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Coastal Guardians #3
The Deadly Shallows
Coast Guard Flight Medic Brooke Kesler is ecstatic to watch her friend and mentee graduate from medic A-school, but her elation turns to anguish when men in ski masks open fire on the crowd.
CGIS Agent Noah Rowley is rocked to the core when he learns of a mass shooting raging on his Coast Guard base. Still, the shock is nothing compared to the heart-wrenching fear when he learns the woman he loves is at the graduation. Fortunately, his team rapidly ends the shooting melee, and Noah discovers Brooke is still alive. Once assured she's okay, he quickly turns to learning who is behind the attack.
Little do Brooke and Noah know that the shooting is part of a master plot, and that Brooke has overheard something that holds the key to exposing the mastermind's identity. Determined not to be caught, the cunning villain focuses on taking out Brooke and, if need be, those who would protect her. With targets on their backs, Brooke and Noah must race to find the killer before he strikes again.
Bestselling author Dani Pettrey again delivers a fast-paced story in an acclaimed style readers have come to love: full of snappy dialogue, thrilling adventure romance, and unexpected plot twists.
CGIS Agent Noah Rowley is rocked to the core when he learns of a mass shooting raging on his Coast Guard base. Still, the shock is nothing compared to the heart-wrenching fear when he learns the woman he loves is at the graduation. Fortunately, his team rapidly ends the shooting melee, and Noah discovers Brooke is still alive. Once assured she's okay, he quickly turns to learning who is behind the attack.
Little do Brooke and Noah know that the shooting is part of a master plot, and that Brooke has overheard something that holds the key to exposing the mastermind's identity. Determined not to be caught, the cunning villain focuses on taking out Brooke and, if need be, those who would protect her. With targets on their backs, Brooke and Noah must race to find the killer before he strikes again.
Bestselling author Dani Pettrey again delivers a fast-paced story in an acclaimed style readers have come to love: full of snappy dialogue, thrilling adventure romance, and unexpected plot twists.
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First published July 5, 2022
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Dani Pettrey
39 books2,857 followersPraised by New York Times best-selling author Dee Henderson as “a name to look for in romantic suspense,” Dani Pettrey has sold nearly a million copies of her novels to readers eagerly awaiting the next release. Dani combines the page-turning adrenaline of a thriller with the chemistry and happy-ever-after of a romance. Her novels stand out for their “wicked pace, snappy dialogue, and likable characters” (Publishers Weekly), “gripping storyline[s],” (RT Book Reviews), and “sizzling undercurrent of romance” (USA Today).
Her Alaskan Courage series and Chesapeake Valor series have received praise from readers and critics alike and spent multiple months topping the CBA bestseller lists. Dani has also been honored with multiple awards, including the Daphne du Maurier Award, two HOLT Medallions, a Christy Award finalist, two National Readers’ Choice Awards, the Gail Wilson Award of Excellence, and Christian Retailing’s Best Award.
She researches murder and mayhem from her home in Maryland. For more information about her novels, visit danipettrey.com
Her Alaskan Courage series and Chesapeake Valor series have received praise from readers and critics alike and spent multiple months topping the CBA bestseller lists. Dani has also been honored with multiple awards, including the Daphne du Maurier Award, two HOLT Medallions, a Christy Award finalist, two National Readers’ Choice Awards, the Gail Wilson Award of Excellence, and Christian Retailing’s Best Award.
She researches murder and mayhem from her home in Maryland. For more information about her novels, visit danipettrey.com
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June 27, 2022
Intense Christian romantic suspense story, filled with action.
I read this in one day because I couldn't put it down! It starts with a very harrowing and realistic mass shooting at a military graduation ceremony, and then doesn't let up until all of the various threads and pieces are put together to determine who did it. There are plenty of dead bodies throughout, but that is also balanced by a fair amount of romance.
I love how this author keeps the reader's interest by keeping the tension high and revealing information about the villain(s) bit by bit until the motive becomes clear. This is truly an intricately and cleverly plotted suspense novel. Unlike many romantic suspense tales, this one has equal amounts of both and is sure to keep fans of romance and suspense equally enthralled.
As this is Christian fiction, there is a significant amount of faith content. Characters pray often and their faith is a central focus for their lives and relationships.
You don't need to read the previous books in this series as it easily stands alone, but you might want to get to know the other characters who make cameo appearances in the story.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, all opinions are my own.
I read this in one day because I couldn't put it down! It starts with a very harrowing and realistic mass shooting at a military graduation ceremony, and then doesn't let up until all of the various threads and pieces are put together to determine who did it. There are plenty of dead bodies throughout, but that is also balanced by a fair amount of romance.
I love how this author keeps the reader's interest by keeping the tension high and revealing information about the villain(s) bit by bit until the motive becomes clear. This is truly an intricately and cleverly plotted suspense novel. Unlike many romantic suspense tales, this one has equal amounts of both and is sure to keep fans of romance and suspense equally enthralled.
As this is Christian fiction, there is a significant amount of faith content. Characters pray often and their faith is a central focus for their lives and relationships.
You don't need to read the previous books in this series as it easily stands alone, but you might want to get to know the other characters who make cameo appearances in the story.
I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book, all opinions are my own.
July 5, 2022
'How many people were going to die before this ended?'
I've been a fan of Dani Pettrey's work since her first book years ago. They sit proudly on my shelves. This one is no exception to her action-packed suspense. The Coastal Guardians is a great series and I love it.
Join this amazing team as they try to stop a madman with a stolen weapon that could cause tremendous destruction if they don't catch him first. There is a mass shooting that devastates the team, but it's only the beginning of the havoc that falls in the wake of this diabolical maniac.
Pettrey deftly adds layers all along that serve to constantly bring more intrigue to the reader. The personal stories of those involved are great to watch as well. They struggle with real problems just like the rest of us, and they've allowed God into their lives and have His help with those problems. We also get a great secondary story as well as see old friends making an appearance. Very well done!
My thanks to Bethany House for a copy of this book. The opinion here is my own.
I've been a fan of Dani Pettrey's work since her first book years ago. They sit proudly on my shelves. This one is no exception to her action-packed suspense. The Coastal Guardians is a great series and I love it.
Join this amazing team as they try to stop a madman with a stolen weapon that could cause tremendous destruction if they don't catch him first. There is a mass shooting that devastates the team, but it's only the beginning of the havoc that falls in the wake of this diabolical maniac.
Pettrey deftly adds layers all along that serve to constantly bring more intrigue to the reader. The personal stories of those involved are great to watch as well. They struggle with real problems just like the rest of us, and they've allowed God into their lives and have His help with those problems. We also get a great secondary story as well as see old friends making an appearance. Very well done!
