A little bit about what you'll find reviewed here

A little bit about what you'll find reviewed on this blog: I believe the best books involve characters you wish you could read more about long after the book is finished. Recently, I've been searching for hidden gems from the past. I read mostly fiction, and I'm a bit of a prude. I don't normally enjoy books with sex or excessive language.

Who I am:
I am a stay at home mother of two wonderful girls. I enjoy reading (of course), sewing, cross stitching, photography and writing. I live in the high desert portion of Washington (which I didn't know existed until my husband and I decided to move here) and have really enjoyed my time out here. I am excited to see what God has next in store for my life!

Wednesday, January 28, 2015

Nightshade (Discarded Heroes #1) - Ronie Kendig

This is one of those authors that I love.  I know I can pick up one of her books and be faced with some hardcore reading sessions.  While this series is a few years old, I was able to pick all four books up for a decent price and thought now would be a good time to start it.  This is the first book in the series with Digitalis, Wolfsbane and Firethorn following.

Max's life is falling apart.  He has some serious anger issues and it's cost him big time. His wife has separated from him and he wonders if things can ever be good again.  He's approached to be part of an elite, secret force of men, discarded heroes, that go in and right the wrongs in the world.  Their existence is a secret and it needs to remain that way.

Sydney still loves her husband, but his anger has made her scared.  She's urged him to seek help many times, but lets his pride get in the way.  When she gets the chance to work on a human interest story, she jumps at the chance, not knowing that she's trying to find Max's team.  She also finds out that she's putting her life in danger in the process. Add in the unwanted attentions of a co-worker and a baby on the way, and Sydney's life is a mess.

Jon is a missionary in the Philippine jungles when trouble arises.  The danger hits a little too close to home, and he ends up on the run with his wife and daughter.  It soon becomes clear that they need to get out of there, but it's not going to be easy.  Jon's faith will be tested, and sometimes he feels unequal to the task.  Getting out will require the efforts of Max's team.

I really liked this book.  You really get a great look into these people's personalities and feel their struggles.  Be aware everyone doesn't make it to the end.  I normally don't like books where too many people die, but I didn't have problems with this one.  You also get a nice setup for the next book in the series, Digitalis.  It centers around Cowboy, who becomes a great friend to Max in this book.  It's up next on my Kindle, and I can't wait! Good Book!


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