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Way of the Raven
Two Converging Paths…
NYC editor David Wappelhorst has everything going for him except what he’s wanted in life. Concerned he’s waited too long to pursue his dream of writing a bestseller, he ditches his prestigious career and relocates to his hometown.
After witnessing a murder and given a new identity, Megan Summers finds herself in a Podunk Pennsylvanian town far away from family. Stunned with grief, she wonders if it’s possible to rebuild her life. A nearby abandoned brick house with a grim history lends more unease to her situation. Has she escaped one deadly past to live in the shadow of another?
David is intrigued by crossing Megan’s path. Why does she seem familiar? And by meeting her has his desire turned tragically unattainable?
NYC editor David Wappelhorst has everything going for him except what he’s wanted in life. Concerned he’s waited too long to pursue his dream of writing a bestseller, he ditches his prestigious career and relocates to his hometown.
After witnessing a murder and given a new identity, Megan Summers finds herself in a Podunk Pennsylvanian town far away from family. Stunned with grief, she wonders if it’s possible to rebuild her life. A nearby abandoned brick house with a grim history lends more unease to her situation. Has she escaped one deadly past to live in the shadow of another?
David is intrigued by crossing Megan’s path. Why does she seem familiar? And by meeting her has his desire turned tragically unattainable?
255 pages, ebook
First published July 1, 2017
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About the author
Jackie Zack
17 books176 followersJackie Zack loves to read and grew up reading Phyllis A. Whitney, Victoria Holt, Agatha Christie, and many others. A member of American Christian Fiction Writers, Jackie has spent many years studying and practicing the craft of writing. Her light-hearted novels include a mix of romance, comedy, and suspense along with faith without being preachy. She loves serving up her special blend of entertainment and hopes it will bring much enjoyment to the reader.
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June 15, 2018
An interesting read. There were times when I wasn't so sure about this read. There are moments that are dark and kinda creepy, but only a couple of times. Personally I also found myself wanting more mention of The Lord, Bible verses, and prayer. But when Faith is mentioned I really enjoyed it and there were times I really liked this book. The characters are will developed and they're very likable. The plot is unique and entertaining. There were sometimes I wondered were the story was going, and there are still somethings that I'm not quite sure I got. :/ Plus a few things that didn't get fully explained. Overall I felt this was a quirky read, but I loved the characters and the ending!
Songs: "Miracle" by Unspoken, "Amazing Grace",
Songs etc. May be changed and/or added in the future. ~ASC
Jeremiah 29:11
~ASC
*I received this book for the purpose of reviewing it. This in no way affected my opinion and the above are my true thoughts and feelings about Way of the Raven. ~ASC
Songs: "Miracle" by Unspoken, "Amazing Grace",
Songs etc. May be changed and/or added in the future. ~ASC
Jeremiah 29:11
~ASC
*I received this book for the purpose of reviewing it. This in no way affected my opinion and the above are my true thoughts and feelings about Way of the Raven. ~ASC
December 12, 2018
This was a great suspenseful romantic mystery! Lots of complex characters with equally complex and intriguing storylines. This was a new author to me, but it will definitely not be the last book I read by her. I was blessed to receive this book in a Goodreads giveaway! Well worth entering!
August 8, 2017
I've read all of Jackie Zack's books and find them delightful. They are not your run-of-the-mill Christian romances. This book did not disappoint me. Easy to read and full of excitement and surprises. There's a very good suspense element the more you get into the story. A great clean read.
July 30, 2017
Good book
At first I didn't know if I would like this book but it got interesting and a lot of suspense soon followed. I would definitely read more from this author.
At first I didn't know if I would like this book but it got interesting and a lot of suspense soon followed. I would definitely read more from this author.
March 30, 2023
What is the chance that a former New York City editor who wants to be a successful published author and a young lady who witnessed a murder will accidentally connect with each other in the new town each calls home?
David Wappelhorst is a successful editor, but his work gets in the way of allowing him to fulfill his dream of writing a novel. Megan Summers relocates to Pennsylvania when she joins the witness protection program.
The two quickly become friends in spite of their age difference. Together they take on the challenge of solving a local mystery…and find themselves in situations that are likely to make your spine tingle.
The author does a wonderful job of making her reader get to know and like both David and Megan and feel an equal disdain for some of her intentionally less likeable characters. This reader certainly smiled at the inclusion of animals in the story.
Be prepared for your sweet tooth to kick in as you read about the delectable goodies that Megan prepares for the church bake sale.
Many thanks to Jackie Zack for my copy of this book. She selected my name in a random drawing as part of a Facebook group contest. No promise of a review was made by me or requested by the author.
