Start Reading Below The Surface (Code Of Silence, #3) Narrated By Tim Shoemaker Available In Readable Copy

good! If I had one word to describe this middlegrade book that took me by surprise, it would be: GRIPPING,

I haven't seen much of the suspense genre in a kid's category, Especially Christian suspense for kids. What a niche. Basically, I enjoyed this read, because it was something different, And new.

To be honest, there's actually some pretty creepy stuff that happens, Allegedly, a girl may have died in the lake, right in front of the four main characters' eyes, Later on, the four kids go through various stages of not even wanting to be in the water because her body could be floating around or laying somewhere on the lake bed.
On top of the idea of murder, someone is out to get the kids, Or so it may seem, as a string of dangerous coincidences keep happening, Like warning messages. Not fun during your twoweek summer vacation,

Not only that, but there's some other interesting elements in the book, I loved how the author really brought in a problem that one of kids was having the fear of being under water, It was something that Cooper hadn't had a problem with before, and yet the panic rose each time he dipped in the lake.
This is something he really tries to overcome, and he strives to dig out the dark, lurking thoughts to get rid of the frightening experiences he's going through.
Cooper doesn't work on his fear it just by himself though, he has his friends, his dad, and God,

“He couldn't do it alone, But he wouldn't be alone, God was real and powerful and loving, He believed that, didn't he Yes, Cooper would never be alone, God was with him and God was big enough to handle whatever lay below the surface, ”

The main reason why I can really feel confident in recommending this book as a Christian is the godly view that is incorporated into the plot.
The spiritual content is by no means overwhelming, but it's there, sometime subtly, sometimes showing up in conversation, or when the characters are praying, etc.
It shows their faith in a good light, just as if it's a normal part of everyday life just right,

Cons There was one one scene where a boy is physically fighting with his father, He may have had reason to do so, but some parents may or may not approve of the scene Chapter, Only one other element caught me off guard, just slightly, . . one of the villains in the story is depicted as the devil in one scene, especially when it says: “, . . he only need a pair of horns for the effect to be complete” Chapter,

Anyways, it's definitely an intriguing book, and not just for kids either, There are moments that are actionpacked, even with bullets flying to keep you on your toes,

Thanks to NetGalley for a free copy of this book I was not required to post a review, Volumeof the Code of Silence series, A good clean series for teens, No swearing involved. There were some plot holes I LOVED this book, Filled with mystery, a little romance, suspense, intrigue, an all around fantastic book, This is therd book in the Code of Silence series,and the first one I have read, but it easily stands on its own merits.


Below the Surface is an amazing book about friendship, conquering ones fears and loyalty, It does not hurt that the book is packed full of action, humor and mischief that all middle grade readers and schoolers will love.
I think part of the reason the kids got into trouble is because they really needed more adult supervision/interaction, but then again that was what the summer was about for these kids, finding some independence and experiencing life before High School.


I really enjoyed how Cooper's dad stepped up and knew exactly what Lunk was needing since his dad walked out on the family.
The importance of a dad in one's life is only hinted at in the book, but impactfull nonetheless, I know this book was wrote for a much younger audience, but I really enjoyed it and was sad when it was over.
Great read.

Disclaimer: I was provided a copy of this book through the BookLook blogger program in exchange for my honest review Below the Surface is the third installment in the Code of Silence trilogy but also can be enjoyed as a standalone.
The story begins when Cooper and his friends are planning on pulling a prank on a nearby boat during their vacation, This is the last summer before they have to go to high school and after everything that has been going on, it's the perfect way to relax and enjoy the sun.


When their prank goes wrong, Connor and his crew think that they witnessed a murder but since everything happened so fast, they are not sure if it was true.
With different things set in motion, they are now being watched amp might be in danger, With everything else going on, Connor is faced with a new fear that comes for him in the darkness of the water, Whatever is down there, scaring Connor needs to be put to stop and his friends are here to help,

Below the Surface was an amazing story about friendship along with action packed story that was appropriate for middle grade readers.
What I really enjoyed about

this story is that even though this was the last book in trilogy, everything was still explained without making the reader confused which was very helpful.
The only thing that I found weird is that children weren't very much around adults and that was the main reason for them getting in trouble.
But I really enjoyed the writing and the excitement and the story line that was produced and definitely recommend this one, Below the Surface is the third book of a trilogy, In this series you follow a group of friends as they encounter life head on, Each story has character development aspect that everyone can learn from woven seamlessly into the story, They are written for Middle Readers, but as an adult I enjoyed this series just as I enjoy many YA books, I have read the first two books in the series to my kids and I can't wait to read this one to them as well.


Below the surface is a suspenseful, actionpacked book that turns the pages itself, It talks about Fear. Knowing when fear is a good thing and when it is bad, Knowing how to handle fear and overcome it, Knowing when to run and when to face your fear, Tim Shoemaker is a masterful writer that dares to think outside the box and teach lessons through his stories, The Discussion Questions at the back of the book are a great way to cover the deep topics that this series covers with your kids.
I was amazed at the what a great discussion I was able to have with my kids after reading these books to them.


