Abby Northrope has everything a woman could want. A wonderful home in Carmel-by-the-Sea, a wealthy lawyer husband, a wide circle of friends and a secure place in the community. She has everything...until Marti Bright, Abby's best friend from school days, is brutally murdered -- crucified on a hill overlooking Carmel. But Abby lives with a secret of her own: her ailing marriage, so fairy-tale-like to outsiders, is crumbling. As Abby turns all her energies into a quest to avenge Marti's death, she is led down a labyrinth of lies, half-truths, jealousies and revenge. Terrible secrets come to light: about herself, her husband and Marti. But how are the three tied together? With a killer still on the loose, time is running out.
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15 of 15 people found the following review helpful:
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A 5+! Great thriller,
This review is from: Sacred Trust (Paperback)
Marti Bright was a photojournalist who focused her camera and pen on the homeless and impoverished women and children. She touched many lives, sometimes even changing them for the better until a sociopath snuffed out her life in a bizarre religious-like ritual. No one mourned her death more than her best friend Abby Northrup did and still does.On the surface Abby seems to have it all. She has a loving husband, a beautiful home, and plenty of discretionary money. However, her idyllic life is a façade and has been ever since she caught her spouse in bed with her sibling. She also feels guilty that she never kept in touch with Marti. When Marti died she scribbled Abby's name in the sand making it look like Abby was involved in her death. The Secret Service is investigating Marti's death because the victim was a close friend of the first family. They feel Abby is the prime suspect until her husband disappears when ordered to report for questioning. Anger joins fear as Abby begins her own inquires that hopefully will clear her name and put closure to her friend,s death. Meg O'Brien has written another exhilarating thriller that will appeal to fans of Barbara Michaels and Jan Burke. The exciting story line contains numerous twists and turns that leaves the reader wondering what will happen next. In the hands of a lesser talent, the lead protagonist would be a victim, but Ms. O'Brien turns her into an intrepid but frightened survivor. SACRED TRUST is a powerful work that should reach all the bestseller lists. Harriet Klausner
14 of 17 people found the following review helpful:
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SACRED TRUST - Meg O'Brien Will Earn Yours!,
By Katherine (USA) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Sacred Trust (Paperback)
I just finished Meg O'Brien's new novel SACRED TRUST last night around midnight. Great Read! I'd like to recommend it. I didn't put the book down all day! Although it is not a true "romantic novel" per se (it's more in the Thriller/Suspense Genre)I loved the action and main character - Abby Northrup. She's comes across as smart, strong and can take care of herself. Also, the twist and turns in the plot kept me going and made me crazy! (in a good way, of course). I have read other works by Meg O'Brien, with most recently, CRASHING DOWN and loved how she was able to keep me guessing till the very end at "Whodunit?" and "Why?" SACRED TRUST, did not let me down with this either. I had a bunch of people in my mind who I thought might be the killer and many reason why they would do it. It drove me nuts. I had to finish the book to see if I was right! So, sit back, have a cup of Jasmine Tea and enjoy the suspense Ms. O'Brien has for us :-) But, make sure you don't have any plans for the day that you'll have to cancel because you can't put the book down! :-)And Oh, and if you have a dog...keep him close by :-)
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:
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ANOTHER FABULOUS O'BRIEN THRILLER!!!!!,
This review is from: Sacred Trust (Paperback)
After reading "Crashing Down," I knew I had to read Meg O'Brien's other novels, so I ran out and bought them. It's always like that when you read a good book by a new author. "Sacred Trust" was quite different then "Crashing Down." It takes place in the gorgeous, picturesque, town of Carmel, California! (I personally love that town!) Abby Northrup is startled to wake up one morning and hear the news that her old best friend Marti Bright has been murdered. Her body was placed on a wooden cross with nails stuck through her hands and she was severly beaten to death. Next to the body was the word "Abby." The Carmel PD believe that Abby might have killed her. Abby is shocked and decides to investigate the death of her old friend on her own. As she tries to narrow down the suspects with the FBI and police on her tail, she uncovers many new revelations like her husband's blackmailing scheme in order to obtain land and Marti's son's foster parents have disappeared. The novel leaves the reader confused at points but the ending is extremely shocking and sums the book up well. I'm already in the middle of reading "Gathering Lies," her newest novel!
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