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Silent Hunter
Edge of Survival
Trapped on a deserted island and targeted by a deadly hunter, camp director Nicky Trailer must turn to the one man she vowed never to forgive. Luke Wolf abandoned her without a word years ago and crushed her girlhood dreams. When he suddenly returns to help her save her beloved summer camp, she doesn't want to forgive and forget. But with the mysterious hunter picking off campers one by one, Luke is the only one who can help her get off the island. With danger stalking their every move, can Luke and Nicky move beyond their past and work together to survive?
Trapped on a deserted island and targeted by a deadly hunter, camp director Nicky Trailer must turn to the one man she vowed never to forgive. Luke Wolf abandoned her without a word years ago and crushed her girlhood dreams. When he suddenly returns to help her save her beloved summer camp, she doesn't want to forgive and forget. But with the mysterious hunter picking off campers one by one, Luke is the only one who can help her get off the island. With danger stalking their every move, can Luke and Nicky move beyond their past and work together to survive?
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 30, 2015
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Maggie K. Black
147 books108 followersMaggie K. Black is an award-winning journalist with a thirst for adventure. She's lived in the American South, Europe and Middle East, and left a piece of her heart in each. She now makes her home in Canada, where she writes stories that make her heart race, chases her dog around the park and shares her adventures with her one true love and and their two daughters.
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October 27, 2015
Suspense was really great. But I have given only 4 stars bcos in every chapter heroine's "eyes would fill with tears" which was really annoying to read and hero had a really common theme where he thinks that since his parents were bad and their blood runs in his veins then he is also bad and not good enough for the heroine.
May 14, 2017
I once heard a preacher talk about sex. He had a few outlines about it. He stated that, according to the Bible, sex was created by God. It was meant to be good (I don’t know if he meant beneficial or pleasurable; you can make up your own mind.). It was also meant to be holy.
All this was news to me. I’d always thought the God of the Old Testament considered fornication was wickedness, an evil to be endured by women and acted upon by men as a kind of duty. I don’t care whether holy men believe that sex is wicked or wonderful because I’m an atheist. It’s all just mumbo-jumbo spouted by people talking to their invisible friend, as far as I’m concerned.
But I’ve noticed something about this thinking in romance novels. Whenever there are a lot of people talking about God, thinking about God, praying silently to God or calling out to that deity when they’re in trouble or giving thanks, it means there’s going to be no sex. There may be a lot of sexual tension but actual sexual activity is going to be avoided like a pool of toxic waste.
This novel falls into that category. Only ten pages into the book and the female protagonist is calling on the Lord to help someone she thinks is in trouble. I was willing to let that slide. But less than ten pages later, she falls to her knees and silently calls on the Lord again. Uh oh.
From then on, it’s just one mention of God after another. It’s not on every page, thank goodness, but there’s just enough of it to prove irksome. It’s like buying a really gorgeous designer dress only to have the straps itching because you have a mild allergic reaction to the fabric.
The novel itself deals with mysterious attacks on a camp and murders from a masked assailant who uses bows and arrows. Because of all the near-death experiences, drugging and violence, it makes sense that the two romantic leads don’t tumble into bed. It’s aggravating to read about those kind of monkeyshines in other suspense novels when danger looms so I was pleased not to have it here.
But the constant sprinkling of “God” this and “Lord” that is an additional flashing neon sign that no sex will be indulged in here and I disliked it. It reinforces the antiquated notion that Biblical religion and human sexuality don’t mix. If this is the kind of novel that interests you, then praise the Lord and pass the biscuits. Otherwise, throw it in the trash and reach for your vibrator.
All this was news to me. I’d always thought the God of the Old Testament considered fornication was wickedness, an evil to be endured by women and acted upon by men as a kind of duty. I don’t care whether holy men believe that sex is wicked or wonderful because I’m an atheist. It’s all just mumbo-jumbo spouted by people talking to their invisible friend, as far as I’m concerned.
But I’ve noticed something about this thinking in romance novels. Whenever there are a lot of people talking about God, thinking about God, praying silently to God or calling out to that deity when they’re in trouble or giving thanks, it means there’s going to be no sex. There may be a lot of sexual tension but actual sexual activity is going to be avoided like a pool of toxic waste.
This novel falls into that category. Only ten pages into the book and the female protagonist is calling on the Lord to help someone she thinks is in trouble. I was willing to let that slide. But less than ten pages later, she falls to her knees and silently calls on the Lord again. Uh oh.
From then on, it’s just one mention of God after another. It’s not on every page, thank goodness, but there’s just enough of it to prove irksome. It’s like buying a really gorgeous designer dress only to have the straps itching because you have a mild allergic reaction to the fabric.
