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Samantha Rite #2
Winds of Deception
Winds of Deception is the second book in the Samantha Rite Adventure Series. The mystery continues...
Since returning home recently from her never-to-be-forgotten cruise vacation, Samantha Rite has been busy trying to catch up at work and settle back into her normal day-to-day routine.
Little does she know her simple and quiet life is about to be thrown into turmoil as she has unknowingly become a pawn in a deadly game of deception.
As she desperately struggles to make sense of it all, she soon realizes that someone she loves more than life itself is now in danger as well.
Determined to do whatever is necessary to protect her loved ones, she vows to move heaven and earth to make sure they're safe!
Will Sam be able to weather the storm that's brewing on the horizon?
Since returning home recently from her never-to-be-forgotten cruise vacation, Samantha Rite has been busy trying to catch up at work and settle back into her normal day-to-day routine.
Little does she know her simple and quiet life is about to be thrown into turmoil as she has unknowingly become a pawn in a deadly game of deception.
As she desperately struggles to make sense of it all, she soon realizes that someone she loves more than life itself is now in danger as well.
Determined to do whatever is necessary to protect her loved ones, she vows to move heaven and earth to make sure they're safe!
Will Sam be able to weather the storm that's brewing on the horizon?
132 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 16, 2014
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Hope Callaghan
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Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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★ AMAZON BESTSELLING AUTHOR ★
★ 2017 Mom's Choice Award ★
Hope Callaghan is an American author who loves to write clean fiction books, especially Christian Mystery and Cozy Mystery books.
She has written more than 70 mystery books (and counting) in six series.
Born and raised in a small town in West Michigan, she now lives in Florida with her husband. She is the proud mother of 3 wonderful children.
When she's not doing the thing she loves best - writing books - she enjoys cooking, traveling and reading books.
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April 3, 2024
It’s ok
December 26, 2018
You know it's a good read when it takes you several chapters before it hits you,on yeah I read this before. I was disappointed so I kept on reading. Just as exciting as the first time.😁
I love Hope Callaghan 's books. I didn't recognize this series. So of course I bought it. I love the way she brings her faith to each book in comforting ways. The characters read like people I would love to add to my friends list. This was a quick paced story that I enjoyed.
I love Hope Callaghan 's books. I didn't recognize this series. So of course I bought it. I love the way she brings her faith to each book in comforting ways. The characters read like people I would love to add to my friends list. This was a quick paced story that I enjoyed.
January 10, 2019
Excellent adventure
As I said, there was amazing adventure more than half way through the book. The plot moved along rapidly. Then the climax and a lot of mushiness followed. I like undertones of romance, but this was a bit much. I'll continue reading Hope, though, and recommend this book for the amazing adventure!
As I said, there was amazing adventure more than half way through the book. The plot moved along rapidly. Then the climax and a lot of mushiness followed. I like undertones of romance, but this was a bit much. I'll continue reading Hope, though, and recommend this book for the amazing adventure!
January 14, 2019
read as part of Cozy Mysteries Collection: Home & Holiday Edition
really felt lost as if the story was a direct continuation of previous book. Characters were not really identified and you had only slim idea of connections. problems wrap up quickly and the story just stops to be continued in next novel....
unless you plan to read all 3 dont bother.
really felt lost as if the story was a direct continuation of previous book. Characters were not really identified and you had only slim idea of connections. problems wrap up quickly and the story just stops to be continued in next novel....
unless you plan to read all 3 dont bother.
June 8, 2019
How Does She Do?
How does Hope Callaghan write so many good books so fast?
You really do need to read this set in order. If you treat this as a stand-alone it will still be a good read, but you won't know what's going on. Callaghan is in her usual high form as she artfully leads you to suspect the wrong people.
How does Hope Callaghan write so many good books so fast?
You really do need to read this set in order. If you treat this as a stand-alone it will still be a good read, but you won't know what's going on. Callaghan is in her usual high form as she artfully leads you to suspect the wrong people.
