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Sonoma #3
Stalker in the Shadows
"Consider this a warning."
Lately, nurse Monica Grant feels she's being watched. Followed. And then she receives a threatening letter accompanied by a dead snake. If she doesn't stop her plans to open a free children's clinic, she'll end up dead, too. Terrified, Monica turns to former lawman Shaun O'Neill who believes the same madman murdered his own sister five years before. She understands how much it means to the handsome, heart-guarding man to save herand her dream. Even if he has to lure a deadly stalker out of the shadows straight toward himself.
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2012
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Camy Tang
63 books532 followersCamy writes Christian romantic suspense, contemporary romance, and cozy mystery as Camy Tang and Regency romance under her pen name, Camille Elliot. She grew up in Hawaii but now lives in northern California with her engineer husband and rambunctious dog. She graduated from Stanford University in psychology with a focus on biology, but for nine years she worked as a biologist researcher. Then God guided her path in a completely different direction and now she’s writing full time, using her original psychology degree as she creates the characters in her novels. In her free time, she’s a staff worker for her church youth group and leads one of her church’s Sunday worship teams. She also loves to knit, spin wool into yarn, and is training to (very slowly) run a marathon.
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January 10, 2012
If you like suspense and romance in a quick-to-read format then this is just the book for you. Stalker in the Shadows packs quite a punch for a short 200 page novel. Camy Tang knows how to pace the novel well for this format so that things move quickly but never too quickly and so that my attention never waned.
I loved Stalker in the Shadows and I will now make sure I go back and read the first two books in this series. Not because I needed to for this book to make sense, but because I liked Ms. Tang's writing and also because I liked the setting and the family. I want to know more about them. Stalker in the Shadows was a nice stand alone with characters from the earlier novels and I think there were mentions of things that happened, but nothing that gave away what happened in the books (except the couple outcomes, but the reader knows those going in anyway).
Monica was a great main character. She was strong, but she had her faults that she needed to work through. It was something I really didn't see coming, but understand fully as I deal with it as well. I think a lot of women will find Monica easy to relate to. She's a great character. I admired her strength. I also enjoyed Shaun who is a bit tortured. He has some things in his past he needs to work through, but in typical human fashion, he thinks he should hang onto that guilt. I liked watching him in the protector role in the book, it suited him. I also liked seeing him start to work through his issues. He was easy to relate to as well, as his issue was guilt and I think we all carry some form of guilt with us. The chemistry between Monica and Shaun was great as well. I was cheering for them through the book and at times wanted to hit both of them over the head, but that was what made the book interesting. There was a build up for their relationship and Ms. Tang did that very well.
As I mentioned earlier, the plot is well-paced. It built up through the whole book and never felt rushed like the short format can sometimes do. It came to it's climax and resolved itself in a timely manner and then the book was over. I felt satisfied with the ending and surprised by the climax, and I was guessing through the whole book who was the stalker. Ms. Tang does an amazing job with the suspense element also.
Stalker in the Shadows reminds me that the Love Inspired Suspense is s great line from Harlequin. Clean romances with a Christian focus, yet they don't pound you over the head with Christianity. Ms. Tang wrote a wonderful, suspenseful romance that had me on the edge of my seat and cheering for Monica and Shaun from the beginning to the end. It's a great book and I can't recommend it enough. I also can't wait to go back and read the first two in the series as well. Camy Tang is quickly becoming a must-read author for me.
I loved Stalker in the Shadows and I will now make sure I go back and read the first two books in this series. Not because I needed to for this book to make sense, but because I liked Ms. Tang's writing and also because I liked the setting and the family. I want to know more about them. Stalker in the Shadows was a nice stand alone with characters from the earlier novels and I think there were mentions of things that happened, but nothing that gave away what happened in the books (except the couple outcomes, but the reader knows those going in anyway).
Monica was a great main character. She was strong, but she had her faults that she needed to work through. It was something I really didn't see coming, but understand fully as I deal with it as well. I think a lot of women will find Monica easy to relate to. She's a great character. I admired her strength. I also enjoyed Shaun who is a bit tortured. He has some things in his past he needs to work through, but in typical human fashion, he thinks he should hang onto that guilt. I liked watching him in the protector role in the book, it suited him. I also liked seeing him start to work through his issues. He was easy to relate to as well, as his issue was guilt and I think we all carry some form of guilt with us. The chemistry between Monica and Shaun was great as well. I was cheering for them through the book and at times wanted to hit both of them over the head, but that was what made the book interesting. There was a build up for their relationship and Ms. Tang did that very well.
As I mentioned earlier, the plot is well-paced. It built up through the whole book and never felt rushed like the short format can sometimes do. It came to it's climax and resolved itself in a timely manner and then the book was over. I felt satisfied with the ending and surprised by the climax, and I was guessing through the whole book who was the stalker. Ms. Tang does an amazing job with the suspense element also.
Stalker in the Shadows reminds me that the Love Inspired Suspense is s great line from Harlequin. Clean romances with a Christian focus, yet they don't pound you over the head with Christianity. Ms. Tang wrote a wonderful, suspenseful romance that had me on the edge of my seat and cheering for Monica and Shaun from the beginning to the end. It's a great book and I can't recommend it enough. I also can't wait to go back and read the first two in the series as well. Camy Tang is quickly becoming a must-read author for me.
January 31, 2021
While I am not a huge fan of romance, I seem to read my fair share for challenges, etc. I have to say that overall I enjoyed this one even if it did follow the Harlequin Love-Inspired brand. Tang has done a good job of creating her characters and this isn't sappy or schmaltzy.
In short, a nurse is stalked by someone trying to get her to stop going ahead with opening up a free clinic for children. A former border guard she knows is hired to be her bodyguard during this time because she is determined to not be a victim and give in to these demands. The pacing is good and you know basically how it will end because it is Love Inspired, but it is a fun read nevertheless.
In short, a nurse is stalked by someone trying to get her to stop going ahead with opening up a free clinic for children. A former border guard she knows is hired to be her bodyguard during this time because she is determined to not be a victim and give in to these demands. The pacing is good and you know basically how it will end because it is Love Inspired, but it is a fun read nevertheless.