Code of Silence, book one of the series, covers the topic of honesty, Not telling the truth or withholding information can not only weigh you down with guilt and a burden that is hard to carry, but it can hurt you and those around you.
Fast paced, full of mystery and suspense,

Back before Dark, book two of the series, covers the topic of abduction, It is a difficult subject to talk about with your kids, we all know stranger danger, but do our kids really get the full concept I had that talk with my kids on more than one occasion, but still I find them talking to strangers in a store or at a park.
Usually I'm close by, but what if I wasn't, Back before Dark takes a look at how you should react and ways to protect yourself, The story is full of twists that will keep you on the edge of your seat wanting more,

The trilogy as a whole also holds another overall theme, It clearly shows how to be a good friend in a variety of ways, Throughout the series there is a lot of advice on various topics woven into the story so that kids can learn, and adults can remember, from these examples.
I rated each of the books asStars, I hope that you will take the time to read them and enjoy them as I have.
Consider reading them to your kids, depending on their ages, you might want to read them first yourself to make sure that your kids are ready for the story.
Take the time to read this series, it is not only a great story, but a fun lesson for you kids,./
This series gets better each time I read it,
The unity that develops through all of the books is probably one of its best qualities, Watching each of the characters develop solitarily and with each other was written so well,
With this specific book, the mystery in it will keep you guessing, It's the perfect read for someone in middle school and on up,
My only reservation is that Lunk's character arc wasn't completely finished in this book, He's probably my favorite and I was sad he didn't get as much time to develop,
I am envious of kids nowadays, When I was a kid, there weren't many Christian books on the market to read, and now there are many that are, This series is among the best I have read, Each book has not just been an entertaining read, but has had a great lesson to learn, This book dealt with fear, The main character, Cooper, is still dealing with something that happened to him in the second book that is causing him to panic in the water.


This may be the most suspenseful of the three books, and was a very enjoyable read, even for this adult, The setting for the book was different than the other two, which made it more interesting in some ways,

In the last book, the idea of Cooper going to any lengths to help a friend was emphasized, In this book, the idea is expanded to show how important it is for friends to stick together and help each other, and that there is a place for everyone.


And I know I am not the intended age audience, but I couldn't put the book down, It may be written for a younger audience, but it pulled me in and I couldn't wait to find out how it ended.


Myyear old niece has been reading these books, and she was eagerly waiting for me to finish the book so she could read it, so I know from her response that kids will love this book and the ones that precede it also.


It is refreshing to find Christian books for kids that don't just entertain, but also have good moral lessons to teach and learn.
I highly recommend this book and series, and they should be read in order, Below the Surface
A Code of Silence Book
By Tim Shoemaker
Fear can be buried, . .
but that doesn't mean it's dead

This is the last summer before High School and Cooper just wants to hang out with his friends and enjoy it, but something won't let him.
Something is Below the Surface of the water and this something is scaring Cooper, The question is what exactly is down there

When Cooper, Gordy, and Hiro think they witness a crime, a series of events is set into motion and the past and all its fears begin stalking them.
Cooper, Gordy, and Lunk want to ignore Hiro's concerns but Hiro is usually right, And she isn't convinced that a murder wasn't committed, Something doesn't add up and she's is determined to discover the truth even if it means going out on her own,

Someone is determined to keep them from discovering the truth, even if it means silencing them forever, And he does mean forever, . .

Below the Surface is the third book in the Code of Silence trilogy, You don't have to read the first two books to enjoy this book, but you will know about past experiences that are mentioned in this book.
And these past experiences have a direct bearing on the fears Cooper, Gordy, Lunk and Hiro are burying, This summer will prove just how strong their bonds of friendship are,

I think part of the reason the kids got into trouble is because they really needed more adult supervision/interaction, They got into the biggest messes when there were no adults around and the fact that they didn't tell their parents the whole truth of what was going on was the issue.
The statement about silence being golden is so not true when there are problems, And underlying fears were something that they needed to talk about, as was evidenced when Cooper's dad was with the boys,

I really enjoyed this book and the intensity and excitement level really held my attention, I did not want to put it down until the very end, And I have to say I was a little disappointed to learn that this is the last book
well a lot disappointed if you must know.
These books should appeal to middle grade readers and even young adults who enjoy realistic heartpounding fiction,

I was provided a copy of this book through the BookLook blogger program in exchange for my honest review Im thankful for a review copy of a book that reminded me of a few fun movies where a bunch of kids go on a grand adventure such as The Goonies and Stand By Me.





When I received this book I didnt realize that Below the Surface was the third and final book in the Code of Silence series.
Book one is titled Code of Silence the tag line is Is there ever a time to lie And what happens when the truth is dangerous




Book Two is titled Back Before Dark the tag line is Sometimes rescuing a friend from darknessmeans going in after them.





Below the Surface the third book in the series deals with fear, A Note from Author in the back of the book states, Fear can be something deep and shadowlike something you cant quite put your finger on, but you sense its presence.
Fear can be something you try to bury, something you dread, Or fear can be obvious, a pulsepounding terror you cant avoid! He goes on to talk about Good Fear an Internal Warning Bad Fear Petrifies us.
There are four ways to Fight fear, Run from it. Ignore it. Bury it. Face it.




The author works all of these elements of fear into the story through this group of young boys and one girl.
I wish I would have read the other two books in this series before this book so I would have known all the adventures this team had gone on before they tackled this murder mystery.
I would understand their closeness and why they trusted each other so much in investigating this dangerous situation, I admit the author does a good job of having me quickly connect with these gang of kids, I just wish I had known more,




This group is heading off on vacation together, Fun in the sun and all that, Until one night all of them hear screaming aboard a ship and what they presumed was a body thrown into the water, When this group starts to look into what had happened to make sure they saw what they all thought was true crazy things start to happen.
They are given warnings to stop digging deeper into the matter or dangerous things will continue to happen to their small group,




I enjoyed this action adventure novel and the kids in the gang, There are great discussion questions in the back of the book to help ignite lively discussion, I loved how the author discussed fear at the end of the book, I loved how he also showed kids facing fear in the story in very different ways,




I enjoyed this story, If you liked the old movies I mentioned in the beginning of this review youll like this book! Makes for a good book club pick too!





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