Book Description:
A police officer will do anything to catch the serial killer that got away—even if it means playing a deadly game in the icy wilderness.
Sweetwood Falls, Yukon, has seen too much terror for one small town. Corporal Aurora Hunt still blames herself for not catching the Shadow Box Killer before five women lost their lives. The killings stopped two years ago, and her colleagues believe the murderer is dead. But Aurora isn’t convinced.
A chilling discovery on a winter’s morning confirms her fears. The crime scene is all too familiar—a woman’s mutilated body, and beneath it, a box containing a gruesome souvenir. But this time, there’s a special message, daring Aurora to play a game that will lead her into the wilderness to try and save the next victim.
Canadian Watcher Squad survivalist Kordell Greene is part of the past that Aurora has tried to put behind her. He’s also the only person equipped to guide her through this deadly terrain. But somehow, the killer knows all their secrets. Solving cryptic clues as they battle the elements, Aurora and Kordell must confront dark truths they’ve withheld, even from each other. And always, the Shadow Box Killer is one step ahead, drawing them deeper into a twisted game where the slightest mistake may be their last.
My Thoughts: Wow, wow, wow!
"Wow, wow, wow" best describes my reaction to this fantastic mystery and suspense romance. This sit-on-the-edge-of-your-seat suspense had me guessing the whole way through. Author Darlene Turner did a wonderful job with the game, clues, and twists and turns, which made it impossible for me to figure out the result. And when the end came, what a surprise it was. Absolutely fantastic!
Aurora and Kordell's past was integral to the mystery, flawlessly woven into the suspense, along with the messages of overcoming and forgiving. Their reconnection and all they faced also played wonderfully into their blossoming relationship.
This is truly a story you should not miss.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with an advance copy of this book. All comments and opinions are entirely my own and voluntary.
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About the Author: Darlene L. Turner
Darlene L. Turner is an award-winning author and lives with her husband, Jeff in Ontario, Canada. Her love of suspense began when she read her first Nancy Drew book. She’s turned that passion into her writing and believes readers will be captured by her plots, inspired by her strong characters, and moved by her inspirational message. You can connect with Darlene at www.darlenelturner.com where there’s suspense beyond borders.
