Amanda Tru

Seashells Tell No Tales by Amanda Tru is the tenth book in the Suamalie Islands series and is a Christian Contemporary Romance. Faith Marlowe made a promise to her dying brother, which caused her to come to the Suamalie Islands. That promise involves helping an injured and embittered Army Ranger vet, Gideon Sundquist (Sunny).

However, Sunny decides he does not want any help. So, he does everything in his power to get her to leave. The way the author builds the characters and storyline will keep you reading. I loved seeing the interactions between Sunny and Faith in my mind. The pace as the storyline moves along will keep your interest.

The twists, turns, and suspense build throughout the pages of this book, and you have to keep reading to find out how things will turn out. Indeed, this book is worth reading.

So, if you are looking for a Christian Contemporary Romance, check out Seashells Tell No Tales by Amanda Tru and all the other books in the Suamalie Islands series.

I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own.… (plus d'informations)

What an exciting story with military secrets, a nurse trying to fulfill her brother’s last wish and a man who lost both legs in a secret military operation. Sunny and Faith’s first encounter is met with animosity and spit wads. Yes I said spit wads. That sure got Faith’s attention. Here she is coming to take care of Sunny and he has this attitude that is horrible.

The author creates a story that delivers an intense scenes of trusting God and healing others in need. Why is Sunny hiding on a remote island? That question will be answered but the drama draws us in as we witness both Sunny and Faith with secrets that could be dangerous for both of them. I love suspense stories and this one has all the makings of a movie. I can picture the opening scene as Sunny opens the door in a wheelchair and Faith standing there waiting to be asked in. Their dynamics are vast in emotions but I loved how they start to slowly come to accept each other.

I was very intrigued about the connection to Sunny and Faith’s brother Will. They were involved in something very secretive with the black ops but for some reason people are keeping that mission quiet. Sunny lost both legs but why was he sent away to an island and left basically alone? Oh the story is so good that I didn’t want it to end. Has Sunny lost who he once was? Maybe Faith has been sent there to also help him find his way back to God?

I absolutely love how the author tied the title of the book into the story. Seashells hear many things but they never divulge information. Sunny wants to be free from the secret he has kept for so long and with Faith you can tell he is feeling more confident about himself. Just her presence has given him a reason to live. Faith reminds Sunny that “the truth shall set you free.”

The author really knows how to write a story that not only gives you a heart ponding adventure but a look at how God can turn a life around. I will never forget this story because Sunny and Faith are what represents trust and hope for a better future.

“Too often, people assumed that if they were following God’s will, the road was smooth, and you got to do what you wanted.”

I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.… (plus d'informations)

The Bells of Christmas by Amanda Tru combines the spirit of the holiday season with romance and mystery. Tayde Wright, who dreams of being an investigative journalist, takes on an advice column that gains instant popularity. The only problem is she seems to be missing perspective. Mr. Bells, the anonymous writer of letters, always seems to be a step ahead of Tayde when it comes to knowing the “rest of the story”. The two spar, until chemistry takes over. There’s some mystery and intrigue as well, which added a nice dimension to the book. Looking for the truth is a big theme in this Christmas-y novella. Emphasis is on looking deeper even when a situation seems clear cut. A light and quick read, The Bells of Christmas is a good choice for your holiday reading.

Recommended.

Audience: Adults.

(Thanks to the publisher for a complimentary copy. All opinions expressed are mine alone.)… (plus d'informations)