I have been reading Dani Pettrey’s books for years and her latest, The Killing Tide, does not disappoint. Gabby is an investigative reporter whose life is in danger from one of the men who she helped put behind bars. She protestingly agrees to leave Raleigh and go to Wilmington where her Coast Guard brother and his team can help protect her. However, she also returns to Finn who she once ran away from to keep from falling in love.
I really enjoyed the plot, however, I found myself wishing for more of Gabby and Finn’s backstory. I was wondering why she spent a winter in the loft on his property. It was also slightly confusing to have some much of Rissi’s inner monologue but it does seem to set up well for the next book in the series. All in all, The Killing Tide is an exciting read that I couldn’t put down.

I love Dani Pettrey's books. This one has a lot of characters, a lot of stories, a lot of background things happening all at the same time. I had to really focus to remember who was who and to keep up with the fast-moving pieces and parts of the book. With that said, it's an amazing book and I look forward to more in this series!

The Killing Tide follows in the way of Dani Pettrey’s previous titles with a strong mystery story, plenty of action and high-stakes suspense, and charming, faith-filled romance.

When investigative journalist, Gabby Rowley’s life is threatened by the drug lord she helped send to prison, her protective big brother, Noah, insists she return home with him to Wilmington, North Carolina, where he and his Coast Guard Investigative Service team can keep an eye on her. But when bodies begin to pile up, including one of their own, Gabby is drawn to the investigation, even if it means working alongside old flame and the man she left behind, Finn Walker.

The Killing Tide plunges readers straight into the story and lives of the many characters. It took me a little while to work my head around the plot and backstory. It felt like perhaps I had missed a prequel, like I should know these people and the people they know. Instead, the characters’ backstories are mostly filled in throughout the novel, while some are just alluded to, with more details perhaps to be revealed in the second book in the series. The writing jumps around a lot in The Killing Tide. The pace is very quick and the action, deaths, twists and investigation clues just keep coming. Some sections are only a half a page long, before they jump to another thread of the story, another character’s perspective, and then switch again. Once I got my head around who was who and how they fit together, The Killing Tide was an easy story to enjoy.

Aside from Finn and Gabby, there are a lot of other main characters, some of which share in the chapter perspectives. Finn and Noah, Gabby’s brother, are teammates, and their fellow CGIS unit are a tight-knit group. As Dani Pettrey often does, this book is situated around a strong family-like work team.

I really enjoyed the multiple threads of the investigation. Just when you think all the clues have been laid out, another death is revealed or another layer to the organisation was discovered. The end bad guy was a surprise and I liked how that was a plausible and clever reveal. All the main characters are strong men and women, equally capable of saving themselves and others - and they need to do so multiple times over.

The Killing Tide is a fun and exciting first book in a new series. Book two in the Coastal Gaurdians series is set to follow Rissi - another member of the CGIS team and the past that returns to haunt her.

The publishers provided an advanced readers copy of this book for reviewing purposes. All opinions are my own.

THE KILLING TIDE by DANI PETTREY is a fast paced romantic thriller, with a good Christian message. It starts out with a lot of characters, which could be a bit confusing, but they all seem to fit into the picture as one carries on reading. The plot is exciting and well worked out. It is an enjoyable read.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Bethany House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

I LOVED Pettrey's Alaskan Courage series, so I was really excited for The Killing Tide. But, I have to admit that while the plot was well done, it just wasn't my thing. I've read one too many drug cartel based stories. I don't enjoy them, no matter how hard I try! The reason that I didn't fully enjoy The Killing Tide, isn't so much that there were any big issues with the book, but more that it wasn't suited to my reading tastes. Like the drug cartel plot. I just can't seem to get into them.
Plus, I felt like Gabbi & Finn's romance was almost non-existent. There was lot's of internal "thinking about said character" and then a few kisses, but the actual romance...and leadup--it just wasn't there. And almost half the time in the book was spent equally between the secondary characters. While I like secondary characters, I don't like for them to get as much attention as the main ones.
Add to that, I didn't feel a real connection to any of characters--so, I think all round, this just wasn't my type of book. However, it may really stoke someone else's reading dreams--for sure. I know that, my cup-of-tea or not, this book took a lot of creative brainpower to write, and it was indeed executed well, and I give Pettrey props for that, because I know writing this book was no small feat. It just wasn't my jam.

Also, a note about the kindle version I read--I hope this changes before this book hits the shelves, but there were SO MANY typos. Incorrect words, double words, etc. littered throughout and I hope the manuscript is cleaned up by the editing team before it hits the market.

*I was given a free ebook copy by the publisher in return for my honest opinion*

Dani Pettrey definitely knows what is required to create a romantic suspense. I adore how she creates a whole cast of brave heroines and heroes to fill her stories. By entering into a new story, Pettrey invites her readers into a world that becomes real and unique. In Killing Tide, readers are introduced to a team of Coast Guard Investigative Services that are as close as family. They spend time together, caring for each other inside and outside the job. The characters are memorable, yet brave. Gabby has a past that Pettrey hints out and doesn't resolve by the end of the first edition. While Finn has a past too, but Pettrey didn't keep it hidden from the readers. The romance between Finn and Gabby flourishes and sparks from the past romance they shared. Killing Tide is a death-defying story of chasing buried treasures and uncovering the truth of a boat explosion and castrophy of a dead man. The story captured my attention pretty quickly, and Pettrey didn't let go until the last hair-raising moment. I enjoyed spending time with these characters and can't wait to see what dilemma they find themselves in for the next story.
I received a complimentary copy of The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey from Bethany House Publishers, but the opinions stated are all my own.

Dani Pettrey has a knack for writing faith-based suspense that draws her readers to wanting more. The Killing Tide once again accomplishes this task.

Gabby Rowley was a top-notch investigative reporter for the Raleigh (NC) Gazette. Her stories on Xavier Fuentes had assisted local enforcement in bringing down the major drug-kingpin and the seizure of $30 Million in cocaine by the DEA. Now Fuentes’ gang would stop at nothing to take Gabby down - permanently. Members of the Raleigh PD, her supervisor at the Gazette, and her brother, a member of a Coast Guard Investigative Service team, agreed she needed time to recuperate Wilmington West Virginia. Gabby was not quite ready for Finn Walker, her former boyfriend, to be a part of that same CGIS team.

