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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

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AUTHOR SAMI A. ABRAMS

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Detecting Secrets JustRead Blog + Review Tour

Welcome to the Blog Tour for Detecting Secrets by Sami A. Abrams, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

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About the Book

Title: Detecting Secrets

Series: Deputies of Anderson

County #3

Author: Sami A. Abrams

Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense

Release Date: February 21, 2023

Genre: Christian Romantic Suspense

Tracking the scents of the missing might be the only way to save them.

Partnered with her air-scent dog and Sheriff Dennis Monroe, marriage and family therapist Charlotte Bradley is desperate to put an end to a black-market baby smuggling ring in Anderson County. Who is kidnapping the pregnant girls she counsels and taking their babies? As Charlotte searches for answers, she and Dennis must dodge gunfire and deadly attacks. But the sinister agenda they uncover just might include her.

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

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EXCERPT:

The cold air snuck under Dennis’s coat collar. He traipsed through the snow to where Jason crouched, studying tire tracks. “What do you have?”

“Not much.” Jason examined the area around them.

“That’s not what I want to hear.”

Jason lifted his gaze to meet Dennis’s. “Yeah, I get that. But it’s the truth.”

“You said not much. That means you have something. Go ahead.”

“Based on the size of the tire impressions, whoever it was owns a truck or SUV.”

“Well, that narrows it down.” Dennis couldn’t help the sarcasm dripping from his words.

Kyle walked up behind him. “I’d say calm down, but I know what it’s like to lose the woman you love.”

“I don’t—”

His deputy waved a hand at him. “Tell yourself whatever makes you feel better, but it’s written all over your actions.”

“He’s right.” Jason stood. “I’ve never seen you lose your cool. You’re the most levelheaded and chill person I know.”

“You seem to have forgotten the day Amelia landed on my doorstep.”

Jason chuckled. “I’ll give you that one. You were a hot mess. But you never snapped at anyone.”

He opened his mouth to disagree, but that day played in his mind. Confusion, worry and fear had topped his emotions. Then love had covered them all.

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REVIEW:

A blend of strong characters and an intricate plot add up to a good read . . .

Search and rescue air-scent dog handler, Charlotte Bradley, and her amazing canine, Theo, are desperately searching for a missing teen. The young woman has vanished from the home for pregnant teens where Charlotte, a marriage and family therapist, counsels the residents. During their search, the partners discover a gruesome crime scene.

Sheriff Dennis Monroe takes charge of the case involving the missing teen and works closely with Charlotte to get to the bottom of why someone is tracking down the young women. To make matters worse, someone is after Charlotte. There are several bold attempts to scare her away from working on the case.

Readers are treated to a complex plot which takes them on a twisting, turning path with lots of ups and downs and several possible villains and villainesses. No one can be trusted.

The emotional aspects of the case leave the lead characters and the law enforcement team members stressed, drained, exhausted, and frustrated. With courage and good old-fashioned teamwork, they diligently dissect the crimes piece by piece until they figure out what is happening and why. The clock is running, and they need to solve the case before another tragedy occurs.

This book is completely clean in language and content. The faith thread is subtle, but it is present throughout the story.

I received a copy of this book from the author through JustRead Publicity Tours. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are solely my own.

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Other Books In Series:

About the Author

Sami A. Abrams

Award-winning, bestselling author Sami Abrams grew up hating to read. It wasn’t until her 30’s that she found authors that captured her attention. Now, most evenings, you can find her engrossed in a Romantic Suspense. In her opinion, a crime and a little romance is the recipe for a great story.

She lives in Northern California, but she will always be a Kansas girl at heart. She has a love of sports, family, and travel. However, a cabin at Lake Tahoe writing her next story is definitely at the top of her list. Connect with Sami by visiting samiaabrams.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

Tour Giveaway

(2) winners will receive a copy of Detecting Secrets (print US only, ebook international) and a $10 Amazon gift card!

Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight February 14, 2023 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on February 21, 2023. Winner will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only print. Ebook international. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.

Giveaway is subject to JustRead Publicity Tours Giveaway Policies.

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Friday, February 10, 2023

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AUTHOR ELIZABETH GODDARD

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ABOUT THE BOOK:

"Thrilling!"
--DiAnn Mills, author of Concrete Evidence

"Exhilarating!"
--Carrie Stuart Parks, bestselling author of Relative Silence

"Gripping and hard-hitting."
--James R. Hannibal, award-winning author of Elysium Tide

Police Chief Autumn Long is fighting to keep her job in the quiet Alaska town of Shadow Gap when an unexpected string of criminal activity leaves her with a wounded officer, unexplained murders, and an attack on her own father. Despite her mistrust of outsiders, she turns to Grier Brenner, a newcomer who seems to have the skills and training Autumn needs to face this threat to her community.

Grier is in Alaska for the same reason many others are--to disappear--when Chief Long enlists his help. He emerges from the shadows and proves his mettle, but his presence in her life could be a deadly trap for them both. If his secret is exposed, all will be lost. And he's not sure even Autumn could save him.

LINK TO READ AN EXCERPT COURTESY OF THE PUBLISHER

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MY REVIEW:

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A riveting story built on a strong foundation of loyalty, duty, faith, family, and love . . .

I am a big fan of this author's previous two series, so I was looking forward to reading this novel which is the kick-off of her new 'Missing in Alaska' series. I have read dozens of Christian romantic suspense books in the past few years, and I found this story to be unique in several ways.

While the story contains a lot of action, the main focuses are on relationships and on solving an intricate set of mysteries which involve many of the main characters. A tight-knit team of professionals works together to get to the bottom of what is happening in the small town of Shadow Gap, Alaska.

The lead female character, Police Chief Autumn Long, is a skilled police officer whom I came to admire greatly as the story progressed. She has a sixth sense about her that makes her a tenacious investigator and a formidable opponent to anyone who crosses her in her professional and personal lives. She is driven to accomplish her goals no matter what obstacles she encounters.

The lead male character, Grier Brenner, is a mysterious newcomer to the town. He becomes somewhat of a local hero after he saves a drowning woman. He is secretive about his background, but he is loyal to his cause of helping others in need. He is a courageous, compassionate man. He is a protector at heart, and I feel that his presence and contributions to the story were my favorite part of the plot.

In addition to well-developed characters, readers are treated to the author's skill at building a believable and credible setting in rugged Alaska. Weather events and geographic locations play an important role in this plot, and I never knew what to expect next as I read the story!

Autumn's relationships with her brother and grandparents are close and affectionate. They support and encourage each other in times of need. They also work together to resolve problems.

The faith thread was woven into the story from start to finish. The scriptures featured throughout the story were meaningful to the characters and to me as a reader.

The author's attention to detail and the emotion she wrote into her characters' words and deeds make this a satisfying read for fans of Christian/clean romance and Christian/clean romantic suspense. The book is completely clean in language and content.

I received a copy of this book from the publisher through their Revell Reads Blogger Program. All of my thoughts and opinions shared here are solely my own.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR:

Elizabeth Goddard is the USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of more than 50 novels, including Cold Light of Day and the Rocky Mountain Courage and Uncommon Justice series. Her books have sold nearly 1.5 million copies. She is a Carol Award and Reader's Choice Award winner and a Daphne du Maurier Award finalist. When she's not writing, she loves spending time with her family, traveling to find inspiration for her next book, and serving with her husband in ministry. For more information about her books, visit her website at www.elizabethgoddard.com.

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023