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Keeper of the Light (The Keeper Trilogy, 1) Paperback – March 29, 2011

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Dr. Olivia Simon is on duty in the emergency room of North Carolina's Outer Banks Hospital when a gunshot victim is brought in. Midway through the desperate effort to save the young woman's life, Olivia realizes who she is—Annie O'Neill. The woman Olivia's husband, Paul, is in love with.

When Annie dies on the operating table, she leaves behind three other victims. Alec O'Neill, who thought he had the perfect marriage. Paul, whose fixation on Annie is unshakable. And Olivia, who is desperate to understand the woman who destroyed her marriage.

Now they are left with unanswered questions about who Annie really was. And about the secrets she kept hidden so well.
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Diane Chamberlain is the bestselling author of twenty novels, including The Midwife's Confession and The Secret Life of CeeCee Wilkes. Diane lives in North Carolina and is currently at work on her next novel. Visit her Web site at www.dianechamberlain.com and her blog at www.dianechamberlain.com/blog and her Facebook page at www.facebook.com/Diane.Chamberlain.Readers.Page.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ MIRA; Reissue edition (March 29, 2011)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 512 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0778329542
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0778329541
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 15.7 ounces
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.4 x 1.38 x 8.26 inches
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Diane Chamberlain is the New York Times, USA Today and (London) Sunday Times best-selling author of 27 novels. The daughter of a school principal who supplied her with a new book almost daily, Diane quickly learned the emotional power of story. Although she wrote many small “books” as a child, she didn’t seriously turn to writing fiction until her early thirties when she was waiting for a delayed doctor’s appointment with nothing more than a pad, a pen, and an idea. She was instantly hooked.

Diane was born and raised in Plainfield, New Jersey and lived for many years in both San Diego and northern Virginia. She received her master’s degree in clinical social work from San Diego State University. Prior to her writing career, she was a hospital social worker in both San Diego and Washington, D.C, and a psychotherapist in private practice in Alexandria, Virginia, working primarily with adolescents.

More than two decades ago, Diane was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis, which changed the way she works: She wrote two novels using voice recognition software before new medication allowed her to get back to typing. She feels fortunate that her arthritis is not more severe and that she’s able to enjoy everyday activities as well as keep up with a busy travel schedule.

Diane lives in North Carolina with her significant other, photographer John Pagliuca, and their odd but lovable Shetland Sheepdog, Cole.

Please visit Diane's website at www.dianechamberlain.com for her event schedule and for more information on her newest novel, Big Lies in a Small Town, as well as a complete list of her books.

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As a lover of lighthouses, the title of this book attracted me. What I got was a 500-page soap opera. I continued to read, hoping for the end, which took forever to come. I think the moral of this story, if there is one, is that nothing is quite what it seems. The woman who dies at the beginning of the book is nearly risen to sainthood by all who know her. Turns out, the old light keeper, Mary, is the one who really knew Annie best, along with all of her dirty little secrets. Annie was certainly no saint. Olivia, the wronged wife, is the only sympathetic character here. Her husband, who was besotted with Annie, is a total jerk who deserved everything he got. Annie's unwitting husband, who comes across as totally clueless, shows a little more character at the end. I was hoping to hear more from the old lighthouse keeper, but she did hold an important role as the one who tied it all together. If you like high family drama, small-town politics and emotion-wringing, this book is for you. I can't believe it took 500+ pages to tell this story. Could have been half the length.
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Conehead
5.0 out of 5 stars very interesting read
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2023
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Some very unexpected twists & turns. Engaging characters, well written, kept me guessing. I really like reading Diane Chamberlain’s books!
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Allegra Giorno
4.0 out of 5 stars Wish I could make it 4.5.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2014
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I would give this book a 4.5 if possible. It was a good story, an easy and pleasurable read. I have only recently begun reading some of Diane Chamberlain's books; I have found them a bit "uneven" - but never "bad". Some I like more than others. Some plots feel a bit "contrived" - but still a decent read -- and some rise to the top. This one was a really interesting read. I felt that the friendship that develops between the the doctor and Annie's daughter is just a bit too easy (as are some of the other relationships that develop). However, if you can make that leap (and it was easy for me - it's fiction!), the book is a really good read. Even with a (very few) flaws, I recommend this for a good afternoon with a hot cup of tea and an easy chair!
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L. Johnson
5.0 out of 5 stars Chamberlain's books keep you going.
Reviewed in the United States on September 6, 2012
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This is the second book by this author I've read. I get these books to read when I want to just relax and not think a lot but be entertained. The plot is very good--you get real character development and the characters are real. While this might be categorized as a "romance," it is not your typical romance. Chamberlain deals with themes of marital breakup and betrayal, and the way that she writes the story leaves mysteries lurking in the background until the end. You are kept in a state of anticipation, and always want to get back to the story. You learn a little about yourself by the way that you react to the various characters in this story, none of whom are perfect and some of whom do pretty bad things. Chamberlain writes at a level many notches above your typical romance or paperback fiction author, so for those of you who have a brain but want a book to relax and be entertained, I would highly recommend this and other books by this author.
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Karen Lemmon
5.0 out of 5 stars Awesome story!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2021
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I just love all Diane Chamberlain 's novels. She writes in a way that you feel like your an onlooker in the story. The character development is superb. For me all her novels have been stories, I do not want to put down. Twists turns and romance this story has it all. Thank you Ms Chamberlain for another awesome read!
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3.0 out of 5 stars Lighthouse, see glass, ocean lure
Reviewed in the United States on November 8, 2012
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This is a tough one. It's hard to make up my mind about its value. At some points it's really spell binding; at others it's mundane and rather boring. Some chapters allow me to see and enjoy the beautiful stained glass art work and the sea glass beckons all kinds of contemplation and meditation; at other times it's overdone and really quite boring. I like Alec in some chapters and in others see him as a real wimp. Paul is crazy and mixed up and a very real wimp. Mary is a delight as she describes her days and love as lighthouse keeper. Good job Diane Chamberlain but not your best. I'd give it 3 stars .
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Diane
4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book.
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2011
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I just recently finished this book and really enjoyed it.

