In the Cradle Lies (Tree of Life- Book 2) by Olivia Newport

Book Synopsis

A Father-Daughter Genealogy Team Link Present to Past on Family Trees

 
On a solo ski vacation in Canyon Mines, Colorado, Tucker has a love-hate relationship with his wealth, spending indiscriminately while skiing fearlessly and preparing to conquer the overgrown slope of Hidden Run, a dangerous run not attempted in decades. As genealogist Jillian tries to uncover enough of Tucker’s family tree to understand his charming nature but reckless resolve, Jillian’s equally charming father, Nolan, cajoles Tucker into giving him ski lessons to get him talking about the suspicious circumstances surrounding his grandfather’s life in St. Louis in the 1930s. 
 
On the surface, Tucker’s family’s history seems too perfect. The secret may lie in the sealed envelope Tucker carries with him at all times—even on the ski slope. When no one can find Tucker to tell him the fiancée he never mentioned turned up in Canyon Mines, they realize he must be off attempting to ski Hidden Run alone in a snowstorm. And they may be too late. 
 
In the Cradle Lies is the second book in the Tree of Life series by Olivia Newport. You’ll want to return to the lovely Colorado mountain town of Canyon Mines again and again to explore and celebrate unforgettable family stories that will inspire you to connect with your own family histories and unique faith journeys.

My thoughts:

In the Cradle Lies is a page turner of a novel. I loved the first book in the series but this book was my favorite. It was fun going back in Canyon Mines, Colorado and catching up with Jillian and Nolan, the father-daughter duo who are rather charming. I loved their relationship, how they help each other and their friends in their community.

This is another time-slip story, the storyline was fascinating even if it was a bit sad. Tucker was difficult for me to like at times, yet I still myself feeling bad for him occasionally. His family has a dark secret as we learn more about when we meet his grandfather as a child in the 1930's. It was surprising what had transpired but it kept me turning pages as fast as I could to find out how it would all play out.

I loved the returning characters, their shops, their penchant for ice cream and hot chocolate but most of all I loved the emotional story the author told. A little bit of mystery with a lot of love and friendship made this book a pleasure to read.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Barbour Publishing and was under no obligation to post a review.