K-9 Alaska Rescue

Published December 29th 2020

 by Harlequin Intrigue

Catching a kidnapper takes teamwork

...and a St. Bernard.

Alanna Morgan was raised in remote Alaska by a couple who called themselves her parents—not kidnappers. A jailbreak brings her face-to-face with the past she wants to escape and on a collision course with the woman who stole her childhood. Alanna can’t let other helpless victims be abducted and sets out with Chance, a therapy St. Bernard, by her side. But Desparre rookie police officer Peter Robak has other plans for the civilian investigator. Together, in the mountain wilderness in frigid temperatures, criminals aren’t the only threat they face. A wary alliance and a rescue dog will have to be enough to keep them alive and to catch a desperate fugitive.

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My Review: 

Elizabeth Heiter brings us the second installment in her K-9 Alaska Rescue.  This story dives right into the life of Alanna Morgan who was kidnapped at the age of 5 from in front of her house.  Alanna has lived with her kidnappers, Darcey and Julian Altier,  for many years as a loving family in a small town in Alaska.  One day she decides it's time to alert someone that she is still alive which brings about a turn of events where her kidnappers are arrested and placed in jail. 

For the past 5 years Alanna has lived with conflicting emotions.  She has a certain amount of love and loyalty to the people who raised her because they were good to her, but at the same time she feels somewhat disloyal to her biological family.  She has done pretty good at hiding her emotions, but deep down she's very conflicted.  

The recent turn of events and Darcey's escape from her Oregon prison, Alanna knows she must return to Desparre and face her past.  No one knows Darcey better and that if she has kidnapped another child then she will head to one of the hideouts around Desparre.  

Officer Pere Robok hasn't been a law enforcement long and has faced a certain amount of backlash from other officers because of his disability.  His first encounter with Alanna couldn't have gone worse.  He was suspicious from the moment he heard her name.  He knows first hand about the control kidnappers can have over their victims.  

This absorbing story is filled with suspense, mystery, and a touch of romance.  It brings complex characters that will tug at your heart.  The author shows Alanna not as a victim, but as a survivor.  I love that!! The plot is full of twists and turns that will kept me turning the pages.  

This is a book I would recommend to anyone who loves a good suspense or a clean mystery. 

**I received this book from the author for an honest opinion. All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Uncommon Justice #2

Always Look Twice

Published October 1st 2019 by Revell

Justice lies just on the other side of fear

At the advice of her therapist, Harper Reynolds has traded her job as a crime scene photographer for a more peaceful life taking photographs of the natural world. But her hopes for a life surrounded by the serenity of the outdoors are dashed when she inadvertently captures a murder being committed. She flees the scene in fear--and loses the camera.

Former Green Beret Heath McKade, a reserve deputy in an understaffed county, has been called in to protect Harper, a childhood friend he is surprised to see back in the area. When Harper learns that the sheriff's department can't find any evidence of the murder she witnessed, she is determined to do what she can to see that justice is done. What neither Harper nor Heath could know is how many explosive secrets from the past will be exposed--or how deeply they will fall for each other.

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My Thoughts:

Wow!!!

What an amazing book from Elizabeth Goddard in her Uncommon Justice series!

Goddard is a favorite author of mine, in fact I reread a lot of her books because I have enjoyed them so much.  She has a talent for weaving words together that bring the plot, setting, and characters to life for me. 

This is the second book in this series, but for me it's an easy stand alone story.  Yes, there is a common thread, but it's not necessary to read the first book.  I do encourage everyone to read the first book to get a full impact of the series, but it's not necessary to have read the first one to enjoy this one.  

In this book we meet Harper Reynolds and Heath McKade.  

Harper has had a troubled life and has taken a leave from her job as a crime scene photographer to deal with all the trauma she has seen. She and her sister have been traveling and visiting national parks. She has witnessed the after effects of crime, but the one the has hung on for years was the murder of her father when she was a child. 

Heath owns and runs Emerald M Guest Ranch in Grayback, Wyoming.  He has his own ghosts.  He's a former Green Beret with his own troubled childhood.  He has returned to own childhood home to make it into something more than what he remembered. 

 Memories linger. 

Both characters are strong and complex. Harper once described herself as a survivor.  She shows her strength of character as she seeks justice for a woman who no longer has a voice.  Unfortunately that puts her in the crosshairs of a murderer and danger is all around her.  

