Mailboat IV: The Shift in the Wind

Mailboat Suspense Series #4

by Danielle Lincoln Hanna

A girl left adrift. A widow hunting for truth. A change in the air…The story continues from Mailboat I, II, and III

Bailey’s world has been rocked by a tidal wave. Mailboat Captain Tommy is her grandfather. There’s just one In her experience, family has always left her marooned. Her own father, Tommy’s son, died in front of her without telling her who he was. The riptide of emotions threatens to tow her under before Tommy or anyone else can throw her a life ring.

The truth of Bailey’s past isn’t the only thing the wind has blown ashore. Blindsided by her husband’s murder and the truth of his past as a high-end bank burglar, Angelica Read has arrived in the Wisconsin tourist town in search of answers. She won’t lift anchor until she knows who killed him—not to mention who the man she married really was.

Detective Monica Steele is swamped after a bombing that devastated her town. And secretly, she’s weathering a storm of her own. An anonymous phone call reveals that her closest secret—and biggest regret—isn’t The man behind the murders knows about her abortion. With his eye focused on her, she has to crack the case without her ex, Officer Ryan Brandt, learning the truth. Their shipwrecked relationship is struggling to rise from the depths, and this wasn’t how Monica wanted Ryan to find out he was going to be a dad.

There’s blood in the water, and this time, the victims are the predators. Will The Man Upstairs at last be revealed? Or will he slip past every net and hook they’ve set for him?

The Shift in the Wind is the fourth book in the can’t-quit-reading Mailboat Suspense Series. If you need to know what happens next with Bailey and the crew, then haul aboard Danielle Lincoln Hanna’s thrilling new novel!Buy The Shift in the Wind to reel in the suspense today!This series is written to be read in order. Don’t forget to pick up the previous titles in the Mailboat Suspense Series!

Mailboat The End of the Pier

Mailboat The Silver Helm

Mailboat The Captain’s Tale

242 pages, Kindle Edition

Published August 1, 2021

About the author

Danielle Lincoln Hanna is the author of the Mailboat Suspense Series, set in Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. While she now lives in the Rocky Mountains of Montana, her first love is still the Great Plains of North Dakota where she was born. When she’s not writing, you can find her hiking with her boyfriend Charles, adventuring with her puppy Angel, and avoiding surprise attacks from her cat Fergus.

Reviews

[Gail · Rating 3 out of 5]

A thought it was kind of boring and repetitive of the other stories. I was disappointed after waiting so long for it.

[Lucinda · Rating 2 out of 5]

2.5 The author spends a lot time telling you what happened in the previous books.
She needs to finish the story.

[Sandass · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was pleasantly surprised how readily I was able to jump into this series at book four after having only read the prequel. The author deserves accolades for making this happen by including enough backstory artfully interspersed. One who may have missed a book or two can readily enjoy the multiple important characters and their interactions. There are several characters who each has his own story to tell. Some are the good guys. Others are slimy, belly-crawling scum. Some, you can't really tell. Perhaps I've misjudged but at times everyone looks suspicious. Conspiracy theorists would be in hog heaven rolling about with some of these guys. There are still murders to solve, bad guys to catch and a romance that needs a happy conclusion. There's still a kid in foster care who needs a good home. I highly recommend this book and that the author let's us off the hook by completing this series soon!
I read an ARC of this book before writing this review.

[Duane Hand · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought I might have a difficult time catching up since it’s been a while since I read the third book but found myself totally involved with the characters and the plot. A testament to the skill of the author! Normally it would take me a week or two to finish a book but I found myself barely able to put the book down and now, on day two, I’m done. A real page turner. Each book of this series resolves some questions but brings to light new ones that you have to wait for the next installment to get answers. This is frustrating and tantalizing at the same time and leaves you hungering for the next book (arghhh!). I’ve never read a series like this before and I both hate it and love it at the same time. Can’t wait for book V!!!!

[N Diestler · Rating 5 out of 5]

When I told a friend I was pre-reading Mailboat IV, she said, “Was it awesome? I know it was!” and she was right. During this installment, the reader is taken along each character’s journey for a deeper understanding and suspenseful excitement. As we get to know each character better, the plot line twists and turns, pulling us back into the Mailboat family and Lake Geneva lifestyle. This is a “don’t miss” part of the saga!

[R J Mckay · Rating 4 out of 5]

Mailboat IV: The Shift in the Wind is a colorful read, filled with unique, likable caricatures and multiple subplots. This is a picturesque view of a small lakeside town with murderers hiding in the shadows. Bailey remains the focus of this story, but several subplots keep winding about, making this a wonderful read. As more questions are answered, the plot muddles deeper. Even though I keep scratching my head in puzzlement, I enjoyed this story that kept me guessing and wondering.

