Review: The Isle of Where? by Sue Brown
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 08 28, 2013
When Liam's best friend, Alex, of 'The Isle of Where?' by Sue Brown, dies, he sends his friend on a trip to the most unlikely place that Liam could think of, to scatter his ashes, to heal, and to find love. Liam doesn't understand why Alex would send him there, but, as his last expression of the brotherly love they shared, he goes. Trying not to question the logic of it, Liam dutifully sets upon a journey which he hopes will lead to a better life, and someone special to share it with.Liam is an amazing person. Being a caregiver for a terminally ill person is draining, but Liam does it without hesitation. It's plain to see why he is physically and emotionally exhausted when he gets to his destination. Liam is distraught and grieving and desperately needs to find his balance. Liam is quiet and shy. It adds to his charm. He's witty and sexy as well. He doesn't quite know what to think of him, but Sam quickly endears himself to Liam. He's not a pushover though; Liam quickly lets him know that even though Sam likes to take over in most things, it's simply not going to happen in bed. When Liam makes love to Sam, the real magic begins. Regardless of their short acquaintance, they blend together in a very special way.Sam is a natural born caregiver. Acting as Liam's Knight in Shinning Armor, he rushes in to help Liam when he truly needs someone to take care of him for a change. Although he can be quite overwhelming, Sam is a great person who really does care about Liam. Sam gains Liam's trust for everything other than his ability to drive. Sam is the world's worst driver and it is common knowledge, particularly in his family; it makes him the brunt of many jokes and no one wants to ride with him. Sam takes it all in stride, in fact, he takes almost everything in stride other than his ex-boyfriend who was horrid to him. Since his family lives on the Isle, everyone knows Sam and, as in all small towns, everything about him. Being such a private person, Liam is a bit befuddled by this, but finds it intriguing that people give him a lot of leeway because of it. Even though theirs is a whirlwind affair, by the end of his stay, Liam and Sam know that it's not going to be their last time together.This book is very British, as demonstrated in the lyrical writing and special humor of the characters; I found it to be absolutely delightful and, of course, befitting of the locality. Sam and Liam are fascinating men with eccentric, but unique personalities; they are charming fellows with big hearts, who grow to love each other with an intensity most of us never find. Seeing the Isle, its customs, people, and places, through Liam and Sam's eyes is quite interesting and informative. I recommend this book to anyone who likes a heart-felt, endearing love story which takes place in an unordinary place, with a bittersweet, but happy ending. I look forward to reading the sequel. Thanks, Sue, for the charmingly emotional story.  Originally published at Rainbow Book Reviews.