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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Netania Lim

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I enjoy fiction with dual timelines set in contemporary times and the historical past, and I’m so happy to add this novel to my list. Set in present-day and 16th century Venice, the storyline was evenly paced and I just fell in love with the world of Venetian art. There are so many details and the novel is clearly well-researched but it’s woven into the story so it doesn’t feel like info dumping. There’s enough mystery to hook you in and then the characters take care of the rest. A great read!

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Stephanie Robb

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I fell in love with Logan and Ben from the first page. Logan is living her best life and volunteers to look after raptors at the local wildlife rescue centre. Then her co worker is found dead and Logan feels obligated to investigate. I would recommend this fast paced crime thriller. It kept me hooked from start to finish.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Crystal Jimmo

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m a little picky when it comes to my Mystery books. Wow am I glad that I took a chance on this one. Settled in the backwoods of Oregon, you see Logan McKenna playing her violin named Bella, and married to her long-time beau Ben. They are thoroughly enjoying the married life together, and Logan working at the wildlife rescue center, everything is bliss, until one day one of Logans co-workers end up dead. Was it on purpose or was it accidental? The writer leads the reader on a wild goose chase with left and right turns and feels like ad adventure. She leaves just enough to keep you going. I really enjoyed reading this book. I discovered that this was book 8 in a series, but it felt like I wasn’t really missing anything important. The word building was phenomenal, and well executed! I think I may just go back to the beginning and see where this all started in book 1.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Heidi Sturgess

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Just love this cover ! Owls are my thing ❣️🦉 besides Bella making her appearance again there was so much to this read …..

Logan is enjoying married life with Ben and her work with the raptors is rather fulfilling and the people she works with seem nice , that is until she finds one of them dead and while everyone else thinks it was natural causes Logan thinks otherwise and in doing so puts herself at risk …..

A read that ticked many boxes for me and I thoroughly enjoyed each , I even read some pages aloud at our family gathering ❣️📕🦉

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Alison Risher

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What an excellent mystery! I was kept in suspense until the very end. Although part of a series, I plunged right in with no prior experience with this series. I was not disappointed. The characters were developed seamlessly, and the story flowed smoothly.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Lorrene Huisman

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I have loved the amazing books that this author creates for some time now, and this author never disappoints me in all that they write. They weave a story that grips you, and intrigues as you read, and leaves you wanting more! I was hooked completely as I read through! The book was amazing!

This author created such an astonishing thriller, and one that shakes your soul as you read. The characters were very connectable, and I was very much invested in them and the mystery and story that was a hand. What I loved about Logan and the mystery was that the build up was quite dire. When things were found, so were more things, and things kept building. Danger was everywhere. You needed eyes everywhere, I felt my heart beat fast quite a few times as I read. I felt I was alongside Logan as I read. The story was perfectly done and full of its ability to be realistic! This was a well worth reading! I cannot say enough good things!

Again, this author never disappoints me with the griping books that they create and bring to life. This one takes the cake though! Highly recommend this book, and the author as well! A must read all around!

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Jamie Truex

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was the first book I’ve read by Valerie Davisson. It is not the first in the Logan McKenna series, but you can read it as a standalone. Very well written murder mystery that was hard to put down. I will be adding this author to my list of favorites.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book #8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Angela Hayes

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

 

4 Stars

 

In Plain Sight is the eighth book in the Logan McKenna Mystery series by Valerie Davisson. This is another intriguing crime and investigation story with mystery, murder, friendship, danger, drama, a wildlife rescue centre, raptors, tension, and a race against time.
As I have said previously, this series is definitely getting better the further into it I get. In this instalment we see Logan McKenna begin volunteering at a local wildlife rescue centre, but trouble seems to have a way of finding her and she soon finds herself investigating another mystery when a co-worker is murdered. Her investigation becomes a race against time in order to uncover the killer before she becomes the next victim….
Wonder what Logan McKenna gets up to next?

Thank you, Valerie Davisson!

