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Disappearance in Alaska: A Christian Romantic Suspense Story – An Alaskan Wilderness Mystery Romance
A kidnapper will stop at nothing
to silence the only witness.
The last thing Ava Kindred remembers before being thrown off a cliff and left for dead in the Alaskan wilderness is witnessing her friend’s abduction. And when she’s saved by local police chief Mark Tremblay, she enlists his help to track her down. Except no trace of this woman’s existence can be found and their search only leads to dead ends. But they can’t deny that Ava’s life is in danger. With time running out and unknown enemies just steps behind, can they discover what really happened before Ava’s permanently silenced?
From Love Inspired Courage. Danger. Faith.
to silence the only witness.
The last thing Ava Kindred remembers before being thrown off a cliff and left for dead in the Alaskan wilderness is witnessing her friend’s abduction. And when she’s saved by local police chief Mark Tremblay, she enlists his help to track her down. Except no trace of this woman’s existence can be found and their search only leads to dead ends. But they can’t deny that Ava’s life is in danger. With time running out and unknown enemies just steps behind, can they discover what really happened before Ava’s permanently silenced?
From Love Inspired Courage. Danger. Faith.
272 pages, Mass Market Paperback
Published September 30, 2025
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Elisabeth Rees
40 books36 followersI am an author for Harlequin's Love Inspired Suspense series. If you enjoy fast paced romance with a dash of Christian faith then dive right in.
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December 11, 2025
I could not imagine people not believing me, and wanting to commit me.
September 9, 2025
Disappearance in Alaska carried me into a world of danger and devotion, where faith becomes the lifeline in every shadow. Elisabeth Rees writes with such conviction that even the stillness between scenes feels alive with meaning. The pacing grips, but it’s the heart of this story that holds.
Jennifer Sun Bell’s narration is extraordinary. She gives voice to Ava’s confusion, courage, and steady resolve … every breath weighted with fear and faith. Through her performance, the wilderness felt vast, the silence heavy, and the hope unbroken.
Chief Mark Tremblay’s journey left a deep ache … the kind that only grace can touch. His protectiveness, his grief, his search for peace all reflect how mercy restores what guilt has tried to destroy.
Faith lingers through every danger, every unanswered question, every prayer whispered in the dark. I felt it in the pauses, in the still moments when trust becomes the only path forward.
This is suspense written with soul … powerful, redemptive, and unforgettable. Elisabeth Rees has given us a story that reminds the heart what it means to be held by God, even in the coldest places.
I received a digital audio ARC from the publisher via NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review nor paid to do so. This is my honest and unbiased review. My thoughts and opinions expressed in this book review are my own. My review focuses on the great writing, engaging narration, and the story’s wonderful content, ensuring transparency and reliability.
Jennifer Sun Bell’s narration is extraordinary. She gives voice to Ava’s confusion, courage, and steady resolve … every breath weighted with fear and faith. Through her performance, the wilderness felt vast, the silence heavy, and the hope unbroken.
Chief Mark Tremblay’s journey left a deep ache … the kind that only grace can touch. His protectiveness, his grief, his search for peace all reflect how mercy restores what guilt has tried to destroy.
Faith lingers through every danger, every unanswered question, every prayer whispered in the dark. I felt it in the pauses, in the still moments when trust becomes the only path forward.
This is suspense written with soul … powerful, redemptive, and unforgettable. Elisabeth Rees has given us a story that reminds the heart what it means to be held by God, even in the coldest places.
I received a digital audio ARC from the publisher via NetGalley. I am not required to write a positive review nor paid to do so. This is my honest and unbiased review. My thoughts and opinions expressed in this book review are my own. My review focuses on the great writing, engaging narration, and the story’s wonderful content, ensuring transparency and reliability.
November 6, 2025
A pretty good mystery set in a small town in Alaska, Ava who is one of the main characters of the story is tenacious and courageous never giving up on finding her abducted friend. The book has a bit of religious undertones in it which I didn't realize but all in all it's a good story and it has its happy ending for all.
September 18, 2025
Another compulsive romantic suspense from Elisabeth Rees! And this one has a kinda psychological thriller vibe that is so compelling! Ava’s desperation is palpable, her confusion heartbreaking and her struggle to find someone she can trust amps up the tension that much more.
Mark is a hyperviligent sheriff who finds uncanny parallels between Ava’s situation and the way his sister died. He’s struggling with grief and misplaced guilt and is determined he won’t fail Ava the way he did his sister. His journey towards acceptance and closure is so moving and provides a lovely inspirational component to the story.
The action and danger is nonstop and there’s an aspect of the suspense that makes it even edgier. (I can’t say more without posting spoilers and I’d never do that!) Just know this book is chockfull of compulsive page-turning goodness from start to finish!
