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Danger In The Shadows (2005)

Danger in the Shadows (2005)

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1414310552 (ISBN13: 9781414310558)
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by Andrea Renee CoxFear. It’s a driving force that freezes us in our tracks. I’ve experienced it in several different ways in my life, and I’m guessing you have too. But what would it be like to live in constant fear for your life?Danger in the Shadows tells the story of a woman who was held captive for years by the fear that her sister’s killer would come back for her. Sara longs for freedom, but her past demands tight security surround her at all times. When she finds herself stuck in an elevator with a high-profile former football player, her world gets rocked in more than one way. She expected the increase in her protective detail, as stifling as it is, but she didn’t expect love to come knocking on her door. The only problem is this love comes with the limelight and media attention she’s skirted around her entire life. Will she be willing to risk her safety to pursue a future she had given up hope of having?This book is the prequel (one of two prequels now; Jennifer is the second) to Dee Henderson’s O’Malley Chronicles, my favorite book series. This is the third time I’ve read this one, and it never gets old. Oh sure, writing has changed over the years. The book is dated by its style and word choices. But a story about a woman trying to overcome fear is pretty timeless, if you ask me. Almost every woman in every generation faces it at one point or another. I love Sara’s journey to finding peace and learning to trust in God. It’s not an easy one, given what her past is (and you’ll have to read the book to learn all the details). But it just goes to show you how much God cares about all the intricacies of our lives and how He’s with us especially in our darkest days. I love that. And I long to grow closer and closer to Him each day He blesses me with.If you haven’t yet read the O’Malley Chronicles, I highly recommend them, and you should begin with Danger in the Shadows. Come fall in love with some of my favorite literary characters.

SUMMARY: Sara is terrified. She's doing the one thing she cannot afford to do: fall in love with former pro-football player Adam Black, a man everyone knows. Sara's been hidden away in the witness protection program, her safety dependent on staying invisible—and loving Adam could get her killed!Introducing the O'Malleys, an inspirational group of seven, all abandoned or orphaned as teens, who have made the choice to become a loyal and committed family. They have chosen their own surname, O'Malley, and have stood by each other through moments of joy and heartache. Their stories are told in CBA best-selling, inspirational romantic suspense novels that rock your heart and restore strength and hope to your spirit.REVIEW: Dee Henderson always manages to keep you riveted to her suspense novels, and she has once again done this with Danger in the Shadows. Her suspense starts with page 1 and doesn't finish until the end of the book. The terror is subtle but you can feel it through every situation. Her characters are well developed with both strengths, weaknesses and individual personalities. You can't help but sympathize with Sara's terrifying situation and root for Adam as he deals with all the complications of Sara's past. Dave is such a support as her brother and their relationship is so sweet. The theological theme of trusting God versus overwhelming "real" fear is well done. Once again Henderson pens a great suspense novel.FAVORITE QUOTES: "The man who still stalked her would probably be surprised to learn his victim now pitied him more than hated him. God had been good to her in that respect. What hatred had festered, God had lanced early.""I want vengeance, Lord. I'll have to settle for justice.""That's how I have to live my life. One day at a time. I can cope, as long as I never let the big picture overwhelm me."

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I really liked this book, but I have one SERIOUS qualm with it. The author must have done a lot of research about childhood trauma and PTSD, because Sara's response to her situation seems relatively realistic. BUT! Near the beginning of the book, Adam--a man she just met a day or two ago--tries to comfort her with a hug, she recoils, and he HOLDS ON. When she says, "I don't want this," he says, "Tough. You need this," and holds her until she relaxes. THIS IS NOT OKAY. Maybe it's the hyper-awareness of PTSD and trauma vicitms these days (Henderson is writing in the late 90s and cultural attitudes have changed quite a bit since then). But. No. It's not okay to touch a trauma victim without permission. It's not okay to disregard her verbal expression of discomfort. It's not okay with any woman, but it was especially glaring in that situation. Henderson wanted us to see Adam as chivalrous and breaking down her walls and all of that, but all I saw was a well-intentioned but heavy-handed jerk. The rest of the book is fine, and he's a good guy otherwise--very attentive and considerate. So I'm thinking this is the author's misunderstanding of trauma, not an actual character flaw. Other than that very small scene, the book was excellent and I enjoyed it a lot.
—Notbagels

The story is a woman was kidnapped as a little girl, with her twin sister. The sister died and the woman was simply very lucky to have survived. The main culprit was never caught and is still stalking her. Her brother is her main protector, so it is very handy that he is a crack FBI agent.The thing that really bothered me was how strong Sara had to be simply to survive, but just because someone who fancied her was persistent, she kept giving in. {{{{{Spoilers}}}}} Looking at it objectively, one could safely say her beau was harassing her. I know if I told a man "no, I'm not interested" so many times in so many ways, I'd be angry and have the heebiejeebies that he wouldn't leave me alone. But they fall in love and her brother likes the guy, so all is wonderful and OK and we can read about them riding off into the sunset.Maybe I read this book at the wrong time in my life to just see it as romantic, but instead see a defence of male domination. All the same, it kept me entertained for a while. Which is a good thing to be able to say about a book. :)
—Mary Arkless

Danger in the Shadows is the prequel to Dee Henderson's well-known O'Malley Series about seven foster children who grow up and create their own adopted family. Dee Henderson writes wonderful Christian suspense. The protagonist, Sara Walsh, lives in constant hiding from her childhood kidnapper. The man who kidnapped her never completed his mission. She is his only loose end. Sara lives in constant fear of the little presents and letters left by her childhood kidnapper. Afraid of the dark and fearing for her life, Sara attempts to live a normal life as a children's book writer. Sara lives a secluded life in the protection of her FBI brother, Dave. That is, until one fateful night when she meets famous retired football player, Adam Black. Can Sara follow her heart and stay out of Adam's spotlight? This is a MUST read! If you like suspense and romance all-in-one, this is the book for you! Dee Henderson did an amazing job with this book giving the readers an emotional connection with Sara. You cried when she cried. You were scared when she was scared. Being an only child, I have always wanted an older brother. I connected with Sara and was intrigued by the protective older brother, Dave. The romance was a main part of the book. Although you don't find out more about Dave's romance until later in the O'Malley series, I enjoyed the romance between Adam and Sara. Every woman wants the type of man Adam is. He is persistent and focused on Sara. When Sara is dismissive, Adam pursues her. The book is fast-moving that keeps the reader's attentions throughout. No slow start for this book
—Contessa

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