Linda Windsor, Blue Moon

Blue Moon

Linda Windsor

WestBow, Jan 2006, $13.99

ISBN: 0785260641

Twenty-six year old archaeologist Dr. Jeanne Madison believes she knows where the eighteenth century Spanish galleon Luna Azul sunk off the Mexican coast during a storm. With her mentor Dr. Remy Primston, they hire marine biologist Captain Gabe Avery to take the two marine archaeologists to the locale. Though Gabe has strong references, including those of her overly protective brothers, Jeanne has doubts that he knows what he is doing, though she admits to herself he is quite a hunk.

Gabe has more doubts than Jeanne about the success of this sea venture. He has been betrayed before from so called friends, plus the Pollyanna believer in God team leader looks too young to be a PH.D, though he admits to himself he finds her fascinating and pretty. As they sail, Gabe realizes he wants her, and not just for a sea cruise fling. He cannot abide her so called mentor who he feels holds her back. However, even worse in his eyes is her naive attitude towards a charming snake he once called pal; Gabe knows the rat is her rival who will steal the claim and the fame unless he and his crew give 200% to the woman who inspires them to be more than they ever have been before.

The third Moonstruck tale (see FIESTA MOON and PAPER MOON) is an enjoyable inspirational tale starring an idealist and a cynic falling in love while on a high seas adventure. The storyline is action packed, yet the key cast makes for a fun time, as readers will appreciate the antics and competition between the three men now in Jeanne's life. As always, Linda Windsor provides a strong thriller with interesting characters, enhanced by an impervious belief in God.