Lost in the Dark by Denise Grover Swank Book Review

Title: Lost in the Dark
Author: Denise Grover Swank
Series: Harper Adams #4
Location: Arkansas
Main Character: Harper & James
Rating: 5

Denise Grover Swank has done it again. Lost in the Dark captivated me from the very first page and refused to let go. The Harper Adams suspense I’ve come to expect is all here—layered mystery, constant tension, and those unexpected twists that catch you off guard when you think you’ve figured it out.

This story feels darker and more intense, and I loved every second of it. The stakes are high, the danger feels real, and the emotional weight hits hard. Harper continues to grow in ways that make her feel authentic—strong yet vulnerable, determined yet conflicted. I appreciate that she’s not perfect. She’s fierce, flawed, and fighting for what she believes is right.

I want to talk about Harper and James. I truly love their relationship. I’ve been a fan of James since the Rose Gardner series, and it’s enjoyable to see his dynamic with Harper. The tension, loyalty, and the way they challenge each other—everything just works. Their connection has real depth, and I find myself rooting for them more with each book. They’ve both faced so much, and watching them navigate trust and partnership amid chaos adds even more to the story.

Fans of the Rose Gardner series will recognize some names mentioned in the book.

The pacing is fast, the suspense is relentless, and just when I thought I knew where the story was headed… I didn’t. Classic Denise Grover Swank.

If you love romantic suspense filled with grit, unexpected twists, and a relationship you can’t help but root for, this book absolutely delivers. I’m already counting down to the next Harper Adams installment because I need to know what happens next.

**Note**

At the end of the book, there are two links: one is for a bonus chapter, and the other leads to a chapter for fans of the Rose Gardner series. Unfortunately, neither link worked for me, which was disappointing. I plan to look for these links elsewhere, and if I find them, I will blog about them. Let me know if you read this book and whether the links at the end work for you.