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Acclaim for Colleen Coble
“Colleen Coble’s latest has it all: characters to root for, a sinister villain, and a story that just won’t stop.”
—Siri Mitchell, author of State of Lies, on Two Reasons to Run
“Colleen Coble’s super power is transporting her readers into beautiful settings in vivid detail. Two Reasons to Run is no exception. Add to that the suspense that keeps you wanting to know more, and characters that pull at your heart. These are the ingredients of a fun read!”
—Terri Blackstock, bestselling author of If I Run, If I’m Found, and If I Live
“This is a romantic suspense novel that will be a surprise when the last page reveals all of the secrets.”
—The Parkersburg News and Sentinel on One Little Lie
“There are just enough threads left dangling at the end of this well-crafted romantic suspense to leave fans hungrily awaiting the next installment.”
—Publishers Weekly on One Little Lie
“Colleen Coble once again proves she is at the pinnacle of Christian romantic suspense. Filled with characters you’ll come to love, faith lost and found, and scenes that will have you holding your breath, Jane Hardy’s story deftly follows the complex and tangled web that can be woven by one little lie.”
—Lisa Wingate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before We Were Yours, on One Little Lie
“Colleen Coble always raises the notch on romantic suspense, and One Little Lie is my favorite yet! The story took me on a wild and wonderful ride.”
—DiAnn Mills, bestselling author
“Coble’s latest, One Little Lie, is a powerful read . . . one of her absolute best. I stayed up way too late finishing this book because I literally couldn’t go to sleep without knowing what happened. This is a must read! Highly recommend!”
—Robin Caroll, bestselling author of the Darkwater Inn saga
“I always look forward to Colleen Coble’s new releases. One Little Lie is One Phenomenal Read. I don’t know how she does it, but she just keeps getting better. Be sure to have plenty of time to flip the pages in this one because you won’t want to put it down. I devoured it! Thank you, Colleen, for more hours of edge-of-the-seat entertainment. I’m already looking forward to the next one!”
—Lynette Eason, award-winning and bestselling author of the Blue Justice series
“Ever since Colleen Coble talked about the premise of One Little Lie, I was dying to read it. She’s an amazing author and is at the top of her game with this page-turning suspense story. I think it’s her best yet—and that’s saying A LOT!”
—Carrie Stuart Parks, author of Fragments of Fear
“In One Little Lie the repercussions of one lie skid through the town of Pelican Harbor creating ripples of chaos and suspense. Who will survive the questions? One Little Lie is the latest page-turner from Colleen Coble. Set on the Gulf coast of Alabama, Jane Hardy is the new police chief who is fighting to clear her father. Reid Dixon has secrets of his own as he follows Jane around town for a documentary. Together they must face their secrets and decide when a secret becomes a lie. And when does it become too much to forgive?”
—Cara Putman, bestselling and award-winning author
“As always, Colleen Coble never disappoints. Strands of Truth is no exception. I was hooked from the first page. Trying to read this story slowly is impossible. Don’t be surprised when you find yourself flipping the pages in a hurry to find out what happens next! This one is for your keeper shelf.”
—Lynette Eason, bestselling and award-winning author of the Blue Justice series
“Coble wows with this suspense-filled inspirational . . . With startling twists and endearing characters, Coble’s engrossing story explores the tragedy, betrayal, and redemption of faithful people all searching to reclaim their sense of identity.”
—Publishers Weekly on Strands of Truth
“Just when I think Colleen Coble’s stories can’t get any better, she proves me wrong. In Strands of Truth, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. The characterization of Ridge and Harper and their relationship pulled me immediately into the story. Fast paced, with so many unexpected twists and turns, I read this book in one sitting. Coble has pushed the bar higher than I’d imagined. This book is one not to be missed. Highly recommend!”
—Robin Caroll, bestselling author of the Darkwater Inn series
“Free-dive into a romantic suspense that will leave you breathless and craving for more.”
—DiAnn Mills, bestselling author, on Strands of Truth
“Colleen Coble’s latest book, Strands of Truth, grips you on page one with a heart-pounding opening and doesn’t let go until the last satisfying word. I love her skill in pulling the reader in with believable, likable characters, interesting locations, and a mystery just waiting to be untangled. Highly recommended.”
—Carrie Stuart Parks, author of Fragments of Fear
“It’s in her blood! Colleen Coble once again shows her suspense prowess with a thriller as intricate and beautiful as a strand of DNA. Strands of Truth dives into an unusual profession involving mollusks and shell beds that weaves a unique, silky thread throughout the story. So fascinating I couldn’t stop reading!”
—Ronie Kendig, bestselling author of the Tox Files series
“Once again, Colleen Coble delivers an intriguing, suspenseful tale in Strands of Truth. The mystery and tension mount toward an explosive and satisfying finish. Well done.”
—Creston Mapes, bestselling author
“Secrets at Cedar Cabin is filled with twists and turns that will keep readers turning the pages as they plunge into the horrific world of sex trafficking where they come face-to-face with evil. Colleen Coble delivers a fast-paced story with a strong, lovable ensemble cast and a sweet, heaping helping of romance.”
