Storm Warning: Hidden Bay by Elizabeth Goddard-Christian Romantic Suspense Review

 

 Book Synopsis

"Amnesia, a hero with dangerous ties, and a deadly storm all combine to create a thrilling ride, perfect for devouring in one sitting."--Lynette Eason, bestselling, award-winning author of the Lake City Heroes series

Haunted by a half-forgotten past, former army photographer Remi Grant is working at an isolated storm-watching lodge on the rocky Washington coast when she receives a mysterious puzzle piece. The piece may be the catalyst to unlock a disturbing incident she struggles to remember--the event that sent her into hiding. But with heavy storms rolling in, she must focus on the present, not get caught up in the past.

When a mysterious man at the lodge saves her life--more than once--Remi becomes suspicious and confronts him. After a catastrophic event in his own life, former military pilot Hawk Beckett is trying to get some perspective at the suggestion of his former commanding officer. Faced with the fiercest storm to hit the coast in a decade, Remi and Hawk are forced into survival mode.

But they're not alone at the lodge. Someone doesn't want Remi to remember what happened--and they will stop at nothing to see her dead.

"Elizabeth Goddard's Storm Warning is perfectly named. This book takes readers by storm as her characters face danger not only from outside forces but also from the deadly secrets that rage inside their souls. Secrets that could cost them . . . everything. Highly recommended."--Nancy Mehl, author of the Ryland and St. Clair series

Book Details

• Publisher : ‎ Revell (February 18, 2025)
• Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense/Mystery
• Series: Hidden Bay
• Language : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏: ‎ 352 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏: ‎ 0800746147

• ****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors.  A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****

My Review

Elizabeth Goddard starts her new Hidden Falls series with Storm Warning. Knowing Goddard's skill, I was ready for a great read. She is known for writing amazing Christian Romantic Suspense.

Remi Grant is the main character in Storm Warning. She has amnesia after a bad accident when she was an army photographer. Remi now lives and works at a storm-watching lodge. The lodge is on the rocky coast of Washington State. Hawk Beckett, a former military pilot, enters her life and soon, things get intense for Remi and Hawk. Someone wants Remi dead because her mind hides a secret from her past. Hawk steps up as her hero and protector. He also struggles to heal from his own past mistakes.

I loved the spark between Remi and Hawk and enjoyed the romance that blossomed amidst the chaos. Danger, betrayal, and twists filled their journey along with kidnappings and attacks keeping them on edge. Trust was hard to find as they fought to survive. The story shows Remi's faith in God and Hawk's journey to believe. They both learn the power of prayer.

 Set against Washington's stunning coastline with intense storms, Storm Warning delivers non-stop action. It's full of tension and plenty of false clues to mislead readers. The villain's reveal caught me off guard. Overall, Elizabeth Goddard delivers another top-notch suspense novel.

****Meet Author Elizabeth Goddard****

Elizabeth Goddard is the PW, ECPA, and USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of over sixty novels, including the Missing in Alaska and Rocky Mountain Courage series. Her books have sold more than 1.5 million copies. She is a Christy Award, Carol Award and Reader's Choice Award winner and a Daphne du Maurier Award and HOLT Medallion finalist. When she's not writing, she loves spending time with her family, traveling to find inspiration for her next book, and serving with her husband in ministry.

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Shattered Sanctuary {The Erin Delaney Mysteries} by Nancy Mehl-hristian Mystery Suspense Review

 

Book Synopsis

Was this the last thing she'd ever see? Would she be able to make things right before it was too late?
"God . . ." was all she got out before he lunged toward her.

Grappling with the aftermath of a tragic incident that altered her life, ex-police officer and bestselling mystery author Erin Delaney finds solace in the tranquility of a cabin nestled deep in the Smoky Mountains. But her restful stay is shattered when cries pierce the night, hinting at a lurking presence haunting the woods. When local police chief Adrian Nightengale seeks her help with a carefully arranged murder scene, she is thrust back into the world of crime solving. As they delve into the investigation, Erin's intuition reveals chilling truths about the killer's motives and strategically perfected methods.

Joined by the enigmatic Kaely Quinn-Hunter, a former FBI behavioral analyst, Erin not only embarks on a quest to stop the merciless serial killer, but also confronts the revived ghosts of her past. In a race against time, Erin must defeat her own demons while outmaneuvering a cunning killer or risk becoming the next victim in this deadly game of cat and mouse.

