The Crossing at Cypress Creek

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HILLMAN, PAM
THE CROSSING AT CYPRESS

Sailing and soldiering around the world has taken Caleb O'Shea far from his native Ireland, so he never imagined that a promise to see a fellow crewman safely home would practically land him on his brother's doorstep. After spending years away from his family, Caleb isn't certain what kind of reception he will receive when he steps foot in Natchez, Mississippi. The one thing he knows for sure is that he won't stay long.

Since her sister was kidnapped by river pirates six months ago, Alanah Adams has taken special care to avoid drawing attention to herself. Those living in the rough-and-tumble settlement of Cypress Creek might even think she's addled. But when she stumbles into Caleb and his friends in Natchez, she appears to be the picture-picture lady.

Caleb only catches glimpses of the mysterious and beautiful Alanah before she disappears. But a chance encounter with her at his brother's logging camp near Cypress Creek leaves him uncomfortable at the thought of the young woman traversing the dangerous area alone. At a crossroads in his life, Caleb must decide whether he wants to give up the worldly adventures he's been seeking for one closer to home.

My Review:

I hate to say this but I think it might actually be good that this is the last Natchez Trace novel because a reader's heart can only take so many O'Shea brothers before self-combustion becomes a real threat. Those are some serious Alpha males and Caleb is the bad boy brother with a heart of gold who knows how to stir things up. I'm still feeling the delicious aftershocks.

And the fun thing is Alanah's just about as scrappy and daring as Caleb, which disturbs him no end. She's led a hard life and is an interesting mix of naivety and worldly wise. And ever so wary of the brash Irishman who has spent the last three years traveling the world. Their romance is the slow burn kind since they are besieged from all sides by danger and pure evil (shudder)! This third story is the darkest of the three, I think, with it's river pirates and highwaymen. A town full of debase criminals are determined to wreck havoc for the O'Shea brothers and those they love. Lots of action including some wince-inducing fight scenes.

Loved the way the author includes much loved characters from the first two books in this one. It's a veritable O'Shea family (and friends) reunion as they welcome the prodigal home at last. Fabulous conclusion to an awesome series!

PS: After meeting all the O'Shea brothers I'd like to assure Connor (my first love) that he continues to have an edge over Quinn and Caleb. As swoonworthy as those younger brothers are, Connor will always make me swoon a wee bit deeper....blissful sigh. I think it's time to reread his story one more time. :-)

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