Dee Henderson’s literary craft is a pleasant read
for any lazy afternoon and highly recommended if you enjoy reading light
romance and/or light detective fiction (light, in that there is neither graphic
detailing of crime scenes or love interest, nor is there a shift in narrative
to the kidnapper’s perspective). Henderson adds a bonus to her novel, because
she writes with a Christian worldview.
Danger
in the Shadows by Henderson is loaded with plot
details that move the story along easily. The main character, Sara Walsh, is in
protective custody with FBI agent Dave Richman in the lead. There are several
constant conflicts, external and internal, in Sara’s life. First, there is an underlying
one presented by Sara’s long-ago kidnapper who remains unidentified and at-large,
but with Agent Richman closing in. Within herself, fear plagues her, manipulates
her doubts, and at peak levels of stress, threatens to break her. Lastly, Sara struggles
with the intensity of high security protocol and the cost it requires of her –
no personal relationships; she longs to be free of fear and to be free to find
happiness in her future. Through the course of Sara’s story, her understanding
of God’s provision, security, and strength take on new and deeper meaning.
