This is a wonderful read that will keep you turning the pages. It's full of drama, suspense, action, secrets that are brought to light, and a sweet second chance romance. I loved it and highly recommend this book.
I received a complimentary copy from Thomas Nelson Fiction via NetGalley and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.

An absolute page turner! The mystery is captivating and the suspense keeps you on the edge of your seat. The dynamic between Savannah and Hez adds a heartfelt element to the story, making their journey towards reconciliation both touching and believable. There are unexpected twists and turns that will leave you guessing.
Many thanks to Thomas Nelson Fiction and to Netgalley for providing me with a galley in exchange for my honest opinion.

What We Hide is the first book in a new series by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker.

Former DA husband Hez Webster returns after two years for a second chance with his wife, Savannah after a tragedy hit their family. Hez could not deal with the loss and his responsibility for it. Now sober for two years he asks for a second chance. Savannah teaches at a university. She discovers the body of a co-worker and may be accused of the crime. She turns to Hez for help. There are lots of twists and turns in the story.

This is a wonderful collaboration between Colleen coble and Rick Acker. The story is well written with wonderful characters. The last chapter is a bit of a cliff hanger which will leave the reader wanting to read the next book in the series.

This was a great read! I was pulled in from the start and really enjoyed it. The plot was well written and not hard to follow. The characters were well developed for the story. There is enough going on to keep those pages turning. And that twist!!
Well done, authors! I don't know why Iwaited so long to read it.
Thanks to the publishers for an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I loved it!

This is one of the most beautifully written suspenseful book I have read this year.

The twists and turns of the book was exhilarating. The way the events of the book turned out was totally unexpected.

Hez and Savvanah were an indomitable force despite theor differences. I enjoyed seeing how it all turned out for them. Forgiveness is very powerful and their lives illustrated it so well.

Highly recommended.

I received a copy of this book and this is my honest opinion.

I enjoyed the twists and turns to this mystery, though I felt like it moved a bit slow at times. I look forward to where the next book goes!

What We Hide by Colleen Coble an Rick Acker is a thrilling romantic suspense that left me on the edge of my seat. The two authors styles went together flawlessly and I couldn't tell who wrote which part which was something I was worried about when starting the book. I loved the characters of Savannah and Hez and the emotion of their relationship. I can't wait to read the next book in this series especially after the cliffhanger at the end.

"What We Hide" is the first book in the "Tupelo Honey" series co-authored by Colleen Coble and Rick Acker. This book centers around Savannah Webster and her ex-husband, Hezekiah "Hez" Webster. Savannah is a professor at Tupelo Grove University who is struggling to recover from the loss of her daughter and her crumbling marriage. When she gets caught in the middle of a mystery (historical artifacts from the University archives have gone missing) that then leads to the murder of the University president, she's forced to turn to her ex, a lawyer, for help defending herself. But when her sister, who also works for the University, is accused if being involved in the murder-for-hire scheme, how far will Savannah and Hez go to defend her?

I thought Acker added some gravitas to this book that is usually missing in Coble's other books. This was an easy read and I liked the cliffhanger at the end! Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC. All opinions are my own.

I have been provided with a review copy of this title from NetGalley for an impartial review. I was just drawn into this story and I just couldn’t get enough of it. I was so disappointed to turn the last page and I immediately wanted more. I can’t wait to see what's next from this author.

When I saw who wrote this suspenseful series, I knew I had to read it. These authors are wonderful on their own, but as a dynamic duo, they are the best. I was hooked from the beginning, as the story unfolds in the small town of Tupelo Grove, where readers meet individuals who will touch their hearts as secrets are revealed, through a captivating mystery that will keep you guessing right up till the end.

This is a page-turner you won't want to miss. The story will be perfect for your book club discussion. The writers have designed an outstanding book club kit that you should check out. I'm looking forward to the next book in the series, Where Secrets Lie, which will be released on July 1, 2025.

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Another great story by this author. I always enjoy the twist and turns in her writing. Again one I didn’t want to put down until I was finished.
Thanks for the advanced copy.

This was my first time reading a book by Colleen Coble, and what a great read it was! Filled with twists and turns, Savannah sets off a string of events that has her world collide with Hez, her estranged husband. While trying to fix her personal life as she's pushing Hez away, she is struck with a situation that does the polar opposite, drawing Hez back closer than ever before. What this book does, is not disappoint. I read it in one sitting and couldn't put it down. All I can say is I can't wait for the next book either, lol. Highly recommend!!!
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It’s been a long time since I finished a book and sat there with my jaw dropped in shock… but that’s exactly what happened when I read this one!!!! Such a stunning twist!!! Enjoyed every moment of reading this one. Fast-paced, action packed, interesting characters and obviously unpredictable!!! Highly recommended!!!

What We Hide
A Tupelo Grove Novel
by Colleen Coble; Rick Acker
Pub DateJul 02 2024
Thomas Nelson Fiction |Thomas Nelson
General Fiction \(Adult\)| Mystery & Thrillers| Romance


Thomas Nelson Fiction and Netgalley sent me a copy of What We Hide to review:


This book has a little bit of everything fromThere is something for everyone in this book from
Mystery And intrigue to romamce.



