Out of the Embers

3.5 stars, rounded up

Overall I enjoyed the story. However, I had to continually attempt to start the book and finally made it past the first 50 pages on the third attempt. It could very well simply be my reading mood this month—slow and hiccuppy—and that everyone else will completely fall in love with the book. There wasn't anything wrong with the writing; I simply didn't get swept off my feet by it.

I really enjoyed the MC and her young companion, Polly. (I hope book 3 is about Polly.) I wasn't as impressed with Wyatt...again, nothing really wrong—just nothing spectacular about him for me. The sisterly relationship between the two was really what made me enjoy the story most. Plus I loved the small-town vibes and the different local folks that helped make the restaurant a success.

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for a free reading copy. A favorable review was not required.