Bayou Justice (Bayou Series, Book 1) (Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense #74) [Mass Market Paperback]

Robin Caroll (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 9, 2007

A body in the bayou.

Alligator conservationist Coco LeBlanc knew real fear when she found a body in the clutches of her beloved beasts. Fear turned to horror when she saw that it was one of the Trahan clan--and he'd been shot in the back. Her ex-boyfriend, Luc Trahan, had dumped Coco two years ago when she refused to give up her family's centuries-old voodoo traditions, and he didn't know about her newfound faith. Now, as they and their families become prime suspects in the grisly crime, they'll have to work together to clear their names before the Cajun killer strikes again.

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Mass Market Paperback: 224 pages
• Publisher: Steeple Hill (October 9, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0373442645
• ISBN-13: 978-0373442645
• Product Dimensions: 6.6 x 4.1 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 4.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #276,725 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Born and raised in Louisiana, Robin Caroll is a Southerner through and through. Her passion has always been to tell stories to entertain others. Robin's mother, bless her heart, is a genealogist who instilled in Robin the deep love of family and pride of heritage--two aspects Robin weaves into each of her books.

Robin's books have finaled/placed/won in various prestigious writing contests: Book of the Year, 2008; Romantic Times Reviewer's Choice Award, 2008; Bookseller's Best Award, 2009; Cover Cafe Cover Contest, 2009; Book of the Year, 2009 and RT Reviewer's Choice Award Nominee 2010.

When she isn't writing, Robin spends time with her husband of twenty years, her three beautiful daughters and one handsome grandson, and their four character-filled pets at home--in the South, where else? An avid reader herself, Robin loves hearing from and chatting with other readers. Although her favorite genre to read is mystery/suspense, of course, she'll read just about any good story. Except historicals! To learn more about this author of deep South mysteries of suspense to inspire your heart, visit Robin's website at www.robincaroll.com.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A pleasant surprise...., November 21, 2007

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Deborah Wiley (Winter Haven, FL) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bayou Justice (Bayou Series, Book 1) (Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense #74) (Mass Market Paperback)

CoCo LeBlanc's heart was broken two years ago by Luc Trahan. CoCo's role in the voodoo of her family had torn them apart. Little does Luc realize, but CoCo has since become a Christian. Unfortunately, she discovers a dead body, a member of Luc's family, and once again they are thrown together. Will things change between these two once Luc realizes CoCo has accepted God into her life? Or will the murder tear them irrevocably apart?

I am not sure that I have ever read a book in this line before and Robin Caroll's book was a pleasant surprise! Her descriptions of the bayou are so vivid you can easily picture yourself there. CoCo's love of nature shines through clearly in Ms. Caroll's depictions as even the Louisiana alligators seem beautiful through her prose.

Several themes are predominant in this poignant tale, most prominently that of forgiveness. Luc and CoCo share a past as they were engaged until their religious beliefs separated them. Both jump to conclusions quickly and it was uplifting to see how they resolved their struggles with living as Christians on a daily basis.

BAYOU JUSTICE is an entertaining and inspiring story about faith. What an excellent choice for my first foray into this line! I would have liked to see more of Coco's transformation from believing in voodoo to being a Christian but I enjoyed her interactions with her voodoo believing family members. Ms. Caroll makes a powerful statement about witnessing to others about faith in this short but interesting story.

COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic!!, November 8, 2007

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Betsy Ann St. Amant "I write for the same rea... (Louisiana) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bayou Justice (Bayou Series, Book 1) (Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense #74) (Mass Market Paperback)

As a fellow Louisiana gal, I heartily give this debut novel two thumbs-up! Robin has dropped loveable, realistic characters smack down into a unique and oh so dangerous bayou setting that leaves you on the edge of your seat! This is more than just a classic "who dun it" story, one you do not want to miss! And guess what - its a series. Can't beat that =)

So what are you waiting for? Click that order button!!

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great suspense!, October 9, 2007

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Colleen Coble (IN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bayou Justice (Bayou Series, Book 1) (Steeple Hill Love Inspired Suspense #74) (Mass Market Paperback)

I love a book that takes me somewhere interesting and
teaches me something while leaving me on the edge of my
seat. Bayou Justice does just that. An alligator
conservationist is the main character and the book has a
great plot all around Confederate coins with an interesting
subplot about voodoo.

I was hooked from the first sentence. Great debut by a
talented author. I'll be watching for more by Caroll!