August 13, 2012
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It's been a while since I read a Camy book, and honestly, I didn't even know she had another book in the Grant sisters' stories. It wasn't until after I finished reading Protection for Hire that I found out, and I immediately got the book for my Kindle.
In the third installment of Camy Tang's Love Inspired series, Stalker in the Shadows, we meet the third Grant sister, Monica, a nurse with a heart for social work. She plans to open a free children's clinic in their town, and she knows it wouldn't be easy but it shouldn't bethat hard either. Until she starts receiving threatening letters and "gifts" from someone who tells her that if she doesn't stop her plans, she would end up dead too. Scared out of her wits, Monica seeks help from Shaun O'Neill, who believes that the same person threatening Monica was the one who caused his sister's death. As the threats come and the stakes get higher, Monica wonders if maybe she should quit, while Shaun is constantly haunted by the thought of failing to protect Monica the way he felt he failed to protect his sister.
I haven't read a lot of suspense or mystery novels lately so it took me a while to get inside Camy's world in Stalker in the Shadows. I liked Monica right from the start, maybe even more than how I liked Rachel or Naomi. She was a level-headed and determined character, always putting someone else first before herself -- her father, her investors, and even the children who will benefit with the clinic. I also liked her dynamics with Shaun, and I liked how Camy wrote him as a "heart-guarding man". It's not often we find heroes like that in fiction. :) There wasn't much surprises in the romance (except, as always, for the first kiss!), but it wasn't too predictable, either.
This book is probably the least preachy of all - and by that, I mean that the Christian aspect was shown more instead of being told. There were some God talk, of course...I don't know how exactly to describe it, but it felt more natural when Monica realized things and Shaun realized things and they felt God more in their own realizations and with the things that happened to them. The climax felt a little bit too CSI-esque, but it was exciting enough for me to really fear for the main characters.
The mystery was pretty...well, mysterious, for the lack of better terms. I had several hunches about the culprit, and even one hunch that I was so sure was correct...and it wasn't. Oh well. But that makes for a good mystery, don't you think? Overall, Stalker in the Shadows is a very good installment to the Grant sisters' stories, and I was glad at where Monica (and Shaun) ended up. :)
It's been a while since I read a Camy book, and honestly, I didn't even know she had another book in the Grant sisters' stories. It wasn't until after I finished reading Protection for Hire that I found out, and I immediately got the book for my Kindle.
In the third installment of Camy Tang's Love Inspired series, Stalker in the Shadows, we meet the third Grant sister, Monica, a nurse with a heart for social work. She plans to open a free children's clinic in their town, and she knows it wouldn't be easy but it shouldn't bethat hard either. Until she starts receiving threatening letters and "gifts" from someone who tells her that if she doesn't stop her plans, she would end up dead too. Scared out of her wits, Monica seeks help from Shaun O'Neill, who believes that the same person threatening Monica was the one who caused his sister's death. As the threats come and the stakes get higher, Monica wonders if maybe she should quit, while Shaun is constantly haunted by the thought of failing to protect Monica the way he felt he failed to protect his sister.
I haven't read a lot of suspense or mystery novels lately so it took me a while to get inside Camy's world in Stalker in the Shadows. I liked Monica right from the start, maybe even more than how I liked Rachel or Naomi. She was a level-headed and determined character, always putting someone else first before herself -- her father, her investors, and even the children who will benefit with the clinic. I also liked her dynamics with Shaun, and I liked how Camy wrote him as a "heart-guarding man". It's not often we find heroes like that in fiction. :) There wasn't much surprises in the romance (except, as always, for the first kiss!), but it wasn't too predictable, either.
This book is probably the least preachy of all - and by that, I mean that the Christian aspect was shown more instead of being told. There were some God talk, of course...I don't know how exactly to describe it, but it felt more natural when Monica realized things and Shaun realized things and they felt God more in their own realizations and with the things that happened to them. The climax felt a little bit too CSI-esque, but it was exciting enough for me to really fear for the main characters.
The mystery was pretty...well, mysterious, for the lack of better terms. I had several hunches about the culprit, and even one hunch that I was so sure was correct...and it wasn't. Oh well. But that makes for a good mystery, don't you think? Overall, Stalker in the Shadows is a very good installment to the Grant sisters' stories, and I was glad at where Monica (and Shaun) ended up. :)
November 28, 2011
This the third installment featuring the Grant sisters. Stalker in the Shadows features the youngest Grant girl, Monica, self-proclaimed wild child. Although she has faithfully cared for her father since his stroke she dreams of something bigger, a free health clinic for children. Following a charity banquet she starts receiving threatening letters encouraging her to abandon her cherished project.
Her knight in shining armor, former border patrolman, Shaun O’Neill, has his own agenda in finding Monica’s stalker. He is looking for his own redemption to quiet the demons which taunt him. He is determined to find the stalker before he can hurt Monica.
This book is true Love Inspired Suspense in every sense of the word, there is love story, excellent suspense, and a line of redemption. From the onset there is an attraction between Shaun and Monica, yet each, for their own reasons, does not want to act on their feelings. The author does a great job of creating suspense in many of the scenes. If she gave any clues in the book who the stalker was, I missed them. She kept me guessing until the end. Although, the main characters are Christians through the story both Monica and Shaun have to examine their lives, their pasts as well as their current motives. One of the things I love about the Love Inspired books is at least one of the characters ends the story a better person than they were at the beginning.
If you’re a fan of Love Inspired you should enjoy the story. Camy Tang’s writing is solid and engaging. Her characters are very real and easy to identify. Although, this deals with the youngest of the three Grant sisters this book stands independently, you won’t feel lost if you haven’t read the other two.
I received this book from the author, but the opinions reflected in this review are my own.
Her knight in shining armor, former border patrolman, Shaun O’Neill, has his own agenda in finding Monica’s stalker. He is looking for his own redemption to quiet the demons which taunt him. He is determined to find the stalker before he can hurt Monica.
