Dinah Harris Series – Julia Cave

Genre: Christian Fiction/Mystery

Synopsis:

Deadly Disclosures: Thomas Whitfield, proud Secretary of the Smithsonian and its extensive scientific influence, has disappeared from his office with foul play suspected. Dinah Harris, an FBI agent struggling with alcohol and depression, is seeking answers amidst the fallout of her own personal issues. Will Dinah be able to experience the redemptive power of Christ before it’s too late? Or will the ominous danger stalking her investigation claim another victim?

The Shadowed Mind: Dinah Harris is now facing a daily battle to keep her sobriety while struggling to form a new career from the ashes of her former job as an FBI agnet. From the shadows will emerge a cunning and terrifying killer, who carefully and methodically will decide whose life has value to society and whose does not.

Pieces of Light: Detective Dinah Harris hunts down a serial bomber targeting religious icons and buildings. The bomber is on a mission to rid the city of religion and establish a ‘new world order’. Can someone so intent on ridding the world of God experience redemption? What lies behind his hatred of God? Will his darkened soul search for pieces of light?

My thoughts:

Dinah Harris is everything you’d expect from an FBI Agent. Smart as a whip, spunky, and well, that’s just a facade. Due to the loss of some dear loved ones, she struggles with depression and is on the verge of ending it all. She’s pulled from active duty because her alcohol consumption interfered with her job, but when the secretary of the Smithsonian is murdered, they have no choice but to bring her back. Basically, a secret organization favoring the theory of Evolution is trying to ensure that Creation is squelched.

After her conversion, she starts her own consulting firm, but as a recovering alcoholic, she’s on the brink of relapse. She is recruited to help decipher a serial killer’s messages on a race to capture him before he claims his next victim.

The series ends with a serial bomber whose agenda is to blow up churches.

Due to the controversial content discussed in the series, I would advise parental guidance. Very well-written, edgy, and it would definitely appeal to those who like to debate apologetics.

I grew up reading books from authors like James Patterson, Mary Higgins Clark, and others, but I stopped because I got squeamish. As a result, I don’t read this genre very often, though it was a welcome break from the usual!

From January 15th – 31st, you can get your copy of Deadly Disclosures at a promotional rate of .99 cents! This includes digital copies available for the Kindle, Nook, and iPad. To get your copy at this special price visit any of these fine retailers:
Amazon (Kindle)
Barnes & Noble (Nook)
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Answers in Genesis Bookstore (any of the above!)

Remember, this promotion will last January 15-31 only, so make sure to act fast!”

If you’re not completely sure, read Chapter One of the first book in the series on Julia Cave’s site!

Disclosure: I was sent the Dinah Harris Series in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.