Patriot's Dream

I've read a lot of Barbara Michaels books and all of Elizabeth Peters books. I can't say I have a favorite but this one is as different is as different a plot of any she's written. Just stayed up late last night to finish it and if you like mysteries or gothic this is a must novels this is a must read.

I always think I've found my favorite Barbara Mertz (Michaels) novel, but this one topped the rest. And I've now read them all I believe. :) If you love your country and despair of the direction in which we are going, this one is for you. It encouraged me to fight on for freedom and the dream that is America-- even 32 years after Michaels penned this! I love the twists and turns in the novel and the way that Michaels truly "gets" the sadness and glory of the human experience. Michaels manages to squeeze in history, philosophy, mystery, suspense, theology, the occult, social critique, and romance into almost all of her novels. She is one of the most intelligent writers I've ever read. I always feel a pang after reading her novels because I'm running out of them, and I know she is getting older (she's in her early 80s). I will reread this one every year or so I know. I think this is my new favorite with 'Someone in the House' coming in at a close second-- just for the original ending she gave it. I have never found a writer to match her. Please, Ms. Mertz-- could you write a few more of the Michaels' novels??

Whew! I feel like I've been caught in the middle of the main character's obsession. I found myself feeling much the same way Jan did--I just need to get through the everyday stuff before I can return to what's happening. I have never read any of Barbara Michaels' books before, but I can't wait correct that mistake :-)

read this gem over 15 years ago, it is remains one of my all-time favorites. I have read everything Ms. Michael's has ever written, with the exception of perhaps two of her books, and I have never been dissappointed. Her stories are compelling and gripping without gratuitious sex or violence, and parents, I encourage you to buy these books for your teens. Make sure you read them as well. Ms. Michaels is a consumate story teller and no personal library should be without at least two of her books!

I have read all of Ms. Michaels' books and this is my favorite. A wonderful heroine, love triangle and the author weaves the present and the past skillfully. The ending will make you cry! I read this book once a year, a must have!

I read this gem over 15 years ago, it is remains one of my all-time favorites. I have read everything Ms. Michael's has ever written, with the exception of perhaps two of her books, and I have never been dissappointed. Her stories are compelling and gripping without gratuitious sex or violence, and parents, I encourage you to buy these books for your teens. Make sure you read them as well. Ms. Michaels is a consumate story teller and no personal library should be without at least two of her books!