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Why the River Runs

Why the River Runs, April 2017
The Riverview Series #1
by JoAnna Grace

Y&R Publishing
Featuring: Tina Foster; Bo Galloway
239 pages
ISBN: 1940460530
EAN: 9781940460536
Kindle: B06W579JYK
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"JoAnna Grace nails it with 'Why the River Runs'"

Fresh Fiction Review

Why the River Runs
JoAnna Grace

Reviewed by Shellie Surles
Posted April 11, 2017

Romance Contemporary

WHY THE RIVER RUNS is the story of Bo Galloway. Bo has not had an easy life, and after four years in prison, he has returned to his hometown and his grandmother to start over. Job searches are never easy for a man with a criminal record, but thankfully Duane Foster knows Bo's grandmother and remembers who he used to be. Mr. Foster, the owner of Foster Construction, gives him a chance. The first thing Bo must do is meet his new foreman, Tina, Duane's daughter. She is beautiful, and though that makes things difficult, Bo will not let his attraction to her stop him from getting his life on track. Bo has nothing to offer Tina, he just got out of jail, he lives with his grandmother and he drives an old truck that only works some of the time. Therefore, he must work hard to prove himself a valuable employee. Tina does notice him and together they must learn how to trust and love. What I really enjoyed about WHY THE RIVER RUNS is how Joanna Grace seems to be able to write an interesting story about everyday people. Bo has had difficulties and received the short end of the stick more times than not. But he has overcome and not let it determine who he will be for the rest of his life. Things are not easy and they face numerous obstacles, but it culminates in a detailed story, with great characters and a strong story line. Joanna Grace has managed to make me a fan of contemporary romances and I look forward to seeing what she has next in store for us. WHY THE RIVER RUNS has everything you could want in a great book, strong characters, realistic story lines and a hard fought, well deserved ending.

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SUMMARY

Some call this river a taker of souls, a reaper. Sanguine is the Spanish word for blood and God knows plenty has been spilled in its murky depths. As Tina floats on her back, she couldn’t help but feel its more of an artery, giving life to its limbs. Not everyone would agree. Tough as nails, Tina Foster, doesn’t have time for a relationship. She’s far too busy running her family construction company. Tina’s take charge attitude may intimidate some, but to others, she’s a rock, a woman with a plan. Taming a heart this strong will take a man up for a challenge, and so far, there haven’t been too many contenders worthy of her time. Bo Galloway is returning to Riverview after a rough few years. He’s home to take care of his grandmother and prays for a chance at redemption and a fresh start. Untrusting of most women, he doesn’t know what to think of his new boss. He definitely didn’t expect to admire Tina Foster. Bo’s only shot at getting Tina to notice him is to be as strong as she is. Just like the waters of the Sanguine, Bo and Tina must find their flow. Will the waters sweep away their only chance at true love, or nourish a relationship as steady as the river itself?


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