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Faith on the Line #5
Peter's Return
HIS EX WAS BEING HELD HOSTAGE BY A KILLER...
But CIA agent Peter Vance has to protect the cover he's painstakingly constructed during their years apart - drug-cartel leader Baltasar Escalante believes Peter is a dealer. Planning Emily's escape is the only thing Peter can do for the woman he's never stopped loving, but the compassionate doctor refuses to bail when a dying little boy needs her specialized care.
When Escalante learns the deal is a trap, Peter and Emily find themselves on the run in the Venezuelan countryside. Can Peter save his former wife from the drug lord's wrath...and can he and Emily redeem the past?
299 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 1, 2004
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Cynthia Cooke
112 books277 followersCynthia Cooke is an acclaimed USA Today Bestselling author, with a prolific career spanning two decades. Since her debut in 2003, Cynthia has captivated readers worldwide with her compelling storytelling. With over 40 novels to her name, she has enchanted audiences in 12 different countries through her works published by esteemed houses such as Harlequin, Entangled Publishing, and Amazon Kindle Worlds.
Recognized for her mastery of heartwarming small-town romantic suspense, Cynthia fearlessly guides her readers along the razor's edge of anticipation and intrigue. Her immersive narratives leave no room for rest and take you on a thrilling journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat long into the night.
Take a leap of faith and immerse yourself in Cynthia Cooke's world, where the heart races, emotions soar, and love conquers all.
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Recognized for her mastery of heartwarming small-town romantic suspense, Cynthia fearlessly guides her readers along the razor's edge of anticipation and intrigue. Her immersive narratives leave no room for rest and take you on a thrilling journey that will keep you on the edge of your seat long into the night.
Take a leap of faith and immerse yourself in Cynthia Cooke's world, where the heart races, emotions soar, and love conquers all.
Twitter - https://twitter.com/CynthiaCooke5
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July 10, 2017
Avis, Central patron, July 2017, 5 stars:
Cynthia Cooke's novel Peter's Return is book five in a series about a team of investigators trying to take down a Venezuelan drug lord.
The main characters are Emily and Peter Vance, a couple who divorced because of the strain of Peter's job with the CIA. When Emily travels to a clinic in South America to serve with Doctors Without Borders, she and her colleague are kidnapped by drug kingpin, Baltasar Escalante.
Coincidentally, Peter has been on assignment for three years trying to get close to Escalante, and runs into Emily as she cares for Escalante's dying son. Old feelings are rekindled as they try to escape from Venezuela.
This story is full of adventure. Set in the middle of the jungle, the protagonists are faced with everything from hungry jaguars to grenade-launching thugs as they try to make it back to the United States. In the midst of very real physical danger, both characters also have to face the barriers and wounds that have kept them distant from God and each other. It is a story of second chances, listening to and trusting God, and overcoming fear.
Very well written, action-packed with just the right amount of spiritual turmoil and resolution. A great read for suspense lovers.
Cynthia Cooke's novel Peter's Return is book five in a series about a team of investigators trying to take down a Venezuelan drug lord.
The main characters are Emily and Peter Vance, a couple who divorced because of the strain of Peter's job with the CIA. When Emily travels to a clinic in South America to serve with Doctors Without Borders, she and her colleague are kidnapped by drug kingpin, Baltasar Escalante.
Coincidentally, Peter has been on assignment for three years trying to get close to Escalante, and runs into Emily as she cares for Escalante's dying son. Old feelings are rekindled as they try to escape from Venezuela.
This story is full of adventure. Set in the middle of the jungle, the protagonists are faced with everything from hungry jaguars to grenade-launching thugs as they try to make it back to the United States. In the midst of very real physical danger, both characters also have to face the barriers and wounds that have kept them distant from God and each other. It is a story of second chances, listening to and trusting God, and overcoming fear.
Very well written, action-packed with just the right amount of spiritual turmoil and resolution. A great read for suspense lovers.
December 10, 2010
Book 5 of Faith on the Line brings us into the Venezuela jungles.
This book is quite action packed.
As Dr Emily Armstrong and Dr Robert Fletcher land in Venezuela to work at the Doctor's Without Borders Clinic they find themselves on the wrong route. It don't take long to realize they have been kidnapped.
Emily had divorced her husband three years ago because she was so lacking in adventure that she could not handle Peter Vance's CIA job. Not knowing where he was or when he would return again. After an explosion where he almost lost his life, she left him.
Brought to a drug lords compound to care for his young son dying, Emily is shocked to see Peter. They had not known in three years if he was dead or alive, there had been no contact.
This story includes Jaguar's and snakes and extremely large spiders. I can wear you out reading it!
Great story. Ready to read book six where it all comes together.
This book is quite action packed.
As Dr Emily Armstrong and Dr Robert Fletcher land in Venezuela to work at the Doctor's Without Borders Clinic they find themselves on the wrong route. It don't take long to realize they have been kidnapped.
Emily had divorced her husband three years ago because she was so lacking in adventure that she could not handle Peter Vance's CIA job. Not knowing where he was or when he would return again. After an explosion where he almost lost his life, she left him.
Brought to a drug lords compound to care for his young son dying, Emily is shocked to see Peter. They had not known in three years if he was dead or alive, there had been no contact.
This story includes Jaguar's and snakes and extremely large spiders. I can wear you out reading it!
Great story. Ready to read book six where it all comes together.
March 23, 2009
again, love how this series DOES unravel parts of the mystery, yet keeps you hanging looking for more! you TRULY get invested in the characters, and i love that they're intertwined
October 27, 2018
This is the 4th book I read by Cynthia Cooke. I loved ❤ this book's storyline. This book's storyline was sad 😢. I loved ❤ the Christian theme in this story. I loved ❤ Emily's character. I loved ❤ Peter's character. I loved ❤ Marco's character. My heart broke 💔 for Marco. The ending was shocking. Awesome job Ms. Cooke.
January 31, 2025
Security is one of life‘s necessities.
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September 10, 2014
Decent romantic suspense LI--Interesting international setting.
July 8, 2018
Exciting and sweet.
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