June 20, 2021
The map
Sam is abducted, abductor wants to know where it is. She's rescued by Lee and Donovan. Lee tells her they need to find what the abductor hid in her luggage. Lee and Sam head to Florida and there is a hurricane on the way. This was a much improved story than the first one. I enjoyed reading it and getting to know the characters better.
Sam is abducted, abductor wants to know where it is. She's rescued by Lee and Donovan. Lee tells her they need to find what the abductor hid in her luggage. Lee and Sam head to Florida and there is a hurricane on the way. This was a much improved story than the first one. I enjoyed reading it and getting to know the characters better.
April 24, 2022
Book remains easy to listen to and follow along while working, just as Waves of Deception was. If you enjoy a good mystery and don't mind mention of religion (main character has strong Christian faith), then you'll definitely enjoy this series.
There is nothing wrong with this book but after finishing book 2, it's not for me.
There is nothing wrong with this book but after finishing book 2, it's not for me.
February 12, 2021
Good cozy mystery
This was a good mystery with suspense and romance and it wad a clean Christian novel. It helps if you read the first book in the series first and it was a great addition but the series.
This was a good mystery with suspense and romance and it wad a clean Christian novel. It helps if you read the first book in the series first and it was a great addition but the series.
February 11, 2024
Winds of deception
Hope has done it again! Right from the beginning she has your attention. Can't wait to see how Sam and Lee get together. Do they move and what about the treasure???
Hope has done it again! Right from the beginning she has your attention. Can't wait to see how Sam and Lee get together. Do they move and what about the treasure???
September 30, 2025
Another great book
The second in this series and follows directly from book one. Sam back from vacation is along with her,daughter drawn into danger. Well written story, a quick read that has great characters, an interesting plot and a few twists along the way.
The second in this series and follows directly from book one. Sam back from vacation is along with her,daughter drawn into danger. Well written story, a quick read that has great characters, an interesting plot and a few twists along the way.
October 18, 2017
How can one women get into so many scary situations? She's smart, sassy, strong and has attracted 2 good looking men. Will she pick the right one? Very good book.
October 31, 2017
This adventure was over way too soon! I enjoyed it while it lasted.
September 18, 2018
Great book
Great book, easy read. Nice mystery with good characters that you like to get to know. I will read more of these.
Great book, easy read. Nice mystery with good characters that you like to get to know. I will read more of these.
August 6, 2020
Samantha Rite Mystery book 2
This series has been very good. I’m enjoying it as much as I have the other series. I love the way she works the Bible verses in the books.
This series has been very good. I’m enjoying it as much as I have the other series. I love the way she works the Bible verses in the books.
January 26, 2022
1st time with this series
I'm a fan of other Hope Callaghan series. And looks like this is going to be another one. Likeable characters and a good story line.
I'm a fan of other Hope Callaghan series. And looks like this is going to be another one. Likeable characters and a good story line.
January 27, 2024
A map to a treasure??? Good luck Sam!!! I enjoyed this story and recommended the book.
September 24, 2024
3.5 I should have read the first book in the series. It was not on Libby.
June 24, 2015
This is the second book in the Deception trilogy written by Hope Callaghan. Sam returns from her cruise and the bad people come looking for her. This book continues with the great storyline and character development created in Book 1, and has twists and turns at every corner. The suspense keeps you on the edge of your seat, but there are moments of romance, devotion to family and friends, love of God and faith, plus LOL moments though out the book. As with all Ms. Callaghan’s books, this one contains no graphic violence, sexually explicit scenes or inappropriate language. I’m looking forward to reading the next book to see what happens to Sam, her family and new friends!
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
I received a copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
December 17, 2014
Sorry to say that I found this book just not very well written. Connection with the preceding book in the trilogy (which I had not read) was not adequately explained. The early part of the book was pretty promising, and I kept hoping the rest of the book would live up to that standard. Sadly it did not. I found, for the most part, that the book was just underdeveloped, with rough transitions. Frankly I don't understand the average 4-plus star rating this book has received (that rating is why I decided to read it in the first place), and I don't consider myself an overly harsh critic.
