A Turn in the Road by Debbie Macomber is one of the books in her popular Blossom Street women's fiction series.

Bethanne Hamlin has no idea of the adventures that are in store for her when she agrees to drive across the country with her daughter, Annie, and her ex mother-in-law, Ruth, so Ruth can attend her high school reunion. Bethanne goes on the trip to clear her head and so she can decide whether or not she wants to get back together with her ex-husband, who cheated on her and left her for another woman. On the road, Bethanne meets a biker named Max, and the two quickly form a bond. But Bethanne doesn't know if it's enough for a lasting relationship, and she can't forget about her history and the children she shares with her ex-husband ...

I've been wanting to try Macomber's books for a while (my mom loves her books), and the cover on this one was just too pretty to pass up.

Bethanne is a lovely character -- a woman who's been through some tough times but reinvented herself and came out stronger on the other side. It's nice to see her success and how much she's grown since her divorce. I also enjoyed the secondary characters, like the feisty Ruth and how she makes amends with the boy that she once loved. There are also lots of nice descriptions of the scenery and the various places that the women see on their road trip.

My only complaint is that Bethanne was kind of wishy-washy when it came to choosing between Max and her ex-husband. She goes back and forth several times, telling Max that she can't see him anymore and that she needs some space, before she finally makes her choice. Also, Annie comes off as a bit immature and bratty at times, especially when she tips off her father about Bethanne meeting Max.

Overall, though, this was an entertaining read, especially if you enjoy women's fiction.