Will uncovering the truth set them free or destroy what
they hold most dear?
Wisconsin, 1930—With her health in shambles and her
archaeological career on the line, Cora Davis retreats to Crow’s Nest and the
home of her great aunt to heal. She doesn’t think much of the missing memories
from between the earthquake that caused her dizzy spells and her trip home. Until
she begins remembering the danger that sent her fleeing her last dig and the
person responsible.
After a decade as a ranch hand, Silas Ward returned to
Crow’s Nest to provide for the women in his life. That same protective instinct
propels him to Cora’s aid. But when finances dwindle, the lies and greed of
others threaten to ruin his family. Unless Silas can walk the thin line of
compromise. A choice that might cost him Cora’s affection.
As winter’s chill threatens, will Crow’s Nest prove a
refuge, or will both Cora and Silas have no choice but to sacrifice their
chance at happiness to save those they love?
Welcome to Crow’s Nest, where danger and romance meet at
the water’s edge.
My Thoughts:
This story was very unique in the time and place it took place. Taking place in Wisconsin in the year 1930, we see a small lake side town surviving the economic downturn of the Great Depression. There was trouble, especially job losses and the possibility of losing one's home and business, but this town did their best to stick together. There were certain men of this town who took taking the care of widows very seriously.
And that is how Silas Ward meets Cora Davis in a very interesting way as she is staying at her great-aunt's home to recover her health. Their first meeting doesn't go well but as Silas begins to see Cora as someone special, he can't get her off of his mind.
Cora is an archeologist, (the timing made me think of The Mummy), which was an unusual job for a woman of that time. Cora is also having terrible dizzy spells that has her sent home on leave until she can recover her health. A feat that Cora is fearful will not happen. I actually got dizzy myself reading about her spells, so they were written well.
There is also a couple of mysteries playing out as well. One concerns Silas's family business and his mother. The other concerns Cora and what she can't remember after her head wound, she received in an earthquake at her latest archeological site. And that one is very dangerous to Cora's life.
If you are looking for a unique read, this one will probably fit the bill. Romance, mystery, danger, all in the year 1930.
I was provided a copy of this novel from the publisher. I was not required to post a positive review and all views and opinions are my own.
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