Between The Pages - Shadows Of Doubt

Shadows of Doubt 

Patricia McAlexander 

April 2021 

Former grade school bully and, later, amateur drug dealer Jeff Hudson turns his life around and is pursuing a degree in agriculture. His future, as well as a budding relationship with fellow student Sandy Harris, is threatened when a former dealer threatens to expose Jeff's past to university authorities if he doesn't rejoin the ring. 

Realizing that Jeff is no longer an angry, misunderstood boy, Sandy must take a stand against her family and friends who swear he is no good and will only cause her unhappiness. Together, can they escape the past in order to forge a future? 

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An interesting sweet and emotional romance. You’ll root for Sandy and Jeff. Jeff has a shady past with school fights and dealing drugs, but he has changed and is making a better life for himself. Sandy is good for Jeff, supportive and loving. There is family drama on both sides, which adds to the enjoyment of the read. The drama is heightened with Jeff going undercover, and a jealous friend, which leads to a surprising twist. This story is all about the well-developed characters and their growth. 

Rating 

5 Stars

Between The Pages - Stranger In The Storm

Stranger In The Storm 

Patricia McAlexander 

June 2020 

After she discovers the abusive side of his personality, Janet Mitchell leaves Jack Dexter, the professor who swept her off her feet. Will she discover the same darkness in Wes, the handsome young man who rescues her during a hurricane? 

Years ago, Wes Corbett vowed not to get romantically involved again, fearing anyone close to him might be harmed by his brother William, a born criminal. Now, as he weathers the storm with Janet, their mutual attraction becomes clear. Can he keep that vow—even though he knows William is on the loose and may be headed directly for them? 

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A wonderful romance thriller. This story is filled with twists, turns, and suspense. The author presents a well-developed plot with interesting characters and action. While you’ll want to dislike the villain, he’s a vital character in this story, adding family drama and growth for the main characters. The budding relationship between Janet and Wes is sweet and their trust in each other is touching. This book is perfect for a lazy day read when you want to get lost in a story of romance and suspenseful action. 

Rating 

4.5 Stars

Between The Pages - Cherokee Summer

Cherokee Summer
Susan Antony
January 2019

When Ace leaves home to spend the summer in Cherokee, North Carolina the last thing she expects to find is a boyfriend—until she meets Cherokee Tribe member John Spears. As Ace and John's friendship blossoms, they find their life experiences mirror each other and they fall in love. Despite hurdles thrown by well-meaning family members and jealous frenemies, the star-crossed lovers remain committed to their mutual belief that the universe has drawn them together. However, when Ace sends John a strange text and then suddenly disappears, the two must rely on their trust in each other to save both their lives and their love. 

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A sweet young adult romance. In the beginning I didn’t know this was a young adult story or the age of the main characters, however, the author draws you in with a skilled craft of scene visualization. A well-written descriptive voice places the reader in every emotional scene. Ace and John are strong leading characters. They both have a huge amount of family drama, but they still maintain bonded to their families. There is also an interesting cast of secondary characters. The author taps into the native culture which provides the reader a nice look into historical rituals. This book is packed with emotion and includes a dramatic action scene near the ending. An enjoyable story.

Rating 
4 Stars