Solitaire

Parabaloni #4

by Catherine Gruben

Underneath the French A15 Interstate, where it towers over the river Seine, sits a warehouse. It is particularly uninteresting, just a gray rectangle, like an overgrown cinderblock. But to a team of American spies it is extremely interesting; it's the building Simeon Lee picked to unmask a terrorist of an unusual sort. Simeon's best friend is in trouble, framed for terrorist activity by someone calling themselves 'Solitaire, ' and that's not something the Parabaloni are willing to overlook. At that singularly ugly warehouse the four spies must bring together Gigan's family of Parisian smugglers, all the law-enforcement they can pack into three rooms, a crowd of Islamic terrorist, one crooked inventor, and this unexplained Solitaire. But once there, will Simeon manage to draw a confession out, or will Solitaire end the night by his favorite method of igniting TNT, and blow them all straight to minuscule pieces

Genres: Thriller, Espionage, Christian

241 pages, Paperback

Published October 30, 2015

About the author

I have always been entranced by a 'good read' and can be found curled up reading or creating a book whenever I have a spare moment. What draws me to a book is usually simple interest in a fun tale. But what makes me love a book is the design of its content, where the ideas presented are trying to lead their readers. I have always been fascinated by the written word, philosophical reasoning, and good stories of bravery and honor. I found it all and more in the Bible, and strive to let its influence deluge all my writing.

If you are reading this, it means you are a fellow bookworm. Welcome! I know you could be reading a good story instead of a long explanation of myself, so let me keep this brief. I live in the middle of Texas, and grew up mostly in a dusty town in the southern New Mexican desert. (Yes, New Mexico is a part of the United States, and no, I am not a missionary, and yes, you can drink the water.) It is my delight and privilege to be a housewife to a wonderful man, mother to our little boy, an editor at Seasoned Words Editing, and an Earl Gray connoisseur. Another of my constant activities is trying to keep our dogs, Beatrice, Lynette, Buddy, and Biscuit, from terrorizing the house and neighborhood with their determination to be always underfoot and hungry. (The work of a dog lover is never done.) When not writing, reading, chasing children or dogs, I can be found baking, hiking, or possibly broad sword fighting with my older brother. If you want a fuller explanation of me, go and read Psalm 30. The heart and purpose of my life can be found there, especially in the last two verses.

Enjoy my profile (I hope), and be sure to check out my books. I love to hear feedback, good and bad, so don't be shy to tell me what you think of my work. And keep watching! You never know when the writing itch will hit and another book will fly from my laptop into your hands.

Reviews

[Bcs (Sarah. B) · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was SO GOOD!!!

Overview:

Language/Profanity: A few mentions of people cursing but they are not Christians.

Faith: Very very strong.

Romance/Sex: None...

Action/Adventure: Spies, bombs, danger, action. Vince is captured and banged up a bit... also Peter is threatened to convert back to being a Muslim. Note that there are a few things mentioned that happened, especially in Sim's past, that are rather violent, but it is just mentioned.

Other: None

Five star recommendation.... So Good!!

[Joy · Rating 4 out of 5]

For new or old Parabaloni fans, another fun adventure! I read an earlier version of the story, and know it has only improved with the current edition. I especially enjoyed the adventures in an insane asylum (!) and meeting Gigan's family. Always a good read to follow the Parabaloni quartet in their adventures.

[Linda Hoover · Rating 4 out of 5]

An exciting, mysterious, twist-and-turn filled adventure with our favorite group of guys - the Parabaloni - (plus a few additions just for fun). Good fourth book in the series!