
War-torn drifter, Jack McClean is left with nothing but bad memories, scars, and a restless soul. When he stumbles upon a burning homestead, and an unconscious woman, beside the Clear Fork of the Brazos River, he stops to render aid. Grieving widow, Savannah Logan, sees no reason to live, and only wants to join her husband and children in their graves. But, Jack refuses to let her die. In saving her, he might somehow find redemption for himself and hope for a new tomorrow. Is it possible that both Jack and Savannah can find a new destiny in the changeable flow of the Brazos wind?

Biography
Jan Sikes is an award-winning Texas author who has been called a wordsmith by her peers. She openly admits that she never set out in life to be an author. But she had a story to tell. Not just any story, but a true story that rivals any fiction creation. You simply can’t make this stuff up. It all happened. She chose to create fictitious characters to tell the story through, and they bring the intricately woven tale to life in an entertaining way. She released a series of music CDs to accompany the four biographical fiction books and then published a book of poetry and art to complete the story circle.
And now that the story is told, this author can’t find a way to put down the pen. She continues to write fiction and has published many short stories with a series of novels waiting in the wings. She is a member of Authors Marketing Guild, The Writer’s League of Texas, the RAVE REVIEWS BOOK CLUB (RRBC), the RAVE WRITER’S INT’L SOCIETY OF AUTHOR (RWISA), sits on the RWISA Executive Council and hosts a monthly RAVE WAVES blog talk radio show, ASPIRE TO INSPIRE.
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My Review of Brazos Wind by Jan Sikes
Two damaged souls come together to mend their wounded spirits.
Jack McClean has seen the worst of humanity during the war and just wants to find a quiet place to finish out his life. When he comes across an unconscious woman next to a burned out home, Jack is given the opportunity to change his path.
Savannah Logan lost her faith in God with the deaths of her husband and two children. She’s living-barely- day-to-day when a fire destroys the one thing she has left- her home. Now she just wants to curl up and wait to die, but an aimless drifter arrives on her doorstep and gives her the will to live.
This short story has all the feel-goods of a much longer novel. I quickly became invested in Jack and Savannah and their journey. Hopefully, there will be more about these two in an upcoming book!
Second chances can be right around the corner- don’t give up.
I’ve heard a lot about this book, and after your review, I really must around to reading it. This and other books of Jan’s have been on my TBR for a little while now, lols. Jan delivers a good short story for sure. Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Jacquie 🙂
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I definitely plan to read more of her books!
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That is pure music to my ears, Jacquie! Thank you SO much for this recommendation!
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Thank you, Harmony! I do hope you find time to read Brazos Wind! I appreciate your support and leaving a comment!
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I feel for Savannah. Probably because I feel like I can relate on a similar level. Sounds like a compelling story. Wishing Jan the best. Thanks for the thoughtful review.
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My brother and S-I-L lost a teenage son- I wouldn’t wish that on my worst enemy.
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Thank you, Staci. I appreciate you leaving a comment and for the good wishes!
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Congratulations, Jan! Thank you, Jacquie, for sharing your wonderful review. I’m looking forward to the read.
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Be ready with the tissues!
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Thank you, Gwen! I so appreciate you taking the time to stop by and leave a comment! Hugs!
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Sounds great. Congrats, Jan. Thanks for sharing the review, Jacquie. Adding to my TBR list.
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Great, Mary, thank you!
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Whoohoo, Mary! Thank you so much. I hope you enjoy it and look forward to your review!
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I enjoyed that review; the story appeals to me and I will look it up. I always have a soft spot for westerns, having grown up with Zane Grey!
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I enjoyed this story too, Jacquie. It was a short read, but so heartwarming. Congratulations to Jan!
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I’m so glad I picked it up! Now I want to visit the Brazos, lol
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Come on down, Jacquie! I’ll take you. 🙂
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Thank you so much, Mae, for adding your kind words about Brazos Wind! Hugs!
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Wonderful review, Jacquie – my dad (a big western fan) also enjoyed this book. Congrats to Jan!
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I used to read a lot of westerns, then got away from it, but Jan has me hooked on the genre again!
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Thank you, Teri, and a huge thank you to your dad!
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Jan Sykes has a beautiful voice. I suspect this story will be wonderful.
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This is my first time reading her work, and it definitely made me want to try more!
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Thank you for the kind words, Jacqui! I hope you enjoy the story should you decide to pick it up!
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Hi, Jacquie! Thank you SO much for this wonderful review of Brazos Wind! I am thrilled that you enjoyed the characters. Who knows. They may just show up again. 🙂 Thank you for your support!
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I’m happy I bought the book after reading some awesome reviews. Really enjoyed this, Jan!
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Great review! I agree this could easily be book;)
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Thank you, Denise, for your kind words! We’ll see if these characters grow into a novel. 🙂
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I’d love to see Jack and Savannah as a couple 🙂
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Excellent review, Jacquie. Congratulations, Jan.
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Thank you, John!
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Jan did a wonderful job with scene setting in this story- I felt like I was right there with Savannah and Jack 🙂
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That’s incredible when in such a short novel you can pack so much Jacquie!
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Very well-written, Sophie. I’m getting into westerns lately 🙂
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Thank you, Sophie! I appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment!
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Fantastic review Jacquie and congratulations Jan.. will share anon… hugs♥
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Thank you SO much, Sally!! I appreciate you!
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Thank you, Sally!
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This book is definitely on my list. 🙂 It sounds intriguing and what a compliment that you’re already waiting for book two. 🙂 Great review, Jacquie. ❤
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This has the feel of some of the great western writers such as Louis L’amour and Jane Gray. Really good!
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And I enjoy a good western. 🙂
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Thank you for stopping by, Diana! And thank you so much for your kind words, Jacquie!
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