Heath is a protector, but lately he feels anything but.  It seems like every time he tries to help something goes wrong, but this time there's more on the line. He sees a woman in distress, but this isn't just any woman. She's a woman from his past. 

I loved this book, in fact it may be my favorite from this author.  It is a fast paced story packed with explosive suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat and turning the pages.  The setting comes to life through the vivid descriptions and obvious research of the area.  This books has elements of suspense, mystery, a touch of romance, and faith. 

 I would highly recommend this book to anyone who loves suspense.  For me this was a one setting read, meaning when I started reading I just couldn't put it down.  

**I received this book from the author via the publisher.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

High Sierra Sweethearts #3

They're as Different as Could Be.
But They'll Need to Trust Each Other to Survive
the Wilderness . . . and the Dangers Chasing Them.

Published March 5th 2019 

by Bethany House Publishers

City dweller John McCall never expected to be out in the High Sierras of 1868 on a wild-goose chase to find the Chiltons' supposedly lost grandson. But now that he's out here, things have gotten even more complicated, mostly due to wildcat Penny Scott. She's not like any woman he's ever met--comfortable in the woods, with a horse, and with a gun.

When Penny and John are taken against their will by a shadowy figure looking for evidence they don't have, both realize they've stumbled into something dangerous. With their friends and family desperately searching for them, Penny and John must make a daring escape.

When they emerge back into the real world, they discover their kidnapper just won't stop. This city man and country woman must bring a powerful, ruthless man to justice, all while fighting a very inconvenient attraction to each other.

My Thoughts:

I was so excited when I received my book.  

Let me start by bragging about this beautiful cover.  It gives the reader a glimpse of th

e story it holds.  

Mary Connealy has been a favorite author of mine for some years.  She brings a story that captures both time and place.  I always know I'm in for a captivating story with elements or suspense, mystery, faith and romance. 

This historical is set in High Sierras during 1868.  This is the third book in this series, but I feel it's a stand alone story.  I would recommend reading the first two books to get the full impact of the series though.  

This story centers around Penny Scott and John McCall.  These engaging characters are complex and intriguing.  Penny is a no nonsese kind of woman who has learned to take care of herself.  Even being in hands of her capturers she still kept her head about her and knew it was only a matter of time until she could make her move. John McCall lives in the city, but he learned how to survive during the war.  He's been working for the Pinkerton Agency and is on an assignment to bring a young boy back east to his grandparents.  Penny doesn't like John, but when they escaped their kidnappers her one thought was their survival.  John realized quickly he was out of his element in this vast forrest and knows if not for Penny they may not survive.

I really liked Penny.  She has a good heart and is motivated by doing the right thing. I think she has spent many lonely years following her brother in the army, but if nothing else she has developed skills that will help her while living in the Sierras.  At first I wondered if I would like John.  He was a typical male who felt he needed to save the weak female, but was pleasantly surprised when he admits that she is more knowledgeable and better prepared that he is about the area.  Just one problem, there's a mystery surrounding their kidnapping and just when they think one mystery is solved another emerges.  

This book brings many twists and turns; romantic tension; characters with a softer side and tough exteriors; faith; and suspense.  What more could a reader want????

I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who loves history, suspense, or just a good, clean read.  

I received this book from the publisher.  I was not expected to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

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Atlanta Justice #2

She's the Only Witness to a Brutal Crime. Now She Can't Outrun the Target on Her Back.

Expected publication: May 1st 2018 

by Bethany House Publishers

Prosecutor Sophie Dawson has taken a new role at the Fulton County DA's office, and her first case involves a local bank employee who may be cheating customers. She's determined to bring justice to those who've lost their savings . . . but her life is turned upside down when she becomes the only witness to a double homicide involving a vengeful gang. 

With her life at risk, friends and family convince her that she needs protection, and private security guard Cooper Knight is hired as a bodyguard. But as threats escalate, neither Cooper nor Sophie knows whom they can trust. 

Unwilling to back down on either case, Sophie pursues the truth at any cost. But her bank litigation gets more complicated by the day, and the gang will stop at nothing to keep her from taking the stand. With all sides closing in, steadfast Cooper is the only man she can lean on. But drawing close may be the distraction that costs both of their lives. 