While staying in Wilmington, Gabby stumbles into another smuggling crew. To get her story she would need to follow the CGIS team as they track down the smugglers and avoid the dangers presented by Xavier Fuentes as he escapes from prison.

Gabby and her family’s faith will provide guidance as they move ahead day by day. There are some who do not yet understand this thing called faith, but prayer may be able to move them forward.

Whether a reader’s personal library, a local church library, or a public library, The Killing Tide could easily find a home. If Dani Pettrey follows a similar pattern to her earlier works, we will be seeing additional using the same characters - this reader will be looking forward to those books.
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This review is based on a free electronic copy provided by the publisher for the purpose of creating this review. The opinions expressed are my own.

This is another Dani Pettrey home run! This story involves the Coast Guard, most especially Coast Guard Investigative Service agent Finn Walker and his unit when they have to investigate the death of one of their own.
Meanwhile, Gabby, Finn’s boss’ sister, a reporter, comes to stay under Finn’s protection because someone who was convicted of a crime due to a story she wrote is trying to kill her. Of course, being a reporter, she can’t seem to keep her nose out of the investigation and makes Finn’s life more complicated and gets herself into danger as well.

Dani Pettrey’s books are always full of suspense and interesting characters and I look forward to each new installment as they come out in her series.

I received a Kindle copy of this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

I received an ARC of this book, and I am so glad I did! I love this new series set around The Coast Guard, and as always, I love the writing style of Dani Pettrey. Her characters bring you into the story, and her suspenseful writing truly does keep you on the edge of your seat trying to figure out who did what! Be prepared for lots of emotional highs and lows throughout the story, and dive into The Killing Tide as soon as it comes out!

"The Killing Tide" is a Christian romantic suspense novel. It's the first book in a new series. After Harper's investigative reporting puts a drug lord in prison, he orders his people to kill her. Her brother, Noah, asks her to stay with one of his Coast Guard team, Finn, so they can keep her safe. Noah's team must also investigate the death of a Coast Guard officer who has been murdered. Harper wants to help her friend, the wife of the murdered officer, discover why he was killed. She's not really interested in being safe and knows how to protect herself, so she faced danger from the murder investigation as well.

The constant danger to the main characters kept the suspense high. The characters were complex, dealt with realistic struggles, and I cared about what happened to them. Finn and Harper had dated before the start of this story, so it was a matter of Harper deciding if she loved and trusted Finn enough to keep her reporting close to home. Some of the characters prayed to God to help them stay safe, etc. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this suspenseful novel.

This is the first book in the Coastal Guardian series. I enjoyed this book and will be watching for the next book in the series. I enjoyed the mystery and the characters. It kept me hooked from beginning to end

Wow! Once again, Dani Pettrey writes a thoroughly suspenseful, edge-of-your-seat thriller that is difficult to put down once you begin reading it! This is book one in a new series and I cannot wait to read book 2 in the series! The Killing Tide sets up the story of Coast Guard Investigative Service special agent Finn Walker. Mingled in with Finn's story is the beginning of Noah's story -- including the stories of both of his sisters and their families. Many other characters are also introduced as their jobs and friendships intertwine with Finn's. Romance, suspense....GREAT book!

The Killing Tide delivers fast-paced suspense and action from the very first page. Investigator journalist Gabby Rowley is attacked and her life is on the line. With the help of her brother, Noah, and Coast Guard Investigator Finn Walker, Gabby moves back to her small town roots and drops off the grid. But she loves a good investigation, and soon finds herself in perilous situations as she seeks justice when her friend’s husband is murdered.

The Killing Tide is complex and thrilling. There are a lot of characters to keep track of, which made it hard to get into at first. But I’ve never read a novel where the characters face one life threatening situation after another. There are drug lords, murders, explosions, shoot-outs, conspiracies, underwater attacks, poisonous snakes, you name it, Dani Pettrey throws it at Gabby and Finn and the rest of the investigation team! But in the midst of life-threatening situations, Gabby and Finn begin to rekindle their romance making it a sweet tale in the midst of tragedies.

I definitely recommend adding this to your reading list. Pre-order The Killing Tide now as it comes out 8/6. This it the first in a series, and you don’t want to miss this action-packed over the top exciting summer read, because there is more to come.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

From the very first page of The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey, the reader is thrown into an intensely dangerous web of suspense, murder, betrayal, and a desperate fight for survival.  The Killing Tide aptly titles this work with the plot occurring mainly near the coast of North Carolina with many different situations involving the ocean.. Also, from the first two chapters the reader can already see the death toll rising with several suspicious deaths, some of which are very obviously of criminal intent.  I have to say that Ms. Pettrey has the exceptional talent of grabbing her reader's full attention in the very first few pages and keeping it until the last page, which is exactly my experience with this current work. 
I absolutely loved this work by Ms. Pettrey, as I have all of her works that I've read. Like many of her other books, I could hardly put it down.  Some of the reasons I love Ms. Pettrey's writing is her down-to-earth characters who face struggles that we all experience or that we can all easily relate to. Ms. Pettrey introduces characters that are flawed, but working to grow and improve, as well as antagonists that are very stealthy and easy to mistrust. Another aspect of Ms. Pettrey's style that I thoroughly enjoy is her great talent for creating a very suspenseful and surprising plot with many twists and turns, always leaving a shock for the ending. Without spoiling the book, I have to say that the interaction between the coast guard, rescue personnel, medical staff, reporters, and military/post-military members definitely fits my love of action, suspense, family, faith, and excitement.

The main character, Gabby Rowley is a tough, independent, hard-working woman who loves her career. Gabby has an insatiable thirst for knowledge and a curiosity that far exceeds that of cats ;) As an investigative reporter Gabby is used to being roadblocked, but she has to deal with a major setback as her life is threatened by a dangerous drug lord (whom she helped put in jail), making her become a fugitive.  Gabby is forced to retreat back to her hometown of Wilmington, North Carolina with the target on her head. Gabby doesn't want to bring dangers to her family and tries to keep her presence quiet, yet is surprised at the many suspicious happenings around her hometown.  Gabby is nervous to come back to her hometown for many reasons, but mainly because it is home to her old friend and the boyfriend she left behind to follow her career--Finn Walker.    
Finn Walker fits the role of the investigator for the Coast Guard very well with his past experience as a rescue swimmer diver, his unrelenting push for justice, and his fierce protection of those he loves. Finn was left with a broken heart at Gabby's departure from Wilmington, but he pushes aside his own past hurt to help protect her when she comes back into town.  The heartbreak and guilt that Finn deals with in this book really stuck with me, because of his duty in his job to save others and to fight injustice and evil. Finn definitely was a loyal and patient man, as he dealt with Gabby's impatience, sneaking away from her protection, and her fears. Finn was definitely one of my favorite all time characters in the Christian fiction world. I appreciated his strength, courage, loyalty, patience, compassion, as well as his past failures and his struggles with losing someone he was trying to rescue. Finn and Gabby's tenuous friendship give the already suspenseful book an added bit of intrigue and romance.

