
Colleen Coble is a USA Today bestselling author of Christian romantic suspense novels. With over 75 books published, she is best known for her Rock Harbor series, Hope Beach series, and Sunset Cove series. Her novels are characterized by strong female protagonists, search-and-rescue themes, and coastal settings. Colleen has won numerous awards including the ACFW Carol Award and the Romance Writers of America RITA.
4 books
The Hope Beach series is set on the North Carolina coast and features different protagonists in each book who find themselves in Hope Beach dealing with family secrets, romantic complications, and dangerous mysteries. The series explores themes of homecoming, forgiveness, and second chances against the backdrop of a charming coastal town.
3 books
Set in the beautiful but dangerous landscape of Washington's lavender country, the Lavender Tides series follows sisters Ellie, Shauna, and Zoe Blackmore as they each confront mysteries that threaten their family and their lives. The series explores themes of sisterhood, protection, and uncovering dangerous secrets.
3 books
Set in northern California, the Mercy Falls series follows three sisters as they each face danger and uncover secrets in their coastal community. The series explores family bonds, faith, and the courage to face the past.
3 books
The Pelican Harbor series follows FBI agent Jane Hardy as she returns to her hometown to solve cold cases and confront her own traumatic past. Set in coastal Alabama, the series features suspense, family drama, and Jane's determination to find justice for victims.
5 books
The Rock Harbor series is set in Michigan's Upper Peninsula and follows Bree Nicholls, a search-and-rescue specialist who works with her dog Samson to find missing people. After her husband and son disappear in a plane crash, Bree uses her skills to help others while uncovering mysteries in the small town of Rock Harbor. The series combines suspense, romance, and faith as Bree solves cases and rebuilds her life.
3 books
The Sunset Cove series is set in Washington State and follows different characters as they uncover family secrets and face dangerous situations in the coastal community. Each book features mystery, romance, and the power of faith to overcome past traumas.
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