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EBOOK ISBN: 978-1-58749-652-3
GENRE: Inspirational romance
AUTHOR: Penelope Marzec
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DESCRIPTION: Evie St. Marie, wife of Jack and mother of four-year-old Glynis, is a new Christian. Few suspect she is also an abused wife. As the park ranger of Slater’s Lighthouse near Shucker’s Point, New Jersey, she lives in the keeper’s cottage. After she and her husband, a well-know research scientist argue, he disappears. |
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When a fishing boat twenty miles offshore hauls up her husband’s body Trooper Bryce Johnson arrests Evie. Trooper Johnson loved Evie since second grade. He wanted to marry her in high school, but after he caught her phoning in a bogus bomb scare, he changed his mind and broke her heart. Only two months before her husband’s disappearance, he found her aiming a gun at her husband and so Bryce believes the worst. Though she insists she is innocent, Bryce knows she has everything to gain from her husband’s death--and Bryce must not allow his heart to influence the investigation. He finds he still has feelings for Evie--and that’s not good. When someone fires several shots at Evie, he does not let her forget that she remains the main suspect in her husband’s murder, but he cannot stop worrying about her safety. Is she in grave danger? Or does she have an accomplice? Or could it be that the most beautiful woman in Shucker’s Point has stolen his heart once more? After the park boat disappears, the teenager who helps Evie at the lighthouse is brutally attacked, and the cottage is ransacked for a set of keys Bryce feels bound to protect Evie. When her daughter starts talking about a Shark Man who threatened to kill her father, Evie fears her daughter is making up a wild story, but Bryce takes the daughter’s tales into consideration. Can he find out who the Shark Man is before it is too late? And will Evie take a chance and trust the man who spurned her so long ago? |
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REVIEWS: "Marzec continues to deliver thought-provoking inspirational romances. This suspenseful tale of betrayal and murder lead both the hero and the heroine to examine their spiritual lives. The emotions are on mark in this compelling read." Reviewed by Faith V. Smith from Romantic Times BookReviews Magazine, 4 STARS “The story has a lot of tension and many undercurrents of electric feelings between Bryce and Evie to make it a very exciting read…. a good crisp tale, fast flowing and with rich characters… I thoroughly enjoyed this book, and highly recommend it.” Reviewed by Mary of A Romance Review, 5 ROSES "The Keeper's Promise will appeal to anyone who appreciates a true mystery. The pace and plot are superb, and the suspense builds to a satisfying final reveal. Award winning author Penelope Marzec has done it again. The Keeper's Promise grabs the readers attention from the very first and never lets go. This inspirational romantic suspense story has it all. Pick it up as soon as possible for one wonderful ride." Reviewed by Gail of Night Owl Romance Reviews, 5 HEARTS, A 5/5 Reviewer Top Pick “I was completely moved by The Keepers Promise. Each time Evie and Bryce were in close confines, their heart ached for the other as questions about her being the killer strikes at his heart. The emotions are so powerful it just grasps hold of this reader. Penelope Marzec pens a compelling page-turner hard to put down. With engaging characters, heartfelt emotions and intense writing, this is one splendid read that I could read again and again.” Reviewed by Cherokee of Coffee Time Romance. 4 CUPS “Okay, I admit it I cheated!! This story was totally excellent, the suspense intriguing, so intriguing in fact that at one point I just couldn't stand it and I had to read the last chapter just to make sure the good guys win. They do. The author Penelope Marzec brilliantly weaves intrigue and suspense throughout the entire book, never once waning. The character's lives and fears are so intricately sculpted that I was kept on the edge of my seat continually. After being on a pastoral staff off and on for fourteen years I find that in today's society there is unfortunately a delicate balance to include anything Christian in any story that is not in the Christian genre. However the prayers, faith within the characters, and the scripture so skillfully interspersed throughout this writing are truly inspirational and the story would have suffered without them. I read and review wonderful stories weekly in many genres from paranormal, erotica, and romance, but this story is the first of this caliber I have had the privilege to review. I loved this story, for me it is a must read." Reviewed by Desiree of Enchanting Reviews, 3 ENCHANTMENTS |
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Excerpt: With the snap of the lock on the handcuffs, Bryce felt as if he had turned a knife on himself and twisted it. He didn't know how he managed to recite the Miranda rights to her with the torment stabbing him in the chest. It might have been easier if she hadn't let her hair loose. He tried not to look at it. He tried to keep his eyes focused on his task, but the breeze tousled her hair and he could smell the soft scent from the tumbled curls teasing his nose. It might have been easier if she hadn't worn that blue shirt. It seemed to deepen the blue of her eyes until he felt he was staring into the depths of the ocean and drowning. "Why now? What has happened?" she asked in a plaintive tone that only made him feel more wretched and alone than he had ever felt in his life. For a moment, he debated the wisdom of telling her. What good would it do? What procedural rule would he be breaking? Did it matter? At one time, she had been a friend--more than a friend. "Jack's body has been found." He heard her quick intake of breath. Was it an act? "Where?" Where you dumped it! His stomach roiled as he nudged her toward the patrol car. She shrugged his hand off and stood her ground. Her frantic look cut at him. "Bryce? Where was Jack found?" He clenched his jaw. "You are resisting arrest." "No! No, please. Tell me." The desperation in her voice bordered on hysteria. "Get in the car." She cast one last imploring look at him with those huge blue eyes and he felt as if he was going under for the third time, about to take his last gulp of air. He pressed his lips tightly together, held his breath, and narrowed his eyes in his most intimidating manner. She lowered her head as her shoulders slumped in defeat. He opened the door of the patrol car and placed his hand protectively over her head so she would not bump it on the frame. He did that for everyone he arrested, but this time his hand lingered there a moment longer than necessary as she stepped inside. When he drew his hand away, he clasped it together with his other hand as if he could save the warmth of her, the feel of her--forever. He hesitated as sorrow swirled through him and he knew he had to fight against it. Hardening his voice, he told her. "The crew of the Sally Mae was dredging offshore for clams today. The dredge brought up your luggage with Jack's body inside." Her strangled cry seemed to echo over and over--or maybe the gulls wheeling overhead cried with her. |
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Author BIO: Penelope Marzec started reading romances at a young age and fell in love with happy endings. A genuine New Jerseyan, she is a member of the New Jersey Romance Writers, FHL, and EPIC. Twice an EPPIE winner for inspirational fiction, her paranormal, Irons In The Fire, was a nominee for a Romantic Times Reviewers Choice award. She lives with her husband and an assortment of stuff their three daughters left behind when they went to college. |