Shattered Sanctuary is a clean, Christian, thrilling suspense novel set in the Smoky Mountains, full of police investigations, haunted woods, eerie threats, and ominous evidence. For fans of high-stakes suspense, Lynette Eason, and Elizabeth Goddard.

Book Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Bethany House Publishers (March 18, 2025)
• Genre : Christian Mystery Suspense
• Series : The Erin Delaney Mysteries
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 336 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0764243365

• ****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors.  A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****

My Review

Nancy Mehl always writes great books, but this one was her most intense. Shattered Sanctuary's intensity had me shouting at the characters telling them what to do, and what not to do. My kids thought I lost it and asked if I was okay. Frankly, I wasn't. A serial killer was loose, and the characters tried to find out who it was even at their own expense. Like I said, it was super intense.

The novel brings together Erin, Kaeley Quinn-Hunter, and Chief Adrian Nightengale. Erin is a former police officer turned writer. Kaeley is a former FBI profiler. They join Adrian in Sanctuary, Tennessee, a small Smoky Mountain town. They must find a serial killer who is terrorizing women in the town. The novel has murder, suspense, thrilling moments, and faith. Erin has PTSD from a past police case. Kaeley helps her face her trauma. We've seen Kaeley in a prior series, and she has a unique way of profiling killers that has a creep factor added in.

Expect excitement and stress as you try to solve the puzzle. The ending will make your heart race. Nancy Mehl always delivers a fast-paced, gripping novel and I highly recommend her books. 

My Favorite quote...

“The worst thing you can do is to stuff your feelings—and your nightmares—inside yourself. It’s like when you cut your finger and someone tells you that leaving it uncovered will help with healing. You’ve got to uncover the trauma so you can heal.”

****Meet Author Nancy Mehl****

Nancy Mehl lives in Missouri, with her husband Norman, and her puggle, Watson. She's authored over fifty books and is currently at work on a new FBI suspense series for Bethany House Publishing.

All of Nancy's novels have an added touch - something for your spirit as well as your soul. "I welcome the opportunity to share my faith through my writing," Nancy says. "It's a part of me and of everything I think or do. God is number one in my life. I wouldn't be writing at all if I didn't believe that this is what He's called me to do. I hope everyone who reads my books will walk away with the most important message I can give them: God is good, and He loves you more than you can imagine. He has a good plan especially for your life, and there is nothing you can't overcome with His help."

You can find out more about Nancy by visiting her Web site at: www.nancymehl.com. She also is active on the Suspense Sisters: www.suspensesisters.blogspot.com and on FaceBook!    

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A Work in Progress By K.A. Ross-Clean Contemporary Romance Review

 

Book Synopsis

Following the death of his once-estranged sister, Elise, Daniel is burdened with guilt and haunted by all that was left unsaid between them. But when he finds himself in possession of Elise’s unfinished manuscripts, he sees an opportunity to “write” his he’ll ensure that her dream of publishing her stories is fulfilled. Nellie, a compassionate freelance editor with her own story of overcoming grief, agrees to help Daniel in what he hopes will be a simple plan to bring Elise’s dream to life.

But even as his collaboration with Nellie develops into unexpected romance, Daniel learns the healing of the heart never follows a simple plan. He is more bruised by grief than he knows, especially when his sister’s seemingly lighthearted drafts reveal hidden truths he may not be ready to face and Elise’s ex-husband, Edward, suspiciously inserts himself back into Daniel’s life. Torn between the past and the future, Daniel will need Nellie’s help if he hopes to truly live the next chapter of his own life.

Book Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Covenant Communications (February 11, 2025)
• Genre : Clean Contemporary Romance
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 224 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1524427829

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My Review

 A Work in Progress surprised me; it was even better than I had hoped! I didn't expect to love it so much. This novel takes you on an emotional ride. You'll feel joy, sadness, curiosity, excitement, and empathy.

I loved seeing the story through Daniel's eyes. His sister, Elise, died from cancer, and grief now controls him. They had sadly drifted apart over the years. He vows to deal with his regrets by having  her books published. Nellie, a freelance editor, helps Daniel achieve his goals. Despite her cheerful nature, she too knows heartache, having lost someone she loved.

The story unfolds like a careful dance on crushed glass. The journey through grief is challenging as many of us know. There are many highs and lows along the way. Daniel and Nellie slowly connect. Readers feel their pain and uncertainty as they learn to trust and love again. The side characters add a lot to the story. They give support, and advice while adding humor and at times, mayhem. 

A Work in Progress is not a typical romance. It is real, raw, and satisfying. K.A. Ross's debut is a book you will love and remember.

