A ★★★★★ Book Review of Silent Shadows by Natalie Walters | A Romantic Suspense Novel

*I received a complimentary e-copy of this book from Revell at Baker Publishing Group via NetGalley.com in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts below are my own. Also, this blog post includes affiliate links which means I will receive a commission based on sales generated via these links.

Natalie Walters welcomes readers back to small-town Walton, GA in her newest release, Silent Shadows, a romantic suspense novel that you will not be able to put down!

Once again, Walters introduces dynamic characters with a suspense-ridden plot and sparking new romance. Capturing the hearts of her readers, she brings alive a vibrant community of relatable characters, southern charm and a thread of hope as she unfolds this newest story in her Harbored Secrets trilogy.

Pecca Gallegos moved to the tiny town of Walton, Georgia, to protect her son and escape the dangerous lifestyle that once defined her. When a series of strange circumstances evolve into threats, Pecca finds herself confiding in an unlikely ally--her stubborn patient.

Army veteran Colton Crawford is desperate to recover from the undiagnosed disorder that is ruining his life, and his instincts are on high alert when threats against his nurse and her son force him to take action. But Colton's involvement only ramps up the danger when he uncovers a family secret revealing that whoever is after Pecca is closer--and more deadly--than they realized.

With this suspenseful new story, Natalie Walters welcomes you once more to Walton, Georgia, where everyone knows your name -- but no one knows your secret. - Synopsis to Silent Shadows

★★★★★ | When I come across books I love, it is hard for me not to sing their praises. Books that capture my attention, heart and soul are ones to be cherished. Natalie Walters’ Harbored Secrets series are those type of books.

Last year I had the opportunity to write a mini-review of Living Lies, the first book in the Harbored Secrets series. I eagerly shared the book with my best friend, another avid romantic suspense reader, who adored it as much as I did. She, in turn, surprised me with a copy of Deadly Deceit when it released late last year. Now, I’m here to share about Silent Shadows, the newest book in the series, with all of you so you too can enjoy this series as much as we have!

This was perhaps my favorite book of the three. Walters is a master of mixing romance, suspense and faith. None of those three things are ever lacking in her stories. She weaves a riveting plot that keeps readers excitedly turning the pages, while tugging on their heartstrings with a community of characters that are strong, resilient and lovable. Fictional Walton, GA embodies true small town spirit with a southern style flair, drawing readers in and captivating their hearts. The suspense to this story kept my on my toes, with intermittent intense action and a surprising twist near the end.

Pecca and Colton’s stories are captivating and tender. I truly admired each of their characters - Pecca for her grit and faith, Colton for his charming, heroic nature. Their struggles and past choices are ones that are easy to identify with, and readers will find they can relate to these characters on a personal level. As a reader and a mom, I appreciated Pecca’s love for her son and how she owned her past and the choices she made at a young age. Watching these two independent people overcome their struggles and open their hearts to God’s future for them was truly heartwarming. I thoroughly enjoyed their banter, blossoming romance and seeing how God used their circumstances to bring them together. I love that Walters is able to create a steamy, fun romance while still maintaining healthy boundaries and offer “clean” reading.

Lastly, the beautiful message of hope that Walters has subtly woven into the story line of Silent Shadows is one that readers will find encouraging and inspiring. As a result, I highly recommend this book to readers who enjoy romantic suspense, Christian fiction and contemporary fiction. The book is appropriate for mature teen readers 16+.