Book Review: Faith In Every Footstep: A Sled Dog Adventure and Romance (Faith, Hope, and Love Book 1
Genre: Contemporary Romance
Book: Faith In Every Footstep: A Sled Dog Adventure and Romance
(Faith, Hope, and Love Book 1)
Author: Wesley Banks
My Rating: ★★★★★
Synopsis:
On the eve of one of mankind's toughest races, accompanied by thirteen of America's rarest dog breed, rookie musher Kyle Walker only has one thought in mind: win. Discovered in the lowlands of South Carolina, the Carolina grays have traveled over five thousand miles to face off in the 2003 Yukon Quest. But one dog stands above the rest—King. When an unexpected storm strikes, Kyle Walker and the reigning champion are forced to turn back. Stranded at the checkpoint, Kyle and his dogs find solace in a young veterinarian with auburn hair and keen green eyes—Jenna Maynor. In this storm another race is forming, one of an Inuit man racing to save his family. Presented with the choice to help, but at the risk of his and his dogs’ lives, Kyle Walker ventures into the unknown in search of a mom and two young daughters. The Yukon Quest was founded on the premise that a dog driver and his team should be a self-sufficient unit capable of challenging varied terrain and severe weather. But these conditions may prove to be too much, even for Kyle and King.
My Thoughts:
What an amazing story!
This was the first book that I have read by Wesley Banks and I was not disappointed. The story was such a refreshing and enjoyable read. It is well written and keeps you engaged from the beginning to the end. There is such passion in his writing that you are lead through a grand adventure. When you think you have it all figured out there is a twist that will keep you at the edge of your seat waiting to find out what happens.
I enjoyed seeing the passion and connection that Kyle has with his dogs. They are not just pets but they are a part of his family and he treats them as so. My heart just cringed when one of the dogs got hurt or was in a dangerous situation. There was so much anticipation to find out what happens next.
The author writes so vividly that you can picture the scenes and feel that you are right there with the characters. This book is more than just action and suspense as Kyle fights with his own fears of failure mixed in with a slight hint of romance that appears to be forming from a new friendship. A very talented storyteller!
I can’t wait to read the next book by Wesley Banks – I have already downloaded two additional books to start reading. I recommend this book to anyone that is looking for a good clean story with a touch of romance that will pull at your emotions and leave you wanting to read more.