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Reviews of Lipsi's Daughter
This sweet romance, which follows a young Greek woman’s journey from a Greek island to mainland Greece to America, was a delight to read, with plenty of action and suspense. The Greek culture and its intricate variations are cleverly woven into the novel’s tapestry of human relations." - Marilyn Rouvelas, author of the bestseller "A Guide to Greek Traditions and Customs in America" ____________________________________________________ Lipsi's Daughter brings forth a fresh voice in an age-old world. The Greek characters spring to life with their hopes, dreams, and fears. Filled with important family values, educational ideals, and an underlying religious foundation, this story is sure to please young and old alike."-Constantine Papadakis, Ph.D., President, Drexel University ____________________________________________________ This superbly charactered and richly endowed bitter-sweet romance has all the right messages and morals that will warm the cockles of every Greek mother's heart. This is a story of an independent, strong willed young lady who challenges conventional norms, while maintaining her values. How relevant the message is for these turbulent times!- Joseph C. Keane, Hellenic Cultural Commission, AHEPAN Magazine Jan 2006 ____________________________________________________________
Ipatia Kouris has her life planned out, and it does not include marriage. She knows the world has more to offer an intelligent young woman than a relationship that fate can destroy on a whim. Her plan involves leaving the little island she lives on with her grandfather and going to Piraeus to obtain her education at a university. When Ipatia lands in harm’s way and is rescued by the strikingly handsome Tony Plakis, she experiences feelings she has never known and realizes there is more to life than merely existing. Although he is attracted to Ipatia, Tony is in a dilemma. He is torn between pleasing his ailing father who hopes he will marry another while running the family business, and listening to his heart which sings a song for Ipatia. Even after Tony and Ipatia agree on a melody, they must still dance with destiny, and destiny is a fierce keeper of secrets. Will Tony’s and Ipatia’s love survive or will time erase all the music of their hearts? Although Lipsi’s Daughter starts a little slowly, the story picks up quickly and unfolds into an enjoyable, albeit predictable romance. The scenery descriptions were exceptionally well written, especially that of Lipsi Island. Nearly all of the characters were appealing. Tony and Ipatia were the perfect couple. They played together as finely as a Stradivarius. Tony was the quiet and gentle loving suitor who would let nothing keep him away from the love of his life. Tony’s sister, Melissa, was one of the few characters who was not particularly attractive. Her personality was temperamental and childish, and the tale probably could have survived just as well without her. Still, one bad apple does not ruin a whole tree, and Lipsi’s Daughter remains a charming story. - Natasha, Romancereview.com _________________________________________________________ Ipatia Kouris is leaving Lipsi Island for Piraues to attend school. She’s both excited and frightened at the idea of leaving her homeland. The day before she’s supposed to leave, she goes into town to buy bread. On the way back she stops to read for a bit and let her donkey drink some water. When a snake frightens her, she’s saved by Tony but loses her book. A short time later, she runs into Tony again while trying to assist a mother and her hurt child. The attraction is immediate but Ipatia is shy and quiet. As life continues, the plot turns more complicated as Ipatia and Tony’s relationship continues and develops even though they are not always together. They know they're in love but an accident that Tony barely survives separates them again because Ipatia goes to America. And then there are other relationships between the two leads and other characters. Tony follows her to America but will Ipatia and Tony be together in the end? Patty Apostolides has written a romance that abounds with action and suspense while weaving vivid descriptions of the settings. This book is not only a romance but it intertwines family, religious and educational values. I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and recommend it to everyone who likes a romance that takes you away to other countries. - Melissa Alvarez, About.com _________________________________________________________________ I recently purchased one of your autographed books, Lipsi's Daughter. I just wanted to write and say that it was absolutly wonderful! I loved the story, the characters and the Greek setting! I would like to know if you have written any other books or if you are planning to write more. I would love to purchase these to read. Thank you again for writing such a beautiful novel! Vasia M.G. _________________________________________________________ I finished your book a few days ago and it was really a wonderful book. My daughter and I went to the beach for a week and I couldn't put it down. It was a great book and I didn't want it to end. Great job. - Marina P. _________________________________________________________ "This note is to tell you I just finished Lipsi's Daughter this morning. Yes there were tears (many of them). It is a very good work. The world needs works like this. You're going to make many people happy. I'm looking forward to your next work." - Mike H., Ohio ______________________________________________________ "What a fun book! A Great Cinderella feel good story! Good job!" - Kay N., Michigan ____________________________________________________________ "Enjoyed it very much - recommended it to several family members." - Debbie K., Ohio ______________________________________________________ "I couldn't put this book down until I read it all. It reminded me of the harbor in Kavala. I have loaned it to several friends at church and they loved it." - Pat P., South Carolina ______________________________________________________ "This first chapter is subtly enchanting. For those of us who have been to Greece, fallen in love with a place, a special place, or the whole country collectively and completely, the setting, the action, the characters are a delightful fleeting memory. Somehow, the tree, the water, the magical encounter between Ipatia and Tony open memories. I will not only recommend this book to EVERyone I know, I'm ordering copies for each of my three daughters to savor. Thank you, thank you, thank you. I want to read your poetry!" - Sophia K., Florida
: Patty Apostolides' novel, Lipsi's Daughter is a contemporary fairytale set on a Greek island. The year is 1988 and her grandfather, Christos, has raised Ipatia, now eighteen, since the age of eight. She is not the typical teenage girl. Instead of spending time with girlfriends, Ipatia has helped her grandfather on his farm. Her social life consists of visiting with neighbors and relatives. Christos has instilled "old world" values and manners in his granddaughter and believes Ipatia should soon marry. However, Ipatia stubbornly refuses to do her grandfather's bidding. She wants to go to college first, because she believes if she doesn't, then her opportunity for an education will be lost forever. _____________________________________________ |
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