Review: Where Secrets Lie (Deception In The Mountains Book 1) by Rebecca Lake

ABOUT THE BOOK
Some secrets refuse to stay buried...

Anna Stanten thought she'd left her past behind when she fled to Texas after her mother's death. But a haunting phone call shatters her new life, luring her back to Idaho with promises of long-buried truths. As she delves into a labyrinth of family secrets, Anna finds herself face-to-face with Wyatt Stone, the first love she'd all but forgotten. Can she trust him with her heart as she unravels the web of lies surrounding her family?

Confronted by the enigmatic figure of her great-uncle Atticus and pursued by an unseen threat, Anna must summon the courage to face the darkness of her family's history. With each revelation, she steps further out of her mother's shadow and into her own strength. But as the secrets pile up and the danger mounts, Anna realizes that uncovering the truth might cost her everything – including her life.

From the pen of Rebecca Lake comes a gripping tale of suspense and sweet romance that will keep you turning pages long into the night. "Where Secrets Lie" is more than just a mystery – it's a journey of self-discovery, forgiveness, and the power of love to light even the darkest corners of our past.

Unearth the secrets alongside Anna. Will you dare to venture into the shadows where truth and danger intertwine?

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MY THOUGHTS

This debut novel held my attention from beginning to end. I was invested in the characters’ lives and intrigued by the mystery. When I’d have to set this book aside to tend to real-life things, I couldn’t stop wondering what was going to happen next.

This featured a slow-building mystery where the tension and danger grew the further into the story it got. It kept me guessing. And while I did eventually figure out one thing, another twist threw me for a loop. I sure didn’t see that coming.

I will say that there were a few moments where some suspension of belief was needed and some things seemed to fall into place a little too easily, but, overall, this was an enjoyable read that has me looking forward to the next one.

I received a copy of this book and voluntarily reviewed it. All thoughts and comments are my honest opinion.

3.5 STARS