Review: Historical Western Gem
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 07 6, 2013
This is book nine in the Western Escapes series of books from Decadent Publishing, set in Freewill, WY. A historical, set in 1876, this book tells the story of a widow who owns a saloon, and a man who would buy it from her.At first, the subterfuge is necessary. Rupert must make her believe he is anything other than what he is. His affect of a silly Englishman, set on buying Alice's saloon is endearing. Then, as you start to discover this isn't really Rupert's true self, you become as frustrated with the game as Alice is. Especially because the two begin to fall in love.But when you discover what his true motives are, there is a bit of anxiety about the moment when she will discover that he is there at cross-purposes, because of course, you've fallen in love right along with her, and you know her heart is going to tear in two when she finds out. A fantastic journey of love and loss, and a pair of lovers who have as much fun as they do fire. Thoroughly enjoyable read.