I'm not a fan of romance or historical fiction, but “Touch of Magenta” is a compelling read, even for people like me who like their fiction straight forward and relevant. I finally got a chance to read it while visiting my daughter and couldn't wait to get back to the motel each evening to devour some more.

The people in this book became real to me, as if they were friends or family. I care about them even now. The story-line is incredibly intriguing. "A touch of Magenta" is a true page-turner. You WANT to read everything Linda Loveland Reid writes because she "owns" the art of writing.

“A Touch of Magenta” held me glued to it for the day-and-a-half-or-so that it took me to read it! (Yes, even while eating occasionally.) A story for women, but would also appeal to men. Loyalty, adventure, the pulls of true love, mystery. Heroin addiction and fighting successfully OUT of heroin addiction. The 1906 earthquake! Don't miss this tender, gripping tale.