Deadly Christmas Pretense by Dana Mentink – Book Review, Preview

Have you ever played the “would you rather” game? You know, “would you rather this or this?” with each choice being equally appalling.

I have often considered that the one sense I would be most loath to lose is my eyesight. While I’m not afraid that I wouldn’t be able to get around, the idea of not being able to read is slightly terrifying!

Yet I’ve also considered how much I value my hearing. Mine is fairly acute and I appreciate being able to detect who is talking on the other side of the cubicle wall at work or to hear someone walking up behind me. Or the sound of laughter or birds singing.

Each sense God has given us is a blessing and a pleasure. I would hate to lose any of them at all!

I believe it is so important for us not to focus on things like this anyway. After all, which of you by worrying can ensure you won’t lose your sense of taste (to paraphrase Jesus)?

Seek the Kingdom of God above all else, and he will give you everything you need. So don’t be afraid, little flock. For it gives your Father great happiness to give you the Kingdom.

Luke 12:31-32

Deadly Christmas Pretense

by Dana Mentink

Series: Roughwater Ranch Cowboys #2
Published by Love Inspired Suspense
Publication Date November 1, 2019
Genres: Christian Fiction, Suspense, Mystery, Western, Clean Romance
Setting: California Contemporary
Main Character Ages: 25-34
Written for: Adults
Pages: 224

I would like to thank Celebrate Lit for giving me this copy of the book. This gift did not influence my opinion or review.

Also in this series: Danger on the Ranch, Cold Case Connection

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Oh, Liam is such a great wounded hero! His story is pretty amazing and “hero” is such a feeble attempt to describe this valiant man who took on responsibility far beyond his years when he was just a young boy. You may remember him from Danger on the Ranch. He is the former Green Beret who was losing his hearing. His courage and fears warred for victory over him as he began to fall in love with Maggie. I loved seeing him hold on to his faith despite his struggles.

Despite being a fraternal, not identical, twin, Maggie was able to pretend to be her sister Tammy. Though much to her detriment and danger to her life! Maggie was more serious and cautious than her sister. She was fiercely protective and was willing to step way outside her comfort zone to make sure Tammy remained safe.

Deadly Christmas Pretense was packed with action as Maggie and Liam worked together to rescue Tammy and clear her name.

Jingles, the dog Liam’s sister got for him, was so much fun! The candy cane dilemma at the parade was cute, and the solution surprised me. I especially liked the way Liam’s opinion of the four-legged escape artist evolved throughout the story and that Jingles got to play the hero himself.

If you enjoy romantic suspense, don’t miss Deadly Christmas Pretense. As with all the stories I’ve read by Dana Mentink, the characters grow in their faith through deep issues, it is sweetly romantic, and has just the right touch of humor.

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