Probably three and a half stars is more like it. My first Kate Wilhelm book and I may well read another. This was a good quick read. I liked the character of Barbara and her concern despite herself for Martin and Binnie. It's interesting the way she dashes off arrow prayers and she throws herself into danger for others. As one who adores orchids, the desciption of the orchids really appealed to me and the descriptions of Belize which meant nothing to me before this book.I admit I am always a sucker for books and TV shows about the law and llaywyers. I spent many outdoor activities listening to this audiobook by a local author. When former NFL football player Martin Owens and his wife, Binnie, who was born mute, arrive on Barbara Holloway's doorstep, she's moved by their plight. Three years earlier, while cruising with five teammates on a rented yacht near Haiti, Martin found Binnie hiding in his stateroom. He helped smuggle her into the U.S., and they fell in love. Now INS wants to deport her, even though Binnie isn't a Haitian citizen. Barbara agrees to take the case, despite her lack of experience in immigration law. Realizing that the truth lies in Belize with Binnie's family, Barbara sets off for the Central American nation, where she's soon up against corruption and violence in the jungle.
What do You think about Heaven Is High (2011)?
It was alright. Not life changing, but not bad. I will read more by Kate, I think.
—eagles13
I enjoy the Holloway series. They are well written and suspenseful.
—irena5
Kate Wilhelm writes some of the best in the mystery genre.
—WonderlandSoul
Illegal in US woman from Belize in danger for her life.
—nick
