Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld in this engrossing new novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble. Strands of Harper Taylor’s childhood are resurfacing—but will the truth save her . . . or pull her under? Harper Taylor is used to being alone— after all, she grew up in one foster home after another. Oliver Jackson finally took her under his wing when she was a runaway … another. Oliver Jackson finally took her under his wing when she was a runaway teenager, and now Harper pours her marine biology knowledge into Oliver’s pen shell research. But she’s never stopped wishing for a family of her own.
So when a DNA test reveals a half-sister living just two hours away, Harper is both hopeful and nervous. Over warm cinnamon rolls, Harper and Annabelle find striking similarities in their stories. Is it just a coincidence that both their mothers died tragically, without revealing Harper and Annabelle’s father’s name?
Oliver’s son Ridge still sees Harper as a troubled teen even all these years later. But when Oliver is attacked, Ridge and Harper find themselves working together to uncover dangerous secrets that threaten to destroy them all. They must unravel her past before they can have any hope for the future.
Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld in this engrossing new novel from USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble.
“Free-dive into a romantic suspense that will leave you breathless and craving for more.” –DiAnn Mills, bestselling author
“As always, Colleen Coble never disappoints. Strands of Truth is no exception. I was hooked from the first page. Trying to read this story slowly is impossible. Don’t be surprised when you find yourself flipping the pages in a hurry to find out what happens next! This one is for your keeper shelf.” –Lynette Eason, bestselling, award-winning author of the Blue Justice Series
“Colleen Coble’s latest book, Strands of Truth, grips you on page one with a heart-pounding opening and doesn’t let go until the last satisfying word. I love her skill in pulling the reader in with believable, likable characters, interesting locations, and a mystery just waiting to be untangled. Highly recommended.” –Carrie Stuart Parks, bestselling author of Formula of Deception
“Once again, Colleen Coble delivers an intriguing, suspenseful tale in Strands of Truth. The mystery and tension mount toward an explosive and satisfying finish. Well done.” –Creston Mapes, bestselling author
“Just when I think Colleen Coble’s stories can’t get any better, she proves me wrong. In Strands of Truth, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. The characterization of Ridge and Harper and their relationship pulled me immediately into the story. Fast paced, with so many unexpected twists and turns, I read this book in one sitting. Coble has pushed the bar higher than I’d imagined. This book is one not to be missed.” –Robin Caroll, best-selling author of the Darkwater Inn series
“It’s in her blood! Colleen Coble once again shows her suspense prowess with a thriller as intricate and beautiful as a strand of DNA. Strands of Truth dives into an unusual profession involving mollusks and shell beds that weaves a unique, silky thread throughout the story. So fascinating I couldn’t stop reading!” –Ronie Kendig, bestselling author of The Tox Files
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Strands of Truth is a page turning, can’t put down, can’t wait to see what happens next kind of read. It is fast-paced action mystery at its best. Well developed, believable characters live out a story full of twists and turns as they learn to forgive and trust in God and each other. I highly recommend this book!
Just when I think Colleen Coble’s stories can’t get any better, she proves me wrong. In Strands of Truth, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. The characterization of Ridge and Harper and their relationship pulled me immediately into the story. Fast-paced, with so many unexpected twists and turns, I read this book in one sitting. Coble has pushed the bar higher than I’d imagined. This book is one not to be missed.
Once again, Colleen Coble delivers an intriguing, suspenseful tale in Strands of Truth. The mystery and tension mount toward an explosive and satisfying finish. Well done.
Colleen Coble’s latest book, Strands of Truth, grips you on page one with a heart-pounding opening and doesn’t let go until the last satisfying word. I love her skill in pulling the reader in with believable, likable characters, interesting locations, and a mystery just waiting to be untangled. Highly recommended.
Free-dive into a romantic suspense that will leave you breathless and craving for more.
