THE OBSERVATORY

This is a classic boy-meets-girl story set on Long Island in a functioning observatory. A subplot involves the difficult relationship of two twins who are practically strangers. Our heroine is the unglamorous twin, who falls in love while staying at her sister's house following a tragic accident. While lacking intensity the story is believable. In a pleasing voice, narrator Linda Stephens presents the characters in a straightforward, plodding fashion. Her presentation is appropriate to a story of mature love. This tape is recommended for romance lovers who favor tales about realistic middle-aged protagonists, rather than passionate young lovers. D.L.G. (c) AudioFile 2002, Portland, Maine [Published: APR/MAY 02]