Strands of Truth

By: Colleen Coble

Narrated by: Devon O'day

Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld when a DNA test helps Harper Taylor locate the family she’s always longed for...but has it also put her in the crosshairs of a killer?

Harper Taylor is used to being alone - after all, she grew up in one foster home after another. Oliver Jackson finally took her under his wing when she was a runaway teenager, and now Harper pours her marine biology knowledge into Oliver’s pen shell research. But she’s never stopped wishing for a family of her own. So when a DNA test reveals a half-sister living just two hours away, Harper is both hopeful and nervous. Over warm cinnamon rolls, Harper and Annabelle find striking similarities in their stories. Is it just a coincidence that both their mothers died tragically, without revealing Harper and Annabelle’s father’s name?

Oliver’s son Ridge still sees Harper as a troubled teen even all these years later. But when Oliver is attacked, Ridge and Harper find themselves working together to uncover dangerous secrets that threaten to destroy them all. They must unravel her past before they can have any hope for the future. Strands of Harper Taylor’s childhood are resurfacing - but will the truth save her...or pull her under? Suspense, romance, and generational secrets meld in this engrossing new novel from USA Today best-selling author Colleen Coble.

“Free-dive into a romantic suspense that will leave you breathless and craving for more.” (DiAnn Mills, best-selling author)

"As always, Colleen Coble never disappoints. Strands of Truth is no exception. I was hooked from the first page. Trying to read this story slowly is impossible. Don't be surprised when you find yourself flipping the pages in a hurry to find out what happens next! This one is for your keeper shelf." (Lynette Eason, best-selling, award-winning author of the Blue Justice series)

“Colleen Coble's latest book, Strands of Truth, grips you on page one with a heart-pounding opening and doesn't let go until the last satisfying word. I love her skill in pulling the reader in with believable, likable characters, interesting locations, and a mystery just waiting to be untangled. Highly recommended.” (Carrie Stuart Parks, best-selling author of Formula of Deception)

Stand-alone romantic suspense.

Audiobook length: approximately 95,000 words.

Includes discussion questions for book clubs.

Also by Colleen Coble: One Little Lie, The View from Rainshadow Bay, The Inn at Ocean’s Edge, and Without a Trace.

©2019 Colleen Coble (P)2019 Thomas Nelson

Critic reviews

“Once again, Colleen Coble delivers an intriguing, suspenseful tale in Strands of Truth. The mystery and tension mount toward an explosive and satisfying finish. Well done.” (Creston Mapes, best-selling author)

“Just when I think Colleen Coble’s stories can’t get any better, she proves me wrong. In Strands of Truth, I couldn’t turn the pages fast enough. The characterization of Ridge and Harper and their relationship pulled me immediately into the story. Fast paced, with so many unexpected twists and turns, I read this book in one sitting. Coble has pushed the bar higher than I’d imagined. This book is one not to be missed.” (Robin Caroll, best-selling author of the Darkwater Inn series)

“It’s in her blood! Colleen Coble once again shows her suspense prowess with a thriller as intricate and beautiful as a strand of DNA. Strands of Truth dives into an unusual profession involving mollusks and shell beds that weaves a unique, silky thread throughout the story. So fascinating I couldn’t stop reading!” (Ronie Kendig, best-selling author of The Tox Files)

Good story

I liked the story, the history of Tampa Bat was a bonus. The Christian lessons were also enjoyable to hear.

loved this

loved this book! kept me guessing till the end! True drama like all her books.

Strand of Truth

Mystery, suspense, Florida waters and love. What more can one want. An easy read. Enjoy.

Characters were frustrating

Overall the book was good. But the characters were frustrating in the sense that there seemed to be a lack of urgency and common sense. it could have been the reader for the book though; I'm not sure if I would have had the same impression if I read it myself vs. listen in to it.

“Family Ties”

JWright
Colleen Coble draws us into the story with the first chapter. She also uses a frame story technique which helps develop the plot. The pieces of the puzzle do not begin to come together until the last few chapters. The reader does an excellent job in her presentation.
I think this story is worth a listen.

good

took me a while, but once I got started and past the first couple of chapters - basically the setup, this book was great.

Surprising connections

A DNA test leads to disaster for a woman seeking her father. Along the way she finds an unknown sibling, love with a former foe, the death of her mentor, and a father who is less than honorable.

Great Characters in a Fast Moving Story I Couldn’t Put Down!

Colleen Coble consistently developes memorable characters you’ll remember long after the pages are finished and the story’s completed. You’ll be right there with them, wondering how Strands of Truth could have ended so quickly. For me, I hope for a sequel. In this fascinating story line you find two grown, successful women who were both raised in foster homes after their individual mothers were murdered soon after their births. While searching for their birth fathers DNA matches indicate they are half sisters, so that meet. But some one else is lying in wait looking for them, too!But the latter searches with more sinister plans. It is a fast-past page-turner! I highly recommend!

One of the best books ever

Loved Strands of Truth this was a heart warming story of love and mystery. I love a good mystery.

Good Story

Narrator sounds like she is reading a children’s book. The Night Before Christmas came to mind.