Book Review of 'Yosemite Firestorm' by Tanya Stowe

Happy Monday Bookworms!

I hope everyone had a terrific weekend and a great start to April. On Saturday my husband and I celebrated twelve years together. Our wedding anniversary is April 20th, but we always try to do something special on April 1st, and we always tell one another that we're still, and will forever be, "April Fools!" ♥️

This year we celebrated with family by walking around a local swap meet. I found an incredible book from 1949 that I can't stop sniffing (if you know, you know) as well as a big bag of some of the best kettle corn popcorn I've ever had. It was an amazing day, and I could not have a more thankful heart.

Today I am featuring a novel that was so much fun to read, and if you're a fan of the Love Inspired Suspense series then I know you're going to love it too.

Welcome to the Reviewer Tour for Yosemite Firestorm by Tanya Stowe, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!

About the Book

Title: Yosemite Firestorm

Author: Tanya Stowe

Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense

Release Date: March 28, 2023

Genre: Christian Mystery & Suspense

A raging forest fire

isn’t the only threat…

When an act of arson claims the life of a hiker, Yosemite Park Ranger Livy Chatham is the only witness—putting her right into the path of determined criminals. Only rock climber Hayden Bryant can protect her from the killers destroying all evidence of their crimes. But can Livy and Hayden outrun the danger that’s as hot on their heels as the fires blazing through Yosemite?

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My Review

I am by no means a nature girl, but there is something about a good story set in nature that sets my heart aflutter. Maybe deep down I wish I could be more of an outdoorsy type and so I live vicariously through stories like Yosemite Firestorm. Maybe that’s why the descriptions of the hikes were some of my favorite parts. I’ve never went on a real hike before, but I’ve always wanted to, and reading about the waterfalls and the other scenery inspired my imagination, and set the perfect tone for the story.

Let me just say, I can’t even imagine how terrifying a fire storm is! Tornadoes are scary enough, and I’ve dealt with a few in my lifetime, but when you add a fire component to it, it is almost unimaginable! I felt like I was right there on the mountain with Hayden and Livy, experiencing every spark, the chemistry between them smoldering as much as the embers from the fires, as well as the suspense from being chased by menacing bad guys, which never let up. I did feel like Hayden was way too hard on himself for his past “mistake” but I also loved his redemption story. The ending was perfectly sweet but overly predictable, which sadly kind of ruined it for me. I was hoping for a little twist that never came.

Overall, this was a quick, enjoyable read that would be the perfect weekend novel to get lost in. Strong characters, wonderful suspense, and picturesque backdrop, even if it is a little charred, and you’ve got yourself one entertaining story.

My Rating: ★★★★

About the Author

Tanya Stowe is an author of Christian Fiction with an unexpected edge. She fills her stories with the unusual…gifts of the spirit and miracles, mysteries and exotic travel, even an angel or two. No matter where Tanya takes you…on a journey to the Old West or to contemporary adventures in foreign lands…be prepared for the extraordinary.

Connect with Tanya by visiting tanyastowe.com to follow her on social media or subscribe to email newsletter updates.

*I have voluntarily reviewed a copy of this book which I received from the author/publisher through JustRead Tours. All views and opinions expressed are completely honest, and my own.