Plot: After the death of his brother and sister-in-law, Drake Newham becomes guardian to his nieces and is determined to clear his brother of suspicion in the assumed murder/suicide. He packs up the girls and travels to Maine. Kate Mason’s struggling to keep her family’s Blueberry farm in business. In order to earn more money, she decides to rent out the cottage on the property. When Drake happens along, he and Kate realize they can help each other out. Soon it becomes apparent that someone doesn’t want Drake digging into the past. Kate also has got some trouble of her own as strange things happen at her house. It’s clear someone is watching her. The likely suspect is her uncle, who’s recently escaped prison. It’s up to Drake and Kate to figure out what’s going on before more people die.
Characters: Kate’s had her share of difficulties in life, which have made her tough. Struggles with her health have caused her to be more conscientious about what she eats and she’s not afraid to voice her opinion to other about it, much to Drake’s chagrin. I really enjoyed her way with the girls, being the disciplinarian because she wants better for them. Drake earns sympathy as the bachelor suddenly turned father as he’s trying to figure out how to care for two young, grieving kids.
Recommendation: I’d highly recommend this book and the entire Sunset Cove series. It’s the best I’ve read from this author so far. It’s book three of the series and can stand alone, but I’d suggest reading them all in order as the characters are closely tied together.
