Still Waters

Lakeview #1

by Shirlee McCoy

A sleepy community panics when some unruly teens wreak havoc on the town, but Lakeview sheriff Jake Reed seems to be just the man to stop the vandalism.

Tiffany Anderson thought the "crime wave" was just some rich summer boys with too much free time. But when they target her, Tiffany must trust in God to protect her....

Jake is drawn to Tiffany. But keeping an eye on her evokes unwanted memories of his past. Then she vanishes, and Jake can only pray he'll find her in time....

Genres: Christian Fiction, Christian, Romance, Suspense, Christian Romance, Fiction, Mystery

384 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

Reviews

[Mary Baker · Rating 4 out of 5]

Shirlee McCoy is one of my favorite Love-Inspired Suspense writers; and, if I see her name on a book, I buy it and expect an enjoyable read. Still Waters, the first of The Lakeview Series, was written in 2004. Since that time, Ms. McCoy has written many good reads. In this book, Tiffany and Sheriff Jake Reed have to deal with some teen-aged punks who seem to think they are above the law. They begin to target Tiffany, her business, and her home creating a lot of tension and concern for her and Jake. This book is listed under Christian fiction, but it is not a "preachy" book. It's just a good, clean read that offers a great escape from reality at the end of a long day.

[M.J. · Rating 5 out of 5]

A refreshing Christian romance. Tiffany Anderson is smart and goodhearted and in lots of trouble! Despite insisting she can handle things herself, savvy and strong Sheriff Jake Reed can't help but keep an eye on this intriguing woman. Both of them have some emotional baggage to unpack and lessons to learn. With their faith and hearts being tested, both Tiffany and Jake must count on God to rescue them and point them in the right direction, but is it toward or away from each other?

This is my first introduction to Shirlee McCoy's writing and I am definitely going to search out and read more of her work!

[Mindy G. · Rating 3 out of 5]

Relationships were for people with the time and patience to indulge in them.
p. 16

Another lesson he’d learned young — people who should care, often didn’t.
p. 16

Fantasies were fine as long as a person was willing to put them aside and face reality.
p. 31

And Jake knew he was in trouble.
p. 146

Sometimes it’s like that. A man is just so right, no other man will ever do.
p. 154

Change is part of life. If we don’t change we can’t grow. If we don’t grow, we stagnate and die. Part of changing is reevaluating the way we view the world.
p. 164

Hearing the truth instead of what makes you comfortable.
p. 215

Fantasies seldom mimic reality.
p. 264

[Shae · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very Nicholas-Sparks. I personally wasn't a fan, but that's just because I don't like Nicholas Sparks. The antagonist being a spoiled rich teenage boy was weak, but otherwise it was an mildly intriguing story and a sweet couple. I love faith-based books, so otherwise good job.
Also, the sexual tension was weird and awkward. especially for a Christian book.

[Sandra Webb · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good book. Romance and drama and of course, a happy ending!

[Sarah · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another marriage proposal in under a month of knowing each other, but this one is complete with an Epilogue wedding...

The rest of the book was pretty good!

[Laura Mancini · Rating 5 out of 5]

Liked the story, great character development.

[Pr Latta · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was on my fiction weeding list and I noticed that McCoy's books shelved in Romance have been circulating well. Pleasant, predictable Christian romance / cozy romance located near Smith Mountain Lake and with references to Lynchburg, VA. I wouldn't call this suspense (see Novelist Subject headings) -- later books in the series may have a more ominous tone but this title doesn't reflect it. Also, the Novelist summary uses stronger adjectives ("uncontrollable," "terrorizing," "tragic") than I perceived -- for me, this story was...pleasant. Ex-boyfriend Brian was painted as too thoughtless and shallow, and Jake's vow not to get married was stated but not convincingly reflected in the plot.

[Corinna · Rating 2 out of 5]

I can't say I really enjoyed this book. It stated out with the main charactors in a trama 911... but I found myself no really all that into it. Over all I found it to be lack luster. It seemed to me that the writer was caught inbetween trying to figure out if these charactors were going to get it on or not. It had a God spin to it that I found to be some what predictable. It was a fast read. Don't know if I would recommend it to anyone... well, maybe people that are looking for a read that skims the surface of life.

[Minty-chan~ · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story was really sweet and normal....well normal for me, because usually im into weird - or rather i have a penchant for the weird and freaky, so this was a nice quiet break from the norm!
It wouldnt have been my first choice read, however due to chance or fate whichever you prefer, it appeared before me and I decided to give it a chance...

[Connie Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing story that I hope you will read and enjoy as much as I did.

This book wasn't marked read and I didn't write a review but I definitely remembered reading it. This was an awesome story! Sheriff Jake Reed and Tiffany story was suspense filled and the beginning of the Lakeview series.

[Southernbelle0326 · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book was recommended to me by my Mamma b/c the main character was like me. Same first and middle name, same curly hair but mine is brown, not red.

I read this book not knowing what to expect. Knowing it was a Christian read was a plus but I just didnt know what to expect. I enjoyed it.

[Elaine · Rating 1 out of 5]

I'm on page 164 and the word that comes to mind while reading this is tiresome. It is so contrived. It's not so much about a "gang of unruly teens" as it is about Jake and Tiffany's feelings for each other. I'm ditching this book; I've already wasted way too much time on it.

[Robin · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book.

[B · Rating 5 out of 5]

It has been a while since I read this book, but I really enjoyed it. It was also fun to read about places I know, as I live in MN. :D

[Cassandra · Rating 4 out of 5]

It was well written and interesting. The characters are done well. And the plot is interesting.

[Cathy]

inice little romance EASY read