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Meet the Author:

Rachel Dylan was a litigator in one of the nation's most elite law firms for over eight years and now works as an attorney at one of the Big Three automobile manufacturers. She is the author of four Love Inspired Suspense novels and lives in Michigan with her husband. She loves to connect with her readers both in person and online.  

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My Thoughts:

This is the second installment in the Atlanta Justice series from Rachel Dylan.  
With that being said, this book is definitely a stand alone story.  
I loved this book!!
It's full of legal suspense, mystery, southern charm, engaging characters, romantic tension, and love. 
As the story opens we meet Sophie Dawson, a prosecutor with the Fulton County DA's office, who has just finished a grueling Friday in court and all she wants is salty chips and chocolate.  A quick stop at the convenience store to pick up a snack proves anything but quick when she witnesses a double homicide.  A couple days later she informed that the suspect she identified is none other than Ricky Wade, brother of Atlanta's biggest gang leader and the prosecution depended upon her testimony to get a conviction. No pressure right?? 
Add to that, Sophie has just joined the White Collar Crime Unit of the District Attorney's office.  While her caseload is not as heavy as being in the general trial division, but now as senior ADA she had a lot to prove and set herself a part from the crowd.  She has just finished her first White Collar Crime case and had started an investigation into a Southern Investment Bank matter.  
Unbeknownst to Sophie her father, Randall, hired Cooper Knight to protect his only daughter from one of Atlanta's most notorious gangs.  Cooper has met Sophie previously through mutual friends and has a high amount of respect for her, but how will she respond to his new position in her life.  Sophie takes Cooper's presence as well as she could knowing that her father was generally worried about her safety and if Cooper following her around eased his mind she would endure it.  Cooper has a softer side and a tough exterior which makes him complex and has real issues.  Sophie is a strong woman who could be doing luncheons at the country club, but chooses to work because her love of the law.  Suddenly she's on the other side of the bench, a witness instead of prosecutor, and realizes how her job affects her as a witness.  Suddenly Sophie and Cooper find things are more complicated than they imagined and are literally running for their lives.
For me this legal thriller was very absorbing, by that I mean I was drawn into the story from the first page and held there until the last page was turned.    
This book has elements of legal drama, suspense, mystery, complex characters, and faith.  It's a book I would recommend to anyone who loves legal or suspenseful stories.  
**I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley as part of their book bloggers program.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  



The first book in the series, Deadly Proof, was released in Sept. 2017. 

Standing For What's Right Could Cost Her Everything
Tapped as lead counsel in a corporate cover-up lawsuit against Mason Pharmaceutical, Kate Sullivan knows this case could make her career. What really drives her, though, is getting justice for the victims whose lives were ruined by the company's dangerous new drug. But when a whistleblower turns up dead, it paints a target on the back of everyone involved. 
Former Army Ranger turned private investigator Landon James steps in to handle security for Kate. He's still haunted by mistakes in his past and is determined never to let something like that happen again. But it soon appears someone is willing to do anything--even commit murder--to keep the case from going to trial. 
As danger closes in, Landon can't help but admire Kate's courage and resolve--but will her determination not to back down become too great of a risk? 
  

Blue Justice #1

A murdered partner. A missing brother. Will Isabelle's silence protect those she loves . . . or delay justice?

Police officer Isabelle St. John loves her crazy, loud, law-enforcement family. With three brothers and two sisters, she's never without someone to hang out with--or fight with. And she knows they'll be there for her when things get tough. Like when her partner is murdered and she barely escapes with her own life.

Determined to discover exactly what happened, Izzy's investigation sends her headfirst into a criminal organization, possibly with cops on the payroll--including someone from her own family. With her dead partner's handsome homicide detective brother Ryan shadowing her every move, Izzy's head is spinning. How can she secure justice for her partner when doing so could mean sending someone she loves to prison? And how will she guard her heart when the man she's had a secret crush on for years won't leave her side?

Published January 2nd 2018

 by Fleming H. Revell Company 

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My Review:

Lynette Eason has written another hit. 

I loved this story!!

We are introduced to the family this series will center around, the St. Johns.  This book centers around Izzy, who is currently an officer for the city of Columbia, South Carolina.  She comes from a family that is involved with law enforcement in some sort of way.  Her mother just happens to be the police commissioner and her father is an attorney.  Izzy seems like a woman who seems very relaxed, yet confident in both her professional and personal life.  The loss of her partner hits her very hard, not only did she work with Kevin, but she had also grown up with him. 