March 13, 2016
This is the first book in this series that I have read (though it is book #2 in its series) but I did not feel lost by not having read the first book. I have read other books by this author. In places, I found the writing a bit amateurish sounding or simplistic.
This book follows Samantha Rite after she returns from a cruise (on which she was taken hostage). Samantha's daughter and her friend have taken a trip to Florida using the same luggage that Samantha used. Little does Samantha know that something that was hidden in her luggage during the cruise has made her family a target!
This book follows Samantha Rite after she returns from a cruise (on which she was taken hostage). Samantha's daughter and her friend have taken a trip to Florida using the same luggage that Samantha used. Little does Samantha know that something that was hidden in her luggage during the cruise has made her family a target!
June 8, 2015
Love the this book better.
We continue Samantha' s adventure in this book but we the addition of daughter Brianna to the mix.The suspense keeps up to the last page.
I was glad to see Gabby make an appearance. Her flamboyant personality is refreshing and I hope to see her in the next book.
Now on to book 3.
We continue Samantha' s adventure in this book but we the addition of daughter Brianna to the mix.The suspense keeps up to the last page.
I was glad to see Gabby make an appearance. Her flamboyant personality is refreshing and I hope to see her in the next book.
Now on to book 3.
March 3, 2016
Exciting page turner
The continuing story of Sam becomes a real page turner as she fears she is being followed, developers close friendship and involves her daughter and her daughter's friend in her adventures. Very goodbread
The continuing story of Sam becomes a real page turner as she fears she is being followed, developers close friendship and involves her daughter and her daughter's friend in her adventures. Very goodbread
March 16, 2016
Another great book by Hope
This I s another great mystery by Hope. The story makes you feel as though you are a part of the action. You want to keep reading to find out what is going to happen. This is a book you will enjoy and I highly recommend it.
This I s another great mystery by Hope. The story makes you feel as though you are a part of the action. You want to keep reading to find out what is going to happen. This is a book you will enjoy and I highly recommend it.
July 19, 2016
Winds of Deception
Book two in the Samantha Rite mystery series. This is a continuation of the mystery in the first book with several of the characters returning. Samantha is in danger, but why, and what about her daughter who is on vacation with her best friend in Orlando.
Book two in the Samantha Rite mystery series. This is a continuation of the mystery in the first book with several of the characters returning. Samantha is in danger, but why, and what about her daughter who is on vacation with her best friend in Orlando.
September 28, 2016
A bit too short
The story was over before I was ready for it to end. Maybe I should have refreshed my memory on the previous book, then I would have seen the answer to the who-done-it part. Now on to book 3 while this one is still fresh in my memory!
The story was over before I was ready for it to end. Maybe I should have refreshed my memory on the previous book, then I would have seen the answer to the who-done-it part. Now on to book 3 while this one is still fresh in my memory!
February 5, 2015
Good
the story about how the evil criminals that are chasing this women and her daughter.she has no idea why someone would want to harm her.
the story about how the evil criminals that are chasing this women and her daughter.she has no idea why someone would want to harm her.
February 20, 2015
DIDN'T HOLD MY ATTENTION
Sorry but I think I LOST INTEREST IN THE STORY LINE ABOUT HALF WAY THROUGH THE BOOK. I JUST COULDN'T SEEM TO GET INTO IT AFTER THAT.
Sorry but I think I LOST INTEREST IN THE STORY LINE ABOUT HALF WAY THROUGH THE BOOK. I JUST COULDN'T SEEM TO GET INTO IT AFTER THAT.
March 28, 2015
Not as good as the previous one. I don't think I will bother with the third.
April 5, 2016
Thanks
These books give so much hope to me and I am sure to many other readers. Thanks for the inspiration and the b l blessings.
These books give so much hope to me and I am sure to many other readers. Thanks for the inspiration and the b l blessings.
April 5, 2017
This is the third of the author's series I have read but this is the one with the most obvious Christian witness. Loved all tbreeseries
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