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Sometimes, when I can't decide what to read next, I just pick up one of Nora Roberts' romantic suspense novels and I am never disappointed. Nora sure knows how to leave her readers satisfied. Angels Fall is one of those exceptionally well written, engaging NR style thriller with just the right pace, fast enough to keep one interested, but taking its time to build up the plot and characters.

Based in a picturesque little town at the foot of the Grand Tetons, the story revolves around Reece Gilmore, a survivor from Boston. Desperately trying to cope up with the after shocks of a traumatic event, Reece has been on the road for a while. One day she stumbles in a small Wyoming town. Charmed by the majestic mountains surrounding it and the fresh, crisp air she decides to stay for sometime. She takes up the job of a cook at a local diner and works towards getting on with her life.

One day while hiking on a mountain trail, she witnesses a man strangling a woman down by the river. Reece reports the crime, but when the authorities investigate, they find nothing. No signs of struggle, no trace that anyone was even there. As she is a newcomer, emotionally fragile with a reputation of being skittish, nobody in town believes her, except for a reclusive loner and writer, Brody.

Its an engrossing mystery-romance. The character development is remarkable. Reece, even though vulnerable and and a bit paranoid, manages to hold her ground and works on getting stronger, more confident and is also making friends in town. The way she coped by keeping a clear head for the most part with all the mind games that the killer was playing on her was impressive. Brody, even though some what pushy was exactly what Reece needed. Beneath his hard exterior and grumpiness he is a kind and caring person. The chemistry between Reece and Brody was amazing and very believable which is usually not the case in most romance stories.

With entertaining secondary characters, witty dialogues, small town drama and a murder involved, Angels Fall is a captivating read. The lush descriptions of the mountains, the lake and the natural scenery in general was like a virtual brief vacation in the Grand Tetons. Overall a solid romantic suspense novel and a satisfying read. Nothing less than what I expect out of a Nora Roberts book.