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Back in high school, one of my all time favorite films was “Much Ado About Nothing.” The constant and quick, clever wit in this movie had me immediately hooked. This was, and still is, one of those films I could watch over and over and over again.

Consequently when I found out that Annette Lyon’s newest historical romantic fiction, “Spires of Stone,” was based on this famous Shakespeare play, I couldn’t wait to get my hands on a copy … I am glad she sent me one. She even added her own touch and twists to the plot when she decided to set her story in Salt Lake City during the late 1860’s while the Salt Lake Temple was under construction.

Let me tell you, this book wasn’t disappointing. It was simply captivating.

It is no wonder that Annette Lyon was Utah’s 2007 Best of State fiction medalist. Her way with words is more than incredible. She is able to weave such fascinating tales that she literally draws you right into the minds of her characters. In fact, you feel like you have known them forever.

I must admit I was somewhat disappointed when I finished the book because I wasn’t ready for it to end. My addiction hadn’t been completely fed. I sincerely hope there is going to be a sequel to this novel.

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“Shaye Kendall, an Olympic-bound swimmer, has been in the witness protection program ever since she witnessed her boyfriend’s murder. She now has a new name, a new life, and strict orders not to reveal her secret.

But fitting into a community is hard when you can’t tell people anything about yourself. When she learns that one of her new friends, Matt Whitmore, is LDS, she can’t even tell him that she’s a Mormon too. She doesn’t dare get involved. The fact that Matt’s father is a high-profile senator could give her the kind of exposure she doesn’t need. How can you fall in love when you can never reveal who you really are?

But when someone almost takes her life, Shaye recognizes that whoever is after her knows exactly who and where she is.”

This is the synopsis for Traci Hunter Abramson’s first novel, “Undercurrents.” It is a super fast read, full of suspense, and very well written. She definitely knows how to weave a realistic yet thrilling tale, which is exactly what I prefer. It was definitely no surprise to find out she actually used to work for the CIA for several years. No wonder her plots seem so authentic and believable.

Since this first novel was released, there have been two sequels that continue the intriguing storyline, “Ripple Effect” and “The Deep End.”

If you are looking for a new mystery series to read or a new author to strike your fancy, I highly recommend these books.

 

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