 

Reviewed by @angelahayes

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Charlisa Wahtomy-Alba

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Newly married Logan McKenna is enjoying her life in her home on the Oregon Coast. She’s taken up volunteer work at the local wildlife rescue center and come to enjoy the her work there. When she finds her coworker dead on the floor she gets caught up the the mystery of trying to solve this case. Was is foul play or natural causes? She along with a couple friends start doing some digging to find the culprit and she comes into the killers crosshairs. Will she be able to get all the clues together to catch the person in time or become the next victim?

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by M Policicchio

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Logan McKenna has settled into a quiet life in Oregon with a few friends and a new husband. By coincidence Logan finds out about the Cascades Raptor Center and decides to start volunteering there. When Logan finds the raptor vet she has been working closely with dead, Logan decides to investigate her murder. At first, no one is actually convince that it is murder. With the help of her coffee crew, Logan discovers the mystery behind the murder.

I love the twist as to who is the guilty party. I was ready to convict Jimmy. I didn’t see the real killer coming. This one will keep you guessing right until the end.

This was my first Logan McKenna mystery. It was a nice change of pace from some of my usual picks. I am glad I chose this out of all my options.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by April McCoy

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

In Plain Sight is book 8 of the Logan McKenna Mystery Series, and full disclosure, I didn’t realize that upon grabbing the book. I don’t feel as if I missed anything but maybe I was, however I felt this book worked as a standalone and it was well worth the read! The author writes eloquently and immerses the reader in the story. It was a pleasure to read and I enjoyed the twists and turns so so much!

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Ritual Obsession: Blood Obsession by RL Dunn – Review by Shavon Brown

Ritual Obsession (Blood Obsession Book 1)Ritual Obsession by R.L. Dunn
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

So I am going to start this review with a few warnings:

Warning 1: There is a very detailed scene of Sexual Assault in this book. It happens to the character named Bobbi. It is very hard to read as she is raped.

Warning 2: This is a very good book, but it ends on a major cliffhanger and nothing has been resolved. We know who did it, but there is a great chance he could get away with it, Someone is in the hospital fighting for there life.

With those warnings in mind for future or almost readers. Truth is I could not put this book down, it was definitely a page turner.

Rose the veteran detective and Rose the new detective to the precinct get partnered together but that is not all. A string of murders of working girls gets the whole precinct involved including Detective Commander Marco, who is an old flame of Detective Rose.

Honestly, IMO this book plays out like an episode of Matlock. Where you have all the pieces as the reader or viewer but you are waiting for the detectives to put everything together. They do get there but by the time they do it seems a little to late.

Their is drama for our drama lovers as we have multiple office romances including, Marco & Rose, Bobbi & Max and Rose & Brian.

Like I said in my warning. This book does end on some major cliffhangers so if you want the conclusion to the story you will need to pick up book 2 and keep your fingers crossed.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Paula R Sayers

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Logan is happily married and enjoys playing Bella. Because of her love of animals, she decides to become a volunteer at a wildlife refuge. Logan is learning a lot and enjoying her volunteer work when she walks in on the scene of a murder one day. Logan puts herself in danger when she decides to investigate this death.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Jenni Bishop

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

4.5 stars

The Prisoner of Paradise is a fast-paced historical thriller. This is the first time I have read anything written by Rob and I found myself immersed in the story. It is a tale that takes place between the present and the past, in 16th century Venice.

Rob cleverly pulls together intricate threads to weave a tale with fantasy and magical realism. His vivid narrative transports the reader in time and place as we explore not only the beauty and wonder of Venice with its colour architecture and picturing serenading gondola rides but also the lesser-known dark, secret and seedy side.

The story is compelling and the plot is clever and complex as the danger and suspense grows, I was unable to put it down.

There are secrets and lies, a powerful and secret Order that are dangerous due to their beliefs and actions. With a painting that is not what it seems, a voice from a very distant past, soulmates from another time and past lives; Rob has given the reader a tale that will have you intrigued and wanting more.

