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Bittersweet
In the year 1871, the presumptuous Miss Bethany Swenson would never have imagined that her move to Denver would result in her falling in love with a man who had murdered his wife or that because of her innate curiosity, she would end up consorting with the ladies from the seedy side of town.
Bittersweet is a completed historical romance set in frontier Denver. It runs the gamut of human emotions from unrequited love, loyalty, jealousy, and anger, replete with murder, violence, and frontier justice. Bethany Swenson finds herself in a situation where she suspects that the handsome James O’Brien, to whom she is inexplicably drawn, years ago murdered his adulterous first wife. Fearing her family’s disapproval, she is hesitant to share her confused feelings toward him because of his tainted reputation. She is also hesitant to report the evidence she has uncovered because the town sheriff is James’ brother. She thus turns to writing a journal in which she confides her innermost thoughts and pens clues that eventually aid in unraveling the mystery. This thrilling historical romance is a collection of Bethany’s most unusual and inviting journal entries. She is quick to learn that living in the untamed Colorado territory can indeed be bittersweet.
Bittersweet is a completed historical romance set in frontier Denver. It runs the gamut of human emotions from unrequited love, loyalty, jealousy, and anger, replete with murder, violence, and frontier justice. Bethany Swenson finds herself in a situation where she suspects that the handsome James O’Brien, to whom she is inexplicably drawn, years ago murdered his adulterous first wife. Fearing her family’s disapproval, she is hesitant to share her confused feelings toward him because of his tainted reputation. She is also hesitant to report the evidence she has uncovered because the town sheriff is James’ brother. She thus turns to writing a journal in which she confides her innermost thoughts and pens clues that eventually aid in unraveling the mystery. This thrilling historical romance is a collection of Bethany’s most unusual and inviting journal entries. She is quick to learn that living in the untamed Colorado territory can indeed be bittersweet.
238 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2012
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August 10, 2012
I loved the format for this book. The story immediately grabbed me. The author definitely has a handle on how to develop her characters. There was never a dull moment. Humor must be Annette's middle name, for I found myself laughing at all of the antics that her main character finds herself in. Truly endearing. This story has it all, action, romance, mystery, and a twist to boot. This is a must read. I look forward to reading more of what Annette Anthony can come up with.
June 28, 2012
I absolutely love this book! It makes it even better knowing that I know the amazing author! Annette, I love this book! I better be the first one to read the next book you write!
July 22, 2015
I seem to be in the minority regarding this one.
For being a 'modern woman', as Bethany frequently remarks, she doesn't seem to have much sense. After James O'Brien's little girl demonstrates how and explains that her father killed her mother, Bethany still agrees to tutor the little girl when O'Brien asks her. Because....she's attracted to him.
The style of the book was interesting, it being a journal Bethany writes in from time to time. However, there wasn't much consistency. One moment the little girl is a spoiled, rude child and then the next, Bethany is describing her as a little angel. Also, one chapter Bethany states she is nineteen and then a few chapters later, she is eighteen. Maybe she meant she was almost nineteen?
In any event, I am not in any hurry to read more of this series.
For being a 'modern woman', as Bethany frequently remarks, she doesn't seem to have much sense. After James O'Brien's little girl demonstrates how and explains that her father killed her mother, Bethany still agrees to tutor the little girl when O'Brien asks her. Because....she's attracted to him.
The style of the book was interesting, it being a journal Bethany writes in from time to time. However, there wasn't much consistency. One moment the little girl is a spoiled, rude child and then the next, Bethany is describing her as a little angel. Also, one chapter Bethany states she is nineteen and then a few chapters later, she is eighteen. Maybe she meant she was almost nineteen?
In any event, I am not in any hurry to read more of this series.
August 2, 2012
Great book! I read this in 2 sittings (aka: 2 late nights!), but I just had to finish it. I loved that it kept me wanting more and when I wasn't reading it I was thinking about it and wondering what was going to happen with the characters. Really cute story! This is Annette Anthony's first book and I can't wait to read more from her.
July 30, 2012
Absolutely LOVED this book!! i'm so glad my friend audrey got me to read it. I connected with the main character so quickly! it usually takes a while for me to do that. Annette had me sucked in from page one! i HIGHLY reccomend this book!
June 1, 2012
A good friend of mine wrote this book, so I am sure I am biased. It was really good though. It started slow for me, but I fell in love with the characters and the story quickly!
July 11, 2012
I loved this book. Kept me wanting to keep reading to find out what happened next.
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