Macady

by Jennie Hansen

A condensed novel that is both a mystery and a love story--compelling listening from beginning to end!

Genres: Lds Fiction, Romance, Lds, Clean Romance, Suspense, Christian Fiction, Adult

Paperback

First published August 1, 1995

Reviews

[Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

My first Jennie Hanson, years ago. Made me a fan until recently.
Macady is home, between college graduation and first full time job, to help run their their small rural store while her Mother recuperates from an operation. While going for a horse ride she is shot at in a chase of mistaken identity. Rescued by a police officer she becomes involved in tracking down a drug ring. Good fun and well written. Not my first time to read this.

[Nolan · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book will pull you in from the first page and keep you interested. Macady Jackson, back in Idaho temporarily to help her ailing mom, takes a quiet ride into the desert in an attempt to collect her thoughts before going back to work at the family-owned store. When bullets begin whizzing by her head, she is both frightened and puzzled. Who, after all, wants her dead?

Deputy Sheriff Aaron Westerman, unbeknownst to Macady, is also in the desert near her. He's looking for evidence of a drug ring whose headquarters are hidden somewhere in that stark place, and from a distance, he and Macady have a similar biuld. That explains why she's being shot at, but it doesn't make her escape any less hair raising. Predictably, she and Aaron strike up a friendship that becomes love, but both have their share of difficulty to overcome before that love can be realized.

This book pits the forces of good against the forces of evil without being preachy. In fact, in the world of LDS fiction, this is some of the better stuff that's out there.

[Jenni C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ignoring the 90's clothing references...This book was decently thrilling and contained a very cute romance.

Pros: Good romance...Great mystery and action. Strong characters with reasonable problems.

Cons: (I am going to mention a lot, but for me...it did not affect the quality of the book, but it will for others)... The grammar and conversations were hurried along due to the shortness of the book (example: explaining life stories while hiding in the desert would not happen to most scared people). I hated the clothing references because I am a visual person and it screamed 90's which detracted from the story.

Also, this book deals HEAVILY with moral topics such as infidelity and emotional infidelity (no details given, just issues characters are trying to battle through with past family members) that is very relevant to LDS / Christian members - some readers might find the "lessons learned" moments overly preachy or too thickly laid into the plot.

I would recommend this book to friends and family.

[Katie (hiding in the pages) · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this years ago and had forgotten about the mystery part of the story. I thought the mystery was well written (not too obvious, but still believable) and the romance was realistic--not too rushed or sudden. It's a very tender story about trusting again, forgiveness, and family.

Macady is home again, after graduating from college, to help her mom for the summer, following a surgery. She takes a ride in the hills, is mistaken for someone else, and is shot at. She literally runs into a childhood friend of her cousins--Aaron--who is now a deputy.

[Shellie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Macady is shot at while riding, and we later find out that she had unknowingly stumbled into a drug area. Woops! The intended victim is none other than Aaron Westerman, an old childhood friend who is now a deputy sheriff.

The chase begins with Aaron and his team trying to find the leader of the drug smuggling operation. In the meantime, Macady is still a target and so is Kelsey, Aaron's 4 year old daughter. Suspicions and suspects abound, along with danger, tragedy, loss and love.

Good story :)

[Verona · Rating 2 out of 5]

A sweet enough story with a little romance, but so disappointing otherwise. It's quite predictable, and just not enough substance to really hold my interest. Besides that, the characters moved in and out so fast without much introduction, that we don't get to know them or be able to keep track of them. I was just glad when the story ended so I wouldn't be wondering what was going on all the time. I hope the next story of Jennie Hansen's that I read will be better. The narrator is one we have listened to before, and she did a great job of presenting the story.

