The Texas Ranger

Audiobook: narrated by Phil Gigante

Mix a frustratingly obvious mystery (not) with a couple of illogical and pathetic main characters, and *ta-da* = an eye-rolling romance. Urgh!! I had so much trouble not giving up on this book. I read it for a challenge and that is the ONLY reason I persisted. No more DP for me.

Narrator: 4 stars. Great characterisation (when I could separate my hands from my hair and distance myself enough to appreciate the narration). Not too keen on his masculine laugh (it reminds me of a puppet laugh or the Count from Sesame Street) - but I think the book really affected my ability to appreciate his vocalisations.

so-so romance story, about a texas ranger and an investigator who split up 2 years earlier over accusations and misunderstandings

2 1/2 stars. Really didn't like The Texas Ranger - the writing was mediocre, the plot ok with elements of ugh, and the characters not particularly likable.

This time there's more at stake than just his heart. When Texas Ranger Marc Brannon returns to the line of duty, a high-profile murder mystery pits him against the vibrant - and vulnerable - junior investigator from his past. Years ago, Josette Langley made no secret of the fact that she was desperately in love with the rugged lawman, and despite their differences, the rough-hewn loner became drawn to the innocent young woman. Yet Marc and Josette parted on explosive terms when she made a shocking accusation that shattered both their lives. Now they are back together again....