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Owl Creek #3
Lost in Owl Creek
The most wonderful time of year is about to become her worst nightmare.
Christmas in Owl Creek comes to a chilling conclusion when two girls go missing, leaving the small town reeling. While Joel is consumed by the investigation, Val is left wondering how this horror could strike so close to home. But for her, the nightmare is about to become all too real.
When Abby is the next to disappear, Val faces the unthinkable: How far will she go to bring her daughter home?
Christmas in Owl Creek comes to a chilling conclusion when two girls go missing, leaving the small town reeling. While Joel is consumed by the investigation, Val is left wondering how this horror could strike so close to home. But for her, the nightmare is about to become all too real.
When Abby is the next to disappear, Val faces the unthinkable: How far will she go to bring her daughter home?
492 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 12, 2024
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About the author
Caren Hahn
18 books231 followersCAREN HAHN is an award-winning fantasy and suspense author best known for the Owl Creek, small town suspense series, and Hatched, a dragon adventure series. She discovered at a young age that the only thing more thrilling than reading fictional adventures was writing them herself, though it took the disruption from a global pandemic before she was driven to share her stories with the world.
Caren has a passion for writing intense stories without explicit content so they can be enjoyed by a wide audience. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest.
Caren has a passion for writing intense stories without explicit content so they can be enjoyed by a wide audience. She lives with her family in the Pacific Northwest.
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March 10, 2024
I LOVED this book. I was on the edge of my seat!
One of my favourite reading experiences is when the environment I am in is mirrored in the books I’m reading. LOST IN OWL CREEK is set in the Pacific Northwest in January; the dreary weather is setting the perfect mood for current weather in Southwest Washington state. The experience is so immersive, and pulls me right into this darkly intense, high-stakes story.
The main characters are likable, realistically flawed, down to earth folks who are struggling through post-divorce single parenthood and the trials of a demanding job. The characters, setting, and plot are so engaging and describe such deeply traumatic events that I feel like I’m reading about real people. These are people that I could be friends with, people I could go to church with. This is a breath-taking, edge-of-your-seat, deeply emotional, and well-written mystery series.
I love the interactions between main characters Val and Joel- those in-between moments of dialogue that I personally find so hard to write. I also love the way Caren Hahn described the relationship between Joel and Abby; she brought out the intense trust and loved required to step-parent a child.
One of my favourite reading experiences is when the environment I am in is mirrored in the books I’m reading. LOST IN OWL CREEK is set in the Pacific Northwest in January; the dreary weather is setting the perfect mood for current weather in Southwest Washington state. The experience is so immersive, and pulls me right into this darkly intense, high-stakes story.
The main characters are likable, realistically flawed, down to earth folks who are struggling through post-divorce single parenthood and the trials of a demanding job. The characters, setting, and plot are so engaging and describe such deeply traumatic events that I feel like I’m reading about real people. These are people that I could be friends with, people I could go to church with. This is a breath-taking, edge-of-your-seat, deeply emotional, and well-written mystery series.
I love the interactions between main characters Val and Joel- those in-between moments of dialogue that I personally find so hard to write. I also love the way Caren Hahn described the relationship between Joel and Abby; she brought out the intense trust and loved required to step-parent a child.
February 27, 2024
I was asked to be an ARC reader for this book. I was so excited to read it as soon as I did. I am completely invested in the characters of this series. I couldn't put it down! The characters are solid and the action is fast paced and descriptive. The subject matter is a hard subject to read about but its unfortunately something we hear about all too often. I believe it was dealt with realism and compassion. I was holding my breath in several parts in this book!
March 28, 2024
I love this book! Just the right amount of suspense, sadness and love. It is so well written and the description of the town, Owl Creek truly makes me feel like I am there with them. I got the same feeling when the author was describing Park City, Utah (one of my most favorite places in the whole world). I am sad that this series has come to an end! I could read about Val and Joel’s adventures always and forever!
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February 27, 2024
Ho.ly. Cow. She did it again. This book had me riveted, making me neglect nearly everything so I could get to the end so my heart would stop pounding. Lots of plot twists and unexpected things, hoping against hope that things will turn out the way you want them to. Loved it!