Overall, I was very impressed with this book and I would highly recommend it. Every chapter was packed with new situations and challenges to be faced by the very relatable characters. I absolutely enjoyed this taste of mystery, suspense, humor, intrigue, romance, and faith. The Killing Tide was another excellent work by Ms. Pettrey, one which I hope you have the chance to read!

I received an arc copy of book from Netgalley to review. I really enjoyed this book & highly recommend it! I loved Finn & Gabby and all the main characters, the story and want to read Rissi & Mason’s story next. Noah also needs a love interest! I will post review on Amazon, Good Reads & Bookbub as well!

What happens when you mix boats, an angry drug dealer, a natural born reporter, a dedicated team of Coast Guard Investigators and a deadly mystery? The result is a fast paced, action filled story that won’t disappoint. The author did a fantastic job developing believable characters, while keeping the reader guessing what would happen next. I loved this book. I like how the author interweaves Christianity without being preachy. If you’re looking for a book that will grab you and yank you into it’s world, this book is for you!

Darn you Dani Pettrey, you always cost me sleep! The Killing Tide kept me awake long after I should have been sound asleep! Your plots pull me along compelling me to keep reading. Your characters are realistic and have clever dialogue. I believe The Killing Tide to be your most intense book thus far! So my advice to Readers of The Killing Tide is to wait until you have time to immerse yourself in this book. Don't plan on doing anything else! LOL So send the kids to grandmas, send the hubby fishing, then grab a pitcher of ice tea and snacks then settle in for an intense read!

I was given a copy of this book by NetGalley.com with no expectations. All thoughts are my own.

Wow this book was amazing. It drew me in from the first page and had me on the edge of my seat until the very last page.

The writing was vivid and I felt like I was actually in the story. It had my heart racing many times, and breaking in a few. I loved how well the romance, suspense, and faith melded in this story. None overpowered the other and they flowed beautifully.

I love these characters! They are all so sweet and interesting. I am so glad this is a series because I can't wait to get to know all of them better.

I highly recommend this book and new series to anyone who enjoys romantic suspense. You will no be disappointed.

*Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of the book mentioned above in the hope that I would review it on my blog. A positive review was not required. All opinions are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.*

What a thrilling romantic suspense! Dani Pettrey has sure made quite a beginning for this new series.

Gabby Rowley is an investigative reporter who just had an attempt on her life - forcing her to hide for a while. Unintentionally, the situation leads her back to where she spent her winter recuperating from a disastrous stint in South Sudan, Finn Walker`s loft. Despite tending a broken heart and even though we're only given snippets of their time together, it`s obvious why Finn was able to crawl under Gabby's barriers.

I guess it was a risk to start a series with characters who have a history together rather than hinting in a previous book about past hurts. I was wary I'd feel something was missing, that I'd be thrown into their story. Let me make it clear this was not the case! Dani Pettrey was able to develop each character very well, leaving no space for doubt that we know these characters well.

I love the dynamics between the dive team and the Rowley family. I hope Noah gets his story so we can hang out with them. For now, I'm super excited about Rissi's story!!

“He was drawn to her like the tides were to the moon.”

“He’d done exactly what he vowed not to do. He’d fallen in love with her all over again.”

The Killing Tide, the first installment in Dani Pettrey’s new Coastal Guardians series, is an action-packed romantic suspense novel that takes readers on an extremely dangerous and thrilling ride and keeps them highly invested in the storyline until the very last page. Dani Pettrey is a favorite author of many romantic suspense readers because of her thrilling storylines, her swoon-worthy heroes, and her ability to weave the characters’ faith seamlessly into her novels.

Gabby Rowley finds herself in extreme danger after her work as an investigative reporter leads to $30 million in cocaine being seized by the DEA and a major drug dealer being sent to prison. After Gabby faces an attempt on her life, her brother Noah, a special agent in the Coast Guard Investigative Service, and other members of his team are enlisted to provide protection for her. As Noah, Finn, and the rest of the CGIS team investigate the suspicious death of a Coast Guard officer, the case becomes more complex and dangerous than they ever anticipated. Sparks continue to fly between Finn and Gabby, as unresolved feelings from the past resurface. The chemistry between Finn and Gabby is off the charts, and the romantic storyline will have readers swooning.

Readers will become familiar with the entire Coast Guard Investigative Service team in the novel, and it is heartwarming how this team of special agents has a family-like dynamic and supports each other during the good times and the bad. There are many new characters introduced at the beginning of the novel, which is typical in the first book of a new series, but readers will quickly fall in love with the entire CGIS team. These characters will undoubtedly be featured in future installments of the Coastal Guardians series. Gabby and Finn’s faith helps them face the difficult situations they encounter in their daily lives, and even in their deepest struggles and moments of doubt, God is always with them.

The Killing Tide is highly recommended for readers of romantic suspense, especially those who enjoy books by authors such as Lynette Eason, Lynn H. Blackburn, Rachel Dylan, Natalie Walters, and Elizabeth Goddard, and fans of TV shows such as NCIS, NCIS: Los Angeles, and Hawaii Five-0. Readers will be eagerly anticipating the second book in the series, The Crushing Depths, to discover more about their favorite members of the Coast Guard Investigative Service team.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Bethany House and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.


Additional Quotes:

“The ocean settled her soul like nothing else. Being near God’s creation reminded her of His sovereignty and majesty. Setting the moon in the sky to control the tides . . . it awed her. Jesus walking on water, calming the storm . . . Knowing He tamed something so wild and free settled her soul in a way nothing else did.”

“God had most definitely made a masterpiece with Finn Walker. Combining his stellar physique with green eyes, a strong jaw, and chiseled cheekbones made it hard not to sigh when he walked in a room.”

