Forever and Beyond

Destiny's lady begins the series about twin girls, separated as babies, in a nefarious plot by their greedy, evil uncle. The book is wonderful and the characters excellent. While 'Forever and Beyond' is a story separate and independent of that, the author spends the first several pages catching the reader up on the background. Frankly, I highly suggest reading them in order as there is so much rich, deep, intertwining of characters and events. 'Forever' is a continuation of catherine and miles story and has enough adventure, love, espionage and action to keep you glued to the end. Just as Destinys lady did. Now I am happy to have found the 3rd of this triology about their daughter Diana. These are not stereotype stories. Susan Grace has done a wonderful job developing her plot and historical facts along with wonderful characters. Some of the bad guys are even hard to hate! But the good guys are really easy to love....as our our twins, catherine and victoria.....enjoy.

I had anxiously awaited the release of "Forever and Beyond" and I can only say that Susan Grace did not disappoint! Once again, Ms. Grace has given us a book that is incredibly hard to put down! This story takes the reader from the pinnacle of happines and joy into the the sad and dark depths of hopelessness and despair! Many may wince at the thought of physical punishment and torture and yet mental punishment, especially that of our own making, can be far more consuming and debilitating making us wish for physical punishment to end our pain! Catherine and Myles certainly go through their fair share and also show us that sometimes, love just isn't enough especially without trust!I am thankful that we only have to wait six months for "Enemies of the Heart" to be released!

The pirate Lady Cat returns in this historical romance, FOREVER AND BEYOND by Susan Grace. With the same indomitable spirit and fierce strength that endured her to fans of DESTINY'S LADY, Lady Cat once again faces overwhelming challenges with fire and determination, proving that she and her beloved Miles share a love that will last forever and beyond.Four years have passed since the end of DESTINY'S LADY, but Catherine worries that her notorious past might yet catch up to her. Tales are still told of the fabulous Lady Cat who fights better than most men and captains her own ship. A five thousand pound bounty was posted on her head and songs still circulate in the pubs about her exploits. Now Catherine has much to protect from her past, especially her twins Diana and James.At a ball she and Miles host, Catherine makes quite an impression on the ton. Unfortunately, she also catches the eye of Nicholas Atwood, who becomes determined to discover the secrets to her past. Soon Miles is drawn into service of the Navy using his previous experience and identity of The Fox in his country's service. Before he leaves, Miles gives Catherine a pendant in the ancient symbol of infinity, vowing to love her without end. Shortly thereafter, Catherine receives word of her husband's death.Nicholas Atwood identifies Catherine as the famous pirate, and forces her into resuming the role to spy on the French. His cruelty results in tragedy, and soon Lady Cat finds herself aboard ship, once again in command. But this time her goal is to gain information in a valiant effort to protect her family and her husband's memory. Lady Cat must ignore her grief in order to accomplish her mission. Moving among the elite of France, she must become Napoleon Bonaparte's latest mistress unless she can find a way to prevent it. And when Miles returns to England to find his beloved wife gone, it doesn't take much to connect Nicholas Atwood to the act of treason, to Catherine's departure, and to the service to Napoleon's General of Police, Joseph Fouche. Once again the Fox must return to the seas, and save Lady Cat before she's forced into Napoleon's personal service, or worse at the hands of the infamous Fouche.Historical fans will truly enjoy this step into the past when sails ruled the seas and Napoleon ravaged the world. Moreover, if you've loved Lady Cat then be sure to watch for ENEMIES OF MY HEART, to be released in April 2001 by Kensington Publishing for its Zebra Romance line, which picks up with Catherine and Mile's daughter Diana. GOLDEN FIRE, published October 1999, tells the story of Catherine and Mile's son James, who falls in love with the empathic Miranda. Overall, this series, read separately or together, makes for a terrific escape into the past that this reviewer heartily recommends.

Susan Grace's "Forever and Beyond" is a heartfelt love story. Miles and Catherine have a love relationship that makes you sigh. Sure they had their problems (caused by others, of course). They make you believe the old saying 'Love Conquers All'. This book is part of an impending series (6 books). Destiny's Lady and Golden Fire are the other two titles available now in the series. Look for the next installment August 2001 (Enemies of the Heart). This book is a keeper for my shelf.