PUBLISHER DESCRIPTION
Recovering her missing memories
could be the key to solving a murder.
Searching for her best friend’s remains could help forensic anthropologist Melanie Hutton regain her memories of when they were both kidnapped–unless the killer gets to Melanie first. For her safety, Melanie must rely on Detective Jason Cooper, who still blames her for his sister’s death. Can Jason set the past aside to solve the cold-case murder…and shield Melanie from the same fate?
From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
My Review:
This is author Sami A. Abram’s debut novel for Love Inspired Suspense and the storyline is filled with intrigue and suspense. Melanie Hutton’s career as a forensic anthropologist had its beginnings from Melanie’s experience as a teenager: She was held captive by someone who also murdered her best friend, Allison Cooper. Their cold case had never been solved. Melanie’s memory loss of that event drew her back to her hometown to join the police force there with the hope that her memory would fully return and finally lead to the identity of the killer. However, Melanie finds herself in danger from her first day on the job. Detective Jason Cooper has blamed Melanie for his sister’s death, but now finds himself responsible for protecting Melanie from the almost relentless attacks on her life. The two must work together to quickly solve the cold case and bring the murderer to justice to save Melanie’s life.
Although I liked Melanie’s character immediately and became involved in her story, I never warmed up to Jason. His anger and unwillingness to look at Melanie’s story in an objective way really bugged me, although he did completely come around as the story progressed. However, despite Jason, this book has an absorbing storyline. The author did a great job with the flashbacks to Melanie’s past and the themes of faith, forgiveness, and hope weave seamlessly throughout the story. I’ll definitely be looking forward to reading this author’s next book.
Please note this: Although they are appropriately handled, this book has some intense scenes. If physical abuse is an emotional trigger for you, be aware of this before you start reading the book.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions are my own.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Two-time Genesis winner Sami A. Abrams and her husband live in Northern California, but she’ll always be a Kansas girl at heart. She enjoys visiting her two grown children and spoiling their sweet fur babies. Most evenings, if Sami’s not watching sports, you’ll find her engrossed in a romantic suspense novel. She thinks a crime plus a little romance is the recipe for a great story. Visit her at http://www.samiaabrams.com.
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