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

It seems that each new book by Dana Mentink is even better than the last one and that is saying something because every one of them has been excellent. In her latest, Framed in Death Valley<\/em> the narrative revolves around an already married couple but boy do they have some obstacles to overcome.<\/p>\n

Beckett has just been released from jail after being framed for a murder he didn’t commit. Out of concern for his wife Laney, he has filed for divorce thinking that is the best way to protect her until the real killer is found. As can be easily imagined, Laney is both hurt and angry which makes it difficult for her to accept Beckett’s help when it becomes apparent that her life is in danger anyway.<\/p>\n

With escalating danger and suspense and a surprise or two thrown in for good measure, Framed in Death Valley<\/em> is a page turner that I could not put down until the very end. As always, a subtle faith message with a theme of forgiveness and trusting God was deftly woven throughout the tale. Highly recommend it!<\/p>\n

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

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Book:\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong>Framed in Death Valley<\/p>\n

Author:\u00a0<\/strong>Dana Mentink<\/p>\n

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

Release date:<\/strong>\u00a0March 1, 2021<\/p>\n

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Framed for a murder he didn\u2019t commit, firefighter Beckett Duke gave up on everything\u2014including his marriage to spirited Laney Holland. That is, until Laney\u2019s life is threatened. Knowing the real killer is still at large, Beckett now has one purpose: protecting the woman he loves\u2026and their unborn child. But sometimes an innocent man\u2019s second chance comes with a deadly price.<\/p>\n

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

\"\"Dana<\/span>\u00a0Mentink<\/span><\/strong>\u00a0is a two time American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, a Romantic Times Reviewer\u2019s Choice Award and a Holt Medallion winner. She is the Publisher\u2019s Weekly 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 Poisoned Pen Press. 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.<\/p>\n

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

What\u2019s up in Death Valley?<\/strong><\/p>\n

As the desert vistas opened up in front of Papa Bear and me, I felt an amazing sense of peace. Mind you, we were visiting Death Valley in the fall. No braving the 130 plus summer temperatures for this couple! I simply cannot describe to you the wonder I felt, as a suburbanite from a bustling, noisy Northern California city. There is never a moment at home when I see only open horizon, when I hear nothing but quiet breezes. I was, quite simply, stunned.<\/p>\n

I had done some research about places to visit as potential series settings, and Death Valley was at the top of the list. The websites did not disappoint. Artist\u2019s Palette, the gorgeous peak painted in a rainbow of rock colors? Check! Badwater Basin, the lowest point in North America, glistening with salt and not so lifeless as one might think\u2026check! How about my favorite moment\u2026jouncing along the precarious trail through Titus Canyon? Check! Would all of these incomparable locations be suitable for a six book suspense series? Roger that!<\/p>\n

It\u2019s ironic that I felt so welcomed by such an inhospitable locale. Visiting is one thing, but it takes a certain rugged breed of individuals to live in such a hostile climate. What fodder for fiction! I simply could not wait to get home and start creating the Duke family. And you know what? When this pandemic is over, Death Valley is the first place I want to return\u2026in the fall, of course! Do you have a place near and dear to your heart? What\u2019s first on your travel list after the world opens up again?<\/p>\n

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To celebrate her tour, Dana is giving away\u00a0\u00a0the grand prize of a $30 Amazon gift card, a set of six mini cactus candles, and a signed copy of the book!!<\/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\/1093d\/framed-in-death-valley-celebration-tour-giveaway<\/a><\/p>\n

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