This book is true Love Inspired Suspense in every sense of the word, there is love story, excellent suspense, and a line of redemption. From the onset there is an attraction between Shaun and Monica, yet each, for their own reasons, does not want to act on their feelings. The author does a great job of creating suspense in many of the scenes. If she gave any clues in the book who the stalker was, I missed them. She kept me guessing until the end. Although, the main characters are Christians through the story both Monica and Shaun have to examine their lives, their pasts as well as their current motives. One of the things I love about the Love Inspired books is at least one of the characters ends the story a better person than they were at the beginning.
If you’re a fan of Love Inspired you should enjoy the story. Camy Tang’s writing is solid and engaging. Her characters are very real and easy to identify. Although, this deals with the youngest of the three Grant sisters this book stands independently, you won’t feel lost if you haven’t read the other two.
I received this book from the author, but the opinions reflected in this review are my own.
December 22, 2011
As the title suggests, Stalker In The Shadows tells the tale of Monica Grant, a young nurse meeting resistance to her plans to open a free children's clinic in the form of death threats and a series of sinister photos of her from a stalker. But Monica isn't going to roll over and give up just because somebody wants her to and, enlisting the help of Shaun O' Neill, former Border Patrol guard, to look after her, the pair try to uncover who is stalking and threatening Monica, especially when it transpires that this same person may be the murderer of Shaun's sister several years before.
I love the interplay between the characters and the blossoming romantic interest despite their determination not to give in to it. Outwardly vulnerable Monica has hidden inner strength and apparently strong Shaun, who dedicated his whole career to protecting people, has an inner vulnerability so the two complement each other perfectly. Despite the evil stalker, it's a feel-good novel highlighting people's positive attitudes in the face of adversity and trusting in things turning out for the best.
It's a short book - only 215 pages - and I raced through the whole thing in two days, unable to tear myself away from the events unfolding on the page ! The Love Inspired Suspense novels are only on bookstore shelves for 30 days maximum so grab it quick before it's too late.
I love the interplay between the characters and the blossoming romantic interest despite their determination not to give in to it. Outwardly vulnerable Monica has hidden inner strength and apparently strong Shaun, who dedicated his whole career to protecting people, has an inner vulnerability so the two complement each other perfectly. Despite the evil stalker, it's a feel-good novel highlighting people's positive attitudes in the face of adversity and trusting in things turning out for the best.
It's a short book - only 215 pages - and I raced through the whole thing in two days, unable to tear myself away from the events unfolding on the page ! The Love Inspired Suspense novels are only on bookstore shelves for 30 days maximum so grab it quick before it's too late.
November 22, 2015
Stalker in the Shadows is the third book in the Sonoma Series. I haven't read book one, Deadly Intent; but I have read book two, Formula for Danger, and that book was really good!
The only other book I've read by Camy Tang is Protection for Hire! And while that book is still my FAVORITE book by her, Stalker in the Shadows is a close second!!
One thing I really liked about Stalker in the Shadows was the characters - particularly Shaun O'Neil. There was so much to his character that he quickly became a favorite of mine in this novel.
The story was so suspenseful and it had many twists - I found myself trying to figure out who the stalker was, but as the characters were introduced, I kept switching and in the end it was a SHOCKER!
There wasn't anything in this novel that I think would offend anyone - no swearing, etc. It was a wonderful read that I absolutely loved and if there is another book in the Sonoma Series, I will definitely want to read it!
*I received a complimentary copy of Stalker in the Shadows from the author to review. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All opinions expressed are my own.*
The only other book I've read by Camy Tang is Protection for Hire! And while that book is still my FAVORITE book by her, Stalker in the Shadows is a close second!!
One thing I really liked about Stalker in the Shadows was the characters - particularly Shaun O'Neil. There was so much to his character that he quickly became a favorite of mine in this novel.
The story was so suspenseful and it had many twists - I found myself trying to figure out who the stalker was, but as the characters were introduced, I kept switching and in the end it was a SHOCKER!
There wasn't anything in this novel that I think would offend anyone - no swearing, etc. It was a wonderful read that I absolutely loved and if there is another book in the Sonoma Series, I will definitely want to read it!
*I received a complimentary copy of Stalker in the Shadows from the author to review. I was not required to give a positive review, only my honest opinion - which I've done. All opinions expressed are my own.*
January 5, 2012
I received a copy of this book from the author in exchange for my review. I am a big fan of the Love Inspired suspense books as they are so nice to carry around and they aren't corny! Especially coming from such an author as Camy Tang! Camy is an excellent author and I really enjoy her books. This is the third book featuring the Grant ladies and I have read one of the previous ones. Will have to go back and read the other one now:)
I really liked Monica. She is very likeable as a character and even though she is frightened at times, she is also a strong lady. Shaun is her protector who is one of those hero types. You know, the ones who you wouldn't mind watching over you? The mystery part was good and the suspense will keep you going until the end to find out who the bad guy is.
This book is only available for a limited time so please grab it from your local bookstore! If you love suspense, you won't want to miss it!
I really liked Monica. She is very likeable as a character and even though she is frightened at times, she is also a strong lady. Shaun is her protector who is one of those hero types. You know, the ones who you wouldn't mind watching over you? The mystery part was good and the suspense will keep you going until the end to find out who the bad guy is.
This book is only available for a limited time so please grab it from your local bookstore! If you love suspense, you won't want to miss it!
March 17, 2012
A very suspenseful read because I had no idea who the stalker in the shadows was. I did trust, like Monica, that it wasn't the obvious choice although I could see why Shaun thought the obvious choice (don't want to give it away) was the one.
After every Love Inspired novel I feel as if I should answer every discussion question or feel guilty about it for the next day or so, lol, so I think I'll just answer the last one.
12. Shaun's theme verse is Psalm 74:12: "But God is my King from long ago; he brings salvation on the earth.". What does that verse mean for you?
I think it means that you don't have to go around saving everyone or, in Shaun's case, protecting everyone and just trust in God's plan for everyone. (Umm, something to that effect. Obviously, I failed Bible study but maybe there's hope for me yet.)
After every Love Inspired novel I feel as if I should answer every discussion question or feel guilty about it for the next day or so, lol, so I think I'll just answer the last one.
12. Shaun's theme verse is Psalm 74:12: "But God is my King from long ago; he brings salvation on the earth.". What does that verse mean for you?
