PAULA'S REVIEW:
Clever plotting and a diabolical villain makes this quite the intriguing story.
Escape room expert Liam is searching for his twin sister Alexis whose last known whereabouts is Silver Falls. Demi, who lives there, is also searching for someone: her dad who disappeared 20 years earlier and who she is unwilling to accept has died. Her journey leads to some inward reflection about her faith.
Liam and Demi end up in a whole mansion of escape rooms which at times reminded me of Indiana Jones. It certainly put them to the test with many intricate puzzles. It also tested their faith.
This author is not shy about presenting the Gospel in clear language through her characters. It was very well done and was integral to the plot. The characters were flawed but come across as human and willing to fight for what they believe in and also to put others first.
Come for the challenging puzzles, stay to see if romance plays a part. I didn’t want to put this fascinating story down.
*A complimentary copy of this book was provided by the publisher on behalf of the author. I was not required to post a favorable review. All opinions are mine alone. *5 stars and a strong faith thread.
BackCover Blurb:
Twenty years ago, the world’s leading enigmatologist disappeared, leaving behind a cipher no one could solve… not without his journal.
Puzzle shop owner Demi Kayne has spent twenty years hoping her father would return home. When she discovers his hidden journal, she finally uncovers the clue she’s been waiting for—but it leads somewhere far more dangerous than she imagined.
Liam Shepherd, a missionary and escape-room enthusiast, is searching for answers of his own. His sister has vanished without a trace, and the trail of clues leads him straight to Demi—and the secrets hidden in her father’s journal.
Their search brings them to the eerie Ives Mansion, where its brilliant and reclusive owner has designed a deadly challenge. Once inside, Demi and Liam realize they’re no longer guests.
They’re players.
Trapped inside a twisted real-life mystery game, they must solve a series of lethal riddles before time runs out. Each puzzle brings them closer to the truth about Demi’s missing father and Liam’s sister —but also deeper into a carefully crafted game where the stakes are far higher than they're ready to face.
With the clock ticking and lives hanging in the balance, Demi and Liam must confront their fears, their pasts, and the faith that may be their only hope of escape.
In this gripping Christian suspense novel, every clue matters—and every mistake could be fatal.
Can Demi and Liam solve the final puzzle before the game ends…or will the escape room become their tomb?
Perfect for fans of Lynette Eason, Dani Pettrey, and Irene Hannon who enjoy puzzle-driven Christian suspense filled with danger, secrets, and faith under fire.
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