Case McKenna is taking a leave of absence from his job as a marine veterinarian. He witnesses Brian’s accident and rescues Amy’s brother. He is attracted to Amy, and has some strange connection to the lighthouse.

The small town of Newport is populated by interesting characters. The the ghosts of the lighthouse play a major role.

The truth is revealed in a leisurely manner, making this an enjoyable and suspenseful read. Everyone has secrets, revealed gradually, keeping the reader fully involved.

The lighthouse setting, and the information about the lives of early keepers, is interesting and valid. Amy is strong and resourceful. And extremely curious about the history of the lighthouse her brother and fiancé want to restore. It makes her uneasy in ways she cannot explain. Case is somewhat more complex. His job working with marine animals is interesting, but some details seem odd. The death of a manatee he is treating affects him deeply, but I wish the story had explained why a 1,000 pound victim of a boating accident ended up on the west coast. Manatees are warm water dwellers, and transporting “Amanda” 3,000 miles for treatment seems a little strange. The shipment of penguins from South Africa is explained in more detail. These are the factors that give the story authenticity.

Great pacing and a well-developed plot make this a great story for any romance reader who believes - just a little bit - in ghosts.

Overall rating:
Sensuality rating: Sweet

Reviewer: Lynn Bushey
January 16, 2007