This reminds me of the Harlequin/Silhouette romances I read as a teenager. The emphasis is on a growing emotional attachment more than explicit sexuality. There is sexual interaction but it is tastefully handled and takes place after the protagonists have come to trust and love one another. The really interesting aspect of this book is how Maggie deals with returning from war with one leg amputated below the knee. The author deals sensitively with her anger, frustration, and sense of loss, as well as the damage to her self esteem as an attractive and desirable woman. She also creates an interesting back story to explain how Jake became emotionally drawn to Maggie in the first place. He manages to convince her that she is beautiful despite her injury. And he chips away at her resentment towards his family. Conveniently, Maggie's mother reveals how that resentment was misplaced. This leads the couple to a predictable happy ending. This was a pleasing and gentle romance. I also liked the author's portrayal of harmonious Hispanic/Anglo interaction in a small Western town.Get more detail about Dancing in the Moonlight.
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