When Justice Comes by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker - A Book Review

   

This last novel in Coble and Acker's Tupelo Grove series is a satisfying wrap up to the many mysteries and secrets that were revealed along the way. A cameo appearance from the protagonist from Coble's Sanctuary series was a nice addition to the story. When Justice Comes reveals generational curses based on the values and morals, or lack thereof, passed down from one generation to the next. It also demonstrates how those curses can be broken through the choice to become a believer in Christ, to abide in Him, and to allow the Holy Spirit to lead one in living in a way that seeks justice and righteousness. The story also demonstrates the power of forgiveness and making amends. While bringing forth such important themes, Coble and Acker also provide an intense suspense tale that is filled with a series of crimes and betrayals, risks and rescues, love and hope.

I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of When Justice Comes from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. 

Where Secrets Lie by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker - A Book Review

  

Colleen Coble and Rick Acker are a dynamic duo as a writing team. Each time I read a new book in their Tupelo Grove series, I am unsure how they could ever top it, and then they do! Where Secrets Lie is an amazing piece of romantic suspense, but if you haven't read the first two books, please do yourself a favor and begin at the beginning. Each story, and most especially this latest release, has multiple storylines that intersect. The plot is most definitely not predictable, which fascinates me. The characters are realistic with weaknesses and past sorrows that work to assert themselves when least welcomed. They are also prone to seeking hope even when it seems blocked at every turn, something that would benefit us all.

The writing in Where Secrets Lie is crisp and focused. It evokes strong emotions of many kinds. The authors' voices consistently meld forming a harmony that creates a strong, singular voice. I am grateful to have received a complimentary copy of this book from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.

  

I Think I Was Murdered by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker - A Book Review

    

Colleen Coble and Rick Acker make an outstanding writing team. While I had to google the name Satoshi Nakamota and know very little about bitcoin or bots, I thoroughly enjoyed this multi-faceted romantic suspense story. The authors provided enough information to help people like me understand the technology without slowing down the story, allowing us to focus on the intrigue. Katrina Foster's husband was killed in an automobile accident,or so she thought. A year later it looked as if it might not have been an accident. As Katrina investigates, she and her best friend are also dealing with the loss of their jobs and possible criminal charges as their boss flees the country after embezzling company money. Multiple family issues compound Katrina's stress which is surprisingly helped by the presence of a high school friend that she failed to even recognize at first, a friend who was dealing with family problems of his own. This story has a lot of hygge and made me want to experience some for myself, especially as we look forward to cooler weather and a slower-paced schedule.

I Think I Was Murdered is the complete package. I highly recommend it, and am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own. 

What We Hide by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker - A Book Review

   

What a wonderful collaborative effort! I have not previously read any of Rick Acker's work, but have enjoyed many of Colleen Coble's over the years. I enjoyed being back in the Pelican Harbor area and Coble's inclusion of some cameo appearances of characters from her Pelican Harbor series. This is the second book that I have read lately that includes portions told from the viewpoint of an unidentified character. It is a tool for building the mystery of who done it as readers try to pair the person's monologue to the traits of known characters, a tool that has its place in the mystery genre, but one I hope does not become over-used. The premise of the mystery, one of embezzlement and smuggling, could easily be pulled from today's headlines. The themes around the struggle to create balance between family and work, and the weight of grief on relationships add depth to the story. The pace of the story is perfect, the authors' ability to evoke emotion stellar, and the character development well-done.

I recommend What We Hide, and am grateful to have received a complimentary copy from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley without obligation. All opinions expressed here are my own.