Black Rose

In the Garden, Book 2

By: Nora Roberts

Narrated by: Susie Breck

A Harper has always lived at Harper House, the centuries-old mansion just outside of Memphis. And for as long as anyone alive remembers, the ghostly Harper Bride has walked the halls, singing lullabies at night.

At 45, Rosalind Harper is a woman whose experiences have made her strong enough to bend without breaking - and weather any storm. A widow with three grown sons, she survived a disastrous second marriage, and built her In the Garden nursery from the ground up.

Through the years, In the Garden has become more than just a thriving business - it is a symbol of hope and independence to Roz, and to the two women she shares it with. Newlywed Stella and new mother Hayley are the sisters of her heart, and together, the three of them are the future of In the Garden.

But now that future is under attack, and Roz knows they can't fight this battle alone. Hired to investigate Roz's Harper ancestors, Dr. Mitchell Carnegie finds himself just as intrigued with Roz herself. And as they begin to unravel the puzzle of the Harper Bride's identity, Roz is shocked to find herself falling for the fascinating genealogist.

Now it is a desperate race to discover the truth before the unpredictable apparition lashes out at the one woman who can help her rest in peace.

©2005 Nora Roberts (P)2005 Brilliance Audio

Critic reviews

"[A] warmly appealing heroine, resolutely finding her path through a midlife romance that is more complex and hard-fought than 20-something love." (Publishers Weekly)

"Susie Breck has a beguiling way of reaching into stories and making them come alive with her flawless performance." (AudioFile)

2nd in an amazing Trilogy

honestly didnt think theb1st book. ould be topped but boy was I wrong. now time for number 3!

It Just Keeps Getting Better!

With the second book in this series, the anticipation and excitement continues. After finishing the first book in this series, I immediately had to red book 2. Wow! The Harper Bride really has a temper and Susie Breck, the narrator, comes through again by drawing a picture with her voice of just how she feels. Once you’ve finished this book, be prepared to dive head first into book 3. It is irresistible and compelling. Did I mention I love this series?

Love comes at any age

The 2nd book of In the Garden trilogy continues the story of the Harper Bride. Mystery, love, and family continues to fill in the overall storyline. Good book.

One of More's very best!

Loved it! I read it many years ago and just finished listening to the audio. I've read most of Nora's work and must say this is one of her very best. This whole series is wonderful! The narration was very good and just added to this great story. If you love a good romance with some intrigue added in then I highly recommend.

Exciting

If you could sum up Black Rose in three words, what would they be?

This is an interesting story about a bipolar ghost and a band of people working together to make sure she rests in peace.

Any additional comments?

Ros was a great character. She is confident and doesn't tolerate nonsense. I liked how the relationship blossemed between her and Mitch. I appreciated how Mitch could so easily admit his downfalls and mistakes in the past. It shows us as readers that not everyone in these stories are perfect. I really liked this book and look forward to the finishing the series.