Review: Too short for the amount of storyline
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 07 8, 2014
Note from the author: While the cost of this 50-page short story might seem high at $2.99, proceeds from the sale will be donated to this nonprofit organization: Hero Dogs.As an introduction to her new series, I felt Melton should have really written this as a full novel. There was so much material and avenues of storyline that needed further development and exploration. I expected the story to move fast. It also carries a strong message with powerfully lasting effects. Both main characters had their individual story to tell, along with the building relationship between each other. In trying to tell the whole story so quickly, much of it felt lost in the rush to justice.It’s classic Marliss Melton with the SEAL hook glaring readers in the face and drawing your full attention to the heartbreaking and genuinely real impact of the plot. But sadly because of the shortness, it had very little depth. I hated that fact because Tyler alone deserved more. I definitely needed more of the building relationship, the heat of romance, and additional insight into Tyler’s years as a Navy SEAL before his career-ending injury.There was a sneak peek at the members of Echo Platoon that will continue their stories in upcoming installments in Melton’s new series. Even here, I felt a bit slighted and took away nothing solid or revealing.Yes, it was well-written and a good teaser – but disappointing in that I expected and needed a more complete picture all the way around.