My thanks to Bethany House for a copy of this book. The opinion here is my own.
April 24, 2022
Action from beginning to end in the third novel of the Coastal Guardians Series!
Following a mass shooting at a Coast Guard Graduation Ceremony, Special Agent Noah Rowley commits himself and his team to figuring out who was behind the attack. Flight Medic Brooke Kesler is equally committed to helping how she can after seeing her friend shot at the graduation.
Loved peeling back the layers as the villain and motive were revealed. I was definitely in the dark and didn't guess who was behind the attack until the very end.
After the mass shooting, Noah re-evaluated his feelings for Brooke and their romance began to blossom. It was great to get caught up with other characters in the series.
My gratitude to publisher Bethany House for a complimentary NetGalley copy of the novel. I was not required to post a review and all opinions expressed are my own.
Following a mass shooting at a Coast Guard Graduation Ceremony, Special Agent Noah Rowley commits himself and his team to figuring out who was behind the attack. Flight Medic Brooke Kesler is equally committed to helping how she can after seeing her friend shot at the graduation.
Loved peeling back the layers as the villain and motive were revealed. I was definitely in the dark and didn't guess who was behind the attack until the very end.
After the mass shooting, Noah re-evaluated his feelings for Brooke and their romance began to blossom. It was great to get caught up with other characters in the series.
My gratitude to publisher Bethany House for a complimentary NetGalley copy of the novel. I was not required to post a review and all opinions expressed are my own.
August 28, 2022
I have four words for you:
Well.
Worth.
The.
Wait.
One of the things I love most about Dani Pettrey’s Coastal Guardians series is that, while each book does focus on a main couple, each book is also about the whole team. So you can always spend quality time with your favorite character(s) or pairing(s) even if they aren’t the focus of the specific book you’re reading. This helps readers become deeply invested in this team of CGIS agents as well as the CGIS-adjacent private investigators, journalists, and flight medics they love. Ergo, we have been squirming and fidgeting and and re-reading the first two books, trying very hard to be patient as we anticipated the release of The Deadly Shallows. And oh my goodness, this story was SO worth waiting for.
I have long been ‘team Noah-Brooke’. Having already invested in these characters from the previous two books, I loved getting a closer look at the layers that have made up their past and influenced their present. Whew – I’m still fanning over some of those kisses, but their romance is more than just some swoonilicious smoochy-time. As they each wrestle with their feelings for each other, Pettrey gives us a master class in multidimensional characters and seamlessly integrates a faith thread that touches the soul without being preachy or inauthentic.
The author also did a number on my heart rate with the dangerous situations Noah & Brooke kept getting into. A mass shooting on a Coast Guard base, a violent kidnapping, the theft of a weapon of mass destruction, illegal toxic waste dumping… and that’s just the first couple of days. Tensions rise along with the body count, and I stayed on the edge of my seat, frantically turning the pages and often unsure whether Noah and Brooke would both survive to find the happily-ever-after we’ve been waiting for. The suspense doesn’t ease up, even for the kissing scenes, keeping the mood of the story charged & dynamic.
Bottom Line: The Deadly Shallows by Dani Pettrey is everything I hoped it would be and more. Readers will love the don’t-blink, remember-to-breathe, high stakes suspense as our beloved Coastal Guardians race to save the day – and each other. Not only are we treated to a front row seat as Noah & Brooke finally – finally – admit their deep feelings for each other, but we also get to watch Caleb & Austin stop fighting their feelings too. Austin is one of my fave characters in the series, and her banter-bickering with Caleb is so fun. Add some kisses to the mix, and it’s even more entertaining. The faith thread fits organically with the plot and I appreciated that Noah & Brooke were mature and open with each other about their struggles. (If you’re waiting for Emmy & Logan’s romance, too, don’t despair when you hear this is the last book in the series. A novella is releasing next May that will tie up their story.)
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first reviewed at Reading Is My SuperPower
Well.
Worth.
The.
Wait.
One of the things I love most about Dani Pettrey’s Coastal Guardians series is that, while each book does focus on a main couple, each book is also about the whole team. So you can always spend quality time with your favorite character(s) or pairing(s) even if they aren’t the focus of the specific book you’re reading. This helps readers become deeply invested in this team of CGIS agents as well as the CGIS-adjacent private investigators, journalists, and flight medics they love. Ergo, we have been squirming and fidgeting and and re-reading the first two books, trying very hard to be patient as we anticipated the release of The Deadly Shallows. And oh my goodness, this story was SO worth waiting for.
I have long been ‘team Noah-Brooke’. Having already invested in these characters from the previous two books, I loved getting a closer look at the layers that have made up their past and influenced their present. Whew – I’m still fanning over some of those kisses, but their romance is more than just some swoonilicious smoochy-time. As they each wrestle with their feelings for each other, Pettrey gives us a master class in multidimensional characters and seamlessly integrates a faith thread that touches the soul without being preachy or inauthentic.
The author also did a number on my heart rate with the dangerous situations Noah & Brooke kept getting into. A mass shooting on a Coast Guard base, a violent kidnapping, the theft of a weapon of mass destruction, illegal toxic waste dumping… and that’s just the first couple of days. Tensions rise along with the body count, and I stayed on the edge of my seat, frantically turning the pages and often unsure whether Noah and Brooke would both survive to find the happily-ever-after we’ve been waiting for. The suspense doesn’t ease up, even for the kissing scenes, keeping the mood of the story charged & dynamic.
Bottom Line: The Deadly Shallows by Dani Pettrey is everything I hoped it would be and more. Readers will love the don’t-blink, remember-to-breathe, high stakes suspense as our beloved Coastal Guardians race to save the day – and each other. Not only are we treated to a front row seat as Noah & Brooke finally – finally – admit their deep feelings for each other, but we also get to watch Caleb & Austin stop fighting their feelings too. Austin is one of my fave characters in the series, and her banter-bickering with Caleb is so fun. Add some kisses to the mix, and it’s even more entertaining. The faith thread fits organically with the plot and I appreciated that Noah & Brooke were mature and open with each other about their struggles. (If you’re waiting for Emmy & Logan’s romance, too, don’t despair when you hear this is the last book in the series. A novella is releasing next May that will tie up their story.)
(I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book)
first reviewed at Reading Is My SuperPower
July 8, 2022
This is a story that I have been anxiously awaiting! If you have read the first two books in the series, you will enjoy diving back into another harrowing adventure with Noah Rawley’s Coast Guard team. If you haven’t read any of the other books in this series, I believe that you could still enjoy this one, however, both of the love stories that are primary in The Deadly Shallows have been slowly simmering in earlier books, so reading the other novels adds to the depth in their relationship.