One thing I love about Pettrey's books is that when you flip open the page expecting romantic suspense/adventure, you get it. In spades. The Killing Tide was no different.

The action picks up right from the get-go and is seriously non-stop the whole way through. Warning: the chapters are short, so it's easy to "just one more" yourself all the way to the finish without realizing how much sleep you've lost. (Ask me how I know!) I blame the engaging story and likeable characters, with Pettrey's signature style of weaving plot lines and making readers crave more of the characters in action and interaction alike.

I'm excited to see what this new Coastal Guardians series brings, as this book had one of the best buildups to the next book I've read in a long time. It wasn't so much a cliffhanger at the end as it was a stunning way to set up The Crushing Depths (book two) without detracting from the impact of The Killing Tide's resolution. It left me in awe of the first book and ready to dive into the next.

I definitely recommend The Killing Tide. Might as well add The Crushing Depths to your TBR, too.

“The Killing Tide” is another great read by Dani Pettrey! I have loved all of her books, and this one was no different. I was hooked from the first page to the last page. This book had a lot of suspense and some romance thrown in along the way.

This book follows Gabby and Finn. Gabby is an investigative reporter and she is put on temporary leave from her work because of an evil man who could be coming after her. Therefore, she goes back home to be protected by Noah (her Coast Guard brother) and Finn (her ex-boyfriend Coast Guard). There is another mystery going on while Gabby is there. I love how Dani is able to capture this romantic tension with them, yet she keeps everything clean.

My favorite quote is: “He was drawn to her like the tides were to the moon.” How romantic is this?
I highly recommend this book to everyone out there who enjoys romantic suspense books. This book won’t disappoint.

I received this book from the publisher for my honest opinion.

Just when I think Pettrey can’t do any better, she blows me away with a new story line. This debut of The Coastal Guardians has the makings of her best series to date. The Killing Tide is a Christian Romantic Suspense that will rope you in from the very first page. Action packed and fast paced, you won’t be able to put this one down.

This book contains the breadth of lovable characters Pettrey is known for. They are likable, dynamic, and quirky, a unique gift Dani continually brings to each and every story. Finn is a bold, but soft hero; One you fall in love with from the very start. Gabby is a fierce, independent heroine whose sometimes brash decisions keep you guessing.

I enjoyed the unique structure of this book. It kept you guessing and wasn’t the a + b = great Chrisitian romantic suspense formula. Pettrey breaks the rules in all of the right ways. I would gladly recommend this to any of my friends. Another A+ for Dani and her team.

I was given an early copy of this manuscript through NetGalley for my honest review. All opinions expressed are my own.

Gabby Rowley, reporter for the Raleigh Gazette, finds herelf in need of a safe harbor once again when drug kingpin Xavier Fuentes tries to kill her. She has two choices. Enter protective custody with the government or stay in Finn Walker’s guesthouse—again—a leave her protection up to her brother, Noah, and his coworkers.

Gabby choses her second option—even if it means dealing with an overprotective older sibling and close contact with the man she has feelings for. Feelings she doesn’t trust because of trauma in her past.

Hanging around Noah and the Coast Guard Investigative Services team seems like an interesting, but safe, option. Until Gabby gets sucked into a murder investigation full of confusing clues and shadowy suspects.

Although Finn Walker hesitates to let Gabby stay at his guest house, he knows it’s the safest place for her. Of course, his emotions feel anything but safe around Gabby. Just when he started to fall in love with her, she chose a job in Raleigh over deepening their relationship. Evidently, he’d read her wrong.

To make matters worse, people he’s known and worked with for years seem to have double lives as well. And those double lives have extracted a high price. Will he and the other CGIS team members find the killer before he strikes again?

If you’re looking for a new series filled with action, suspense, and intrigue, Dani Pettrey’s new Coastal guardians will fit the bill. Pettrey shines at weaving suspenseful plots and secondary characters that eventually star in their own books.

Knowing that Dani Pettrey was going to write a new series was like a real gift to me since I love all of her books. This one, like the other books in her other series, is a clean read with romance, suspense and not a few thrilling scenes. Finn Walker is a member of CGIS and is busily engaged investigating the death of another member of the Guard. Then he is tasked with keeping investigative reporter Gabby Rowley safe since she is being targeted by a drug kingpin. There is a lot of action in this tale and many new characters for the series are introduced. I enjoyed getting to know Gabby and about her trauma in Sudan and Finn and his feeling of hopelessness since he has not been able to save everyone in danger. The stories of Rissi, Noah, Mason and Emmalynne all promise to keep the series alive and burning in the readers’ hearts for several years to come. As the quintessential hero, Finn will long live in the hearts and dreams of those who read this book and see him for the Godly man that he is. I highly recommend this book to fans of Dani Pettrey and to anyone who loves a good romance without all of the bad language and graphic sexual scenes!

This has a composite cast with the set up for book two. Like other Dani Pettrey books there’s action, romance, and a host of characters working together. A truly enjoyable read.

The Killing Tide was very slow in the beginning and had multiple characters that were hard to keep track of. I finally got it in my head who all the people were, but I have to admit I got confused in the end (it was probably because I skipped pages). I just never felt involved in the plot so much I couldn't put it down.

You would think I would give this book just one star but yet it had a great mystery (some one would love) and a good romance with faith based quality writing. I did love the ending.

I guess it just wasn't for me.

I received this book from Netgalley and all opinions expressed are my own.

The Killing Tide is a fast paced romantic thriller involving a cast of characters from the Coast Guard's CGIS. This particular book features Finn and an investigative reporter named Gabby. I have to admit it took me a quick minute to get into it because of the many characters in the book. But once I got a few chapters in, I felt I knew them all and they were my good friends. I'm excited because this is the first in a series and I am already anxious to read the next book about Rissi.
*I was gicen a copy of this book by the publisher and this is my honest opinion..

