The Color of Destiny: do we chose our path or is it chosen for us?

The Color of Destiny is the second book in Julianne MacLean’s The Color of Heaven series. Eighteen years ago, a teenage pregnancy changed everything for 16-year-old Kate Worthington. Faced with difficult decisions and an unforgiving father, she chose to follow her heart and face an uncertain future with the father of her baby and her first love. A tragic accident leads her to pursue a career as a paramedic. At the same time, in another part of the world, 16-year-old Ryan Hamilton makes his own share of mistakes. When a tragic accident opens his eyes to the path he was taking, he devotes himself to pursue a career in the medical field. When Kate’s and Ryan’s lives cross paths, a strange series of events begin to link together. They begin to ask themselves about the possibility of destiny and miracles. Do our decisions forge the path in front of us? Or do  we end up exactly where we are meant to be? 

The Color of Destiny is a beautiful story about the twists and turns of life and the miracles that can happen when least expected. While the story wasn’t as emotional as the first book, The Color of Heaven, it was an engaging story. There is a slow build as to how Kate and Ryan’s stories are connected. The last third puts the story on the fast track as their connection is revealed. I enjoyed the characters as they were relatable and their reactions to events seemed realistic. One downside is the constant changing point of view. The narration shifts between Kate, Ryan and Ryan’s stepdaughter, Marissa. However, I understand why the author changed POVs as she did. It allowed the impact of the story to be seen from three different perspectives. Overall, I enjoyed The Color of Destiny and look forward to reading the rest of the series. I recommend reading the books in order, starting with The Color of Heaven. 

The Color of Destiny is available in paperback, eBook and audiobook.

Book 1 The Color of Heaven is available in paperback, eBook, and audiobook.