I think it means that you don't have to go around saving everyone or, in Shaun's case, protecting everyone and just trust in God's plan for everyone. (Umm, something to that effect. Obviously, I failed Bible study but maybe there's hope for me yet.)
January 3, 2012
In Stalker in the Shadows, Camy Tang covers a variety of social issues, including health care (free clinic), US/Mexico border patrol, and migrant workers. With these issues, Tang appropriately handles them in regard to the book's storyline and gives them worth.
Monica, another of Tang's strong, independent female characters, is planning to build a free children's clinic but runs into a roadblock as a stalker enters her life. Shaun teams up with Monica to attempt to sideline the stalker and continue with the clinic plans.
The reader becomes anxious as the stalker invades Monica's daily life. She struggles with her broken relationship with her father at the same time.
Tang's Christian theme of a relationship with God underlines the storyline and touches each character. Readers will immerse themselves in this mystery and will not be disappointed in it!
Monica, another of Tang's strong, independent female characters, is planning to build a free children's clinic but runs into a roadblock as a stalker enters her life. Shaun teams up with Monica to attempt to sideline the stalker and continue with the clinic plans.
The reader becomes anxious as the stalker invades Monica's daily life. She struggles with her broken relationship with her father at the same time.
Tang's Christian theme of a relationship with God underlines the storyline and touches each character. Readers will immerse themselves in this mystery and will not be disappointed in it!
October 14, 2015
The stalker plot tends to be overused in romantic suspense, but Camy Tang manages to make her premise and characters fresh enough that I was still captivated. I lost sleep more than one evening as I battled to make myself put this book down as the danger and romance increased. Tang delivers a perfectly balanced story of suspense and romance while going a little deeper with her spiritual themes than this short category genre often allows.
Stalker in the Shadows is the last in a three-book series, but it's written to stand alone, and I wasn't lost at all though I hadn't read the preceding books. Given how good the third book is, I'll have to go back and read the first two!
If you love romantic suspense with a Christian message, you'll thoroughly enjoy this page-turner.
Stalker in the Shadows is the last in a three-book series, but it's written to stand alone, and I wasn't lost at all though I hadn't read the preceding books. Given how good the third book is, I'll have to go back and read the first two!
If you love romantic suspense with a Christian message, you'll thoroughly enjoy this page-turner.
January 14, 2012
This is the third book in this series and it doesn't disappoint. The book has all the elements of suspense yet still holds your interest and isn't formulaic. You will be guessing at the ending through most of the story. It's fast-paced yet still offers ample character development so that you feel invested in the outcome of the book because you've become enmeshed with the characters. Camy Tang does a great job with the storyline in this novel. It's a fast read yet it holds your attention. I think this book is stand alone, you don't need to have read the earlier books to enjoy this one. A good way to spend an evening relaxing is by reading this book.
January 3, 2012
A fabulous finish to the Sonoma series... and another lovely look into great characters, and some suspenseful action from my favorite: Camy Tang!
I was quickly drawn in to the leads, and even more so their dynamic/chemistry... their inner personal struggles, and how they interacted and responded with each other through it all, left me longing for such incredible partnership for myself at sometime in the future!
I plowed through the book in a day.
I was quickly drawn in to the leads, and even more so their dynamic/chemistry... their inner personal struggles, and how they interacted and responded with each other through it all, left me longing for such incredible partnership for myself at sometime in the future!
I plowed through the book in a day.
December 11, 2011
Very good book. I'm not a fan of but not a hater either, of Love Inspired Suspense but some of them seem very "hokey" to me. Not so this book. It has very good, fully developed characters and the plot was suspenseful and exciting to the end. It was a difficult mystery to guess the ending (at least for me) and I had to pay close attention to what was happening to keep up with things. One of the best LIS novels I've read. If you read this book you won't be disappointed.
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November 27, 2011I enjoyed this book, and I would suggest it to anyone, whether female, or male, teen, or adult. I enjoy Camy Tang as a writer, and if you enjoy this book, you should read Protection for Hire. It is also by Camy Tang.
February 28, 2015
Monica Grant is dead-set on starting a free children’s clinic in Sonoma, California. She has worked as an Emergency Room nurse but wants to make an even greater impact. She prides herself on her ability to read people. When she starts feeling like someone is watching her, she can’t hide the sense that something is wrong. When she starts getting threatening gifts, photos, and letters, she knows that someone is willing to kill her to stop her from opening a free clinic. When the first gift arrives, Shawn O’Neill, a former border patrolman, recognizes the quote from the gift; his sister’s stalker must be the same stalker. His sister had planned to open up a free clinic in the LA area but after receiving numerous threats, she had committed suicide. Shawn suspected his sister had been killed by a colleague of his sister’s who just happened to be a would-be investor for Monica’s free clinic. Who would do this? One of her investors? Can Shawn keep Monica safe from danger without losing his heart? Can Monica keep her dreams alive without risking her friends, family and investors’ lives? Can Monica bear to give her heart to Shawn, whose job requires him to dash into the line of fire? Can Monica and Shawn trust the Lord to protect them and trust Him to heal their broken hearts?
Stalker in the Shadows is a great little mystery suspense in itself. I might be biased since I’ve read all of Camy Tang’s books, but I really enjoy them! Since this is a Love Inspired – Suspense book, it’s shorter in length but it’s perfectly paced. I didn’t want to put the book down, and I really didn’t have to. I have read the previous books in the series and was happy to see where the other characters were at. I love how Tang’s characters have real-life issues and have to deal with them in an authentic way. Don’t be fooled by the fact that it’s a Love Inspired book; it’s worth the read!
I would highly recommend this book to those who enjoy a good suspense mystery with a love story that incorporates the love of God. (Also, I might be biased because I grew up near all the places she was talking about in her book – gotta love Sonoma and San Francisco!)
Stalker in the Shadows is a great little mystery suspense in itself. I might be biased since I’ve read all of Camy Tang’s books, but I really enjoy them! Since this is a Love Inspired – Suspense book, it’s shorter in length but it’s perfectly paced. I didn’t want to put the book down, and I really didn’t have to. I have read the previous books in the series and was happy to see where the other characters were at. I love how Tang’s characters have real-life issues and have to deal with them in an authentic way. Don’t be fooled by the fact that it’s a Love Inspired book; it’s worth the read!
