The Colony by Cami Checketts
To protect her sons from the mistakes of her past, Brinlee Trapper escapes to a secluded mountain home. But there are dangers lurking in the mountains she has never encountered. The little family is saved from injury by Jed, a mysterious hunter. Brinlee is drawn to him, but she worries about his involvement with a peaceful commune hidden deep in the mountains behind her property.
Lance, Brinlee’s attentive neighbor, has his own troubled history. Between his obvious attraction to Brinlee and his developing love for her children, Brinlee finds it more than difficult to guard her heart against this tender intrusion.
While Jed offers a life of excitement and freedom, Lance holds the key to the family Brinlee always wanted. When it comes time to choose, she learns that both men have secrets that could shatter her fledgling trust in men and the wrong decision could leave more than her heart exposed to danger.
Praise
“Cami Checketts is a genius! She writes about topics that aren’t widely discussed, in and out of books, and she does such a brilliant job of crafting these things into wonderful stories that touch your heart and remain with you for days afterwards.” ~Myra, Reviewer, Pieces of Whimsy
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Excerpt:
Lance sauntered back into the living room. “We said prayers, checked for bad guys in the closet, made up two stories, sang three songs about Jesus, and I think he’s finally asleep.” He sank onto the overstuffed chair. “How do you do it?”
Brinlee lifted one shoulder. “I’m an angel.”
His bronze cheek crinkled. “I have never doubted that.”
“Seriously, I have a lot of help from up above.” And she was serious; sometimes that help was the only thing that pulled her through.
Lance’s eyes softened. “I don’t doubt that either.” He stood and walked to her side. Brushing his fingers along her cheek, he said, “Do you know how impressive you are?”
Brinlee clutched a decorative pillow in her fingers. She slowly plucked at the fringe. “Too impressive for words, I’m sure.”
“Exactly.” Lance placed one hand on the couch cushion, the other next to her abdomen. She was pinned in. Her breath came fast and shallow. She watched as his head slowly descended. He was going to kiss her. Brinlee fought to breathe. She said a prayer for strength and guidance but was too caught in the moment to listen for an answer. Besides, it was just a kiss and she wanted nothing more than to feel his lips take command of hers. Brinlee arched up to meet him.
Lance’s mouth moved a fraction. He softly brushed her cheek with his lips and whispered against the side of her mouth, “The most impressive woman I know.”
Review
Review
Single mother
Brinlee Trapper made the choice to move to her quiet mountain home to raise her
two sons. However, in her plans to
provide a safe and happy home, she never thought she would be in danger from
the wildlife.
Hurt and scrambling
to save her children, Brinlee befriends a mountain man who shows up suddenly,
protecting her family. When he is
introduced to her neighbor Lance though, it is not instant praise for the
mysterious man who has inserted himself into Brinlee's life. A path is being set that Brinlee never
expected and if she is not careful she could lose everything she set out to
protect.
I didn't want to
reveal too much of the plot because you would never in a million years guess
what happens. I have read Cami Checketts
writes another fantastic story that keeps you on the edge of your seat. Completely unpredictable and as usual the
author finds a way of keeping the reader off kilter as the story unfolds.
Author Cami Checketts
Cami Checketts is married and the proud mother of four future WWF champions. Sometimes
Cami graduated from Utah State University with a degree in Exercise Science. Cami teaches strength training classes at her local rec and shares healthy living tips on her fitness blog: http://fitnessformom.blogspot.com.
Cami and her family live in the beautiful Cache Valley of Northern Utah. During the two months of the year it isn’t snowing, she enjoys swimming, biking, running, and water-skiing.
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Thank you for sharing! I'm so happy you enjoyed the book.
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Cami