March 3, 2024
Another edge of your seat book by Caren! This one will keep your adrenaline pumping. Twists and turns and more! You can feel everything the characters are going through with her words! Could not put this one down!
March 1, 2024
Lost in Owl Creek by Caren Hahn
Amazing! This last book in the Owl Creek series does not disappoint! I was hooked from page one, following main characters Joel and Val through another fast paced story. I was wanting to read as fast as I could to devour the book, and also reading every single word to make the story last cause I didn't want it to end.
The characters feel like family, as a reader I'm cheering when good things happen and cringing when its bad. The plot and setting are great, we are familiar with Owl Creek by book Three, but we are taken to other parts of the country, and the settings are well described. I was honestly on the edge of my seat for most of this novel and couldn't put it down.
Caren Hahn is a fairly new author for me, but so glad I found her. I will be waiting for her next novel. Her writing style flows and books are wonderful to read. If you haven't read her books, now is the time!
Amazing! This last book in the Owl Creek series does not disappoint! I was hooked from page one, following main characters Joel and Val through another fast paced story. I was wanting to read as fast as I could to devour the book, and also reading every single word to make the story last cause I didn't want it to end.
The characters feel like family, as a reader I'm cheering when good things happen and cringing when its bad. The plot and setting are great, we are familiar with Owl Creek by book Three, but we are taken to other parts of the country, and the settings are well described. I was honestly on the edge of my seat for most of this novel and couldn't put it down.
Caren Hahn is a fairly new author for me, but so glad I found her. I will be waiting for her next novel. Her writing style flows and books are wonderful to read. If you haven't read her books, now is the time!
March 2, 2024
Get ready for another wild ride.
The final book of the Owl Creek series by Caryn Hahn is a page-turner.
Owl Creek is seeing way more than its fair share of crime and evil, making Val reconsider her choice to move back.
Things get way worse before they get better....
Get your chores done before March 12 because you won't want to put this one down.
The final book of the Owl Creek series by Caryn Hahn is a page-turner.
Owl Creek is seeing way more than its fair share of crime and evil, making Val reconsider her choice to move back.
Things get way worse before they get better....
Get your chores done before March 12 because you won't want to put this one down.
March 2, 2024
There is nothing like getting swept up in a page turning story. Caren always creates a perfect blend of plotting, well developed characters, chilling subject matter, and utterly addictive, can't get enough kind of a read. I always enjoy her books. She is incredibly talented.
March 4, 2024
Compelling suspense thriller.
Another incredible thriller in the Owl Creek series by Caren Hahn. After reading the first two suspense filled books Smoke Over Owl Creek and Hunt At Owl Creek, I was expecting
this one to carry on with the high paced, tense and compelling read, I was not disappointed. I was so gripped and drawn in to the traumatic events happening to and all around Val, Abby & Joel. Totally did not expect the outcome to this one, and so many twists. Loved the characters, superbly described as was the surroundings, gave an amazing vision of being there, seemed so real. I read all three in succession. If you like suspense thrillers, the Owl Creek series is for you. Recommend.
Another incredible thriller in the Owl Creek series by Caren Hahn. After reading the first two suspense filled books Smoke Over Owl Creek and Hunt At Owl Creek, I was expecting
this one to carry on with the high paced, tense and compelling read, I was not disappointed. I was so gripped and drawn in to the traumatic events happening to and all around Val, Abby & Joel. Totally did not expect the outcome to this one, and so many twists. Loved the characters, superbly described as was the surroundings, gave an amazing vision of being there, seemed so real. I read all three in succession. If you like suspense thrillers, the Owl Creek series is for you. Recommend.
March 9, 2024
Caren has written a screen-worthy epic that you won't be able to walk away from! If you have come this far in the Owl Creek trilogy then let me assure you, you won't be disappointed! Every time you think you have the mystery solved, she throws you another curve ball and leaves you questioning everything you think you know. Her dedication to building relatable, realistic characters that you feel like you know by the end of the journey is uncanny. Her scenes are ultra-realistic, and her attention do details make you feel the ambiance of the moment as if you are there in person. If you want a book that will keep you riveted, and give you all the feels at the same time, this is the one! This book does deal with a lot of traumatic events, but Caren always handles them with prudence. She is also consensuses enough to include a list of possibly problematic topics before the novel so you can use your own judgement in proceeding. It's a wonderful culmination of emotions and adventure, that draws to a beautiful conclusion the story of Owl Creek, in a way that will leave the fans of the series very satisfied!
