Frasier Island
by Susan Page Davis
Published by Harvest House
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Reviewed by Sheryl Root
A military suspense set on the remote naval outpost of Frasier Island, Susan Page Davis' new book reminds me very much of one of my favorite suspense authors, Dee Henderson. Like Dee, Susan writes with the perfect balance of suspense, romance, and faith. Both internal and external conflicts kept me eager to turn the next page.
Ensign Rachel Whitney's first assignment is the one she had hoped for--serving under Lieutenant George Hudson on tiny Frasier Island in the North Pacific. Lt. Hudson's reputation is stellar, and Rachel knows she can learn many things from him that will advance her career in the Navy.
George Hudson has his own reasons for choosing to serve on such a remote island. While his assignment has lasted much longer than Navy protocol would normally allow, his exemplary performance and dedication to his country make him the perfect person to guard the highly classified secret hidden on the island.
However, George wasn't expecting a female ensign to replace one of his departing men, so his reaction to Rachel's presence is less than welcoming. But Rachel is determined to show that her skill and competence make her the perfect person for the job. And she relies on her newfound faith in God to help her overcome her quick temper, and to give her the patience and wisdom she needs to persevere--especially when her feelings for her commanding officer become more than she had intended.
When a Navy insider leaks the island's secret, George and Rachel find that they have few resources besides each other and their faith in God to thwart the plans of the enemy.
Susan Paige Davis begins Frasier Island with more internal than external conflict, but this is an asset to the story. By the time the action begins to build, I cared so much about the characters that I could hardly bear to put the book down!
Armchair Interviews says: A perfect blend of suspense and romance, Frasier Island should appeal to fans of both.
Author's Web site: http://www.susanpagedavis.com