LitPick Review
The Ravenell Dynasty - Enduring Love is a book that tells the tale of love between Nicolaus Ravenell and Dierdre Omari. Nicolaus, a highly respected and accomplished soldier, has been waiting for 10 years to finally marry the woman of his dreams, Dierdre. His return home is met with excitement and joy from family and friends, except from Ceil, his mother. She dreaded the sight of him and the thought of him marrying Dierdre filled her with more dread. Nicolaus is in contrast to his brother Benjamin, who was a reckless womanizer and abuser. Nicolaus, on the other hand, is a responsible and dedicated individual, making him the obvious choice to take over the family business since his brother can't be trusted. This agitated Ceil further because she wants Benjamin in that position. Her disdain for Nicolaus is so strong that she is determined to ruin his happiness and force him into an impossible decision: to choose between his love for Dierdre and his loyalty to his family. It's a difficult choice to make, but will he make the right choice?
Opinion:
Enduring love is an emotional book that shows the unshakeable love between Nicolaus and Dierdre. Despite the numerous obstacles they face, their love remains unmoved, demonstrating the power of true love. Nicolaus was a soft-hearted individual despite his military background. He grew up without knowing what motherly love felt like, however, he found love in Dierdre, which helps heal the wound of his tough childhood. And now his mother is trying to take that away too with her endless scheme to tear them apart thereby forcing Nicolaus into an impossible decision. Even through his decision making, Dierdre gave her unwavering support and love. The author's writing skills evokes deep emotions in the readers. The book took me on a journey of emotions, weaving together love, joy, happiness, pain, guilt, betrayal, sadness, warmth, cold, and everything in-between! The story is a testament to true love and its ability to withstand challenges. It's a well-written book that left me craving more.
