“Unique, witty, and hilarious, Carrie’s voice shines throughout Woman in Shadow. The perfect mix of intrigue, mystery, and danger, Woman in Shadow is most definitely a book for my keeper shelf.”
—Dani Pettrey, bestselling author of the Coastal Guardians series
“Danger and drama abide in this tale that takes a walk on the perilous side. With a flair for the macabre, the story will linger in your head long after the last page.”
—Steve Berry, New York Times and #1 internationally bestselling author, for Relative Silence
“Relative Silence is one of the most engrossing suspense novels I’ve read in a long time. Pitch-perfect pacing and characterization along with Parks’s knowledgeable hand with forensics kept me on the edge of my seat. If you enjoy suspense with a light touch of romance, you must read this one!”
—Colleen Coble, USA TODAY bestselling author of One Little Lie and the Lavender Tides series
“The perfect beach read! Relative Silence is an expert mix of family drama and slow-burning thriller, leavened with Parks’s trademark humor. You’ll be pulling for Piper and Tucker as the story builds toward a hurricane-force climax.”
—Rick Acker, bestselling author
“With skill and her ever-present wit, Carrie Stuart Parks has arranged puzzle pieces and woven story threads into an engaging and quick-moving read with tantalizing questions, quirky characters, and . . . oh yes, some well-placed fictional curve balls along the way. Enjoy!”
—Frank Peretti, bestselling author, for Relative Silence
“What a great book! Carrie Stuart Parks has done it again. Relative Silence offers us characters we care about, a convoluted and clever plot, and hours of reading pleasure. Highly recommended.”
—Gayle Roper, author of Lost and Found and Hide and Seek
“Relative Silence has all the bells and whistles. A relatable character in Piper Boone, a plot that keeps moving forward, and a surprising finish. It was hard to put down. A completely satisfying read. I highly recommend it!”
—Nancy Mehl, bestselling, award-winning author
“What a compelling story! I rarely read a book all in one sitting, but Parks’s combination of intriguing plot, vivid setting, and characters you can’t help but root for kept me turning the pages right through to the very satisfying ending. I highly recommend this excellent read!”
—Marlo Schalesky, award-winning author of Women of the Bible Speak Out, for Relative Silence
“Parks has it all in Relative Silence—mystery, romance, and a subtle message about God.”
—Richard L. Mabry, MD, award-winning, bestselling author of Critical Decision
“I love Carrie Stuart Parks’s skill in writing characters with hysterical humor, unwitting courage, and page-turning mystery. I hope my readers won’t abandon me completely when they learn about her!”
—Terri Blackstock, USA TODAY bestselling author of the If I Run series
“[An] appealing inspirational thriller.”
—Publishers Weekly, for Fragments of Fear
“Without fail, Parks delivers stories that reel me in and keep me turning the pages until I’m done and craving more. Fragments of Fear is sure to make you a Carrie Stuart Parks addict as well!” #CSPaddictandproudofit
—Lynette Eason, bestselling, award-winning author
“Fragments of Fear is a romantic suspense roller-coaster ride not to be missed. Parks has mastered the art of drawing in the reader and gripping our imaginations in a way that keeps us turning the pages.”
—Kimberly Rose Johnson, award-winning author
“Parks skillfully blends a lovely yet treacherous locale into the very dark deeds of its human inhabitants. Readers will want to see more of the mysterious and sympathetic Murphy.”
—Publishers Weekly, for Formula of Deception
“The sinister tone of this fast-paced story line creates an almost unbearable tension that will keep readers glued to the page. Acclaimed author Parks draws on her career as a forensic artist to imbue her stories with a true-to-life accuracy that will fascinate readers of CSI-type fiction.”
—Library Journal, for Formula of Deception
“Parks (herself a well-known forensic artist) is a seasoned writer of inspirational ‘edge-of-your-seat’ suspense and mystery. Her latest title is a carefully researched and thoughtfully executed novel that will leave readers begging for more. Fans of Dee Henderson, DiAnn Mills, and Brandilyn Collins will flock to this suspenseful series.”
—Library Journal, starred review, for Portrait of Vengeance
“Parks has created an intriguing female sleuth with depth, courage, and grit. The well-developed characters are complemented by a unique setting.”
—Publishers Weekly, starred review, for Portrait of Vengeance
“Rich characters, a forensic artist’s eye for detail, and plot twists—Carrie Stuart Parks hits all the right notes!”
—Mary Burton, New York Times bestselling author, for Portrait of Vengeance
“The compelling crimes, inscrutable community, and resilient heroine propel Parks’s latest thrill-packed installment in the chronicles of no-nonsense Gwen Marcey.”
—Publishers Weekly, for When Death Draws Near
“Besides having a resourceful and likable heroine, the book also features that rarest of characters: a villain you don’t see coming, but whom you hate with relish. Moreover, you think said villain’s crazy plans for world domination just might work. A Cry from the Dust will keep you hoping, praying, and guessing till the end.”
—Book Page
“Renowned forensic and fine artist, Parks’s action-packed and compelling tale of suspense is haunting in its intensity. Well researched and written in an almost journalistic style, this emotionally charged story is recommended for fans of Ted Dekker, Mary Higgins Clark, and historical suspense.”
—Library Journal, starred review, for A Cry from the Dust
“Parks, in her debut novel, has clearly done her research and never disappoints when it comes to crisp dialogue, characterization, or surprising twists and turns.”
—Publishers Weekly, for A Cry from the Dust
“A unique novel of forensics and fanaticism. A good story on timely subjects well told. For me, these are the ingredients of a successful novel today and Carrie Stuart Parks has done just that.”
—Carter Cornick, FBI Counterterrorism and Forensic Science Research (Ret.), for A Cry from the Dust