Strands of Truth is another thrilling winner from author Colleen Coble. Having read a few other books by Coble, I was looking forward to reading this one and was not disappointed. Romance and suspense are a hard combination to beat. There is lots of action with some twists and turns in this multi-layered story where past murders are connected to the present dangers. It was hard to put the book down. Who would think that doing a DNA test could lead to danger and even death? Harper longed for a family–to be where someone loved her no matter what. Ridge doesn’t quite trust Harper and yet knows she needs his help. Would they find who was targeting her before it was too late? And would they perhaps find love too? Strong characters, a fast-moving plot that kept me guessing to the end and a sweet romance all come together to make this a book readers who love romantic suspense stories will not want to miss.
I received a complimentary copy of this book via CelebrateLit. A favorable review was not required and opinions are my own. This review is part of a CelebrateLit blog tour.
My thoughts on Strands of Truth:
Strands of Truth will keep you on the edge of your seat! Such an amazing read that I cannot recommend to everyone enough! Get it now!
Wow. This book is so suspenseful. You don’t know what is going to happen next. It just keeps moving along at a fast clip and you’re along for the ride. Don’t read when you’re home alone on a dark and stormy night or you might just find yourself jumping at every noise and lightning strike.
I’ve long been a fan of Colleen Coble and knew that I would love this book. Her writing just captivates you and holds you in a spell so that you can’t get away from it.
This one is the same. I could not have even begun to figure out what was going on at the beginning but I had it figured out by the time the ending came. Such an intense mystery that is full of suspense and nail-biting.
I loved watching the two main characters come to a place where they could actually get over their differences and be understanding of each other. Maybe they’ll even become close? I also watched seeing relationships unfold and how showing understanding and kindness can change people. Such good lessons within this suspense book!
Definitely, one I recommend and would read again myself. You feel sorry for and want to bring justice down upon certain people at the same time. Get your copy today. You won’t regret reading this book!
I have voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from Celebrate Lit. All views expressed are only my honest opinion. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC regulations.
This is a fantastic romantic suspense novel. I loved the twists and turns throughout the book. I really enjoyed learning a little bit about the marine animals and mollusks and the sea silk. It is so interesting to see what uses DNA testing can have in this world. Sad to know it can be used for evil as well as for good. I loved the characters and the use of going back to the past to learn about some of the story. I received a copy of this book from Celebratelit for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will.
I know I can always depend on a book by Colleen Coble to keep me reading well into the night and Strands of Truth was no exception. Her unique approach to DNA and family ancestry testing made me rethink my desire to have mine tested. I always thought it would be interesting to find out more about my ancestry but this novel offers a whole new twist of what could happen if the wrong relatives learned of your existence.
The heroine, Harper Taylor never knew her mother or father and grew up in foster homes where she always longed for a family. When she discovers a half-sister through DNA testing, both of them beyond excited to get to know each other. However a number of attempts to abduct both women as well as attacks on a man close to Harper send them on a mission to discover the truth behind them.
I enjoyed every minute of this suspense packed novel that contained one unexpected twist after another. I had a pretty good idea of the person behind everything before the end but the motives came as a total surprise. Strands of Truth is a riveting novel featuring complicated relationships as well as great suspense. It also didn’t hurt that the development of a romance was included.
I voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book provided by Celebrate Lit. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.
Strands of truth
Someone is after Harper and Annabelle. The story is full of suspense of who is after them. Of course, we don’t know who it is until the very end.
It all goes back to the past to do with their mother’s. Both their mothers die tragically. Harper and Annabelle just recently find each other.
The book is full of suspense, and mystery. I never did figure out what who was doing it out. The author did a good job in keeping me in suspense.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher through Celebrate Lit. This review is my my own opinion.
Two deaths from the previous generation are tied to murder attempts in present day. All because of a DNA test?
In Strands of Truth, Colleen Coble proves why she is a leader in the romantic suspense genre. This book is filled with twists, turns, unanswered questions, and some plot points new and unique.
Add into that the strained relationship between Ridge and Harper, Harper’s longing for family, and several hands involved in solving the case, and I didn’t want to put the book down.