I would highly recommend this book to those who enjoy a good suspense mystery with a love story that incorporates the love of God. (Also, I might be biased because I grew up near all the places she was talking about in her book – gotta love Sonoma and San Francisco!)
January 7, 2012
Stalker in the Shadows by Camy Tang is a Love Inspired Suspense novel. I have read many of her novels (most recently Protection for Hire), but this is only the second of the Love Inspired novels that I've read. I didn't realize when I started the book that it was Book 3 in the Sonoma Series, but it is the third in the set. Fortunately, reading them in order is not a prerequisite.
Monica Grant is one of three daughters of Augustus Grant, owner of an upscale spa in Sonoma. Monica is also a nurse. She is taking care of her father after he experienced a stroke, but is working on raising support to open a Free Children's Clinic in the area. While meeting different potential sponsors, she finds that she is being stalked... someone doesn't want her to open the clinic. She hires Shaun O'Neill to protect her while she continues her efforts towards opening the clinic.
Shaun O'Neill was a border patrol agent, until something happened on his watch. Before that, his sister was killed and he didn't save her... everyone that he should protect dies. Now, he has someone new to protect, Monica. Can he keep her from being killed? Can he solve his sister's death?
As they work together to find the stalker, Shaun and Monica can feel the attraction, but they are both fighting it. Monica has no desire to be in a relationship with a police man, she knows the dangers he faces in the field and doesn't want to be the one left behind. Shaun struggles with his "inability" to protect those he cares about. Can they trust God and find love? Will they find the killer?
Stalker in the Shadows was a quick and easy read. I really enjoyed reading it and the suspense it held. As I said earlier, you don't have to read the first two books (Deady Intent and Formula for Danger) to understand or enjoy Stalker in the Shadows.
Monica Grant is one of three daughters of Augustus Grant, owner of an upscale spa in Sonoma. Monica is also a nurse. She is taking care of her father after he experienced a stroke, but is working on raising support to open a Free Children's Clinic in the area. While meeting different potential sponsors, she finds that she is being stalked... someone doesn't want her to open the clinic. She hires Shaun O'Neill to protect her while she continues her efforts towards opening the clinic.
Shaun O'Neill was a border patrol agent, until something happened on his watch. Before that, his sister was killed and he didn't save her... everyone that he should protect dies. Now, he has someone new to protect, Monica. Can he keep her from being killed? Can he solve his sister's death?
As they work together to find the stalker, Shaun and Monica can feel the attraction, but they are both fighting it. Monica has no desire to be in a relationship with a police man, she knows the dangers he faces in the field and doesn't want to be the one left behind. Shaun struggles with his "inability" to protect those he cares about. Can they trust God and find love? Will they find the killer?
Stalker in the Shadows was a quick and easy read. I really enjoyed reading it and the suspense it held. As I said earlier, you don't have to read the first two books (Deady Intent and Formula for Danger) to understand or enjoy Stalker in the Shadows.
December 31, 2011
Camy Tang introduces us to the world of Monica Grant in "Stalker in the Shadows". She does not intend to work for the family at the Joy Luck Spa which is featured in the first two novels in Tang's Sonoma Series. Monica has repeated disagreements with her father, the spa owner, who holds a position of nurse open at the family business. She must draw on her faith and independent strength to carry on as she deals with a greater force of opposition in the form of a stalker. The dark character is against her dream of opening a free clinic to care for the medical needs of children. Who in their right mind would oppose free care for children? Why is Monica a threat to this person?
Shaun O'Neil has his own shadows. He recently left his Border Patrol career and moved back to California. The protective instinct generally rules his life, but this time he tries to back off from his urge to protect Monica when she tries to hire him to be her bodyguard. He doesn't want to be responsible when something happens to her. Monica does not want to become involved with any law officer after seeing so many families devastated during her time caring for wounded and dying officers. As the stalking situation escalates and appears to be connected to the death of Shaun's sister, neither of them can escape the fact that she needs his expertise. The shadows surrounding her stalker blend with the shadows of Shaun's past. Page by page the reader is left wondering, what will take place next.
Camy Tang has another winner for her reader's in this new Love Inspired romantic suspense novel. It is released in celebration of 15 years of the Harlequin Love Inspired line.
I received this book from the author in return for my own personal opinion.
Shaun O'Neil has his own shadows. He recently left his Border Patrol career and moved back to California. The protective instinct generally rules his life, but this time he tries to back off from his urge to protect Monica when she tries to hire him to be her bodyguard. He doesn't want to be responsible when something happens to her. Monica does not want to become involved with any law officer after seeing so many families devastated during her time caring for wounded and dying officers. As the stalking situation escalates and appears to be connected to the death of Shaun's sister, neither of them can escape the fact that she needs his expertise. The shadows surrounding her stalker blend with the shadows of Shaun's past. Page by page the reader is left wondering, what will take place next.
Camy Tang has another winner for her reader's in this new Love Inspired romantic suspense novel. It is released in celebration of 15 years of the Harlequin Love Inspired line.
I received this book from the author in return for my own personal opinion.
August 1, 2013
Stalker in the Shadows
By: Camy Tang
Another great read by Camy Tang. I love her work! Monica Grant has a stalker that wants her to stop plans for the free children’s clinic she wants to open. Shaun O’Neill’s sister was killed and he believes it was the same man that is stalking Monica. As Monica’s bodyguard, now he can catch that killer and put him where he belongs. But will his preconceived notions be right on target, or get Monica killed? The suspense kept me turning the pages to see who the stalker was going to go after next.
I laughed out loud, shivered, and cringed at some of the “gifts” Monica received from her stalker. If you receive a long, white florist box, and you don’t know who it is from, be careful opening it! But it’s all contained in this book, so you can read without danger, except to startle you as your read, and keep you reading late into the night to finish the book!