I can’t wait to see what comes next.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Anna Hirsch

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
3 Stars

While on spring break, Angie and her three friends get kidnapped. Angie manages to escape but her friends are killed. She ends up in a psych ward framed for their murders. It’s a good plot but the book is a bit lacklustre. The story needed more depth. Everything is very surface. It’s a thriller but I never once felt an ounce of fear even when Angie was fighting off her attacker. Seeing as this happened at the beginning of the book, it should have gripped my attention but didn’t. I struggled to get into it. Once Jake and Cody entered the story, I found the book more interesting. I loved those two characters and they are what kept me reading.

The police didn’t even look at the evidence which clearly pointed to Angie being innocent. It didn’t make sense. There are multiple points of view which is fine but I found it made this story a bit all over the place. There was Angie, Jake, the killer, his boss (some prince), and a random slave on the boss’s island. It was a bit random. The author had some good ideas which could have been incredible had it been executed properly. It’s an interesting story if you want to pass the time but definitely not a gripping thriller.

Review by @Anna Hirsch
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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Jenni Bishop

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

In Plain Sight is the eighth book in this wonderful series wow where has the time gone. The series started out a little rocky but I stuck with it and am glad that I did because it has gotten better over time.

Logan always finds herself embroiled in another tangled web. Davisson once again weaves a multi layered and complex plot that draws us in. The Logan McKenna Mystery series has become one of my favourites. I see Davisson’s name and can’t wait to grab a copy and get going. I am never disappointed. I have said it before, but I will say it again with each book Valerie’s stories get better and this one is my favourite so far.

It is filled with intrigue and drama, tension and suspense and danger, lies and deceit, secrets and murder.

Reviewed by @jennadb

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Jennifer Gordon

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

A gripping dual timeline, historical thriller, set in Venice, both in the present day and in the 16th century. I was hooked from page one by this novel and could not put the book down! Nick and Julia O’Connor are having a trip of a lifetime in Venice, when Nick hears a haunting voice coming from the world’s largest oil painting, ‘Tintoretto’s Paradise’. Nick believes the voice is that of his soul mate, a 16th century woman, from his previous life. Whilst Nick is adamant that the voice is real, Julia worries that her husband is suffering from a delusion. Nick’s infatuation with the past starts to effect his relationship with Julia, as he is determined to destroy the painting in order to liberate his soul mate. Nick discovers a religious order going back centuries who developed a way of extracting people’s souls, which they then imprison in Paradise.
The order have judged thousands of souls, sentencing then to eternal purgatory. In order for Nick to free his soul mate, he must destroy the painting. However, by freeing her he would also be allowing all the other souls to be reborn, and the order will never let that happen. This has a intriguing storyline which I thoroughly enjoyed, at the heart of this thriller is a love story which lasts for centuries. The descriptive narrative really brought the setting of Venice to life both in the present and in the past. The added historical details made me feel I had been transported to the 16th century, and the author has obviously done his research. The dual timeline element worked well, and I felt engaged with the main characters. The plot kept me happily turning the pages, and I definitely recommend this novel.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kerry Baker

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

With as long as this series has been going for you would think that it would have started to get a bit old by now. And yet with each book added it just gets better and better. I always love jumping back into Logan’s world and thr characters surrounding her. Each book feels fresh and exciting.
This book is just like the rest of them. I was pulled into the story with ease and I could not put it down. I was desperate to see what was going to happen and just to spend more time with these characters. This is easily one of my top series and I would recommend everyone reading it.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Jennifer Gordon

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m a big fan of this series, and yet again I was gripped from start to finish with this mystery, crime thriller. I loved being back with our heroine, Logan McKenna and her now husband, Ben, both of whom feel like old friends. Logan is enjoying life at the start of this story, enjoying playing her violin, taking long morning runs, and having time with Ben. Logan then decides to volunteer at a wildlife rescue centre, and becomes involved with the wild raptors. Logan’s peace doesn’t last long though, when a coworker is found dead, and although there’s no sign of a violent struggle, the cause of death remains unclear.
Despite the autopsy finding no evidence of homicide, Logan believes it could be murder as the office had been vandalised, and things just don’t seem right. Taking matters into her own hands, she decides to uncover the killer and along with two friends she digs deeper. However, this brings her to the killer’s attention and if she’s not careful she will end up as the next victim. I was hooked by this fast paced, page turner of a novel, and literally could not put the book down. As usual the descriptive narrative brings both the characters and the setting to life, making me feel immersed in the storyline. An enjoyable and engaging read, and one which I definitely recommend.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Bobbi Wagner