The characters in this book really draw you in. Annie O'Neill was a local stained-glass artist, married to Alec with two children, Lacey and Clay. She is highly respected and loved in her community due to her compassionate nature.

Olivia, an ER physician, comes home from work one night and tells her husband, Paul, of Annie's death. Paul becomes anxious and upset. He eventually leaves Olivia. He has been in love with Annie and infatuated with her for years. Olivia becomes obsessed with Annie and her life and tries to understand her husband's desire for this woman, though Annie herself had her own family.

As Olivia delves into Annie's life, she gets to know and become important to Alec and his children. The secrets eventually come out that have been kept for years and which change everyone's life.

It's a book that grabs you right from the start.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Sad story
Reviewed in the United States on June 8, 2023
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Interesting, well developed characters with lots of secrets. Very believable and sad at times. Never really know someone no matter how much you love them...
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Molly
5.0 out of 5 stars an amazing story!
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2018
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every so often I find a book I cannot put down and this was the book! Great characters, a story set in one of my favorite places (the Outer Banks) and a great mixture of romance with a little mystery. Mary Poor sounds like she was a salty character with a love for Annie that could never be doubted. I’m looking forward to book 2
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Catherine Olsen
5.0 out of 5 stars Delivery on time
Reviewed in Canada on June 19, 2021
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5.0 out of 5 stars Grabbed my attention
Reviewed in Australia on December 6, 2019
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This story holds onto you long after reading it. The characters are so well developed that you sense a strong connection with them and their journey. The authors ability to connect the characters to each other is also a wonder and surprising journey. Love it...
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S. Bonk
3.0 out of 5 stars Keeper of the Light (The Keeper of the Light Trilogy - Book 1)
Reviewed in Germany on October 18, 2014
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D. Chamberlain ist eine gute Erzählerin. In diesem Roman wirkt sie nicht so überzeugend wie sonst. Die jeweils unterschiedliche Besessenheit der Personen kommt manchmal ziemlich verkrampft rüber.
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Andrea Smith
5.0 out of 5 stars Keeps you interested until the very end
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 14, 2014
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This is the third Diane Chamberlain book I have read and it did not disappoint.

The characters are not perfect, but enough detail is given for the reader to be able to relate to them - or at least feel sorry for them. Well, almost all of them!

The story line is good, enough twists in the story to keep the novel enjoyable from beginning to end.

The book flows nicely, without pages and pages of flowery description which can sometimes be yawn-inducing. I am tempted to say it's an easy read, but I think that doesn't really do the book justice. It's easy to lose yourself in, let's put it that way. There's plenty of scope for the reader to develop his/her own conclusions about the characters and the events that unfold.

I thought the ending was very symbolic, and very fitting.

I would recommend both the book and the author to anyone looking for a gripping read.
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Lise MacDougall
3.0 out of 5 stars Three Stars
Reviewed in Canada on July 8, 2018
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It wasn't her best but it was good.
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