This book was another great non-stop action and suspense from author Colleen Coble. I’ve always loved Colleen Coble’s books and this one was no exception. I liked how this one had a couple of different mysteries in it. Paradise and Blake have such a great chemistry and history together. This one also had a twist that I never saw coming. I highly recommend this book.

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

I hope that this author never stops writing.
Her stories always makes me sit on the edge of my seat.
I love how she makes her characters comes alive and I enjoy their journey to find out who done it.
5 stars from me for another exciting adventure.
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4.5/5 Stars
Thanks to the Publisher and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

Ok so I decided to get out of the Rom-Com pool dip my toes in the Thriller/ Murder Suspense hot tub, where there are Romance bubbles nearing the surface.

There was a lot going on in this book and I felt like if I skimmed any pages I'd miss any important detail. There were multiple murders being investigated in a small town; one in the present and the double murder of the FMCs parents from the past. The fmc and mmc were also animal sanctuary employees turned amateur detectives.

Paradise was a teenager when her parents were murdered and she was put into a foster home thanks to a welfare check brought on by her then concerned boyfriend. Blake. Paradise resented Blake for making that call and landing in an abusive foster home.

She comes back 15 years later to work in the large cat sanctuary that her ex,'s family owns. Blake is thankful she's back and him, his 2 younger brothers and mother welcome her back with open arms.

That same day as her return, a woman is found dead in one of the animal cages. She was murdered. Blake and Paradise feel like the Sherriff isn't doing enough and they start investigating the murder on their own. They also get closer to solving the mystery and affair cover up involved in her parents murder.

Paradise and Blake fall into a easy familiarity with eachother as they work together ❤️.

I did enjoy reading 📚 this book but as I said making sure I didn't miss any details in all of the twists and turns of the story was difficult.

Also, there were issues with the 3rd person POV shifting inconstantly. Sometimes it would be in Paradises pov but point out details or observations she couldn't have been aware of because if her time away.

I loved this book! A perfect blend of intrigue, suspense and how faith can get you through anything. Paradise and Blake and the various side characters are so endearing and I loved the crossover of Hez and Savannah from, "What We Hide." Hopefully Paradise and Blake will make an appearance in the second Tupelo Grove book. I can't wait for the next book in this series. A not to be missed Christian Mystery from the fantastic Colleen Coble!

I always enjoy Colleen Coble’s books, and Ambush was no exception! It was especially fun to see characters from her other book series make appearances. This story is a suspenseful romance, full of fast-paced action that kept me hooked from start to finish.

As with her other books, I’d definitely recommend Ambush to anyone who enjoys an exciting blend of mystery, romance, and thrills.

Thanks to #netgalley and #thomasnelson for the opportunity to read this book.

A wildlife animal sanctuary is a unique setting for this exciting new series. With a little romance, a lot of animals, and multiple mysteries, this expertly woven suspense is difficult to put down. It was nice to see familiar characters from the Tupelo Grove series, and the author states that she also includes characters from the Pelican Harbor series, which I have not read. But you do not have to read any of those books first to enjoy this one. My only disclaimer is a warning for mention of suicide. I liked that the book concluded well, but did not wrap up perfectly, leaving room for a sequel while also being realistic. If you love a clean whodunit with many Christian elements, that was even better than What We Hide, don’t miss this one. I am already looking forward to book 2.
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Colleen Coble brings us another excellent and suspenseful story with her new book, Ambush. I love the strength of Paradise as she comes home and tries to solve the murder of her parents while healing herself from the traumas of the past. Paradise learns to trust again as she rekindles her relationship with Blake. Someone is trying to sabotage The Sanctuary, Blake’s mother’s wildlife park, which adds twists and turns, a few surprises, lots of suspense, and some unanswered questions. I cannot wait for the next installment to the story!

Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for a complimentary copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

Amidst danger and drama, Blake and Paradise have opportunity for a second-change romance. Set in the lush and vast landscape of an animal Sanctuary (preserve/park), can they harness the challenges of past memories while also dealing with the present? Because of the setting, it affords the book many unique and exciting scenes. Also, the animals become another cast of characters.
There is plenty of suspense plus mystery, enough to certainly carry over into the rest of the series. This one wraps up quickly and satisfactorily. It left me thinking that the danger was not the point. The point was the relationships and courage they found along the way. What do you think would happen if you ran on fear instead of stepping up to the curves and angles popping up on life's journey? Everyone in here is facing that scenario, even the "bad guys".
I enjoyed this book and found it to be tense and thrilling. The natural element of predatory animals really raises the stakes. The park is interesting and holds so much potential! I hope to learn more about Blake and Paradise in the rest of the series! (This is what I would consider a "clean" romance. It had moderate attraction between MCs and there were only a couple of kisses.)

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Let me start by saying I love the setting in this series: the Sanctuary. As a big animal person, the setting alone will draw me to read these books. This was my favorite part of the book. While I don't mind a second chances romance, there were a lot of "thoughts" in this novel of thinking about the other person. The thing that made Paradise dislike Blake should have been more prominent in my opinion because it caused her to leave for 15 years. The situation was really only glossed over and then all of the sudden, everything is well and she's thinking about their future children.

I wish there weren't quite as many characters. 75 pages from the end, we really are introduced to the culprit (mentioned in passing during the book but not really introduced). It was a little like it was out of nowhere.

All in all, 3.5 rounded up to 4. I'll read the next one because I grew to like these characters and (like I said) love the setting.

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This is a sweet, action filled story of love, secrets, family and second chances all with a mystery wrapped around it. I loved the characters, flaws and all. They seemed real with feelings that are genuine and true to the situations each found themselves in. I wish Paradise had more closure, but that should come in the next book....I hope! Overall a fast paced, action packed book that hooked me from the start. Loved it!
I received an advance copy of this. book in exchange for my honest review.

This is a Christian suspense with underlying romance. Paradise lost her parents while she was very young in an unsolved murder. She is then thrown into the foster system and has a history of being abused by men. Her faith is shaken and she does not feel God is looking over her at all and she falls away from her faith. She returns to her home town as an adult with the intentions of finding peace in her solve by hopefully solving her parents murder. She finds a job at a place called the Sanctuary which is owned by a family that had a special place in her life at one point. The story is a slow burn with other mysterious things happening at the Sanctuary and her friend Blake is in the midst of it. While they are finding themselves intertwined a romance maybe blooming. The characters are likable and relatable and it is not too much faith in religion forward which allows for the story to flow and it is more complimentary to the story. I really liked the little boys and how they are cared for and bring a smile to the readers. Additionally the romance doesn't always flow into a happily ever after but does show how romance and connection is a basis for a good relationship with the ups as well as the downs. Many thanks to the author, the publisher and Netgalley.

I love Colleen Coble’s books and her latest book. Ambush was no exception. Excellent plot and relatable characters. I definitely recommend this book. I received an advance ebook from the publisher and Netgalley. This is my unbiased review.

Animals, mystery, romance are hallmarks of this first book in the new sanctuary series by Colleen Coble. The characters were complex and worked through their issues over the course of the book which was something that I really appreciated about it.

I enjoyed the Christian elements of the story. It had some really good themes including that God never abandons you. While most of the mysteries were solved, it was obvious that there was going to be a book 2 as one of the side stories has not been tied up. Looking forward to seeing where the author takes the story from here.

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This was a fast paced thrill ride. The intrigue kept me guessing until,the end. It is so refreshing to read a heart filled thriller that has flawed characters doing what is right. I loved this book!

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Colleen Coble has long been my go to for Christian suspense! She does not disappoint in her latest novel, Ambush. I don't know how she can still turn out great reads time and again. But as long as she does, I"ll read them!

In Ambush, we meet Paradise (who names their kid Paradise?) who has overcome great difficulty in her life. From her parent's unsolved murder, being betrayed by a teenage boyfriend, and attacked by a panther at her job, Paradise has had her full share of heartache. Nevertheless, she clings to her faith and trusts that God has all things under His control. She accepts a new job at an animal park in her hometown as a veterinarian to exotic animals. She hopes by coming home she can overcome her fear of big cats. This job also puts her in the company of her previous boyfriend, Blake. Blake doesn't understand what went wrong with him and Paradise, but he still thinks she is the prettiest thing he has ever seen! When dangerous and unexplained accidents occur at the animal park, Blake and Paradise must put their differences aside and work together to discover if someone is trying to close the park, kill Blake, or Paradise.

