Lake in the Clouds

Rating:
Summary: Worthy of 4.5 Stars
Review: Sara Donati has written a great sequel here to Into the Wilderness and On A Distant Shore, worthy of 4.5 stars. Her writing ability carries this book and is pleasure to read. There are no shocking events here, the story simply and beautifully advances the Bonner saga forward. The climax is nicely constructed as Hannah must make a decision on the direction her future heads. The love story for this strong and independent character is nicely developed and builds anticipation for the reader. The author has done a nice job of making us like the next generation that is to follow. Fans of historical romance like the Outlander series will thoroughly enjoy Donati's writing and her characters.

Rating:
Summary: A Much Welcome Return!
Review: This book, the 3rd in the Wilderness series, was an extremely welcome return of both the characters and Donati's style and form showcased in the 1st book, but absent in the 2nd. In my opinion, of course. The characters are now back on US soil which makes for a better read. In Dawn on A Distant Shore, most of the story takes place on the high seas and in Scottland which had the characters out of their element. In, Lake in The Clouds, Donati returns readers to Paradise, NY, and many of the original secondary characters reappear. Much of this tale focuses on Hannah Bonner, her medical education, and her journey into womanhood. Hawkeye, Nathiel and Elizabeth Bonner play a major role in the plot surrounding Curiosity Freeman and her family. The pace is fast, filled with danger, villains, and intrigue. Although I was disappointed in the fate of a particular character, Liam Kirby, I was satisfied with the conclusion. This book is a must read for Donati/Wilderness fans.

Rating:
Summary: A Much Welcome Return!
Review: This book, the 3rd in the Wilderness series, was an extremely welcome return of both the characters and Donati's style and form showcased in the 1st book, but absent in the 2nd. In my opinion, of course. The characters are now back on US soil which makes for a better read. In Dawn on A Distant Shore, most of the story takes place on the high seas and in Scottland which had the characters out of their element. In, Lake in The Clouds, Donati returns readers to Paradise, NY, and many of the original secondary characters reappear. Much of this tale focuses on Hannah Bonner, her medical education, and her journey into womanhood. Hawkeye, Nathiel and Elizabeth Bonner play a major role in the plot surrounding Curiosity Freeman and her family. The pace is fast, filled with danger, villains, and intrigue. Although I was disappointed in the fate of a particular character, Liam Kirby, I was satisfied with the conclusion. This book is a must read for Donati/Wilderness fans.