Didn't Want to Put it Down! 'Shadowed Witness' - The Secrets of Kincaid 2 - by Angela Carlisle

 

About the book:

Murder--that's what photographer Allye Jessup knows she witnessed as she departed her studio one evening. Waking with bruises on her neck and a foggy memory, she believes she survived an attack, but everyone seems to think she simply sustained a head injury from falling down the stairs of her studio. Plagued by an undiagnosed health condition, she is torn between the haunting reality of what she may have seen and the possibility that her mind is playing tricks on her.

Without proof the other victim ever existed, Detective Eric Thornton can hardly declare the area a murder scene. Still, he adds Allye's report to his already full caseload. But when new evidence surfaces to support her claims, Eric must stay one step ahead of a ruthless killer and uncover the truth before the suspect closes in on Allye again.

Angela Carlisle once again presents cutting-edge romantic suspense laced with danger, deception, and justice.

My review:

I did not want to put this book down!  The suspense started out exciting enough as Allye survived a vicious attack but then people didn't believe her and with the health problems she's been having, she started to question herself, too.  But then another, even more confusing one happens and no one's sure of what's going on.  I really felt for Allye as she had enough to deal with trying to figure out her health problems on top of just trying to survive them day to day, especially the debilitating migraines.  Then you add on attacks and people questioning your sanity and the suspense was really ratcheted up!  I liked that she wasn't a perfect character as she struggled with trying to do it all on her own; she was feisty and I loved how she stood up for herself verbally and physically when she needed to.  Eric had an intriguing backstory as a son of drug-addicted parents who worked to put criminals behind bars, especially drug dealers.  I liked that he was interested in giving back and getting involved in kid's lives, like someone did for him.  He knew Allye from high school and was good friends with her brother so was inclined to believe her but needed evidence.  When they kept getting thrown together, old crushes resurfaced.  I liked seeing a peek into the investigations and also seeing Allye's artistic side as she took photos and knitted for an upcoming festival.  Allye prayed throughout the story and Eric was a man of faith, also, but struggled with forgiveness.  There were some sweet romantic moments.  This worked well as a stand-alone but I look forward to reading book one about her brother.  I would recommend this book!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from the author.  I was not compensated for this review.  All opinions are my own.