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4.0 out of 5 stars
From the The Luchetti Brothers series, April 28 2004
Colin Luchetti never stays in one place long, believing he does not belong anywhere. Staying on the move keeps him from feeling out of place. As a photojournalist the only thing he wants he can have; that is, seeing the world and then writing about it. So two months after Army Special Forces brother disappears, Colin receives a note and goes to Wind Lake, Minnesota to investigate the only clue he has - an address that leads to a day care center. Marlie Anderson had been his brother's pen pal but knows nothing about his disappearance. With no other leads, Collin sticks around for a while hoping something will lead to his brother. Twenty-five year old Marlie named her daycare Chasing Rainbows. In a town where everyone knows everyone, and with dreams that do not lead beyond the city limits, Marlie fails to recognize her own beauty, both outward and inward. Her generous curves more than capture the imagination of Colin, and her passion for living touches his heart. But Colin worries that his brother's interest predates his own, and a brother should never poach on another brother's territory. Yet this rolling stone finds a life that is strangely compelling in this tiny town, discovering that even a rolling stone occasionally must come to rest. Author Lori Handeland pens an endearing tale in THE BROTHER QUEST. The disappearing hamster, dalmations, and children lend the story charm and humor. That a letter would lead Colin to Wind Lake seems reasonable, but the tenuous hope that lingering might lead to a clue to his brother's disappearance seems to stretch believability a bit. Nevertheless, the changes that Marlie and her children inflict upon him make for an absolutely delightful read. Marlie's game show junkie mother likewise lends a provocative yet humorous note. This walk on the lighter side will keep readers amused as to the twists love can take, making THE BROTHER QUEST come highly recommended.
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4.0 out of 5 stars
A good book! But should I have read the Daddy Quest first?, Mar 27 2004
I haven't read "The Daddy Quest" which is the book that preceeds this one, but I found this one to be pretty good. All Harlequin romances are formulaic, and predictible, but I was hooked onto reading this. According to the back of the book the premise is:"Colin Luchetti's brother Bobby is missing and the only clue is a cryptic not sending Colin to Wind Lake. What he finds when he gets there is unexpected - a day care center complete with kids, a runaway guinea pig, and Marlie Anderson, the owner. With all his options gone, Colin decides to wait in Wind Lake for word on Bobby. Even though he itches to get out into the "real world", the more time he spends with Marlie, the more he admires her. But for his family's sake Colin needs to focus on solving the mystery of his brothers disappearance. Can he do it without falling for the woman his brother loves?" Of course the answer to that question is No. The book is part Black Hawk Down, part Daddy Day Care, and part Runaway Bride. The characters are well developed, and the ending is good enough not to be guessed at too quickly. I would recommend this highly for fans of the romance genre.
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