There are family secrets. Mistakes made in the past. And the truths that refuse to stay buried


Savannah Webster is trying to figure out how to move forward. She and her husband, Hez, have been separated since tragedy tore them apart and he began drinking alcohol to numb his guilt and grief. She returned to Tupelo Grove University, which her family helped found over a century ago, to teach history.


When Hez appears in her classroom asking for a second chance, she rejects the idea immediately. Nevertheless, twenty-four hours later, she is under suspicion of murder, and since Hez is her best lawyer, she reluctantly seeks his assistance. .It is suspected that someone is selling off the university's pre-Columbian artifacts, but the secrets go much deeper than they realize.


In order to stay alive long enough to uncover everything that's hidden, they're going to have to put their past behind them.



I give What We Hide five out of five stars!


Happy Reading!

Two great authors, Colleen Coble and Rick Acker have written a fast paced edge-of-your-seat thriller!
An unbearable loss has torn apart Savannah and Hez's marriage. Hez has turned to the bottle. Savannah has returned to Tupelo Grove University to teach history. Her family helped found the University long ago. Her sister, Jess, is the CFO there, and is happy to have Savannah on staff.
Just as Savannah has had divorce papers drawn up, Hez shows up asking for a second chance. He claims to be sober now. He, also wants to start a Justice Center at the school. Jess is not happy with his presence at all.
Then, things start to happen. Savannah is accused with murder, and she discovered that pre-Colombian artifacts were being stolen from the University. Hez is the best attorney she knows and she needs a good one, as well as one she can afford.
Twists and turns all throughout this story. There may be a sequel. I hope so. Can't wait!
I was given an advanced ecopy by the publisher, Thomas Nelson, through Netgalley. I was under no obligation to leave a positive review.

I'm not religious, and I don't usually read anything with religious undertones, but this book was not overly preachy. I was intrigued by the mystery (given that I have a history degree and I worked a lot with artifacts in undergrad/internships), so I gave it a try. Some of the situations were a little silly (of COURSE your dog takes off running toward the abandoned building where a light should not be on and you don't call security or for help...) but overall I enjoyed the book! I was interested that it was very procedural. A lot of lawyer meetings, hearings, and "legalese", but it was easy to follow. Overall, I enjoyed it and would recommend to others.

This is an intriguing legal suspense novel. The connection to the Pelican Harbor series is a fun bonus. 4.5 stars!

Savannah is a relatable, female main character. Separated couple, Hez and Savannah are on the brink of divorce yet still ultimately in love with each other. They have both suffered great loss with their young daughter’s drowning. The pain of such an experience would be overwhelming. Many couples who suffer the loss of a child run into marital stress, separation and/or divorce.

Savannah and Hez are thrown together as client and lawyer after she discovers the Tupelo Grove University President dead in his office. She finds some concerning paperwork with apparent sales of ancient artifacts belonging to the university. Through their time together, they are individually reminded of their connection—despite the disapproval of Savannah’s sister. However, their verbal communication and their vulnerability with each other are both sorely lacking.

As everything becomes even more complicated legally, the element of personal danger also grows exponentially. Various layers and twists are uncovered that keep the reader engaged and turning the pages.

Coble and Acker make a good writing team and I found it quite educational in regard to artifacts, American university positions and procedures, the American legal system, and more.

I did figure out the “bad guy” early on. I also suspected the big twist at the end, but a person is never totally sure until all is revealed. This ends with an HEA (happily ever after)….. or does it?!?! There is a delicious cliffhanger that will definitely have the reader pre-ordering the next book! I know that I will be continuing on with the Tupelo Grove Series!

***My thanks to Net Galley for providing me with an Advanced Reader Copy for an honest review. My words and opinion are my own.

I absolutely loved this book! Colleen Coble never disappoints and this just might be my favorite to date! I was on my toes the whole time thinking I had things figured out…only to be wrong. I loved all the characters and how we got to know them, and the redeeming love story. When it ended I’m pretty sure my jaw dropped and I was in total shock. I can’t wait for the next book to see how this is going to go!

This mystery by Colleen Coble was so well-planned out and an enjoyable and quick read. Savannah Webster and her husband Hez are separated after a tragedy in their family tore them apart. Because of the guilt Hez felt he turned to alcohol and she became more of a workaholic after returning to Tupelo Grove University (TGU) as a history professor.

Savannah stumbles upon a murdered person and becomes the main suspect, so she calls Hez who is what she believes to be the best attorney there is. At first he didn't want to help because he'd just gone back to ask her for a second chance but she wasn't having it. However, he finally gave in after
certain events/evidence came about. The evidence the police had was pretty much too easy, but Hez believed her life was in danger so he knew he was best to help her.

Later, someone very close to Savannah became the one they suspected because the evidence they found on that person was black and white...good as gold...or so the police thought. Savannah once again convinced Hez to help this other suspect and he did until he was lied to and the other person withheld information that blew up on them in court. The suspects secret was a shock to everyone!

This was a story of engaging characters, mystery, and redemption. There were so many twists and turns that kept me guessing page after page. I hope there is a sequel to this story.