Everything about The Deadly Shallows made it hard for me to set down. I liked that there were two different relationships that progressed from friendship to more as the team solved not one, but two cases.
I really felt for Noah as he struggled with the feeling that he shouldn’t pursue a relationship with Brooke due to something from his past, even as he realized that he was already in love with her. I appreciated that the author had these characters openly discuss their concerns in a way that showed how important good communication is.
I really enjoyed Austin and Caleb’s budding romance, as well. These two had bickering down to an art form in earlier stories, yet they also were a good example of talking things through when their feelings began to grow.
The Deadly Shallows was a great story, packed with intrigue and romance. I’m looking forward to Emmy and Logan’s story next.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
You can read this review on my blog:
https://brittreadsfiction.wordpress.c...
Everything about The Deadly Shallows made it hard for me to set down. I liked that there were two different relationships that progressed from friendship to more as the team solved not one, but two cases.
I really felt for Noah as he struggled with the feeling that he shouldn’t pursue a relationship with Brooke due to something from his past, even as he realized that he was already in love with her. I appreciated that the author had these characters openly discuss their concerns in a way that showed how important good communication is.
I really enjoyed Austin and Caleb’s budding romance, as well. These two had bickering down to an art form in earlier stories, yet they also were a good example of talking things through when their feelings began to grow.
The Deadly Shallows was a great story, packed with intrigue and romance. I’m looking forward to Emmy and Logan’s story next.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
You can read this review on my blog:
https://brittreadsfiction.wordpress.c...
May 14, 2022
Don’t miss Dani Pettrey’s fabulous romance set among suspense, mystery, and intrigue that is sure to keep the reader flipping pages until the satisfying ending. I loved Noah and Brooke's romance, and their internal struggles made them so relatable that I cheered them on until the end and sighed with their happily-ever-after.
July 22, 2022
I love action packed romantic suspense. And you always get that with Pettrey's book. This is a series, but it can be read as a standalone. I was not lost and found it a thrilling read.
I gave this one 4 stars I recommend this.
The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required, and all views expressed are our own.
I gave this one 4 stars I recommend this.
The Mary Reader received this book from the publisher for review. A favorable review was not required, and all views expressed are our own.
July 17, 2022
Dani has created a rich story with characters readers have come to love, and two sets of heros and heroines who step to the forefront of the story. It's a intricately woven story with multiple layers happening simultaneously in a race to find homegrown terrorists before the body count rises even higher. Light romance. Spiritual elements. Great characters. An enjoyable read!
July 7, 2022
Reading a Dani Pettrey novel always puts me on the edge of my seat because I never know what is going to happen next. And then I'm up way too late reading because I need to know who is behind it and why. Lost sleep as a result of a book is the only reason I like to lose sleep and this was worth working with brain fog after not getting enough sleep! I've looked forward to Noah and Brooke's story since book 1 so this was a highly anticipated read for me. Insert happy sighs here because it was perfect. I can't wait for the novella next!
November 8, 2022
If you could only see the Cheshire Cat grin on my face. I think I might even try purring from the bibliophile contentment reading this book has brought me. My, oh, my, but I do so love the way Dani Pettrey tells a story. And this one is exceptionally well done.
And so romantical!!!! As in two well developed romances!!!! I love how neither was an afterthought to the suspense elements. The author achieved a perfect balance between toe curls and hair raising. :-)
There's action and drama and lots of intricate investigation work. The pacing -- danger, 'aha' revelations, team banter -- put me in mind of an NCIS episode. Has that same kind of balance, and lots of opportunity to get to know the characters really well. And the complexity of the various suspense threads that lead to a heart stopping climax still have me agog with wonder. How on earth did the author plot all that out without, well, losing the plot? :-) Completely captivating!
'The Deadly Shallows' is the third book in the 'Coastal Guardians' series but reads well as a standalone. We get the whole team together a lot, including former heroes and heroines so it might take a chapter or two to feel like you know everybody and their individual jobs, but I don't think it would feel overwhelming. If you are up-to-date with the series, you will have a blast reconnecting with the team and watching the romances develop.
And, woohoo, there's still one more book coming out in May 2023 and there's a bit of set up for it in this one which has me all kinds of impatient to read it!
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And so romantical!!!! As in two well developed romances!!!! I love how neither was an afterthought to the suspense elements. The author achieved a perfect balance between toe curls and hair raising. :-)
There's action and drama and lots of intricate investigation work. The pacing -- danger, 'aha' revelations, team banter -- put me in mind of an NCIS episode. Has that same kind of balance, and lots of opportunity to get to know the characters really well. And the complexity of the various suspense threads that lead to a heart stopping climax still have me agog with wonder. How on earth did the author plot all that out without, well, losing the plot? :-) Completely captivating!
'The Deadly Shallows' is the third book in the 'Coastal Guardians' series but reads well as a standalone. We get the whole team together a lot, including former heroes and heroines so it might take a chapter or two to feel like you know everybody and their individual jobs, but I don't think it would feel overwhelming. If you are up-to-date with the series, you will have a blast reconnecting with the team and watching the romances develop.
And, woohoo, there's still one more book coming out in May 2023 and there's a bit of set up for it in this one which has me all kinds of impatient to read it!
https://bestreads-kav.blogspot.com/20...
July 10, 2022
I know we're not supposed to pick favorites, but too bad. This is my favorite book in this series.
I usually start out talking about the storyline or the characters, but something that is incredibly powerful in Dani's books is she's not afraid of her faith being shown through her characters. It's not done in an "in your face" kind of way, but in a way that feels very true to the characters. Her characters pray out loud and give God the honor He is due. So, so good!
While this story is mostly about Brooke and Noah, I really enjoyed that it was about the entire team. Caleb and Austin get a lot of page time and I enjoyed getting to know both sets through the story. While each of the characters has their own struggles they work well together and respect each other.
There were a couple of storylines going on in the book that certainly keeps the reader on their toes. I guess bad guys don't know to let the team finish one crime before a new one starts. Good thing is, they've got a great group of people working together. I loved seeing them have each others' back and work cohesively. The suspense of the story had me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.
Now we just need a story for Logan and Emmy! And I'm ready for it!!
*I received my book for review. This is my personal opinion.
I usually start out talking about the storyline or the characters, but something that is incredibly powerful in Dani's books is she's not afraid of her faith being shown through her characters. It's not done in an "in your face" kind of way, but in a way that feels very true to the characters. Her characters pray out loud and give God the honor He is due. So, so good!
While this story is mostly about Brooke and Noah, I really enjoyed that it was about the entire team. Caleb and Austin get a lot of page time and I enjoyed getting to know both sets through the story. While each of the characters has their own struggles they work well together and respect each other.
