Friday, July 26, 2013

Pretty Little Maids by Tamara Shoemaker


Pretty Little Maids is a suspense-filled murder mystery, the likes of which are rare in the Christian market. Much darker than Shoemaker’s first novel, Pretty Little Maids was difficult for me to put down. I needed it to resolve before I slept. The surprising twists and turns of the story will leave you rooting for the good guys, angry at the bad guys, and appalled that such things still happen in today’s world.

In this macabre story, the author tackles the difficult subject of human trafficking in modern day America. Intense and disturbing, Pretty Little Maids reflects the horrors of this world and yet brings balance with the redemptive power of faith, love, and acceptance.

While her already-talented writing continues to improve, Ms. Shoemaker’s dark side leaves me wondering about her readership. While much of the general Christian market may find this book a little too gruesome, fans of Ted Dekker will likely appreciate her books. With well-developed characters and realistic dialogue, Pretty Little Maids was for me, a really good read.

A complimentary copy of this e-book was given to me by Route 11 Publications with no expectation of a positive review.