The novel itself deals with mysterious attacks on a camp and murders from a masked assailant who uses bows and arrows. Because of all the near-death experiences, drugging and violence, it makes sense that the two romantic leads don’t tumble into bed. It’s aggravating to read about those kind of monkeyshines in other suspense novels when danger looms so I was pleased not to have it here.
But the constant sprinkling of “God” this and “Lord” that is an additional flashing neon sign that no sex will be indulged in here and I disliked it. It reinforces the antiquated notion that Biblical religion and human sexuality don’t mix. If this is the kind of novel that interests you, then praise the Lord and pass the biscuits. Otherwise, throw it in the trash and reach for your vibrator.
May 17, 2015
From the back cover: Trapped on a deserted island and targeted by a deadly hunter, camp director Nicky Trailer must turn to the one man she vowed never to forgive. Luke Wolf abandoned her without a word years ago and crushed her girlhood dreams. When he suddenly returns to help her save her beloved summer camp, she doesn't want to forgive and forget. But with the mysterious hunter picking off campers one by one, Luke is the only one who can help her get off the island. With danger stalking their every move, can Luke and Nicky move beyond their past and work together to survive?
I have been reading many Christian Suspense books lately (I’ve been given the books). This is a good one. The book is full of suspense from the fire at the beginning of the book to the end. Nicky is trying to help save the camp where she went as a young girl and now works. There have been problems at the camp including a fire that nearly killed her and the owner. She has decided to still take a group of potential investors on a camping/canoeing outing with a man she’s not certain she trusts. As they are camping/canoeing some of the investors are ‘picked off’ (killed one by one). I did figure out who was the Hunter a head of time, but it is a very good book. This is a fast read, but suspenseful. No sex, just some kissing-no swearing.
I have been reading many Christian Suspense books lately (I’ve been given the books). This is a good one. The book is full of suspense from the fire at the beginning of the book to the end. Nicky is trying to help save the camp where she went as a young girl and now works. There have been problems at the camp including a fire that nearly killed her and the owner. She has decided to still take a group of potential investors on a camping/canoeing outing with a man she’s not certain she trusts. As they are camping/canoeing some of the investors are ‘picked off’ (killed one by one). I did figure out who was the Hunter a head of time, but it is a very good book. This is a fast read, but suspenseful. No sex, just some kissing-no swearing.
April 19, 2015
What a white knuckle page turner this book was! It was chock full of suspense and had me guessing up until the end who The Hunter was. It was a game of cat and mouse, The Hunter and the hunted.
Camp Spirit is a camp that helps kids who are struggling both with issues in life and helps kids who families are financially struggling as well. Nicky Trailer has been helping at the camp since she was a young girl. She is now the head outdoor guide at the camp. She had her heart broken by Luke Wolfe a young man she met at the camp.
George the camp director has been struggling financially and he hopes to lure investors to financially bail out the camp.He invites a group of hand picked investors to join in learning about the camp during a camping adventure over a week end.
Mayhem ensues on the island when so many incidents happen to Nicky, Luke and the investors. Attacks, poisoning,destruction and murder come in rapid succession.
The story also shows that one event in your past does not have to define your future. The book is faith based and reminds us that God loves and forgives us no matter what.
Nicky and Luke learn important lessons about life, love and each other.
Camp Spirit is a camp that helps kids who are struggling both with issues in life and helps kids who families are financially struggling as well. Nicky Trailer has been helping at the camp since she was a young girl. She is now the head outdoor guide at the camp. She had her heart broken by Luke Wolfe a young man she met at the camp.
George the camp director has been struggling financially and he hopes to lure investors to financially bail out the camp.He invites a group of hand picked investors to join in learning about the camp during a camping adventure over a week end.
Mayhem ensues on the island when so many incidents happen to Nicky, Luke and the investors. Attacks, poisoning,destruction and murder come in rapid succession.
The story also shows that one event in your past does not have to define your future. The book is faith based and reminds us that God loves and forgives us no matter what.
Nicky and Luke learn important lessons about life, love and each other.
January 30, 2015
A hair-raising read full of intrigue and action. This one is a page-turner for sure. Never mind the awkward reunion between Nicky and Luke which kept me on emotional tenterhooks, it's the sinister danger stalking them that made this a not-to-be-put-down read. I was right there with the hero and heroine, trying to outsmart a stalker intent on playing a lethal game of cat and mouse. Diabolical mayhem ensues with a host of potential suspects that made it next to impossible to figure everything out. A gripping read that went by much too quickly.
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January 12, 2016"The bold characters demonstrate that God can always use our past hurts and trials to help others, as is clearly demonstrated in Luke’s character. His struggles are realistic and relatable" RT Book Reviews, 4 stars).
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January 12, 2016received 4 stars @ RT Book Reviews
March 12, 2015
Fast moving & unique plot! The hero annoyed me slightly at the end but it wrapped up well!
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