Forest Through the Trees: A Novel

by Noelle L.M. Powers

Not a lot happens in Foxboro, Wisconsin. Until one cool fall night, tragedy strikes the tight-knit community, leaving its residents on edge and forever changed. Sam Kelley, a stay-at-home mom struggling to keep her family together, faced with decisions that could destroy everything she holds dear. Weston Kelley, an associate pastor of a small non-denominational church and a part-time officer on his local Fire/EMS department, responds to an accident in the middle of the night that tests his marriage and his faith. Jamie Denton, carrying on the family auto business, finds himself suddenly thrust into a life spinning out of his control. Cooper Kelley, a police officer striving to keep his family and community safe after a string of mysterious crimes threaten to overwhelm his small town.

468 pages, Paperback

Published December 23, 2018

About the author

Noelle Powers was born and raised in Wisconsin. She loves spending time with her family and friends. Her hobbies include yoga, hiking, reading, and of course writing. She is a former firefighter and EMT, she currently works as a school health assistant, and is very active in dog rescue. Forest Through The Trees is her first novel.

Reviews

[Lmarineau · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book! You really get a great picture of each characters personalities and physical appearance! The brother was probably my personal fave ;) I loved that each chapter was a different character it really kept the story going and seeing different points of view of what was happening! I can’t wait for her next book!

[Deni Dobson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Usually I read authors I am familiar with. However, I thought I'd give this new author a shot.......and I love the way she writes! The story has very relatable characters. Every chapter is about a specific character, which makes it easier to keep track of each one. There were so many twists, I couldn't predict the old "who dun it" - which made the book even better!!! She tied up all loose ends masterfully. This book kept me enthralled the entire time!!! I am anxiously awaiting another book by Noelle Powers♡

[Jenny Hansen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was this author's first novel and I thoroughly enjoyed it. Each chapter is written from the vantage point of a different character (usually in 3rd person, with the exception of Sam, the main female character, which was written in 1st person). I like that writing style as it allows the reader into the mind of each character, while keeping each chapter fairly short. Noelle keeps you thinking throughout the entire novel...right up to the last few pages. It's a great whodunit and I am sincerely hoping that there is another novel in the works.

[Sara Chapman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it! Definitely a page turner, a lot of things happening at once. I loved how the author named the chapters after the characters. I also liked that the chapters weren’t too long, allowing you frequent stopping points if need be. It’s a mystery with a conclusion you don’t see coming. This is the quickest I’ve ever finished a book, highly recommend!

[Nicole Aaberg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved this book. It was a hard book to put down and always kept you in suspense. Very well written! Can't wait to read more from this author.

[Sheryl Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this...it kept you guessing right up to the end. I'll be watching for this author's future books.

[Francine · Rating 5 out of 5]

This author is exceptional at writing authentic and relatable characters. This mystery kept me guessing right up until the end! I can't wait to read her next work!