This is a fast paced, edge of your seat story.  When I opened this book to the first page I was hit by how close Izzy seems with her family and that pulled me in.  She is a character I could see as a friend I could have coffee with or confide a secret to.  Yet, when her partner dies suddenly she morphs into a person on a mission to find answers and tucks all her pain away until she has those answers.  Unfortunately to find those answers she must face some hard truths which has the potential to break her heart.  Suddenly Izzy finds things more complicated than she ever imagined as twists and turns takes her into a plot much larger than just Kevin's murder.  

This story has elements of intrigue, suspense, faith, trust, and love.  

This is a book I would recommend to anyone who loves a suspense.  I will tell you for me this was a one sitting read.  I just couldn't put it down until the last page was turned.  

*I received this book from the publisher as part of their book blogging program.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

Meet the Author:

Lynette Eason is the best selling, award winning author of the Women of Justice series, the Deadly Reunions series, the Hidden Identity Series and the currently releasing Elite Guardians series. She writes for Revell and Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense line. Her books have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists. She has won several awards including the 2013 Carol Award for WHEN A HEART STOPS in the Romantic Suspense category. Lynette teaches at writing conferences all over the country. She is a member of American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and Romance Writers of America (RWA).

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Set to be released July, 2018

For the past year, Chloe St. John has been working as a K-9 cop with her German shepherd partner, Hank. After being dumped by her fiancŽ for another woman, Chloe has decided that Hank is just about the only male she likes. She's over the whole romance thing and focuses her attention on doing her job. Because a serious case of human trafficking with connections to her missing cousin just landed in her lap.

When US Marshall Blake MacCallum's daughter goes missing, he's ordered to kill the judge he's protecting and tell no one about his daughter's disappearance or she will die. Blake races against the clock to rescue his daughter while Chloe and Hank are asked to be a part of the task force assembled to bring down the traffickers. Chloe finds herself attracted to the silent, suffering man, but thanks to her previous bad judgment, she wonders if she can trust him. And can Blake trust himself around this firecracker of a woman?

Chesapeake Valor #3

The Wrath Is Coming.

But They Don't Know Where-

Or When. 

Published October 3rd 2017
 by Bethany House Publishers

"The wrath is coming" were the final words that FBI agent Declan Grey heard the suicide bomber say. Now Declan is in the chase of his life--but isn't sure exactly what he's chasing after or when the threat will be unleashed on American soil. When his investigation's best clue leads him to a closed immigrant community, he turns to Tanner Shaw for assistance. She's sought justice for refugees and the displaced around the world, and if there's anyone who can help him, it's Tanner. 

Tanner Shaw has joined the FBI as a crisis counselor . . . meaning she now has more opportunity to butt heads with Declan. As they work together to uncover the mounting threat, the tension between them also includes a spark she can't deny--and she's pretty sure Declan feels the same. But before anything more can develop, they find themselves in a race against time to stop the coming "wrath" that could cost thousands their lives. 

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Meet the Author:

Praised by New York Times best-selling author Dee Henderson as “a name to look for in romantic suspense,” Dani Pettrey has written eight novels, which have sold more than 300,000 copies. Dani combines the page-turning adrenaline of a thriller with the chemistry and happy-ever-after of a romance novel. Her novels stand out for their “wicked pace, snappy dialogue, and likable characters” (Publishers Weekly), “gripping storyline[s],” (RT Book Reviews), and “sizzling undercurrent of romance” (USA Today).

Dani’s adventure-focused Alaskan Courage series climbed the CBA best-seller lists, with Submerged staying in the top twenty for five consecutive months. The five-book series also won multiple awards, including the Daphne du Maurier Award, two HOLT Medallions, and Christian Retailing’s Best Award, among others. She turns her attention to crime and law enforcement in her home state of Maryland in her new Chesapeake Courage series, starting with Cold Shot, which Library Journal called, “a harrowing and thrilling ride.” 

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My Thoughts:

I absolutely loved this book.  

Dani Pettrey introduced us to some incredible men in the first book of this series, Cold Shot, who grew up together and formed a bond that would last a lifetime. Declan is a FBI agent, Griffin is a detective, Parker is a CSI and Luke, well he took off in college and no one has heard from him in years. 

