The Fifth Daughter

by Elaine Coffman

Book Overview

The Fifth Daughter by Elaine Coffman released on Oct 25, 2001 is available now for purchase.

• Format: Mass Market Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1551668424
• ISBN13: 9781551668420
• Release Date: November 2001
• Publisher: Mira Books
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 0.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.3" x 4.3" x 6.9"

Customer Reviews

Loved it

I can't understand the reviews and comments abou the selfish heroine... yes, she is selfish in the beginning when she is a young girl-- so was Scarlett OHara. I loved the way this heroine grew into womanhood and realized when she looked through the eyes of a woman that she was in love with her childhood friend and as a mature woman she not only realizes she loves him but saves his life. I thought the characterization was exceptional and the story refreshingly different. Ms. Coffman always delivers outstanding books with uniquely different plots... she does not write the same heroine over and over like I find in too many romance novels. Ms Coffman never disappoints.

I loved this book

It's refreshing to read an author who doesn't write the same story and characters over and over again. I have read every book Ms. Coffman has written and love each and every one. Her characters are real people and face real problems. In THE FIFTH DAUGHTER I truly enjoyed watching Maresa grow. She reminded me of Scarlett O'Hara in Gone With the Wind. As far as men were concerned, she didn't have a clue as to what true love meant. She was selfish and fickle and was unable to see the wonderful hero, Percy (who reminds me of Horatio Hornblower in the terrific TV series) was the perfect man for her. It took a war and almost losing Percy for Maresa to mature into a stong and independent woman willing to risk her life for the man she loved. This book is definitely a cut above the average.

BUY!!!

As a working professional, I love to spend my hard earned money on a good read. This book was perfect and I strongly recommend it to all.

*** Wow! Different, Unique, and an Excellent Read! ***

One of the best books I have read in years!!!! I STRONGLY RECOMMEND this book. What a talented author. Elaine Coffman brings class, style, humor and an excellent read to people like me. I absolutely loved the book and wonder about some of the comments I have read on this site. Evidently some of the commentators either have not really read the book or don't understand the writings of a literary artist. While anyone can write a book, this author weaves talent and magic into a novel that is unique - it is for the educated, well-read and lovers of literature and romance.I loved the review by Harriet Klausner - right on the money! I also liked the pixycita review. These books aren't just your run-of-the-mill books that are a dime-a-dozen and easily forgotten. Her book's are original, different and on the cutting edge.

True Romance

If you loved Gone With the Wind and War and Peace, you will love this beautiful novel. The characters are well rounded and they actually grow throughout the novel, not staying stagnant and stubborn to their own causes as with most romance novels these days. This book encompasses the original meaning of romance novels and focuses upon the actual emotions of the characters, even when they make us angry or sad, and does not have so many sex scenes that we lose the plot line. Maresa, the heroine, grows up feeling unloved by anyone except for her childhood friend Percy and she tries to make up for this by doing the things immature women do for love, hurting the one person who truly cared for her along the way. As Maresa grows from a spoilt brat to a strong woman, Coffman's words make us empathize with the poor girl and root for her all the way. I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys well written works, not just romance fans, but romance fans will definently want this one on their shelves.