyable, the writing was decent, and this book had a lot of potential. If it was longer, I would’ve given this book 4 stars.
June 23, 2018
I really enjoyed the story and the characters. But the editing of this book almost threw me out of it. The name of the bully was changed from Danny to Johnny and back to Danny in the prologue. There were misspelled and missing words, but I was interested enough in the characters to continue reading.
June 30, 2021
Nice, easy little romance. The main characters are likeable and it's easy to see where the story sprange from it's heading.
January 8, 2018
It’s a perfect read if you have a high school love you still think about. The book portrays a realistic reality of a high school reunion and how it probably would feel to meet the one girl you crushed on back then. I really loved the ending. Many books aren't able to satisfy all the way through, but this book truly is.
October 5, 2016
Good story
I enjoyed this book a lot. He characters well developed. Jennifer and Heather's relationship was well done from when they were kids to when they were 28. Sheila's persona as the traditional "b....ch" was well done. Allison's relationship with Amy was well established from the get go. It would be nice to see the 20th high school reunion and what if anything is there with Allison and Amy. Sequel please!!!$$
I enjoyed this book a lot. He characters well developed. Jennifer and Heather's relationship was well done from when they were kids to when they were 28. Sheila's persona as the traditional "b....ch" was well done. Allison's relationship with Amy was well established from the get go. It would be nice to see the 20th high school reunion and what if anything is there with Allison and Amy. Sequel please!!!$$
November 15, 2009
Jennifer Moreland decided to attend her high school reunion in the hopes of freeing herself once and for all from the devastating power of past heartbreak. But when she comes face to face with her first lover, she is overcome by a rush of desire that threatens to ignite the dangerous flames of rekindled passion... Sheila Hoyt's reckless spirit and burning sensual need have always spelled trouble with a capital T. But her bedroom eyes, still beckoned with the promises of past ecstasy and her lush body belied a history of cruel betrayal. She wanted Jennifer, the way she wanted her before. And Sheila always got what she wanted... Heather O'Brian has come a long way from her ugly duckling days when braces and thick glasses made her the butt of her classmates cruelty. Despite the painful memories, she has returned to fulfill a secret yearning - a chance to capture the heart of the woman she loves.
May 17, 2014
Easy, fast read that I enjoyed.
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