MY REVIEW:

I have read several books by Heather Day Gilbert and enjoyed them all. Queen of Hearts is more of a psychological suspense tale than the others but  wow, what a story!

In it best-selling romantic suspense novelist Alexandra Dubois is haunted by a stalker. When things escalate Alexandra finally agrees to hide out at the remote cabin offered by her editor. Strange events continue at the cabin that cause Alexandra to doubt her sanity and wonder if her stalker has found her again.

Queen of Hearts is masterfully crafted with so many twists and surprises as well as mounting suspense with each page that I couldn’t put it down. I honestly was astonished by the revelation at the end. I thought Alexandra’s character was well rounded and found her autistic actions to be quite believable.

If you enjoy psychological suspense, please take a chance on Queen of Hearts. I believe you will not be disappointed.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Netgalley. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Heather Day Gilbert, an RWA Daphne du Maurier Award winner and 2-time ECPA Christy Award finalist, enjoys writing contemporary mysteries with unpredictable twists, much like the Agatha Christie books she read growing up. She also writes Viking historicals. Her novels feature small towns, family relationships, and women who aren’t afraid to protect those they love. Find out more at heatherdaygilbert.com.

MY REVIEW:

Flashback is the third installment of the exciting Chasing Fire: Montana series created by bestselling authors Susan May Warren and Lisa Phillips. Although it works perfectly well as a standalone, the novel also has a continuing storyline that benefits from having read the previous books in the series.

A dangerous wildfire is approaching and the campsite has been ordered to evacuate but two young boys are missing. Allie Monroe refuses to leave until the boys are found and hopes that her search and rescue dog will help her find them. Unfortunately, because she is still mourning the death of her previous SAR dog, Allie has not bonded with her current dog. To make it even more difficult, Dakota Masterson has joined her search and because Allie is aware of his past, she is not certain she can trust him.

Flashback is filled with danger and action almost from the very first page until its conclusion. The imagery is so vivid that the reader can almost hear the approaching fire and feel its heat. Other complications along the way increase the danger level and add to the suspense. Flawed characters experienced spiritual growth as they learned to forgive themselves as well as how to accept God’s forgiveness and help.

This series continues to get better and I look forward to reading it all. I hope you will also.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Sunrise Publishing Group. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

SECRETS. BETRAYAL. SACRIFICE.
THIS TIME, THEY’RE NOT JUST FIGHTING FIRE.

An original series created by bestselling authors Susan May Warren and Lisa Phillips.

He’s the last person she wants to see…

Allie Monroe is desperate for a fresh start. Grieving the loss of her first SAR dog, she’s gone to Montana to train her new K9, Scout. And when two boys go missing during a wildfire, she’s brought on board to find them.

But the one person tasked to help her is the last person she wants to see—arrogant and dangerous Dakota Masterson.

It’ll take exactly this man to save everything she loves.

Former SWAT officer Dakota Masterson is a new man after confronting the demons of his past, including his first unfortunate meeting with Allie. But admittedly, she’s the last person he thought he’d see again…or have to work with. Still, maybe this is his chance to prove to her that he’s a different man—because she’s the one woman he can’t seem to forget.

However, with the flames closing in, finding the boys might mean confronting the painful memories of their short-lived relationship. Then, Allie’s dog goes missing, suddenly someone is shooting at them, and they find themselves in a race against a wildfire and a threat that wants them dead. More, when Allie goes missing, Dakota’s past—and his issues—come roaring back.

It’ll take the SWAT officer in him to save the day, but will it cost them a future they both long for?

Get ready to be swept away in a world where survival, redemption, and second chances collide in book three of the Chasing Fire: Montana series.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

After growing up on both the east and west coasts, Michelle now loves living the country life in central Minnesota with her own hero and four children. She rocks out to 80’s music on a Saturday night, enjoys playing board games, and is a hopeless romantic. And if you’re wondering, yes, Sass is her maiden name.

Welcome to the Takeover + Review Blitz for Cold Vengeance by Nancy Mehl hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

MY REVIEW:

What a chilling conclusion to Nancy Mehl’s Ryland & St. Clair series! Cold Vengeance continues the search for the accomplice of the Salt River Strangler by private investigators River Ryland and Tony St. Clair while investigating a new case of the disappearance of a popular podcaster. River is still haunted by her previous experiences with the strangler and escalating threats as they work on their new case make them wonder if there might just be a connection.

Nancy Mehl has once again given her readers a thriller that will make them wonder what is coming next. Well rounded characters and vivid imagery are blended with just the right amount of action, danger, romance, and faith to make Cold Vengeance a satisfying read. Multiple twists and surprises led to a most satisfying finale. I also enjoyed watching as the relationship of River and Tony developed as they faced ever increasing danger.

I would definitely recommend Cold Vengeance but suggest beginning with the first book and reading the entire series to get the entire story.

I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by JustReads Publicity. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.

ABOUT THE BOOK:

Title: Cold Vengeance Series: Ryland & St. Clair #3 Author: Nancy Mehl Publisher: Bethany House Publishers Release Date: July 16, 2024 Genre: Romantic Suspense

When a renowned crime podcaster vanishes without a trace, former FBI behavioral analysts turned private investigators River Ryland and Tony St. Clair are called upon to track her down. As they wade through the evidence she left behind, they unearth a startling connection–she may have discovered the existence of an unknown serial killer, and he will stop at nothing to carry out a deadly plan.

As the pair delves deeper, they soon find themselves the target of a relentless enemy determined to silence them. With their lives–and hearts–on the line, can they confront the evil that threatens them before it consumes them both?

USA Today bestselling author Nancy Mehl brings her Ryland & St. Clair series to an explosive close with a pulse-pounding story where the stakes are high and silence is deadly.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Nancy Mehl is the author of more than fifty books, a Parable and ECPA bestseller, and the winner of an ACFW Book of the Year Award, a Carol Award, and the Daphne du Maurier Award. She has also been a finalist for the Christy Award. Nancy writes from her home in Missouri, where she lives with her husband, Norman, and their puggle, Watson.

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