Melissa Gilkey, San Bernardino, CA - Ruby Crest is a must read!!  The main character Alex pulls you into this story of the mysterious murders surrounding a small town.  A small town that along with big hearts and innocence lives dark secrets and cruel plots of revenge.  Each page will leave you intrigued and wondering who-done-it making you not want to put it down.  Just when I thought I had a clue the book takes a turn and keeps you guessing and pushing to find the truth.  I recommend this book to everyone.  Once you pick up this book you will not want to put it down!!

Laura Friend, San Bernardino, CA - Lighthouse At Ruby Crest - Captivating from the beginning.  Annette Burns delivers a thrilling story of Alex, who while recovering from the devastating loss of her husband, finds herself enthralled in a murder mystery.  From the beginning of the book Alex wins you over as the heroine.  As you follow her through the twists and turns this mystery takes, you can't help but be pulled in.  This quaint fishing town is more than it appears--everyone has secrets to hide.  Through it all Alex's long lost friend Luke comes back into her life and she finds it easy to lean on him.  With each new chapter you will be left wanting to know more about who committed the murder and will Alex and Luke finally be able to be together.  "Alex just smiled at Luke.  Yes, the timing wasn't right.  It seemed to always be that way with them," or was it?

Suzanne Bright,  Pierre, SD - Are you looking for a book to read that will keep your interest and have you anxious to read on?  Then this is the book! Annette has a masterful knack for giving her readers powerful characterization, mystery and adventure.  Alex's fate brings her into a quaint community on the beach with a mystery that is as big as the sea.  She snoops for evidence to unravel the mystery.  She won't allow anything to get in her way, not even love.   But what is Luke, the love of her life, doing back in her life?  Your heart will skip a beat when you read this incredibly interesting novel by Annette Burns.

Miranda Prather, PublishAmerica - "Burns is an accomplished talent" and her books have quickly resonated with her audience.

Lisa Grainger, Victoria BC Canada - This story is a thrill a minute--Ms. Burns' best. Couldn't put it down.  Looking forward to her next book.