Friday, February 22, 2013

Shattered

GIVEAWAY

PETTREY, DANI
SHATTERED

Piper McKenna couldn’t be more thrilled that her prodigal brother, Reef, has returned to Yancey, Alaska, after five years. But her happiness is short-lived when Reef appears at her house covered in blood. A fellow snowboarder has been killed. Despite the evidence, Reef swears he’s innocent. And Piper believes him.

Deputy Landon Grainger loves the McKennas like family, but he’s also sworn to find the truth, and he knows those closest to you have the power to deceive you the most. With the sheriff pushing for a quick conviction, pursuing the truth in this case could mean the end of Landon’s career.

As Piper wages her own search, the two head deep into Canada’s rugged backcountry–and unexpected complications. Not only does their long friendship seem to be turning into something more, but the search for answers is becoming deadlier with each step.

My Review:

A page-turning, enthralling read with plenty of twists and turns to leave this reader fighting for equilibrium right to the very end. I love the McKenna family. Love the way Pettrey takes the time to show us their relationship, lets us into each individual life. While Piper and Landon are the main characters of this novel, there are plenty of fascinating secondary characters just waiting for their turn in the spotlight. I get the feeling the McKennas are going to become as well known as Henderson's O'Malleys in the Christian fiction world.

The suspense is nail-biting and filled with red herrings. Reading Shattered was like watching a really good crime drama but with layers of romance added in. There are some real toe-curling scenes and plenty of emotional angst to add even more reader satisfaction to the mix. This is a not-to-be-missed read for romantic suspense lover.

Giveaway Opportunity:

If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of Shattered, please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email, please use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in the address to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email please remember to put the title in the subject line so that it's easy for me to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Sunday February 24 2013. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!

29 comments:

  1. would love to read dani's latest novel...thanks for the chance, kav

    karenk
    kmkuka at yahoo dot com

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  2. I went to Dani's book banter Tues. night and 8-10 winners were drawn for this book. I was heartbroken to find I was not among that group. :( Dani announced that there would actually be five books in this series, which is good news to all of her fans! Thanks for the opportunity for me to try again!!

    dianalflowers[at]aol[dot]com

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  3. Ooh, awesome! I enjoyed Submerged so much, and was am looking forward to reading Piper and Landon's story- I loved them in the first book! Thanks for the chance to win!

    lubell1106(at)gmail(dot)com

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  4. This has everything I want in a romantic suspense. Action, rpmance and a wonderful setting. I want to visit Alaska and this book sounds like it'll take me there.

    Cambonified[at]yahoo[dot]com

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  5. Would love to win this one. I've got her first one on my bookshelf and need to get to it soon. :)

    Thanks for the giveaway!

    sunshine6892 at hotmail dot com

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  6. I need to get around to reading the first one, but throw me in for the second. :) Thanks.

    rmjagears AT gmail DOT com

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  7. Please include me! Would enjoy getting the opportunity to read it.
    Thanks for sharing your review, Kav and for the giveaway.

    g.gclermont AT gmail DOT com

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  8. Thanks for the good news about the long series, Diana! I hadn't heard of book banter before -- I had to google it. Sounds like it's a FB thing. Am I right?

    So glad to see so many romantic suspense fans -- specifically Dani Pettrey ones. Good luck everyone!

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  9. This on my to read list, so I hope I win.

    sonflower277 at gmail dot com

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  10. Great book! So glad it's going to be a five book series. :) Thanks for the giveaway!

    charityu.austenite[at]gmail[dot]com

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  11. I've been so looking forward to this one! I'd love to win! shopgirl152nykiki(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  12. I'm so glad Dani is writing a series, I love well written romantic suspense. I'm ready the for toe curling and nail biting, sounds awesome. Thanks, Kav!
    worthy2bpraised at gmail dot com

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  13. We have her first book in the series and I would love to add this one to the church library.
    Thanks for giving me the opportunity to do so.
    Janet E.
    von1janet(at)gmail(dot)com

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  14. Hi, Kav. The book banter is usually put together by a publishing company (in Dani's case it was Bethany), and even though the banter and giveaways are not affiliated with FB, the readers are notified about the event through that venue. You are invited to attend and ask Dani or whatever author is featured at the time, any questions about her or her books.

    Then winners are drawn from the commenters to receive the author's newest book. That is where I found out about the series having 5 books. There is also a chat party going on with Dani Pettrey sometime in Mar, and this is where Dani asks the readers questions and posts pics and different things about her book. That one will be a little harder for me to answer trivia questions about b/c I haven't had the opportunity to read her books yet. I actually hadn't heard of them until just recently...I must be living in a cave! :/

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  16. I would love to read this one!! I haven't ever read romantic suspense, but it sure sounds good!

    marissamehresman(at)aol(dot)com

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  17. Thanks for the Awesome Giveaway!!!
    richmond[dot]abigail[at]gmail[dot]com

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  18. Thanks for the book banter info Diana. I may have to break down and get a FB account.

    Good luck everybody...it's a great read!

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  19. YW, Kav! I tried to put the link above for Dani's chat party on Mar. 14 for those who don't win here, but the link wouldn't light up. Blessings~

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  20. I have heard soooo many great things about this book and this author! Thanks for the opportunity to win!

    inspiringdaring (at) yahoo (dot) com

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  21. I read the first book and loved it. Would love a chance to win Shattered. Thank you.

    Karen G.
    kmgervais(at)nycap(dot)rr(dot)com

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  22. would love to read this!
    Sara
    mommy2sethATgmailDOTcom

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  23. I would love to win Dani's book. Thanks! Maxie mac262(at)me(dot)com

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  24. I've been reading very good reviews of Dani's books. I think I need to put both Submerged and Shattered on my wish list. I'd love to win a copy of Shattered. Thanks.

    pmk56[at]sbcglobal[dot]net

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  25. Oh I can't wait for this one! Thanks for the giveaway!

    ecriggs1990(at)aol(dot)com

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  26. I have book one in the series, haven't read it yet! I need to get started on it. Look forward to this authors writing.

    Patty
    pattymh2000(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  27. Love this series. Dani is a must read writer for me.
    godblessamerica.jan(at)gmail(dot)com

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  28. Thanks for the chance to read this. Sounds very good.
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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  29. This book is on my wish list. I would like a chance to win. Thank you.
    msbookwormlady(at)aol(dot)com

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