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I don't think I honestly realized just many suspense books I've been reading lately until I sat down and saw just how many I've reviewed in the past while.
Christian suspense can often be one of my favorite genres, but sometimes it gets a little too much for me, and I definitely prefer some titles over others.
One of my favorite authors within this genre has always been Dani Pettrey, and I'd been on the waiting list for her newest release at the library for quite sometime.
It's another of the titles from my Most Anticipated 2022 Releases Post, and when I finally got the chance to read it, I couldn't wait to dive right in, and today I'm looking forward to sharing with you all what I ended up thinking about it.
If you're interested in checking out my reviews from the first two books in the series, you can do so using the links below:
Otherwise, keep on reading down below for today's full review.
The Deadly Shallows by Dani Pettrey:
Source: Library
Publisher: Bethany House
Publication Date: July 1st, 2022
Genre: Christian Fiction/Christian Suspense
Series: Coastal Guardians
Synopsis:
A DEADLY ATTACK.
A STOLEN WEAPON CAPABLE OF IMMENSE DESTRUCTION.
A PAINFUL SECRET THAT THREATENS TO TEAR TWO HEARTS APART.
CGIS Agent Noah Rowley is rocked to the core when several of his valued team members come under fire on his Coast Guard base. He and his remaining team race to the scene and end the attack, but not before innocent lives are lost. Furious and grief-stricken, he vows to do whatever is needed to bring the mastermind behind the attack to justice.
Stunned by the ambush, Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler evacuates in a helicopter carrying the only surviving gunman. The gravely wounded man whispers mysterious information to Brooke that immediately paints a target on her back.
As Brooke and Noah race to uncover answers, emotions between them ignite. Noah struggles to protect Brooke at all costs and to conceal the secret that prevents him from becoming what he longs to be--the right man for her.
Everything is at stake as a horrifying truth emerges. . . .
The attack wasn't the end game. It was only the beginning.
Bestselling author Dani Pettrey again delivers a fast-paced story in an acclaimed style readers have come to love: full of snappy dialogue, thrilling adventure romance, and unexpected plot twists.
(synopsis from goodreads)
My Review:
The Coastal Guardians series has been a whirlwind of suspense and action right from the start, and this next installment will definitely keep readers on the edge of their seats.
In The Deadly Shallows, readers are finally treated to Brooke and Noah's story, but also to Austin and Caleb's as well. The team is about to embark on their deadliest mission yet, and it's time to pull out at all the stops. When a shooting on the military base leads to even deadlier intentions, and far more reaching consequences, it'll take the whole team working together to navigate these sinister waters.
Dani Pettrey knows how to write a suspense story that keeps the reader hanging on for every word, and I could barely bring myself to put this one down as I tried to figure out from ever angle I could possibly think of what on earth was going on. I still hadn't completely figured it out by the final reveal, and I love when that's the case with a mystery story, as it always blows me away just how well crafted the entire plot truly was.
Both romances were also well done, and both couples have to learn to navigate difficult circumstances before they can truly feel free to be together. The author definitely touches on a few serious points within this, and I thought everything was handled tastefully and authentically.
A well plotted, character driven, emotional suspense story with wonderfully developed romances made this new release from Dani Pettrey a winner in my eyes. However, my absolute favorite part of it was the faith element, and I loved how the characters continued to battle the darkness in their lives with the light that only Jesus can bring.
I'd say that this was my favorite of the series, and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys Christian suspense. I don't feel you'd even have to read the first two books beforehand, as I think this one would work perfectly well as a stand alone.
Final Rating: 4/5.
Thanks so much for reading guys! Have a great rest of your day :)
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