Special 99¢ pre-order price!Unlike her relatives, who either joined the lucrative jewelry business or became thieves, rookie cop Ava Davis chose public service. Sent undercover on her first assignment to catch a notorious thief expected at the hotel in Christmas Tyme, Colorado, Ava intends to prove the police didn’t make a mistake by hiring her. With her family history looming over her, she … her, she doesn’t have time to reconnect with her childhood friend and first crush, Gabriel Lark.
After being wrongfully accused, former cop Gabriel wants nothing to do with the police and longs for restful holidays. But when a series of thefts at the hotel threaten his new livelihood, he needs Ava’s help to find the thief. Once deceived, can he trust her?
Then an extravagant hotel guest is murdered, her jewels missing, and Ava is attacked… Can Ava and Gabriel solve their issues-and the mystery-before Christmas? And all before something from Gabriel’s past can destroy his and Ava’s future…
THE 12 MYSTERIES OF CHRISTMAS series:
o IN THE NICK OF TIME by Susette Williams
o GABRIEL’S SECRET by Alexa Verde
o GUARDING CANDY KANE by V.B. Tenery
o MURDER: UP ON THE ROOFTOP by Tina Dee
o JOY IN JEOPARDY by Lynette Sowell
o HOLLY IN HIDING by P. Creeden
o STARR WITNESS by Susette Williams
o NOELLE ON THE RUN by Alexa Verde
o GOLDEN BELLES ARE WRINGING by Gina Conroy
o DEATH BY FIGGY PUDDING by Tina Dee
o DANGER FOR GLORIA by Lynette Sowell
o MERRY WITHOUT MALICE by P. Creeden
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Gabriel’s Secret is an engaging mystery that keeps you wondering WHO DONE IT? I felt like I had wondered into a Agatha Christie and kept expecting Miss Marple or Poirot to step into the room with Tommy and Tuppence – err… Gabriel and Ava.;-) The difference between Gabriel and Avas’ mystery and one with Tommy and Tuppence is the personal encouragement – wherever you are – in your Christian walk. I could totally relate to both Gabriel and Ava. I think that we have all had times when we’ve been the Spiritual encourager or when we have needed Spiritual encouragement. And on top of an awesome mystery, some great Spiritual encouragement is a beautifully sweet romance between two childhood friends. *Happy Sigh… What more could you possible ask for in a book? Someone to serve you tea? Lol!
Ava works with the police now, but she has a past and family history as a thief.
After many years, Ava meets Gabriel and they work together to solve a thief case.
nice book, with suspance, strange people.
I really liked this story of Gabriel and Ava. The characters were great and the book was full of mystery and excitement. This is a great book to read during the holidays or any time. I recommend it.
I received a digital copy of this book from the author and was not required to write a positive review.
When good friends Ava and Gabriel meet again after a long absence, new feelings start to grow. But mystery, murder and getting shot at can hinder any couple! A wonderful story to read and lots of action. I highly recommend this book. (I received a free copy from the author, but this review is totally my own opinion.)
I so enjoyed how fun this story is! I love Ava and Gabriel’s past friendship, and they have the best time working to solve a mystery while getting to know one another again after years apart. The banter between them is laugh out loud funny, and the mystery plot is fantastic!
What a fun story! Lots of banter between the two main characters will have you chuckling. But that’s not all. The mystery is intriguing as you try to figure out “who done it”. I was reading as fast as I could.
I’ll admit some of the names are a bit quirky, but once you get to know the characters you’ll see why. They were warm, friendly, honest, confused, bold, and scared. Yes, everything a real person would be and you’ll love them as they work through some issues.
As for the town of Christmas Tyme, I’m ready to go visit. It sounds like my kind of place. I love all things Christmas, and Gabriel’s Secret didn’t disappoint me.
I received a complimentary copy of this book but was not required to leave a review. All thoughts are my own.
When Ava shows up at the hotel where Gabriel works,they know that the feelings they had for each other is still there. Watching these two try to work together and trying to hide their feelings will have you on the edge of your seat waiting to see what happens next. The way these two work together to solve the crimes is totally amazing. You will feel God working throughout this whole story. I had the honor to review this book for the author for a honest review. I would give this book a higher rating than a five star review if I could.