2017, 368p, Christian Mystery/Suspense
My Rating=5 Stars
Source: I received a complimentary copy via TLC Book Tours, which did not affect my review in any way
Dana has already learned that love isn’t safe . . . but could it be different in Rock Harbor?
As a 911 dispatcher, Dana Newell takes pride in being calm in tough circumstances. In addition to her emotionally-charged career, she’s faced enough emergencies in her own life. She recently escaped her abusive fiancé to move to tranquil Rock Harbor where she hopes life will be more peaceful.
But the idyllic town hides more danger and secrets than it first appeared. Dana is continually drawn to her new friend Boone, who has scars inside and out. Then she answers a call at her job only to hear a friend’s desperate screams on the other end. Soon the pain in her past collides with the mysteries of her new home—and threatens to keep her from the future she’s always wanted.
I love a good mystery/suspense and this one delivered! Dana moves to Rock Harbor to escape an abusive relationship. She reconnects with old friends and meets new ones. She is attracted to Boone and it doesn't take long before they are working together to solve a mystery.
I don't want to say too much because I don't want to give anything away. I enjoyed getting to know Dana and Boone and watching their relationship develop. It wasn't easy for me to figure out who the killer was. For me, this book had the right amount of danger and suspense without being too creepy or gory. I enjoyed it from the beginning, but about halfway through, I had a hard time putting it down.
This is the sixth installment in this series and the first one I've read. I think it works well as a stand alone. I could tell there were some characters whose stories have previously been told and I was still able to enjoy this one. This is Christian fiction with some references to God and prayer (nothing preachy) and is a great read for anyone who enjoys suspense! This author is new to me and I will definitely read more of her work in the future!
USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble’s novels have won or finaled in awards ranging from the Best Books of Indiana, the ACFW Carol Award, the Romance Writers of America RITA, the Holt Medallion, the Daphne du Maurier, National Readers’ Choice, and the Booksellers Best. She has over 2 million books in print and writes romantic mysteries because she loves to see justice prevail. Colleen is CEO of American Christian Fiction Writers. She lives with her husband Dave in Indiana.
Colleen Coble’s TLC Book Tours TOUR STOPS:
Monday, August 7th: Splashes of Joy
Wednesday, August 9th: For Him and My Family
Monday, August 14th: By the Book
Tuesday, August 15th: Mel’s Shelves
Wednesday, August 16th: Diary of a Stay at Home Mom
Friday, August 18th: Read Till Dawn
Monday, August 21st: Reviews from the Heart
Wednesday, August 23rd: Reading is My SuperPower
Thursday, August 24th: Empowermoms
Monday, August 28th: Rainy Day Reviews
Thursday, August 31st: Just Commonly
Friday, September 1st: Just One More Chapter
Tuesday, September 5th: Books and Spoons
Wednesday, September 6th: Christian Bookshelf Reviews
Thursday, September 7th: Jathan & Heather
Friday, September 8th: A Chick Who Reads
Friday, September 8th: View from the Birdhouse
Monday, September 11th: Write Read Life
Tuesday, September 12th: Kritter’s Ramblings
Wednesday, September 13th: Steph the Bookworm
Thursday, September 14th: From the TBR Pile
Friday, September 15th: Book Reviews and More by Kathy
3 comments:
Such a pretty cover.
sherry @ fundinmental
I like the fact that it can be read as a stand a lone. I love series, but I try to read them after they have all come out. It doesn't always happen, but I try. This sounds fantastic and your review was great! Thanks for sharing
I'm glad you enjoyed this book and that it worked so well as a standalone!
Thanks for being a part of the tour.
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