Oh, my goodness! I loved this story set on Mackinac Island in Michigan. I’ve never been there but this book made me want to visit the island in the summer. Cara Putman did such a good job putting me there that I almost feel like I’ve already visited it.
Putman also created two flawed characters who appealed to me. But first, here’s the back cover copy:
Join attorney Alanna Stone as she returns home despite her determination to never set foot on Mackinac Island again. Once again in close proximity to Jonathan Covington, her first love, she vows to protect her privacy and her heart from the man who still makes her pulse race. But when her worst fears are realized and history repeats itself—landing her in the midst of a murder investigation—Jonathan may be her only hope. Will they be able to lay aside the past and let God heal their hearts, or will reconciliation come too late?
My Take:
Alanna Stone has issues with a death from years ago that everyone on Mackinac Island believed was her brother’s fault. Both she and her brother fled the island, but now, eleven years later she is forced to return to help her parents. And when she fled, she left behind her one true love, and guess who’s the first person she sees when she steps on the island? You guessed it. Jonathan Covington, her long-ago boyfriend.
She fights the attraction she feels for him because she wants to leave the island as soon as she can hire someone to run her parents’ shop. And falling in love with him again would complicate her life. He fights the attraction because he fears she’ll leave him again. It’s a great story with an intriguing murder mystery.
You can purchase Mackinac Island by Cara Putman on Amazon, B&N
In the book, Allana ran from her problem. Do you think running from a problem makes it worse or are there times running is a good idea? Why to either question? If anyone wants to borrow Mackinac Island for 2 weeks on their Kindle (device or app), let me know. First come…
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Sounds like an awesome read! Definitely on my TBR! Hmm, I think if your problem is a guy threatening you with violence, rape, etc, running is probably your best option. However, if the problem is a fire in the oven, maybe running is not smart?! (Throw baking powder over the fire, it puts it out. After we set the inside of the oven on fire the second time and called the fire brigade again, Mum asked what the powder they were using was, and it’s just a massive canister of baking powder!). But in general, problems don’t seem to go away unless you face them, I think. At least, most of them don’t.
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I agree, Monique! There are times to run and times to stay, but if you run from your problems, you just drag them with you. So glad you’re getting rain in Australia!
Pat, you have a wonderful way of expanding my list of good authors. Being a former Michigander, I can certainly recommend a visit to Mackinac Island (just make sure your pronounce it right). I have just queued this book to #3 on my TBR list. Thank you!
Author
Hi Tim…my natural tendency is to pronounce it Mack-in-ack. lol. I guess it’s a little like Arkansas…Thanks for dropping by!
Being from Michigan, we joke about “Mack-in-ack” but you are right. the true pronunciation is like the mainland city is spelled “Mackinaw”. It has been a long time since I’ve been on the Island, but it is beautiful.
Author
I really want to visit it…but definitely in the summer, Becky. Not a fan of snow and ice. lol
We once went to Mackinaw City during Spring Break the first week of April and everything was shut down and dormant. It was like a ghost town.
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That would probably be my luck, Becky. lol Thanks for joining the conversation!
I might want to take you up on your offer, but not now because I have a proofread job waiting plus four or five more books I need to read and review right away. Concerning run or don’t run, I remember hearing “It’s better to make a good run than a bad stand.” If you can resolve a matter satisfactorily by staying, don’t run. Otherwise, get out of Dodge.
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Anytime, Edward, just let me know. 🙂 And thanks for stopping by!
Happy Friday, Pat! I’m excited to read Cara’s new series. Thank you for sharing.
If the problem is with someone abusive, it’s good to run away. Other problems need to be dealt with through other methods such as prayer.
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Totally agree, Caryl! Thanks for stopping by. Always good to ‘see’ you here!
I’m putting this on my wish list. Thank you for sharing.
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I think you’ll enjoy it and it’s the beginning of a series. Not for me to get the other books! Good to see you here, Lucy!
adding this to my TBR pile/list!
Author
My TBR pile is getting to look like a mountain, MS Barb! Thanks for stopping by.
This sounds like a good book. I think it is best to face our problems/situations rather than pretend they don’t exist. Then we can focus on a solution-whatever that may be. Otherwise, we (I) am consumed by it.
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I agree, Gloria, but it’s not always the easiest thing to do and most of the time, we’re looking for the easy way out. Good to ‘see’ you here.
Sounds like a great book. I would love to borrow this book, and I would also love to visit Mackinac Island, in nicer weather, of course!
Author
Good to see you, Linda. Yes, I don’t want to go right now. lol I’ll email you and make sure I have the right email address to loan you the book.
I have visited Mackinac Island for my son’s sixth grade trip. A long time ago, he is 47. I was privileged to be a chaperone. It was very memorable. I would love to go back. I have been wanting to read this for a while.
I think there are times to run and some times to take a stand. Pick your battles.
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I’d love to visit the island, Paula! And I agree we need to pick our battles. Thanks for dropping by!