I usually really like Carla Kelly books, especially her older stories, but this one wasn't as good. I think it may have been just too long. I would say the first two-thirds were perfect, but the last third, whew! In fact, it may have been almost a 5 star if Ms. Kelly hadn't decided to throw everything and the kitchen sink at this couple. The heroine goes from being brave and smart to brave and stupid. The hero went from being involved and caring to just absent. And the brother-in-law villian was suddenly trusted again and welcomed into the family. The kids were cute and wise beyond their years, which is okay...usually.
That said, it did keep me up last night til it was finished, Ms. Kelly's writing is always superb, and there was no doubt that there is a happily ever after for everyone involved. The characters are well-drawn and there is just as much attention paid to the supporting cast as the main ones.
I will probably re-read it someday, but not soon.
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