meezcarrie's review against another edition
4.0
3.5 stars
Ranger to the Rescue is a nice follow-up to the characters we first met in Lone Star Ranger – particularly if you wanted to spend more time with Evan and Amelia.
Amelia is a spitfire of a heroine – the epitome of ‘though she be but little she is fierce’. Her dogged pursuit of a front page story at first can seem to be at war with her softer side. In actuality, though, they both fit together beautifully in a personality that is unique to Amelia and enables her to fight when needed and cry when needed. Her loyalty to those she loves is one of the reasons I enjoy her character – and her wit is another.
Evan has been through a lot, poor guy. Accused in Lone Star Ranger of being a notorious outlaw and nearly hanged for it, he’s finally settling in to his new law office in Houston and to his friendship with Amelia. All the while he remains close to his newlywed sister Elizabeth – who is a typical little sister to her big brother, especially when it comes to his love life. I enjoyed watching the sibling aspect to their relationship, reminding me of my own friendship with my brother. (And can I just say that I love Elizabeth’s strength when it counts?)
The story starts out at a fairly gentle pace, but it ramps up at the halfway mark and draws on every bit of strength that Amelia, Evan, and Elizabeth have between them to survive. I loved watching each one really come into their own. We’ve seen Elizabeth’s inner survival skills already in book 1 but we really get to see Evan and Amelia shine in this book. Their progression from good friends to falling in love was also sweet to watch – and provided a few chuckles along the way too. However, I would have liked at least one kiss between them and felt a bit cheated that we didn’t get one.
Bottom Line: Ranger to the Rescue is a sweet story with engaging characters and some harrowing moments that may have you forgetting to breathe. Not from the romance, which is very gentle, but the danger they find themselves in. Readers of Lone Star Ranger will enjoy the chance to get reacquainted with these characters, and while book 2 can be read as a stand-alone it’s probably best to read them in order to avoid any lingering confusion. A relatively short, quick read, it’s a nice choice when you want something light and smile-inducing.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first seen at Reading Is My SuperPower
Ranger to the Rescue is a nice follow-up to the characters we first met in Lone Star Ranger – particularly if you wanted to spend more time with Evan and Amelia.
Amelia is a spitfire of a heroine – the epitome of ‘though she be but little she is fierce’. Her dogged pursuit of a front page story at first can seem to be at war with her softer side. In actuality, though, they both fit together beautifully in a personality that is unique to Amelia and enables her to fight when needed and cry when needed. Her loyalty to those she loves is one of the reasons I enjoy her character – and her wit is another.
Evan has been through a lot, poor guy. Accused in Lone Star Ranger of being a notorious outlaw and nearly hanged for it, he’s finally settling in to his new law office in Houston and to his friendship with Amelia. All the while he remains close to his newlywed sister Elizabeth – who is a typical little sister to her big brother, especially when it comes to his love life. I enjoyed watching the sibling aspect to their relationship, reminding me of my own friendship with my brother. (And can I just say that I love Elizabeth’s strength when it counts?)
The story starts out at a fairly gentle pace, but it ramps up at the halfway mark and draws on every bit of strength that Amelia, Evan, and Elizabeth have between them to survive. I loved watching each one really come into their own. We’ve seen Elizabeth’s inner survival skills already in book 1 but we really get to see Evan and Amelia shine in this book. Their progression from good friends to falling in love was also sweet to watch – and provided a few chuckles along the way too. However, I would have liked at least one kiss between them and felt a bit cheated that we didn’t get one.
Bottom Line: Ranger to the Rescue is a sweet story with engaging characters and some harrowing moments that may have you forgetting to breathe. Not from the romance, which is very gentle, but the danger they find themselves in. Readers of Lone Star Ranger will enjoy the chance to get reacquainted with these characters, and while book 2 can be read as a stand-alone it’s probably best to read them in order to avoid any lingering confusion. A relatively short, quick read, it’s a nice choice when you want something light and smile-inducing.
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first seen at Reading Is My SuperPower
dcgw's review against another edition
4.0
A great read
I live this series of books. They are clean, full of action, great characters, and faith. Can't wait for the next one!
I live this series of books. They are clean, full of action, great characters, and faith. Can't wait for the next one!
abigailharder's review against another edition
4.0
This was a very entertaining book. I really enjoyed it. The characters were likable and I really enjoyed getting to know them more. The plot was interesting and it held my interest. I felt like there were a few places where the book fell a little flat, but overall it was a great read!
I liked Evan and Amelia. I felt like their characters were perfect for this book and they fit well together. I did feel like Amelia was a little overdramatic at certain times, but I understand why she did and felt like she did. I really loved Elizabeth's character. I almost feel like reading book 1 just so I can read more about her.
I highly enjoyed the plot. I felt it was well-paced and it definitely hooked me. Overall, I enjoyed this book and I may end up reading some of Ms. Green's books in the future!
*I volunteered to read this book from the author/publisher in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. All thoughts are my own.*
I liked Evan and Amelia. I felt like their characters were perfect for this book and they fit well together. I did feel like Amelia was a little overdramatic at certain times, but I understand why she did and felt like she did. I really loved Elizabeth's character. I almost feel like reading book 1 just so I can read more about her.
I highly enjoyed the plot. I felt it was well-paced and it definitely hooked me. Overall, I enjoyed this book and I may end up reading some of Ms. Green's books in the future!
*I volunteered to read this book from the author/publisher in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review. All thoughts are my own.*
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