Silenced (#04 in Alaskan Courage Series)

In this fourth installment of the Alaskan Courage series, beautiful outdoorsy Kayden and hunky Deputy Jake are thrown together to work on a case involving the murder of a rock climber. When threatening notes start to appear, they assume they're getting close to the murderer. Or is something even more sinister afoot? And more importantly, will Kayden and Jake shake off their doubts, declare their undying love for each other and have a kissy? I can't say more due to spoilers, but suffice to say there are a few twists and turns and death-defying moments as the novel hurtles towards a satisfying conclusion. \\n\\nI enjoyed it, though I get a bit frustrated when two characters are clearly in love but spend most of the book thinking the other couldn't possibly feel the same way about them. Have a conversation, people! The first two-thirds of the book was also a bit more of a police procedural than the previous books. But once the stakes are raised and the race is on to find the crazy baddy before it's too late, it becomes a real page-turner.

Another wonderful read from Dani. I love the way she brings the characters to life and sets each apart yet unites them all at the same time. I love the strong female characters she writes about and how they are each capable themselves and not simply 'damsels in distress' waiting to be rescued. She gives strength and confidence to the women which creates a meaningful fun read.

Dani did a great job at leaving me hanging and guessing throughout the entire book, I hadn't been able to guess who the culprit and people responsible were until the very end when it was revealed!\\r\\nAs always, she had the perfect romance playing on the side between the characters, and it was slightly more believable with occasional animosity between them. \\r\\nYou finally hear the full background to Jake's story and the wait was worth it! And Kayden being her usually stubborn self only brings more character into the whole story. \\r\\n

Dani Pettrey has delivered a great read in the 4th book of her Alaskan Courage Series. \\r\\nThe McKenna clan are all present and their individual stories are added to which I love. Their outdoor lifestyle is enjoyed and adventures are had. Jake's past now revealed is deputized and partnered with Kayden and her Rock climbing knowledge as investigations get underway. \\r\\nTrying to hide feelings are always difficult and sometimes softening of the heart is hard too. But what's more important . . . . . \\r\\nA death, an investigation, a wedding and the truth will keep you page turning. \\r\\n