Romantic Suspense Book Review: Echoes Among the Stones
About the Book
Title: Echoes Among
the Stones
Author: Jaime Jo
Wright
Genre: Romantic
Suspense
Publisher: Bethany
House Publishers
Release Date:
December 3, 2019
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Publisher's Description
“After Aggie
Dunkirk's career is unceremoniously ended by her own mistakes, she finds
herself traveling to Wisconsin, where her grandmother, Mumsie, lives alone in
her rambling old home. She didn't plan for how eccentric Mumsie has become,
obsessing over an old, unsolved crime scene--even going so far as to re-create
it in the dollhouse.
Mystery seems to follow her when she finds work as a secretary helping to restore the flooded historical part of the cemetery. Forced to work with the cemetery's puzzling, yet attractive archeologist, she exhumes the past's secrets and unwittingly uncovers a crime that some will go to any length to keep quiet--even if it means silencing Aggie.
In 1946, Imogene Grayson works in a local factory and has eyes on owning her own beauty salon. But coming home to discover her younger sister's body in the attic changes everything. Unfamiliar with the newly burgeoning world of criminal forensics and not particularly welcomed as a woman, Imogene is nonetheless determined to stay involved. As her sister's case grows cold, Imogene vows to find justice . . . even if it costs her everything.”
Mystery seems to follow her when she finds work as a secretary helping to restore the flooded historical part of the cemetery. Forced to work with the cemetery's puzzling, yet attractive archeologist, she exhumes the past's secrets and unwittingly uncovers a crime that some will go to any length to keep quiet--even if it means silencing Aggie.
In 1946, Imogene Grayson works in a local factory and has eyes on owning her own beauty salon. But coming home to discover her younger sister's body in the attic changes everything. Unfamiliar with the newly burgeoning world of criminal forensics and not particularly welcomed as a woman, Imogene is nonetheless determined to stay involved. As her sister's case grows cold, Imogene vows to find justice . . . even if it costs her everything.”
My Review
Echoes Among the Stones, by Jaime Jo
Wright, is a gripping, time-slip novel that skillfully intertwines mysterious
events of the past with puzzling events of the present to create a unique story
that is eerily chilling and absolutely captivating. With undeniable talent and
imagination, Ms. Wright has crafted a novel that is simply impossible to put
down. Pulse-quickening scenes, ominous settings, and enigmatic characters
ensure that this book is thoroughly intriguing and utterly entertaining.
Whether set in an old farmhouse, a
cold attic room, or a flooded corner of the town cemetery, the scenes in this
book unfurl with a contemplative precision that is emotionally stirring and
cleverly appealing. With excellent pacing throughout the novel, important facts
and details are thoughtfully uncovered, revealing the truth behind the
secretive and disturbing events the characters encounter. The quest to make
sense of the unsettling and frightening circumstances makes for an extremely
riveting reading experience.
This novel also abounds with
purposeful themes that uplift and encourage. When presented with alarming
truths and baffling secrets, the characters possess a spirit of perseverance
and strength that is remarkably inspiring. As they struggle with fear, loss,
and insecurities, the characters manage to grasp meaning and pursue hope. No
matter what secrets are revealed or what facts are discovered, the characters
learn to open their hearts to the healing power of faith, forgiveness, and
family.
With terrific talent and careful
attention to detail, Ms. Wright has fashioned an unforgettable novel. Echoes Among
the Stones is an incredibly fascinating story from beginning to end. The
absorbing mystery, meaningful themes, and thrilling suspense are intensely
satisfying. It is a well-written, engaging, and relevant novel, and I recommend
it wholeheartedly.
About the Author: Jaime Jo Wright
“Daphne du Maurier
and Christy Award-Winning author, Jaime Jo Wright resides in the hills of
Wisconsin writing suspenseful mysteries stained with history's secrets. Jaime
lives in dreamland, exists in reality, and invites you to join her adventures
at her website.” –Biography from Jaime Jo Wright’s author page on
Amazon.com.
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