Ambush: A Small-Town Romantic Suspense (A Sanctuary Novel) is the thrilling debut in a brand-new series by USA TODAY bestselling author Colleen Coble. This novel delivers the perfect mix of suspense and romance, keeping readers hooked from start to finish with its riveting plot, complex characters, and heart-stopping tension.
Paradise Alden’s childhood in Nova Cambridge, Alabama, was peaceful until the tragic night her parents were murdered. Since then, life has been anything but easy for her. After enduring the trauma of foster care, a painful betrayal by her first love, and even a jaguar attack that almost ended her veterinary career, Paradise has become distrustful of everyone—including herself. Her past has left her scarred, but she’s determined to find healing.
Fifteen years later, Paradise returns to her hometown, seeking peace at The Sanctuary, a wildlife refuge where she has secured a veterinary job. She hopes that working there will help her unlock memories of the night her parents were killed while offering a chance to heal from her emotional wounds. However, things take a dark turn when a body is found on the refuge grounds. Soon, a series of violent incidents follows—arson, shootings, break-ins, and animals being set free—all evidence points toward Blake Lawson, the man who once shattered her heart.
Though circumstances seem to implicate Blake, Paradise is certain he is not the culprit. Blake, who has been managing The Sanctuary in the wake of his father’s death while caring for his stepbrothers, is someone she knows well. Despite their troubled past, Paradise cannot believe that he is involved in the sinister events unfolding. But as the danger intensifies and the town’s secrets begin to surface, Paradise realizes she must confront the past—and fight to uncover the truth, no matter the cost.
In Ambush, Colleen Coble masterfully blends thrilling suspense with a compelling romance. The tension builds as the mystery deepens, with each chapter bringing fresh twists that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. The remote setting of The Sanctuary, combined with the rekindling of a love from the past, creates an emotional journey that is as dangerous as it is captivating.Coble’s skillful storytelling and richly drawn characters make Ambush a must-read for fans of romantic suspense, especially those who love the works of Allison Brennan and Dani Pettrey. This novel will leave readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in the series.
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