Ambush by Colleen Coble: Book Review

 **ARC received via Netgalley for consideration. All opinions are my own.

The Book

The first book in the riveting Sanctuary Series from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble, where a young woman will do anything to uncover the truth of her parents' murder--even work alongside the man who once broke her heart. Perfect for fans of Allison Brennan and Dani Pettrey.

Paradise Alden's childhood in Nova Cambridge, Alabama, was idyllic until the night her parents were murdered. Since then, life has left her scarred. The abuse she suffered in the foster care system, her first love's betrayal, and the jaguar attack that nearly destroyed her career have led to an unshakable distrust--in men, in God, and maybe in even in herself.

After fifteen years, returning to her hometown is a last resort to finding her life again. She's hoping the wildlife refuge where she's accepted a veterinarian job will be the perfect place to heal from her recent traumas and unlock her memories about the night her parents died. But the day she arrives at The Sanctuary, a body is discovered on the grounds. And soon, a series of deadly events threatens not only her future, but the man who, despite all odds, still makes her pulse stutter. Arson, a shooting, a break-in, and multiple instances of animals being freed from their enclosures all point back to him, but Paradise knows Blake Lawson isn't responsible. Not the man who has been helping his mother manage The Sanctuary these past six months and care for his stepbrothers in the wake of their father's death . . . even if his betrayal years ago cost her everything.

Someone dangerous is lurking beneath the town's moss-draped trees, and Paradise refuses to let another murderer disappear into the shadows.

Colleen Coble's Ambush is just what her readers want--edge-of-your-seat suspense perfectly balanced with closed-door romance. The intricacies of a wild-animal sanctuary, sabotage, secrets that someone is willing to kill to keep hidden, and the resurrection of first love make this a compelling story you won't want to miss.

The Author

Colleen Coble is the USA TODAY bestselling author of more than seventy-five books and is best known for her coastal romantic suspense novels. Connect with her online at colleencoble.com; Instagram: @colleencoble; Facebook: @colleencoblebooks; X: @colleencoble.

Book Review

When it comes to romantic suspense, Colleen Coble is one of my go tos. She never fails to create unique stories that will keep me at the edge of my seat from start to finish, while also weaving in romance and faith effortlessly. This one was no exception. The last thing that Paradise expected when she returned to her hometown to work at a wildlife refuge and learn more about her parents' murder was... well, another murder. A murder that it seems someone is trying to pin on her first love. Despite their initial rocky reunion, the two find themselves dodging danger and trying to discover the truth behind both murders... all while those old feelings start to creep back in. This was definitely an exciting read. The setting of the wild animal sanctuary really added an extra sense of danger to the story too--- not only do we have to worry about the human killers, but also the added risks that these animals brought with them. I'm always a fan of second chance romances as well, so that definitely drew me in as well. While the primary mystery is solved in the end, there are definitely some questions that go unanswered, leaving me looking forward to seeing what is to come next in the series. If you love Christian romantic suspense, this is definitely one to check out. 

(Please note, there are some brief, non-descriptive mentions of sexual assault in the past which could be triggering for some readers.)


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