Shadow of a Doubt by Terri Blackstock

The second book of the Newpointe 911 series uses the same southern town in Louisiana as the setting. The reader met Stan, Celia and Aunt Aggie in the first book, but they are the main characters in this book. I enjoyed reading these books back to back. I don’t often do this and then forget who is who.

In Shadow of a Doubt, an attempted murder occurs in the first chapter. Blackstock does not need as much leadtime to introduce characters because it is the second book, but it would still be understandable out of order. The main suspect is Celia since it was a poisoning case against her husband Stan. Blackstock really does a character study on how easily people are persuaded when the evidence is obvious, even if you have known the person for years. The town turns against Celia except her Aunt Aggie and her lawyer Jill. Celia ends up in jail and like Paul of the New Testament finds contentment and hope behind bars.

Through some creative investigating and faith in Celia’s integrity, a sting is set up to apprehend the real killer. It may not be who you suspected…

Overall a good book with some great bible references and a clear direction in placing faith in Jesus. I was not expecting an evangelistic ending, but found it appropriate.

Blessings