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Verdict at River's Edge: A Christian Thriller with a dash of romance (Collin Walker Series Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Colleen Snyder (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
4.7 out of 5 stars 212 ratings

What terrifies you?

In the dark recess of your soul, what is it that you’ve managed to avoid, to hide, to bury deep, never to be faced? And what if the Lord asked you to face that fear for no other reason than, “Because I’m asking?” What would you do?

Welcome to Collin Walker’s world.

Collin Walker, a social worker from the innercity of Oakton, Ohio comes to Camp Grace for what is billed as “an extreme sports camp.” Her single purpose: to show her ward, Rob Sider, that there is more to life than the streets “…show you can be strong and still love, win without cheating, and succeed in life without all the bells and whistles…” Collin has no way of knowing that God has other plans for her week: facing a lifelong terror of rushing rivers, and perhaps her greatest fear of all, the possibility of real love.

Jeff Farrell is the camp “go-to”man: janitor, tour guide, paramedic... Collin finds his easy banter, gentle humor and quick wit intriguing. As their paths cross over and over—and over and over—Collin finds herself drawn to him. When Rob picks whitewater rafting as his challenge and asks Collin to come along, Collin must muster all her rigid self-control and her faith to face her fear. But when a killer makes her his next target, which will she rely on to see her through? Her strength? Or her faith? Can she “walk the talk” when the events of the week spiral out of her control?

Join her and find out.

Verdict at the River’s Edge

Welcome to Collin Walker’s world.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B08LL3PBKD
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Forget Me Not Romances, an imprint of Winged Publications
  • Accessibility ‏ : ‎ Learn more
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ October 20, 2020
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • File size ‏ : ‎ 1.9 MB
  • Simultaneous device usage ‏ : ‎ Unlimited
  • Screen Reader ‏ : ‎ Supported
  • Enhanced typesetting ‏ : ‎ Enabled
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  • Word Wise ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 263 pages
  • Page Flip ‏ : ‎ Enabled
  • Book 1 of 7 ‏ : ‎ Collin Walker Series
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 out of 5 stars 212 ratings

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Colleen K. Snyder

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Colleen K. Snyder

has always had a passion for writing. In years past she authored two previously published books: Journey to Amanah: The Beginning and Return to Tebel-Ayr: The Journey Continues (B&H Publishing). Colleen is under contract to Winged Publications, where she has published a novella, six books, and has a seventh due to be released in April. She is currently working on a new series. Her style is "contemporary suspense with a *touch of romance." She lives on a “ranchette” in California with her younger sister and her mother and is (still) training as the junior-est ranch hand. Colleen exercises a ministry of encouragement along with being an ardent pray-er. She has worked as a factory line worker, pharmacy technician, USAF missile systems analyst, nanny, teacher, personal assistant to the company president, and whatever else the Lord required. Her story is for His glory, always.

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Customers find this Christian thriller engaging with a unique plot and light suspense. They appreciate the book's readability, with one customer noting it kept their attention throughout. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its compassionate portrayal of children, with one review highlighting how it addresses the needs of wayward kids. Additionally, customers praise the well-written text and amazing characters, while appreciating the book's mystery elements.

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20 customers mention "Storyline"17 positive3 negative

Customers enjoy the storyline of this Christian thriller, praising its unique plot and light suspense elements.

"...The Christian aspect is perfectly woven throughout the story of social worker Collin and the children she surrounds herself with...." Read more

"...Great suspense with an amazing story. I believe this is first in a series, will definitely read her other books. I give this one an A plus!!" Read more

"What a great story. It is not easy to overcome fear, but it can be done with God’s love and strength and help from others who love and care for us...." Read more

"This book was very well written. The characters, plot, setting--all were very good and interesting...." Read more

11 customers mention "Readability"11 positive0 negative

Customers find the book readable, with one mentioning it kept their attention and interest throughout.

"I had never heard of this author, but the synopsis sounded interesting. I could not put this book down, finished it in one evening!..." Read more

"...too early in the morning to finish this book because it kept my attention and interest. It was hard to put down...." Read more

"...Thanks for a great read." Read more

"Great book! This book shows how much we struggle as humans. Even when we know God is in charge...." Read more

9 customers mention "Compassion"9 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the compassion in the book, with one review highlighting how it portrays caring adults in children's lives, while another notes how it addresses the needs of wayward kids.

