Review: Lovely romance/mystery that makes me want to to go Sweden
Rating: 5 out of 5
Date: 10 21, 2012
Annika Holst, quintessential shy and retiring librarian, steps way out of her comfort zone when she sets out on a journey from New York to Sweden, her father's ancestral home. It is a bit of a roots journey for her, as her estranged father never spoke of his past. Annika figures she can put her research skills to good use while honoring her father's wish to bury his cremains in the old country.Unfortunately, her carry-on bag with her father's ashes is stolen at the airport in Stockholm.Enter FBI dashing agent Nick Costa, who plays good Samaritan while keeping his identity secret. He and his Swedish counterparts are on the hunt for treasure that went missing around about the time that Calle Host (a.k.a. Calle Maggnusson) disappeared from the country. Nick has been on his trail, and Annika's by extension, and is torn between his desire to protect the seemingly fragile woman and his suspicion that she's playing him and the authorities in order to keep the treasure for herself.Danger in the form of trashed hotel rooms and a dead body makes Annika question not only what she thought she knew of her father, but everyone around her, including Nick.Jenna's charming characters are a treat to follow, and the mystery will keep you guessing. Throw in the enchanting Swedish island setting and sweet romance, and you'll get lost in this fun and engaging read.  Definitely enjoyed it and recommend it to readers who'd like to know if librarians really do it quietly :)