In my opinion no one writes serial killer novels better than Nancy Mehl! Shattered Sanctuary, the first book featuring former policewoman-turned-author Erin Delaney has all the creep-factor you could want. Set in the atmospheric Smoky Mountains, this mystery/suspense is very twisty. I suspected everyone in the small tourist town! Erin has a lot to deal with — grief and guilt — when she heads to a vacation retreat with friend Kaely Quinn-Hunter (yes, that Kaely!) to help put the past to rest. But a murderer stalks them both. Mehl’s characters are often damaged and/or flawed making their faith journeys complex. I loved Erin and was intrigued how her PTSD impacted her life and work and struggle with God. I also loved how Kaely reached out to her on God’s prompting. There are very strong faith themes in this book and God’s sovereignty is front and center. You really get a lot in this book!
So if you are looking for a thought-provoking novel with lots of great mystery and suspense, then check out Shattered Sanctuary.
Highly recommended.
Audience: Adults.
(I bought this book from Amazon. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)
Grappling with the aftermath of a tragic incident that altered her life, ex-police officer and bestselling mystery author Erin Delaney finds solace in the tranquility of a cabin nestled deep in the Smoky Mountains. But her restful stay is shattered when cries pierce the night, hinting at a lurking presence haunting the woods. When local police chief Adrian Nightengale seeks her help with a carefully arranged murder scene, she is thrust back into the world of crime solving. As they delve into the investigation, Erin’s intuition reveals chilling truths about the killer’s motives and strategically perfected methods.
Joined by the enigmatic Kaely Quinn-Hunter, a former FBI behavioral analyst, Erin not only embarks on a quest to stop the merciless serial killer, but also confronts the revived ghosts of her past. In a race against time, Erin must defeat her own demons while outmaneuvering a cunning killer or risk becoming the next victim in this deadly game of cat and mouse.
Nancy Mehl lives in Missouri, with her husband Norman, and her puggle, Watson. She’s authored over fifty books and is currently at work on a new FBI suspense series for Bethany House Publishing.
All of Nancy’s novels have an added touch – something for your spirit as well as your soul. “I welcome the opportunity to share my faith through my writing,” Nancy says. “It’s a part of me and of everything I think or do. God is number one in my life. I wouldn’t be writing at all if I didn’t believe that this is what He’s called me to do. I hope everyone who reads my books will walk away with the most important message I can give them: God is good, and He loves you more than you can imagine. He has a good plan especially for your life, and there is nothing you can’t overcome with His help.”
You can find out more about Nancy by visiting her Web site at: http://www.nancymehl.com. She also is active on the Suspense Sisters: http://www.suspensesisters.blogspot.com and on FaceBook!
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