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jigsawgirl's review against another edition
2.0
This book was boring. It dragged on and on. It is not a standalone. Book 1 was interesting because it laid the foundation for the murder mystery, conspiracy situation.
This book didn't seem to get me any closer to the answers of what was going on with the Grangers. I felt like this book just threw more crap information into the mix. I didn't get the sense of any real connection or chemistry between Caden and Shiloh.
I tried listening to the audio book thinking it would be better, but I have up on that and went back to the ebook. I pretty much skimmed through the sex scenes.
I have read the Westmoreland series, the Bachelor in Demand, and most of the Madaris series and found the majority of them enjoyable. Not sure what was going on with this book, but it didn't do much for me. I will be reading Book 3 because I already own it; I'm 2 books into the series, and I want to find out the answers to this murder.
Oh, and btw, Caden and Shiloh's 2nd chance romance does end in an HEA.
This book didn't seem to get me any closer to the answers of what was going on with the Grangers. I felt like this book just threw more crap information into the mix. I didn't get the sense of any real connection or chemistry between Caden and Shiloh.
I tried listening to the audio book thinking it would be better, but I have up on that and went back to the ebook. I pretty much skimmed through the sex scenes.
I have read the Westmoreland series, the Bachelor in Demand, and most of the Madaris series and found the majority of them enjoyable. Not sure what was going on with this book, but it didn't do much for me. I will be reading Book 3 because I already own it; I'm 2 books into the series, and I want to find out the answers to this murder.
Oh, and btw, Caden and Shiloh's 2nd chance romance does end in an HEA.
jgilge's review against another edition
1.0
This one just wasn't for me. DNF at 50%. Just too redundant for me.
scoutmomskf's review against another edition
5.0
Very good book, second chance story with a mystery going along with it. This isn't really a stand alone story as the first book, A Brother's Honor, should be read first to get the full story. The main focus in this book is Caden, the middle brother, and his relationship with Shiloh. Caden and Shiloh had been friends as kids, until Caden's mother was murdered and his father imprisoned for it. Shiloh's parents forbid her from seeing him again. They renewed their friendship after they were grown and away from home, where it grew into a deep love for each other. Their plans to elope were interfered with, leaving Caden feeling betrayed and Shiloh wondering what happened. Four years later Caden finally learns the truth and is determined to win back Shiloh's love and trust.
Caden came across as a bit of a jerk at the beginning. His attitude toward Shiloh when she came to him with what she discovered about their aborted wedding was really bad. I got that he was hurt by what he saw as her betrayal, but considering the source of the information he should have investigated more. I liked the way that he realized how badly he had screwed up once he did have the truth and knew it was going to be a struggle to win Shiloh back. Shiloh had suffered from her heartbreak for a long time, and after the latest confrontation with Caden had finally decided it was time to move on. Having him show up and admit he was wrong was satisfying for her, but she wasn't so sure she wanted to risk her heart again. I enjoyed Caden's persistence and Shiloh's attempts to resist. A near death experience for Caden showed Shiloh that her love for him hadn't died and being together was more important than hanging on to her hurt. Their relationship continues to grow as they deal with questions of who might be trying to kill him and the ongoing puzzle of who was really responsible for his mother's murder.
Throughout the story are more clues showing that Shep Granger is indeed innocent of his wife's murders. He may be stuck in prison, but he is still receiving threats against his family if anyone tries to prove him innocent. I love seeing how he has made use of his time in prison and the influence he has had on the lives of others. That influence ends up helping him protect his family, even from behind bars. I also enjoyed seeing his relationship with his lawyer and look forward to more of it in the next book. The clues we get about the murder lead to the idea that there was more to it than a lover's quarrel. The last chapter contains a twist that I really didn't see coming and will be very interested in seeing what comes of it in the next book.
There are also some good parts dealing with the ongoing relationship between Jace and Shana. I loved seeing the way that Jace's happiness is an example for his two brothers, even though they may not always appreciate it. They are still dealing with some of the fallout from the corporate spying in the first book and a suspected murder has them thinking that their troubles aren't over yet.
Shana's dad also has a continuing storyline with his new lady friend. I loved his conviction that her blindness doesn't matter. I really liked his conversation with his daughter about his feelings for her late mother and the difference in his feelings now.
One of the most enjoyable parts of the book is Dalton's search for the woman that he met in a bar one night. Dalton is the brother who is the biggest player of them all. He's never had to work for a woman's attention and it seems to have gone to his head. When he tracks down the mystery lady he's surprised when she wants nothing to do with him. He has an even bigger surprise in store when he finds out who she is. His book should be very interesting.
