Book Reviews
"Beyond
All Desiring is a beautiful story written by a talented
Judith Laura. The plot has several twists and turns that kept this
reader involved. Ms. Laura has a flair for giving each character a
distinct voice. Well done! I highly recommend Beyond
All Desiring to fans of fiction.” —Debra Gaynor,
ReviewYourBook.com
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"Beyond All Desiring is a terrific read, an unusual book
about an unusual woman."—Internet Book List
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"...sexual desire does play a significant role in Beyond All
Desiring.... This exposure to alternative lifestyles shouldn't
be a deterrent, though, for anyone looking to read a good, easy
read, especially since sex and relationships aren't the only
elements prominent in the book. Also a common thread...was
perception and the need to achieve fulfilment 'beyond all
desiring'.... the book is a good read."—Robin M. Buehler,The
Compulsive Reader
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“It's a good book, with strong characters driving it.”—Rachel
Pollack, award-winning author of Godmother Night
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“What do we really know about anyone's life? What are the
secrets of ordinary lives? Beyond All Desiring gives us an
ordinary life described with extraordinary vision and compassion. I
enjoyed the book enormously.” —Barbara Ardinger, author of
Quicksilver Moon and Pagan Every Day.
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About the Book
Sara has secrets, some kept
since she was a girl. When Sara's niece, Janice, is notified that
her sharp-witted aunt, now in her 80s, hasn't been seen for several
days, Janice's panicky drive to find out what's happened begins our
journey of discovering that Sara has led a life very different from
what her relatives and friends assume. Historical events form a
backdrop to Sara's often tumultuous personal life, which we follow
from Trenton, NJ, to Washington, D.C. As Sara visits an art museum
exhibit about Buddhism, we learn of her two marriages—the first to
an abusive man and the second to a kind man who was involved in
top-secret projects and who develops a bizarre illness. We discover
her long but secret love relationship with a woman. And we learn of
hidden booklets which hold the key to yet another secret.
Stylistically innovative, Beyond All Desiring is realistic and
magical, erotic and spiritual. It gives us a rare look into the
heart of a woman who was "different" in a time of conformity, and
who ultimately made a big difference in the lives of those close to
her.
Praise for Judith
Laura's previous novel:
"Three Part Invention is highly recommended as a moving and emotional
novel" – Midwest Book Review
"Windows opening into the intimate lives of the characters, and with
the world and attitudes around them . . . . I knew it was a good book
because when it ended I wanted more.” –
Marione Thompson-Helland, The
Beltane Papers "Fabulous book" – Marie Logan, Project Muse
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