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is a series that I have enjoyed from the first book. It is a series that keeps getting better and better with every new installment. I have enjoyed reading this author’s stories and how her writing skills bring her stories to life. This book is no different. This is a well written story where Logan is back in a race against time mystery. Will she be able to stop a killer before she falls victim to the killer? This is a fast paced story that had me coming back for more. It is a story that is full of action and twists and turns that you don’t want to miss. I enjoyed the growth of the plot throughout the story which made the story easy to read. This is an entertaining story that you don’t want to miss. Logan is a great character that made the story for me. This is a great story that I enjoyed by a great author. I highly recommend this book.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Kerry Carr

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the 8th book in the Logan McKenna Mystery series. Everytime I pick up one of these books I know I’m going to be take on a gripping murder mystery and this was just as I expected. The characters growth throughout these books is amazing to see and its nice to see her finally happy with her long term love Ben. But it seems everywhere Logan goes there is always trouble.

We are back with Logan in her new home. Finally settled with her now husband Ben, Logan is enjoying her life and decides to embrace her love of Birds of Prey.
Now she has spare time she decides to volunteer at a wildlife centre where she can fully immerse herself and her love for these beautiful birds.
Sounds perfect right? That is until one of the vetanarians Logan works with turns up dead. Was it a natural death or something more sinister?
With Logan believing there was foul play she sets out to uncover the truth but little does she realise that by digging she has brought herself to the attention of the killer and now its a race against time for Logan to find the murderer before they get her.

This story is very gripping and will have you turning the pages and not being able to stop. I was fully immersed and captivated by this story that I couldn’t put it down.

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Sara Grantham

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This was my first book by Valerie Davisson, and now I am compelled to read all of the others in this series! I loved that you could pick this book up without reading the other books, but now I feel the need to go back and read them all anyways.
Valerie’s writing was so descriptive, which made me feel immersed in the story, the setting, the drama, the mystery… everything! This was a great murder mystery that kept me flying through the pages to uncover the truth. I definitely recommend it!

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8) by Valerie Davisson – Review by Shelly Kittell

In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8In Plain Sight: A Logan McKenna Mystery Book 8 by Valerie Davisson
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is one of my favorite mystery series. Logan always brings a great story. I love the descriptions of everything in the story. It helps to build the picture and set the stage for the murder. The author did a wonderful job with researching owl information. The story was very engaging. What really makes it the best story are the twists and turns. A very well-written story that I recommend.

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In Plain Sight ( Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 8 ) by Valerie Davisson

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In Plain Sight (Logan McKenna Mystery Series Book 😎 by Valerie Davisson
Genre – Crime, Thriller
Page Count – 250
Cover Designer – Kim Peticolas

Logan McKenna is enjoying her new life, including marrying her long-time love, Ben, playing her cherished violin, Bella, and taking long, morning runs on the magnificent Oregon coast. Fascinated by the abundance of owls, eagles, hawks, and ospreys she encounters, Logan volunteers at a wildlife rescue center, where she becomes immersed in the world of raptors and those who fight for these fierce, wild creatures.

   But when Logan finds a coworker dead on the floor in an animal treatment room, the peaceful forest becomes a scene of tragedy—and maybe murder. There are no signs of a violent struggle, but the office next door has been vandalized and the cause of death remains unclear. Even the official autopsy finds no evidence of homicide, but Logan thinks things just don’t add up.

   When the police investigation stalls, Logan takes matters into her own hands. With the help of two local friends, she sets out to uncover the killer. The deeper she digs, the more the killer’s attention turns chillingly toward Logan.

   Racing against time, Logan must use all her skills and strength to find the truth, before she becomes prey and is silenced forever.

   In Plain Sight is an immersive mystery and a satisfying, multi-layered story about friendship and trusting your instincts, even if—especially if—you’re not sure where they will lead.

