Audrey J. Cole

Betrayal and murder are central to this mystery thriller set in Alaska.

Cameron is grieving the death of her beloved husband when she discovers that he was most likely the Teacher Killer. When she turns in the evidence she found in John's hunting cabin, the notoriety of her proximity to her serial killer husband makes her a suspect, some believe an accomplice. In addition, she loses her dental practice and is about to lose her home due to her husband's secret second mortgage and cashout of his life insurance. The question arises -- is John really dead? His best friend says that John was attacked and killed by a bear. Cameron has to find out and sets out on an off the grid wilderness trek for the truth.

This was a quick read though the plot totally strained credibility. Yes, Cameron's exploits in Alaska were unbelievable. In between her pilot abilities, her survival skills, and her knowledge of the terrain, snowmobiles, animals, and tracking -- well, she was quite the avenging warrior woman. The narrative was quite predictable and no surprises. I both read and listened to this book and that combination made the story more entertaining, but I was left really miffed by the conclusion. I can't say why because it would be a big spoiler. I have the second in this series to review as well but won't be rushing to read it.

Thank you to the author for the ARC and I obtained the audiobook from my local library.… (más)

Ethan has cheated on Sloane and now Sloane needs to decide whether to forgive her husband for having an affair or make a life change. She chooses the latter and now Sloane's new love interest's estranged wife has drowned and Ethan investigates. All the while in the back of Sloane's mind, she always dreams of having a family. The book is written in the present tense so readers read the narrative in real-time; thus, the story delves into Sloane's and Ethan's thoughts, making for a descriptive read. This is a personal pleasant way to read since nothing in the future can be foreseen and readers learn what happens at the same time as the characters. The pace at the start is slow and picks up 2/3 of the way in.


I received a free copy and am leaving a review voluntarily.
Thank you to Hidden Gems Books and author.… (más)

Ethan has cheated on Sloane and now Sloane needs to decide whether to forgive her husband for having an affair or make a life change. She chooses the latter and now Sloane's new love interest's estranged wife has drowned and Ethan investigates. All the while in the back of Sloane's mind, she always dreams of having a family. The book is written in the present tense so readers read the narrative in real-time; thus, the story delves into Sloane's and Ethan's thoughts, making for a descriptive read. This is a personal pleasant way to read since nothing in the future can be foreseen and readers learn what happens at the same time as the characters. The pace at the start is slow and picks up 2/3 of the way in.


I received a free copy and am leaving a review voluntarily.
Thank you to Hidden Gems Books and author.… (más)