Title: Cover of Night
Author: Linda Howard
First published January 1, 2006
428 pages, Paperback
ISBN: 9780345486516 (ISBN10: 034548651X)
Rating: 3.81
Overview
Linda Howard has done it again with her heart-pumping novel, “Under the Moonlight”. In the small town of Pine Creek, Colorado, nestled in the Rocky Mountains, widow Lily Mansfield runs a successful bed-and-breakfast with the help of her trusty handyman, Jack.
Lily’s peaceful life is shattered when a mysterious guest disappears, leaving behind a trail of secrets and danger. Suddenly, armed men invade her inn, demanding answers and threatening her children.
Jack reveals himself to be more than just a handyman, as he fights to protect Lily and her family. Trapped in the mountains, Lily and Jack must use all their skills to outwit and survive their enemies.
As the stakes get higher and the danger more intense, Lily and Jack must rely on their wits and each other to make it through the night alive.
About the Author
Meet Linda S. Howington, a talented American romance novelist who writes under the pen name Linda Howard.
Linda has captivated readers with her love stories and has become a best-selling author. Her passion for writing began 21 years ago when she started penning stories for her own enjoyment.
After gaining confidence in her writing, Linda submitted one of her novels for publication, which turned out to be a huge success. Silhouette published her first work in 1982, and since then, there has been no turning back for this gifted writer.
Linda is a proud member of the Romance Writers of America, and in 2005, she was honored with their Career Achievement Award. When she is not busy writing, Linda resides in Gadsden, Alabama, with her husband, Gary F.
Howington, and two adorable golden retrievers. She is also a doting stepmother to three grown children and has three lovely grandchildren.
Editoral Review
Linda Howard’s Cover of Night is a thrilling suspense novel that will appeal to fans of the genre. The book follows the story of two women, Cate and Cali, whose lives intersect when they are forced to work together to uncover a dark secret in the town of Trail Stop, Missouri.
Howard is a seasoned writer in the thriller genre and her experience shows in the way she masterfully weaves together different plot threads to create a story that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The book is fast-paced, with plenty of twists and turns that will keep readers guessing until the very end.
One of the strengths of the book is its complex and well-developed characters. Cate and Cali are both flawed, but strong women who are easy to root for.
They are not only battling external forces, but also the demons of their past, making them relatable and human. The small town setting of Trail Stop, Missouri also adds an extra layer of tension and intrigue to the book.
The town is not the idyllic picture of Americana that it first appears to be, and as Cate and Cali peel back the layers of secrecy, they discover a dark underbelly of corruption and violence. While Cover of Night is primarily a thriller, it also touches on themes of family, redemption, and the consequences of our actions.
Howard expertly navigates these themes without sacrificing the pace or tension of the story. One of the limitations of the book is that some of the scenes can be overly descriptive and slow down the pace of the story.
However, this is a minor flaw in an otherwise engaging novel. Overall, Cover of Night is a well-written and gripping thriller that will keep readers up late into the night.
Howard’s expert storytelling, complex characters, and small town setting make for a memorable and enjoyable read. Fans of the genre will not be disappointed.
Rating: 4/5
