Coble
takes readers back to a location of previous novels. This is the
first I've read of the series and felt it is a good stand alone
novel.
The
novel did get off to a rough start for me, however. The opening
scenes are of a graphic spousal abuse nature. It hit so close to home
that I almost did not read further. So a warning that there is a
graphic trigger situation at the beginning. I would have much
preferred the opening scene been deleted and merely referred to
later.
After
the initial difficulty, I did enjoy the mystery and suspense. The
plot is a little complex as there are two villains. It took me a
while to figure that out, since they both involve a type of spousal
abuse. I felt the characters were developed relatively well,
considering many of them were in previous novels. The setting of the
cold Upper Peninsula of Michigan was well done.
There
are several issues in this novel that would make for good discussion
in a reading group and discussion questions are included. Wanting
acceptance is a major one, going from one character being willing to
endure harsh treatment from a doting boyfriend to another character
concerned about horrible facial scars.
I
recommend this novel to those who like an intense mystery with a good
setting and likeable characters.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
Colleen
Coble is a USA Today bestselling author and RITA finalist best known
for her romantic suspense novels. You can find out more at
www.colleencoble.com.
Thomas
Nelson, 368 pages.
I
received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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