{"id":25579,"date":"2020-06-18T10:23:42","date_gmt":"2020-06-18T15:23:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=25579"},"modified":"2020-06-18T10:23:42","modified_gmt":"2020-06-18T15:23:42","slug":"secrets-resurfaced-by-dana-mentink","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.daysongreflections.com\/?p=25579","title":{"rendered":"Secrets Resurfaced by Dana Mentink"},"content":{"rendered":"

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

Secrets Resurfaced <\/em>wraps up Dana Mentink’s Roughwater Ranch Cowboys series with lots of action and a few surprises. With the requisite romance, personal\u00a0 conflict, a lovable dog or two, and cowboys, this Love Inspired Suspense has everything required for a satisfying evening escape.<\/p>\n

When Dory Winslow returns to the area on an investigation, it is inevitable that she will meet up with her ex-boyfriend Chad. Their relationship did not end well and Chad has unresolved resentment against her related to a past tragedy. Despite his distrust of Dory, Chad cannot stop himself from running to her rescue and making himself her protector every time danger rears its head – and that seems to happen quite frequently.<\/p>\n

The story takes several unexpected twists and turns along the way as what seems to be obvious changes a time or two. It was fun attempting to discover the guilty parties along with Chad and Dory as well as observe the renewal of their relationship as the conflicts were resolved. I always enjoy Dana Mentink’s books and love the way she includes animals as an important plot element. She manages to tell the story without revealing too many pertinent details until just the right point.<\/p>\n

Although Secrets Resurfaced<\/em> is the final book of a series, it easily stands on its own merits. That being said, readers will probably want to also read the previous books in the series to learn the stories of Chad’s older brothers. It is definitely worthwhile.<\/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

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Book:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Secrets Resurfaced<\/p>\n

Author: <\/strong>Dana Mentink<\/p>\n

Genre:\u00a0<\/b>\u00a0Romantic Suspense<\/p>\n

Release Date: <\/strong>June 2, 2020<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a> to get your copy!<\/td>\n

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When new evidence surfaces about a tragic boating accident that put her ex-boyfriend\u2019s father in prison, private investigator Dory Winslow\u2019s determined to look into it. But now someone\u2019s dead set on silencing her. And working with Chad Jaggert\u2014the father of her secret child\u2014may be the only way to survive the treacherous truth about the tragedy that once tore them apart.<\/p>\n

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

\"\"Dana Mentink<\/strong> is a two time American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, a Romantic Times Reviewer\u2019s Choice Award and a Holt Medallion winner. She is a national bestselling author of over forty titles in the suspense and lighthearted romance genres. She is pleased to write for Harlequin\u2019s Love Inspired Suspense, Harlequin Heartwarming and Sourcebooks. Besides writing, she busies herself teaching third grade. Mostly, she loves to be home with Papa Bear, teen bear cubs affectionately nicknamed Yogi and Boo Boo, Junie, the\u00a0 nutty terrier, and a chubby box turtle. You can connect with Dana via her website at\u00a0danamentink.com<\/a>, on Facebook, YouTube (Author Dana Mentink) and Instagram (dana_mentink.)<\/p>\n

MORE FROM DANA:<\/strong><\/p>\n

Well, it\u2019s been a wild ride through the Roughwater Cowboy series! Here we are at the end, with youngest brother Chad\u2019s story. Fortunately, the rest of the clan (Mitch, Liam and Helen) are here to lend a hand when the man Chad\u2019s father was jailed for killing comes back to life. Helping out also is Jingles the hapless dog, and a new member of the canine family, three legged Meatball. Throw in a killer on the loose and a secret child, and we\u2019ll have a \u2018hold onto your hat\u2019 finish to this series. Thanks for coming along with me! God bless you!<\/p>\n

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

\"\"<\/a>To celebrate her tour, Dana is giving away the grand prize package of a copy of the book and a $50 Amazon gift card!!<\/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

https:\/\/promosimple.com\/ps\/fc1a\/secrets-resurfaced-celebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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