About the Book
Book: Raging Waters
Author: Dana Mentink
Genre: Inspirational Romantic Suspense
Release Date: March 3, 2026
As the dam crumbles and water sweeps across the terrain, their battle for justice and survival is just beginning.
When Mackenzie Bardine’s brother Aaron was murdered in a drug deal gone wrong, she started a true crime podcast dedicated to exposing “Bullseye,” the drug kingpin responsible. But her protective heart has never let go of the blame she places on herself and Aaron’s best friend, Gideon Landry. On the run to the wilds of Washington to chase a recent lead, she meets none other than Gideon himself.
While conducting a wilderness survival class in remote Washington, Gideon never expected to cross paths with Mackenzie, and he’s certainly not interested in helping her after he’s already declined to participate in her vigilante podcasting. He carries a mountain of guilt about Aaron’s fatal choices, but not for the reasons Mackenzie suspects.
As killers begin to circle Mackenzie like sharks, it’s clear to Gideon she’s in over her head, and in light of his troubled past with her brother, he can’t bring himself to ignore her perilous situation. Then a flood threatens the town, turning their investigation into a race to escape the raging waters and the wrath of a powerful kingpin who wants to sink them both.
A gripping, clean romantic suspense featuring enemies-to-lovers, second-chance romance, and high-stakes investigations set in small-town Washington, sweeping readers away on a turbulent wave of thrills and chills. Perfect for fans of forced proximity, wilderness survival, protective heroes, and justice-driven heroines.
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About the Author
Dana Mentink is a New York Times, USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author as well as a two-time American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, and a Holt Medallion winner. She is the author of over fifty titles in the suspense and lighthearted romance genres. She is pleased to write for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense, Revell and Poisoned Pen Press.
More from Dana
I’m afraid of deep water. There. I’ve said it. I live in California, famous for beaches sand and surf. If that’s not enough, there are swimming pools aplenty. I should be enjoying the surfing, boating, kayaking, sailing culture, but I’d much rather sit on a deck somewhere and watch others partake. So what’s a gal like me doing writing an adventure that takes place as a dam rupture overwhelms a town? I love to write that type of wilderness story, where stakes are high and the help is scarce. Similar to the previous book, Fire Mountain, the characters will have to dig deep of their strength and faith to survive. And you and I can enjoy it from the safety of our decks! Are you ready? Grab your book and your cuppa and let’s go!
My Thoughts
Raging Waters by Dana Mentink is
an action-packed story that lives up to its title. The author developed well-defined
characters, and there was clear chemistry between Gideon and Mackenzie. There
are twists and turns as well as danger from humans and the water. Water serves as a recurring motif
throughout the narrative, illustrating its potential for destruction. The pacing felt somewhat inconsistent,
with a quick start and finish but a noticeably slower middle section. The story explores redemption, forgiveness,
and integrates faith effectively. Raging Waters is the second book in the
Elements of Danger series and it can be read as a standalone. Raging Waters is an intense tale with a cold
case, a stubborn sibling, a frustrated best friend, problematic podcasts, relentless
rains, an unbendable Bullseye, and a dam ready to rupture.
Giveaway
To celebrate her tour, Dana is giving away the grand prize of a $100 Amazon Gift Card and a signed copy of the book!! Be sure to comment on the blog stops for extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.
https://gleam.io/OQ5p4/raging-waters-celebration-tour-giveaway
Raging Waters can be obtained from Amazon*. The first book in the Elements of Danger series is Fire Mountain. Dana Mentink has Murders in the Marquee coming out September 1. It is the debut of Murder Most Fowl Mysteries. You can find Dana Mentink's other creations here. Thank you for joining me today. I hope that I have helped you find a new book to read.
On Wednesday, March 4 I will be sharing my thoughts on Amelia's March Arrangement by Mindy Steele. It is the third An Amish Birthday Romance Series. Don't forget to leave a comment for an extra entry in the giveaway before you depart. I am off to take my mother to the optometrist. She has managed to destroy four pairs of eyeglasses in the last year. When I say destory, I mean stems have fallen off, lenses have fallen out (and she lost them), the glasses are in two pieces, and, in the case of a fifth pair, she does not remember where she put them (I have searched high and low). She is getting titanium frames this time (hopefully, they will last longer). Fingers crossed that she will have better luck with her new pair. May you have a lovely day. Take care and Happy Reading!
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