This is the 5th book in Putney's "Fallen Angels" series, which was written some time ago, but somehow I missed reading it until now. The hero, Michael, is a soldier, and the heroine, Catherine, is married to another soldier at the start of the book, and "follows the drum" during the Peninsular Wars. Their story stretches over several years, and quite a long section is about the battle of Waterloo, including great historical detail and battlefield descriptions. This is a complex and deeply emotional story, somewhat angsty but not painfully so. Both main characters have been through a lot in their lives and are very strong people. It was great to see them form a connection that is more than physical, although that is part of their love story. This book is not lighthearted, and develops slowly, but once I got into it I was engrossed. Just when you think things will settle down because the war is over, they had to go through another incredible harrowing adventure that tested their courage and loyalty to each other. I loved the subleties of the characters, none of them are cardboard cutouts. The heroine has a daughter from her first marriage who plays a great role, I'd love to see her grow up and star in her own story. I also became fascinated by Michael's friends who are the heroes of the other "Fallen Angels" books, which I definitely intend to seek out. 4.5 stars, one of the best by a very versatile and original writer.
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