4.5 Stars!! The drama, the secrets, and the roller coaster ride continues! As we head back to Charlemont, Kentucky, we're witnesses once again to the turmoil being experienced by the Bradford family. When a suicide begins to look more like a murder, and the family fortune is at risk, everyone struggles to figure out what role they'll play and whether they'll be part of the solution or part of the problem. This new series is proving to be addictive and, as it continues, I am beginning to see how, just like I do for BDB, I'll wait (rather impatiently) for each installment...anxious to see what happens next! 
 Although the book description seems to imply that the main focus of this book will be Edward, the eldest brother, in reality it's still Lane and Lizzie who are at the forefront of the story. We follow these two as they not only adjust to being back together but also as each character grows in light of the new responsibilities thrust upon them. I really liked Lane in the first book but loved him even more here. The former playboy poker player finds himself as the lone member of this family willing and able to take control. And do that he does...even if at times he has to do things he's not too proud of. His determination to deal with the turbulence and protect his family is admirable and makes his character easy to love. Of course, I also enjoyed Edward once again and yet I wanted to shake him several times. He's true to his character once again...the big brother who will do what needs to be done, will sacrifice everything for his siblings. And, although honorable, I fear for him based on some of his choices. Finally, Gin and Samuel T. both drove me crazy and kept me captivated in this story. These two need to pull themselves together, need to share their secrets, and need to get to some smooching already!! But, of course, it's secrets, misunderstandings, lies, and miscommunication that drives the reader to distraction...and keeps them glued to the pages. 
 This is the stuff that TV drama series are made of...romance, murder, wealth, sex, and all the scandal you can handle. With enough story lines to keep me captivated and main characters who have captured my imagination, this is a series that has quickly become a guilty pleasure. I'm definitely looking forward to what will happen next and am anxious to test out some of my conspiracy theories as the story continues. Only time will tell if I'm right about some things...it's such a shame I'll need to wait so long to find out more!