When Sadie inherits a cottage in the middle of nowhere from a grandmother she never met, she hopes to find the father she never knew. Instead, she discovers mysterious messages that may or may not lead to her father.
When a storm knocks out the power and washes out the one road that can take her back to civilization, Sadie turns to her only neighbor, a man with a secret agenda of his own.
Caden knows Sadie's father, and what he knows he dislikes. Still, he's willing to help his new neighbor track down her father...for a price. What neither of them realizes is they are not only unwittingly endangering their hearts but also the people they love.
Fans of sweet suspense novels by RaeAnne Thayne, Taylor Hart, and Cami Checketts will love this heartwarming yet fast-paced Christian series featuring the Haywood family of Cascadia, Washington.
Character Motivations:
- What drives Sadie to embark on this journey to find her father, especially given the mysterious messages she discovers?
- How do Caden's motivations and his secret agenda contribute to the unfolding plot?
Themes of Discovery and Identity:
- In what ways does Sadie's quest for her father tie into larger themes of self-discovery and identity?
- How do the mysterious messages add depth to the exploration of family and personal history?
Setting and Atmosphere:
- Discuss the role of the isolated cottage and the storm in shaping the atmosphere of the story. How does the setting impact the characters and their decisions?
Secrets and Agendas:
- Explore the theme of secrets in the story, focusing on both Sadie and Caden. How do their undisclosed motives create tension in the narrative?
- How do the characters' secrets affect their relationships with each other?
Relationship Dynamics:
- Analyze the evolving relationship between Sadie and Caden. How do their interactions change over the course of the book?
- How does the external pressure of the storm and the quest for Sadie's father influence their connection?
The Price of Help:
- Discuss the concept of "help for a price" that Caden offers Sadie. In what ways does this add complexity to their relationship and the overall plot?
- How do the characters grapple with the idea of assistance coming with strings attached?
Unintended Consequences:
- Explore the idea that Sadie and Caden may unknowingly endanger their hearts and the people they love. How do their actions have unintended consequences?
- In what ways does this element contribute to the suspense in the story?
Faith and Family:
- Considering the Christian series aspect, discuss any themes of faith that emerge in the narrative.
- How is the concept of family portrayed, especially within the context of the Haywood family of Cascadia, Washington?
Comparisons to Similar Authors:
- For readers familiar with authors like RaeAnne Thayne, Taylor Hart, and Cami Checketts, discuss how this book aligns with or deviates from the conventions of sweet suspense novels in the genre.
- What elements make this book unique within the Christian series?
Ending and Expectations for the Series:
- Without spoilers, share your thoughts on the ending of the book. Did it meet your expectations, and did it leave you eager to explore the rest of the series?
- What aspects of the blurb make you curious about the continuation of the Haywood family's story?
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