There were a few times I wanted to stop reading because of the too slow pace and the continual change of point of view throughout the story. But each time I wanted to, something intrigued me about the plotline, and I continued reading. The ending of the book made it worthwhile and now I am glad I kept going. Who knew a General-Texas-Ranger-Rancher could be so romantic?

I understand there are twenty books in the series, and I am not sure if I will continue, though the end definitely made me curious. And I would like to know about Luke's story too. I am way too curious for my own good.

Two Texas Rangers set out with a friend to catch a murderer. When Pat Hanes dies during a shootout, it was up to Dax and Luke to take him to his range in Montana. It was Hanes' last and final request to be buried on his ranch close to the Redemption Mountains. Though reluctant to go at first, the two brothers' integrity made the choice for them.
Each man had its own fears and reasons for living the life they did. Both veteran soldiers, Dax a former General, and Luke a former Major. Both come from a privilege life in Savannah but the war had changed life as they knew it and were looking for something different.
Once in Splendor, however, they realised that Pat Hanes will have another surprise for them. This changed their lives completely.

Rachel Davenport lived through the horrors of war and was a qualified nurse. When her uncle asked her to join him in Montana, she didn't think twice about it. Living the life of a socialite in Boston was not something she was looking forward to, so when the opportunity knocked at her door, she grasped it with both hands.
The small town of Splendor was nothing like Boston, but soon she settled into a good life, helping her uncle in the clinic. When Dax Pelletier rode in, life changed once more for this headstrong woman.
The romantic spark between the two singed throughout the plotline. Everyone knew something was happening between the two. But, as with all romance novels, they refuse to accept it.

Revenge, redemption, new beginnings, it centered on this town. Life was hard and difficult, and when the town sheriff was murdered, the suspense became almost unbearable. With hardened criminals looking for revenge, a wealthy rancher that wants more land and two brothers not sure they want the responsibilities, the plotline became very busy.

Each character had a choice to make, looking past their own fears to find peace in the territory of Montana and find the strength to move forward. Though difficult to read at times, I found the story very encouraging and the characters believable. ( )

It was okay, but it wasn't fantastic. I felt that there was something lacking and yet, I can't figure out what it is. ( )