Friday, February 26, 2021

Framed in Death Valley

GIVEAWAY


MENTINK, DANA
FRAMED IN DEATH VALLEY

A killer who will stop at nothing...

Framed for a murder he didn't commit, firefighter Beckett Duke gave up on everything -- including his marriage to spirited Laney Holland. That is, until Laney's life is threatened. Knowing the real killer is still at large, Beckett now has one purpose: protecting the woman he loves...and their unborn child. But sometimes an innocent man's second chance comes with a deadly price.

A Desert Justice Story

My Review:

The exotic (for this Canadian) setting ups the edge factor in this thrilling suspense. As does the fact that Beckett and Laney are married. Their newlywed bliss was marred by murder and now, a few months later, their estranged relationship is further complicated by threats of danger which soon escalate to violence. Cue the comfort chocolate and get cozy because this is one unputdownable page-turner.

And, woohoo, this is the first book in Mentink's new Desert Justice series and I'm already rooting for certain characters to get their chance to shine in their own stories. Love the way the author has set the stage for the series while immersing readers in Beckett and Laney's harrowing tale.

There's emotional angst aplenty between the fractured marriage and the hurt it's caused. Beckett's attempts at making a noble sacrifice meets with disastrous results and Laney has every reason in the world to be feeling hurt and angry and confused. My heart ached for them both, but especially for Beckett, who has past demons to conquer as well. I do so love emerging from a read with a heart that feels tender and bruised. :-)

And the suspense! Complicated twists and unexplained mysteries and more than one devious villain to contend with. Absolutely riveting to the very last word.

GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:

This giveaway is for a gently read paperback copy

If you would like a chance to win a copy of Framed in Death Valley, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoreadATyahooDOTca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it's easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winners announced on Saturday February 27  2021. Offer open to International Readers. Good luck! 

20 comments:

  1. Dana Mentink's one of the best suspense writers in the Love Inspired world! I agree, her books are unputdownable. 😊

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    1. Yes and yes -- I'm in total agreement. Good luck, Trixi!

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  2. The background on this cover is so pretty.
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    1. It's stark and alien to my usual green hills and treed vista but beautiful in a different kind of way. I'd love to visit but couldn't stand the heat...and the snakes. eeeek. Good luck, Jana Leah!

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  3. Thanks for the giveaway!

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  4. I am so excited to see there is a new series from Dana Mentink!
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    1. I love getting in at the start of a series and this one is going to be great. Good luck, Kaylee.

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  5. I love her books and her funny personality. leliamae54(at)aol(dot)com

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  6. This is a new author for me and from your review it sounds like she's written a good one. rrwalter34ATgmailDOTcom

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    1. Ohhh -- you must give her a try some time. Good luck, Becky!

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  7. Love Dana’s books and this one sounds great!
    Thanks for the review!

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  8. Dana Mentick's books are always good. Love that this is a start of a new series.
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    1. I'm excited about this series and I hear it's going to be a 6 book one. Woohoo. Good luck, rubynreba!

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  9. It's not often that marriage (estranged or otherwise) gets a front seat in a romance. Personally, I like them and I enjoy Dana Mentink.
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    1. I know -- brings a whole different dynamic to the romance. Good luck, Terrill!

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  10. Love this author's books and extremely happy that Dana's starting this new series. "FRAMED IN DEATH VALLEY" sounds like a fabulous start. Knowing this author's books, it's been on my TBR list since she first told about it and I'm getting anxios for the opportunity to read it.

    Thank you for the chance to win a copy. Have a great weekend whatever is in store for you.
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