| Title | : | The Jury (Sisterhood, #4) |
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| ISBN | : | 0821778781 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780821778784 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Mass Market Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 320 |
| Publication | : | First published November 1, 2005 |
The Jury (Sisterhood, #4) Reviews
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Entertaining! There is foul language and violence in case a reader is sensitive to that.
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When the Sisterhood’s plans for a mission get put on hold, they start to look for another. They find it with Paula Woodley. Paula has suffered years of abuse from her husband and when she is brought to Myra’s estate broken and near death, the Sisterhood can’t ignore it. The main issue: her husband is a Washington bigwig. The reaction from the Sisterhood is unanimous: Challenge accepted.
This is the first book in this amazing series that had me nervous for the group. I was really afraid that something was going to go wrong and they would be caught or hurt. The plan comes together piece by piece and they make it work. My goodness did they make that man pay. It was almost (almost) hard to read.
Nikki makes a dangerous decision regarding Jack and it ends up working out for her and him. He had some issues of his own in this book and I think he finally understands why the girls do what they do.
There are two extremely sad moments in this story. Incidents that Nikki, Myra and the others have to work through while continuing to plan their revenge. The ending has a heartwarming moment for all the sisters that brought a tear to my eye. -
What happens when those in high places use their power to abuse their family, thinking they can get away with their crimes just because of who they are? That is the basic essence of "The Jury." I was intrigued by the write-up on the back of the book, however when I started reading it wasn't until half-way through the story that Paula Woodley, the victim, showed up and the real meat and potatoes of the novel started to piece together. Until then, I was tempted, numerous times, to just put the book down.
Would I recommend The Jury as a must read - no. I finished it more out of curiosity than because of the story. Having said that, though, I did enjoy the justice that was inflicted on the perpetrator. Would I read another of Fern Michaels's Sisterhood novels - not likely. -
this book was so disjointed. you spend half the book or more reading about the horse problem and THEN it switches to the wife abuse. Sometime before that you also have a problem with a lawyer.....it was like 3 stories in one and 2 were never finished. I've read other books by FM but seriously this one stunk.
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Okay, I've read Fern Michaels before and I was disappointed by this book. The story was all over the place and the book was so short. I really feel she didn't give enough time to really play out all the characters and background to make this a good book.
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Just too much. Theres too much going on in this story. It jumped from one situation to another without resolving some of them. It's Nikki's turn to exact out her revenge but before she makes a selection, she has a mental situation that causes her to take a sabbatical. On her return, it appears that all heck has broke loose.
I like that these women are determined to exact vengeance for the crimes committed against them. They support one another and will take each other's secret to their grave. These women understand what they're doing and know that if caught, they will be prosecuted. They are a family that isn't blood relatives but a family all the same.
The plot was overdone. It started with horses then moved to a judge and an attorney, and ended with a domestic violence situation. There were 2 sets of vengeance and they were truly malicious and dangerous activities. -
Fern Michael's Sisterhood series continues to grow more annoying and ridiculous with each book. The Jury is the worst yet.
These stories are corny, far-fetched and at this point, I'm not sure if I will see the series through.
I can understand desperately wanting to see justice served, but these women take their revenge too far. I am often appalled at what they do in carrying out their (sometimes violent) missions.
To top it all off, I am becoming more and more apathetic towards the characters in these novels. As it stands now, I'm not even sure I care what happens in the end! -
After a drunk driver runs over her daughter and escapes the consequences, Myra Rutledge sets up a group of women to take revenge outside the law. In this book, Nikki, her adopted daughter, takes revenge against a high-powered abusive husband.
This was a confusing book. There are two major revenge schemes, that of the horses and of the NSA, and they are cobbled together rather unconvincingly. I wished the author picked one and stuck to it. I was glad that Jack was finally let in on the secret, though I think the gold shields have outlived their purpose. -
This is like an ongoing soapie that snares you in because it is simple and interesting. This book did not have as much development of characters as previously and had a touch of romance to soften the revenge being undertaken.
