Review: Mixed bag of genres
Rating: 3 out of 5
Date: 06 20, 2011
(I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bookrooster, for this review) This is a book I ummed and ahhed about, it was like a ship caught between the shore, the reef and the open seas. It was as if the author had sailed into the wrong waters. It wasn't the writing, that was alright barring the fact some of the narrative could have been a little more genuine (write what you know about is sometimes fair advice). The story is a mystery but wanders into the realms of a romance with steamy scenes, then to crime, it was as if the author hadn't resigned herself to the genre she has picked...or perhaps is still searching for the one she will be best at. I think a good romantic story with some spicy elements would be just right. As it is the book leaves the reader a little confused as it flits from one thing to the other and the story suffers, which makes it seem mediocre at times. Candi and Lukes storyline could have been a book on it's own without confusing the issue with Jolenes troubles. I think this author has a good book in her...she just hasn't picked the right genre...yet. However anyone looking for a uncomplicated crime with a love story might just like this little story.My Sister's Keeper