Hello, fellow readers! I’m thrilled to tell you about a new book just released from Lisa Harris. I enjoyed reading it.
In today’s world, law enforcement agencies across the country rely on forensic tools, DNA testing, and crime labs. But what if that technology was suddenly no longer available? No one in the small, west Texas town of Shadow Ridge knows what took down the power grid, or when it’s going to be back up, but everyone knows exactly where they were the moment it went down. And now, with no electricity, no internet, and no modern technology, the men and women responsible for keeping the town safe are going to have to learn how to fight crime all over again.
PRAISE FOR THE BOOK:
“An adrenaline rush of a read! Summed up in one word: Unputdownable!” ~Kav, Amazon reviewer
“Once again Lisa Harris has created a creative world full of intrigue, suspense, and action! This book is irresistible! I can’t wait to finish with the rest of the series!” ~Dawn, Amazon reviewer
“Excellent. Lisa Harris at her best.” ~Chipchucker, Amazon reviewer
“The book starts with a bang and does not slow down.” ~Grandaddy A, Amazon reviewer
“This is an absolute must read!!” ~Carlien, Amazon reviewer
LISA HARRIS is a USA Today bestselling author, a Christy Award finalist for Blood Ransom, Vendetta, and Port of Origin, Christy Award winner for Dangerous Passage, and the winner of the Best Inspirational Suspense Novel for 2011 (Blood Covenant) and 2015 (Vendetta) from Romantic Times. She has fifty plus novels and novellas in print. She and her husband currently live in Texas.
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What would you miss most if the grid went down? While not as essential as toilet paper or air-conditioning during a Texas summer, I think the McQuaid heroines from this series would love a bit of self-care—and so would I. – Author Lisa Harris
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Jace McQuaid is suddenly thrown into a situation he never anticipated or wanted. He must protect the residents of a small Texas town after a catastrophic event takes down the grid, leaving them isolated and vulnerable. He’d only come for a family celebration. Now, he’s trapped.
This story portrays an all-too-real scenario that I wonder if we all don’t worry about on some level. It could happen, and that’s what drew me into this dystopian story. I found myself asking what I’d do if or ‘when’ this occurs.
Jace was a character I immediately connected with. He comes home to Shadow Ridge to escape his past, but he has secrets that torment him. Most of all, he is burdened with a sense of duty. Because of his intensive military training, he is the only logical choice to step into his father’s shoes as sheriff and protect the small Texas town.
But as will inevitably happen, there is a group of people with evil intent who want the life-saving supplies Shadow Ridge has. When dead bodies start to turn up, Jace’s job is suddenly more pressing. Without modern technology that is normally used to gather and process crime evidence, he’s left to primitive ways of solving the murders.
Morgan Addison is a young widow raising a young son. She is a strong woman, and I relate to her character. While she is grieving the loss of her husband, she is faced with rescuing her son from a highly dangerous situation. She doesn’t back down, and she doesn’t crumple under the weight. She fights a growing attraction to Jace. After all, her husband hasn’t been gone all that long, and Jace makes it clear when this catastrophe is over, he does not intend to stay in Shadow Ridge.
Yet, neither she nor Jace can deny the feelings that develop between them. Events unfold that bring them closer together. But each has their reasons for not wanting to admit to their attraction.
The author did a good job of unfolding the story in layers. I rooted for the people of this tiny community. I wanted them to survive and for the evildoers to be caught. And while there was a bit too much preachy religion included in the story for my taste, I still enjoyed the plot and storyline in this well-written book. I round up to 4 stars for the purpose of rating. If you love stories with strong characters, strong faith, and lots of conflicts, this would be a book you would enjoy.
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Congratulations, Lisa, on the new release and great review! In every story, it’s vital to connect with at least one character, and I can see why Jan made an instant connection with Jace.
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Thanks for stopping by and taking a look at Lisa’s new book, Mark. I agree that it’s vital to connect with at least one character in a story. I enjoyed the book.
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My pleasure, Jan.
