Don Roberto’s Daughter: Natasha by Connor Royce

Title : Don Roberto’s Daughter: Natasha

Author : Connor Royce

Genre : Romance

Blurb (as on Goodreads) :

When Natasha, a young ambitious professional, moved to Texas to advance her career, she left her family and way of life in Mexico, and seemingly her faith. She never intended to fall in love with Sean, an American, who makes her laugh, understands her, and reawakens her faith in God.

When she returns to Mexico, she struggles with separation from Sean, the allure of old dreams, and an elusive diagnosis of the mysterious disease that is killing her.

This romance is portrayed on the rich tapestry of two vibrant cultures. Texas and Mexico come alive while a young woman tries to rediscover the God of her youth – Before it’s too late.

The romance genre is not my cup of tea, but I do read it once in a while and I’m glad that I had been given an opportunity to read this amazing book which brings out the beauty of true love, unlike any other cliched romance books that I had read previously.

“Don Roberto’s Daughter: Natasha” by Connor Royce narrates the story of Natasha, a Mexican who moved to America to learn English for her career advancement. Sean was an American, an ex-airman and a truck driver who delivers foodstuff to a restaurant where Natasha works.

Despite having the language barrier, they both fell in love with each other. When everything seems going perfect, Sean’s and Natasha’s life had taken an ugly turn. Sean met with an accident and Natasha was affected by a mysterious disease. Whether they endured the hardship and stood for each other is the story.

The writing style was lucid. There was an uninterrupted flow in the narration which I highly appreciate considering that this was the author’s debut book. The real-life characters and the emotions these characters encountered and the situations they entangled in are relatable in one way or the other.

The complications in learning a second language for a better living had been shown well through Natasha’s character. Most people will laugh at the bad English one speaks, but I’m glad none of the characters in this book did so. Sean was supportive and understanding.

The author had touched upon various themes like love, long-distance relationship, spirituality, cultural differences and so on. I’m feeling guilty of the unjust as we people do to God. We only remember Him when we want something or when we have a problem.

I liked the Father-son (Sean and his first wife’s son Keegan)and Father-daughter (Natasha and Don Roberto) bond. It was so beautifully presented. The story was slow-paced. The chapters were a bit lengthy but I did enjoy reading it. Overall, it was a good read. I would like to thank the author for the review e-copy.