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Written on Apr 16, 2019
My rating is 4.5 stars
Though I had heard of author Robin Patchen years ago, this is the first time I have read any of her books. When I saw her book listed for a blog tour, I jumped at the opportunity. I was surprised to receive not just one, but all the books in this series, which was really nice because these need to be read all together.
I will say that I was a bit underwhelmed by the first book, Beauty in Flight, as lot of it was a set-up for the rest of the series. It was good, don’t get me wrong. But it was more a 3-star book. However, as I was committed to at least read Beauty in Hiding, I continued on.
And I am very glad I didn’t give up! Beauty in Hiding picked up the pace as Harper and Red ended up in New Hampshire to hide from Derrick and whoever left those bodies there in Maryland. Though they appear to be safe, we also see what was going on with Derrick and know that he won’t give up until he finds them.
I completely understood Harper’s lack of trust in Jack or any other men. And yet, Jack was one of those practically perfect hero-types who continued to show Christ’s love towards Harper and Red.
At one point a situation that arose that didn’t seem reasonable; as I read on (book 3!), it was all explained and it really did fit together. Nice!
Mild expletives were used in a few places when I would have rather they were left out. Many Christians may not even notice them. It is merely a personal preference. There was also an almost description of a rape. It was short and remained clean but it was still more than I care to read. And there was a little too much emphasis on the physical attraction – Harper was apparently beyond pretty – than I felt was necessary.
Since I mentioned the first book in the series, I’ll go ahead and mention Beauty in Battle briefly as well, being as I read that one, too. The series ended well and I would rate it with the same 4.5 stars I gave this one.
If you enjoy romantic suspense and are okay with stories a slightly of a more gritty nature, then I encourage you to check this series out.
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I was given a copy of this book. I was not required to give a favorable review nor was any money received for this review. All comments and opinions are my own.