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Reno (Originally The Drifter) (Reno Western Saga #1)

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When i began to read this book did not know what to expect. I was pleasently surprised with a good balance of action, suspense and Romance. All in all i thought it was a good read.

I'll admit it. I'm a sucker for a western, even a western as formulaic as this. At the beginning of the book I found myself rolling my eyes at the names and dialog. Skull ranch? Could he be any more stereotypical or literal in his translation of the "evil" ranch? But, I will say that I found myself sucked into this story of rambling drifter and Civil War vet, Reno, fighting his demons and standing up for what is right in the world. I was also drawn to his relationship with Catherine. Though it isn't fleshed out, Reno is afraid of commitment and Catherine is JUST the person to help him with that ... and his resistance to religion. It's no secret that this book is christian fiction, but because it is set in a historical time period, the preaching seems authentic instead of forced.

In the process of being real with you all, I will say that I'm having trouble writing a review of this book. I liked it. It wasn't anything special. It was written to a formula. But, it was good. If you're looking for an easy read at night before bed and you like westerns, give Gilbert Morris and Reno a shot. I don't think you'll be disappointed as long as you don't Larry McMurtry-like expectations. It's a simple book, set in a simple time, with simple characters who only want to make their way in the world unmolested.

I felt the book was good but would not go on into the other series. Some of this author seem to stretch out to far and you become less interested. That is not to say there our others he does a fine job and keeps your interest with each book in the series.