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The blockbuster #1 international bestseller . . . a sweeping saga of a man born to wealth, a woman raised in poverty, and a love that conquers all. Edouard's story begins in London in 1940. At fourteen, he's the son of a baron and second in line to a dazzling jewelry dynasty. Hélène's story begins in Alabama in 1950. An only child, she lives with her mother in a trailer park and dreams of escaping her hardscrabble life. Their paths cross in France, and a brief, passionate affair follows. They are separated by fate, and that seems to be the end. But Edouard cannot devote his life to business . . . not before finding Hélène again. Destiny is Sally Beauman's masterpiece about a man and a woman and their once-in-a-lifetime love. … (més)
Did you ever get the feeling that certain events in your life were just destined to happen? The premise of this novel is based on that idea.
The plot is absurd, but Sally Beauman is such a good storyteller that it is easy to just go along with the outlandish coincidences. Because while the “destined” plot is fantastical, the characters seem ultra-real.
Upon publication in 1987 "Destiny" got endorsed by major news media including "The Washington Post", "Philadelphia Inquirer", and "USA Today" and "Destiny "appearing on the New York Times best seller list for several months,. However, many recent reviewers complain the narrative is too long and utterly ridiculous.
So what is it all about? It begins in the 1940s and spans three decades. It is about two wealthy brothers- the younger one has integrity, compassion, and a desire to carry on the family business. In contrast, the older brother is self-centered, obnoxious, and disgusting. He cares nothing for business but wants his share of the wealth, and has no morals and no respect for women.
The plot takes many unexpected twists and turns leaving the reader in constant suspense. "Destiny" is a cross between a soap opera and - "50 shades of Gray". Drama upon drama, multiple characters of different backgrounds, and superb character development. Sex, violence, jealous rivalry, deceit, intrigue, and romance. Sally Beauman is an incredible storyteller. It’s just a shame the plot had to involve a tawdry obscene sexual story line. ( )
The blockbuster #1 international bestseller . . . a sweeping saga of a man born to wealth, a woman raised in poverty, and a love that conquers all. Edouard's story begins in London in 1940. At fourteen, he's the son of a baron and second in line to a dazzling jewelry dynasty. Hélène's story begins in Alabama in 1950. An only child, she lives with her mother in a trailer park and dreams of escaping her hardscrabble life. Their paths cross in France, and a brief, passionate affair follows. They are separated by fate, and that seems to be the end. But Edouard cannot devote his life to business . . . not before finding Hélène again. Destiny is Sally Beauman's masterpiece about a man and a woman and their once-in-a-lifetime love.
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The plot is absurd, but Sally Beauman is such a good storyteller that it is easy to just go along with the outlandish coincidences. Because while the “destined” plot is fantastical, the characters seem ultra-real.
Upon publication in 1987 "Destiny" got endorsed by major news media including "The Washington Post", "Philadelphia Inquirer", and "USA Today" and "Destiny "appearing on the New York Times best seller list for several months,. However, many recent reviewers complain the narrative is too long and utterly ridiculous.
So what is it all about? It begins in the 1940s and spans three decades. It is about two wealthy brothers- the younger one has integrity, compassion, and a desire to carry on the family business. In contrast, the older brother is self-centered, obnoxious, and disgusting. He cares nothing for business but wants his share of the wealth, and has no morals and no respect for women.
The plot takes many unexpected twists and turns leaving the reader in constant suspense. "Destiny" is a cross between a soap opera and - "50 shades of Gray". Drama upon drama, multiple characters of different backgrounds, and superb character development. Sex, violence, jealous rivalry, deceit, intrigue, and romance. Sally Beauman is an incredible storyteller. It’s just a shame the plot had to involve a tawdry obscene sexual story line. (