[Larry · Rating 4 out of 5]

My wife and I listened to this book on CD's while traveling from St. George,UT to Alpine,UT. It was a good book to listen to. A good story line. Recommended for LDS readers as Jennie's books are about LDS families and situations. Sally and I have now listed to 4 of her books on CD's and have enjoyed them all. This one is in a modern setting as the 3 other books were part of a series that were in the 1800's from Ireland to California to the Salt Lake Valley

[Shannon · Rating 5 out of 5]

while riding in the hills Macady is mistaken for the law by some drug runners. She is saved by the Law inforcement officer who she was mistaken for. As the investation continues Macady finds she is in more danger but is the biggest danger to her life from the drug runners or her heart as she find she is falling in love with the Law inforcement officer.

[Dianna · Rating 4 out of 5]

is Macady ready to learn to trust those not in her family ? a trusting loving horse, a firm belief and trust in family, unexpected friends and enemies. why is there someone out to take her life ?
Macady is a story of a strong young woman who can ride her horse as though they are one, shows using her intelligence is a life saving choice.

[Maryann · Rating 3 out of 5]

There are few books out there that are free from crud - and this is one of them. I'm not a fan of romance or mystery, but was happy that at least it was clean. I personally know the author, so I was interested to read her book. I would recommend reading this book if you enjoy romance/mystery books!

[Pam Jewell · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a reread for me and it still makes me wonder if I could be forgiving of an adulterous husband who has repented but is happy with his "New familiy" while his Old family is still reeling from the pain of his betrayal. Makes you wonder what restitution for adultery could be. Yet if you don't forgive the one most hurt is yourself.

[Cheri · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is my favorite Jennie Hansen book. This story is about forgivenes and love. The story of Macady is tender as she learns to forgive the man who was once her hero and of the man she loves and learns to trust.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

A quick easy suspense/love story. I loved how the relationships were woven into a mystery and how the characters evolved throughout the story. It's about hope, forgiveness and starting over. Great book that tugged a little on my heart strings :)

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

Second time to read this, and still really liked it. The love story evolved naturally and didn't seem hurried or forced. The suspense/mystery was interesting and not predictable. Just a great story for the genre.

[Chandra · Rating 5 out of 5]

this book was amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! when i picked it up i read it all night, it only took me an 1 1/2hrs to finish it and since then i have read it more then 10 times... it is abook you will want to keep going... i wish there was another book to it.... does anyone know if there is...?

[Nathan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book!! It has a little of everything in it. Horses/romance/LDS spirituality/action/mystery It was published in '95. So being 17 years old it was fun to see how far we've come technology wise. There's not one cell phone in the whole book :)

[Patricia · Rating 3 out of 5]

Actual rating: 3.5 stars.

I liked this story, its combination of mystery and romance. It kept a good pace throughout and had a good resolution (albeit I did kind of see it coming). I know a woman like that grandma. God help us all.

[Katie · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is for the young and the old. Familys are apart then brought together in this book.

[Jenny · Rating 5 out of 5]

this is a really good LDS mystery. read if you can.

[Candace · Rating 4 out of 5]

A little predictable but it is overall a good story. A feel good story.

[Karen · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book caught myu attention from the start. It has love and intrigue interwoven through out the book.

[Cori Tinney · Rating 2 out of 5]

Quick read and does get you interested. Reminds of Jack Weyland. I probably need to read more LDS stuff, but it was awkward for me to read about prayers, blessings and stuff like that.

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

I remember loving this book as a kid. I re-read it and boy is it cheesy. Jennie Hansen has definitely improved with age, I think.

[Ashley]

not at library

[Christina · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an easy to read book, and it's a lot of fun. There is a good balance between romance adventure.

I think I've read this book before - way back in college. It seemed familiar.

[Jonni · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really am enjoying reading Jennie Hansen's work.

[Haylee · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great book! I loved this one, a must read for everyone!! It is full of mystery, keeps you up reading way past bedtime!

[Jennifer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Own: Book

[Jenny · Rating 2 out of 5]

This was a cute story that seemed somewhat predictable and just very easy going almost to the point of slow. It was pleasant enough to read, but nothing amazing.

[Veneita · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm not into cowgirl stuff but this was a good one. I read about 10 years ago. In fact I think I own it but who knows how deep in the closet it is.