Trying to read people is a hard craft to learn. Some people you can read right off; others take a little longer to figure out. Monica and Shaun are on opposing sides as they try to figure out who her stalker is. The same is true with trying to please someone. Monica wants to make her daddy proud, but her Heavenly Father is already proud of her just the way she is. As Aunt Becca states, “Jesus loves you, and His love makes you worthwhile. When you follow God’s will for you, you’re valued not because of what specifically you’re doing. You’re valued because you’re doing God’s work.” Monica has to learn to please God first. She can’t control how her father will feel about her, but she can live her life pleasing to God and that makes her valued in His eyes.
If you love romantic suspense filled with unexpected twists and turns, you will love this book by Camy Tang!
By: Camy Tang
Another great read by Camy Tang. I love her work! Monica Grant has a stalker that wants her to stop plans for the free children’s clinic she wants to open. Shaun O’Neill’s sister was killed and he believes it was the same man that is stalking Monica. As Monica’s bodyguard, now he can catch that killer and put him where he belongs. But will his preconceived notions be right on target, or get Monica killed? The suspense kept me turning the pages to see who the stalker was going to go after next.
I laughed out loud, shivered, and cringed at some of the “gifts” Monica received from her stalker. If you receive a long, white florist box, and you don’t know who it is from, be careful opening it! But it’s all contained in this book, so you can read without danger, except to startle you as your read, and keep you reading late into the night to finish the book!
Trying to read people is a hard craft to learn. Some people you can read right off; others take a little longer to figure out. Monica and Shaun are on opposing sides as they try to figure out who her stalker is. The same is true with trying to please someone. Monica wants to make her daddy proud, but her Heavenly Father is already proud of her just the way she is. As Aunt Becca states, “Jesus loves you, and His love makes you worthwhile. When you follow God’s will for you, you’re valued not because of what specifically you’re doing. You’re valued because you’re doing God’s work.” Monica has to learn to please God first. She can’t control how her father will feel about her, but she can live her life pleasing to God and that makes her valued in His eyes.
If you love romantic suspense filled with unexpected twists and turns, you will love this book by Camy Tang!
August 3, 2016
“Stalker in the Shadows” is the third book in Camy Tang's “Sonoma” continuity of the LoveInspired Suspense line. Nurse Monica Grant's dream to open a free children's clinic is finally starting to see fruition. But when she finds evidence that she is being watched and begins receiving life threatening warnings demanding she forget about the clinic, her well-made plans spiral farther into uncertainty with each message the unknown stalker sends. The threats Monica receives are much too similar to the ones Shaun O'Neill's younger sister received five years ago –just before her death. The former border control agent believes that it's no coincidence, so he is determined to catch the murderer and keep Monica from his sister's fate. But that means Shaun and Monica need to find out who is the stalker in the shadows …
Even though “Stalker in the Shadows” is a part of the LoveInspired Suspense Sonoma continuity, I didn't have any problems reading it as a stand alone, though a few other characters' romantic relationships were mentioned (which possibly could be “spoilers” for the first two novellas, depending on your point of view). Without giving too much away, the plot was well paced and kept me reading (2 – 3 hours straight so I could figure out “whodunit”)! Since I don't usually read 215 page novellas, I thought that the story might seem too short, but “Stalker in the Shadows” came to a natural, satisfying conclusion. The only complaint I could have is I wish it was longer so I could enjoy more time with the characters, but again, I'm not used to reading novellas. Fans of Camy Tang and the suspense/mystery genre will definitely want to pick up a copy this month!
Even though “Stalker in the Shadows” is a part of the LoveInspired Suspense Sonoma continuity, I didn't have any problems reading it as a stand alone, though a few other characters' romantic relationships were mentioned (which possibly could be “spoilers” for the first two novellas, depending on your point of view). Without giving too much away, the plot was well paced and kept me reading (2 – 3 hours straight so I could figure out “whodunit”)! Since I don't usually read 215 page novellas, I thought that the story might seem too short, but “Stalker in the Shadows” came to a natural, satisfying conclusion. The only complaint I could have is I wish it was longer so I could enjoy more time with the characters, but again, I'm not used to reading novellas. Fans of Camy Tang and the suspense/mystery genre will definitely want to pick up a copy this month!
January 1, 2015
SUMMARY: Lately, nurse Monica Grant feels she's being watched. Followed. And then she receives a threatening letter—accompanied by a dead snake. If she doesn't stop her plans to open a free children's clinic, she'll end up dead, too. Terrified, Monica turns to former lawman Shaun O'Neill—who believes the same madman murdered his own sister five years before. She understands how much it means to the handsome, heart-guarding man to save her—and her dream. Even if he has to lure a deadly stalker out of the shadows—straight toward himself.
REVIEW: Once again, Camy Tang has kept her readers on the edge of their seats with this page-turning, riveting suspense novel. I have to admit until almost the end I thought I knew who the stalker was. Shawn and Monica are both strong characters, independent minded, and sure they can do everything on their own. I was a little disappointed that there wasn't much evidence of either of them being faith-filled people until later in the book; but when both main characters do turn to their faith, the changes in them are quite evident. Another great love-inspired suspense novel from Camy Tang.
FAVORITE QUOTES: "And remember that Jesus is always in control, whether things are good, or bad, or great, or downhill."
"Jesus loves you, and His love makes you worthwhile. When you follow God's will for you, you're valued not because of what specifically you're doing. You're valued because you are doing God's work....You need to obey God and find your worth in Him, not in your father's approval or in what you accomplish in this world."
REVIEW: Once again, Camy Tang has kept her readers on the edge of their seats with this page-turning, riveting suspense novel. I have to admit until almost the end I thought I knew who the stalker was. Shawn and Monica are both strong characters, independent minded, and sure they can do everything on their own. I was a little disappointed that there wasn't much evidence of either of them being faith-filled people until later in the book; but when both main characters do turn to their faith, the changes in them are quite evident. Another great love-inspired suspense novel from Camy Tang.
FAVORITE QUOTES: "And remember that Jesus is always in control, whether things are good, or bad, or great, or downhill."
"Jesus loves you, and His love makes you worthwhile. When you follow God's will for you, you're valued not because of what specifically you're doing. You're valued because you are doing God's work....You need to obey God and find your worth in Him, not in your father's approval or in what you accomplish in this world."