Or, in my case, compulsive listening since I enjoyed the audio edition of ‘Disappearance in Alaska’ narrated by Jennifer Sun Bell. She captured all the tension and drama perfectly which made for a wonderful listening experience.
My thanks to Harlequin Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio edition of this book.
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Mark is a hyperviligent sheriff who finds uncanny parallels between Ava’s situation and the way his sister died. He’s struggling with grief and misplaced guilt and is determined he won’t fail Ava the way he did his sister. His journey towards acceptance and closure is so moving and provides a lovely inspirational component to the story.
The action and danger is nonstop and there’s an aspect of the suspense that makes it even edgier. (I can’t say more without posting spoilers and I’d never do that!) Just know this book is chockfull of compulsive page-turning goodness from start to finish!
Or, in my case, compulsive listening since I enjoyed the audio edition of ‘Disappearance in Alaska’ narrated by Jennifer Sun Bell. She captured all the tension and drama perfectly which made for a wonderful listening experience.
My thanks to Harlequin Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio edition of this book.
https://kavsbestreads.ca/2025/09/18/d...
October 2, 2026
Don’t Bother
This book was written without informed editing. Many aspects were indeed untrue. The book is also trite and extremely repetitive.
First of all, involuntary admission to a psychiatric facility or hospital is very rare given today’s laws in America. I am a clinical psychologist and any psychiatric evaluation is still subject to bias and interpretation by the one administering the testing.
Next, the person admitted must be a partner in the decision making process. They must give informed consent and can always refuse treatment. The assumption that they have a complete loss of self-determination is another issue. In our heroines case she had more than self determination and the threat to hospitalize her ignored her rights. This could easily be fought with legal assistance. Additional psychological testing by a person chosen by the “patient” can always be requested. That Dr. should have lost his license!
The idea that our heroine could be thrown with force over the steep overhang and survived without broken bones is overly dramatic and not believable. All of her escapes from death without proper police training are simply impossible. It is very difficult, if not impossible to avoid the many attempts on her life.
This book was written without informed editing. Many aspects were indeed untrue. The book is also trite and extremely repetitive.
First of all, involuntary admission to a psychiatric facility or hospital is very rare given today’s laws in America. I am a clinical psychologist and any psychiatric evaluation is still subject to bias and interpretation by the one administering the testing.
Next, the person admitted must be a partner in the decision making process. They must give informed consent and can always refuse treatment. The assumption that they have a complete loss of self-determination is another issue. In our heroines case she had more than self determination and the threat to hospitalize her ignored her rights. This could easily be fought with legal assistance. Additional psychological testing by a person chosen by the “patient” can always be requested. That Dr. should have lost his license!
The idea that our heroine could be thrown with force over the steep overhang and survived without broken bones is overly dramatic and not believable. All of her escapes from death without proper police training are simply impossible. It is very difficult, if not impossible to avoid the many attempts on her life.
September 26, 2025
This audiobook grabs the reader’s attention from the moment it starts and belongs to Ava Kindred and Mark Trembley.
Ava was biking around Alaska when she met a Selena and decided to bike together. Five days after their meeting while biking , Selena is kidnapped. Trying to save her friend, one of the kidnappers grabs Ava and throws her over the cliff, miraculously surviving.
In the hospital she tries to get the doctors and the chief of police, Mark, to believe her story. But it seems they all think her story is a result of the trauma, even when multiple attempts to her life are made.
When finally Mark believes her , he’s determined to keep her safe. But the danger continues to escalate.
Who and why was Selena kidnapped? Will they be able to keep Ava safe?
This was an engaging clean, Christian suspense romance with likable main characters.
I was entrusted a copy of this audiobook by Netgalley and Harlequin Audio.
Ava was biking around Alaska when she met a Selena and decided to bike together. Five days after their meeting while biking , Selena is kidnapped. Trying to save her friend, one of the kidnappers grabs Ava and throws her over the cliff, miraculously surviving.
In the hospital she tries to get the doctors and the chief of police, Mark, to believe her story. But it seems they all think her story is a result of the trauma, even when multiple attempts to her life are made.
When finally Mark believes her , he’s determined to keep her safe. But the danger continues to escalate.
Who and why was Selena kidnapped? Will they be able to keep Ava safe?
This was an engaging clean, Christian suspense romance with likable main characters.
I was entrusted a copy of this audiobook by Netgalley and Harlequin Audio.
October 26, 2025
Disappearance in Alaska by Elisabeth Rees is a stand alone "cozy mystery" from Love Inspired Suspense.
Think of "Lifetime" movie meets a book and that sums up this read. Imagine backpacking/riding a bike through Alaska as a way to come to terms the tragic loss of your entire family 7 months prior. Then, imagine, making a very good friend along this journey and while on this journey - you witness your new friend's abduction and the "bad guy" throwing you off a cliff.
