This is really 4 stars for the plot/theme of faith & 3 stars for what felt kind of cheesy to me. There was some dialogue that to me just felt like I’ve not heard people talk like that.

I love a thriller type store & anything set in Texas. The suspense part of the plot I honestly enjoyed with the espionage & trying to find out who was telling the truth. In my opinion she wrote the supense/action well. I also enjoyed the setting of the Guadalupe Mountains.

The dialogue between the main characters was simply hard for me to take seriously. It wasn’t missionary dating exactly, but still felt a little far fetched to me. They were likeable characters, I just couldn’t get over parts of the dialogue.

I did appreciate theme of faith that was clear throughout & how the author acknowledging God’s sovereignty & suffering and how that can be a difficult thing. My only critique is maybe that the gospel wasn’t super clearly articulated but need for Jesus/God was.

Thanks NetGalley for the ARC!

Page-turning, fast-paced, edge of your seat suspense and action. Reliance on God, forgiveness of self and others are key themes throughout. Canyon of Deceit by Diann Mills was my first read by Mills but cannot wait to read others. I would place this novel in the same category as some I've read by Terri Blackstock and Colleen Coble. Very high praise in my book.

Releases Sep. 9th. I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

Great read! You won’t want to put this book down!
Enter Russian players and anything is possible.
There are twists and turns throughout the entire story.
A kidnapping, murder, and lots of lies leave the main characters running into danger to save a young girl.
Diann Mills does an excellent job weaving together her story.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. My opinions are my own.

I had not a faith-based novel in a while, so I chose this one because of description. The story started a bit more formally than I was used to, but is more in line with traditional works in the genre. There is a standard friends-to-lovers trope here, which might seem a bit fast, but this story takes place over a few days, and the couple has a history, so it is not terribly rushed.

Mills is a bit older as a writer, so the technology does not play as much a part in the story as one might expect. And I was a bit surprised by the ending, as the story up to that point seemed to suggest it would go into a different direction. I'd normally give it 3.5 stars, but am happy to round up here.

Wow! This book had me from the very beginning. I loved the intrigue, twists and turns and adventure; but I especially loved the interactions back and forth between Theresa and Blane. I loved how the author weaved Christianity into the story without hitting the reader over the head, but it was a central message throughout the book. It was done remarkably well. It's a great book for those seeking to know more about Christ but also a great book for believers to remember we can share our faith through actions and words; it's a combination of living out the lifestyle and speaking freely about Him as well.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Netgalley and was under no obligation to post a review.

Wonderfully written suspense full of action, unexpected events, faith, and relationship issues. Canyon of Deceit held my attention and kept me turning pages. Highly recommend.

Therese is a wilderness search and rescue expert. When she gets a call from an old professor desperate for her help to find his kidnapped daughter, she feels compelled to act. Wisely she takes a partner along with her in the investigation, a Texas Ranger she's worked with before, Blane. Together they seek to locate the girl and try to get a grip on what's true and what's being concealed. As old cases intersect and other Russian forces become involved, the risks they face in getting her back build up.

This story unfolded in unexpected ways. I had a hunch, but it really only became clear at the end. I think you'll enjoy this novel!

*Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the ARC and the opportunity to post an honest review!

This book kept me on the edge of my seat the entire time. I was drawn in from the first page and it kept me guessing.
I loved these characters and the issues they encountered that brought out their true character.

I highly recommend this book.

I absolutely love Diann Mills and her storytelling. I’ve read her for years and she never loses her touch. Canyon of Deceit was amazing. I couldn’t put it down. What do you get when you pair a wilderness survival expert and a Texas Ranger? Another story from Diann Mills that will blow you away.

I received an advanced reader’s copy from Tyndale and Netgalley. All opinions are my own.

"Canyon of Deceit" is a Christian romantic suspense. There was plenty of suspense due to physical danger, both from the wilderness landscape they were searching and from the bad guys. The man who asked for Therese's help in saving his kidnapped daughter was clearly withholding information, but she felt responsible for her sister's death and so was willing to risk her life to save the young girl. She asked Blane to come with her as backup.

As this is an Advanced Reader Copy, some of these issues may be cleared up in the final version. However, I sometimes had trouble following the wilderness descriptions. For example, Therese returned to the trail head, yet she was obviously still off trail, out in the middle of nowhere. Neither Therese or Blane talked normally. When Therese learned that a serial killer who wanted to torture and kill her was after her, she responded with: "fear rises like the sun and binds me to take precautions." Or "No respect for human life continues to play out" or "Questions pelt me like someone throwing stones" or the thought "The men who'd bled and died placed my caution on high alert." These things kept me from getting immersed in the story.

The main characters also did illogical things. They were trying to sneak around behind the bad guys, had to camp, and deliberately made a fire that would be visible to the enemy. Later, Blane waited until nightfall before making his smoke signal, which somehow was seen only by the good guys. Blane had a severe concussion and an badly injured arm, but as soon as he visited a hospital, he was back to driving and gun fights. I wish hospital visits were so miraculous.

