One Last Thing (Seddledowne #1)

author by Susan Henshaw

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One shattered farm girl. The cowboy who's always loved her. Ninety days under one roof.After high school, Silas Dupree couldn’t put his hometown in the rearview mirror fast enough.His hopes? That two thousand miles would be enough distance to make his stupid heart forget Clementine Shepherd, his sister’s best friend.But a decade later, when his twin, Sophie, dies, Silas is forced to return home.In true Sophie fashion, she couldn’t leave well enough alone, even dead. And when the will is read Silas and Clementine are shocked to find that Sophie left her teenage daughter to both of them.With one stipulation.The three must reside together, as a family, for ninety days before deciding on permanent custody. If they fail, a judge will decide Anna’s fate.Can Clementine endure an entire summer... This book demonstrates how effective storytelling does not require constant action. Moments of reflection and dialogue are used strategically to add depth and context. These quieter elements enrich the story and provide balance. The book’s thematic elements are woven into the story in a subtle manner. Rather than presenting ideas directly, the author allows themes to emerge through events and character choices. This indirect approach encourages readers to engage more actively with the text and form their own interpretations.