Tuesday, June 14, 2016

Fractured Memory

GIVEAWAY

REDWOOD, JORDYN
FRACTURED MEMORY

Shrouded past...

United States marshal Eli Cayne saved Julia Galloway's life once...and he's prepared to do it again. But his task would be easier if she could remember him -- or the murderer who almost put her in an early grave and seems to be hunting her once more. To protect Julia from the latest threat against her life, Eli has to consider the possibility that he put an innocent man in jail. Julia has no memories of the serial killer called the Hangman, though, and no reason to trust Eli. But with the killer getting closer, she must work with Eli to confront her past -- and the feelings growing between them.

My Review:

This cleverly crafted suspense is riveting! Seriously, I could not put it down. The weeds in my garden are cheering over their reprieve since I spent my gardening time reading instead. This is Jordyn Redwood's debut Love Inspired Suspense novel and it surely won't be her last. The dynamic opening scene fired up my imagination and I just couldn't wait to get to the heart of the suspense...and the romance.

An amnesia story can be a tricky thing -- easy to feel trite, riddled with clichés. Thankfully that isn't the case in Fractured Memory (and perfect title tie-in, by the way!) Redwood does a marvellous job of incorporating Julia's amnesia into the plot. She might be missing key pieces of memory that make her vulnerable but that doesn't mean she's weak. In fact her experiences along with her faith make her one plucky heroine. And Eli finds that very appealing ...and infuriating at times. :-) Great romantical dynamics as these two draw closer while dodging threats at every turn. Love the fact that Eli has memories to fall back on while Julia can't remember him at all. Brings more tension to both the romance and the suspense.

A clever and exciting story that's sure to enthrall romantic suspense readers. 

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

If you would like an opportunity to win a copy of  Fractured Memory please leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you post a comment and add your email address, 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 June 19 2016. Offer open to international readers. Good luck!

28 comments:

  1. I know the suspense in this book would keep me from my weeds in the garden too!
    pbclark(at)netins(dot)net

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    1. And there's no nobler reason for a neglected garden than good book that needs to be read. LOL Good luck, rubynreba.

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  2. LOL, I'm glad your weeds are rejoicing - mine would be, too. I love putting off housework and yardwork for a good book. :) lattebooksAThotmailDOTcom

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    1. Me too! Reading is the best excuse for jobs undone. Good luck, Susan.

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  3. Always enjoy a good suspense. cheetahthecat1986ATgmailDOTcom.

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  4. I love romantic/suspense and this one sounds fabulous. spotts06ATcomcastDOTnet

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    1. You'll love this then, Stella. Good luck.

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  5. Sounds fun to read! I love a good suspense but am not familiar with this writer. Thanks for introducing her to me.

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    1. She's wonderful, Becky. She's published one other series, a bit edgier than a Love Inspired Suspense...bordering on thriller, I'd say. Good luck!

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  6. Hi Kav - If this book would give me a reprieve from cleaning out my closets like it did for your gardening, I'm in. It sounds wonderful. cregnier(at)twinvalley(dot)net

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    1. It definitely would. LOL -- maybe I should do a blog post on books that save you from housework. Bwahahahaha! Good luck, Cindy.

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  7. My husband indulges my shameful reading compulsion! He shakes his head when I read instead of doing laundry and has often been known to throw a load in the washer so I don't feel too guilty. Perfect Husband Award! Thanks Kav!
    dblaser(at)windstream(dot)net

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    1. Oh, you have a keeper, Diane. Good luck.

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  8. This is one I want to read! Thanks for the chance, Kav!

    texaggs2000 at gmail dot com

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  9. Your review is so good, it does make me want to read this book. I'll happily give up housework or gardening to read a good book.
    Thanks for the review.
    pwestfall7 at hotmail dot com

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    1. I think we could start a read, not housework movement. LOL Good luck, Pam.

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  10. I just love the LIS books! I haven't read any of Jordyn's books yet but I have enjoyed reading her blog. I would love to read this book, if nothing else that dramatic cover begs to be opened and read.

    Blessings!
    Jasmine
    montanamade(at)gmail(dot)com

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    1. It definitely sets the mood. Good luck, Jasmine.

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  11. This book sure sounds like it would keep me from doing anything but reading it asap. I love LIS books!! Thanks for this giveaway! d[dot]brookmyer[at]yahoo[dot]com

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    1. LIS books are fantastic! Good luck, Donna.

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  12. Great review! I can't wait to read this!
    J.C. -Indiana-

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  13. I love that you took a chance on a debut LI author. I'm not a big risk taker, so it's nice to see a positive review by someone I trust. Although, it looks like she's proven herself with non-LI books. :) Also, amnesia stories can be fun. tlhcoupon(at)hotmail(dot)com

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    1. I love being in on debut novels. I've rarely been disappointed. And LI has a number of debut authors from recent contests they've held. Good luck, Terrill.

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  14. Ohhh, a debut LIS author, nice!!! Love seeing new writers step out in faith to publish their "babies" :-) Amnesia stories are a rarity and this sounds like something I wouldn't soon "forget"...lol!

    teamob4 (at) gmail (dot) com

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    1. LOL It's a really well done amnesia story too. Good luck, Trixi.

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