This is a story about the lengths people go to in desperation (even Harper to an extent). It’s about the family we know and wish we didn’t, the family we wish we had the chance to know but never did, and the family we create around us.
Coble’s books get better with each release, and this one is no exception.
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Suspense! Tragedy! Loneliness! Love! I had to keep turning another page! Harper Taylor has never known anything about her father. Her mother died when she was an infant and she was raised by her drug addict grandmother until she was placed in foster care. Harper does DNA testing in hopes of finding some relative but then strange events start happening! You will root for Harper to find a relative to love her! Ridge has never trusted Harper even though his father is her mentor and business partner. Now Ridge questions why he has had such negative feelings towards Harper. I loved Strands of Truth! It is another winner by Colleen Coble! I recommend this book to others. I received a complimentary e-book through NetGalley. This is my honest opinion.
Strands of Truth is a story about Harper Taylor, a young woman who grew up in the foster care system after her mother died in a mysterious car accident. Harper has always longed for family connection, having never known either of her parents, and has had a DNA test done to try to find family members, maybe even her father. Her search seems to be the starting point for a series of attacks. When Oliver, her mentor, business partner, and father-figure, is involved in an attack, his son, Ridge, gets involved. Ridge has always disliked Harper, believing that she uses his father for his money, but working together to unravel this mystery shows him a different side of Harper, one that begins to change his mind about her.
I enjoyed Strands of Truth. I’ve read all of Colleen Coble’s books, and I like how she ties in something as currently popular as DNA testing in this one, and not just the potential that it has to help people connect, but the potential it may have to lead to hurt (in a rather dark and twisted way). In that way, it was a unique and original story line. And as always, I appreciate that I can count on her writing to be clean and to have some focus on Christian values, particularly trust, forgiveness, and grace in this book. Her characters were easy to like and to relate to, and over all, I thought Strands of Truth was a good read.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.
The author does a great job of writing intriguing stories that have you guessing till the end. Harper is a complex character and at times I wasn’t sure if she would ever be happy. It was very hard for her growing up and her desire to be part of a family has always be high on her list. In a strange twist Harper discovers some background about her mother and possible half sister.
I loved when the story went back to the late 1960’s and highlighted Judy and her time as a mermaid. I do remember watching shows where you saw young women swimming in this large tank looking like mermaids. A lot of the time it was at restaurants or special attractions. Judy’s death may not be as innocent as it was played up to be all those years ago. I really wanted to stay in this period a bit longer because it fascinated me how these women were in the water for long periods of time.
There were times when I wasn’t sure if Ridge and Harper would ever get along. After all, Ridge’s dad took Harper under his wing and thought of her as a daughter. As Ridge and Harper start digging deeper into Harper’s past, danger finds them. Unexplained deaths start happening and someone is out to stop Harper. What secret would cause someone to kill? Harper does have a hard time trusting people which dampens her friendship with Ridge. When Harper reveals something to Ridge, it shakes him to the core. I was just as shocked as him. There is a part towards the end of the story that I didn’t like at all. It has to do with Harper and the person who kidnaps her. What he says to her was distasteful and I wish the author would not have included it at all. The rest of the story is fast paced and has a great ending.
The secret that Harper shares with Ridge makes for a great lesson in forgiveness and the need to feel wanted. Rejection is something that Harper has dealt with all her life. Will Ridge be able to accept her confession? I loved when Ridge said to Harper; ” The right time for the truth is every minute of every day.” Those are profound words that we should be practicing every day.
The story is a wonderful journey to finding truth, depending on God and learning to trust. The ending is excellent and it answers all questions posed during the book. I was quite surprised at who the killer was. It deals with DNA testing that I find interesting. I have often thought about doing a test to find out about my heritage.
I received a copy of this book from Celebrate Lit. The review is my own opinion.
