Warrior's Embrace

by Peggy Webb

Angel's Touch

For nine lonely, bitter years Steve Thunderhorse had cut himself off from feeling. He was certain he never could, never WANTED, to put behind him the unspeakable tragedy that had forever altered the course of his life. But when the elusive Native American first looked into the bluest eyes this side of heaven, his heart was a war drum, his blood a river of fire. Angel Mercer's vulnerability touched him in ways he hadn't felt in years, and for a moment the warrior believed one pure woman could create miracles and tumble the walls he'd built around his heart.

Perhaps the road to redemption COULD be forged...with Angel leading the way.

Genres: Romance

256 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Peggy Webb. USA Today Bestseller, is the author of more than 100 novels. Her thrillers and literary novels have topped Amazon charts. A former adjunct instructor of writing at Mississippi State University, Millions of her novels have sold around the world in more than 25 languages. Peggy is the most prolific writer her home state of Mississippi has ever produced, and she is considered one of the most beloved and iconic authors in the business. Pat Conroy calls her literary work "astonishing," Kathie Fong Yoneda labels it "brilliant," and readers consider her books "Must Reads." Peggy's has won numerous awards, including many Reviewer's Choice, the Maggie, a Waldenbooks Award for #1 Bestseller of the Year, several Word Weaving Award of Excellence, and the prestigious Pioneer Award for creating the subgenre of romantic comedy. One of her novels was submitted for a Pulitzer. Peggy also writes under the pen names, Anna Michaels and Elaine Hussey.

Peggy is an accomplished pianist and singer, and has graced the stage of her local community theater in roles such as M'lynn in Steel Magnolias (played by Sally Field in the movie), and the White Witch in The Lion, The Witch, and the Wardrobe. She composed the blues lyrics she credited to her characters in two of her books, including her latest thriller series from Bookouture, the Logan Sisters. She passed her love of music to her family. Her son plays guitar and harmonica, her daughter and two granddaughters sing, her youngest grandson plays piano, and her grandson David Webb made the gorgeous photographs that appear through her new, state-of-the-art website. For her latest news, visit her website at peggywebb.com, stop by her blog to leave a note, and contact her with any questions. She appreciates her fans and loves hearing what you think.



Series:
* Westmoreland Diaries
* A Southern Cousins Mystery

Reviews

[Esther · Rating 1 out of 5]

So, on occasion, I dig into the back of my TBR shelf and come up with something that's been sitting around for a while, waiting to be read. Most of the time, they're books people have given me to read that just didn't have enough appeal to jump right in, when I got them. They're usually dusty, and often from the 80s or 90s.

This one was no exception. It was a once-upon-a-time gift from someone who didn't quite grasp my reading style. The thought was appreciated at the time, but the book didn't appeal enough to read, then.

I'm always happy to be surprised when a book I didn't find appealing at one time ends up being a book I love. I wish I could say that was the case, with this one. Sadly, it isn't.

The story of Angel Mercer and Steve Thunderhorse started out with promise. I love the opening, set during Desert Storm. It had a great deal of depth and character.

Then, the book fast-forwards to 2000, and Angel comes on the scene. And the story falls apart, in my eyes.

Now, I've never made any bones about the fact that I prefer strong, self-reliant heroines. I don't mind softer ones, either, if they still manage to have a mind of their own. Unfortunately, Angel doesn't. She's dominated by nearly every other character in the book, including the hero. She's the archetypical damsel in distress, content to let just about everyone rescue her, all while prettily protesting that she can do it herself.

Being a writer, myself, I tend to be kind in my reviews - I WANT to see the redeeming qualities of a story, and its characters. In this case, while the general premise behind the book was good, the characters and the outward story fell flat for me.

But, as always, we all form our own opinions, and this is merely mine.