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Interview with Patricia Bradley: Crafting Suspense, Faith, and Second Chances in Christian Romance

by Kelly W. | Nov 5, 2025 | Blog, Christian Romance Podcast, Second Chances, Suspense

In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with award-winning romantic suspense author Patricia Bradley about weaving faith, danger, and love into unforgettable stories. From her Mississippi roots to crafting heart-racing plots in her Pearl River and Logan Point series, Patricia shares how God’s timing and second chances shape both her life and her characters. You’ll hear about her journey into publishing later in life, the writing process behind her suspenseful storylines, and how faith is at the heart of everything she writes. If you love edge-of-your-seat reads with a strong thread of redemption, this conversation is a must-listen!

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Meet Patricia Bradley

Patricia Bradley is the author of multiple romantic suspense novels including the popular Pearl River and Logan Point series. She is the winner of an Inspirational Reader’s Choice Award, a Selah Award, and a Daphne du Maurier Award. Bradley was selected as a Carol Award finalist, and three of her books were included in anthologies that debuted on the USA Today bestseller list. She makes her home in Mississippi.

Visit Patricia on her website PTBradley.com.

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Bible Verse for Encouragement

“For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.”
— Jeremiah 29:11 (NKJV)

Patricia Bradley’s New Book: On the Edge of Trust

Sometimes the closer you get to justice, the deadlier it becomes

When decorated FBI undercover agent Scott Sinclair suffers a gunshot wound in his right arm, the injury threatens his future career in the field. He is determined to regain his former job by training himself to use his left hand, and failure is not an option–especially when he’s unofficially pulled into an investigation.

Tori Alexander is a passionate crime reporter and podcaster who has dedicated her life to seeking justice. Her relentless pursuit of the truth has freed a wrongfully convicted man from prison, making Tori an enemy of the true killer. When her nephew is accused of a different murder, nothing can stop her from getting involved and clearing his name.

Soon after Tori and Scott reconnect on the case, shots are fired, leaving them to wonder which of them has been targeted. As the investigation intensifies, so do the threats and the sparks between them, but Tori’s doubtful if she can extend grace and trust to Scott. They’ll have to combine their skills and rely on their growing relationship to outsmart the killer.

💞 Tropes in On the Edge of Trust

Second chances
Small town romance
Law enforcement hero/heroine
Secrets from the past
Redemption arc
Slow burn with high stakes
Protective hero

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Kelly’s Personal Update

Finding Forevermore is available today!

Her family secrets. His guilt. One road trip that changes everything.

Raven Cunningham has built a quiet life between the shelves of a small-town bookshop, ghostwriting stories for others while hiding her own. She’s long believed her father abandoned her, until a letter from her late grandmother reveals a shocking truth.

Convinced the reclusive author J.C. Nevermore is her father, Raven sets out to uncover the real story. When her childhood friend Cole Walker, a former Army medic wrestling with his own scars, offers to help, she’s not sure if she can trust him . . . or herself.

As they chase clues and revisit old memories, what begins as a search for answers becomes a journey toward something deeper.

Finding Forevermore is a heartfelt story about faith, family, and the kind of love that’s anchored in God’s unfailing grace.

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Interview with Jacqueline Adam: High-Stakes Suspense, Second Chances, and Trusting God Through It All

by Kelly W. | Oct 14, 2025 | Blog, Christian Romance Podcast, Second Chances, Suspense

In this episode of The Christian Romance Podcast, Kelly chats with debut author Jacqueline Adam—whose heart-pounding stories are packed with suspense, faith, and emotional depth. Jacqueline shares how a chance conversation on a soccer field changed her life, and how God opened doors through persistence, prayer, and yes, Nerf wars at home! They dive into her upcoming romantic suspense Kidnapped for Ransom, a riveting story about a widowed mom, a missing fortune in diamonds, and a cop-next-door who might just be her second chance at love.

Whether you love thrilling plots, swoony heroes, or seeing how God shows up when everything falls apart, this one’s for you.

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Meet Jacqueline Adam

Married for over twenty years and a mother of two fantastic kids, Jacqueline Adam has a passion for adventure. From hiking to ziplining to white water rafting, she embraces new experiences and then weaves that energy into her writing. Her debut novel Targeted Witness was a Publishers Weekly bestseller and went on to be a Semi-Finalist for the ACFW Carol Award. She has now completed her second novel, Kidnapped for Ransom which is currently available for preorders and will hit shelves October 28th 2025.

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Bible Verse for Encouragement

“Some trust in chariots, and some in horses;
But we will remember the name of the Lord our God.”
—Psalm 20:7 (NKJV)

Jaqueline’s New Book: Kidnapped for Ransom

Abduction is only the beginning…
Will murder be next?

Doctor Chelsea Eidman thought she’d finally escaped the perils of her late husband’s secret life as a diamond thief—until his former accomplice attacks her. The danger escalates when a vengeful mobster kidnaps Chelsea’s daughter and friend, demanding the stolen diamonds in exchange for their lives. To recover the gems, Chelsea joins forces with officer Matt Reynolds, whose sister has also been abducted. As they race against time, they find themselves in deadly pursuits across harsh terrain. With everything on the line, Chelsea and Matt must outsmart their enemies and unravel a web of lies…before their families pay the ultimate price.

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.