I've been hearing so many good things about this book! And when I remembered that I could grab it on NetGalley... oh happy day! The Killing Tide has to be one of my favorite books by Dani so far. The setting of the Alaskan Courage series had me hooked, and the danger from her Chesapeake Valor series was thrilling, but I was so invested in the characters of this new series! Especially Rissi. (I was going to be pretty upset if her story wasn't next, but it looks like I'm safe ;) ) The setting of this was also pretty great, although I'm not so sure that I'm too excited for our next trip to Topsail *insert nervous laughter* By the ending I'm pretty sure I was reading faster and faster with each chapter. I couldn't help being a little nervous for Gabby and Kenzie and Finn and Noah as they all got into some pretty tight scrapes! And I'll confess to a little horror at the freaky bad guys at the end. (But an admiring horror... that she could write something so deliciously scary!) Don't let the short chapters fool you into thinking that you are going to find an easy stopping place. If you put it down for anything other than food (I always get hungry reading Dani's books cause the characters are always eating!) then I don't know what to tell you except that you're off your rocker crazy. As a navy girl at heart, I still know that you guys are going to LOVE the Coast Guards in this series! 5 Bright Shining Stars!!!

Gabby Rowley is an investigative reporter. And as such, her life is threatened by a major drug lord she helped put away in prison. Her brother Noah seeks the help of his friend CGI agent Finn Walker to protect her. But keeping an eye on Gabby turns out to be a bit of a challenge.

The Coast Guard Investigative unit, are investigating a murder of one of their own.
Gabby feels certain that she can fend for herself as she tries to find clues in the investigation.

Dani Pettrey always writes such interesting novels. Reading The Killing Tide and how these agents risk their lives every day, helping people at sea, is pretty mind boggling. I have a growing respect for the men and women in all sections of military, sacrificing their time and lives on our behalf.

Ms Pettrey will be donating 10% of the profits of the sale of this book to the Coast Guard Foundation.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher. All views expressed are my honest opinion.

This was the first story by Dani Pettrey that I didn't finish the book and think it was awesome. It was good, don't get me wrong, but it's not one I would necessarily pick up to read again. 

The story started off well enough, but it made me wonder why Gabby who was under protection had no regard for any of her friends and family. She was determined to shoot off and do her own thing, her selfishness shined through. In turn, while I was interested in the story I wasn't keen on the way it happened.

The end was interesting in how the pieces were brought together, but even so there was so much death and sadness that it just didn't jive with me. I haven't given up on her as an author, however I probably won't be reading very many in this particular series.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review. These are my honest thoughts and opinions.

When one Coast Guard officer is found dead and another goes missing, Coast Guard Investigative Service special agent Finn Walker faces his most dangerous crime yet. His only clues are what little evidence remains aboard the dead officer's boat, and the direction the clues point to will test Finn and the Guard to their limits.

When investigative reporter--and Finn's boss's sister--Gabby Rowley arrives, her unrelenting questions complicate an already volatile situation. Now that she's back, the tug on Finn's heart is strong, but with the risks she's taking for her next big story, he fears she might not live through it.

Thrown together by the heinous crime, Finn and Gabby can't ignore the sparks or judgments flying between them. But will they be able to see past their preconceptions long enough to track down an elusive killer, or will they become his next mark?

Another great book by Dani Pettrey. Gabby is running for her life from a mob hit. Finn has the perfect place for her. His guest house. The only problem is that he is still in love with her from when she stayed there several months ago. Gabby's brother is Finn's boss. They work for the Coast Guard Investigative Services. The team rotate watching Gabby while trying to solve a double murder of their Coast Guard team mates. The only problem is Gabby keeps trying to snick out and try to solve the crime herself.

I recommend this book to anyone who likes a great mystery.

I was given this book by NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. I was not compensated in any way.

Fans of Dani Pettrey can expect a thrilling ride in this first book of what I expect will be another great series.

When I saw that she will bring out a new book, I had great expectations and I was not disappointed. From the first page of the first chapter, right till the end of the book, I was taken on a suspenseful ride with so much happening that I was engaged right till the end and was shocked by the revelation of the villain (who was quite twisted).

I loved the premise of the plot and the Coastal Guard Investigation Service team we meet. Noah, we have met in the Chesapeake Valor series but here we get to know him and his team. All of the members in the team was so interesting and lovable - I am hoping for an extended series with books about each of them. The ending just made me want to pick up book 2 (please release soon!).

Finn and Gabby - Finn quickly stole my heart and I just enjoyed his character more as the story continued. Gabby, with her venturesome personality cause quite a few suspenseful scenes. The author did a great job of introducing small hints of events in their pasts which was revealed as the story developed.

I also enjoyed the Rowley family dynamics and hope to see more of them in the series.

If you loved investigative stories, for example NCIS, and teams where they are more like family, and never-ending suspense, you should definitely go and get this book!

Thank you NetGalley and Bethany Publishers for allowing me to read this book. I love all Dani Petry's books and she did not disappoint with this one. Finn Walker of the Coast Guard Investigative Services is a swoon worthy hero and a very real person.. He is in love with Gabby Rowley an Investigative Reporter who is being chased and running for her life. While under the protection of Finn and her brother Noah she gives them major problems trying to keep her safe as she is getting involved in the case Finn is working. There is suspense up to the very end of the book and the ending is astounding when the identity of culprit is revealed.. This is a great book and I highly recommend it to suspense fans.

With a series title of Coastal Guardians and the book title of The Killing Tide, it was a for sure add to my reading list. Dani Pettrey is an author I have read time and time again. She does a superb job of writing suspenseful romance and creating series where you learn about all of the characters lives. But with that said, The Killing Tide didn’t quite hit the same mark for me as some of her other series. The storyline follows Gabby (the main female character) as she goes back to her home town for safety after her life is threatened. Finn Walker, who works under her brother as a Coast Guard Investigator, is working on a horrible crime and the bodies keep piling up. Gabby and Finn have a rocky past, but he is in charge of keeping her safe. Meanwhile, she just can’t stop her investigative instincts as a reporter. She is consistently putting herself and others in dangerous positions to get the story.

First, let me state that the author does an excellent job of capturing your attention with intensity and suspense from the first chapters. But along with that you are introduced to many characters and scenes that you are trying to keep straight and figure out. So, while I did like that it started off with a bang (literally), it was confusing at times. Once you get further into the chapters, the story is easier to follow and keeps you on edge. You will want to read to the end and won’t be disappointed!

Most of the characters are easy to relate to and I do look forward to learning more about them in the next book. In this book, Gabby’s character was one that I just did not like. But I don’t think you should like every character in a book, even if they are the main character. It just makes you engage with the character in a different way. Her constant disregard for people and their safety was unnerving. She truly only cared about getting the story, no matter the cost. And her idea of being a friend was not my definition of friend. Her behavior goes against my grain, and although I didn’t like that in her character it was also a way to see things from a different perspective.

