A very enjoyable reading experience.
587781
I did not realize this novel was going to be classified as romantic suspense.  That is my fault for not paying more attention.  It turned out that I was very pleasantly surprised and now have a high regard for the writing talents of B. J. Daniels.  The mystery aspects have good depth of plotting which engaged my desire to solve the puzzle set before me added to a really nice romance.  When you add in the descriptions of the locale around Beartooth, Montana, and the people who populate that small town it made for a thoroughly enjoyable reading experience.

The story begins when Rylan West returns to Beartooth after eleven years of failing to find peace and contentment any longer on the rodeo circuit.  His return adds to the trauma of having the local sheriff begin to re-investigate the death of Rylan's sister Ginny all those years ago.  Destry Grant was in love with Rylan and expected to marry and spend the rest of her life with him.  Having her brother Carson suspected of being involved in Ginny's death tore the two lovers apart.  Even though no proof existed to allow Carson to be arrested, most people in that small town tried and convicted him in their minds.  Now Carson has been called back to Beartooth by his father and all the old wounds have been reopened.  Except now......what will happen when Destry and Rylan put aside their differences long enough to try to find clues overlooked before?

I would certainly recommend this novel to anyone who likes to solve puzzles because the author has presented a whole slew of them.  Small towns are just like their larger counterparts, secrets abound and most people will go to great lengths to keep them hidden.  The people who populate this particular small town are deftly drawn and feel and act like real, natural people.  Not necessarily all good and not necessarily all bad.  There was one time when I really began to feel I knew what was going to happen only to have the author turn away in another direction and I knew I was wrong.  This story was very well plotted and executed.  And I can be really picky too!  The romantic element is wonderfully played out over the entire length of the story.  Destry and Rylan have many problems from the past they need to work through and they do that in a realistic manner which made me want to cheer.  All too often an author will force characters to act in ways which just make me cringe, but these two did not rely on sex to solve all their problems.  There is, in fact, only one intimate encounter which the author writes in such a way as to leave the reader the opportunity to fill in their own imaginings.  I will definitely be investigating more novels written by this author.&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Redemption/dp/0373777574/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Redemption</a>&nbsp;is one I'm going to check out next.
4254504
Loved the whole experience that is described throughout the entire book, including the new experiences the reader learns and undergoes. Enjoyed everything and would like to read more.
2299507
I very much enjoyed this book, I know it was intended for a younger reader but it is was a real delight to read.
3232458
I read t his a while ago but my lasting impression is of good humor,clever dialogue and a fscinating character. Very enjoyable. A pleasure to read.
1236592
Engrossing and wonderful experience. Believable people and characters you can visualize and live the adventure with them. Very enjoyable time reading this series.
2967865
I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book, it was a fun, delightful, and a insightful read. Filled with a wealth of information, with the enjoyment of being entertained at the same time.

This book took me, yes me a man through a field of emotions. As i began to read it was humorous, then it just got interesting, as I began to feel as though I was in a relationship counseling session all while being introduced to the bible in a whole different light.

Then to see the view from each of the characters point of view was a delight in it self, how brilliant of the author to allow that for her readers was surely delightful.

Ok, won't spoil the the ending, but that...

A. F. Cardwell
359397
Very enjoyable reading.  Well written, with characters practically all people can relate to. The kind of book one would like to read again.  I am recommending it to all my friends, and look forward to reading more books by Alretha Thomas.
3759279
An interesting story.  I enjoyed the reading.
3496107
The author did a fantastic job a juggling a slew of genres in one storyline. The love, action, betrayal, enticing travel destinations and cuisine all mixed to a fine perfection. The author makes you visualize the scenes with her fine descriptive talent and expertise in the subject matter. Over- all a very delightful reading experience.
1585718
Just magical! A great reading experience. It seemed real, and I found that I was entertained more than I ever had been. now where's the sequel?????
4745736
Enjoyed the characters and true feel of the experience this book gave. Human aspects were well described and kept me reading.
532528
A very enjoyable read that has original material for it's date
4555999
I had a good time reading this book. In fact, I had a hard time putting it down. In the real world things are not always black and white. Dan Thompson explores that reality in "Ships of My Fathers." While not a deeply intellectual piece of science fiction like you might get reading a novel by Arthur C. Clark, this book left me with same sense of enjoyment I find reading the earlier books by Heinlein. In the end, I found myself caring about even some of the more minor characters in the book. I sure hope that Dan Thompson writes more in his planned series as I am looking forward to seeing how Michael and his Uncle Hans continue to develop their relationship.
2787988
Easy to read and very enjoyable, would highly recommend
1313964
A very pleasant and informative reading experience indeed. Calls to mind  the line: "there is no frigate like a book to take us lands away."
1191052
Even though this is my first Walter Mosley read, I knew him as a mystery writer, who has received many accolades. Therefore, I decided to make this book my introduction to him. Luckily, it was a very nice experience, since I got more than I bargained for. The novel really starts out as a work of literature (in the literary fiction sense), exploring the life of an old man in his nineties, who is suffering from dementia and has been all but abandoned by his family. In walks a charming teenager, who starts taking care of him and provides him with the will to live his remaining days in dignity, no matter how long it lasts.

The relationship between the two main characters is extremely interesting, and uplifting. There are also certain erotic undertones that show how important this aspect is for humanity, even at en elderly stage of ones life. Then, when Ptolemy decides to undergo an experimental treatment to be lucid and enjoy his newly found will to fully experience the remainder of his days, the element of mystery is added to the mix. He starts investigating the true facts beside the drive-by shooting of Reggie, his great-nephew, who was the one taking care of him until his demise.

The novel flows effortlessly for most of the read, and it is a very enjoyable experience. It has definitely piqued my interest in reading more works by this author.
1020142
This was a good book and I enjoyed reading it.