Sidney Sheldon's The Tides of Memory

rec'd as promised

Alexia is the Home Secretary in England but she is not very popular. She is known as being a cold woman who will do what it takes to reach the top. Her daughter Roxie tried to commit suicide after her mother told her that the guy she was in love with was not for her and sent him away. Now Roxie is in a wheelchair for the rest of her life. Michael is Alexia's son with Teddy, her husband from a good English family. Michael tries to keep the peace between Roxie and their mother as best he can.This was a good story, but not as good a Sidney Sheldon is normally. There were some pretty unbelievable parts, there were so many just bad characters, but it did keep me turning pages so I rounded up to a 4 star.

I was so sad when Sidney Sheldon died, not only for his family, but for all of his readers. I started reading him back in the early 70's with his book Other Side of Midnight, and every time he had a new one out, I couldn't wait to buy it. Years later I realized Other Side was NOT his first book but Naked Face was. I enjoyed that also, but nothing got me hooked like that first book Other Side of Midnight. I have enjoyed all his other books (or so I thought) and while I am a VERY slow reader and not enough time.. I would finish his books WAY too soon!!!When I noticed this book offered for 2.99, I thought, no there must be a mistake..he couldn't have written that.. then noticed the name Tilly Bagshwe listed as other author. Confused, but started reading, then was REALLY confused. This is SIDNEY SHELDON!!! As far as I could tell, I guess they found some unpublished transcripts and along with Tilly published them. You won't be disappointed!! My only sadness in this is that once the transcripts are done with.. well, won't think about that.. have to go search for any OTHER books!!!

Sadly, it has become common that when a famous and prolific author passes on, the family comission a new author to continue the series. Often it doesn't work well; I mean, how can it? Those authors acheived that level of readership and success because they were who they were. There are exceptions, of course. Ace Atkins is doing an amazing and well-received job with Robert Parker's Spencer series. And Tilly Bagshawe is astounding as the continuer of Sidney Sheldon's Memories of... series.In Tides of Memory, Bagshawe once again takes on an epic story, full of sex, family mishaps, governmental interference, etc.... the stuff of legend for Sheldon. He has been referred to as the creator of the Romance/Thriller category and, as such, there is no one better to carry on the torch than Bagshawe who's own successes in both fields justifies the decision.This story also reminds me of another great epic family author, namely Jeffrey Archer. Storylines and plots are similar, endings equally fulfilling. If you're a fan of Archer, or even the latest tomes from Ken Follett, then you should definitely pick up a copy of any of Bagshawe's works on behalf of Sidney Sheldon.

This is a real thriller, not overdone, but definitely believable. Things happen very quickly and because they do, some of the characters are not developed. No worries, you will find out who they are and how they connect to each other and the plot near the end in the revelation. The major characters are not necessarily admirable types, but such types do exist_ those that are selfish, power-hungry, rich, self-centered, happy-go-lucky, bitter, revengeful, as well as loving and protective. Many of the characters have secrets, devastating secrets which comprise the plot centered around families that "put on a happy face," but who are actually involved in murder, deceit, and twisted love. This book keeps you guessing. Just when you think you've figured out the "Who done it" parts, there is another twist in the plot which keeps you on edge. The ending was a total surprise.

I have always enjoyed Sidney Sheldon's books. I have read most of them when Mr Sheldon was alive and those that Tilly Bagshawe has written.However I find foul language unacceptable and not necessary. This is one of the main reasons that will give me pause when considering another book.The storyline is very good with a nice little twist at the end. We all know that bad language is more prevalent in todays society than say twenty or thirty years ago. But what are we teaching the youth who come after us as prospective writers. Despite all of that, I enjoyed the characters in the book. Alexia is a strong women, many of us can see her mirrored in todays women in Parliament. Terry is a typical upper crust Brit who doesn't have a clue about the real world. Fans of Mr Sheldon will enjoy this book and hopefully more writers will come forward with this type of talent.

I don't have time to write a full review but I can say I enjoyed this book. I have read all of Sidney Sheldon's books and Tilly did a nice job of following his style. I did find it a bit predictable and the moment she alluded to one small fact I figured out the rest of the story. I didn't mind so much because it was entertaining. It was like watching a good B movie. Up until the point I figured out the end I did read straight through and stayed up until 2AM. I enjoyed how easy it was to read and the pace, pretty fast.

Just finished this book and liked it. Since I can no longer have Sidney Sheldon books, this is a good second best. This woman writes in his style. Ordinarily that would fall under copy cat in my book, but I have to give it to her, she is pretty good.Some of you might think she is great. Sidney Sheldon happens to be my favorite author, so I am a bit more critical. I also have this terrible thing about figuring out "who done it", way before the end of the book, so that took a little away from this book for me.Overall good book.

Exceptional as alwayAs now on to the next one for our holiday husband also reading your books he is hooked also we will be on a cruise so sat up on deck reading away hope the next one is as good

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This book is full of surprises from beginning to end......sure to keep your attention. Sheldon is a master at his craft!

I just dont get why sidney sheldon novels are not put to movies?Each and every novel is lucid and exceptionally well written

Like all of his books this is an unputdownable story that keeps you guessing until the end. So many twists and turns