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- A Corpse That Only Leads to Secrets.
- About the Author: Praised by New York Times bestselling author Dee Henderson as "a name to look for in romantic suspense," Dani Pettrey has sold more than half a million copies of her novels to readers eagerly awaiting the next release.
- 352 Pages
- Fiction + Literature Genres, Christian
- Series Name: Coastal Guardians
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When a Coast Guard officer is found dead and another goes missing, special agent Finn Walker faces his most dangerous assignment yet. Complicating matters is the arrival of investigative reporter Gabby Rowley, who's on a mission to discover the truth. Can they ignore the sparks between them and track down this elusive killer?Book Synopsis
A Corpse That Only Leads to Secrets.An Old Flame with Danger Written all over Her.
Things Are about to Get Very Complicated.
When one Coast Guard officer is found dead and another goes missing, Coast Guard Investigative Service special agent Finn Walker faces his most dangerous crime yet. His only clues are what little evidence remains aboard the dead officer's boat, and the direction the clues point to will test Finn and the Guard to their limits.
The already volatile situation is complicated even further by the arrival of Gabby Rowley--Finn's boss's sister and an investigative reporter with unrelenting questions about the crime. Now that she's returned, the tug on Finn's heart is strong, but with the risks she's taking for her next big story, he fears she might not live through it.
Thrown together by the heinous crime, Finn and Gabby can't ignore the sparks or judgments flying between them. But will they be able to see past their preconceptions long enough to track down an elusive killer, or will they become his next mark?
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A Corpse That Only Leads to Secrets.An Old Flame with Danger Written all over Her.
Things Are about to Get Very Complicated.
When one Coast Guard officer is found dead and another goes missing, Coast Guard Investigative Service special agent Finn Walker faces his most dangerous crime yet. His only clues are what little evidence remains aboard the dead officer's boat, and the direction the clues point to will test Finn and the Guard to their limits.
The already volatile situation is complicated even further by the arrival of Gabby Rowley--Finn's boss's sister and an investigative reporter with unrelenting questions about the crime. Now that she's returned, the tug on Finn's heart is strong, but with the risks she's taking for her next big story, he fears she might not live through it.
Thrown together by the heinous crime, Finn and Gabby can't ignore the sparks or judgments flying between them. But will they be able to see past their preconceptions long enough to track down an elusive killer, or will they become his next mark?
"This is a perfect blend of romance and suspense to make an absolutely great story. This book is an exceptionally quick read. The story flows beautifully with short chapters and different point of views giving readers a full scope of how the story plays out."--Write Read Life
"Pettrey delivers another outstanding novel filled with romance, mystery, and suspense. Fans of DiAnn Mills, Lynette Eason, and Dee Henderson will be drawn to this book."--Library Journal starred review
About the Author
Praised by New York Times bestselling author Dee Henderson as "a name to look for in romantic suspense," Dani Pettrey has sold more than half a million copies of her novels to readers eagerly awaiting the next release. She is the bestselling author of the Chesapeake Valor series and the Alaskan Courage series and winner of the Daphne du Maurier Award, two HOLT Medallions, two National Readers' Choice Awards, the Gayle Wilson Award of Excellence, and Christian Retailing's Best Award. She and her husband reside in Maryland. She can be found online at www.danipettrey.com.Dimensions (Overall): 8.5 Inches (H) x 5.5 Inches (W) x 1.0 Inches (D)
Weight: .65 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 352
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Christian
Series Title: Coastal Guardians
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Format: Paperback
Author: Dani Pettrey
Language: English
Street Date: August 6, 2019
TCIN: 77820735
UPC: 9780764230844
Item Number (DPCI): 247-14-5237
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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A Great New Series
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
- 5 years ago
The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey is the first book in her Coastal Guardians series. Investigative reporter, Gabby Rowley’s life is in danger from the drug lord that she helped send to prison. Her brother, a Coast Guard Investigative Service agent, enlists his team to help keep an eye on Gabby and keep her safe until the threat on life is over. Gabby gets involved in the Coast Guards newest case where her life is even more in danger. To me, Gabby was a little irresponsible. Always endangering others without thinking about the consequences. There were a lot of heated kisses and attraction in this story. But, there was a lot of danger and suspense with several plot twists and an ending you never saw coming!