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The sisterhood is in control again.
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Once again...nothing good to say. However, I am ashamed to admit that I seem to be aggravatingly addicted.
The narrator is alright as far as the main characters voice goes, but when she pulls in characters such as Myra, Charles, Jack, etc....she's totally unbearable to listen to.
Remember that monotone voice from the TTS function...that would be much more suitable here.
Character developments are way off the realm of description. For example try to picture a tough, female semi-truck driver. We all have those preconceived notions of such a person....well...when was the last time you looked at a tough female semi-truck driver and thoughtless....Brittany Spears??? Seriously? Uma Thurman maybe from Kill Bill, but NOT Brittany Spears!
And a Chinese lady by the name of Yoko,,,,I can't get past imagining Yoko Ono (although Japanese), in this roll.
I missed the part on 2 new character developments, still not sure where they came from and why, but surprise!!! Here they are.
Stupid, guilty, chic lit pleasure that I apparently like, and love to leave comments about! -
The sisters are on the job! Someone took Harry's identity and all his money. Look out here comes the Sisterhood!! I love Fern Michaels's books. It's like she can look into a human's heart. In Vanishing Act the ladies break up an identity theft ring and get Harry back on the right path. Once again proving that women might not be the weaker sex.
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I just love this series! A group of women taking no crap from people who have wronged them.
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**This review is for the audiobook on Audible.**
Truthfully, there isn't much I can say about Fern Michaels' Sisterhood series that I haven't already said in my past reviews, except that if you haven't started it yet, you are really missing out! In fact, I'm surprised this hasn't been made into a television series or movie. So much happens in each of these books - I cannot believe I am only finished with book 4. You definitely will want to start with book 1, rather than in the middle of the series so you can understand how and why these women joined forces to become a sisterhood of revenge. These are the only Fern Michaels' books I have read/listened to, but if her other books are this good, I'll be raving about those ones, too, soon enough!
I have only listened to the audiobooks, and while I'm sure reading this series is enjoyable, I cannot imagine it being as good as the audio. Narrator Laural Merlington is outstanding! Her voices, consistency, and the way she brings the text to life, make her 100% in my book. I love everything about her performance. I'm always in disbelief that there is really only one narrator. She makes me feel like I am right there with the women, as a member of their sisterhood!
The Jury: Revenge of the Sisterhood, Book 4 by Fern Michaels, narrated by Laural Merlington is well worth the credit on Audible. In fact, I have already purchased the next three audiobooks in this series and plan to download book 5 right after I post this review. I give this one a rating of 4-4.3 stars. If you like women's fiction, lots of action, and enjoy seeing the bad guy finally get what he deserves, this is the series for you! Until next time...happy listening! :-)
Thank you for reading my review. I hope it was helpful. -
I'm not sure about the title of this novel although I can think of some possibilities. Although Nikki and Jack are both lawyers, they have yet to be in a courtroom setting for very long. In this novel, the sisterhood decides to avenge a badly beaten woman who is the wife of a national leader. There is a fair amount of action in the plot to keep the reader's attention. It is another good novel that provides a good escape for a few hours.
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Fourth in the Sisterhood vengeance and suspense series revolving around a group of women vigilantes seeking their own brand of justice for the wrongs done to or against them.
The Story
It's Nikki's turn for vengeance and she's thoroughly confused. She's sure that the ladies expect her to want retaliation against Jack Emery for trying to find evidence against them and that's not what she wants. In fact, she wants just the opposite. And isn't that going to throw a spanner in the mix!
Luckily, she finds a better target against the Barringtons, their lawyer, and the very-conflicted judge in the case. Then they find another target...
My Take
This was an odd one. Michaels waffled all over the place. First it's Nikki's turn up to bat. So everyone takes a four-month vacation. Nik is assuming she's supposed to go after Jack but chooses to take on the Barringtons and her newly-fired employee along with the judge instead but in reality they go after the wife-beating high politico instead.