—Kelly Irvin, author of Tell Her No Lies
“Once again Colleen Coble has delivered a page-turning, can’t-put-down suspense thriller with Secrets at Cedar Cabin! I vowed I’d read it slowly over several nights before going to bed. The story wouldn’t wait—I HAD to finish it!”
—Carrie Stuart Parks, author of Fragments of Fear
“This is an engrossing historical story with plenty of romance and danger for readers to get hooked by.”
—The Parkersburg News and Sentinel on Freedom’s Light
“Coble . . . weaves a suspense-filled romance set during the Revolutionary War. Coble’s fine historical novel introduces a strong heroine—both in faith and character—that will appeal deeply to readers.”
—Publishers Weekly on Freedom’s Light
“This follow-up to The View from Rainshadow Bay features delightful characters and an evocative, atmospheric setting. Ideal for fans of romantic suspense and authors Dani Pettrey, Dee Henderson, and Brandilyn Collins.”
—Library Journal on The House at Saltwater Point
“The View from Rainshadow Bay opens with a heart-pounding, run-for-your-life chase. This book will stay with you for a long time, long after you flip to the last page.”
—RT Book Reviews, 4 stars
“Set on Washington State’s Olympic Peninsula, this first volume of Coble’s new suspense series is a tensely plotted and harrowing tale of murder, corporate greed, and family secrets. Devotees of Dani Pettrey, Brenda Novak, and Allison Brennan will find a new favorite here.”
—Library Journal on The View from Rainshadow Bay
“Coble (Twilight at Blueberry Barrens) keeps the tension tight and the action moving in this gripping tale, the first in her Lavender Tides series set in the Pacific Northwest.”
—Publishers Weekly on The View from Rainshadow Bay
“Filled with the suspense for which Coble is known, the novel is rich in detail with a healthy dose of romance, allowing readers to bask in the beauty of Washington State’s lavender fields, lush forests, and jagged coastline.”
—BookPage on The View from Rainsh
adow Bay
“Prepare to stay up all night with Colleen Coble. Coble’s beautiful, emotional prose coupled with her keen sense of pacing, escalating danger, and very real characters place her firmly at the top of the suspense genre. I could not put this book down.”
—Allison Brennan, New York Times bestselling author of Shattered, on The View from Rainshadow Bay
“I loved returning to Rock Harbor and you will too. Beneath Copper Falls is Colleen at her best!”
—Dani Pettrey, bestselling author of the Alaskan Courage and Chesapeake Valor series
“Return to Rock Harbor for Colleen Coble’s best story to date. Beneath Copper Falls is a twisting, turning thrill ride from page one that drops you headfirst into danger that will leave you breathless, sleep deprived, and eager for more! I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough!”
—Lynette Eason, bestselling and award-winning author of the Blue Justice series
“The tension, both suspenseful and romantic, is gripping, reflecting Coble’s prowess with the genre.”
—Publishers Weekly, starred review for Twilight at Blueberry Barrens
“Incredible storytelling and intricately drawn characters. You won’t want to miss Twilight at Blueberry Barrens!”
—Brenda Novak, New York Times and USA TODAY bestselling author
“Coble has a gift for making a setting come to life. After reading Twilight at Blueberry Barrens, I feel like I’ve lived in Maine all my life. This plot kept me guessing until the end, and her characters seem like my friends. I don’t want to let them go!”
—Terri Blackstock, bestselling author of If I Run, If I’m Found, and If I Live
“I’m a longtime fan of Colleen Coble, and Twilight at Blueberry Barrens is the perfect example of why. Coble delivers riveting suspense, delicious romance, and carefully crafted characters, all with the deft hand of a veteran writer. If you love romantic suspense, pick this one up. You won’t be disappointed!”
—Denise Hunter, author of The Goodbye Bride
“Colleen Coble, the queen of Christian romantic mysteries, is back with her best book yet. Filled with familiar characters, plot twists, and a confusion of antagonists, I couldn’t keep the pages of this novel set in Maine turning fast enough. I reconnected with characters I love while taking a journey filled with murder, suspense, and the prospect of love. This truly is her best book to date, and perfect for readers who adore a page-turner laced with romance.”
—Cara Putman, bestselling and award-winning author, on Twilight at Blueberry Barrens
“Gripping! Colleen Coble has again written a page-turning romantic suspense with Twilight at Blueberry Barrens! Not only did she keep me up nights racing through the pages to see what would happen next, I genuinely cared for her characters. Colleen sets the bar high for romantic suspense!”
—Carrie Stuart Parks, author of Fragments of Fear
“Colleen Coble thrills readers again with her newest novel, an addictive suspense trenched in family, betrayal, and . . . murder.”
—DiAnn Mills, bestselling author, on Twilight at Blueberry Barrens
“Coble’s latest, Twilight at Blueberry Barrens, is one of her best yet! With characters you want to know in person, a perfect setting, and a plot that had me holding my breath, laughing, and crying, this story will stay with the reader long after the book is closed. My highest recommendation.”