David Wappelhorst is a successful editor, but his work gets in the way of allowing him to fulfill his dream of writing a novel. Megan Summers relocates to Pennsylvania when she joins the witness protection program.
The two quickly become friends in spite of their age difference. Together they take on the challenge of solving a local mystery…and find themselves in situations that are likely to make your spine tingle.
The author does a wonderful job of making her reader get to know and like both David and Megan and feel an equal disdain for some of her intentionally less likeable characters. This reader certainly smiled at the inclusion of animals in the story.
Be prepared for your sweet tooth to kick in as you read about the delectable goodies that Megan prepares for the church bake sale.
Many thanks to Jackie Zack for my copy of this book. She selected my name in a random drawing as part of a Facebook group contest. No promise of a review was made by me or requested by the author.
December 15, 2022
Mystery and romance
As I read this book, I was swiftly caught up in the mystery, romance and suspense.
The author successfully developed the main characters whose relationship grew from friendship to love as they set out to unravel the truth behind rumors pointing to murder. The suspense builds as you follow their fragile relationship, a local mystery, and secrets of their own.
Some questions were left unanswered, and I think the ending was somewhat abrupt. But overall, I enjoyed the book and recommend it. Note, the story incorporates an underlying religious theme.
As I read this book, I was swiftly caught up in the mystery, romance and suspense.
The author successfully developed the main characters whose relationship grew from friendship to love as they set out to unravel the truth behind rumors pointing to murder. The suspense builds as you follow their fragile relationship, a local mystery, and secrets of their own.
Some questions were left unanswered, and I think the ending was somewhat abrupt. But overall, I enjoyed the book and recommend it. Note, the story incorporates an underlying religious theme.
June 30, 2024
This was the first book I’ve read by this author and I was pleasantly surprised! I enjoyed the plot of two people starting over, and seeing how they handled losing their pasts and trying to forge ahead into a brighter future. I enjoyed the wit and humor thrown in with the mystery and suspense. The characters were interesting and the relationship between Megan and David was very sweet.
I will be looking for more books by this author.
I will be looking for more books by this author.
August 7, 2024
This book had nothing. I got to 50% and still nothing happened. It was just their everyday lives and a creepy overly obsessed creep that I’m guessing becomes the lover interest because , go figure.. Christian books always do. Look, I’m a Christian, but not every story has to have a love that is forced. I gave up.
August 22, 2017
mediocre is the only word I can think of. That applies to writing and the story. I wasn't personally involved in any way with this book. The writing was all over the place and had no flow at all. The witness protection plan was amateur at best. Sorry to be so negative but I just didn't care for it.
June 1, 2019
mystery?
Very slow moving, took forever to get interesting. Two story lines did not seem to fit together very well for me. Kept wondering where the story was supposed to be going. Anti climatic ending!
Did not make me want to read any other by this author.
Very slow moving, took forever to get interesting. Two story lines did not seem to fit together very well for me. Kept wondering where the story was supposed to be going. Anti climatic ending!
Did not make me want to read any other by this author.
July 13, 2019
This was kind of a weird book for me. I didn't feel as if it really had a solid story line and seemed to jump around a lot. I didn't feel as if either of the main characters were really developed or that there was a clear direction in this book.
June 5, 2019
I appreciate that this was a clean romantic suspense. However it wasn't extremely romantic or suspenseful, just enough to motivate me to read to the end.
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July 13, 2020My favorite bird and favorite type of book! Sounds similar to a Daphne DuMaurier novel I loved, "Rebecca". So glad to see another Gothic style novel out there.
I must read this!
I must read this!
April 27, 2021
Slick as snot on a doorknob
I really enjoyed this story. I liked the characters and reality and the way it moved. Everything was believable,but over the top. Very fun. A very read.
I really enjoyed this story. I liked the characters and reality and the way it moved. Everything was believable,but over the top. Very fun. A very read.
October 26, 2021
Hidden
A witness to a murder was hidden by the Secret Witness Protection Agency. Her only real friend was a crime mystery writer.
A witness to a murder was hidden by the Secret Witness Protection Agency. Her only real friend was a crime mystery writer.
November 17, 2021
Somewhat a Christian fiction book but that wasn't the main focus.
A woman in Witness Protection meets a man who left his editor job to write a novel.
A woman in Witness Protection meets a man who left his editor job to write a novel.
January 26, 2024
Great story
Loved the main characters and the suspense of Megan's life. Almost hated Vivian! 😁. Loved how the title was woven into the story.
Loved the main characters and the suspense of Megan's life. Almost hated Vivian! 😁. Loved how the title was woven into the story.
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