[Kathleen Collins · Rating 5 out of 5]

Oh, the story evolves! The characters we know, a few new faces with additions to the story....... and the central mystery remains. A compelling, heart tugging story of love, betrayal, heartache and desperation. You don’t want the story to end...... yet you seek a conclusion to the unknowns! Happy reading!!

[Shay · Rating 4 out of 5]

If you've read one, you've read them all. Same characters with 2 new ones added, still uses lots of musings that could mean implication or guilt, no real answers other than who The Man is. cliff hanger at the end, was he killed or not? stay tuned, pick up #6 when it comes out but no closure on amy the issues. fast paced so you are never board but still not satisfied with a clear ending.

[Jen · Rating 5 out of 5]

I must be spoiled because I just found this series so I was able to read all 5 back to back. I have loved them all! It makes me stand back while walking the town and think about the story and where it might have taken place. I am so excited to hear there is a book 6 coming!!!! And I can’t wait to read the free online book!

[Nancy Sturm · Rating 3 out of 5]

Disappointed that I turned the page and was at the end of the book unexpectedly. I do not like this way of ending a book and this time it caught me totally by surprise as I had no clue it was the end. Unfortunately I am now invested in the story so on to Book V. Had I know it would be written this way I would not have started this series!

[Carol Westover]

The suspense of the Mailboat series continues in Mailboat IV. Once again, I was so caught up in the story that I reached the end of the book before I realized I was even approaching the end. Truly and fully hooked on this great story. Don't lose out--purchase your copy of the series now!

[linda pautz · Rating 5 out of 5]

What a power ending. I kept swiping my kindle to move past the last page. Could not possibly end that way. Bailey just has to find happiness and Ryan and Monica too. The intro of Angelica was very intriguing, she comes back right ? I still can’t sleep…..

[Susan Backes · Rating 5 out of 5]

Anxiously waiting for the next book

Enjoyed this book, love reading about the mailboat, Lake Geneva, the characters and their relationships. Will try to be patient while waiting for the next book. Great storyline.

[Marcy Schroeder · Rating 4 out of 5]

Not happy that the story just stops. Each section you pay another $6.99. Story is good. Characters are great. I am from Wisconsin so Lake Geneva and Geneva lake are very familiar. $28 so far and no conclusions.

[Mary Stenvall · Rating 2 out of 5]

So sorry, Ms. Hanna - good writer, great idea, great story. At first. Adding another character, killing one off? Doesn't work. A reader needs a little closure! Somewhere. Cliffhangers are great - if they lead somewhere.

[Rebecca Lester · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

Good continuation of the story. I hoped for more focus of Bailey and Tommy story line. A bit disappointed that they were not a major focus.

[Carrie Abitz · Rating 3 out of 5]

I am really up in the air on the series. I am intrigued; yet wish the series would wrap up.

[Amy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed, but missed more Bailey in this one

[Brooke · Rating 4 out of 5]

Probably my favorite in the series so far, but seriously, I thought it would be over by now! I thought I had it figured out!! LOL! NOT!

[Jo Howard · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoying this great story about the Lake Geneva mailboat and the characters lives that were changed due to mistakes from the past.

[Anita Reisman · Rating 5 out of 5]

Suspense

I hope I don't have to wait for book V. I have binge read the first four books in this series in 3 days. Kindle, dont fail me now!!!

[Joyce · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bailey Johnson has witnessed more death in her 16 years of life than any young person should and most of it in the last few weeks. People shot in front of her and one killed by a bomb.She has also lived in 1o different foster homes in the last 11 years. Her last real attempt at fulfilling one of her dreams has also become another illusion. New information from a former friend has resulted in her having to walk away for another person in her life. Bud, however, is still her foster Dad as there is no evidence that could be used to remove Bailey even if there was a foster home to place her in.

Tommy is healing now at Wade’s and anxious to get back to the mailboat and in contact with Bailey.

Ryan and Monica are a bit more friendly toward each other which is lucky for Ryan since he is now a permanent member of the Lake Geneva Police force. Enter “The Man Upstairs” the voice on the phone who personally called Monica and seems to have information only 2 people in her life know…

[Sherry Murphy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another ending, another cliffhanger. I jumped right into book v after this!

[Elaine Montgomery · Rating 5 out of 5]

Once again, Danielle Lincoln Hanna's twisty mind took my expectations and turned them into a new configuration. With the introduction of a new character, the widow of a non-existent man, new windows opened into old relationships and left me wondering if anyone was truly who I thought they were. I highly recommend this latest installment of The Mailboat Suspense Series. I can't wait for the next one.

[Carol Neumann · Rating 5 out of 5]

Mailboat IV was a well-written addition to the story and well worth the wait. Since I live in Williams Bay on the west end of Geneva lake, I am impressed by how well Danielle captures flavor of the area. The story has many aspects beyond the mystery of the murder and has captured my attention over all five books (I-IV plus the prequel) and I can't wait for Mailboat V next summer.