January 16, 2016
Stalker in the Shadows by Camy Tang
Sonoma Series Book 3
Nurse Monica Grant wants to start a free children’s clinic. After helping a migrant workers son because they couldn’t afford a hospital visit, it has been her dream. Now that the dream is getting closer to reality she is getting threats to stop or else. By the tingling on her neck that makes her feel she’s being watched….they might be serious. But she is not a quitter and definitely not a victim. What would someone have against a clinic to help children?
Shaun O’neill is back in Sonoma, feeling like a failure. He wasn’t able to save his sister, Clare, and he failed at protecting others while he was a border patrol agent. When he happens to be near Monica when she receives “a gift” and a note from the same person who murdered his sister….he knows nothing will stop him from protecting her and from catching the killer this time.
Stalker has you searching right along with Shaun and Monica for the stalker. Camy had several shady characters to choose from and enough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. The stalker also has a unique brand of “gifts” he likes to leave his intended victims. The book brings back friends and family from the first two books, Deadly Intent and Formula for Danger, the stories of Monica’s sisters; Naomi and Rachel.
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Sonoma Series Book 3
Nurse Monica Grant wants to start a free children’s clinic. After helping a migrant workers son because they couldn’t afford a hospital visit, it has been her dream. Now that the dream is getting closer to reality she is getting threats to stop or else. By the tingling on her neck that makes her feel she’s being watched….they might be serious. But she is not a quitter and definitely not a victim. What would someone have against a clinic to help children?
Shaun O’neill is back in Sonoma, feeling like a failure. He wasn’t able to save his sister, Clare, and he failed at protecting others while he was a border patrol agent. When he happens to be near Monica when she receives “a gift” and a note from the same person who murdered his sister….he knows nothing will stop him from protecting her and from catching the killer this time.
Stalker has you searching right along with Shaun and Monica for the stalker. Camy had several shady characters to choose from and enough twists and turns to keep the reader guessing. The stalker also has a unique brand of “gifts” he likes to leave his intended victims. The book brings back friends and family from the first two books, Deadly Intent and Formula for Danger, the stories of Monica’s sisters; Naomi and Rachel.
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January 9, 2012
Stalker in the Shadows is a great suspense novel and while I don't read a lot of that genre I really enjoyed this book. I was never completely sure who the stalker was - as soon as I thought it was one person, the story would make it obvious that it couldn't be that person and then maybe it could be. I think that is what a good suspense book should do.
This is a Love Inspired novel, so the length of the story is on the shorter side, allowing you to read it rather quickly! The only complaint I have is with the book (NOT the story). I have read many Love Inspired books and this is the first time I've ever felt the need to almost break the spine in order to read it - the printing was too close to the binding for comfort. A way to avoid this problem would be to purchase a copy of the e-book instead.
Stalker in the Shadows is the third book in a series. I haven't read the first two books, but I don't feel that by reading this book first I was lacking any of the back story. Unlike other books that are part of a series, I don't think Stalker in the Shadows gave too much information about the previous stories - so I can read them without it being ruined for me.
If you love reading suspense, you should love this book.
***I received a complimentary copy of this book to review. I was asked to give my honest opinion of the book - which I have done.***
This is a Love Inspired novel, so the length of the story is on the shorter side, allowing you to read it rather quickly! The only complaint I have is with the book (NOT the story). I have read many Love Inspired books and this is the first time I've ever felt the need to almost break the spine in order to read it - the printing was too close to the binding for comfort. A way to avoid this problem would be to purchase a copy of the e-book instead.
Stalker in the Shadows is the third book in a series. I haven't read the first two books, but I don't feel that by reading this book first I was lacking any of the back story. Unlike other books that are part of a series, I don't think Stalker in the Shadows gave too much information about the previous stories - so I can read them without it being ruined for me.
If you love reading suspense, you should love this book.
***I received a complimentary copy of this book to review. I was asked to give my honest opinion of the book - which I have done.***
January 15, 2012
I’ve been wondering about the other sister. This family has certainly been in the midst of a lot of intrigue. The Joy Luck Life spa is a danger magnet.
Monica, a nurse, who left her job to care for her father, never wanted to be part of the spa. Her father wants the entire family to be involved. While Monica is being stalked by a murderer, she is till dreaming of opening a free clinic.
We watch her struggle to fulfill her dream while fighting not to fall in love with the handsome hunk she hires as a bodyguard.
She’s trapped in a triangle, but not the traditional one. This is a triangle between Monica, her bodyguard and her father.
This book is filled with adrenaline inducing mystery and adventure, love, heartache and family ties and clashes.
As usual, Camy Tang did not fail to give me a book that I had to read in a single sitting. I don’t want to leave the Grant family behind. Maybe there’s a hidden sister somewhere. Or maybe Auntie and Detective Carter could be the focus.
Monica, a nurse, who left her job to care for her father, never wanted to be part of the spa. Her father wants the entire family to be involved. While Monica is being stalked by a murderer, she is till dreaming of opening a free clinic.
We watch her struggle to fulfill her dream while fighting not to fall in love with the handsome hunk she hires as a bodyguard.
She’s trapped in a triangle, but not the traditional one. This is a triangle between Monica, her bodyguard and her father.
This book is filled with adrenaline inducing mystery and adventure, love, heartache and family ties and clashes.
As usual, Camy Tang did not fail to give me a book that I had to read in a single sitting. I don’t want to leave the Grant family behind. Maybe there’s a hidden sister somewhere. Or maybe Auntie and Detective Carter could be the focus.
May 19, 2012
I bought this book recently and couldn't wait to start it.
This is the third books featuring the Grant sisters. This time the book features Monica Grant. Monica is a nurse and wants to open a free children's clinic and starts getting threatened to stop or else. Shaun O'Neill is back home and believes this is the same stalker that killed his sister 5 years ago. They team up trying to find who is behind the gifts and letters and why they don't want her to open a free clinic. I really loved the way Camy set this story up and the interaction between the various characters. We also see Monica and her father argue about the clinic. We also see how Monica has to deal with his feelings and the way he has always made her feel as if she didn't measure up in his eyes. Monica's feeling thats she doesn't measure up is something I and I am sure many readers can relate to. It's not always intentional and sometimes the parent doesn't even realise the child feels this way. I appreciated how this was dealt with. This was a really good read and I can't wait for more by Camy.