I enjoyed Ambush very much. It was kind of slow at the beginning but I pushed though. I'm glad I did because it got very exciting and I had to find out who was behind all the accidents. I really liked the characters. Paradise is vulnerable, but strong. Blake wants to be her knight in shining armor. Blake's mother is very kind and Blake's kid brothers are fun.
I think any readers of Christian fiction will enjoy Ambush by Colleen Coble.

Paradise has mixed feelings about returning to the town where her parents were murdered. She is even more unsure about working with her first love. But, she is also sure this is the only way she can get her life on track. Wonderful Christian suspense.

Wow! This book is captivating and full of surprises! There's suspense, intrigue, and a mystery. I never would have suspected the one perpetrator.

The characters are written brilliantly! Paradise is Amazing! Her strength and tenacity are admirable. Blake, sigh, I picture Steve Irwin here! He takes care of everyone and everything in his care! The family and community are very supportive, and I hope many of them are in future books!

I particularly enjoyed the parts of the book that involved faith in God! Blake and his family are not shy about their faith, and that helps Paradise realize her need for God. It's especially cute when Levi and Isaac chime in with their cute insights!

The whole animal sanctuary is fascinating to me. It amazes me to think about the love and care that the workers instill to the creatures in their care.

I was provided a complimentary copy of the book from Thomas Nelson via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

I have read Colleen Coble’s books for many years. Just when I think she can’t get better, she does!
I loved this book. The interaction between the characters, the events of the past and the cutest little boys made this my new favorite.
I liked Blake and Paradise and the fact that they didn’t stay mad at each other through the whole book. That was refreshing to see them become friends again.
I did not figure out the killer until it was revealed. Good job keeping several people on the suspect list.
Thank you Colleen for a great book that kept me up late!

“If people don’t stand up against evil, what kind of world will we be living in?”

I’m already a dedicated fan of Colleen Coble, so when I heard she was starting a new series, I was all in, no questions asked. I didn’t even read the synopsis!

I love that Coble gets her story going and then sprinkles her introductions. Knowing what the characters are experiencing and their emotional responses hooks me, and by the time the author formally introduces them, I’ve already forged a connection and I care about what happens to them from then on.

Coble’s new series focuses on second-chance relationships and returning to the past due to desperation rather than choice. Paradise Alden (read to find out why she was given this name!) is forced to return to the town she grew up in and fled, simply because she needs the work. She’s lost everything and is not in a position to be choosey. Coble uses this to examine courage and the need to forgive ourselves. She weaves the thread of first love together with the heartache of loneliness and desperation and crafts a compelling arc. Coming to work with someone who ‘destroyed’ her life creates tension and Coble harnesses it exceptionally well. Coble’s characters face moral choices and readers get to see how the shadows from their past reach out to shape their future. Watching them deal with disappointment in each other and in God strengthens our connection to them. Patching what’s broken is never easy, especially when one’s financial success depends on it. Regardless, readers will see that experiencing loss and pain has softened Paradise and that affects how she treats others.

The setting is spectacular! I’m already wishing I could visit Sanctuary Wildlife Preserve. What’s not to love about caring for beautiful creatures? Who would have thought this would be the perfect backdrop for mischief and nail-biting tension?!

Three things I’ll remember:
1. Seeing the Bible as our North Star; it helps us navigate life
2. God is never the one who moves
3. We can’t control what happens to us, but we can choose how we respond

I was entertained, I fell in love with the characters and the setting, I’ve built memories with Paradise and Blake and I hope to spend time with them in Prowl, book two in the Sanctuary series.

A start of a new series by one of my favourite go to authors. Paradise has had a difficult and complicated upbringing but as she returns home to find out more about her parents death and also try to overcome a traumatic event she is reunited with her first love but can he also be a new love? I loved reading about the animals and how they are cared for at the sanctuary. The action kept me on my toes and I was unsure where the author was headed with the outcome but it ended on a slight cliffhanger which has made me feel eager for the next book.