Tall, Dark...Westmoreland! (The Westmorelands, 16)

Before I get into this review, let me just point out for a few people who need clarification - Romance novels are FICTION. They are written to entertain (not necessarily portray accurate society). THERE! Ok - as usual Ms. Brenda put it down on this next installment of the Westmoreland clan. As always, the Westmoreland man goes after what he wants (and plays hardball if he has to) to get what he wants. I really found this particular story interesting, because of the political aspect -that made it very entertaining for me. As always, the romance was on point and the author gave us just what everyone wants in a Desire Book - a quick, sexy read! Thanks Ms. J!! roshuane in TX

I SOOO ENJOYED THIS BOOK LIKE ALL OF THE WESTMORELANDS. LIL'BORTHER REGGIE IS ALL SEXY UP.... HE HAS ME ON THE LOOK OUT FOR A MAN JUST HIM AND HIS BORTHERS. THIS BOOK WILL HAVE IN ONE PLACE TRYING TO GET TO THE END. BUT OH HOW IT COME SO FAST. I CAN'T WAIT FOR THE NEW FAMILY TO OUT ON THERE ON BOOKS. IT SAD THAT IN TODAY WE HAVE PEOPLE STILL TRY TO MAKE LIFE HARD FOR OTHERS. I HAVE ALL OF MS. JACKSON AND MS. ALERS BOOKS AND HELL THE ONES THEY HAVE DONE TOGETER, AND HAVE LOVE THEM ALL. YOU HAVE TO ENJOY PEOPLES GIFT FOR WHAT THEY ARE AND WE YOU DON'T HAVE ANYTHING NICE TO SAY YOU SHOULD JUST SHUT THE HELL UP...... DO YOU HEAR ME NOW?

It seems that certain people refuse to accept Harlequin's recent legal ruling that was made on the issue they still want to push. Makes me wonder why. I suggest they read the legal ruling again. By the way . . . Tall, Dark... Westmoreland! was a wonderful book. Everything I expect from a Brenda Jackson. The Harlequin legal department has concluded their investigation regarding the Brenda Jackson, "Tall, Dark...Westmoreland!", and the two Rochelle Alers titles, "Just Before Dawn" and "Private Passions". Their response is as follows: "Upon close review of the above titles, we have concluded that there is no basis for a finding of copyright infringement or plagiarism. The test for copyright infringement is `substantial similarity'. There is minimal similarity between Brenda Jackson's book and Rochelle Alers' two books. The plots, sequence of events, dialogue and character development are sufficiently varied such that the total concept and feel of Brenda Jackson's work does not in any way resemble that of Rochelle Alers' work. More specifically, at issue is the fact that Brenda Jackson's "Tall, Dark...Westmoreland!" refers to a suicide involving a young child as does Rochelle Alers' "Just Before Dawn". However, the scene (in the context of each story and its impact on the characters) differs widely. Further, even though both Brenda Jackson's book "Tall, Dark...Westmoreland!" and Rochelle Alers' book "Private Passions" involve campaigns for public office, this element varies significantly with regards to its relation to the plot. Above all, in copyright terms, these elements may be considered to be `scènes-à-faire' - that is, these elements are too commonplace to constitute protectable expression. For these reasons, it is our opinion that there is no copyright infringement in this case. Plagiarism, on the other hand, involves the unfair attribution to an author of another author's work. In effect, for plagiarism to exist, one author would have to falsely claim authorship over text that he or she did not write. This is most clearly indicated by verbatim reproduction of another author's text. We do not feel that there is any evidence of this in any of the books at issue, and are quite confident that our authors each individually and separately wrote their own books. There is not even a slight similarity in the language, tone or placement of the implicated scenes in each of these books. As such, it is our view that Brenda Jackson did not plagiarize Rochelle Alers' work."

This was a wonderful addition to the Westmoreland family series. Brenda Jackson tells this fast paced, thrilling romance as ONLY Brenda Jackson can. And she has created another stunning Westmoreland man for us all to fall in love with. Reggie has all of the traits we love in Westmoreland men. He is determined and strong and alpha and hella, hella sexy. I read this book in one sitting because I couldn't put it down. This reminds me of the early Westmoreland books, takes me back to Dare and Thorn, when I first fell in love with this family. I highly recommend this novel.

Reggie, and Oliva met at ball, not giving real names, they gave in to one night of hot passion. Oliva figure she would have fun this one time and not worry. However after finding out who Reggie is she still wants just a little bit more. Reggie to me was the first that I can remenber Westermoreland that feel in love and knew it and didn't try to fight it. The book was good, fast and leave it to Brenda Jackson to make sure that Oliva father even gets someone. I know there is Drama going on about this book, but I love Brenda Jackson work so I will always support her. Keep up the great work.