"An amusing western romance"
In Purgatory, Texas, no one locks their doors in spite
of the fact that eleven homes have been recently robbed by
the Ghost of Ol' Morty Pike. Actually, widow Regan Doyle
uses the spectral scenario to "encourage" donations from
the reticent purse strings of the rich in support of the
local orphanage. Texas Ranger Clayton Walker, cousin to Regan's late
respected spouse, comes to Purgatory to end the crime
spree. He almost succeeds with his mission upon initial
arrival in town, but the Robin Hood bandit barely eludes
him. When Regan arrives at the home she shares with her
ailing mother-in-law Martha, she faints at the sight of
Clayton also being there. Unbeknownst to either the law
enforcement official or the undercover felon, Martha
arranged for Clayton to come here because she believes her
nephew and her daughter-in-law are perfect for one
another. However, neither one wants a relationship though
both cannot hide their respective desire for the other. WALKER'S WIDOW is an amusing western romance that
requires a critical leap of faith to accept Regan's
successful enterprise into break and enter venture capital
funding of the orphanage. Still the lead couple is a
captivating duet whose antics to avoid their attraction and
to elude identification of her alter ego make for fun
reading. The support ensemble brings the era to life while
the skirmishes between Clayton and Regan prove quite
droll. Heidi Betts provides her audience with a humorous
historical romance that is a sure bet to please readers. Harriet Klausner
Reviewed by PNR Group Member
Posted December 29, 2001
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