Shadows At Dus

Missing in Alaska Book 2

Elizabeth Goddard

Revell Pub

Oct 17^th, 2023

Shadows At Dusk by Elizabeth Goddard shows why she is becoming one of the top suspense authors.  This story is filled with deceit, revenge, and a riveting mystery.  There is intrigue, a remote setting, and has some romance.  But readers’ interest will sparked from the very beginning when they read the quote, “I can’t think of anyone who might be after me, except the man who killed me.”

“This is book two of the series, Missing in Alaska.  I knew I wanted to write about a bush pilot because it is part of Alaska and makes for a good adventure.  My last book in the “Rocky Mountain Courage Series” had Detective Trevor West and I wanted to bring him into this series. The whole series is based on missing people, so he is looking for his missing sister. I came across a podcast, “Missing in Alaska,” that gave me the idea.”

The plot has Montana Detective Trevor West arriving in Shadow Gap, Alaska to find out what happened to his sister. She has gone missing for over a year, but the only clues he has are some photographs.  After getting a suggestion from Police Chief Autumn Long, he enlists the help of experienced bush pilot Carrie James.

“Trevor is filled with grief and anger at himself.  He needs closure to find out what happened to his sister. He is hanging on a slim thread of hope to find her.  He is sincere, adventurous, protective, and determined. I think he is relatable and someone readers can connect with. While Carrie is a survivor, spunky, and fierce. She has fortitude, guarded, and resilient.  She is also vulnerable and broken.”

Carrie also has a mystery to solve.  She wants to find out who killed her father-like mentor, Isaac. She is indebted to him for saving her life when her boyfriend pushed her out of a plane. Now she agrees to help Trevor on the condition, he help track down Isaac’s killer. 

Having the story set in Alaska adds to the tension of the story.  There is a dangerous terrain, tight-lipped communities, untamed areas, and a sense of isolation.  

As both Carrie and Trevor get closer to some answers, danger rears its ugly head.  This plays into the developing relationship that is marred by distrust, dark secrets, and avoidance of any emotional connection.  

Readers will be immersed into a world of danger, surprises, and twists.  They will connect with the characters from page one.  This is a book that people will not want to put down.

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