Hidden in the Night by Elizabeth Goddard

This book hooked me right in from page 1.  Ivy is on the job looking for a missing manuscript.  But wow!  There is much more to the story than what first appears. Nolan Long and Ivy have some big adventure ahead, including an Alaska blizzard and lots of action going forward.  The suspense alone will keep you reading as you quickly turn the pages to see what happens next. I love the Alaskan setting of this fascinating book.  I feel as though I need to go there myself!  This author is amazing and knows how to keep readers captivated. I highly recommend this story!  

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Double Take by Lynette Eason (Lake City Heroes Book 1) A Christian Suspense Thriller with Mystery and Clean Romance

So if you want an exciting read, this is it!  Lainie Jackson is just getting beyond a horrible relationship which she thought was over to his death, when it appears he is back and after her. This is definitely a book that you do not want to miss if you are a mystery and suspense reader.  You will definitely not be disappointed in this one!  James and Lainie work together to try to determine what is happening and to keep Lainie safe.  Lots of drama in this book!  I am exhausted simply from staying up late reading this.  But so very worth it! Can't wait for book 2.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher.  All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Cold Light of Day (Missing in Alaska Book 1) by Elizabeth Goddard

This book starts right up on the first page.  The mystery and suspense keep this police chief, Autumn on her toes, throughout the book.  So many events that keep you wondering throughout.  It is a hard book to put down. And there is some romance there as well. Grier, a newcomer to town, has a knack of being in the right place at the right time.  And it is unclear if he is one of the good guys or not???  Is he holding something back?  There is a lot of criminal activity going on, but why and who is behind all of it?

The storyline is truly captivating and it doesn't take long to become totally immersed in it.  There is a lot of action in this book from start to finish.

I love the Alaska  setting, a place my husband always talked about but I have never been to.   I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher and NetGalley.  All thoughts are my own.

Deadly Diamonds by Sarah Hamaker

Enjoyed this mystery-suspense story by Sarah Hamaker.  This is the first book that I have read from this author.  It is always nice to learn  about new writers and enjoy different types of books to enjoy.  There was a good storyline and some unexpected turns which makes for a nice story. It was a clean romance with added suspense.  So a nice and quick read.  

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the Author with no obligation to post a positive review.  All opinions are my own. 

 

Present Danger by Elizabeth Goddard Rocky Mountain Courage Series Book 1

 

This was an amazing book!  I haven't read any of books by this author, but hope I will in the future.  She writes a spell-binding book that you just can't put down.  

In this book you will have no time to catch your breath as Terra and Jack, a former beau, team together to find a murderer who seems all too elusive.  There are lots of unexpected events in the book as Terra appears to a target for the killer. I love the archeological themes of the book.  I love old Native American art and culture so it captivated me!  

The plot and the characters were so well developed that the suspense was very intense and yet very believable.   Each of the characters have underlying stories as well as their past together that didn't end as Terra had hoped.

All in all, I totally loved this book.  If you like a great suspense, this will not disappoint you!  Not a boring moment to be found!  It is easily a 5 star read.

I received a copy of this book from Revell Publishing.  All thoughts are my own.  

Five Card Murder by Bruce Hammack

 I really enjoy a good suspense and mystery!  This book is another in the Smiley and McBlythe Mystery Series.  If you love a good mystery, you will really enjoy this book.  It's an intriguing book, that will keep you guessing as to who the culprit was.  This author is a great mystery author and I am sure you will enjoy this captivating read!  

This book revolves around a will and the siblings who are all hoping they will be the recipients of the best parts of the will.  During this time two murders come into play and the search for the killer begins.  You will love this book as you read about the various family members wondering and who may be the killer.  But it will surprise you!

I received an ebook copy of this book by the author.  All thoughts are my own.

The Lady in Residence by Allison Pittman

This book was really a fascinating book.  It took me a few pages to get totally into this book, but when I did, I had to keep reading.  It was so interesting and I couldn't put it down.  I loved that it took place in San Antonio and as the author described a Mexican restaurant with murals on the walls, I am sure I have been there while visiting this city.  So I felt totally immersed in the location setting, the plot and the characters.  It was excellent!  

It had mystery, suspense, romance and the ghost, well, that was fabulous.  You gotta read this one!

I received a complimentary book from the publisher.  All opinions are my own.

Lethal Intent by Cara Putman

 Wow, this book has it all.  Legal suspense, some romance and a medical theme.  Caroline's new job as legal counsel for a research lab brings out realistic themes as you see the behind the scenes events that occur as a new treatment for leukemia is being developed and tested.  It's a fast paced book full of action.  

You will find yourself quickly involved in the characters and all their emotions!  So much happening in this book that it will keep you reading.  You won't want to miss any of the action!  It's a book that makes you think and does not disappoint.  With all the Covid-19 going on, it is a very timely book!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from NetGalley.  All thoughts are my own.

The author Cara Putman.

Critical Decision by Richard L. Mabry, MD

Talk about suspense!  It starts out right away and never quits.  What an enthralling book.  I never felt I could trust the good guys and was always wondering who are the bad guys?  And what lies around the next corner.  This was an excellent book.  It keeps you on your toes and wondering throughout.

Being that the author is a retired doctor turned author, the medical scenes are realistic and exceptionally well written.  I highly recommend this book for all mystery readers.  It's fantastic!

I received an ebook from the author.  All thoughts are my own.

Never Forget the Past by Lorana Hoopes

This book was pretty action packed and kept me guessing to the end, who the culprit in the story was.  The story line was interesting where the fire fighter, Matt Fisher, was targeted by an arsonist.  He and Lieutenant Makenna Drake determined that he should keep out of sight and be
"assumed" dead to protect him from further threats. 

Taking on a new persona and his family not knowing that he was actually still living, he becomes Billy or Bubba Campbell.  But after five years, the arsonist is once more starting fires and targeting people.  Bubba returns home and then its a matter of finding the arsonist and keeping him from starting more and more fires. 

It's a good read.  I enjoyed it.

I received an Arc from the author.  All thoughts are my own.

Summer of Suspense Sixteen Tales by 16 Authors

So I love a good suspense and a good mystery, and I was happy because there was also some Amish stories in this set as well.  They are really entertaining reads and I really enjoyed the stories by Vannetta Chapman and Rachel J. Good.  Yes, I'm just a little partial to the Amish stories.  But all the stories were attention getters and you can't just read "part" of a story or "part" of this anthology.  You have to read each of the stories. 

There was a wide variety of storylines and there were a few new authors for me, but many were authors whose books I won't miss!  It was a wonderful price, too, for so much to read and keep ya busy!  Highly recommend this one!!!!