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MY REVIEW:<\/strong><\/p>\n

I have enjoyed Robin Caroll’s books since I first discovered her early Love Inspired Suspense novels. I have since then made it a point to at least try to read her latest as soon as it was released. I have been fortunate to receive review copies of many of them. Stratagem <\/strong><\/em>was not a disappointment. In fact the author seems to have upped her game. This one left me in suspense and guessing the murderer until the very end.<\/p>\n

Readers who are also fans of the popular escape rooms that seem to be springing up everywhere should particularly enjoy this book. A similar concept is used by a business that develops adventure games to help companies in their team-building efforts but this time things go terribly wrong and one of the team members is found dead. She just happens to be the ex-wife of Grayson Thibodeaux, one of the partners in the game development business. When investigators decide that her death was murder, Grayson becomes the primary suspect and even his detective friend cannot help him.<\/p>\n

The plot of Stratagem <\/strong><\/em>was filled with twists and surprises from beginning to end. Strong characters were well-developed and all essential to the story. I felt as though I was present at the investigative sessions which helped me learn more about each character. I was not overly fond of the female detective but as the story progressed I was better able to understand why she reacted so strongly to the situation. I was fascinated by the process developed for the adventure games but would personally not want to work for a company that invaded the privacy of its employees to such a degree. A strong theme of faith and forgiveness permeates this highly emotional book which I appreciated.<\/p>\n

I look forward to this author’s next book and can’t wait to see what twisted plot she comes up with for her readers.<\/p>\n

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I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

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ABOUT THE BOOK:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Book:<\/strong> StratagemAuthor:<\/strong> Robin Caroll<\/p>\n

Genre:<\/strong> Christian Suspense<\/p>\n

Release Date:<\/strong> November, 2018<\/td>\n

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A High-Stakes Simulation Adventure Leaves Grayson Thibodeaux the Prime Suspect. . .for Murder<\/strong><\/p>\n

Deep in the gritty underbelly of New Orleans, psychologist Grayson Thibodeaux loses everything when his wife leaves him to climb her company\u2019s corporate ladder. He buries himself in his job of creating mind-bending adventure games for businesses as team-building explorations. When his ex-wife\u2019s company hires Grayson\u2019s to create an elaborate game, he doesn\u2019t see how things can get worse. Until she dies during the course of the game he created\u2026making him the prime suspect for murder.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to purchase your copy!<\/p>\n

ABOUT THE AUTHOR:<\/strong><\/p>\n

\"\"\u201cI love boxing. I love Hallmark movies. I love fishing. I love scrapbooking. Nope, I\u2019ve never fit into the boxes people have wanted to put me in.\u201d Robin Caroll is definitely a contradiction, but one that beckons you to get to know her better. Robin\u2019s passion has always been to tell stories to entertain others and come alongside them on their faith journey\u2014aspects Robin weaves into each of her twenty-five-plus published novels. When she isn\u2019t writing, Robin spends quality time with her husband of nearly three decades, her three beautiful daughters and two handsome grandsons, and their character-filled pets at home. Robin gives back to the writing community by serving as executive director\/conference director for ACFW. Her books have been recognized in such contests as the Carol Award, Holt Medallion, Daphne du Maurier, RT Reviewer\u2019s Choice Award, Bookseller\u2019s Best, and Book of the Year.<\/p>\n

You can find out more about Robin by visiting www.robincaroll.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n

GUEST POST FROM ROBIN:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Behind the Scenes: Robin Caroll Shares Her Inspiration for Writing Stratagem<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n

Dear Reader,<\/p>\n

Thank you for journeying to New Orleans in a web of deceit and confusion with me. Sharing a place that has such connection for me was a pure joy. South Louisiana offers such a laid-back attitude that I often miss \u201chome.\u201d I hope you\u2019ll enjoy sampling a taste of the flavor of Louisiana.<\/p>\n

Years ago I watched the movie The Game<\/em> with Michael Douglas and Sean Penn and was enthralled. There\u2019s just something grabbing about messing with a person\u2019s mind and life by using their own feelings and instincts against them. When this story of Stratagem<\/a><\/em> first began forming, I wanted to use all that intrigue to mess up the game master\u2019s<\/em> life. The end result is quite the ride!<\/p>\n

As the characters came alive to me, I found the theme of forgiveness and acceptance coming out in the story. Some of the emotions within this story are very personal to me, and I\u2019m honored I was able to share them with you. It is my wish that you may be touched by Grayson\u2019s faith journey as well.<\/p>\n

Until next time. . .<\/p>\n

-Robin<\/p>\n

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BLOG STOPS:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Book Reviews From an Avid Reader<\/a>, November 17Babbling Becky L\u2019s Book Impressions<\/a>, November 17Midnight Bookaholic<\/a>, November 17<\/p>\n

Back Porch Reads<\/a>, November 18<\/p>\n

Rebekah\u2019s Quill<\/a>, November 18<\/p>\n

Real World Bible Study<\/a>, November 18<\/p>\n

By The Book<\/a>, November 19<\/p>\n

Reading Is My SuperPower<\/a>, November 19<\/p>\n

Genesis 5020<\/a>, November 19<\/p>\n

All-of-a-kind Mom<\/a>, November 19<\/p>\n

Lighthouse Academy<\/a>, November 20<\/p>\n

Inklings and notions<\/a>, November 20<\/p>\n

D\u2019S QUILTS & BOOKS<\/a>, November 21<\/p>\n

Splashes of Joy<\/a>, November 21<\/p>\n

Moments<\/a>, November 21<\/p>\n

Just the Write Escape<\/a>, November 22<\/p>\n

Mary Hake<\/a>, November 22<\/p>\n

Simple Harvest Reads<\/a>, November 22 (Guest post from Mindy Houng)<\/p>\n

Bigreadersite<\/a>, November 22<\/p>\n

Aryn The Libraryan <\/a>, November 23<\/p>\n

Multifarious<\/a>, November 23<\/td>\n

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy<\/a>, November 23Bibliophile Reviews<\/a>, November 24<\/p>\n

Remembrancy<\/a>, November 24<\/p>\n

amandainpa<\/a>, November 24<\/p>\n

Margaret Kazmierczak<\/a>, November 25<\/p>\n

Pause for Tales<\/a>, November 25<\/p>\n

Book by Book<\/a>, November 25<\/p>\n

Livin Lit<\/a>, November 26<\/p>\n

Ashley\u2019s Bookshelf<\/a>, November 26<\/p>\n

Baker kella<\/a>, November 26<\/p>\n

Daysong Reflections<\/a>, November 27<\/p>\n

Texas Book-aholic<\/a>, November 27<\/p>\n

Painting with Words<\/a>, November 28<\/p>\n

Maureen\u2019s Musings<\/a>, November 28<\/p>\n

Debbie\u2019s Dusty Deliberations<\/a>, November 28<\/p>\n

Janices book reviews<\/a>, November 29<\/p>\n

Carpe Diem<\/a>, November 29<\/p>\n

A Baker\u2019s Perspective<\/a>, November 29<\/p>\n

Godly Book Reviews<\/a>, November 30<\/p>\n

Tell Tale Book Reviews<\/a>, November 30<\/p>\n

Reader\u2019s Cozy Corner<\/a>, November 30<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

GIVEAWAY:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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To celebrate her tour, Robin is giving away a grand prize of a $25 Amazon gift card and a copy of Stratagem!!<\/p>\n

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.<\/p>\n

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