A review by katherineep
At the River's Edge by Mariah Stewart

3.0

Mariah Stewart has long been one of my go-to author with her more suspenseful books but I've really enjoyed the softer change of pace with the Chesapeake Diaries. I read the first of the series in December (review) and enjoyed it. Normally I don't mind reading books out of order but I think this is a series that would be better if read in order. There is so much of the town's history and family relationships that are explored little by little in each book that it's a much deeper, more developed read if read in order. I loved Jason, he's intense with his own baggage but still is able to develop healthy positive relationships with people. I like that he does what he feels is the right thing in regards to Curtis and Logan. I found Sophie a little less likable and all the secret keeping from her family got a little annoying. However, I love that Stewart makes very different characters for each of her books and it's not the same type over and over just in different situations. I also love her ability to draw a warm and friendly town environment without being overly cutesy or over the top drama. The characters aren't perfect but are all the more realistic for that. This is warm comfortable reading - perfect for a rainy day with a cozy blankets and hot chocolate. I can't wait to read the rest of the series!
Full review: http://iwishilivedinalibrary.blogspot.com/2014/02/at-rivers-edge-review.html