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Ann Dunbar is an award-winning author of emotionally gripping romantic suspense featuring strong characters, second chances, and love that refuses to give up—even when danger closes in.
Originally from the mountains of West Virginia and now living in Calgary, Alberta, Ann has always been drawn to stories about resilience: people who have been knocked down by life but find the courage to stand again, often with a little help from the people who love them.
That love of resilient characters inspired Bet's Christmas Gamble. Bet Murphy has spent years hiding pieces of herself, convinced that staying invisible is the safest way to protect both her independence and her heart. Garrett Hawthorn has loved her long enough to know that she's worth waiting for. Their story gave Ann the opportunity to explore friendship that grows into something deeper, the vulnerability of finally allowing yourself to be truly seen, and the courage it takes to trust someone with your heart—all against the escalating danger of romantic suspense.
Ann is the author of the Evanston Series and host of the Cowboy Logic with Ann Dunbar podcast. When she isn't writing, she can usually be found with a cup of coffee nearby, imagining her next characters—who have an unfortunate habit of introducing themselves long before it's their turn to have a book.
Reviewed by Susan Sewell for Readers' Favorite
A long-awaited love is threatened by a stalker in the exciting romance novel, Bet’s Christmas Gamble (Evanston) by Ann Dunbar. Bet has loved Garrett her whole life, but believes he still sees her as a child. For several years, she has been working remotely for the company owned by Garrett, without his knowledge. However, Garrett hasn’t been so unaffected by Bet as she thinks. In an effort to bring her out of her shell and let her know how he feels about her, Garrett makes attending the company’s Christmas party mandatory. Unfortunately, someone else has other plans for Garrett that don’t include Bet. As the party draws closer, the danger to Bet increases. With a deadly enemy creeping in the shadows, Garrett fights to protect the woman he loves. But is their adversary smarter than they think?
Behind the holiday cheer and developing romantic relationships, Bet’s Christmas Gamble by Ann Dunbar is a thrilling romance novel overflowing with suspense and intrigue. Laced with subterfuge and deception, the story moves at a steady pace in a perfect rhythm of adversity and desire. A few unexpected twists in the plotline add to the mounting tension and apprehension. Complete with action, a little drama, and intimate scenes, the plot threads weave a compelling tale of desire, hope, and love. The story comes to a satisfying conclusion with an enticing small thread dangling that promises more excitement to come. Everyone who loves stories filled with love and strong family ties will not want to miss reading this book.
