A Choice Considered is the second book in Tracie Peterson’s The Heart of Cheyenne series. It will be a much better read if you first pick up the first book in the series, A Love Discovered. The first book really introduces the main character Melody Doyle and her father. The story is set in Cheyenne in the late 1860s.

Reading about the history of Cheyenne through the eyes of Tracie Peterson’s characters really brings history to life. Melody Doyle is an upbeat character and the antics of her father to assure she is well cared for are quite humorous. The story seems to be well researched as it relates to the days of railroad expansion.

Charles Decker is an interesting character, but at times feels as though he might be too spineless to stand up for his beliefs. Ultimately, he does learn how to do what is needed and more of his personality begins to show. Watching the romance develop between Charles and Melody keeps the story focused on the sweeter things and a bit less focused on the harsh realities of a railroad town.

Review of an Advance Reader Copy Provided by the Publisher

Content Analysis:

Profanity/Language: None

Violence/Gore:  Report that a person likes to get into fights; a character attempts to shoot a stray dog; a character is stabbed; a character threatens others with a gun.

Sex/Nudity: Non-married characters kiss and embrace; it is implied that there are prostitutes around, but no details are given.

Mature Subjects Matter:

Death of parents, terminal illness.

Drugs/Alcohol Use:

Characters drink in bars; mention is made of character liking to get drunk.