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The Avid Reader
, March 02, 2024
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Trapped in Yosemite by Dana Mentink starts off with a bang. I thought the author captured the setting of Yosemite National Park. I was unable to connect with the two main characters, Stella and Von. I did not like Stella’s deceit and her justifications. Vonn was a tough nut to crack. I did like seeing the characters grow (personally, emotionally, and spiritually) by the end of the story. There are a number of characters introduced. It takes time to learn about them and keep them straight (which does not help the pacing). The way the characters talked and acted, it made me believe that Trapped in Yosemite was part of a series (it’s not). After the action at the beginning, the story slowed down for a spell. I was happy that the pace picked up in the second half along with the suspense. I did not enjoy the scenes where the two main characters evade discussing their feelings and Stella avoids telling Von about their baby (while everyone around them knows about it). There is tension, lies, gunshots, and extreme weather. Stella and Von work to uncover why someone wants to kill Stella. Faith is woven throughout the story. Two of the main themes are redemption and second chances. My favorite character in the story was Von’s dog, Bear. Trapped in Yosemite had an uplifting and satiating ending.
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