Sybil’s Review of Keegan’s Lady (Coulter Family, Book 1) by Catherine Anderson
Historical Romance published by Avon 25 Jan 05
I purchased Keegan’s Lady because it was recommended by a friend. I had stayed far away from Ms. Anderson’s disability of the week books, but, omg, I loved this book. I think this was before she found her niche, because, unless you count rape or alcoholism, there isn’t a disability to be found. You know that is a lie, Ace’s check is paralyzed.
I love Ace. He is the fairytale all heroes are based on. Alpha in all the ways that can kick ass and take names, but beta enough to know when to hold a girl and let her cry.
Yes, let’s all sigh.
I really don’t have a bad thing to say about this book. I didn’t get the whole “Keegan’s Whore” thing after Caitlyn marries him. I have always thought once you said “I Do,” people forgave little things, like offering up yourself for a roll in the hay so the guy doesn’t hang your brother.
And what does one say about Patrick? I mean, Paddy, Paddy, Paddy, he needed AA before there was an AA. If I wasn’t somewhat familiar with alcoholic behaviors, I would have thought the shift of before drunk Paddy to drunk Paddy to be too much. But, really, I think that is all handled pretty well.
And Keegan’s men? Happy sigh again. This is a book that so needs a Cynster-like series, but from what I can see there aren’t any. Where in the hell is Stephanie Laurens when you need her?
So my question to you guys, if there is really anyone suffering through my ramblings, does Catherine Anderson have any other westerns along Keegan’s Lady lines? I don’t have issues with the disability-of-the-week books, but I find it funny there is a disability for every brother and can’t see reading that with a straight face. That probably makes me a bitch, but oh, well.
If you haven’t read this and you like westerns, it is a must. I even think it has been re-released. I like it so much that if I see it in Walmart, I will buy it. This used copy looks like it has seen better days.
Grade: A
Wounded by Vengeance: Caitlin O’Shannessy survived years of abuse at the hands of her alcoholic father. Now he is dead….leaving the strong, courageous miss with a Colorado ranch, an unwavering devotion to her brother, a lasting mistrust of men….and an adversary.
Healed by Love: A man of honor, Ace Keegan returned to No Name intending to avenge his stepfather’s murder. But when his calculated anger damages the good name of his dead enemy’s daughter, Ace vows to make amends by marrying the flame-haired Caitlin. For secret pain, insecurity and cruel innuendo cannot dim the proud spirit of the woman they wrongly call “Keegan’s whore.” And Ace is determined to nurture with patience and love the light his lady Caitlin guards in her damaged heart….until it blazes with the power of a thousand suns.