Two months ago Declan stumbled upon some incredible evidence, a dying man's declaration, that leads him to believe there's an imminent threat against the country.  Tanner Shaw has recently been hired as a crisis counselor with the bureau and with Declan's partner being on leave of absence his boss assigns them to work together.  Declan and Tanner have not always seen eye to eye on things so he's somewhat reluctant to bring her in on this case, plus his attraction for her could be distracting to say the least.  Tanner knows Declan is not fond of her so she feels working with him is going to add a lot of tension and stress to her life that she really doesn't want or need.  
I think this is my favorite book in this series, of course I say that about every book the author writes.  I have to admit with the rich backstory this series is very addicting. Even though this book is part of a series, it's an easy stand alone story.   This book is full of twists and turns that leads to spine tingling suspense.  The characters are engaging and quickly pulled me in to the story with the first page and held me until the last page was turned.  Yes, this was a one setting read for me.  This book has elements of suspense, romantic tension, turmoil, and faith.  I liked that the characters were not ashamed of their beliefs and values.  
This is a book I would recommend to anyone who loves a good suspense.  
**I received this book from the author via the publisher as part of their book bloggers program.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own. 

Atlanta Justice

Standing For What's Right Could Cost Her Everything

Published September 5th 2017

 by Bethany House Publishers

Tapped as lead counsel in a corporate cover-up lawsuit against Mason Pharmaceutical, Kate Sullivan knows this case could make her career. What really drives her, though, is getting justice for the victims whose lives were ruined by the company's dangerous new drug. But when a whistleblower turns up dead, it paints a target on the back of everyone involved. 

Former Army Ranger turned private investigator Landon James steps in to handle security for Kate. He's still haunted by mistakes in his past and is determined never to let something like that happen again. But it soon appears someone is willing to do anything--even commit murder--to keep the case from going to trial. 

As danger closes in, Landon can't help but admire Kate's courage and resolve--but will her determination not to back down become too great of a risk? 

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Meet the Author:

Rachel Dylan writes Christian fiction including legal romantic suspense. Rachel has practiced law for over a decade and enjoys weaving together legal and suspenseful stories. She lives in Michigan with her husband and five furkids–two dogs and three cats. She is a member of ACFW and RWA. Rachel loves to connect with readers. She is represented by Sarah Younger at Nancy Yost Literary Agency.  

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My Thoughts:

I have been a fan of Rachel Dylan and was so excited to hear of her new release being published by Bethany House.  In fact Deadly Proof is just the first novel in her Atlanta Justice series.  This legal suspense is sure to be a hit with readers.

The cover gives a glimpse at the suspense enclosed.  

The characters and plot immediately pulled me in.  I immediately felt like I was Kate's confidant and she was including me in on everything going on in her life (the stress, hopes, dreams, questions, fears and feelings).  I really liked this character.  She is strong and faithful, but she is also a little naive. Landon James is a complicated character with a history that he wants to put behind him.  His history gives him insight into possibilities and lucky for Kate he's on her side.  The plot is a fast paced and keeps you guessing which for me means it's full of suspense.  The author's knowledge as an attorney gives the reader a glimpse at what is all involved with the job and made me feel like I was an intern learning what the job truly entails.  I love how the author weaves a message of faith into the story. 

This books brings elements of spine tingling suspense, legal drama, turmoil, romantic tension, and lots of faith.  I think this will appeal to many people of like different genres so I will say that I would recommend it to anyone.  I was pulled in from the first page and didn't put it down until the last page, so it was a one sitting read for me.  

I received this book from the author via the publisher.  I was not required to write a review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

Rachel is currently working on the next book in this series and I am looking forward to it.  

Hidden Justice

Beyond Justice

 Hayden McCarthy is on track to become the youngest partner in her prestigious D.C. law firm . . . if the case she's just been handed doesn't destroy her first.
Hayden McCarthy knows firsthand the pain when justice is not served. It's why she became an attorney and why she's so driven in her career. When she's handed a wrongful death case against the government, she isn't sure if it's the lucky break she needs to secure a partnership—or an attempt to make sure she never gets there. She keeps the case alive through sheer determination and more than a little creativity, but then she's fired by a partner with a vendetta.
Further complicating matters, Hayden keeps finding herself completely distracted by Andrew, her roommate's cousin. But his father is a Congressman and she's currently taking on the government. Could the timing be any worse?
The longer she keeps the case active, the higher the stakes become. Unknown enemies seem determined to see either the case—or her—die. Should she fight alone for the dead young man by launching her own unfinanced firm, or abandon the case in order to save her own life?