Overall, I enjoyed the story and the suspense. It may not be my favorite book by this author, but it’s worth a read.

*I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

I love when a book's villain is not who I expect it to be. The ending of this book took me by complete surprise! With this being the first in a new series, there's a lot of new characters to meet and get to know but the action starts right with chapter 1 and doesn't stop until you've reached the end! You may even recognize one of the characters from the Chesapeake Valor series. It's always so much fun when a character spins off into a new series! I'm looking forward to the next in this series for sure!

I would give this book a solid 3.5 stars. I may enjoy it more if i read it once it comes out and is in paperback, but it was a bit hard to follow. I was a huge fan of Dani Pettrey’s Alaskan courage series and the Chesapeake Valor series however, this book was very hard to follow. There were a lot of characters that played a big role in this book, and i mean a lot. Too many that it was very hard to keep track of. The main story i thought was supposed to be about Finn and Gabby, but there were major parts about other characters and this made the book hard to follow. And it felt like there could have been a story before this book, about what happened to Gabby before she went to go live with her family and what happened with Fuentes. Dani did tie everything together at the end and the plot together made sense, but to me it felt a little forced. I loved Gabby’s drive and passion for her job and career, it was inspiring.

Overall, a solid read, but not one that I will probably keep on my shelf to read again. I enjoyed the bit of suspense that was there, but again, a little hard to follow. I like how the author explores different places and types of jobs and integrates that into her stories, i just think it would be a little more enjoyable to read without some of the extra fluff characters.

I loved the Alaskan Courage series by Dani Pettrey, so I was thrilled to have the chance to read The Killing Tide before it hits the shelves. I must say, it does not disappoint! As always, Ms Pettrey creates characters that are immediate new friends for her readers. I was drawn into the plot and found it difficult to put this book down. (My only areas of criticism were: 1) the Blue Fire Reader app through which I was first trying to read The Killing Tide - after I switched back to my more friendly Kindle app, things went much more smoothly *I realize this wasn't a criticism of The Killing Tide*; and 2) I became very aware of a high usage of the word "brow" around chapter 50. My brain had a hard time getting over it.). All in all, I can't wait to see more from Dani Pettrey and specifically, more from the Coastal Guardians series!

When I found out Dani was coming out with a new series Costal Guardians, I set my expectations high and I wasn’t disappointed.

This book had me hooked from the very first page and I couldn’t put it down. Turning each page in anticipation with what comes next.

We had previously met Noah in the Chesapeake Valor series and only caught a glimpse of what was to come, but here we get to learn more about him and his team. All of the members on the investigative team had their own strengths, but how they used those strengths within the team is what made it feel like they were family! I couldn’t help but fall in love with each of these new characters and I hope to get a book about each of them especially Noah.

I will admit I was a little nervous at first seeing as Finn and Gabby did have a history together, but the worry quickly passed as the story progressed. The way Dani was able to grow and build these characters individually and together given their history was absolutely brilliant.

My finally thought on The Killing Tide is that Dani delivers another amazing story filled with suspense, adventure and romance. The way she wrote this villain was uniquely twisted and something I didn’t see coming so, if you love investigative stories that have you on your toes than this is the book for you!

*I received a free copy of this book from Bethany House Publishers, these opinions are my own.*

The Killing Tide is a thrilling start to Dani Pettrey's new Coastal Guardians series. Fans of her previous books will enjoy this suspenseful, character driven, page turner of a novel that plunges readers right into the story from the very first pages.

Gabby Rowley is an investigative journalist who's recent role in the take down of a highly successful drug lord has put a price on her head. After an attempt on her life, her older brother Noah decides the best place for her is back home with her family around to protect her. Noah is a member of the Coast Guard Investigative Services special agent team, and decides the best plan of action is for Gabby to stay in his fellow team member Finn's guest house. Finn and Gabby have a history, and it ended with her choosing her career over him, and breaking his heart into pieces in the process. However, despite the unresolved feelings on both ends, Finn will stop at nothing to keep Gabby safe.

Finn and Noah's work with CGIS is often dangerous, and they're about to experience one of their most dangerous cases yet. A situation gone wrong at sea results in the death of two of their own, and suspicions are soon placed on those they never would thought they couldn't trust. As the case builds and builds, more and more players are revealed, and the enormous depths as to just how far this case truly extends have only begun to be revealed. As Finn and Noah struggle to solve the case, and bring those behind everything to justice, they also struggle to keep Gabby safe and sound, and out of the line of fire. They'll need faith, prayer and God's help more than ever before, to truly get to the bottom of just what they've gotten themselves into.

From start to finish, The Killing Tide is a roller coaster ride of a story, and showcases once again just how talented of an author Dani Pettrey is. The reader can always tell just how much research goes into each and every one of her stories, and I loved the fact that she chose to set her new series around the CGIS. As with each of her previous series, this one is highly character driven, and the reader is introduced to quite a few characters within the CGIS and their surrounding friends and family that will most likely play a roll in the consequential novels. I have to applaud the fact that with and every one of this author's books I've read, the faith element has been at the front and center, and I was very happy that this was the case here as well. It's always refreshing when a crime fighting team remembers to call on His help, and not depend on only their own devices.

I did have a couple of minor issues with this one that I do want to mention. As much as I love how character driven Dani Pettrey's novels are, this one tends to get a tad carried away with this, and there's quite a few characters and corresponding back stories introduced, many of which we're never truly explained. I'm hoping this is because they'll be explained in future novels. As well, I really found the writing jumped around a lot within this one, and while I never truly got confused, I think it would have been a bit more enjoyable if this had been minimized a bit. Also, while I loved many of the characters featured throughout; especially Finn, Noah, Caleb and Rissi, I was never really sold on Gabby's character by the end of the story. She makes some pretty bad decisions in the name of her career, putting both herself and others in danger in the process, and her selfishness kind of grated on my nerves. Thankfully it wasn't enough to ruin the story for me, but I have a feeling I'll enjoy the stories about the other characters more.

Overall though, I really enjoyed this one and thought it was a great start to her new series. I especially enjoyed the fact that the ending completely blew me away, and I'd actually thought I had a big piece of it pieced together, and am happy to admit that I was completely wrong. I highly recommend this to anyone who's been a fan of Dani's previous novels or any fans of Christian suspense.

Final Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐


Thanks so much to Bethany House for the opportunity to advance read this!



