Whiteout JustRead Tour {book review and giveaway}
Welcome to the Blog Tour for Whiteout by Dani Pettrey & Lynette Eason, hosted by JustRead Publicity Tours!
About the Book
Title: Whiteout
Author: Lynette Eason and Dani Pettrey
Publisher: Bethany House Publishers
Release Date: February 3, 2026
Genre: Romantic Suspense Novella Collection
Brace yourself for double the suspense in these snowbound adventures as an avalanche forces two couples to face down their enemies in a ski resort shut off from the outside world.
In Buried in Shadows by Dani Pettrey, Cassandra Parker arrives at her best friend's destination wedding, praying her stalker hasn't tracked her to Colorado. Also part of the wedding party is Sheriff Joel Brunswick, the man she stunned by leaving at the altar to hide a dangerous truth. When an avalanche strands their ski group in an abandoned lodge, it becomes chillingly clear that Cassandra's stalker has followed her . . . and he's willing to kill to make her his.
In Snowbound Secrets by Lynette Eason, Dr. Maya Sullivan fully intends to escape her past and finish planning a retreat for military veterans at the ranch she's inherited. Unfortunately, her plans go sideways when an avalanche traps her in a Colorado ski resort. An unexpected reunion with her high school crush forces her to confront past wounds, but she soon realizes someone is targeting her, and their search for a shadowy enemy becomes a matter of life and death.
A gripping romantic suspense novella collection from bestselling authors Lynette Eason and Dani Pettrey featuring second-chance romance, trapped together forced proximity, military and law enforcement heroes, a small-town destination wedding, and snowbound survival at a Colorado ski resort.
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Excerpts from “Buried in Shadows” by Dani Pettrey, Whiteout
Excerpt 1
Cassie bolted upright in bed, sweat- drenched and lungs burning. Her gaze flashed to her bedroom door. Still locked with the bar across it.
Windows. She darted a glance at each. All down. The extra locks she’d installed holding.
Struggling for a solid breath, she got to her feet, the floor frigid beneath them.
Reaching in her nightstand, she retrieved her SIG, clasping the gun in her left hand.
You’re overreacting. It’s been a year. He’s not here.
Make sure, a voice whispered on the howling wind.
She grasped the bar and, taking a deep breath, lifted it up and opened the door to darkness. Grabbing the flashlight she’d positioned on her dresser, she clicked it on and stepped into the hallway.
Sweeping the house in fear he’d be hiding around the next corner, she moved in a swift manner, following the pattern she used every night to clear her home before bed. Every night and every time she returned to her home.
It’d be a year without a note. Without any sign of him, but he terrorized her still.
When she reached the kitchen, her rigid muscles eased some, her breath less shallow.
Thank you, Lord.
She leaned back against the kitchen counter, her gaze falling to her open cookbook in its wooden stand on the granite countertop.
She lifted her flashlight, centering on the book.
Horror coursed through her at the sight of the linen envelope.
He was back.
Excerpt 2
A deep swell of dread swirled through her. Not for seeing her stalker but for seeing Joel. It’d been a year, almost to the day— the perfect day they’d spent before their wedding.
Tears burned her eyes, dropping on the note and smearing the ink.
He’d ruined her life. Taken away the man she had loved— loved still.
Even after her move from Jeopardy Falls to Taos, all the precautions and sacrifices, he’d still returned.
Please, Lord, I beg you, let me be free. I don’t know what else to do.
Sheriff Gonzales, of the Taos sheriff department, didn’t know what else to do. Given it’d been a year without contact from her stalker, he’d set the case on the back burner.
Joel worked the case to the bones in Jeopardy Falls, then he joined forces with Sheriff Gonzales after she moved, but the case still refused to be solved despite their best efforts.
Her fists tightened, the note crumpling inside her left hand, and she forced herself to take a deep breath.
He’s not here. He’s back there. She exhaled and sank down in the oversized leather chair, resting her head in her hands.
Please help me not ruin Izzy’s wedding like I ruined her brother’s. And guide me to the right path when I return home.
Excerpt 3
Snow flew in Cassie’s wake as she blazed a fresh trail, joy alight in her. This was freedom. If only she could find it in her own life. But she pushed that aside and soaked up the peace being in nature always brought. Spending it with the man she still loved brimmed her happiness over. But she was simply fooling herself. Iz claimed he still loved her, too, but how could he after what she’d done? Even if she’d done it for the right reasons. Regardless, after a year of not seeing him, just having him near warmed her immeasurably more than the physical exertion heating her limbs.
Until the realization smacked her hard that even if he somehow managed to forgive her and, against all odds, still loved her, she couldn’t be with him. He would see to that. And she loved Joel too much to endanger his life.
Anger pulsed heat through her limbs. A stark contrast to the frigid air engulfing her. She had to find a way to end this. End his control over her.
A deep and guttural roar rent the air, shaking the ground with violent energy.
Turning, she froze in fear. A volcano of white exploded, and a giant wall of white rushed at her.
“Cassie,” Joel said, his mouth wide in a holler, but the sound dropped to a whisper before it reached her under the mountain’s furious snarl. “Avalanche. Brace for impact.”
My Thoughts
Well, believe it or not, this is the first I have read of either of these authors. It certainly won't be my last for either of them. They both write high octane, heart-pounding suspense, with a touch of romance and a dose of faith.
Both stories are edge-of-your-seat page turners, which you won't want to put down until you've reached the end. I'll admit to feelings of avalanche induced claustrophobia, and a bit of anxiety for Cassie and for Maya, who were each targeted in their respective stories.
If you're into thrilling suspense with a touch of romance and a dose of faith, Whiteout is a must for your TBR list.
I received a complimentary copy. These opinions are my own.
About the Authors
With over a million copies sold worldwide, Dani Pettrey’s novels have captivated readers who crave adrenaline-laced suspense fused with faith, redemption, and heart. A three-time Christy Award finalist, Dani’s books have also earned Daphne du Maurier, National Readers’ Choice, and HOLT Medallion awards, affirming her place as a beloved voice in inspirational romantic suspense. Known for her authentic characters and plot twists that keep readers on the edge of their seats, Dani writes with a passion for stories that not only thrill but point toward God’s unrelenting grace and love. When she’s not dreaming up danger and devotion, Dani enjoys beach days, espresso-fueled chats, and time with her family. A natural encourager, she also mentors aspiring writers and speaks at events, believing in the power of story to inspire hope and bring people together.
Connect with Dani by visiting danipettrey.com to follow her on social media and subscribe to email updates.
Lynette Eason is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of Twilight Tactics and Deadly Charade. She has written many thrilling romantic suspense series, including Lake City Heroes, Extreme Measures, Danger Never Sleeps, Blue Justice, Women of Justice, Deadly Reunions, Hidden Identity, and Elite Guardians. Learn more at LynetteEason.com.
Tour Giveaway
(1) winner will receive a $10 Amazon gift card, snowflake journal and wintry pen, a winter wonderland candle and arctic white hot chocolate!
Full tour schedule linked below. The giveaway begins at midnight March 3, 2026 and will last through 11:59 PM EST on March 10, 2026. Winners will be notified within 2 weeks of close of the giveaway and given 48 hours to respond or risk forfeiture of prize. US only. Void where prohibited by law or logistics.
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