4.5 out of 5. This is the fourth novel in Ms Daughtridge's first series, yet it reads like the work of a much more experienced author. Well-defined characters that come alive, whose personalities make each one memorable and easily followed throughout the story, a plot that is a very nice balance between romance, suspense and special ops mystery, just a little of the ESP kind of stuff mixed in with possible ghosts in the old house the heroine has moved into, and a really nice love story blended with some self-learning and a growing awareness on the part of both the main characters that they are more than they previously thought or were willing to accept. Thinking back on this reading experience, I have to say that the novel read with the ease of a simple story, but in reality it was quite complicated. Both Garth and Bronwyn were just so very likeable, both highly intelligent, both ready for a life partner, but both greatly impacted by hurts and disappointments from the past. To "watch from the sidelines" as they worked through those issues separately and together almost felt like having the best seats in the house. Just a truly wonderful read! After reading previous books by this author, I was a little excited to jump into her story telling of romance. While the book was nice, it wasn't a great read for me. While the characters were detailed nicely and the author tried to make us love them, they each fell a little flat for me. It seems the series started out great, but by the time you get to this book it is too predictable and boring. I honestly had to force myself to finish the book just so I could read the ending that I knew was coming. The story was slowly paced and even when the plot seemed to pick up, the pace always returned to a lull. Overall, if you have read the series then you might has well read this one if you are someone who likes to see a series through. Otherwise, if you haven't read any of them yet, go ahead and give it a pass for now.
What do You think about SEALed Forever (2011)?
Hooked! Can't wait to read the previous books in the series.
—destiny