I received a complimentary copy of this novel from the publisher (Bethany House) via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not required to give a positive review.

This is the first book in Dani Pettrey’s new Coastal Guardians series! I’ve been a big fan of her books since Submerged and was super excited for this one. I always love first books, with all the potential for new stories and new characters, and this one definitely met all my expectations and exceeded a few of them!
As usual, my favorite part of this book was the characters. Gabby and Finn are for sure on the list of favorite characters from Ms. Pettrey’s books, though I’m pretty confident most of the other characters on the team are going to fall into that category, too. Gabby is an investigative reporter, staying with her family after making an enemy who now wants her dead. To go with that, she’s stubborn, curious, determined, and kind. Finn, part of the Coast Guard Investigative Service, has some things in his past that haunt him, but that he doesn’t let that stop him from doing what’s right. I loved his integrity and loyalty to his friends. He’s also as stubborn if not more so than Gabby, and determined to keep her safe. I enjoyed watching them butt heads and learn to work together, but also become something more. I so enjoyed how the story didn’t solely focus on them as a couple, but came from multiple perspectives within the team. Sometimes the switching between characters’ thoughts was a little confusing for me, but not too bad, once I caught back up. The momentary confusion was definitely worth what it added to the story.
Can we talk about the mystery and suspense for a moment? It was definitely suspenseful - Ms. Pettrey is well known for keeping the tension running throughout the story and this one is definitely not an exception! I loved the mystery, too! I spent the entire story trying to guess “whodunit” and didn’t have a clue, which was great! I appreciate books that can stump and surprise me. My only bit of negative to that is something that happened in the end (I’m not going to spoil) seemed more than a little far fetched. But it wasn’t a big enough issue to ruin the story for me.
Overall, I really enjoyed this book! I would highly recommend it to anyone who enjoys mystery and suspense!

*My thanks to the author and publisher for my copy of this book! I was not required to write a review, positive or otherwise, and have not been compensated for it in any way. All opinions expressed are my own.

It’s always a disappointing thing when a book by one of your favorite authors doesn’t end up working for you. This was the case for me and The Killing Tide.

What I Liked

-I thought the actual mystery aspect of the story was well done. It was pretty well-paced and Pettrey did a good job of weaving together multiple cases.

-I liked the setting and that many of the main characters are in the Coast Guard. That’s something new I haven’t read a lot of before and I found it pretty interesting.

-I thought Pettrey did a good job with incorporating the characters’ faith in into the story. There wasn’t really any big lesson, it was just daily life and I liked that.

What Didn’t Work for Me

-Gabby drove me crazy for pretty much this whole book. The first time we meet her she narrowly escapes an attempt on her life and she ends up going to her brother so he and his Coast Guard friends can help protect her. But then she fights against the notion of needing to be protected the whole time and continually runs away from the people who are supposed to be watching her, which I just found really annoying and selfish. And her whole defense is that she needs to chase the story because God made her passionate about it and to ask her not to do it is wrong. Um, pretty sure that’s not how God works. She just really, really rubbed me the wrong way and pretty much ruined the book for me.

-The romance didn’t really work for me. We find out that prior to the events of this book, Gabby and Finn had started a relationship, which was cut short when Gabby moved away. They both already had strong feelings for each other when the story starts and so we miss all of the build up. I never really felt their chemistry when they’re reunited and so I never got invested in them as a couple.

-There are a lot of characters that are thrown out in the beginning. I had a really hard time keeping them straight. It took about half the book before I could start to tell them all apart. While I don’t have a problem with any of them, none of them really stood out to me as someone I would be excited to read about next.

-I think my biggest problem with the book, though, is the way that Gabby was involved in the official investigation. Let me preface this by saying Gabby is not in law enforcement, she is a reporter. Throughout the story Finn has her help him process a crime scene where there were multiple murders, she uses Coast Guard computers to do her own research on the case, she accompanies Finn while he is investigating leads and persons of interest, and she is part of debriefing sessions of multiple cases. And the reason for all this? She’s incorrigible and would just go out and investigate on her own if they didn’t include her, so might as well keep an eye on her. THIS IS NOT HOW LAW ENFORCEMENT WORKS. My brother is a police officer and I talked to him about some of these things and asked what would happen if he involved a civilian like this while working. He would be fired. I understand for the sake of fiction there are certain allowances made, but I feel this is just way too unbelievable. And this is a complaint I have about several books by this author.

Overall

Overall, The Killing Tide was just not for me. Even though the pace seemed steady and there was a lot of action, I found myself bored for most of the book. I found Gabby so unlikable that it made it hard to get through the story at times. However, everyone I know that has read this have all really loved it, so it might just be me and my mood. I do plan on reading more from Pettrey in the future and am hoping my experience with this book is just an anomaly.

Overall Rating (out of 5): 2.5 Stars

Upfront information: This is a Christian Fiction Romantic Suspense book that has some violence but most of it is "off-camera".

Finn Walker doesn't like to lose people close to him. Sometimes life as a CGIS agent doesn't allow him that luxury. Especially in a small town on a small team. Everyone becomes like family. When the woman who left him heartbroken returns because of a threat to her life, will he be able to focus on the cases before him or worry about protecting her?

This story encompassed many things that I enjoy reading about: US military members, law enforcement, and detective work. Ms. Pettrey's baseline stories are Christian based Romantic Suspense and she did a wonderful job of mixing all these elements together. I look forward to seeing what happens with the main characters and what adventurous case she'll have them on next.

I am grateful to NetGalley and Bethany House for providing an advance reader's copy of this book.

There is so much going on in this book:
Shootings
Explosions
Drownings
Hired hits
You get the picture. And while I love an action-packed book, this was almost too much. Every chapter had another incident. I was impressed how the author tied everything together but thought some of believability was not there - I would hope all of the above would bring in the FBI in real life, but that wasn't the case with this book.

There are hints of romantic connections throughout the book involving several couples, but given everything else going down, they aren't explored much, and that made sense to me.

Since this is an ARC, I know there are still edits to be made. But as a reader, it was very hard to follow at times, when the author switched from one character's thoughts (this is told in the third person), within the same chapter. At the very least, I hope there is some distinction made in the final copy so that the reader can identify the character has changed. I had to reread several sections because they didn't make sense.

Overall, I wasn't invested in any character in this book - there were just too many with too many different storylines. But I had to finish because I wanted to see how it all pulled together.