                ****Meet Author K.A. Ross****

I love stories so much I can’t just write in just one genre!

Find my fantasy works under “Kay Ross” and my romance under “K.A. Ross.”

When I’m not at work, I’m finding new stories, discussing old stories, or writing my own. If I’m ever not thinking about stories, I’m either trying not to be too invested in sports or climbing up a mountain so I can run down it. I may live in Utah, but I consider any open space with a view home.

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Twist of Time: A Thriller by Gy Waldron-A Thriller Book Review and GIveaway

TWIST OF TIME

by Gy Waldron

February 10 - March 7, 2025 Virtual Book Tour

Synopsis

A fast-paced thriller by Emmy Award-nominated screenwriter, producer, and director Gy Waldron

Detective Sgt. Kate Flynn of the Santa Barbara Police Department is called in to investigate a gruesome decapitation and homicide. Her first clue comes from a most unlikely source: an Anglican monk and Celtic studies expert.

Brother Thomas has been expecting the hand-delivery of a priceless diary of a fourteenth-century Templar Knight, but instead he finds the messenger has been murdered.

Kate and Thomas are pulled deep into a centuries-old mystery with roots in medieval Europe and branches that lead to government intelligence, the Vatican, and a top-secret private lab where untold powers were being alchemized that could alter the face of humanity forever.

It's a race against evil to uncover a plot that could lead them to centuries-old treasure-or to their own demise at the hands of a deranged tech billionaire who has nothing to lose.

With parallel quests for the truth taking place centuries apart, and a touch of mysticism, readers will be taken on a suspenseful journey with one twist after another in Twist of Time, an electrifying novel of intrigue and history.

Readers of thrillers and novels of suspense by Dan Brown, Ken Follett, David Baldacci will savor every surprise in screenwriter Gy Waldron's fiction debut.

Book Details

Genre: Thriller
Published by: First Fruits Publishing
Publication Date: August 20, 2024
Number of Pages: 336
ISBN: 9798869378163
Book Links: Amazon | Barnes & Noble | BookShop.org | Goodreads

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My Review

Twist of Time is a time-jump story with two timelines. The first story takes place in modern Santa Barbara. It follows Detective Kate Flynn and Brother Thomas. He is a monk who studies old writings. A strange death links the two timelines together. They start a journey to find a Templar journal. They also want to solve a brutal murder. The second story is set in 1314. It tells of Brychan, a Templar Knight. He must hide a secret Templar treasure. This part of the story is very interesting and I always wanted to read more.

The story moves smoothly between the present and the past. History mixes with today's tough reality. Both stories have lots of mystery, excitement, and disturbing events. This book is for adults because both stories contain violent acts. The title fits the book well because the story has many twists and turns. It's great to see the two timelines come together for a thrilling end. If you enjoy exciting stories mixed with history, you should read Twist of Time.

Author Bio

Gy Waldron is an Emmy Award-nominated screenwriter, producer, and director who has written chart-topping television sitcoms, dramas, miniseries, and movies. He has created three network series, including The Dukes of Hazzard, and is known for the action-comedy film Moonrunners, which he wrote and directed.He started his writing career in Hollywood working as a staff writer for legendary producer Norman Lear on hit shows such as One Day at a Time. After an eight-year run with The Dukes of Hazzard, he segued into true crime limited series. He received an Emmy Award nomination for the six-hour limited series Billionaire Boys Club, and wrote other projects, including The Menendez Brothers, Brotherhood of the Rose, Innocent Victims, and The Unabomber.His creative work for theater received an American National Theater and Academy (ANTA) Award.In 2024, Gy Waldron received a Grady Fellowship from his alma mater, the Grady College of Journalism and Mass Communications at the University of Georgia. Whether writing for screen, for the stage, or for readers around the world, Waldron is widely known for his unique blend of action, comedy, and suspense, always leaving audiences highly entertained.With a background of serving in U.S. counterintelligence in Europe, Gy (a.k.a. Gyneth) has written about the fields of intelligence and crime. Stationed in Germany in the late 1950s, he was on the KGB desk working with captured Gestapo files and monitoring CIC (Counter Intelligence Corps) operations against various Communist intelligence services during the Cold War. Additionally, he worked with American operatives in executing orders from U.S. Command.He draws heavily on his experiences when writing fiction. Prior to his career in Hollywood, Gy worked in broadcast television at WSB-TV in Atlanta, Georgia. There, he was a director of specials, sports, and documentaries. Gy worked on many civil rights documentaries and directed feeds to NBC's Huntley-Brinkley Report that focused on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his associates.A native Southerner, he now lives in Malibu, California, in a canyon between the mountains and the ocean where he is writing his next novel, Fugue.

