The final book of Kimberley Woodhouse's Alaskan Cyber Hunters series delivers everything I love in Christian suspense: gripping tech drama, edge-of-your-seat intensity, and a powerful faith journey at its core. 70 North does more than just keep you glued to the pages—it pulls you deep into a battle where digital chaos meets God’s unshakable truth.
David “Mac” McPherson is a man on a mission. His thirst for justice (or maybe revenge?) has never felt more raw, and it’s not hard to see why. The monster who destroyed his family is back, ready to wreak havoc, and this time the stakes feel higher than ever. Sure, God says “vengeance is mine,” but when you’re staring evil in the face, it’s tempting to take matters into your own hands, isn’t it? Mac’s struggle is real—holding back when the world is telling you to fight for payback, and yet, hearing that still small voice reminding you who’s really in control. This book doesn’t shy away from that tough truth.
Enter Tracie Hunter. Surgeon by day, warrior of faith by night. Tracie’s past won’t stop haunting her, but she knows God has given her a second chance—and she’s determined to make the most of it. Her prayer, “God, I need Your help to put it behind me. Every time the memories or nightmares come, You’re the only one who can push them back. Help me to focus on the lives in front of me that need help. Guide my hands. Help me do everything to the very best of my ability. For You,” hit me straight in the heart. Isn’t that the cry we all have when our past or something that is on endless loops in our minds tries to pull us under? She’s a living example of Romans 12:1-2, constantly renewing her mind and offering herself as a living sacrifice for God’s work.
Speaking of tech, let me just say, the cybersecurity angle is spot on. Woodhouse doesn’t just throw in jargon for show. Every digital threat is realistic. The way she weaves in the realities of our modern tech-driven world makes you realize just how fragile things are when the wrong hands get ahold of the powerful tools. It’s all about trust – in God, in His timing, and in His justice – even in the midst of a tech-driven world. The villain in this story is as relentless as ever, but the real battle here? It’s spiritual.
Tracie’s prayer stood out to me: “When fear and despair try to take me down, Lord, help me to remember Your Word.” That’s it. That’s the heartbeat of this entire novel. In the face of fear, despair, and literal cyberterrorism, it’s God’s Word that anchors these characters—and us.
If you're into high-octane suspense that brings you to your knees in prayer and reminds you of God’s sovereignty in even the most tech-driven chaos, this book is for you. 70 North will challenge you to think about the battle between control and surrender, revenge and justice. It’ll keep you guessing, but more than that, it’ll point you back to Jesus, the One who sees all and holds everything—even our digital world—in His hands.
I received a digital ARC of 70 North from JustRead Publicity Tours, LLC. I am not required to write a positive review in any way or for any reason. My honest and unbiased opinions expressed in this book review are my own. My review focuses on the writing style, the pacing, and the story’s content, ensuring transparency and reliability.