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Shadow Alliance #2
Shadow Line
Liam tried redemption … it didn’t stick, so he went back to the thing he knows best - the con. But being the bad guy isn’t as easy as it used to be, and when Liam tries to soothe his conscience by saving innocent lives, he almost loses his own and is forced to face a past he swore he had left behind. Emily's move to the city felt like a dream come true, until a bad day ends in a nightmare, and she throws her future away to hide in the small town she grew up in. Then Liam comes to town and she discovers that she's not as safe as she thought she was, and they both find that secrets don't stay buried. Now, if Emily and Liam can't find a way to trust each other, neither one of them will get the happy ending they are hoping for.
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Published March 28, 2022
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March 28, 2022
WOW!! This book is a winner! Emily and Liam's story is a sweet romance that is full of action, drama and suspense. It hooks you on the first page and doesn't let go. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is a fan of Christian Romantic Suspense. I loved it!
I received a complimentary copy and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
I received a complimentary copy and was not required to write a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
June 28, 2023
Book 2 better than Book 1
I was not crazy about book one because the characters did not draw me into their lives. Book 2 is much better with interesting plots, twists, and I cared about Liam and Emily.
I was not crazy about book one because the characters did not draw me into their lives. Book 2 is much better with interesting plots, twists, and I cared about Liam and Emily.
August 17, 2024
🛁🛁🛁
What are you supposed to do when you’ve been through a horrifying experience you can’t share with anyone. If you gave into the temptation to burden someone else with the knowledge of what really happened, it would not only make you completely relive it again, but would also shock and irreparably damage whomever you told. At least that’s what you’ve been telling yourself.
Shawna Coleing tells a page-turning story of people who are destined to cross one another’s path. They have life lessons to learn that not only stretch them, but open their eyes to different ways to approach life.
Emily has moved back to her hometown after her mother’s passing under the guise of helping her father. Liam arrives in the same small town in upstate NY to search for a family heirloom that holds the key to his niece’s safety.
Liam has lived on the wrong side of the law most of his life and in his recent past has been trying to make up for it. The problem is the past always catches up and the only true way for him to find peace is to realize that he has to let go of his perception of control of his life.
Book Quote: He focused all his energy on speaking the words he never thought he’d be brave enough to say. “Kyle may be a terrible person, but I’m the one who made him that way.”
There are several twists that keep this story moving and interesting. This is the second book in Shawna’s Shadow Alliance series. Each book is a standalone, but the characters play roles throughout the series. Pick up all four books - you won’t be disappointed.
What are you supposed to do when you’ve been through a horrifying experience you can’t share with anyone. If you gave into the temptation to burden someone else with the knowledge of what really happened, it would not only make you completely relive it again, but would also shock and irreparably damage whomever you told. At least that’s what you’ve been telling yourself.
Shawna Coleing tells a page-turning story of people who are destined to cross one another’s path. They have life lessons to learn that not only stretch them, but open their eyes to different ways to approach life.
Emily has moved back to her hometown after her mother’s passing under the guise of helping her father. Liam arrives in the same small town in upstate NY to search for a family heirloom that holds the key to his niece’s safety.
Liam has lived on the wrong side of the law most of his life and in his recent past has been trying to make up for it. The problem is the past always catches up and the only true way for him to find peace is to realize that he has to let go of his perception of control of his life.
Book Quote: He focused all his energy on speaking the words he never thought he’d be brave enough to say. “Kyle may be a terrible person, but I’m the one who made him that way.”
There are several twists that keep this story moving and interesting. This is the second book in Shawna’s Shadow Alliance series. Each book is a standalone, but the characters play roles throughout the series. Pick up all four books - you won’t be disappointed.
October 3, 2023
I just recently discovered this author and I have read 3 books already because I enjoy and appreciate her writing. I would rather read Christian books but, unfortunately, too few writers can make their characters seem like real people. Ms. Coleing’s characters are definitely not sugary, overly virtuous individuals who struggle with minor tragedies. I like how her characters are bad, fallen individuals who desperately need redemption and restoration only a loving and all powerful God can accomplish — even through the most unlikely circumstances. I highly recommend her books.
May 15, 2026
Can you leave a life of crime?
For me, this book got off to a slow start, but it quickly got my attention and kept me reading. The romance was engaging and Emily and Liam had to work through their past to find their way to each other. I enjoyed the Christian aspect to the book. It flowed naturally and the choice to believe or not was not preachy. Definitely recommend this book!!!