There were a couple of storylines going on in the book that certainly keeps the reader on their toes. I guess bad guys don't know to let the team finish one crime before a new one starts. Good thing is, they've got a great group of people working together. I loved seeing them have each others' back and work cohesively. The suspense of the story had me on the edge of my seat from beginning to end.
Now we just need a story for Logan and Emmy! And I'm ready for it!!
*I received my book for review. This is my personal opinion.
July 26, 2022
It was great re-connecting with the team in this third book in the Coastal Guardian series.
As usual, Ms Pettrey starts out with a highly toxic situation when a mass shooting disrupts a graduation on base. It only ramps up from there. It was non-stop action with the team going in several directions at once and wondering if all the clues were connected in some way.
This time there are two couples that we follow on their romantic journey: Austin, head of her own detective agency and Caleb, a CGIS agent. Their banter was classic and fun. And Noah, a leader at CGIS and Brooke a Coastguard flight medic. These tense situations bring out the hero in Noah but he has some issues to work through before he can declare himself to Brooke.
I like that there is a large group who are connected by faith and friendship and that they are almost like family.
A suspenseful follow up to the first two books and makes me want to go back and reread them. Ms. Pettrey is a master at Romantic Suspense. I look forward to her next book.
* I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Reviewers group. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.*
As usual, Ms Pettrey starts out with a highly toxic situation when a mass shooting disrupts a graduation on base. It only ramps up from there. It was non-stop action with the team going in several directions at once and wondering if all the clues were connected in some way.
This time there are two couples that we follow on their romantic journey: Austin, head of her own detective agency and Caleb, a CGIS agent. Their banter was classic and fun. And Noah, a leader at CGIS and Brooke a Coastguard flight medic. These tense situations bring out the hero in Noah but he has some issues to work through before he can declare himself to Brooke.
I like that there is a large group who are connected by faith and friendship and that they are almost like family.
A suspenseful follow up to the first two books and makes me want to go back and reread them. Ms. Pettrey is a master at Romantic Suspense. I look forward to her next book.
* I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House Reviewers group. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.*
July 1, 2022
Please, Lord. Carry me - Brooke was sure she could not do this on her own!
A very determined killer with even more dedicated law enforcement creates an incredible story that will keep you breathless at times. The sheer number of deaths almost makes you wonder if those who stand for the right will even survive! Add several fascinating mysteries to the mix and you have a story that can only have been written by this fabulous author.
Toxic dumping, laser weapons, abductions and more - do they all link together? Is there one big kahuna that is pulling all the strings to these mysteries? The romance element allows the reader a breath or two during this edge of your seat thriller.
An early copy of Coastal Guardians Book 3 was received through Bethany House Publishers, Baker Publishing Group and NetGalley. These comments and impressions are my own and were in no way solicited.
A very determined killer with even more dedicated law enforcement creates an incredible story that will keep you breathless at times. The sheer number of deaths almost makes you wonder if those who stand for the right will even survive! Add several fascinating mysteries to the mix and you have a story that can only have been written by this fabulous author.
Toxic dumping, laser weapons, abductions and more - do they all link together? Is there one big kahuna that is pulling all the strings to these mysteries? The romance element allows the reader a breath or two during this edge of your seat thriller.
An early copy of Coastal Guardians Book 3 was received through Bethany House Publishers, Baker Publishing Group and NetGalley. These comments and impressions are my own and were in no way solicited.
July 15, 2022
The author's books are always non stop action and this one is no different. Action that captivates you from the first pages hooks your attention. You won't be able to stop reading because once you start reading you'll need to have all your questions answered.
A mass shooting has the first responders including CGIS Agent Noah Rowley and his team and Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler on high alert.
A mysterious message given to medic Brooke by the only surviving gunman has her questioning it's importance. Was he even coherent when he spoke to her?
This fast paced thriller will have you questioning who ordered the shooting and why?
I enjoyed seeing the interaction between Noah and Brooke they have a comfort level with each other that has built up from previous books but will sparks be able to fly as he does everything he possibly can to protect her while keeping a secret from her that may change the whole scope of things if she'd find out what it was.
The attack wasn't the end game. It was only the beginning.
Sure to please you won't be able to stop til you've read it all the way through.
Pub Date 05 Jul 2022
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
A mass shooting has the first responders including CGIS Agent Noah Rowley and his team and Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler on high alert.
A mysterious message given to medic Brooke by the only surviving gunman has her questioning it's importance. Was he even coherent when he spoke to her?
This fast paced thriller will have you questioning who ordered the shooting and why?
I enjoyed seeing the interaction between Noah and Brooke they have a comfort level with each other that has built up from previous books but will sparks be able to fly as he does everything he possibly can to protect her while keeping a secret from her that may change the whole scope of things if she'd find out what it was.
The attack wasn't the end game. It was only the beginning.
Sure to please you won't be able to stop til you've read it all the way through.
Pub Date 05 Jul 2022
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.
June 28, 2022
Although I generally like to savor the Christian romantic suspense that I read, I just couldn’t do it with this book. The pace was so fast and the action was so intriguing that it was impossible to put down. Beginning with a mass shooting, the heart-pounding action just kept up the rapid race through all of the events leading up to the deaths and all that the USCGIS agents were doing to find the perpetrators who had executed such horror at such a celebratory event. Brooke was called on to exhibit her skills as a medic time and time again and Noah Rowley, the team leader, has to use all of his expertise and a lot of prayer to trace the clues. The story is twisted and engaging as Noah’s team is led on a not-so-merry chase to find the group of men responsible for the devastation, only to discover that their planned mayhem is not over. The love stories in between the mystery and suspense were equally mesmerizing, with Noah and Brooke’s unlikely attraction as well as Caleb and Austin’s playful one. The scenes with the couples were like a break from the intensity of the main story and a much needed distraction from the seriousness of the crimes that were being investigated. All of the characters were well-developed, even the villains who were just as despicable as one would expect. The entire book was a race to the finish for me and I loved each minute I spent with the Coastal Guardians as they struggled to make sense of the violence and chaos before it became worse. Fans of romantic suspense will love this book, especially the intensity and the research that went into such a brilliantly written story!
Disclaimer
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author via Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255, “Guidelines Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”
Disclaimer
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author via Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255, “Guidelines Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.”
June 25, 2022
I always looks forward to new Dani Pettrey books and The Deadly Shallows did not disappoint.
This is the third book in the Coastal Guardians series. While it could be read as a standalone, I would suggest reading the previous books first, to get a sense of the characters and relationships. There isn’t really much recap and I found it took me a bit of time to remember what they all did and how they were connected.
The mysteries were interesting and kept the plot moving along quickly, but I thought they could have been a little more developed. I was never that invested in trying to figure things out and I kind of felt like Pettrey was the same. There were several good action-y scenes, but it kind of felt like everything was just kind of filler for the romance plotlines.
