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Rivers Between Us by Greta Rose West
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
~ 𝗦𝘆𝗻𝗼𝗽𝘀𝗶𝘀 ~
As Tenton County’s Sheriff, Carey Michaels always puts the needs of others first, even when helping his ex-best friend after she reappears in his life with her young daughter means risking heartbreak again. Returning to her hometown makes Francesca “Frannie” Morris feel safer, but threats linger even in Wisper. Whilst the boy she loved is determined to protect her, Frannie’s doubt, insecurity, and fear of hurting Carey again is overwhelming. But Carey’s all man now—the big, bad sheriff never leaves home without his badge and handcuffs. With Frannie back in his life, he’ll do anything to keep her and her daughter safe.
~ 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 ~
It was a treat to return to Wisper for this first novel of the Wisper Dreams series, set some years after Blinded (Cade Ranch 5). I especially enjoyed learning more about MMC Carey, who, as Teton County’s Sheriff, featured in the previous novels and became a favourite character. Carey’s romance with FMC Frannie is a sweet, slow-burn intensified by Frannie having to face and overcome personal challenges in order to embrace the love that first bloomed in their youth. Although I picked up on the final twists early on, I still found the suspense elements of the narrative intriguing and was invested in the plot and resolution. On a final note, this novel tackles some heavy themes. West handles these with thought and respect. However, given the nature of these themes, I encourage readers to check CWs/TWs.
As Tenton County’s Sheriff, Carey Michaels always puts the needs of others first, even when helping his ex-best friend after she reappears in his life with her young daughter means risking heartbreak again. Returning to her hometown makes Francesca “Frannie” Morris feel safer, but threats linger even in Wisper. Whilst the boy she loved is determined to protect her, Frannie’s doubt, insecurity, and fear of hurting Carey again is overwhelming. But Carey’s all man now—the big, bad sheriff never leaves home without his badge and handcuffs. With Frannie back in his life, he’ll do anything to keep her and her daughter safe.
~ 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 ~
It was a treat to return to Wisper for this first novel of the Wisper Dreams series, set some years after Blinded (Cade Ranch 5). I especially enjoyed learning more about MMC Carey, who, as Teton County’s Sheriff, featured in the previous novels and became a favourite character. Carey’s romance with FMC Frannie is a sweet, slow-burn intensified by Frannie having to face and overcome personal challenges in order to embrace the love that first bloomed in their youth. Although I picked up on the final twists early on, I still found the suspense elements of the narrative intriguing and was invested in the plot and resolution. On a final note, this novel tackles some heavy themes. West handles these with thought and respect. However, given the nature of these themes, I encourage readers to check CWs/TWs.