The Captive

The Taken Trilogy, Book 1

De: Theresa Wise

Narrado por: Lara Terco

Kidnapped and held hostage after a bank robbery, college freshman Beth Farell falls in love with Glenn, a reluctant participant in the kidnapping. While she and the two other victims struggle to survive in the wilderness of north-central Washington, Beth works hard to keep her growing attraction to the handsome young cowboy hidden.

But it’s not long before the hostages are rescued, and the world discovers Beth’s secret. Worse, so-called experts insist that she is feeling nothing more than capture-bonding. Beth disagrees, but what can she do? Glenn is out of her reach, and she must move on.

A new job with World Relief in Africa appears to be Beth’s answer to a new life. However, when she meets Andrew, a young missionary, memories of Glenn are reignited. Can Beth start a new life, or will Glenn haunt her memories forever?

"The Captive" has grown into a series, The Taken Trilogy. Each book features one of the three women kidnapped in book one, "The Captive."

©2018, 2023 Theresa Wise (P)2024 Theresa Wise

Great Action! Great Narration!

A highly engaging romantic suspense with some surprising twists and turns along the way. I appreciated the way the narrator distinguished each character with a unique and interesting voice, making it easy to keep track of the characters.

Interesting

The narrator did a superb job with the various characters and locations. Story was insightful and compelling. Good mix of mystery, romance and cops and robbers. Many surprises with emotional ups and downs. This review was written by Ron Wise.

Very adventurous!

I enjoyed how descriptive it was, pulled me in as if I was there with Beth. Good humor and very wholesome story like.

crime and love

This was one heck of a wild ride. I don't think I'd have the courage these girls had, and I admired their bravery and fortitude. I was thinking Stockholm syndrome was at play here, but I was proven wrong in the end. The suspense and drama kept me listening. This was a real emotional rollercoaster of a read. I voluntarily listened to a free copy of this and am giving an honest review. The narrator did a great job bringing it to life. The voices and expressions brought depth to the story. I recommend this book.

Sometimes bad events work out for good

Beth, her friend Emily, and a stranger, Katherine, are taken as hostages during a bank robbery. The trio endured a trip into the wilderness to a remote cabin. Along the way, they meet the son of one of the thieves, Glen…he protects them throughout the ordeal. The story takes an unexpected twist when Beth and Glen develop feelings for each other. Can the pair have a relationship given the way that they met? Lots of action and clean romance. Great story.
Narration was on point! Def recommend and looking forward to the next book.

I voluntarily accepted a complementary copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review

Church Romance

I wish this was labeled clean and wholesome. Not my taste. Story ok. Narration was over done.