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Authors: Toni Anderson

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ACKNOWLEDGMENTS

Even though writing is a solitary endeavor I had a lot of help with this manuscript. Biggest thanks, as always, go to my amazing critique partner, Kathy Altman. Thanks also, for encouragement and beta-reads, to Laurie Wood, and my lovely hubby, Gary. Much appreciation to JRT Editing and Ally Robertson for helping me make this story shine. I also want to thank my agent, Jill Marsal for all her help and support.

 

 

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR

Toni Anderson is a
New York Times
&
USA Today
best-selling author of Romantic Suspense. A former marine biologist, Anderson traveled the world with her work. After living in six different countries, she finally settled down in the Canadian prairies with her husband and two children. Combining her love of travel with her love of romantic suspense, Anderson writes stories based in some of the places she has been fortunate enough to visit.

Toni donates 15% of her royalties from
Edge of Survival
to diabetes research—to find out why, read the book!

She is the author of several novels including
Dark Waters
,
The Killing Game
, and
A Cold Dark Place
. Her novels have been nominated for the prestigious Romance Writers of America® RITA® Award and National Readers’ Choice Awards in Romantic Suspense.

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REVIEWS

A COLD DARK PLACE


Toni magically blends sizzling chemistry between Alex and Mallory with lots of suspenseful action in
A Cold Dark Place
. At times I wanted to hide my eyes, not knowing if I could face what might or might not happen! The edge of your seat suspense is riveting!
” —Harlequin Junkies.

“Recommended for fans of Toni Anderson and fans of dark romantic suspense.
You’d definitely love this one!” —Maldivian Book Reviewer’s Realm of Romance.

 

DARK WATERS

(International best-selling book
and National Readers’ Choice Award finalist in Romantic Suspense)


In this action-packed contemporary, Anderson (
Dangerous Waters
) weaves together a tapestry of powerful suspense and sizzling romance.


Publishers Weekly.


The pacing in this book is superb. The tension really never lets up … I never felt there was a good ‘stopping point’ in this book, which is probably why I was reading all night.” —Smart Bitches, Trashy Books
.

 

DANGEROUS WATERS

(National best-selling book)

“With a haunting setting and a captivating cast of characters, Anderson has crafted a multifaceted mystery rife with secrets. Readers will have to focus, as red herrings abound, but the result is a compulsively engrossing page-turner.” —
Romantic Times
(4 Stars)

“A captivating mix of suspense and romance,
Dangerous Waters
will pull you under.” —Laura Griffin,
New York Times
and
USA Today
best-selling author

“With vibrant writing, a cast of damaged, captivating characters and a plot that's deliciously diabolical,
Dangerous Waters
will have you mesmerized from page one.” —HEA USA Today

“The vivid picture of the scenery adds ghostlike images to the dark and dangerous mystery. Plot twists interlock, never letting up until the last pages.” —Coffee Time Romance (5 Cups)

 

THE KILLING GAME

(2014 RITA® Finalist and
National Readers’ Choice Award finalist in Romantic Suspense)


The Killing Game
is an exhilarating, masterfully-crafted mix of life-and-death adventure and political intrigue. It's also a riveting romance, and with the author's trademark gritty and evocative prose, wily imagination and fierce respect for the plight of the snow leopard and the war-torn country it inhabits, this book is one unforgettable read.” —Kathy Altman Goodreads Review. (5 Stars)

“I'd recommend this to any romantic suspense reader looking for a unique, intricately woven
story that will really touch you.” —Peaces of Me (5 Stars)


This is a smart story. This is a sexy story. This is a well written story. This is one of my favorite romantic suspense stories I've read all year. I wish there was more!
” —Love Affair With An e-Reader (5 Stars)

 

EDGE OF SURVIVAL

“Anderson writes with a gritty, fast-paced style, and her narrative is tense and evocative.” —HEA USA Today

“... more substance than one would expect from a romantic thriller.” —
Library Journal Reviews


Edge of Survival
is without a doubt, one of the most exciting, romantic, sexy stories I’ve had the pleasure of reading this year and I will definitely be looking for more by Toni Anderson.” —Blithely Bookish (5 Stars)

“Sensual, different; romance with a bit of angst, just how I like them;
Edge of Survival
is a romantic suspense not to be missed.” —Maldivian Book Reviewer's Realm of Romance (5 Stars)

“Whoever thinks a story concerning a woman who does fish research would be boring hasn’t read
Edge of Survival
!” —Book Lovers Inc. (5 Bookies)

 

STORM WARNING

(Best Book of 2010 Nominee —
The Romance Reviews)


Storm Warning
is an intense, provocative paranormal romance with a suspenseful twist...This is a book that I am unquestionably adding to my keeper collection.” —Night Owl Reviews (TOP PICK)

“It is exactly the way I like my romantic suspense novels to be.” —The Romance Reviews

“The plot is full of suspense and some pretty incredible plot twists. ... will have you on the edge of your seat.” —Coffee Time Romance & More

 

SEA OF SUSPICION

(Best Book of 2010 Nominee —
The Romance Reviews)

“Deeply atmospheric and filled with twists and turns,
Sea of Suspicion
kept me flying eagerly through the pages.” —All About Romance


Sea of Suspicion
is one heck of a book! The twists, turns, passion, and many colorful characters give Ms. Anderson’s novel a delightful edge.” —Coffee Time Romance

“Set along the coast of Scotland,
Sea of Suspicion
is a riveting story of suspense and the depths and heights of human character.” —The Romance Reviews

 

HER SANCTUARY

(National best-selling book)


Her Sanctuary
is a riveting fast-paced suspense story, filled with twists, turns, and danger. As the story flows seamlessly between the protagonists and antagonists, the tension rises to fever pitch. Just when you think you know the good guys from the bad, Anderson provides a surprising twist, or two.” —Night Owl Romance (TOP PICK)


Her Sanctuary
is a book I can easily and highly recommend for all readers and lovers of great books. It is truly worth every minute it takes to read, so head over to The Wild Rose Press and pick up a copy today.” —WRDF

“Suspenseful, riveting and explosive, this reader absolutely loved this story.” —Fallen Angel Reviews (5 Angels)

“Ms. Anderson presents us with one fantastic story that has me wanting more.” —Romance Junkies (4.5 Blue Ribbons)

“For a fast paced, enjoyable read filled with secrets and surprises,
Her Sanctuary
will fill all your expectations.” —Romance Reviews Today

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