Caden came across as a bit of a jerk at the beginning. His attitude toward Shiloh when she came to him with what she discovered about their aborted wedding was really bad. I got that he was hurt by what he saw as her betrayal, but considering the source of the information he should have investigated more. I liked the way that he realized how badly he had screwed up once he did have the truth and knew it was going to be a struggle to win Shiloh back. Shiloh had suffered from her heartbreak for a long time, and after the latest confrontation with Caden had finally decided it was time to move on. Having him show up and admit he was wrong was satisfying for her, but she wasn't so sure she wanted to risk her heart again. I enjoyed Caden's persistence and Shiloh's attempts to resist. A near death experience for Caden showed Shiloh that her love for him hadn't died and being together was more important than hanging on to her hurt. Their relationship continues to grow as they deal with questions of who might be trying to kill him and the ongoing puzzle of who was really responsible for his mother's murder.
Throughout the story are more clues showing that Shep Granger is indeed innocent of his wife's murders. He may be stuck in prison, but he is still receiving threats against his family if anyone tries to prove him innocent. I love seeing how he has made use of his time in prison and the influence he has had on the lives of others. That influence ends up helping him protect his family, even from behind bars. I also enjoyed seeing his relationship with his lawyer and look forward to more of it in the next book. The clues we get about the murder lead to the idea that there was more to it than a lover's quarrel. The last chapter contains a twist that I really didn't see coming and will be very interested in seeing what comes of it in the next book.
There are also some good parts dealing with the ongoing relationship between Jace and Shana. I loved seeing the way that Jace's happiness is an example for his two brothers, even though they may not always appreciate it. They are still dealing with some of the fallout from the corporate spying in the first book and a suspected murder has them thinking that their troubles aren't over yet.
Shana's dad also has a continuing storyline with his new lady friend. I loved his conviction that her blindness doesn't matter. I really liked his conversation with his daughter about his feelings for her late mother and the difference in his feelings now.
One of the most enjoyable parts of the book is Dalton's search for the woman that he met in a bar one night. Dalton is the brother who is the biggest player of them all. He's never had to work for a woman's attention and it seems to have gone to his head. When he tracks down the mystery lady he's surprised when she wants nothing to do with him. He has an even bigger surprise in store when he finds out who she is. His book should be very interesting.
taraminter's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
booksonstereo_o's review
4.0
Lacking on the steamy, however A Man's Promise makes up for that in spades with a compelling plot.
thebookwhorescientist's review against another edition
5.0
This book told the story of the middle brother Caden and his childhood sweetheart Shiloh. It was so stressful finding out the backstory to their relationship and so sad. It's also realistic how the Black community is always ready to shun people out of the community. The Granger brothers didn't deserve how they were treated. What happened to the mother and father was not their fault and the community should have come together to help them. Jace and Shiloh had such a sad back story. I wish it didn't play out as it did, but I am also happy they were able to come together and resolve what happened, even years later.
valeehill's review
3.0
I definitely like this book - it's cleanly written (besides some outdated and silly phrasing having to do with the sex scenes), has interesting characters, a bit of suspense, and some heat. What I would like to have found is some INTENSITY. I didn't feel much of anything, where I would have liked to feel concern for their safety, wracked my brain about who is causing the Grangers all the trouble, felt a bit flushed over the sexual escapades, and maybe some joy over the fact that Shiloh and Caden got their shit together and got back together. Yeah, all that would have been nice. Instead I'm left mildly glad I read it, and only slightly interested in reading the next two books.
I may not wholeheartedly recommend it, but I wouldn't tell anyone NOT to read it. This review would pretty much cover my thoughts on the first book, [b:A Brother's Honor|16160045|A Brother's Honor (The Grangers, #1)|Brenda Jackson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1363611103s/16160045.jpg|22001103], as well.
I may not wholeheartedly recommend it, but I wouldn't tell anyone NOT to read it. This review would pretty much cover my thoughts on the first book, [b:A Brother's Honor|16160045|A Brother's Honor (The Grangers, #1)|Brenda Jackson|https://images.gr-assets.com/books/1363611103s/16160045.jpg|22001103], as well.
thesouthernbeauty's review against another edition
4.0
Good read. I love how Mrs. Jackson keeps me on edge awaiting for the next thing to happen. There weren't alot of surprises in this one compared to the first Grangers series novel. It took me a little while longer to finish this one but it was still good.