
the setup…
Grant and Avery Wilson decide to go hiking in a remote but beautiful location near Durango, Colorado. Before they leave the car, she surprises him with the news she’s pregnant. He’s the happiest, most content he’s ever been…until all hell breaks loose. As they get out of the car, a van with armed mask men approach and abduct Avery. He’s ordered to go home and wait for instructions. And this begins a confounding and horrible game to get his wife back.
the heart of the story…
Whoa! I thought I knew what was going on and then enters what feels like a subplot. I just focused on keeping up as this thing took some wild, crazy and twisty turns. It was like navigating on a dark, lonely cliffside road without directions.
the narration…
I highly recommend listening to this one because the performances by Danny Montooth, Brittany Pressley and Adam Verner made this even more thrilling. They were masterful in their storytelling and characterizations.
the bottom line…
I have a new favorite author because this was some high level plotting and storytelling. I gave up trying to solve the mysteries and just focused on paying attention, hanging on for dear life. I loved everything about the story, especially the creative conclusion. Now, onto the Stephens backlist.
Book Info
- Release Date: November 18, 2025
- Narrators: Danny Montooth, Brittany Pressley & Adam Verner
- Audio Length: 9 hours, 37 minutes
- Publisher: Simon Maverick
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This one sounds so intriguing! Wonderful review Jonetta.
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Thank you, Jodie💜 It’s one exciting reading ride!
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Fantastic review, Jo, sounds really good!
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Thank you, Nicki💜 It was SO good!
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This review makes me happy! He is one of my favorite new author discoveries this year. xx
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Thank you, Yvo💜 He’s developing a cult following!
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I’ve not heard of Caleb Stephens, but it sure sounds like an author I need to read or listen to. Excellent review, Jo.
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Thank you, Carla💜 One of his books was included on Libro.fm and suddenly he’s taken off. After listening to that one, I downloaded this from NetGalley and he’s the real deal.
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I am looking elsewhere for it, as it is archived on NG already. Hopefully my library, Everand of KU will get it.
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