I received this book from Celebrate-Lit for my honest review.
Simmering Suspense
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
- 5 years ago
Strong characters. Moving plot. Simmering suspense. Author Dani Pettrey has written a novel that is strong in characterization with a plot that moves along quickly. The characters on the CGIS team are well-drawn. Each is unique, with their own quirks, strengths, and backstory. They exemplify the word, "team" in how they work together well, respect each other, and care for one another. Pettrey was so detailed in the back stories and their camaraderie, that I sometimes wondered if I had missed a previous novel that would explain those things. But this is first in a new series, and one to be greatly enjoyed.
The plot moved forward well. As the investigation continued, the suspense slowly continued to build. I appreciated the short chapters, to keep the pages turning.
This is a book that will appeal to many. Romantic suspense readers will enjoy it, as well as those who like the investigative aspect, and those who appreciate an ocean-side setting.
I received a copy of the book from the publisher, Bethany House, through Celebrate Lit, for review purposes. The thoughts expressed here are my own.
Great Romantic Suspense
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Connie Saunders - 5 years ago
I am a big fan of suspense novels but I am an even bigger fan of Christian fiction and this novel by Dani Pettrey satisfies my love for both of these genres. The Killing Tide is book one of Pettrey's new Coastal Guardians series and it centers around a team of Coast Guard Investigative agents working the coastal regions of North Carolina and based out of the Wilmington, NC office. This book features several of these agents but the main focus is on Finn Walker and the reporter who captured his heart but then walked away six months ago. Gabby Rowley lives and breathes investigative reporting and she can't see herself doing anything else, even though she is now sidelined because of her involvement in a drug investigation. Through a series of events, she and Finn find themselves thrown together and once again, their hearts and their lives face dangerous risks!
The action in this book begins immediately and it never let up. Just when I thought there couldn't be anything else happen, BOOM, it did! There was a scene that had me wondering just how much more Gabby could endure and I didn't come close to guessing the conclusion. As Finn and Gabby work together to find the killer (or killers), they once again experience their incredible chemistry and Gabby begins to question if her work is really all that she wants. But, along with the intense intrigue and suspense, there is an underlying message of faith. I appreciate the many prayers that Pettrey is able to incorporate into her plot; she subtly shares her Christian beliefs without cramming religion down her reader's throats.
The Killing Tide provides romance, mystery, and thought-provoking dialogue and it is perfect for fans of Christian romantic suspense. In late June 2020, the next book of the Coastal Guardians series will be available and I am eagerly waiting for The Crushing Depths.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author and Celebrate Lit. There was no obligation to write a positive review. The opinions stated here are entirely my own.
An incredible beginning to a new series
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
Betti - 5 years ago
Wow! Be prepared to read until you reach the last page and then wonder how you missed figuring it out. This thriller had me on the edge of my seat, wondering what on earth could happen next. Gabby Rowley is a well-known journalist that has put herself in dangerous positions to get all the facts. In fact, she nearly died for one of those stories. In this situation she should be safe...after all the perp is in jail, right?
Noah, her brother, and his team work with the CGIS or Coast Guard Investigative Service. Sent to stay with the team as a precaution, Gabby finds herself involved in an investigation that has so many twists and turns, never mind the danger, that one has to wonder if she will be any safer. I found myself wishing I could take Gabby and shake her, hoping to dislodge her fixation on figuring everything out by herself, no caring about her safety. As she learns more about herself, will she begin to rely on God to lead her? The author has introduced us to a wonderful set of characters that I look forward to getting to know better.
What a fabulous beginning to the Coastal Guardians series. This digital copy was received through Baker Publishing Group, Bethany House Publishers, NetGalley and CelebrateLit. All impressions and comments are my own and were in no way solicited.