~ AMAZON ~

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A self-admitted book addict, Valerie was the kid with the flashlight under her pillow, reading long after lights out. After a life of travel, she now lives on the Oregon coast with her husband, John, and their new puppy, Finn. When not working on her latest book, she’s probably in the kitchen, making a mess and cooking up a storm for family and friends.

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Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Book 1) by Armand Rosamilia – Review by Ashley Westerman

Shake Down (First Coast Thriller Series)Shake Down by Armand Rosamilia
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is a new author for me, but he definitely has a new reader that loves his work!!!! This was such a great book with excellent characters. There was so much suspense to keep entertained the entire time. I love his writing and the enjoyment of feeling like I was there watching everything happen! I can’t wait to see what comes next in this series!

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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Ashley Westerman

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

So much action!!! This book had me instantly hooked and kept me that way the entire time. I loved every second of this book and was so sad when I finished reading it. So many twists to keep you on your toes and guessing the whole time! I wish I could give this more than 5 stars, check it out you won’t be disappointed!

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The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Daryian Lucas

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

3.3/5 stars
This was my first read by this author and I had higher hopes for this book. The description is written so well, but I feel like the book could’ve been better. There are parts that had me racing to see what was next, but there are also parts that didn’t fit in the book to me. I wish the ending was better with more excitement. The beginning of the book reminded me of a lifetime movie but then it just started going all sorts of directions.

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Stand Your Ground Audiobook by A.J. Ullman – Review by Bobbi Wagner

I enjoyed listening to this suspenseful story.   I enjoyed being pulled into the story by the characters. I also enjoyed how the narrator brought to the story as well.   The narrator’s change in tones for the characters has me coming back for more.  This is an easy book to listen to as it is fast paced and engaging.   This is a story about Cady and how life throws her some unexpected situations that change her. She is now faced with standing her ground and murder, will these two cross? The question remains will she run or stand her ground for justice.   I loved Cady’s character.  A great supportive, connectable person.  I really enjoyed what she brought to the story.  A great audiobook by a great author.  I highly recommend this audio.

The Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan – Review by Wendy Wary

The Girl Who EscapedThe Girl Who Escaped by Mark Nolan
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Angie Taylor and her friends are abducted during a Spring Break trip to Florida. Escaping the kidnapper, she runs into a police officer while holding a bloody screwdriver she used to stab her abductor. The police find her friends in the SUV they rented, all stabbed with a screwdriver, and find no trace of the kidnapper, believing Angie murdered them and is delusional about having been abducted. Following further trauma while being held in jail, Angie goes silent and is transferred to a secure psychiatric facility.
While everyone waits to see if Angie can find her voice again, police convince themselves it’s an open and shut case, and her doctor and nurse continue attempts to help Angie speak again. When the FBI sends a special agent, Brenda Reynolds, to dig deeper into the story and seek out the potential kidnapper, she enlists the help of a canine handler who may hold the key to getting Angie to speak again.
This is a fast-paced, action/mystery story with some twists and turns, sensitive content regarding sexual assault and sex trafficking, and an original story line. I appreciated the fact-checking section at the end that described what’s real and what’s fiction, providing some insight to some of the information given and proving the book to be educational as well as entertaining.

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The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls Book 1) by Rob Samborn – Review by Lorrene Huisman

The Prisoner of Paradise (Painted Souls, #1)The Prisoner of Paradise by Rob Samborn
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book was literally written the best that it could possibly be! I was amazed time and time again with how good the writing was, and how the story flowed ever so nicely as I read A well wroth read!

I have always been an avid history lover, and I do very much enjoy when a author can bring a historical story to life. This story alone, surpassed what I expected. It had the historical element, but throw in suspense and romance, and everything else you can think of as well! Really enjoyed the writing and how the flow went as well! I could not put this book down. I was very mesmerized very much as I read through. There was magic in this book which I loved truly, but this book held its own magic as well. The book was so freaking amazing! I wish I got to devour this book sooner! The power of this book is amazing! Loved it!

Such an amazing, powerful, gripping, and edge of your seat read! I am so happy I got to enjoy this book and author’s clever writing skills! Highly recommend this must read book, seriously you must read this!

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