About Me I am a retired librarian and I now support books and authors through my reviews.

I have always loved to read and I was able to share that love through my work as a public librarian for 22 1/2 years. I now promote literacy by reading, and then writing reviews. I love to support authors by sharing my reviews with others!

Friday, February 20, 2026

Deadly Currents (Hidden Bay, #3) by Elizabeth Goddard

Deadly Currents (Hidden Bay, #3)
ABOUT THE BOOK

Investigative journalist Cressida arrives in Hidden Bay after a worldwide journey to finish her late father's manuscript on shipwrecks. As she tries to discover the story behind the "ghost ship" Specter's Bounty, her only lead is a name her father left behind--Evelyn Monroe. As Cressida uncovers more about the ship, she quickly realizes that her research has placed her in the crosshairs of dangerous forces.

County detective Braden is in Hidden Bay for one reason--to get his niece lifesaving medical treatment. To do that, he is assigned to protect Cressida from a revenge-driven enemy. Together, Braden and Cressida dig deeper to discern the myth from the facts surrounding the Specter's Bounty. Entangled in secrets, they must unravel the past before it destroys their future.

Brace yourself for Elizabeth Goddard's final adrenaline-inducing installment in the Hidden Bay series.




MY THOUGHTS.....

Finally! After being teased about a ghost ship in the first book of this series, I now have answers. Amid heart-pounding danger and puzzling plot twists, secrets have been revealed. Throw in the rocky coast along Hidden Bay, add pirates, sunken ships, and hidden agendas, and the result was a captivating drama with vibes that often seemed gothic to me!

Author Elizabeth Goddard is a master at creating characters we care about, placing them in impossible situations, and guiding them through journeys of faith. I was especially captivated by the conflicting dynamics between Cressida and Braden. Sweet romance and touching moments blurred by grief, doubts, and mistrust. Would forgiveness and redemption help them overcome?

This has been such a special series. Storm Warning set the stage, Perilous Tides deepened the connection, and Deadly Currents is the icing on the cake! I couldn't have asked for a better conclusion to the Hidden Bay series.

I received a copy from the author and publisher. There was no obligation for a positive review.

My rating: 5 of 5 stars



ABOUT THE AUTHOR


Elizabeth Goddard is the USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of 60 novels and novellas, including Cold Light of Day, Shadows at Dusk, and the Rocky Mountain Courage and Uncommon Justice series. Her books have sold nearly 1.5 million copies. She is a Christy Award, Carol Award and Reader’s Choice Award winner and a Daphne du Maurier and HOLT Medallion Award finalist. When she’s not writing, she loves spending time with her family, traveling to find inspiration for her next book, and serving with her husband in ministry.

Learn more by visiting her Website    


HIDDEN BAY
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Monday, February 16, 2026

The Bird of Bedford Manor by Michelle Griep

The Bird of Bedford Manor
ABOUT THE BOOK

Bedfordshire, England, 1820: Ruined by the sins of her father, Juliet Finch is cast into a life of self-reliance. Survival is a harsh taskmaster, but she is a quick learner and excels at tracking and snaring wild game to feed herself. Juliet embraces her new identity until the day Henry Russell catches her poaching on his land--a crime punishable by death. Henry, however, has other offenses on his mind: namely, the troublesome stalker who's making a misery of his sister's life. To try to put a stop to her torment, Henry charges Juliet with tracking the elusive villain so he can be brought to justice. Using her skills, Juliet hunts down the rogue. . .but may just become the prey herself.
Reader favorite Michelle Griep has penned yet another masterpiece with this page-turning adventure that has it all:

  • swoon-worthy romance
  • clever turn-of-phrase
  • colorfully memorable characters
  • charming British setting






MY THOUGHTS.....

A female poacher, an English gentleman, his tormented sister, and an unknown stalker...I loved this new novel by Michelle Griep! She swept me back to early 19th-century England in this thrilling story that's both mystery and romance. They were separated by social class, but I loved the magnetic connection between Juliet and Henry. Her present circumstances may have hidden her former status, but Henry didn't doubt that Juliet was a lady. And Juliet couldn't ignore Henry either!

Griep cleverly left a trail of deceptive clues in Juliet and Henry's frantic search for his sister Charity. Twists and turns kept me turning the pages, and the reveal of the villain's identity was like the finale of a fine-tuned symphony! And then the story's ending...oh, my!

I highly recommend this book to all who enjoy mesmerizing romance, intriguing suspense, and inspiring faith journeys. The Bird of Bedford Manor is Regency fiction at its best, and I would give it more than 5 stars, if I could!

I received a complimentary copy from the author. There was no obligation for a positive review.


My rating: 5 of 5 stars




















ABOUT THE AUTHOR

I hear voices. Loud. Incessant. And very real. Which basically gives me two options: choke back massive amounts of Prozac or write fiction. I chose the latter. Way cheaper. I've been writing since I discovered blank wall space and Crayolas. I seek to glorify God in all that I write...except for that graffiti phase I went through as a teenager. Oops. Did I say that out loud?

learn more about Michelle Griep by visiting  her Website