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4.0
This review was originally posted on Addicted To Romance
This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.
First Impressions
River of Love is the third book in the Savage Destiny series and this is the continuation of Zeke and Abbie’s story. I have been eager to get back to their story (but I definitely want to pace myself with this one–anyone that has read Bittner probably can figure out why)., River of Love was just as wonderful as the first two books, and even though there was a aspect to the story that I really struggled with, the overall view of this one is a solid story. I am absolutely delighted in the story that this author delivered and seeing the growth of Abbie and Zeke and their beautiful family We see our family have to face what is happening with the Cheyenne and the historical events that are causing more strain and trial for them. We also get to see some side characters come back into the sphere with Zeke and Abbie and some new friendships and bonds that are built along the way. It definitely was a delightful story that I just wanted to indulge in.
Summary
Zeke and Abbie have settled and built their cabin in southern Colorado, they are close to the campground of the Cheyenne people, they have three beautiful children who are growing and thriving. Abbie has just found out she is pregnant with their third child, peace is a fragile thing between the Cheyenne and the white people. There are broken treaties and the building of the Union Pacific which is causing much tension to rise. There is a loss of a family member and the hunt for someone taken from them. There will be separation and heartache for Abbie and Zeke as they will be faced with challenges that will test the bounds of their love. Zeke and Abbie will have to face some heavy trials and will have to learn the power of their love, forgiveness and healing along their journey.
What I Loved
At the top of my head, I can definitely say I am loving Zeke and Abbie more and more. I adore seeing them grow in their relationship and seeing their bond become more poignant and deep with each book. We see them grow in their twenties and the growth of their family from three children to seven children. I absolutely love seeing them together, seeing their marriage be tested and see what their love is capable of. I really adored their strength to forge ahead for their family and for each other. They make mistakes along the way, but they never lose faith in each other. There is such facets that are delivered with this book. Zeke is having to learn to deal with the uncertainty of life, trying to raise his son to be a proud strong good man, while also being the husband that his wife deserves. Abbie on her end is trying to raise her children that will have the best qualities of both worlds. I really was intrigued by some new characters that were introduced. The trials that Zeke’s brothers face. We also see quite a bit of historical events take place in this book as well. It was tough to read certain parts to see the suffering and the pain that were dealt with things like the building of the Union Pacific for example. Rosanne Bittner writes such a compelling story that balances out historical events, with our pair here who face it head on no matter the challenges that they have to face. The growth of their relationship was so vibrant and such a central focus and I just wanted more from them and more.
What I Struggled With
There was one big factor that kept this one from a five-star, and that would the cheating aspect. Even though you understand the situation and it’s a complex one, it was still something I struggle with seeing in a romance, especially with a relationship here. I did admire the maturity of our characters and how they face this test in their relationship.
Overall View
I found River of Love to be a captivating adventure that delivers in a poignant depth to Zeke and Abbie’s relationship. Its a story of trial and tribulation, of healing and growth and the true power of love, can bring to one’s soul!
Trigger Warnings:
This review may contain spoilers, so fair warning, upon reading the review.
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First Impressions
River of Love is the third book in the Savage Destiny series and this is the continuation of Zeke and Abbie’s story. I have been eager to get back to their story (but I definitely want to pace myself with this one–anyone that has read Bittner probably can figure out why)., River of Love was just as wonderful as the first two books, and even though there was a aspect to the story that I really struggled with, the overall view of this one is a solid story. I am absolutely delighted in the story that this author delivered and seeing the growth of Abbie and Zeke and their beautiful family We see our family have to face what is happening with the Cheyenne and the historical events that are causing more strain and trial for them. We also get to see some side characters come back into the sphere with Zeke and Abbie and some new friendships and bonds that are built along the way. It definitely was a delightful story that I just wanted to indulge in.
Summary
Zeke and Abbie have settled and built their cabin in southern Colorado, they are close to the campground of the Cheyenne people, they have three beautiful children who are growing and thriving. Abbie has just found out she is pregnant with their third child, peace is a fragile thing between the Cheyenne and the white people. There are broken treaties and the building of the Union Pacific which is causing much tension to rise. There is a loss of a family member and the hunt for someone taken from them. There will be separation and heartache for Abbie and Zeke as they will be faced with challenges that will test the bounds of their love. Zeke and Abbie will have to face some heavy trials and will have to learn the power of their love, forgiveness and healing along their journey.
What I Loved
At the top of my head, I can definitely say I am loving Zeke and Abbie more and more. I adore seeing them grow in their relationship and seeing their bond become more poignant and deep with each book. We see them grow in their twenties and the growth of their family from three children to seven children. I absolutely love seeing them together, seeing their marriage be tested and see what their love is capable of. I really adored their strength to forge ahead for their family and for each other. They make mistakes along the way, but they never lose faith in each other. There is such facets that are delivered with this book. Zeke is having to learn to deal with the uncertainty of life, trying to raise his son to be a proud strong good man, while also being the husband that his wife deserves. Abbie on her end is trying to raise her children that will have the best qualities of both worlds. I really was intrigued by some new characters that were introduced. The trials that Zeke’s brothers face. We also see quite a bit of historical events take place in this book as well. It was tough to read certain parts to see the suffering and the pain that were dealt with things like the building of the Union Pacific for example. Rosanne Bittner writes such a compelling story that balances out historical events, with our pair here who face it head on no matter the challenges that they have to face. The growth of their relationship was so vibrant and such a central focus and I just wanted more from them and more.
What I Struggled With
There was one big factor that kept this one from a five-star, and that would the cheating aspect. Even though you understand the situation and it’s a complex one, it was still something I struggle with seeing in a romance, especially with a relationship here. I did admire the maturity of our characters and how they face this test in their relationship.
Overall View
I found River of Love to be a captivating adventure that delivers in a poignant depth to Zeke and Abbie’s relationship. Its a story of trial and tribulation, of healing and growth and the true power of love, can bring to one’s soul!
Trigger Warnings:
Spoiler
Violence, Death, Rape, Racism, Cheating
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