Published April 4th 2017

 by Thomas Nelson 

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Here's a video interview With BookTrib of Cara discussing her book Beyond Justice:

I am always interested in how characters come together for authors.  If you check out Cara's 

Pinterest page for Beyond Justice it's full of her ideas for getting her characters. 

She does an excellent job of showing ideas she used that shaped her characters and the setting for her new book.  

Let me introduce you to the characters:

Hayden McCarthy is from a small town in Nebraska.  She is currently living with her roommate Emilie Wesley whom she attended law school with.   She is an attorney at Elliot & Johnson and words under partner Gerard Campbell. 

 

 Hayden's roommate and friend.  Awarded the most Creative Argument in law school which works great since she currently works as a freelance writer for one of the Beltway's online investigate online sites.  She also works with domestic violence clients at a local shelter.   She is a cousin to Andrew Wesley.  

 

Andrew Wesley is the son on Congressman Scott Wesley who is now making a run for a vacant senate position.  Andrew spent a total of one semester in law school before he dropped out.  He felt if he finished he would never become his own man. Yet he has a secret he doesn't want made public. 

 My Thoughts:

Wow!!!

I love legal thrillers and this one ranks up there with the best of them.  

The cover gives the reader a hint at the journey Hayden is about to start.  She is given a case from her boss that could be ripped from the headlines.  I can't think of a news outlet or social media site where someone won't be addressing immigration.  Regardless  of your opinion it's a hot topic of discussion.  Hayden's case is basically that a immigrant crossed our borders without correct documentation, was detained and later died at the facility where he was detained.  Now the first question for her is, was the US responsible to provide for his safety during this time? Morally is a different question all together.  I really liked how when Hayden started her investigation into the case she looks are every possible loop hole and angle.  She is a determined young woman and has great morals and intuition.  She has a tough exterior that covers up her soft heart.  

Andrew is a "golden" boy so to speak.  He comes from a very political family, but has little use for politics.  He feels he's been used as a pawn most of his life in the political arena.  He currently works with legal immigrants to acclimate to living in the US.  He has a good heart and generally wants to help people.  He loves his family and is very loyal.  He has dreams like everyone else of one day having a family, but finding the right girl just hasn't happened yet.  

The plot is engaging and offers some spine tingling moments with the twists and turns.  It's full of suspense and turmoil.  If you like inspirational suspense then this book is perfect for you.  

**I received this book from the publisher via NetGalley.  I was not required to write a positive review.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.  

Meet the Author:

Cara C. Putman lives in Indiana with her husband and four children. She’s an attorney and a teacher at her church as well as lecturer at Purdue. She has loved reading and writing from a young age and now realizes it was all training for writing books. She loves bringing history and romance to life.

An honors graduate of the University of Nebraska, George Mason University School of Law, and Krannert School of Management, Cara left small town Nebraska and headed to Washington, D.C., to launch her career in public policy.

Cara is an author chasing hard after God as she lives a crazy life. She invites you to join her on that journey. She's currently writing her 25th book with more on the way. Please check out her website to learn more about her books and read first chapters.

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The next book in this series is set to be release in Dec. 2017.  Here's a brief look at it:

The police say the woman was a murderer. Emilie Wesley knows they can't be talking about her client . . . but she can't prove it.

To the world it seems obvious: Kaylene Adams snapped and killed her daughter and then was shot by police. However, attorney Emilie Wesley knows a different story. Kaylene was a nurturer at heart looking for a way out of a controlling, abusive marriage. Kaylene's death shakes Emilie's world and her belief that she can make a difference for these women. Self-doubt plagues her, and she finds herself struggling to continue her work in the wake of tragedy. Reid Billings thought he knew his sister—right up until he learned of the manner of her death. He receives a letter from Kaylene begging him to fight for custody of her daughters if anything should happen to her. No attorney in her right mind would take on his case, but Kaylene's letter claims Emilie Wesley will help him. Thrown together in the race to save Kinley Adams from a father who isn't all that he seems, Emily and Reid pursue the constantly evasive truth. But if they can hang on to hope together, maybe they can save Kinley—and find a future for themselves in the process.