—Robin Caroll, bestselling author of the Darkwater Inn series
“Colleen’s Twilight at Blueberry Barrens is filled with a bevy of twists and surprises, a wonderful romance, and the warmth of family love. I couldn’t have asked for more. This author has always been a five-star novelist, but I think it’s time to up the ante with this book. It’s on my keeping shelf!”
—Hannah Alexander, author of the Hallowed Halls series
“Second chances, old flames, and startling new revelations combine to form a story filled with faith, trial, forgiveness, and redemption. Crack the cover and step in, but beware—Mermaid Moon is harboring secrets that will keep you guessing.”
—Lisa Wingate, #1 New York Times bestselling author of Before We Were Yours
“I burned through The Inn at Ocean’s Edge in one sitting. An intricate plot by a master storyteller. Colleen Coble has done it again with this gripping opening to a new series. I can’t wait to spend more time at Sunset Cove.”
—Heather Burch, bestselling author of One Lavender Ribbon
“Coble doesn’t disappoint with her custom blend of suspense and romance.”
—Publishers Weekly on The Inn at Ocean’s Edge
“Veteran author Coble has penned another winner. Filled with mystery and romance that are unpredictable until the last page, this novel will grip readers long past when they should put their books down. Recommended to readers of contemporary mysteries.”
—CBA Retailers + Resources on The Inn at Ocean’s Edge
“Coble truly shines when she’s penning a mystery, and this tale will really keep the reader guessing . . . Mystery lovers will definitely want to put this book on their purchase list.”
—RT Book Reviews on The Inn at Ocean’s Edge
“Master storyteller Colleen Coble has done it again. The Inn at Ocean’s Edge is an intricately woven, well-crafted story of romance, suspense, family secrets, and a decades-old mystery. Needless to say, it had me hooked from page one. I simply couldn’t stop turning the pages. This one’s going on my keeper shelf.”
—Lynette Eason, bestselling and award-winning author of the Blue Justice series
“Evocative and gripping, The Inn at Ocean’s Edge will keep you flipping pages long into the night.”
—Dani Pettrey, bestselling author of the Alaskan Courage and Chesapeake Valor series
“Coble’s atmospheric and suspenseful series launch should appeal to fans of Tracie Peterson and other authors of Christian romantic suspense.”
—Library Journal on Tidewater Inn
“Romantically tense, but with just the right touch of danger, this cowboy love story is surprisingly clever—and pleasingly sweet.”
—USAToday.com on Blue Moon Promise
“[An] outstanding, completely engaging tale that will have you on the edge of your seat . . . A must-have for all fans of romantic suspense!”
—TheRomanceReadersConnection.com review of Anathema
“Colleen Coble lays an intricate trail in Without a Trace and draws the reader on like a hound with a scent.”
—Romantic Times, 41/2 stars
“Coble’s historical series just keeps getting better with each entry.”
—Library Journal, starred review, on The Lightkeeper’s Ball
“Colleen is a master storyteller.”
—Karen Kingsbury, bestselling author
Also by Colleen Coble
Pelican Harbor Novels
One Little Lie
Two Reasons to Run
Three Missing Days (available April 2021)
Lavender Tides Novels
The View from Rainshadow Bay
Leaving Lavender Tides Novella
The House at Saltwater Point
Secrets at Cedar Cabin
Rock Harbor Novels
Without a Trace
Beyond a Doubt
Into the Deep
Cry in the Night
Haven of Swans (formerly titled Abomination)
Silent Night: A Rock Harbor Christmas Novella (e-book only)
Beneath Copper Falls
YA/Middle Grade Rock Harbor Books
Rock Harbor Search and Rescue
Rock Harbor Lost and Found
Children’s Rock Harbor Book
The Blessings Jar
Sunset Cove Novels
The Inn at Ocean’s Edge
Mermaid Moon
Twilight at Blueberry Barrens
Hope Beach Novels
Tidewater Inn
Rosemary Cottage
Seagrass Pier
All Is Bright: A Ho
pe Beach Christmas Novella (e-book only)
Under Texas Stars Novels
Blue Moon Promise
Safe in His Arms
Bluebonnet Bride Novella (e-book only)
The Aloha Reef Novels
Distant Echoes
Black Sands
Dangerous Depths
Midnight Sea
Holy Night: An Aloha Reef Christmas Novella (e-book only)
The Mercy Falls Series
The Lightkeeper’s Daughter
The Lightkeeper’s Bride
The Lightkeeper’s Ball
Journey of the Heart Series
A Heart’s Disguise
A Heart’s Obsession
A Heart’s Danger
A Heart’s Betrayal
A Heart’s Promise
A Heart’s Home
Lonestar Novels
Lonestar Sanctuary
Lonestar Secrets
Lonestar Homecoming
Lonestar Angel
All Is Calm: A Lonestar Christmas Novella (e-book only)
Stand-Alone Novels
Strands of Truth
Freedom’s Light
Alaska Twilight
Fire Dancer
Where Shadows Meet (formerly titled Anathema)
Butterfly Palace
Because You’re Mine
Copyright
Two Reasons to Run
© 2020 Colleen Coble
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