The Good Bits
I do like that Jack finally gets what it is that Nikki and company are doing. It's too bad it had to happen the way it did, but it does do the job and force the emotional aspect into him.
I do like the loyalty of Nikki's fellow lawyers in the firm. It's this loyalty—between lawyers and the mostly loyal friendship of the ladies along with the true justice being meted out—that I keep reading this series in spite of Michaels' writing.
The Cover
We're back to the hand and the flower for a cover. Again, the hand is rough with a nice manicure but it seems more age-roughened than work. It's an open palm holding a red rose against a softened purple and black background. As for the title, The Jury, well, the jury is out in every sense of the word. -
Rating: 5 Stars!!
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Even tho this was only the 4th Novel ive read by Fern this one was definately my favorite by far.
The Characters were fun and enjoyable to read about. Loved the witty banter between the sisters it definately made the storyline more enjoyable.
The Setting was beautifully described which made me feel like I was actually in the book while reading especially when the scenery was described.
Overall a Fun Book 15 in this Mystery Series. Can't wait to read more by Fern in the future!! -
Sisterhood #4
At the end of book #3 Nikki's name was chosen. After everything that happened Nikki just needs a break. What can go wrong if Nikki spends a month or three on an Island incommunicado? Well Myra stubbles upon neglected horses and reports it, and things sotra go down hill. So half the book is about that and of course brings them into the Sisterhoods spotlight.
The other half is a surprise visitor that deperatly needs their, the Sisterhoods, help. Pauly Woodley was brought out to the farm nearly beaten to death at the hands of her high profile husband. Mr. Abusive husband is none other than the NSA (National Security Advisor) and best-friends with the current President. Suffice to say the girls have their work cut out for them when they take on this case. Ever hear that phrase, "An eye for an eye"?
Besides that you get some good times and some sad times again. I won't spoil anything by telling you who or what happens, but I will say this, the Sisterhood looses one advisary but gains another.
I give this 3.5 stars. I almost gave a whole 4 but I don't really know why but I didn't enjoy this as much as previous ones. Still love the characters, like the bit ol' romance thrown in, the payback was alright, and we even got a new name drawn. -
Ok...The first book and second book was good but this book was just plain stupid. Nikki has got to be the weakest and stupidest woman ever. All she does is cry about how she's still in love with Jack and whine about choices and blah blah. Then magically after everything Jack made her and her gaggle of friends go through they forgive each other after a magical pocus of sex and all is well. I don't even get the "revenge" theme anymore. There is no revenge until the last three or four chapters. The writing is bad and I don't even know why I'm bothering to read the next book.
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This is one of the most stupid books I've read. The story was all over the place - the original problem these "ladies" were supposed to solve was dropped in the middle of the book and never solved.
I also think that while the idea of getting justice for those who can't get it on their own seems appealing, I think these "ladies" go way too far and the boyfriend, reporter, etc wouldn't really go along with all this. -
3.00 rating. I didn't realize this was a series and got lost by the sisterhood, made it to the end without understanding much about them. Now that I understand the sisterhood (kind of) I may read more of the series.
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Once again, the women are on the move! These books are a delight to read and I feel as if I know the characters and they're friends (the good characters). Can't wait to start the next in the Series!
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Another in the sisterhood series. Same formula, etc. Nothing new.....
Once again I am left to ask where this is all going, and when is it going to finally wrap up. Enough is enough! -
I keep reading because she keeps writing them but the series lost it appeal after the first 7 books. I can read them in a day so that is why I guess I keep reading but really not worth it. :)
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Just because they are women and rich doesn't make it ok for them to commit the same crimes to (Even the score) or (female Justice) or what ever they want to call it, Wrong is Wrong...
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Not worth the paper it is printed on--read only if you are in a jail cell and have no measurable IQ/
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More Sisterhood!!!
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Probably my least favorite so far in the series, but I will keep reading on!