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Love this book and your post, Jan. Thanks
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Thanks for adding your recommendation, Rox!
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Love reading through all the comments, and thanks so much Jan for sharing your thoughts on Survival. There are times over the past couple years when writing the story that it seemed to hit a bit too close to home, but it’s still been so much fun to write the what ifs.
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I can only imagine the journey your mind took in writing this book, Lisa. I love sharing it and so glad my followers enjoyed learning about you and Survival! Best wishes for tons of success!
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OMGosh, Jan, this sounds like an exciting read. Thanks for hosting Lisa and sharing your review!
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It was a good story, for sure, Priscilla. Thank you for stopping by to support Lisa!
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Hi Jan, this is an interesting story line. South Africa is having massive power issues and we have power outages for between 6 and 8 hours a day currently. This exact thought has been in my mind. Fortunately, we are not directly effected as we have solar power and a generator.
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Having solar power and a generator is wonderful, Robbie. You are prepared. The storyline is very interesting, and I enjoyed seeing how the residents of this small town pooled their resources to survive. It was a good story.
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It sounds good, I’ll look for it.
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This book sounds thrilling. Thank you for sharing it Jan. Insightful review!
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My pleasure, Balroop. I’m glad you stopped by!
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Great concept. I read one along this line by Linda Howard and really enjoyed it. Congrats to Lisa on her new release!
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I haven’t read Linda Howard’s book, but I did enjoy this one. The scenario is one that hits close to realism. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment, Jacquie.
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I do enjoy these types of stories and it sounds like a good one.
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It was really good, Denise. I think you would enjoy it as well. Thanks for stopping by to support Lisa!
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Sounds like a great read, Jan! Very suspenseful! Thanks so much for sharing!
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My pleasure, Mar! Thanks for stopping by!
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From the blurb and book review, it appears that this is an interesting and thrilling story. Thanks for sharing, Jan.
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It definitely kept my attention, Karen. Thanks for stopping by!
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I think you nailed it on the all-too-realness of the book; I definitely kept wandering into what I would do if — or ‘when,’ like you said. And I also think I’d struggle with my faith, like some of the characters do. I listened to this book and the narrator is AMAZING. Thanks for a great review.
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I think it would be hard to keep faith in a situation like the one these characters are thrust into. I hope we never have to figure out what to do, but the reality is we might. Keep family close! Thanks for commenting, Kristine!
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What an intriguing story, Jan! As always, I can count on you to keep adding books to my forever growing reading list. Wishing Lisa continued success!
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Lol, Mary. I almost want to apologize, but then…no one can pass up a good book. 🙂 Thanks for visiting!
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This sounds interesting – fighting crime the old fashioned way. The scary thing is that it could actually happen. Nice review, Jan!
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Yes. I always think that when I read a novel based on this scenario, Teri. As Staci said, it’s a real threat we live under. I enjoyed the story and, most of all, reading about ways the people pooled their resources to survive. A very different theme from the world we currently live in. Thanks for stopping by, Teri!
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That is a very real threat we live under. I think I’d most miss being able to see my daughter and granddaughter via FaceTime chats.
Excellent review, Jan. Best wishes to Lisa.
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For sure, Staci. That would be awful, especially if there was no way to join all of your family together in one place. It is a real threat we live under. It’s like always waiting for the hammer to fall. I enjoy the fictional accounts and how people pool their resources together to survive. Thank you for stopping by and leaving a comment.
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I like the realistic idea of the power grid failing us.
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Every time I read a book like this, I am struck with the reality of it. I don’t think it’s a matter of ‘if’ but a matter of ‘when.’ Thanks for stopping by, Craig.
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It’s kind of a great niche of science fiction to write in for that reason.
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Great review, Jan! Thanks for sharing!❤️
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My pleasure, Jill! Thanks for visiting!
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Oooh! This one sounds intriguing. As if my TBR isn’t mammoth enough, LOL!
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I know, right? I felt the same when I read your reviews yesterday, Mae. 🙂 So glad you enjoyed the review, though. It was a good dystopian story.
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