Review: A suspenseful story
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 03 27, 2012
McGee pens a taut, slow-burn thriller with "A Legacy of Lies." Jim Anderson works on a ranch in Montana and has an uncanny ability to calm a horse. Sarah Sanders is a guest at the ranch. Is Sarah the woman to stand by Jim when he finally confronts the legacy of lies his father has left him?"A Legacy of Lies" has a contemporary setting between Montana and Virginia. Sarah, a pre-med student, travels to Montana with her boyfriend, Clark, to take a break from her studies and unwind. While Sarah appreciates Clark's friendship, she is apprehensive about taking their relationship to the next level.Jim Anderson is a quiet ranch hand who keeps to himself. He has a natural way with horses, but the ranch foreman, Buddy, likes to give Jim a hard time when he can. Wanting an adventure, Sarah decides to accompany the ranch hands on the cattle run. When Jim and Sarah meet, the sparks ignite between them. Sarah wars with her emotions since she's there as a guest of Clark's.McGee weaves a complicated suspense effortlessly, using four main perspectives to tell the story. The author also uses a good economy of words to paint vivid pictures of the setting in the reader's mind. The dialogue brings a nice authenticity to the characters. The author has done her research regarding horses and it shines through in the story.The most rewarding aspect of the novel is the characterization. Sarah is a young woman who has accepted the Lord into her life. She still has to face tough choices with dignity and respect. Jim is still searching for a sense of inner peace. Sarah inspires Jim to search his soul. In that regard, Jim's growth is very rewarding. The inspirational message will resonate with readers long after they've finished the story.The romance is 'sweet,' with the characters sharing a kiss or a two and several tender embraces. "A Legacy of Lies" is a slow building suspense, full of twists and turns that will keep the reader wondering what will happen next.