Harper Taylor never knew her mother or father. After her grandmother passes away she feels more alone then ever. She takes a DNA test to see if she can discover more about her family. The results show a half sister she never knew. When strange things start happening to both of them after meeting, they need to discover the connection! Is it Harper’s work or digging into her past that’s putting people in danger?
Colleen Coble is a master storyteller who creates endearing characters, who face tragedy and betrayal but find redemption through God’s grace. You will be hooked from page one as you read this engrossing tale of a woman who had lost her parents and was raised in foster homes. She always felt so alone without any one she could claim kin to. How through DNA she located a half sister. Then the twist and turns begin…….Is someone trying to kill her and her benefactor? Also her half sister? Is it possible her parents were also murdered? Why is all this happening now since she has finally found someone of her own blood? Coble has written a spellbinder that will keep you reading on to see how all of this great suspense plays out. What a book……..I received a complimentary ARC from Thomas Nelson Publishing through NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions written in this review are mine.
WOW, what a great read!! This is a very well written book that grabs you on the first page and doesn’t let go. It has action, drama, suspense and romance. This book will keep you turning the pages because you just have to know what happens next. I highly recommend this to anyone who likes a good clean book that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Thank you Thomas Nelson–FICTION via NetGalley for the ARC copy of this book. All opinions expressed are my own.
I found this book to be a page turner, there seems to be non-stop action, and you may think whom the perpetrator is but, then you quickly change your mind, but who is after these women?
The author gives us a roller coaster of emotions here, as humans we tend to cling to our families, but to have none, such a hard thing.
Today’s modern technology gives many new hopes to find their roots, and part of this book is what happens when we find those we are related to.
I didn’t figure this one out ahead of time, so was surprised how everything turned out. I just wish I could continue on in the lives of these characters!
I received this book through Net Galley and the Publisher Thomas Nelson, and was not required to give a positive review.
Search for family leads to danger …Although Oliver is a wonderful mentor, Harper never feels accepted by his family. When Harper finds her half-sister through a DNA sister, Harper is happy to connect with her sister. They quickly learn that both of their mothers were murdered and now they are in danger. When Ridge discovers that his father Oliver has given him a mollusk lab with Harper as his partner, he is initially dismayed since he always thought that Harper was using his father. As Ridge tries to protect Harper from danger, he starts to believe that his impression of Harper is wrong. I received a free copy of this book from the publisher. This is my honest and voluntarily given review. This is a well written Christian romantic suspense mystery. This book hooked me from the start and kept me guessing on why the sisters are in danger. I was also wanted to see Ridge’s reaction to a choice of Harper’s. I really enjoyed this read
Strands of Truth by gifted wordsmith Colleen Coble is a magnificent Contemporary Christian fiction. I began reading it and was completely whisked away into a world of mystery, adventure, and suspense.
This is the spellbinding tale of Harper. Through DNA testing she found out she has a half-sister, Annabelle. They live fairly close to each other. Both of their mothers died rather tragically and the girls do not know the name of their father. The mystery only escalates with danger and romance in this captivating story.
Author Coble has a writing style that starts starts strong and just keeps growing. I was captured within the first few pages of reading. My attention held all the way until the end. The plot has surprises with twists and turns that kept me on my toes. It was a breathtaking read.
The characters are realistic and so lifelike that they felt like people I knew. Details were given and I learned information on a subject that I never knew. I enjoyed learning about pen shells, mollusks, and oysters as well as the ocean. The author did a flawless job with her research. This is a well planned, researched, and extremely well written novel.
All while reading it the story played in my head like a movie. Why not? This would be a great movie. The issues are current. Finding a half sibling and foster care are always relevant and emotional. This would be perfect for the big screen.
Life lessons on forgiveness, prejudice, trust, and family are artfully woven throughout this riveting masterpiece. I could not put this book down! It is amazing.
I highly recommend this to anyone that likes suspense or mystery. The romance is there but not the main focus. At the end of the book are discussion questions. I rate this 5 out of 5 stars unless I can give it a 6!
A copy was provided by Celebrate Lit but these are my own, honest words.