"...including a raging river, with real-to-life characters, from adults to children, containing captivating quirks...." Read more

"...characters, with spiritual issues presented in real-world and believable ways. Great suspense with an amazing story...." Read more

"...fear, but it can be done with God’s love and strength and help from others who love and care for us...." Read more

"...She also understands the need of wayward kid. I liked all the characters, especially Colin and Jeff...." Read more

9 customers mention "Writer quality"9 positive0 negative

Customers praise the author's talent and find the book well-written, with one customer noting it's an easy flowing read.

"...This faith-based story kept me glued to the screen. The thriller is well-written, with nary a dull moment. The added romance is a plus...." Read more

"...I could not put this book down, finished it in one evening! So well written, with very engaging characters, with spiritual issues presented in real-..." Read more

"...Nice job by the author!" Read more

"This book was very well written. The characters, plot, setting--all were very good and interesting...." Read more

8 customers mention "Character development"8 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the character development in the book.

"...setting in the mountains, including a raging river, with real-to-life characters, from adults to children, containing captivating quirks...." Read more

"...main characters were Jeff, Collin, and Rob, but the other support characters were awesome. Nice job by the author!" Read more

"...She also understands the need of wayward kid. I liked all the characters, especially Colin and Jeff...." Read more

"...Whom do we trust in the hardest of circumstances? The cast of characters is amazing and sucked me in page after page...." Read more

3 customers mention "Mystery content"3 positive0 negative

Customers enjoy the mystery content of the book, with one mentioning there are lots of unanswered questions.

"...There's action, a little mystery (maybe; I wasn't surprised), a little romance, and solid Christian reasoning and doctrine in a realistic way." Read more

"A real action thriller, lots of unanswered questions and twists and turns in the story...." Read more

"An easy flowing read with a bit of mystery and romance...." Read more

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  • Lewis
    5.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining Read
    Reviewed in the United States on January 18, 2025
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    The camp and river descriptions were excellent. The author made Camp Grace sound like a place I wanted to go to. She also understands the need of wayward kid. I liked all the characters, especially Colin and Jeff. This is book one, and I hope Jeff continues to be in the series. Thanks for a great read.
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  • Tray
    5.0 out of 5 stars Verdict at River's Edge
    Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2024
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    This author is wonderful, she does not describe the physical attributes for the eye to see. What she does is describe the characters spiritually. I know the villain is nice looking but his spirit is not. What color eyes, hair, how tall is never told. And we know our character should imitate Jesus.
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  • Robin
    5.0 out of 5 stars A Page-turner For Sure!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2024
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    A page-turner for sure!

    This faith-based story kept me glued to the screen. The thriller is well-written, with nary a dull moment. The added romance is a plus. This book has an ideal setting in the mountains, including a raging river, with real-to-life characters, from adults to children, containing captivating quirks. The Christian aspect is perfectly woven throughout the story of social worker Collin and the children she surrounds herself with. The plot is unique and captivating. A bit of a predictable ending but it didn’t matter.

    I’ve not read any of Ms. Snyder’s books before but I’ll keep hers in mind for my TBR pile. 5 stars it is
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  • DK
    4.0 out of 5 stars Great Christian Suspense
    Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2024
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    This book was very well written. The characters, plot, setting--all were very good and interesting. I stayed up way too early in the morning to finish this book because it kept my attention and interest. It was hard to put down. This was my first book by this author. I am looking forward to read the second book in this series.
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  • smithgg
    5.0 out of 5 stars Overcoming Fear
    Reviewed in the United States on January 19, 2024
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    What a great story. It is not easy to overcome fear, but it can be done with God’s love and strength and help from others who love and care for us. The main characters were Jeff, Collin, and Rob, but the other support characters were awesome. Nice job by the author!
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  • Voracious reader
    5.0 out of 5 stars Wow!
    Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2023
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    This book is not for the faint of heart. It hits hard and long on a pressure point for me: fear. Whom do we trust in the hardest of circumstances? The cast of characters is amazing and sucked me in page after page. There is intrigue, suspense, romance and always the challenge to see God through His Son. Some of the explanations of the need for a Savior I have ever read. Can’t wait to read the sequel.
    5 people found this helpful
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  • Emily Forro
    5.0 out of 5 stars This is a great book!
    Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2023
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    I had never heard of this author, but the synopsis sounded interesting. I could not put this book down, finished it in one evening! So well written, with very engaging characters, with spiritual issues presented in real-world and believable ways. Great suspense with an amazing story. I believe this is first in a series, will definitely read her other books. I give this one an A plus!!
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  • Kathy Bateman
    5.0 out of 5 stars Verdict at River's Edge
    Reviewed in the United States on November 18, 2023
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    Great book! This book shows how much we struggle as humans. Even when we know God is in charge. Love how the children learn to belive and love the Lord. Looking forward to the next book.
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