This is Ava Kindred's current state. Barely alive, caught in a tree, local police chief Mark Tremblay, saves her. Barely alive, she whispers over and over, save her, save Salena.
Now, imagine, everyone telling you, Salena isn't real, that your concussion and the loss of your family - that your brain is making this all up. Now, some one is after you, trying to kill you, but everyone says you are doing this to yourself. What's real? Is this like "A Beautiful Mind" or is something more sinister happening in Alaska?
Think of "Lifetime" movie meets a book and that sums up this read. Imagine backpacking/riding a bike through Alaska as a way to come to terms the tragic loss of your entire family 7 months prior. Then, imagine, making a very good friend along this journey and while on this journey - you witness your new friend's abduction and the "bad guy" throwing you off a cliff.
This is Ava Kindred's current state. Barely alive, caught in a tree, local police chief Mark Tremblay, saves her. Barely alive, she whispers over and over, save her, save Salena.
Now, imagine, everyone telling you, Salena isn't real, that your concussion and the loss of your family - that your brain is making this all up. Now, some one is after you, trying to kill you, but everyone says you are doing this to yourself. What's real? Is this like "A Beautiful Mind" or is something more sinister happening in Alaska?
September 22, 2025
What do you do when your friend is abducted, you're thrown off a cliff, and nobody believes you? That's what happens to Ava. With a fierceness to determine what has happened to her friend, she encounters angst and danger, but slowly the police chief, Mark, starts to believe her.
Mark is overprotective of Ava due to something that happened in the past, but Ava is able to help him to cope with it better and she discovers that maybe she doesn't want to be alone.
This book is definitely a thriller, with nonstop action, a bit of faith, and a whole lot of community involvement. If you're looking for a fast paced, totally enjoyable, bingeable read, definitely pick this one up. I can't wait to read more books from this author!
Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.
Mark is overprotective of Ava due to something that happened in the past, but Ava is able to help him to cope with it better and she discovers that maybe she doesn't want to be alone.
This book is definitely a thriller, with nonstop action, a bit of faith, and a whole lot of community involvement. If you're looking for a fast paced, totally enjoyable, bingeable read, definitely pick this one up. I can't wait to read more books from this author!
Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for an ARC of this book.
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February 15, 2026Ava’s new friend has been kidnapped and the only one who is certain that Selina even exists is Ava. The doctors are convinced she is imagining up her friend and the kidnapping. The local police chief is willing to investigate, but even he is unsure whether to believe Ava. I really liked the mystery element of this story. The characters were pretty likeable, although Ava’s dangerous behaviours were a bit frustrating at times.
September 6, 2025
This book had me hooked from the first page. I didn't want to put it down until I finished it! A captivating story that will have you on the edge of your seat until the last page! I also enjoyed how the narrator brought this story to life!
I received an audio ARC through Netgalley and all opinions are my own.
I received an audio ARC through Netgalley and all opinions are my own.
September 9, 2025
Disappearance in Alaska by Elisabeth Rees, narrated by Jennifer Sun Bell. Suspenseful, mystery romance. Great depth of characters. Was hooked from the first and wanted to continue to listen to the story. Great narration. Thank you to #NetGalley and #Harlequin Audio. Releases Sept 30, 2025
September 21, 2025
A sweet romance that was able to sprout from a crime that didn’t seem plausible. Love the determination, the tenacity and the trust!
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for this advanced audio copy!
Thank you to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for this advanced audio copy!
September 24, 2025
Can be read as a standalone.
He's the local sheriff.
She's been traveling and new to the area.
New friend found only to be forcefully taken.
Left for dead
Accused of being mentally unstable
Multiple murder attempts
Major plot twists
He's the local sheriff.
She's been traveling and new to the area.
New friend found only to be forcefully taken.
Left for dead
Accused of being mentally unstable
Multiple murder attempts
Major plot twists
October 23, 2025
This book was definitely fast paced and action packed, so it could be good if you’re in a major slump or something. However, it had every single cliche known to man in the story and the love story aspect was just plain weird as the MMC called the FMC by his sister’s name several times..
October 2, 2025
Quick easy read with a couple of surprises thrown in.
January 18, 2026
Full of action and adventure! I loved reading about the loyalty the characters had to each other. The outcome was not predictable and there were lots of surprises. Great book!
February 7, 2026
Questa storia mi è piaciuta, ma non mi ha convinto. Ho capito quasi subito cosa c'era dietro al rapimento e uno dei colpevoli era ovvio; poi non sono molto entrata in sintonia coi due protagonisti.
September 9, 2025
This is a Romantic Suspense. I read this book by listening to the audiobook, and I really enjoyed the audiobook for this book. I got pulled it to this story for the first page, and I did not want to put this book down. I read this book in one sitting because I was so into this book. I loved this book so much, and I loved getting to know the characters. I received an ARC of this book. This review is my own honest opinion about the book like all my reviews are.
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