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The
location this time is the Outer Banks. The plot revolves around three
issues: PTSD, the history of German submarines during WW II, and the
area's current use by nefarious and dangerous characters. Carter has
included an Author's Note so we know that U-boats were off the coast
during the war and her historical aspects of the novel are a
possibility. That the plot dealt with three major issues did mean
that it was a bit complex. A more satisfying plot for me would have
concentrated on just two issues.
I
felt the major characters in the novel were a bit over dramatized.
Caden struggled with meaning in life after loosing his leg to an IED.
McKenna suffered from deep hurt caused by the death of her fiance. I
liked many of McKenna's character traits but, like Caden's, felt they
were larger than life. I thought the revealing of obstacles in their
relationship and then getting over them was a bit repetitive. And the
bad guy, well he was characterized to the point I knew who he was
early on.
That
being said, I did enjoy the novel and do recommend it to readers of
Christian romantic suspense. There is a good presentation of the
healing that comes from a relationship with the Lord. You'll learn
about the culture and history of the Outer Banks, possible current
illegal activities, and you'll be exposed to a good bit of suspense.
My
rating: 4/5 stars.
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Gilead
Publishing, 320 pages.
I
received a complimentary egalley of this book from the publisher. My
comments are an independent and honest review.
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