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Starling's Weave By L.E. Sterling-YA Fantasy Review

 Book Synopsis

Truth is more dangerous than fiction…in this exhilarating upper YA fantasy that will capture fans of Shadow and Bone and Dark Water Daughter

In ancient times, the Elder Wrights breathed their magic into the fabric of the seven seas. Now what was once an ocean of plenty is slowly becoming a sea of death, and the Talin—a race of hidden mages—are beginning to starve.

And for the first time ever, one of their own has no magic.

Ostracized by her own people, Nieve is certain that the old stories hide a missing piece of the puzzle. It’s just a matter of unlocking the secret.

But when a stranger comes sailing into their harbor, Nieve’s world is suddenly blown wide open. Now she’s sailing on the seven seas—with a too-charming, swashbuckling pirate, a group of strange misfits, and a woman who claims to be one of the Elder Wrights.

It’s like Nieve is living one of the stories she’s always loved…only now, she’s weaving a legend of her own.

Except that the old tales don’t mention those journeys that end in tragedy, a king’s calculated interference, or a world poised on the tides of death.

And they certainly don’t mention mutineers with a talent for stealing a girl’s heart…and lying all the while.

Book Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Entangled Teen (October 11, 2024)
• Genre : YA Fantasy
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 340 pages
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8342877145

• ****I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, NetGalley, book tours, and or authors.  A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.****

My Review

Starling's Weave is a young adult fantasy. It's told from Nieve and Keir's points of view. Nieve is eighteen. Keir is a twenty-two-year-old pirate captain. The story has elemental magic and a slow-burn romance. Powerful mages also play a big role in the novel.  

Nieve was born without magic, unlike the rest of her people and they treat her badly because of this. She wants to know why magic is disappearing. The Elder Wright Mages used to fill the world with magic. Now, her world is dying. Captain Mansaray offers her a ride on his ship. He's handsome and so intriguing! This is where their romance begins. It seems destined that they would meet.

The story gains speed halfway through. You should expect conflict, battles, and fire, plenty of fire. You'll find adventure in a uniquely built world. Nieve and Keir both grow on their journeys of self-discovery. This clean romance is a perfect fit for teens new to fantasy. The ending hints at a sequel that Starling's Weave fans will eagerly await.

****Meet Author L.E. Sterling****

Originally hailing from Parry Sound, Ontario, L.E. Sterling spent most of her summers roaming across Canada in a van, inspiring her writing career. True Born, first in the True Born trilogy, was recognized with the 2017 Athena Award® in Young Adult Literature (paranormal) from the Young Adult chapter of the RWA. She lives in Quebec, Canada. www.le-sterling.com

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The Outlaw Noble Salt by Amy Harmon-Spotlight

 Book Synopsis

From New York Times bestselling author Amy Harmon comes a sweepingly romantic tale of risk, redemption, and what happens when America’s most famous outlaw falls in love.

When infamous outlaw Butch Cassidy decides to go straight, he discovers that too many of the powerful men he crossed won’t let bygones be bygones. To have a chance at a new life, he’ll have to become someone else entirely.

A brief, fateful encounter with the celebrated singer Jane Touissant on the eve of his escape offers a glimpse of what might have been, but Butch disappears, leaving her behind, until their paths unexpectedly converge again in Paris.

Despite having discovered his true identity, Jane trusts the outlaw and enlists his protection on her upcoming American tour. Although Butch is reluctant to agree, fearing his sordid past may put the woman and her young son in danger, the salvation she offers is too hard to resist.

As they set forth on their journey, Butch’s past and Jane’s secrets put them at risk from threats far greater than the law, and this legend of the American West will have to decide what matters most—his life, his legacy, or the woman he loves.

Book Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Lake Union Publishing (April 9, 2024)
• Genre : American Historical Romance
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Paperback ‏ : ‎ 367 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 166251445X

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****Meet Author Amy Harmon****

Amy Harmon is a Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and New York Times bestselling author. Her books have been translated into thirty languages around the world. Amy has written nineteen novels in multiple genres, including the bestsellers, WHAT THE WIND KNOWS and WHERE THE LOST WANDER. Her fantasy novel, THE BIRD AND THE SWORD was a Goodreads Best Book finalist. FROM SAND AND ASH was named the 2016 Whitney Award winner for Book of the Year.

For more, follow Amy at www.authoramyharmon.com

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