The Crushing Depths 

When an accident claims the life of an oil-rig worker on the first drilling platform off the North Carolina coast, Coast Guard investigators Rissi Dawson and Mason Rogers are sent to take the case. Tensions surrounding the oil rig are high and the death has everyone on edge. Environmental activists are threatening to do whatever it takes to stop the structure from being completed, while rumors are being whispered about ancient curses surrounding this part of the ocean.

Mounting evidence shows the death may not have been an accident at all. Was he killed by one of the activists or, perhaps more frighteningly, a member of his own crew? Rissi and Mason have to sort through not only a plethora of suspects, but also their own past and attraction to each other.

Just as the case seems like it’ll break open, worse news arrives. A tropical storm has turned their way and soon they’re cut off from any rescue–and right where the killer wants them. It’s a race to discover his identity before he eliminates the threat they pose.

my point of view:

This is my first book by Dani Pettrey – but I can promise you, it will not be my last!. There was a lot of action packed suspense throughout the entire book, and this really kept me on the edge of my seat. One of the main things I liked about the story is the element of faith in every aspect. Nearly all of the characters are Christians, and they show that in their daily lives.

Rissi and Mason make for a great romantic component to the story. For me, the romance did not seem over powering, the suspense and mystery took precedence with the romantic entanglements more of a side story. Don’t get me wrong, the romance is sweet, and the glimpses into their shared childhood simply touched my heart. I really adored seeing their relationship come full circle.

The mystery of the “cursed” oil rig was quite interesting and complex, I kept thinking it was headed in one direction, then the author turns it around on you, which is a great thing for me. I am not much of a fan if I can figure out the plot too early, and this story had me going to nearly the very end! The author does leave openings for future stories involving this group of co workers / friends, and I am looking forward to reading about them when they come out!

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