Reviews for WINNING WAYS
"Not just your basic horse story, but a love story that will have all those who still long for the romance in their lives looking for a Kurt. Definitely a must read!"
-Louise Riveiro-Mitchell, The Romance Studio, April 2005 "...Toni Leland has presented us with a sensitive, well written story. Her knowledge of horses and the people who care for them is impressive."
-Luvada White, Ohioana Quarterly, Fall 2004 "...this book took me on an exciting journey of how cutthroat the show world can be. Author Toni Leland did a wonderful job of developing the main characters....The reader goes on a roller coaster ride from start to finish....I recommend this book as a great way to relax between classes at a horse show, as it is easy to pick up right where you left off...."
-Rebecca, Horsemen's Yankee Pedlar, June 2004 Fun Read-great beach book!...The story builds satisfactorily with a nicely rounded group of secondary characters and a very believable villain."
-Beth Jennings, Invicta Farms, Hemet, CA on Amazon.com "Romance, horses, and a touch of mystery are a 'winning' combination in this novel by Toni Leland...The plot is fast-paced, the characters believable, and the setting interesting and informative...definitely a winner!"
-Reader from Akron, Ohio on Amazon.com "Any reader who likes horses, romance, and a touch of mystery will love Winning Ways...a setting which grasps and holds the reader's attention...This author knows her stuff!"
-a reviewer, romance reader, and writer, on Amazon.com "Incredible. I don't usually read romance novels...This one was outstanding. It followed the romance format, BUT, it had developed characters, and a real, keep-you-reading plot. In addition, the author knows her stuff. Her knowledge of the equine industry was clear. It was indeed a page turner. Easy to read, swiftly paced, and not a formula ending."
- Connecticut reader on Amazon.com "Winning Ways is both a spell-binding novel and a treasure trove of information about today's equestrian culture and industry. The novel is woven around an engaging plot, while romantic aspects are mature enough to engage [even masculine readers. From the first sentence, the reader knows that this is a writer well-versed in her subject matter....It's a rare talent that can inform about subject matter, while retaining the reader's intense interest to the very last line."
- California reader on Amazon.com "Winning Ways is a fast paced, enjoyable read, a satisfying romance spiced with intrigue. I enjoyed the accurate, detailed look at the joys of an accomplished, caring horsewoman contrasted with the dark culture of a few exhibitors who seek winning at any price."
- Kentucky reader on Amazon.com "...absolutely the most informative romance novel I have ever read....Details about the world of show horses continue to surface throughout the book. These tidbits are almost as spellbinding as the story itself. Wisdom and insight about America's equestrian culture is mixed through the narrative like oregano in an expertly prepared omelette. This is a plot-driven novel with romantic underpinnings that will appeal to the most discerning of masculine readers...."
- Robert Bennett, a mystery writer, on barnesandnoble.com Other Readers Had This To Say About WINNING WAYS: Connecticut
"I loved the book! The story was lovely and pure...I found myself not wanting to put it down, but to keep on going." Vermont
"...a lovely contribution to equestrian literature...an enjoyable read." California
"...enjoyed it...glad to see a horse oriented book...this is a winner." Ohio
"...you tapped into every woman's dream of being swept off her feet by a handsome prince!" Michigan
"...very enticing sensual and visual images! I enjoyed it very much." California
"...outstanding knowledge of subject matter." |