My review of Frasier Island by Susan Page Davis
Posted by:
Michelle Sutton on
March 2, 2007 at
10:12PM EST
Product Description:
After specialized underwater training, Ensign Rachel Whitney is posted
to a remote island in the North Pacific, a tiny scrap of rock guarding
a highly classified secret. She could love her new assignment if her
commanding officer, Lt. George Hudson, were not so obstinate and a bit
distrustful. Despite George's first reaction to her presence on the
island, Rachel sets out to prove she is perfect for the job. She
doesn't dream of being a heroine or falling in love, but months later,
when word leaks out about the prize they are guarding, Rachel and
George have few resources besides each other and their faith in God to
foil an enemy attack that could endanger all of America.
My review:
Wow!
This story packed some emotional punch. I enjoyed the romance and the
suspense equally. That's very unusual for me because I usually prefer
the romance, but the intrigue was fabulous! The romantic element and
suspense were so intricately woven together that separating the two
elements would've unraveled the entire story.
I loved George
about as much as Rachel did! He was such a great hero in every sense.
The longing they felt for each other was perfectly done. It made my
heart ache despite the fact that they were fictional characters. At
times I lost sight of that fact and just wanted to see them together.
And that first kiss....ahhhhh. Very satisfying. Rachel was tough, but
lovable and cute. I enjoyed experiencing her character growth along
with her. Trust was hard for her to learn, but rewarding when she
experienced the benefits of putting her life in God's capable hands.
In some ways this story had an exotic feel like the Hawaiian setting of Heitzmann's novel Freefall (which was awesome!) Frasier Island
was different in that it had a touch of Gilligan's Island sentiment.
Portions of the book had a real "castaway" feel. Rachel made me think
of Maryann because she was fun and dainty, yet also tough when needed.
George and Rachel were so isolated on that island that at times it made
me get the shivers. And not knowing who the bad guy was for the last
third of the book was quite exciting. Sure, there were little hints
dropped as who it might be, but I felt the tension as they hid from the
unknown. I loved how they had to protect themselves and stay on the
offensive at the same time. Brilliantly done!
The secondary
characters were also terrific. Pierre was a dream and Brian was creepy
at first. I can't wait for the next book in the series. Oh, and the
last chapter of Frasier Island was probably the best part of the story.
Talk about great endings! This was no wall-banger. It made me want to
sigh and grin like a fool. I loved this book!
Frasier Island was published by Harvest House and is being released this month!
