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Lawna Mackie is an author I turn to when I want some suspense with my romance. She has never disappointed me and I am excited to go treasure hunting in Gold Fever.
MY REVIEW
Are you ready for a treasure hunt? I am and I believe Lawna Mackie will take me on a wild adventure to find it. I am sure she will supply me with a hefty dose of romance with a hunky guy and the woman that gives him a headache. 🙂
Sam received a cryptic message, along with a map, from her brother, Finn. He told her to run, but, of course, we know she is going to be running right into the thick of things.
She immediately makes preparations for a trip to the Yukon and hires a guide, Hunter Gray, to lead her. Hunter is very prickly, but that is just what she needs to find the gold and rescue her brother. She may appear to be a pampered city girl, but she will do whatever is necessary to find him. Ride a horse? Check. Go without a shower? Check.
I love the surprise helper that makes an appearance. Talk about adding fuel to the fire. Seeing I enjoyed the surprise so much, I am not going to share it…but, I will tell you, that is why I love Lawna Mackie’s stories. They may seem familiar, maybe not so dark and intense as a lot of books I read, but they have all the feels…danger and villains, love and romance, and a satisfying ending that leaves me wanting more.
I also love that we have a critter, Savage, who ‘belongs’ to Hunter. His name describes him and he is a bit prickly too…although, I do believe he is a good judge of character when it comes to making new friends.
All in all, Gold Fever may be predictable, but it is filled with action, romance, danger, hot sex, and a surprise or two to keep you on your feet. Also, this is an ARC, and sometimes ratings can change when the final version is published.
I am always eager for the next Lawna Mackie novel.
I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of Gold Fever by Lawna Mackie.
GOODREADS BLURB
Could it be true? The gold existed. A treasure map alluded to such a find, but for over a century it was rumored a fable, one told by an old crazy man—Samantha (Sam) Avery’s great-great-uncle.
One huge problem existed. Her brother Finn sent her the map and told her to run. Sam knew her big brother was in trouble and she had to help him.
In Dawson City, Yukon, Hunter Gray, outfitter and guide had been hired to do a job. At the airport, pick up a Sam Avery and take him to the old Charlie Avery cabin up the mighty river. What Hunter Gray hadn’t expected was for Sam to be a Samantha, who wore fashion designer shoes, had a sharp tongue and a goddess like appearance—the vast wilderness of the Yukon was no place for somebody like her.
Sam had to learn quickly. How hard could it be to ride a horse and live without running water and restaurants for a week? It didn’t matter, her brother needed her and Sam had to convince the ruggedly handsome man and his wolf… yes…wolf, that she was up to the adventure.
Spending night and day together, Samantha knows the attraction between them is growing quickly. Not only is Samantha determined to rescue her brother, but she must now save her heart from a man who doesn’t believe in love.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Lawna Mackie was born in Jasper, Alberta. After finishing high school and post secondary she moved to Calgary, Alberta, married her husband and settled in the small town of Didsbury, Alberta.
Lawna would tell you that a lot of her creativity comes from her mother, who could design and build, just about anything. Her mother never lacked the talent for hand-making toys. “She always amazed me. My brother and I were never bored because she made us flutes, toy cars, and even parallel bars in the trees,” she explains.
Her other creative inspiration comes from her husband Jeff, and the many adventures they have had. It was on one particular trip to British Columbia, when she stopped at the Enchanted Forrest that the fairy tale world called to her to write a story.
Along with the love she has for her husband and family, is the deep admiration and compassion she has for animals. “They bring so much joy and inspiration to my life I don’t know how I would ever live without them,” she says. Alaskan Malamutes are near and dear to her heart. With one Malamute, one Bichon Shih Tzu, one farm cat and a Bengal, her house is never quiet.
Lawna writes contemporary romance and paranormals. One fan writes, “Lawna’s books are well-written and are impossibly good! The scenes are unexpected and very creative. I highly recommend her books!”
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Great review! You clearly put a ton of time into these.
thanks so much j. i try…
I like critters in my stories. Nice review, Sherry.
me too and i love how lawna handles savage. makes for some fun
How fun! A treasure hunt romantic suspense. Love it and now must get it on the list.
yay, glad to hear i can add to your reading list. once you read one of lawna’s stories, i think you will want more
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