"Miranda Warning"
(A Murder in the Mountains Novel)
by Heather Day Gilbert
Description
Child of the Appalachian mountains, Tess Spencer has experienced more
than her share of heartache. The Glock-wielding, knife-carrying
housewife knows how to survive whatever life throws at her.
But when an anonymous warning note shows up in her best friend Miranda’s mailbox—a note written in a dead woman’s handwriting—Tess quickly discovers that ghosts are alive and well in Buckneck, West Virginia. Hot on a cold trail, she must use limited clues and her keen insight into human nature to unmask the killer...or the next victim might be Tess herself.
Tinged with the supernatural and overshadowed by the mountains' lush, protective presence, this twisting psychological mystery is the first in A Murder in the Mountains series.
But when an anonymous warning note shows up in her best friend Miranda’s mailbox—a note written in a dead woman’s handwriting—Tess quickly discovers that ghosts are alive and well in Buckneck, West Virginia. Hot on a cold trail, she must use limited clues and her keen insight into human nature to unmask the killer...or the next victim might be Tess herself.
Tinged with the supernatural and overshadowed by the mountains' lush, protective presence, this twisting psychological mystery is the first in A Murder in the Mountains series.
This novel is written from a Christian worldview.
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Biography
My thoughts ~
Set in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, Tess Spencer follows her instincts when her senses go on alert. A couple of mysterious notes written to Miranda, an elderly friend of Tess, have set her on edge. Could they be from a ghost of the past or random pranks? Journal entries of a long dead woman reveal secrets that lead to questions and possible danger.
Written with great detail, the setting and characters are captivating. I love the Spencer family and their close relationships. This family could represent any American family, skeletons in the closet and a rambunctious dog included.
Suspense is a strong point throughout this book. The journal entries that begin each chapter are an important and mysterious aspect. Numerous strange incidents occurred unexpectedly and raised the hair on the back of my neck! This is a difficult book to put down. There's a surprise at the turn of a page. I look forward to more from this author, and I highly recommend this series.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book through a contest sponsored by the author with no expectations for a review; however, I have chosen to give my honest opinion regarding this book.
HEATHER DAY GILBERT writes novels that capture life in all its
messy, bittersweet, hope-filled glory. Born and raised in the West
Virginia mountains, generational story-telling runs in her blood.
Heather is a graduate of Bob Jones University and is married to her
college sweetheart. Having recently returned to her roots, she and her
husband are raising their three children in the same home in which
Heather grew up.
Heather's Viking historical novel, God's Daughter, is an Amazon Norse Bestseller. She is also the author of the bestselling A Murder in the Mountains mystery series, and the Indie Publishing Handbook: Four Key Elements for the Self-Publisher.
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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Heather's Viking historical novel, God's Daughter, is an Amazon Norse Bestseller. She is also the author of the bestselling A Murder in the Mountains mystery series, and the Indie Publishing Handbook: Four Key Elements for the Self-Publisher.
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My thoughts ~
Set in the Appalachian Mountains of West Virginia, Tess Spencer follows her instincts when her senses go on alert. A couple of mysterious notes written to Miranda, an elderly friend of Tess, have set her on edge. Could they be from a ghost of the past or random pranks? Journal entries of a long dead woman reveal secrets that lead to questions and possible danger.
Written with great detail, the setting and characters are captivating. I love the Spencer family and their close relationships. This family could represent any American family, skeletons in the closet and a rambunctious dog included.
Suspense is a strong point throughout this book. The journal entries that begin each chapter are an important and mysterious aspect. Numerous strange incidents occurred unexpectedly and raised the hair on the back of my neck! This is a difficult book to put down. There's a surprise at the turn of a page. I look forward to more from this author, and I highly recommend this series.
Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book through a contest sponsored by the author with no expectations for a review; however, I have chosen to give my honest opinion regarding this book.
This sounds like a great book. I am more into historical romance, however, I love to read! I will definitely check this out. God Bless.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for reading and reviewing, Nancee! I'm thrilled that you liked the Spencer family, because they will be back for book 3, hopefully next year!
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