About the Book
Author: Dana Mentink
Genre: Inspy suspense
Release date: July 27, 2021
Five years ago, her sister disappeared…
Now someone is coming for her.
Who would believe that Mara Castillo’s sister—missing and presumed dead—suddenly sent a one-word text? Now Mara wants answers, even if it means stepping into a killer’s sights with her brother’s best friend, rancher Levi Duke, as her only protection. But with someone who has everything to lose after her, uncovering a long-buried secret could save her life…or claim it.
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My Review
This romantic suspense starts off with a bang, literally, as shots ring out. The suspense is frequent as someone appears to want Mara dead. The suspense is well balanced with character back story and thoughts. The characters are developed well. Mara is a strong woman while Levi seems to be less forceful. I was disappointed at the change in his attitude about the desert ranch. I'd rather have a hero willing to fight for his dreams.
I appreciate the desert setting and Mentink convincing me people actually like living in such parched land. The resolution to the plot, the missing woman, seemed a bit beyond belief to me. It took lots of explaining to make it fit.
All in all, a good romantic suspense in an interesting setting with a maybe believable resolution to the mystery of the plot.
My rating: 4/5 stars.
About the Author
More from Dana
Hello, readers! Boy am I excited! Since the virus-that-not-shall-be-named is being brought under control, I am cautiously venturing out again and our first vacation spot will be a return to Death Valley. Papa Bear and I love the amazing diversity of Death Valley, from the salt flats, to the sand dunes, mountains, and everything in between. Writing this book allowed me to relive the incredible topography, as well as let my mind run loose imagining a cold case that warms up to fiery levels in this ferocious climate. Part of this story revolves around “Camp Town Days” which was inspired by the Encampment Days, an event held in November by a volunteer group called the Death Valley 49ers that aims to capture the pioneer spirit with their wagon rides, parade, poetry readings, a vendor show, and historical talks. I hope you can feel the desert wind in your face and hear the distant howl of the coyote as you dive into the second book in the Death Valley Justice series.
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4 comments:
Joan, Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
This sounds like a great page-turner. I'm really looking forward to reading this!
I really like reading reviews that give a less-than-glowing report. That way I know the reviewer is being honest. Thank you!
You know what? I love Dana Mentik's books. You gave a well thought out and insightful review of this book. I really appreciate that. There are so many book choices out there and while there are limitless choices I have a limited budget for my discretionary income, so even with one of my favorite authors. I am reading reviews prior to buying. Also I like paperbacks better than ebooks so I'm looking at $5-$8 for each book I buy. Your review of 4 out of 5 is very helpful to me in choosing to buy this book. Again, Thank you.
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