February 26, 2024
Caren Hahn hit the ball out of the park again. In this final book of the Lost Creek series I was on the edge of my seat as the story unfolded. Plot twists and turns kept me reading long past bed time. As with Caren's other books, I was caught up in the story and the lives of the characters. Characters who are good people with flaws who overcome harrowing challenges. They learn to forgive themselves, others and trust after horrifying betrayal. Action and police work is portrayed without graphic violence or language.
I am a devoted fan and devour her books. I am part of the Advanced Reader group so received a copy to read and review in advance of the release date. I have purchased the book as well to support the author and have all 3 books in my library to enjoy again.
I am a devoted fan and devour her books. I am part of the Advanced Reader group so received a copy to read and review in advance of the release date. I have purchased the book as well to support the author and have all 3 books in my library to enjoy again.
March 15, 2024
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Be prepared to not put this book down and for past your bedtime reading!! Lost in Owl Creek is riveting right from the beginning!! It makes you want to hug your children even tighter and never let them go!! Val and Joel are characters who I fell in love with in the first two books and going through the horror of this storyline with them pulls at my heartstrings even more! Caren Hahn does an amazing job placing us right there in the middle of it all brilliantly!! Totally edge of the seat reading!!
Be prepared to not put this book down and for past your bedtime reading!! Lost in Owl Creek is riveting right from the beginning!! It makes you want to hug your children even tighter and never let them go!! Val and Joel are characters who I fell in love with in the first two books and going through the horror of this storyline with them pulls at my heartstrings even more! Caren Hahn does an amazing job placing us right there in the middle of it all brilliantly!! Totally edge of the seat reading!!
January 27, 2025
Read all 3 books in the series, plus 2 bonus episodes. You won’t go wrong in reading them all. After the first one, I downloaded and read them all one after the other! They held my interest that well. These were first I had read by this author, but I’m following her now and will read her other books.
April 18, 2025
This was a great conclusion to the series, where the shocked town hears about vanishing girls.
There were several lines of enquiry and red herrings - cleverly done.
The characters suited the plot, which was nicely twisty. I enjoyed the mystery and suspense.
Recommended.
There were several lines of enquiry and red herrings - cleverly done.
The characters suited the plot, which was nicely twisty. I enjoyed the mystery and suspense.
Recommended.
March 15, 2024
Loved this book! A great ending for the series. I couldn’t put it down and read every minute I had a chance. Caren is such a great writer and had me engrossed in the story and characters.
April 19, 2024
Wow! A thrilling conclusion to a stellar series. Definitely had me looking over my shoulder and double checking that my house was locked multiple times in the night.
May 18, 2024
What an ending for the owl creek series! Well-written and engaging from the very first page. Loved it!
September 18, 2024
WOW!!
A story that catches you on the first page and doesn’t cut loose until the twisting and turning last page
A story that catches you on the first page and doesn’t cut loose until the twisting and turning last page
November 6, 2024
Lost
This high quality suspense had me on the edge of my seat. The riveting danger is so detailed, it could be a true crime show.
This high quality suspense had me on the edge of my seat. The riveting danger is so detailed, it could be a true crime show.
March 12, 2024
Emotionally evocative, this story takes you through a gambit of feelings as the small town of Owl Creek searches for 3 little girls lost. But to Val, it's not just little girls lost, it's her little girl that's lost. Author Caren Hahn expertly weaves a tale of love and loss as we take one last journey with Val and Joel, who must rely on each other to get through the unimaginable. I loved the first two novel of this trilogy but Lost in Owl Creek is a step above and had me thinking of the story and its nuances even when I couldn't be between the pages. In fact, I just can't imagine this is the end for Val and Joel. I'll be watching out for a fourth book in this 'trilogy!' ;)
March 27, 2024
This is a, hug your babies, hold their hands tight, lock your doors, and practice situational awareness, kind of book! The third book in the Owl Creek series wastes no time jumping right into action, anxiety, and adrenaline. It will jumpstart your empathy and test your levels of vulnerability as you move through the story with the characters to search for those who are Lost in Owl Creek.
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