A ★★★★★ Book Review of Secrets of Cedar Cabin by Colleen Coble, a Lavender Tides Novel | A Christian Fiction Suspense Novel
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This fast paced, dramatic story takes readers on an exciting journey to Lavender Tides, Washington.
Oddly enough, this was my first Colleen Coble novel. Being a prominent suspense novelist in the Christian fiction world and a USA Today Bestselling Author, I’m surprised I haven’t read Coble’s books before. Regardless, I’m glad I chose this book and even more delighted it did not disappoint. Rather, it enticed me to read more books from this clever, creative author. Secrets of Cedar Cabin was a book that immediately drew me in and kept me turning the pages as fast as I could. This novel was well planned, well paced and had enough suspense to keep me hooked!
Her mother lied about her identity and her husband wasn’t who she thought he was—can Bailey even trust herself anymore?
Running for her life in the wake of her mother’s murder, Bailey Fleming escapes to the only place she can think of—a remote, dilapidated cabin in Lavender Tides. Intending to finally get to the truth behind the lies of her past, Bailey only finds more questions when bodies are discovered near her cabin hideout along with traces of a dangerous human trafficking ring. In an unlikely partnership with FBI agent Lance Phoenix, Bailey races to understand the mystery surrounding her life and circumstances before the murderer tracks her down.
Meanwhile, Lance is determined to rescue his sister, Ava, who was abducted after running away from home as a teenager. An unexpected lead brings him to the remote cabin, and he wonders if Bailey—with her suspicious past and strange connections to his sister’s case—is really who she claims to be and if she can somehow lead him to Ava.
Filled with Colleen Coble's custom blend of suspense and romance, Secrets at Cedar Cabin takes us back to the evocative landscape of Washington's coast where nothing is quite as it seems. - Synopsis from Secrets of Cedar Cabin
A ★★★★★ Book Review of Secrets of Cedar Cabin by Colleen Coble, a Lavender Tides Novel | A Christian Fiction Suspense Novel
★★★★★ || I enjoyed several aspects of Secrets of Cedar Cabin . The first being the pace of the book. It moved quickly and kept me so interested, I finished it in just a day and a half. Being a suspense fiction lover, I really enjoyed the story line and the plot as it thickened and wove. Being an animal lover, I enjoyed Bailey’s cat and the delight Sheba brought to the story. (I’ve since learned that Coble often includes a pet in each of her stories and that made me love her all the more!).
This novel was a great read, the suspense was intriguing and the plot was dark and sinister, but not in a bad way. The story had romance, a touch of faith and drama. None of it was overbearing or overdone. It was all just right! Coble’s characters were endearing and easy to relate to. Following along with them as they grow in their faith and relationships was encouraging.
One thing I will say is that there seemed to be a lot of characters introduced which left me a little disoriented. As a result, I had the sense the book was a part of a series, which I didn’t know at first. Because of my personality and the fact that I enjoy books more when read in order, I wanted to include this fact. I recommend reading the other books in this series first, but it’s not imperative. Coble does a decent job of making her books stand alone novels, but I believe the stories have more impact if read in order.
Since finishing the Secrets of Cedar Cabin , I’ve actually read the entire Aloha Reef collection which I also highly recommend. Coble is a master at her novels and I’ve enjoyed each and every one I’ve read so far!
ABOUT THE AUTHOR:
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Colleen Coble | Best-selling romantic suspense author Colleen Coble’s novels have won or finaled in awards ranging from the Best Books of Indiana, the ACFW Carol Award, the Romance Writers of America RITA, the Holt Medallion, the Daphne du Maurier, National Readers’ Choice, and the Booksellers Best. She has nearly 4 million books in print and writes romantic mysteries because she loves to see justice prevail. Colleen is CEO of American Christian Fiction Writers. She lives with her husband Dave in Indiana. Visit her website at www.colleencoble.com. You can also follow Colleen on Facebook, Twitter or Pinterest.
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