But, I’m not complaining about that because I was all in for the romances. I was already shipping Noah and Brooke in the previous book and I loved them here. I also really enjoyed seeing Austin and Caleb spend more time together and fall in love. There were so many sweet, sappy moments in this book and I was here for them. I was hoping to see more of Emmy and Logan, but hopefully they’ll be the focus of the next book.
Overall, I enjoyed The Deadly Shallows. I liked the characters and really enjoyed the romance. I also liked how the characters’ faith was an integral part of their daily lives. I really look forward to this series continuing.
This is the third book in the Coastal Guardians series. While it could be read as a standalone, I would suggest reading the previous books first, to get a sense of the characters and relationships. There isn’t really much recap and I found it took me a bit of time to remember what they all did and how they were connected.
The mysteries were interesting and kept the plot moving along quickly, but I thought they could have been a little more developed. I was never that invested in trying to figure things out and I kind of felt like Pettrey was the same. There were several good action-y scenes, but it kind of felt like everything was just kind of filler for the romance plotlines.
But, I’m not complaining about that because I was all in for the romances. I was already shipping Noah and Brooke in the previous book and I loved them here. I also really enjoyed seeing Austin and Caleb spend more time together and fall in love. There were so many sweet, sappy moments in this book and I was here for them. I was hoping to see more of Emmy and Logan, but hopefully they’ll be the focus of the next book.
Overall, I enjoyed The Deadly Shallows. I liked the characters and really enjoyed the romance. I also liked how the characters’ faith was an integral part of their daily lives. I really look forward to this series continuing.
April 1, 2022
3.75 ⭐️
What do mass shootings, stolen weapons, and deep secrets have in common? A lot, in fact. The Deadly Shallows follows the stories of CGIS agent Noah Rowley and Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler work to find the culprits who instigated the mass shooting, took the lives of innocent people, and threatened harm to loved ones. When a traumatic situation hits close to home for Noah and the case brings him and Brooke closer, he realizes he needs to confront his secrets before he can unravel the secrets behind the case. Can he, will he? You’ll have to read for yourself to find out!
There were a few things I appreciated about this book:
One, the emphasis and relevance of faith in the story. It’s not often you read a suspense book, even under the Christian genre, that has elements of faith to it.
Two, the importance the author stressed of being honest, even when it may cost you something you desperately want. Noah’s character wrestles a lot with this because he knows his secrets may cause him something he wants more than anything, but living a lie won’t only hurt him, but the woman he loves. It’s only when we’re brave enough to let others into our hurts and pain that we will experience true freedom and healing.
Three, there were some scenes the author could have made pretty gory/graphic. However, she avoided this by not describing the scene in full and instead having the character give a brief recap of what happened. I appreciated this so much because I feel like a lot of suspense books are really heavy on graphic scenes were something bad is happening, like torture/abuse, etc.
A few things that kept me from giving this book a higher rating:
One, the romance. We’ve got Noah/Brooke and Caleb/Austin, so needless to say, this book has more romance than others because it’s covering two stories and relationships. However, some of the scenes felt very similar/redundant between Noah and Brooke. Literally the dialogue was the same two or three times, and I felt like it took away from their relationship. This, of course, is just my personal opinion and others may not agree, which is completely okay.
Two, some of the inner dialogue between Noah and Caleb felt very similar when it came to their thoughts for Brooke and Austin. I felt like a distinct voice was lacking and, without knowing which POV the chapter was coming from through the chapter heading, it would have been very easy to confuse their characters. This was the case for me, at least.
Overall, my dislikes from the story were a matter of my personal opinion and not a problem with the storyline itself.
If you enjoy Christian suspense-filled reads with exciting (but not too dark/gory) storylines and romance, I’m sure this will be a good read for you!
What do mass shootings, stolen weapons, and deep secrets have in common? A lot, in fact. The Deadly Shallows follows the stories of CGIS agent Noah Rowley and Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler work to find the culprits who instigated the mass shooting, took the lives of innocent people, and threatened harm to loved ones. When a traumatic situation hits close to home for Noah and the case brings him and Brooke closer, he realizes he needs to confront his secrets before he can unravel the secrets behind the case. Can he, will he? You’ll have to read for yourself to find out!
There were a few things I appreciated about this book:
One, the emphasis and relevance of faith in the story. It’s not often you read a suspense book, even under the Christian genre, that has elements of faith to it.
Two, the importance the author stressed of being honest, even when it may cost you something you desperately want. Noah’s character wrestles a lot with this because he knows his secrets may cause him something he wants more than anything, but living a lie won’t only hurt him, but the woman he loves. It’s only when we’re brave enough to let others into our hurts and pain that we will experience true freedom and healing.
Three, there were some scenes the author could have made pretty gory/graphic. However, she avoided this by not describing the scene in full and instead having the character give a brief recap of what happened. I appreciated this so much because I feel like a lot of suspense books are really heavy on graphic scenes were something bad is happening, like torture/abuse, etc.
A few things that kept me from giving this book a higher rating:
One, the romance. We’ve got Noah/Brooke and Caleb/Austin, so needless to say, this book has more romance than others because it’s covering two stories and relationships. However, some of the scenes felt very similar/redundant between Noah and Brooke. Literally the dialogue was the same two or three times, and I felt like it took away from their relationship. This, of course, is just my personal opinion and others may not agree, which is completely okay.
Two, some of the inner dialogue between Noah and Caleb felt very similar when it came to their thoughts for Brooke and Austin. I felt like a distinct voice was lacking and, without knowing which POV the chapter was coming from through the chapter heading, it would have been very easy to confuse their characters. This was the case for me, at least.
Overall, my dislikes from the story were a matter of my personal opinion and not a problem with the storyline itself.
If you enjoy Christian suspense-filled reads with exciting (but not too dark/gory) storylines and romance, I’m sure this will be a good read for you!
July 5, 2022
Dani Pettrey came on the Christian fiction scene in May of 2012 with Submerged, the first book of her Alaskan Courage Series, and immediately became one of my top favorite Christian suspense authors. Deadly Shallows keeps her at that spot.
A year ago, The Crushing Depths left readers thinking and hoping that this next book would feature Brooke and Noah, the CGIS Agent In Charge....and that is what happened.
I try not to exaggerate in book reviews, but this book was over the top awesome. It may be her best one yet. Twenty-five pages in, there is a shooting, and the book has non stop action and suspense from that point on.
The book had a great plot, and Pettrey did a great job of taking that plot and making a very entertaining and suspenseful read that yes, I did read in one sitting. This is NOT a book you leave on your bed stand and read a little of it over a few weeks. It deserves.....maybe even demands to be read and devoured at one sitting. Or did it devour me?
