Holly‘s review of Legends Lake
In the exclusive world of horse racing, Alec MacKenna is known as a hardheaded trainer who cares more for an animal’s welfare than the financial bottom line. After a public altercation with a callous owner leaves his career on the brink of ruin, Alec’s only chance for redemption is Legends Lake, a thoroughbred with Triple Crown potential and a dangerous problem that could end both of their careers. Alec escorts the colt from the bluegrass hills of Kentucky to the emerald pastures of Ireland to meet the woman who bred him, in hopes that she may have the answers that will save them.
Kate O’Sullivan is happy to see her beloved horse come home, even under such disturbing circumstances. In spite of the irascible Yank who came wiht him, she has the feeling that something in her life is about to change forever. As Alec and Kate work to unravel the mystery of Legends Lake, they discover their shared concern for the troubled racehorse could turn into something extraordinary for each other.
This was the book I was most looking forward to. Kate was introduced during the first novel and I was very intrigued by her. I expected Ross to take this in a different direction, with Kate meeting the father of her son again, rather than a complete stranger. I was somewhat disappointed, but still enjoyed the novel.
Kate and Alec don’t get along very well at the beginning of the story. He thinks she’s crazy and she thinks he cares for nothing and no one but himself. Watching the blinders fall away from their eyes about each other was lovely. I also liked the way Ross took care to write about Ross’ teenage daughter and their relationship.
I like that this moved from Ireland to the States, too, though I think I enjoyed the Irish aspects most. The entire series is a good one, with hints of mysticism, magic and a generous amount of love.
4.25 out of 5
This book is available from Pocket Books. You can buy it here or here in e-format.
I read this one a while back and really enjoyed it. I was very much looking forward to Kate’s book and I wasn’t disappointed.
GRRRR! I saw this the other day at the thrift store and I ended up putting it back. I knew I should have bought it! Hopefully it’s still there. 😛