5 STARS for The Convict and the Rose Author: Jan Sikes First Published: June 2014 Genre: Biographical Fiction SubGenre: Romantic Elements Setting: Texas, prison Heroine: Darlina Flowers Hero: Luke Stone Major Theme: An Exquisite Tribute to True Love Despite separation and punitive realities, love, patience, self-examination, and artistic creativity nurture self-growth and a rewarding inner… Continue reading Book Review: The Convict and the Rose