I feel this author excels at team camaraderie. Her first series was about a family, but this and the previous series is about a team. I enjoyed the suspense of course - that is my favorite genre' - but I also enjoyed the interplay and friendships between the team members and those helping them. And possibly more evident in this book was the different talents/specialties of each member and how they worked their individual skill set to solve the case, and give their updates at the daily case board updates.
The bad guys were awesome......well, still bad, but their role and reasons for what happened were well thought out and what is a suspense novel without bad guys?
Noah and Brooke: this is romantic suspense, and this bachelor for life long ago started tolerating the romantic aspect of these books, and now I actually enjoy them and root for them. There is an element of what I guess you can call suspense when it comes to even those parts of the book. They obviously made a great couple, but Noah's secret was holding him back. Both of them were very likable and awesome characters, and I admit my eyes watered at the one scene when Noah finally came clean.
In addition to that romance, there was also a budding romance fun to watch between Caleb and Austin (don't worry - in this book Austin was a female) :)
The further I got in the book, the more suspenseful it got and the more happened as the bad guys desperately worked toward their final goal. There were some surprises, and you never knew who was going to end up dead next.
The whole story came to quite an explosive climax that had me on the end of my seat reading as fast as I could. The good guys did their job, and the bad guys.......well, read the book. But read the first two before you read #3.
Deadly Shadows had a great ending after the case was over. It was both amusing and a satisfying end to the Noah and Brooke part of the story.
This third book in the Coastal Guardian Series shows why this author is so well loved and popular. And it also shows why she needs to keep using her talent to write top quality Christian suspense. Definitely five stars, thought it deserves more than the allotted five.
I am hoping there is a book #4, and that it covers Logan and Emmy. Logan, the non-believer of the team, has been an intriguing character throughout all three books.
I was provided a copy of this book for review purposes. All opinions in this review are my own.
A year ago, The Crushing Depths left readers thinking and hoping that this next book would feature Brooke and Noah, the CGIS Agent In Charge....and that is what happened.
I try not to exaggerate in book reviews, but this book was over the top awesome. It may be her best one yet. Twenty-five pages in, there is a shooting, and the book has non stop action and suspense from that point on.
The book had a great plot, and Pettrey did a great job of taking that plot and making a very entertaining and suspenseful read that yes, I did read in one sitting. This is NOT a book you leave on your bed stand and read a little of it over a few weeks. It deserves.....maybe even demands to be read and devoured at one sitting. Or did it devour me?
I feel this author excels at team camaraderie. Her first series was about a family, but this and the previous series is about a team. I enjoyed the suspense of course - that is my favorite genre' - but I also enjoyed the interplay and friendships between the team members and those helping them. And possibly more evident in this book was the different talents/specialties of each member and how they worked their individual skill set to solve the case, and give their updates at the daily case board updates.
The bad guys were awesome......well, still bad, but their role and reasons for what happened were well thought out and what is a suspense novel without bad guys?
Noah and Brooke: this is romantic suspense, and this bachelor for life long ago started tolerating the romantic aspect of these books, and now I actually enjoy them and root for them. There is an element of what I guess you can call suspense when it comes to even those parts of the book. They obviously made a great couple, but Noah's secret was holding him back. Both of them were very likable and awesome characters, and I admit my eyes watered at the one scene when Noah finally came clean.
In addition to that romance, there was also a budding romance fun to watch between Caleb and Austin (don't worry - in this book Austin was a female) :)
The further I got in the book, the more suspenseful it got and the more happened as the bad guys desperately worked toward their final goal. There were some surprises, and you never knew who was going to end up dead next.
The whole story came to quite an explosive climax that had me on the end of my seat reading as fast as I could. The good guys did their job, and the bad guys.......well, read the book. But read the first two before you read #3.
Deadly Shadows had a great ending after the case was over. It was both amusing and a satisfying end to the Noah and Brooke part of the story.
This third book in the Coastal Guardian Series shows why this author is so well loved and popular. And it also shows why she needs to keep using her talent to write top quality Christian suspense. Definitely five stars, thought it deserves more than the allotted five.
I am hoping there is a book #4, and that it covers Logan and Emmy. Logan, the non-believer of the team, has been an intriguing character throughout all three books.
I was provided a copy of this book for review purposes. All opinions in this review are my own.
January 26, 2025
This one was “a bit much” for this reader.
Lots of people to remember, a high dead body count and much adrenaline produced by all the scary action. And don’t forget the complicated plot :)!
I have read two other series by Dani .. but this one I don’t plan to continue.
I liked Caleb and Austin romance .. found Noah’s romance maddening.
PS: Written more like a screenplay .. in scenes versus narrative .. another reviewer described it as choppy.
Lots of people to remember, a high dead body count and much adrenaline produced by all the scary action. And don’t forget the complicated plot :)!
I have read two other series by Dani .. but this one I don’t plan to continue.
I liked Caleb and Austin romance .. found Noah’s romance maddening.
PS: Written more like a screenplay .. in scenes versus narrative .. another reviewer described it as choppy.
July 5, 2022
Oh so much going on in this book! I found it to be exciting and suspenseful in parts which I really enjoyed. There seemed to be two main events that the team was investigating. Both interesting but I wish that the author had only focused on one. And focused on one relationship. There were times that I felt a bit lost as to who was who and what case they were on. Not that it was hard to understand, but just that I would get distracted while reading, so it was hard to keep up. I enjoyed Brooke and Noah’s relationship that developed, but then there was Austin(who is a girl which took me a few to figure out) and Caleb’s relationship and a case that they come across. I enjoyed both Noah and Brooke and Austin and Caleb’s relationships and both of their cases were interesting and exciting, but I wish they had had separate books. I would have liked to have been able to focus on one couple and one case. Since I received my copy of The Deadly Shallows from Netgalley I am hoping that there will be some tightening up of the story. I love the way Noah’s team interacts with each other. They are solid and trustworthy and good at their jobs. I’m hoping that the next book will focus on Emmy and Logan’s relationship. There is a lot of flirting going on there and the potential romance has me piqued. The Deadly Shallows is an exciting read with engaging characters and exciting events that I have come to expect from author Dani Pettrey. I definitely recommend!
May 18, 2022
This one wasn't my favourite of the series, but it is still a satisfying read. I'm in the minority with this one, which is not surprising considering I enjoyed book 2 less than book 1, which I loved, and most readers had it the other way around! Lol.
I felt the two romances were too much for this story. It felt a bit like the second romance had no purpose other than to fill up scenes and make sure at the end of the series everyone ended up together. (I'm not sure if this is the last book or if we will have one more with Logan and Emmy.) This led to what I thought was a lot of repetition between the Noah/Brooke scenes and Caleb/Austin scenes.