Blane's friend has talked with him about God, and he discovered Therese also believed despite the bad things that have happened in her life. When badly injured in the wilderness, he seriously considered what they'd told him about God. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this twisty suspense.

Once again, DiAnn Mills does not disappoint. By the way she tells a story, you can tell that she has researched the topic beyond measure. The twists and turns will keep you turning the pages. DiAnn continues to come up with unique story lines to keep her readers engaged. The characters are relatable and the story line believable.

I enjoyed this book but at times I just wanted to yell at Therese and Blane because of the stupid things they were doing. This was a Christian mystery with a little romance.

Another interesting read from DiAnn Mills. A fast paced mystery/thriler which fans of Mills will enjoy. I enjoyed the faith aspect of the novel, it intertwined nicely with the story. may biggest complaint would be that the story is written in first person but it switches bestrewn the two main characters. At times was hard tp recognize which POV we were in, and this distracted from the storyline. Some of the story felt very predictable. But it was a good read.

This story contains so many plot twists as well as romance, villains, and even the Texas Rangers. DiAnn Mills writes a gripping narrative centered on protagonists struggling with their past, which adds depth to the story and more layers to these characters. I liked the fact that the heroine, Therese, was a woman with a background in survival skills and one who spoke about her faith. This makes her a solid character who has a strong faith in God, and this really made me like the character even more with it being relatable. Overall a really great book, and I was impressed with how much I enjoyed it.

CANYON OF DECEIT by DIANN MILLS is a thrilling romantic suspense novel with unforgettable characters and a strong Christian message of the power of prayer and the trustworthiness of Father God.
Therese Palmer and Blane Garcner’s specialist skills complement one another as they go into the Guadalupe Mountains to find eight year old Alina Rurik who has been kidnapped by ruthless men. The Russian mob is involved and the hunt becomes more and more dangerous, especially as Therese and Blane and Blane’s superior officer in the Texas Rangers, feel that they have not been told the full truth. Time is running out, and how many more people will die before the truth is revealed?!…….
As they work together, Therese and Blane open up to one another about their past lives. Here we see their need to forgive themselves, and even, especially in Blane’s case, to forgive God…..
I cannot recommend this exciting and inspirational read highly enough.
I was given a free copy of the book by NetGalley from Tyndale House Publishers. The opinions in this review are completely my own.

A story of twists and turns, mystery, romance, villains and Texas Rangers. Mills provides a suspenseful story involving lead characters with issues from their past which adds layers to the story. The characters were well written, with lots being thrown at them due to the character who started them on the quest parceling out truth.

I liked the fact that the heroine was a woman with a background in survival skills. This made her a solid character who has a strong faith in God. This faith is incorporated at many point in the story and she shares her faith with others.

I receive complimentary books for various sources, including Netgalley, Authors, and other such sources. I am not required to write a positive review and have not received compensation.

“Hope is a reason to live when the world erupts into madness.”

The hero and heroine of this 5-star romantic suspense team up and head to Guadalupe Mountains National Park on a search-and-rescue mission for a young girl who’s been kidnapped.

Therese Palmer and Blane Gardner complement each other with their unique skills, values, and experience; Therese as a wilderness survival expert and Blane as a Texas Ranger. Although they share the common goal of stopping the antagonists, Russian organized crime, Therese shows that she doesn’t need her Texas Ranger to be her knight in shining armour. Likewise, Blane doesn’t need a damsel in distress. Furthermore, Therese knows what she’s looking for in a relationship and doesn’t compromise, despite Blane’s appeal. I always love a heroine who stands courageously for her beliefs, knows where her strength lies, sets aside distractions, and as a first line of action, chooses faith-based problem-solving.

I was reminded (1) how difficult it is for anyone to help us if we’re not willing to tell the whole truth, (2) how related but how very distinct sympathy and empathy are, and (3) the importance of being armed with the ammo of faith instead of a sliver of doubt.

“Tragedies don’t define us unless we give them permission.”

Agreed? If so, and you love a twisty and perfectly paced Christian romantic suspense featuring professionals who struggle with their faith as they put their lives on the line for others, you’ll want this one on your reading list ASAP.

I was gifted this copy by Tyndale House Publishers and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review.

High-octane, fast-paced, and danger-laden.
There’s no escape in this continuous action novel. Mills rocks the scenes with her treacherous mountain climbing scenes and purpose-driven search for an abducted child.
Therese Palmer, a wilderness survival specialist, receives a request to track kidnappers under the radar of authorities through the mountainous terrain of the Guadalupe Mountains in New Mexico in search of an abducted child. Needing the expertise of someone with crisis negotiation experience and expert use of a firearm who could handle the wilderness, she reaches out to Texas Ranger Captain Blane Gardner.
Blane balks at the idea of them going alone through the dense forest but finally agrees to accompany her. Only he has rules of his own. Therese won’t back down despite the attacks. Losing her younger sister is the driving force that presses her forward into unthinkable dangers in search of the missing child.

A page turning novel with deep twist in the plot. A huge reminder of God's grace and His answers to our prayers. Many deep thoughts about the story.