26 Below (Alaskan Cyber Hunters #1) in Clearly Christian Readathon

Apr 11, 2023 Melmo2610 rated it it was amazing

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I have been a fan of Kimberley's books for a few years now. This is hands down one of her very best! The way she weaves this suspenseful story was fantastic. Alaska is one of my favorite settings for books and it was a perfect setting for this story with the evil plans the bad guys are up to. The risks with the dangerously cold temperatures take this story to a whole 'nother level of danger. It is such a great read and I am in desperate need of book two so I can see what happens next!

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May 20, 2023 Vickie rated it really liked it

This is an impending disaster suspense novel, with the emphasis on suspense. Darcie Phillips has just taken a new job as the Emergency Operations Center director in Fairbanks, Alaska, when an old woman starts spouting out what seems to be doom and gloom headed their way as soon as the temperature goes down to 26 below. Darcie enlists the assistance of computer guru Jason Myers to help avert a disaster, and the two of them work together to try to secure the power and communication grid. The nefar ...more

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Apr 13, 2023 Deena rated it really liked it · review of another edition

A fascinating take on cyber terrorism that is both realistic and chilling--and not because it's Alaska!

Woodhouse has crafted a novel that grabbed me on the first page and refused to let go until the end. Her characters were interesting and the possible outcomes endless.

My only issue was the romance. I wasn't fond of Darci, and I didn't feel the tension that makes for a good romantic relationship. But the background characters were wonderfully interesting and witty.

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Jan 06, 2024 Lexi rated it really liked it

Suspenseful story about a cyberattack in Alaska. Really interesting details about emergency response systems and cyber security. The conflict is not quite fully resolved, hinting at the next book in the series. It contains both suspense and romance.

I enjoyed the story and characters. However, I felt the ending was a little abrupt and the resolution too quick.

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May 01, 2023 Stephanie Daniels rated it it was amazing

This is the first book I’ve read by this author. I’d always intended to read one of her historicals. I don’t read this genre often but I found the premise fascinating. I liked the Alaska setting and the intricacies of a catastrophic event happening if everything computerized shut down.

I love that the romance is clean and sweet, the storyline is completely appropriate for teens (even though written for adults), and the faith is prominent—woven well throughout the story.

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Aug 15, 2024 Michaela | Reading in the Heartland rated it it was amazing

I read 8 Down when it released (my first by this author) and I loved it but could definitely tell I was missing some background and thus I’m back to read the first book (and I’ll probably reread the second) before the third releases. And, it’s so cool because I’m actually starting it out the day after the first date listed in the book.

It was a wonderful and thrilling ride. Cybersecurity and Alaska, cold and emergency prep and more. I can’t wait for more of this series and this author. A great Ch ...more

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May 12, 2023 Kelly-Ann ~ Sassy Bookish Mama rated it really liked it

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Who knew that Kimberley Woodhouse wrote something other than historical fiction?! I definitely did not but I am completely here for it and she truly knocked it out of the park. I was completely hooked from the very first page and I needed to find out how it would all play out.

This book surrounds itself in the topic of cyber security and the events that can occur when it is compromised. A very scary thought since we are living in a time that this could be possible. We meet Darcie who has just st Who knew that Kimberley Woodhouse wrote something other than historical fiction?! I definitely did not but I am completely here for it and she truly knocked it out of the park. I was completely hooked from the very first page and I needed to find out how it would all play out.

This book surrounds itself in the topic of cyber security and the events that can occur when it is compromised. A very scary thought since we are living in a time that this could be possible. We meet Darcie who has just started this new job as director of the Emergency Operations center in Alaska. Despite the fact that the governor has given her support to get this fully operational there are others that are not very supportive. Darcie is a hard character to love. She is flawed. She comes from a broken home of sorts and her relationship with others is not the best. She seemed emotionally unstable but she is not a Christian and doubts the whole God thing so I think that is a huge part of her personality faults. She definitely has internal struggles the entire story.

Jason, however, is the complete opposite. He's the perfect guy and a total cybersecurity geek. Always in the right spot at the right time and he somehow finds a way to wedge into Darcie's standoffish personality towards everyone. His brother on the other hand is nutso! You'll see what I mean when you read the book. I won't tell you all the details!

When chaos hits Fairbanks and an old woman keeps spouting that it will be the end of the world when 26 Below hits.. listen everything moves fast from here and I had not a clue who was behind all of it and just so you can yearn for more Kimberley leaves us in a cliffhanger gah!! Okay I will wait patiently for the next one but I must know what happens next!

The faith thread in the story is continual and it is evident throughout the story in different ways. I am anxious to see how Darcies's faith will grow in the next book and what her development is like.

Overall I really enjoyed this book and if you enjoy suspense stories then I recommend you grab this one. If you love Kimberley's historical fiction and are hesitant to read this one don't be! Seriously she outdid herself writing this and did a phenomenal job at it!

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Apr 05, 2023 Jeanette Durkin rated it it was amazing

Wow! More than 5 stars is deserved here! It is a fascinating story; something that could actually happen. The characters are fantastic! They're all realistic and engaging. I found myself deeply invested in this book! The ending is a cliffhanger! Ah, I can't wait until the next one comes out! A definite must read!
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Mar 05, 2024 Deanna Mosier rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

Wow, what a thriller!!

I stayed up late to finish this book as I just had to know what happened! It’s very good, and I enjoyed it tremendously. Looking forward to reading the next book!

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Sep 24, 2023 Audra Murray rated it really liked it

The idea of the electrical grid going down is a very scary thing. Add in bitter cold temperatures it would be doubly so. This is a suspenseful story with a strong Faith element. I look forward to the next installment and more mayhem!

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May 31, 2023 Karla Cook rated it really liked it

What an intriguing premise! A prediction that cyber chaos will occur when the temperature falls to 26 below zero in Fairbanks, Alaska, has a team of cybersecurity specialists scrambling to prevent it. The story was a little slow at times, but overall, it was a satisfying suspense story. Recommended for those who enjoy the Christian romantic suspense genre.

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Apr 10, 2024 Elle Kay rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

From a faith perspective, I think this book hit it out of the park. The use of numbness to describe how the heroine felt when she'd strayed from God truly helped convey what that feels like.

It took me some time to get into this one, but once the ball started rolling, it quickly picked up speed. Great story. ...more

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