My Review of The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey:
Every book by Dani Pettrey is worth reading. And the cover for this book is marvelous. And the blue/green of the water stands out so well against the white, this cover brings across the story so well.
I have waited so long for this book. But it was worth the wait! The characters were WONDERFUL! The book was so jaw-dropping good. I’d say it’s her best but I can’t, none of the couples beat Dead Drift and Luke and Kate in my opinion, though I loved Finn and Gabby. I read this all too fast, it was wonderful and I didn’t put my kindle down until I had read the last page . . . When I read Pettrey’s books I’m pulled into a suspense with themes of redemption and love. Finn, I must say was a spectacular guy and Gabby was strong without being too strong and I felt that her reasons for doing everything she had a point, unlike some of the strong female characters I’ve read about.
I do think the ending wound up a little too fast but it was all right and I love how Noah was so involved in the whole book I can not wait for the next book in this series, I also need to read the Alaskian Courage series which has been on my to-be read list for way too long.
I did feel like there was less spiritual content then I would like and it was a little more creepy when the bad guy was in it.

This is the first in the Coastal Guardians series by Dani Pettrey. Gabby is on the run from a drug lord trying to kill her. She flees to her family’s home town and back into the arms of the man she left to fulfill her dream job. Can she handle being around him?

After one Coast Guard officer is killed, Coast Guard Investigative Service agent Finn Walker steps in to find the culprit only to wind up knee-deep into a deadly ring bent on evading capture, no matter the cost. To top everything off, the woman he fell in love with is back into his life after breaking his heart.

Together, Gabby and Finn race to find more disturbing evidence that implies the two cases could be linked. Can they face their feelings for each other before the ring takes them all out?

Dani Pettrey does it again. This adrenaline-laced plot kept me turning the pages to find out more. It captured me from the first chapter. The twists and turns make an intriguing story.

There were times when I got confused with all the characters, but I’m assuming other books in the series will tie them all together. I can’t wait for book two!

I give The Killing Tide five deep sea dives. It will leave the reader breathless!

*An e-copy was given to me from NetGalley for my honest opinion.

The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey is the first book in her new series. This is important to know because the book is introducing all of the characters. This may feel overwhelming and confusing at first. Also, Dani sets up the characters throughout this book for the next one in the series. So you will see several scenes with the secondary characters.

Gabby and Finn are the main characters in this story. Gabby is an investigative reporter and I really wanted to like her but never could. She was all the bad things you think of when you think of investigative reporters. She only thought of the story. She put people she supposedly cared about in danger to get her story. Gabby’s friend is pregnant and just lost her husband and Gabby is interviewing her for the story. Not to mention that the reason Gabby is in town is to hid out from a drug lord who wants to kill her. So running off from her security is just selfish and stupid.

Finn was great. I enjoyed his character and he could do much better than Gabby. He could find someone who loves him and puts him first. I liked how the author revealed Finn’s background.

I am super excited to read the next book in the series with Rissi. She is a character that I can really like. I am already intrigued to see if she who she will end up with. Also Emmy sounds like she is going to be a fun character.

There were several deaths in the beginning and the author made them personal to the team which I thought brought out more of the characters and feelings. The mystery was good and Dani was able to surprise me with the ending.

Although I never liked Gabby, this was a good book that I would recommend because you are going to want to read it for the series. I have loved all of Dani’s books and Gabby was an anomaly. If you don’t like Gabby as much as I did, feel free to speed read her sections 

I received this book from Netgalley. I was not required to write a positive review.
You can see my full review at More Than a Review dot com where I rate the level of sex, violence, language and drug/alcohol use in books.

A new book, new series by one of my favorite authors!
I've been a huge fan of Dani Pettrey, from the day I first found her books. I couldn't wait to read this newest release.
I was a tiny bit disappointed. These characters did not quite cut it for me.
I loved the action, the mystery, and the suspense. All of that was quite in keeping with Dani Pettrey's earlier works.
But.
The Characters.
I've loved her earlier ones. I just couldn't quite decide about Gabby. (Did I like her or didn't I)
She was a reporter, and a rather annoying one at that.
The story begins when she and Finn had already had a relationship, so I wasn't given the opportunity to see them falling in love. The story tells a lot about them, but it doesn't really give the chance to get to know them as I would have preferred.
Gabby refuses to listen to what anyone tells her, she's determined to get her next story. I loved her determination, but hated how she consistently fought against her brother and anyone else trying to keep her safe.
The ending I found to be quite satisfying. The mystery was solved, completely in ways I did not expect, and I loved that.
Even though this is not my favorite book, I will still keep on reading Dani Pettrey's books as soon as they come out!
Disclaimer: I receive complimentary books from various sources, including, publishers, publicists, authors, and/or NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review, and have not received any compensation. The opinions shared here are my own entirely. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255

The Killing Tide gives me yet another reason why Dani Pettrey is among my favorite Romantic Suspense authors. This one is the beginning of her new series, Coastal Guardians. It starts off full of action filled suspense. I was left guessing what would happen next. It had so many twists and turns that I could never predicted. I loved the Finn and Harper duo. They made quite the team.
I highly recommend The Killing Tide. It gets five plus stars from me. I can not wait to get my hands on the second installment from the Coastal Guardians series and see what adventures the characters will get into.
I received this book from the publisher, but was not required to write a review. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.

I grabbed my sandals and headed to my favorite chair on the patio to dive into the newest book (and first in the series), The Killing Tide by Dani Pettrey. The patio was as close as I could get to the ocean at the time, but as I dove into the story, I started to feel like it was close enough for the time being.

The new series opens up with a Coast Guard officer being found dead and another one missing. With an intriguing start, we get to meet Finn Walker and Gabby Rowley. Their relationship is an interesting one, as Gabby is Finn's boss's sister.

While this book held the usual suspense I've come to expect from Pettrey, it didn't keep me captive the way her other books have. In defense of the author, the ARC version of the book I had didn't have section breaks, which made the story challenging to follow as one scene ran into another. While I tried not to let the formatting interfere with my enjoyment of this book, I'm sure it had some impact on the development of the story as it was a huge distraction.

Despite the formatting, I enjoyed the variety of characters and setting of this book. I'm chalking my struggle with feeling captivated by the story to the formatting because Pettrey is a talented author, and I've enjoyed many of her other books.