The mystery was solid and Dani Pettrey writes engaging Christian suspense like no other! While I had no issue getting into the story and familiarizing myself with the characters, those who haven't read the previous two books will be lost as the opening chapters seem to rely on the fact that readers already know these characters, what they look like, and the relationships between all of them. I love how Dani can write about professions I have no experience in and yet I still understand what's going on, and her books are like comfort reads to me even if I haven't even read them before - which is the case with The Deadly Shallows.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an e-Arc copy of The Deadly Shallows for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
I felt the two romances were too much for this story. It felt a bit like the second romance had no purpose other than to fill up scenes and make sure at the end of the series everyone ended up together. (I'm not sure if this is the last book or if we will have one more with Logan and Emmy.) This led to what I thought was a lot of repetition between the Noah/Brooke scenes and Caleb/Austin scenes.
The mystery was solid and Dani Pettrey writes engaging Christian suspense like no other! While I had no issue getting into the story and familiarizing myself with the characters, those who haven't read the previous two books will be lost as the opening chapters seem to rely on the fact that readers already know these characters, what they look like, and the relationships between all of them. I love how Dani can write about professions I have no experience in and yet I still understand what's going on, and her books are like comfort reads to me even if I haven't even read them before - which is the case with The Deadly Shallows.
My thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for an e-Arc copy of The Deadly Shallows for review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
August 1, 2022
Are you looking for a book that mixes sweet romance with fast-paced Suspense? The Deadly Shallows by Dani Pettrey is the latest book in the Coastal Guardians series.
CIS Agent Noah Rowley and his team are shocked when a mass shooting happens on the Coast Guard Base. Coast Guard Flight Medic Brooke Kesler also becomes a target when one of the gravely wounded shooters talks to her--and the wrong person sees that he did. Brooke and Noah face a lot of danger and challenges as they seek to figure out why the shooting happened and who the mastermind behind it is.
At the same time, Caleb and Austin are involved in a different mystery. Who polluted the waters with a dangerous chemical--and why?
This is my first book by Dani Pettrey. I have been wanting to read her books for awhile and so glad that I did read this one. However, I read it as a stand-alone. It was quite good but would likely be even better if I read it within the series.
I liked all of the good-guy characters and didn't like the bad guys--which is what I imagine the author was hoping for. I thought the romance was sweet and it did flow with the characters in between the action. As an animal lover, I liked that two dogs featured in with the story. I thought it was realistic to note that the characters had challenges in their own lives along with solving the crimes. That was all portrayed realistically. I liked that there were at least two good mysteries to solve, which kept me turning pages. I did not figure it all out either until the very end. I would recommend this book, either as a stand-alone or within the series, to anyone who enjoys romantic suspense.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions within this review are my own.
CIS Agent Noah Rowley and his team are shocked when a mass shooting happens on the Coast Guard Base. Coast Guard Flight Medic Brooke Kesler also becomes a target when one of the gravely wounded shooters talks to her--and the wrong person sees that he did. Brooke and Noah face a lot of danger and challenges as they seek to figure out why the shooting happened and who the mastermind behind it is.
At the same time, Caleb and Austin are involved in a different mystery. Who polluted the waters with a dangerous chemical--and why?
This is my first book by Dani Pettrey. I have been wanting to read her books for awhile and so glad that I did read this one. However, I read it as a stand-alone. It was quite good but would likely be even better if I read it within the series.
I liked all of the good-guy characters and didn't like the bad guys--which is what I imagine the author was hoping for. I thought the romance was sweet and it did flow with the characters in between the action. As an animal lover, I liked that two dogs featured in with the story. I thought it was realistic to note that the characters had challenges in their own lives along with solving the crimes. That was all portrayed realistically. I liked that there were at least two good mysteries to solve, which kept me turning pages. I did not figure it all out either until the very end. I would recommend this book, either as a stand-alone or within the series, to anyone who enjoys romantic suspense.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. All opinions within this review are my own.
December 10, 2022
The Deadly Shallows was a good read and one I really enjoyed reading. I liked the characters and the banter that they had with each other. :)
The romance stories were nice. I did get a little confused at times, but I think that was due to life and distractions.
The ending was good and I am eager to read the upcoming novella, as it is about a certain relationship and I am curious how it will wrap-up.
All in all, The Deadly Shallows was a good book and I think fans of the genre will enjoy it.
*Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention/review it on my blog. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*
The romance stories were nice. I did get a little confused at times, but I think that was due to life and distractions.
The ending was good and I am eager to read the upcoming novella, as it is about a certain relationship and I am curious how it will wrap-up.
All in all, The Deadly Shallows was a good book and I think fans of the genre will enjoy it.
*Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention/review it on my blog. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own and I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*
June 24, 2022
This book hit the ground running and never let up! This is book 3 in the Coastal Guardians series. The story itself can stand alone, but reading the other 2 books does give some additional insight on the CGIS team that the story focuses on. This book follows Noah, who heads up the team - and Brooke, who is a flight medic they work with closely. To a lesser extent, we also see the story of Caleb - one of Noah's team members and Austin, a PI that often works with the CGIS. Because the other 2 books include these characters, the romance factor is not as quick as it would if you read this as a stand-alone. Feelings have been simmering beneath the surface. As for the suspense, there are a lot of things happening at the same time that the team is working to solve. I wasn't sure there was going to be resolution on all of them by the end, but there was.
This book had a lot of things going for it. Lots of mystery and suspense, good character development, romance and a solid faith thread throughout. It also tied up the series nicely. My one complaint is that due to the fact that this book is Christian fiction, I had to suspend belief a little bit that every member of a military investigation team would be believers and prayer-ers, as well as they would all romantically hook up with each other and make it work. But, if you read as a means to escape and therefore don't have issue suspending those beliefs for the sake of a story, then this is one I can wholeheartedly recommend. Regardless, it was an enjoyable storyline with great characters. Special thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance e-copy of this book. I was under no obligation to provide a review and the thoughts contained herein are my own.
This book had a lot of things going for it. Lots of mystery and suspense, good character development, romance and a solid faith thread throughout. It also tied up the series nicely. My one complaint is that due to the fact that this book is Christian fiction, I had to suspend belief a little bit that every member of a military investigation team would be believers and prayer-ers, as well as they would all romantically hook up with each other and make it work. But, if you read as a means to escape and therefore don't have issue suspending those beliefs for the sake of a story, then this is one I can wholeheartedly recommend. Regardless, it was an enjoyable storyline with great characters. Special thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance e-copy of this book. I was under no obligation to provide a review and the thoughts contained herein are my own.
