Catching the Wind by Melanie Dobson is written in the widely popular time-slip model, which basically means the novel is told from two time periods in order for the reader to understand the story. Even though the story takes place in two different time periods, Dobson labeled every single chapter with the time period, so I was never once lost in what time period I was in. Dobson does a great job at keeping the setting in my mind by drawing me in with her descriptive language. Mixing World War II and London together in a novel is a huge plus for me. Filled with an interesting cast of characters and a plot that doesn't stop, I had a hard time putting Catching the Wind down. I really enjoyed watching Quenby as she searches for meaning and the ability to forgive and let go of the past. Following Brigitte and Dietmar's story kept me riveted to the pages. I couldn't wait to see if Mr. Knight would find Brigitte. Fans of Dobson's other writings, Secrets She Kept by Cathy Gohkle, or Kristy Cambron should pick this pick up.

I received a complimentary copy of Catching the Wind by Melanie Dobson from Tyndale Publishing, and the opinions stated are all my own.

Catching the Wind is the best book I have read from Melanie Dobson so far! It is a brilliantly written story that engages the reader immediately through intrigue. Dobson weaves the story spanning seventy years bringing present and past together in unexpected ways. I could not put the book down!