Review: Keeps getting better and better
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 01 16, 2014
Note: I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest reviewMy Review: After an injury leaves him paralyzed, Drew MacLaren is convinced he has to set his dreams aside. He's in love with Tess, the quiet daughter of a Rancher, but won't ask for her hand until he can walk again. Tess believes she's the only one who can help him, and she's determined to be there for him, even when he pushes her away. When Drew's job forces him to return to the site of his crippling injury, he discovers danger still lurks within the Colorado town.Stronger Than the Rest is the fourth book in The MacLarens of Fire Mountain Series. While I can't say it's my favorite (because I couldn't possibly choose between them), I can say this is by far the most complex and fast-paced story of them all. This book is non-stop action, passionate romance, and heart-clutching danger all rolled into one amazing package. It's definitely a page-turner! With the introduction of a cold-hearted, greedy villain who will destroy anyone to get what he wants, the tension oozes from every page. There are characters who aren't who they seem to be, and a mysterious spy working behind the scenes. In the midst of all this danger, there's a romance brewing between Drew and Tess. Drew struggles with the fear that he isn't good enough for the woman he loves while trying to do the job he has set out to do.Drew is a courageous, honorable character, and it's no wonder. The entire MacLaren family is made up of unforgettably unique characters I can't get enough of. I love the way this family bands together and supports each other in any situation. I've mentioned this in my reviews of previous books, but it's worth mentioning again--there is something very special about this series, and it isn't just the romance. If you're a romance lover, you'll enjoy the blossoming love that develops in each MacLaren novel. If romance isn't your thing, there's enough action and intrigue to keep you engaged (particularly in books three and four). If you're a reader who wants to discover an entire family of characters you can fall in love with, this is the series for you. It's the family that makes this series truly special. There's a feeling of love--not just romantic love, but love between brothers, love between parents and children, love for the land, love for your neighbors--the kind of real, enduring love that's missing from many romance novels I've read. These are characters who are often flawed, but have strong work ethics and solid moral values. They embrace fun and family while enduring tragedy and sharing tears.This series is a definite favorite I will read over and over again.