June 20, 2023
4.5⭐This book starts off with action and does not stop! It’s one thing after another. When a deadly attack affects Coast Guard Investigative Services members, Agent Noah Rowley, and his team race to stop the attack and save as many lives as possible. During the attack, Brooke Kesler, a flight medic for the Coast Guard, helps take one of the gunmen that were wounded to the hospital and end up on the radar of the bad guys when they think she knows something she shouldn't. Fantastic read of faith, commitment to a cause, action-packed romantic suspense, twists, and character development. I like the relationships they were woven deeply into everything that happened and the peeling of the back of the layers as the villain and motive was revealed. While the story can stand alone, I would probably recommend reading the other 2 in the series -to get more of the character's back story.
July 6, 2022
The Deadly Shallows races through disaster and drama faster than any other book in the Coastal Guardians series! You won’t be able to keep up with CGIS Agent Noah Rowley as he tries to stop the violence that’s happening all around Wilmington.
Rowley is a man to be admired, and that’s clear from the lengths to which he goes to try to find answers to the attacks on his team. I love reading about men of honor, and Rowley is one of the best.
What takes this story to a whole new level is the way that Rowley and the other characters interact. Rowley and Brooke are dancing around their mutual interest, but other characters are, too, and they also interact with characters from past books, and that makes it so much better.
I like the way that Pettrey uses the setting almost like another character. Wilmington, North Carolina is a vibrant city full of history, beachy vibes, and coffee shops – and the author plays them all up. I’ve visited there many times, and it’s fun to read about places I’ve been and being able to picture the backdrop makes the book even more exciting.
If you like suspenseful reads full of romance and heart, make The Deadly Shallows your next summer story.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. All opinions are my own.
Rowley is a man to be admired, and that’s clear from the lengths to which he goes to try to find answers to the attacks on his team. I love reading about men of honor, and Rowley is one of the best.
What takes this story to a whole new level is the way that Rowley and the other characters interact. Rowley and Brooke are dancing around their mutual interest, but other characters are, too, and they also interact with characters from past books, and that makes it so much better.
I like the way that Pettrey uses the setting almost like another character. Wilmington, North Carolina is a vibrant city full of history, beachy vibes, and coffee shops – and the author plays them all up. I’ve visited there many times, and it’s fun to read about places I’ve been and being able to picture the backdrop makes the book even more exciting.
If you like suspenseful reads full of romance and heart, make The Deadly Shallows your next summer story.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author. All opinions are my own.
July 13, 2022
3.5 stars
"Cold water rose from below. Deeper water. She dove, bullets straying farther from her. . . . Her breath nearly burning in her lungs, she swam as fast as she could towards shore."
There was death in those shallows, and Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler knew exactly what was riding on reaching solid ground, and then . . . . she would have very little time to figure out the "what next"; her body had been brutally abused, plus, she had seen one of their faces. Under extreme duress, when she thought her life might end then and there, the name that whispered from her lips had been . . . . Noah. . . . . . . would they ever have a conversation about "what next".
CGIS Special Agent Noah Rowley had a lot on his plate; a mass shooting, a toxic waste dump, a highly classified weapons theft . . . . and Brooke. The fact that she had been through such a traumatic experience broke his heart, making Noah more determined than ever to stand by her side; forever, if she would let him. Unfortunately, Brooke didn't have all the facts about Noah's past, totally his fault. Would knowing more keep their relationship in the "good friends" category? He sincerely hoped not, but time would tell.
What I enjoyed most about this book were the relationships, they were woven deeply and securely into everything that happened, definitely softening the jagged edges of a plot line that included more body bags than I could count. It's always nice when a series closes on a very high note!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I also purchased a copy. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.
"Cold water rose from below. Deeper water. She dove, bullets straying farther from her. . . . Her breath nearly burning in her lungs, she swam as fast as she could towards shore."
There was death in those shallows, and Coast Guard flight medic Brooke Kesler knew exactly what was riding on reaching solid ground, and then . . . . she would have very little time to figure out the "what next"; her body had been brutally abused, plus, she had seen one of their faces. Under extreme duress, when she thought her life might end then and there, the name that whispered from her lips had been . . . . Noah. . . . . . . would they ever have a conversation about "what next".
CGIS Special Agent Noah Rowley had a lot on his plate; a mass shooting, a toxic waste dump, a highly classified weapons theft . . . . and Brooke. The fact that she had been through such a traumatic experience broke his heart, making Noah more determined than ever to stand by her side; forever, if she would let him. Unfortunately, Brooke didn't have all the facts about Noah's past, totally his fault. Would knowing more keep their relationship in the "good friends" category? He sincerely hoped not, but time would tell.
What I enjoyed most about this book were the relationships, they were woven deeply and securely into everything that happened, definitely softening the jagged edges of a plot line that included more body bags than I could count. It's always nice when a series closes on a very high note!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher. I also purchased a copy. The opinions stated above are entirely my own.
July 16, 2022
Dani Pettrey is a new-to-me author and I ended up grabbing books 1 and 2 before reading this one and am I glad I did that!
I loved that this series had so much cross over between characters and books. I think this series just gets better and better with each and every book! With so many different points of view this book kept a quick pace. Each chapter something new was happening, or a new development or clue was given that really keeping the pages turning while I was trying to figure out how it would all end.
With this being a suspense there was violence and death, but nothing gruesome or explicit in content. I loved the Christian aspects interwoven and loved seeing how these character's faith influenced their choices and decisions.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the copy. All thoughts in this review are my own!
I loved that this series had so much cross over between characters and books. I think this series just gets better and better with each and every book! With so many different points of view this book kept a quick pace. Each chapter something new was happening, or a new development or clue was given that really keeping the pages turning while I was trying to figure out how it would all end.
With this being a suspense there was violence and death, but nothing gruesome or explicit in content. I loved the Christian aspects interwoven and loved seeing how these character's faith influenced their choices and decisions.
Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the copy. All thoughts in this review are my own!
July 18, 2022
This is quite a wrap up for the Coastal Guardians Series. There is a thread of the Romance of three couples and there are three cases happening with two of them becoming intertwined. So good to see the couples finding their happily ever after. Dani Pettrey has done a fantastic job on all three of the books in this series and with the main characters in each of the books. I recommend that you get this whole series because I believe you will love it as I have.
August 2, 2022
My goodness, this is one intense story! It starts off with a literal bang and the body count rises from there. It's an exciting and compelling story with two budding romances. I enjoyed this read-even though it's intense it's still really fun. I loved catching up with familiar faces from the earlier books in the series as well. Great read!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and also purchased my own Audible copy. All thoughts are my own.
I received a copy of this book from the publisher and also purchased my own Audible copy. All thoughts are my own.
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