For me, this book got off to a slow start, but it quickly got my attention and kept me reading. The romance was engaging and Emily and Liam had to work through their past to find their way to each other. I enjoyed the Christian aspect to the book. It flowed naturally and the choice to believe or not was not preachy. Definitely recommend this book!!!
September 25, 2023
An intense, suspenseful thriller involving human trafficking, murder, and violence. I did not care for Shadow Line (Book #2) as much as I did the first book in this series (Shadow Game). I found it too dark and gritty for my liking, although there were a few redeeming thoughts with a Christian perspective. Not sure if I'd read it again.
May 25, 2026
Great story. It could be triggering for some readers, so be prepared if you’re dealing with trauma. There were a couple of mild suggestive passages between married couples but no specific sexual details. This one has good suspense and it’s a bit gritty, just the way I like my romantic Christian suspense stories! This author is definitely on my watch list for future works as well.
August 1, 2022
I enjoyed getting acquainted with this romantic suspense series. The characters are well developed and the suspense was great. I was thankful also for the quick read. I am on vacation and able to read several of Shawna's books.
September 21, 2022
excellent read!
I finished it in one day! I was inspired by the characters bravery. Sometimes the faith required in a situation requires stepping out of your comfort zone and into faith in Jesus!
I finished it in one day! I was inspired by the characters bravery. Sometimes the faith required in a situation requires stepping out of your comfort zone and into faith in Jesus!
April 19, 2024
Another good book
This was a quick read. I liked the way it was a separate story from the first book but in the end the first book played a role. Ready to move on to the next one. Oh and great bible verses in this one. Was a little deeper then the first book in this series too.
This was a quick read. I liked the way it was a separate story from the first book but in the end the first book played a role. Ready to move on to the next one. Oh and great bible verses in this one. Was a little deeper then the first book in this series too.
January 15, 2025
second in the series
Looking forward to reading the entire series. I think I like Liam as much or more than Oliver, not to mention the strong women and the unique story lines and the mighty, mighty truths of God flowing throughout.
Looking forward to reading the entire series. I think I like Liam as much or more than Oliver, not to mention the strong women and the unique story lines and the mighty, mighty truths of God flowing throughout.
April 8, 2022
This book is just as good as the first book in this series! I look forward to reading more books by this author.
June 18, 2022
outstanding
I really love the way this author creates her characters so you are there with them. Great
Story line balance by love and suspense.
I really love the way this author creates her characters so you are there with them. Great
Story line balance by love and suspense.
January 24, 2023
Awesome read, even better than the first
February 5, 2023
Good read.
Intrigue & romance, with a dose of reality but most importantly characters with a real faith that sometimes falters in the face of the worlds depravity. Well written.
Intrigue & romance, with a dose of reality but most importantly characters with a real faith that sometimes falters in the face of the worlds depravity. Well written.
February 26, 2023
Shadow Line
This author just hooks you,and reel you in. Great clean romance, deeply inspired, and totally worth reading. The book is so real it will touch your heart.
This author just hooks you,and reel you in. Great clean romance, deeply inspired, and totally worth reading. The book is so real it will touch your heart.
September 4, 2023
Took a couple of chapters to get into it but then I couldn't put it down.
September 22, 2023
God
Loved reading this sorry. I could relate to it about healing and letting go of all past hurt. Good story
Loved reading this sorry. I could relate to it about healing and letting go of all past hurt. Good story
November 16, 2023
I like this book series
Good storyline. It kept me reading to the end. The characters felt real, and it was easy to imagine this little town.
Good storyline. It kept me reading to the end. The characters felt real, and it was easy to imagine this little town.
October 13, 2024
Book 2 is as good as 1.
I really enjoy Shawna's writing. really good clean story with a little Romace, some faith lessons, danger and suspense. I am a fan.
I really enjoy Shawna's writing. really good clean story with a little Romace, some faith lessons, danger and suspense. I am a fan.
February 21, 2026
Great read!
Great book! This is my second and I'm looking forward to reading the whole series and all the other books she's written.
Great book! This is my second and I'm looking forward to reading the whole series and all the other books she's written.
July 6, 2026
Niece, Furniture Maker, Kidnapped
April 1, 2022
Shawna is developing great characters that I love to hate AND some i would like to have as friends. Their trouble keeps me reading...how will she get them out of this?! Then there is the chemistry and that is hard to resist!
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