Not only because the poor Irish immigrant is happily married, but because through his dying wife Bria, Emma discovers ways to make her own life more meaningful. This is not a story about adultery. Shay is too much in love with Bria to consider such a thing. But it is about how loving someone makes one more complete, more in touch, more giving. I had a strong sense of satisfaction at the end of this novel.
Anthologies continue to be very popular.
For many authors it is a boon to be carried on the coattails of a popular writer. Led by Brenda Joyce and joined by Connie Brockway, Cait Logan and Stephanie Mittman, the theme is clear, and each story has its own voice. Joyce leads off with the traditional. Supposedly he's killed several men, rustled cattle and other unsavory activities. But Emily, a schoolteacher, isn't so quick to judge a book by its cover.