This is truly an on-the-edge-of-your-seat book. The nautical terms add authenticity, and prove how well researched it is. The drama increases powerfully, to a heightened climax. I will admit, there are times I wanted to "clobber" Arch, to try to "knock some sense" in to him!

Even though Anchor in the Storm is book two in the Waves of Freedom Series, it can stand alone. I enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed book one of the series, and look forward to the third book. Be sure to add this to your summer reading list.

3.5 stars for this one. I thought Sundin took an interesting approach with the drug ring. While fictional, it seemed fairly realistic and was an interesting approach to PTSD in WWII. That aspect of the storyline was entertaining and I’ve never read a WWII historical fiction novel like it. The romance, however, did not keep me very interested in the story. Arch and Lillian felt very one-dimensional. While I appreciated the physical challenges they faced, their “personal” issues felt exaggerated/overdone. I just couldn’t connect. I do, however, look forward to reading book 3. ( )

Lillian Avery is starting a new job as a pharmacist in Boston, during WWII. But when she sees some disturbing scripts, she starts to question the doctor and gets in trouble with her boss. When her brother's friend, Arch, takes an interest in her, he sees something disturbing as well, but in his shipmates aboard the Ettinger. Can the two things be related and can Lillian and Arch help solve a crime without getting hurt themselves or ruining their relationship?

A great cast of characters, and a setting in Boston during WWII make this an engaging read. ( )

Anchor in the Storm the second in the Waves of Freedom series. Set in World War II, tells the story of pharmacist Lillian Avery from Boston. She has discovered a lot of barbiturates are being fulfilled, more than any one person needs. Archer Vandenberg who is her brother's best friend has also become suspicious of drug abuse aboard the ship he works on because many sailors are falling asleep on duty. Together they find out what is going on and fall in love. I have to say that I enjoyed this book very much and am looking forward to the next book in the series. ( )

Anchor in the Storm is the second book in the Waves of Freedom series by Sarah Sundin. I enjoyed discovering what happened to the characters from her first book. In this one, Lillian Avery makes her mark as a female pharmacist and has a physical handicap causing some to doubt her efficiency and ability to do her job. She’s a maverick in her family and sets high standards for herself. When she meets her brother’s friend and co-officer, Archer Vandenberg, she sees a man with an ego and his nose in the air. Archer is mending his heart and psyche with no room for anyone in his life. His naval career remains important even though he is struggling with fears from a previous bombing on his ship. The two have many obstacles to overcome as they make their way through the changes the war brings. In the midst of their dilemmas, people around them are being killed mysteriously. Suspense, faith, and romance bring this novel together in a delicious way. I highly respect the research the author has done to make this novel authentic to the World War II period. In fact, Sarah Sundin has several series set in this time in history so check them out. I was captivated from the moment I started reading and hope you will put this book on your “to be read” list!
I received a copy of Anchor in the Storm from NetGalley for my honest review.
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