I don't normally read mysteries, but this book appeared in my romantic fiction genre. I didn't even realize I had selected a mystery until I was hooked. As it turns out, this may well be the best book I have read in years.
Obviously, I could highly recommend "The Inn at Ocean's Edge" by Colleen Coble to anyone who enjoys a romance, a lot of mystery, and a plot that is not at all obvious to the reader. I literally set on the edge of my seat, stayed up as long as my eyes would stay open, to read this book and find out what really happened to this family, these people, the little girl who was lost in the woods.
The Inn At Ocean's Edge
The plot of the book is so detailed, there is no way I can truly do it justice in a few short paragraphs, but I will try.
The Inn at Ocean's Edge (A Sunset Cove Novel)On her 4th birthday, Claire Dellamare was lost in the woods. A year later, she was found, but she had no recollection of anything that had happened to her. It was as if the whole year was completely lost to her. As she was growing up, she was cherished by her parents who previously thought their daughter was gone to them forever. Her life was cushioned by great wealth and she was respected for her business acumen within her father's company. It seemed her life was perfect until she returned to "The Inn at Ocean's Edge".
She didn't think she had ever been there, but she seemed to know things about the place she couldn't possibly know otherwise. Not very deep into the pages of the book, we find out that this hotel was the setting for her 4th birthday party. This was the place from which she disappeared. She didn't even remember that she had disappeared. She had no idea that her life was so shrouded in mystery, until the residents started talking.
Murders, illness, abduction, lies, and scary nightmares of an unknown man who she witnessed commit murder, all play a part of this most unusual plot. Once the killer realizes she could actually identify him, he doesn't hesitate to stalk her. Even with a murderer close on her heels, she is having occasional flashbacks, revelations about her father and his infidelity, as it all culminates to put her, and others, into even greater danger. So many lies have been told. So much of the past has been covered up. She has no idea who she can actually trust.
As Claire searches for the truth, her life, past and present, becomes intertwined with Luke Rocco, whose mother disappeared the same day the little 4 year old went missing. Unlike Claire, Luke's mother did not return to Folly Shoals, Maine. He fears she actually never left, especially once bones are found on nearby property.
A Sunset Cove Novel
Apparently "The Inn at Ocean's Edge" is the first of 3 books in the "Sunset Cove Series". I don't think there is any way Colleen Coble can ever match this book again, but I will definitely be starting the second book in the series tonight. I can hardly wait to see what she has in store for us in "Mermaid Moon", but most likely by the time you are reading this review, I will have finished that book as well.It is so very exciting to find a book series that I can barely finish one book before I am downloading the next in the series as fast as my little fingers can sail across the keyboard and push that little purchase button.
Now, I am off! I only stopped long enough to tell you about this most excellent book. I know you will want to read it too.
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I seldom read fiction but you have intrigued me so I might have to get this one!
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh... another book to add to my to-read list! I don't like romance. I do like romantic mysteries or suspense. This sounds like a book I'd like. Thank you for the review.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I'm hooked already. What a story! Can't wait to check out this mystery.
ReplyDeleteOkay, I'm hooked already. What a story! Can't wait to check out this mystery.
ReplyDeleteSounds like a book that I would really like. My list is growing by three.....thanks!
ReplyDeleteWow, the 'Sunset Cover Series' sounds right up my alley. As a mystery buff, I'm intrigued already with the story line of 'The Inn at Ocean's Edge'. Thanks for introducing this author, new to me, and her work to me.
ReplyDeleteOh wow! adding to my list! sounds like my kind of series!
ReplyDeleteI do like a good mystery and suspense novel, and you write such an intriguing review. Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteYou sure have created the kind of intrigue that leads me to try a new author and genre. I'm all in.
ReplyDeleteHow scary is this book? It sounds like one I want to read if it won't give me nightmares. I suspect, though, that I'd better wait until the taxes are done to start it.
ReplyDeleteI didn't think it was very "scary" Barbara, although I suspect everyone has a different definition of scary or what scares them. It didn't frighten me, nor did it keep me awake due to fear. I also tend to have nightmares if I watch or read something that really frightens me. This book didn't cause me to have any nightmares. I will say this though, I didn't break a lot while reading this book. I read through it rather quickly, so I didn't take a lot of time lingering over the murders or attempted murders in the book.
DeleteThanks, Cynthia. That helps.
DeleteWell, you just made my day! Thanks so much for the terrific review!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the fabulous series! I'm so glad you liked the review. I truly appreciate you taking the time to stop by, read the review and also leave a comment. On behalf of the contributors of Review This, we are honored by your visit.
DeleteAll of Colleen Coble's books have that high quality I haven't found anywhere else. I add all her books to my kindle as soon as I see a new one out as I know it will be unput-downable!
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