This is the third books featuring the Grant sisters. This time the book features Monica Grant. Monica is a nurse and wants to open a free children's clinic and starts getting threatened to stop or else. Shaun O'Neill is back home and believes this is the same stalker that killed his sister 5 years ago. They team up trying to find who is behind the gifts and letters and why they don't want her to open a free clinic. I really loved the way Camy set this story up and the interaction between the various characters. We also see Monica and her father argue about the clinic. We also see how Monica has to deal with his feelings and the way he has always made her feel as if she didn't measure up in his eyes. Monica's feeling thats she doesn't measure up is something I and I am sure many readers can relate to. It's not always intentional and sometimes the parent doesn't even realise the child feels this way. I appreciated how this was dealt with. This was a really good read and I can't wait for more by Camy.
January 8, 2012
Tang's Love Inspired Suspense books are 3 in one series, following the Grant sisters. From the first (deadly intent) through the second (formula for danger) to this book, you can see clearly the author's growth as a writer.
Stalker in the Shadows feels not so much like true romantic suspense, but more of a mystery style with a very strong 'whodunnit' thread. The bulk of the book is interviewing witnesses to discover the identity of Monica's stalker.
I was really tired when I read this (:-P), and so because it wasn't super intense in a suspenseful way, it felt like it dragged its feet somewhat.
Definitely a different style to Tang's other books (the sushi series and protection for hire), but not in a bad way. What I mean is that it follows the line of Love Inspired Suspense. If you enjoy LIS and mystery books, you'll surely enjoy this.
Stalker in the Shadows feels not so much like true romantic suspense, but more of a mystery style with a very strong 'whodunnit' thread. The bulk of the book is interviewing witnesses to discover the identity of Monica's stalker.
I was really tired when I read this (:-P), and so because it wasn't super intense in a suspenseful way, it felt like it dragged its feet somewhat.
Definitely a different style to Tang's other books (the sushi series and protection for hire), but not in a bad way. What I mean is that it follows the line of Love Inspired Suspense. If you enjoy LIS and mystery books, you'll surely enjoy this.
January 16, 2012
Stalker in the Shadows was an interesting book to read because when you think you knew who the stalker, you end up being wrong. I really enjoyed the way the book was written. The suspense kept you reading in order to find out who was the stalker. I have read other of Camy Tang's books which is totatlly different from this book, which shows she is a outstanding author with much talent. My favorite person was Aunt Becca, because she was a no nonsense aunt. She has done an excellent job with this Love Inspired Suspense. Thank you Camy for awesome book to read where I could imagine the people and the scenes especially when the police was helping Shaun get into the suite. I like the way the author gave details about the bed sheets. Please read this book. You won't be disappointed. It is not your ordinary suspense book.
Ms. M.
Ms. M.
July 7, 2015
This is the third in a series--no I didn't know there was a series, but I don't read 'romance' novels on a regular basis.
From the cover: Lately, nurse Monica Grant feels she's being watched. Followed. And then she receives a threatening letter—accompanied by a dead snake. If she doesn't stop her plans to open a free children's clinic, she'll end up dead, too. Terrified, Monica turns to former lawman Shaun O'Neill—who believes the same madman murdered his own sister five years before. She understands how much it means to the handsome, heart-guarding man to save her—and her dream. Even if he has to lure a deadly stalker out of the shadows —straight toward himself.
If you like suspense and romance in a quick-to-read format then this is just the book for you. I liked this book because it read more like a mystery 'who dun it' then a romance novel.
From the cover: Lately, nurse Monica Grant feels she's being watched. Followed. And then she receives a threatening letter—accompanied by a dead snake. If she doesn't stop her plans to open a free children's clinic, she'll end up dead, too. Terrified, Monica turns to former lawman Shaun O'Neill—who believes the same madman murdered his own sister five years before. She understands how much it means to the handsome, heart-guarding man to save her—and her dream. Even if he has to lure a deadly stalker out of the shadows —straight toward himself.
If you like suspense and romance in a quick-to-read format then this is just the book for you. I liked this book because it read more like a mystery 'who dun it' then a romance novel.
September 3, 2016
Stalker in the Shadows is a suspenseful novel about a woman who wants to open a free clinic and runs into some very dangerous obstacles along the way.
What I loved most about this novel was Camy Tang's wonderful deception to the reader. Just when you think you have figured out who the suspect is, something new occurs to make you question your judgement.
This book was a fast and good read. I gave it four stars because I felt for a Christian book, there wasn't very much written relating to Christianity or religion. I was expecting more Christian relationships between the characters.
Aside from that aspect, I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good suspense where the culprit isn't easily figured out.
What I loved most about this novel was Camy Tang's wonderful deception to the reader. Just when you think you have figured out who the suspect is, something new occurs to make you question your judgement.
This book was a fast and good read. I gave it four stars because I felt for a Christian book, there wasn't very much written relating to Christianity or religion. I was expecting more Christian relationships between the characters.
Aside from that aspect, I would recommend this book to anyone who loves a good suspense where the culprit isn't easily figured out.
July 6, 2012
14 chapters in the book...14 and there was only 1 chapter with action in it....i used to swoon over my love stories that were all about love and didnt really care about the problem at hand...now i LOVE when there are problems and turmoil all that stuff and this book for me doesnt have it the whole bag of books this lovely woman gave me doesnt have it...but yet im going to read them because they were a gift and i cant stare at a book thats unread and be able to turn my head...
it is a good story though...just would of been better if there was more danger and idk there just something about it that was undeveloped....
it is a good story though...just would of been better if there was more danger and idk there just something about it that was undeveloped....
November 20, 2011
I think this may be my favorite of the trilogy with the Grant sisters. I loved the characters and the story kept me hooked from the first page to the last. If it hadn't been for having to go to sleep and work the next day, I think I would have finished it in one sitting! The humorous scenes were sprinkled in just the right places. I loved the race car driver comment and how Camy worked in the Captain Caffeine reference. A must read for any lover of romantic suspense!
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