Review: 3.5 stars
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 08 16, 2012
Tucker's Crossing by Marina Adair is a sweet reunited lovers romance. Cody Tucker's return to Sweet Plains brings him face to face with Shelby Lynn Harris, the woman who broke his heart ten years ago.Shelby Lynn Harris and Cody Tucker have experienced more than their fair share of heartache in their lives. While both of them carry the wounds of their dysfunctional childhoods, Cody's was the most traumatic and he keeps his emotions and life tightly under control.Cody and Shelby Lynn's reunion is full of unresolved issues. Past betrayals continue to be a source of friction in their present day relationship. The tension between Cody and Shelby Lynn is intense with a lack of communication and trust playing a big role in their inability to move forward. There is so much internal and external conflict, it is almost exhausting to read. Their emotions fluctuate between love and hate, often in the same scene, which makes for some confusing reading.The secondary cast of characters is quite colorful and well drawn. Ms. Adair brings the town of Sweet Plains vividly to life. The glimpses of Cody's brothers are quite intriguing and I am looking forward to reading their stories. Equally fascinating is the relationship between Shelby Lynn's friend Gina and Sheriff Logan Miller and I am eager to see how their relationship plays out.All in all, Tucker's Crossing is an entertaining and sexy romance. It is a fabulous beginning to a promising new series and I cannot wait to see what Marina Adair has planned for the residents of Sweet Plains.I received a complimentary copy for review.