The Crossing at Cypress Creek by Pam Hillman

Sailing and soldiering around the world has taken Caleb O’Shea far from his native Ireland, so he never imagined that a promise to see a fellow crewman safely home would practically land him on his brother’s doorstep. After spending years away from his family, Caleb isn’t certain what kind of reception he will receive when he steps foot in Natchez, Mississippi. The one thing he knows for sure is that he won’t stay long.

Since her sister was kidnapped by river pirates six months ago, Alanah Adams has taken special care to avoid drawing attention to herself. Those living in the rough-and-tumble settlement of Cypress Creek might even think she’s addled. But when she stumbles into Caleb and his friends in Natchez, she appears to be the picture-perfect lady.

Caleb only catches glimpses of the mysterious and beautiful Alanah before she disappears. But a chance encounter with her at his brother’s logging camp near Cypress Creek leaves him uncomfortable at the thought of the young woman traversing the dangerous area alone. At a crossroads in his life, Caleb must decide whether he wants to give up the worldly adventures he’s been seeking for one closer to home.

This is the third book in the series.  I felt lost at the beginning of the book and I have read all the books in the series.  It took me a while to get up to speed on what was going on.  After getting into the book the previous stories started coming back.  Once I figured out who was who and the previous story lines, it was a good book.  It would be very helpful to read the first two book back to back with this book. I'm giving this book three stars instead of four because of the confusing beginning.

If I would recommend this, it would be with the stipulation that you read the first two.

I was given this book by Tyndale Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.