A Melody for James: part 1 of the Song in Suspense Series

By Hallee Bridgeman

Solitary strangers meet during a stormy stopover.
Hours later, their hearts hum a harmonious duet.

Melody Mason has the hottest female voice in the country music scene. But the cheers of throngs of adoring fans mean little in the absence of the handsome stranger who rescued her years before. Widower James Montgomery has never forgotten her. He prays God can bring her back.

Incredible events finally bring them face to face again. Together at last, they realize the bond between them has miraculously risen to a crescendo, melodiously marrying them like strong symphonic chords. Uncannily, they learn they share more in common than they could have ever imagined. They know God reunited them for a purpose.

Sinister forces threaten to destroy their new found happiness. The couple must work in close concert, placing all their faith in God as they solve the deadly mystery that ties their lives inexplicably together.

Fire, loss, and bloodshed cannot shake their faith in God to see them through as they face a percussive climax that leaves hearts and lives forever changed.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Olivia Kimbrell Press, Inc.
• Release date: Jun 14, 2013
• ISBN: 9781939603074

Hallee Bridgeman

Hallee Bridgeman is a best-selling Christian author who writes action-packed romantic suspense focusing on realistic characters who face real world problems. Her work has been described as everything from refreshing to heart-stopping exciting and edgy. An Army brat turned Floridian, Hallee finally settled in central Kentucky with her family so that she could enjoy the beautiful changing of the seasons. She enjoys the roller-coaster ride thrills that life with a National Guard husband, a teenaged daughter, and two elementary aged sons delivers. A prolific writer, when she's not penning novels, you will find her in the kitchen, which she considers the 'heart of the home'. Her passion for cooking spurred her to launch a whole food, real food "Parody" cookbook series. In addition to nutritious, Biblically grounded recipes, readers will find that each cookbook also confronts some controversial aspect of secular pop culture. Hallee is a member of the Published Author Network (PAN) of the Romance Writers of America (RWA) where she serves as a long time board member in the Faith, Hope, & Love chapter. She is a member of the American Christian Fiction Writers (ACFW) and the American Christian Writers (ACW) as well as being a member of Novelists, Inc. (NINC). Hallee loves coffee, campy action movies, and regular date nights with her husband. Above all else, she loves God with all of her heart, soul, mind, and strength; has been redeemed by the blood of Christ; and relies on the presence of the Holy Spirit to guide her. She prays her work here on earth is a blessing to you and would love to hear from you.

Reviews for A Melody for James

[mbarkman_2 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Although this novel has the same sweet, sensitive and understanding male character, readers should not confuse this series of suspense novels with Hallee's Jewel Trilogy. I love an author who is able to cross genres, especially from sweet romance to intense intrigue and Hallee does an exceptional job! From the first page where we are given a glimpse into James' wife Angela and the exhilaration she brought to their marriage, I was thrust into adrenaline action. This continues right until the last page where a satisfying ending is achieved. I was impressed at how Hallee brought in the forgiveness factor, and how the characters reacted to it. I wonder if that is why some of our own incidents end the way they do, because we have not availed ourselves of this opportunity? The thread of salvation, though not overt as in some novels, is there, but I do not think that that will in anyway turn those away that do not appreciate this in a novel. Conflict is evident, both internal and external forces as they join forces against evil. Many questions do arise in this novel, not necessarily for the author to answer, but ones the reader may ask themselves.I received this book free from Fred at Book Club Network and the author, Hallee Bridgeman for the purpose of reviewing and promoting. The opinions stated are my own.

[grammygeek_1 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A chance meeting, a broken date and 4 years thinking of each other come together when James happens to see a magazine with Melody on the cover. Little did either of them know how close theirs lives have been linked to each other all four of those years, or how close their pasts are intertwined.Hallee Bridgeman's novel, A Melody for James, is a novel of love, mystery, suspence and God's divine guidance. Brought back together at just the right time, James helps Melody renew her faith in God and together with God's love and guidance, they are able to defeat the same evil that permeated both their lives.Hallee's writing will keep you glued to the pages. She shows through her writing how people live everyday in their walk with God - through the good and the bad - and how fear and anger transform to paitience and forgiveness in their walk with God.

[tracykrauss · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A Melody for James by Hallee Bridgeman has all the elements of a great read. Suspense, intrigue and romance come together in a tale that is ultimately about trusting God, no matter how difficult the circumstances.

[jbarr5 · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

A Melody for James by Hallee BridgemanHave enjoyed other works from this author and looking forward to this one.Without giving too much away we learn of how James lost his wife and a bit about his company and what he does for his job.Story also follows Melody and how she didn't show up for her wedding after finding her ex with another. They meet on their return from London and share coffee.He is able to rescue her from her ex at the airport but he didn't stay with her...She gets beaten badly as she finally comes to consiousness...Over the years she finally is able to meet him again by chance and they become friends again.Somebody is after his company and what they do and somebody is also stalking her and she's been to the police.Lots of characters and easy to get lost with them but your senses go on full alert, scary at times, romantic at others and so much more.Love how religion plays a part in this book! Story has me wondering if the culprit is one in the same for both of them going through the agongy of knowing someone is after them.There is a leak among those they trust because some things nobody but a handful would even know about.Just when you think the book is over they uncover more about the past that pertain to the future.Discussion questions at the end along with other works by the author and an excerpt.About the author and more recipes are included.Received this review copy from the author when you sign up for her newsletter and this is my honest opinion.