Target Down gives readers more exciting action starring everyone’s favorite hero, Matthew Redd. This time, Redd steps in to help a fellow operative protect his family. Aaron Decker isn’t dead, and now his enemies realize it. Matthew and Aaron face off with all kinds of shady characters to keep both of their families out of the crossfire.

Matthew Redd can’t catch a break. But, when the Russian mafia puts out a hit, there’s no one better to save the day than Redd. I really enjoy this series! It gives off Jack Reacher vibes with the lone and seemingly indestructible hero. But Redd has a soft spot for his family. And I love that his wife, Emily, support Redd’s missions but manages to hold her own while facing off from dangers. She’s just as formidable as he is.

If you like authors similar to Lee Child and Tom Clancy, look no further than Ryan Steck. His “lone wolf” stories have grit and heart, and of course, explosive action.

I absolutely love the narrator. Chris Abell brings the story to life and I think it’s more impactful than reading it. The action and excitement come alive in the narration. Definitely recommend this one on audio.

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I have enjoyed the Colorado K-9 Unit series and Hunting an Arsonist by Jessica R. Patch is a fantastic story from start to finish! I love that the heroine, Helena Rutherford, is a forensic mechanic. Jessica Patch always has the most interesting occupations for her characters. Someone is targeting Helena and Officer Trevor Slate steps in. Evidence suggests her family and past may intersect with his current case of investigating a string of arsons.

I love intricate plot lines with lots of action, and Hunting an Arsonist doesn’t disappoint. Filled with over-the-top danger, this story has the hero and heroine running for their lives. But the story unfolds slow enough for both Helena and Trevor to heal from their past. Trevor is facing tremendous loss, and Helena grapples with her tragic family history.

Definitely get your copy of Hunting an Arsonist for an emotional roller-coaster ride on top of the plot twists. I listened to the audio version, and thought it only enhanced the story! Great narration.

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Murders in the Marquee is one of the best historical mysteries I’ve read in a long time. It checks all the boxes for me: fast-paced, an intriguing first chapter, an endless list of suspects, a relatable amateur sleuth, and loyal yet quirky sidekicks.

I’ve been on the fence about the new trend of historical murder mysteries. You’d think I love them but I tend to find them slow in the set up. But Murders in the Marquee proved me wrong! This story starts out with what looks like a body falling from the balcony of a hotel.–except no body was found. Danger on page one! And from start to finish, I loved everything about this novel. The story has one setting – the Grand Mallard Marquee hotel in San Francisco. This gives off Agatha Christie vibes for sure – one location where everyone is “trapped” with the murderer. And anyone could be the culprit. Readers will fall in love with Kitty Rossi, a young woman who wants to make it on her own in an era where that isn’t acceptable. And Saul Niffler just wants to untangle himself from his past mistakes. Plus, the ducks might as well be the main character as they steal the show.

This book is one to move up your must read list. If you like mysteries, heartwarming characters, exciting twists and turns, and a “who-dun-it” page turner, look no further than Murders in the Marquee.

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Fatal Finale is an epic conclusion the the Erin Delaney Mysteries series. You might be able to jump into this series in book #3, but I recommend reading the whole series. If you’ve read other Nancy Mehl books, you probably remember Kaely Quinn. In Fatal Finale, Kaely is kidnapped and the kidnapper gives Erin a chance to find Kaely through a series of bizarre clues. Erin is told not to contact the authorities, but Adrian is concerned about Erin and jumps in to help along with Kaely’s husband, Noah. The three team up and race against the clock to track down the culprit and rescue Kaely.

This book is a non-stop action ride. I loved the high intensity and am all for stories with a literal count down clock. Kaely has always been one of my favorite characters and she uses her wits and skills to try and free herself while Erin, Noah, and Adrian pull out all the stops to decipher the clues. Every page is filled with plot twists and danger, and I highly recommend Fatal Finale for any and all suspense fans.

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If you love a good reunion story combined with nonstop suspense, look no further than Rodeo Witness Protector. Annie Davis moves back to town with her four-year-old. Her daughter Lily witnesses a brutal crime and won’t speak of it, leaving Annie to fend off attacks against the child. Enter Deputy Daniel Sinclair–he’d thought he’d lost Annie when she left town with her family when they were kids. Now Annie is back and in danger, and Lily might have seen the killer.

This book has all of the plot twists and action you’d expect from one of Sami A. Abram’s books. But the story also has heart. Annie is trying to move on after rejection and Daniel can’t move past his own past. Of course, tension mounts and it’s not just from bad guys chasing the hero and heroine. Annie and Daniel reunite but have to reconcile their own hearts in order to move forward together. I love stories where characters grown and change. Through lies, betrayal, and devastating events in the past, the couple must learn how to trust each other. Easier said than done!

The audio book was a great addition to the story. I tend to prefer audio and the narrator made the story even more fast-paced and action-oriented.

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It’s another installment in the Colorado K-9 Unit series. Are you a fan of second chance/reunion stories? If so, Fugitive Manhunt is for you! K-9 officer Lizzie Reynolds is threatened, and she teams up with US Marshal Walker McCane – her long lost high school crush. Both of their names show up on a hit list, and they have to stay one step ahead of a killer.

This book has it all – action, suspense, fugitives, second chance at love, dogs, and US Marshals. The story is exciting, the characters are memorable, the villain is unhinged, and of course, did I mention working dogs? And a golden retriever  – my favorite! Be sure to check out Fugitive Manhunt to add some intensity to your summer reading list!

I listened to the audio version for this story and loved the narrator. I recommend the audiobook if you are a fan of audio.

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Jodie Bailey’s Protecting the Baby is exciting from start to finish. Eli Blackwood steps in to help his neighbor, Carly Mayor. She became a new mom when her friends died under mysterious circumstances. Now someone is claiming to be the legal guardian of the infant. Eli and Carly go on the run to protect Ariel from being taken–by force. Men with guns are hunting them down and Eli pulls out all the stops to keep Carly and Ariel safe.  And of course, Carly and the baby are just what Eli needs to overcome his own broken heart. Forced proximity for the win!

This is book four in the Colorado K-9 Unit series and I love that it features working dogs! But I enjoyed this fast-paced story. I haven’t read much from Jodie Bailey, but she’s becoming one of my new favorites for action and suspense.  The characters had depth and of course, I love run-for-your-life danger and suspense. I listened to this one on audiobook and thought the narrator did a great job of bringing the story to life. Definitely check this story out. It’s the kind of series you can read out of order and be ok, but I recommend the whole series.

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I love a story where the hero and heroine are running for their lives on page one. Especially if they are total strangers. Survival in the Mountains starts off with Bethany waking up in a strange house and no memory of how she got there. Joshua McGregor rescued Bethany from a burning car. Soon he realizes someone is out to get her and they run. Her memories slowly return, and Joshua realizes they are in the thick of a major coverup. But he has secrets of his own to protect, not to mention a job he might lose if he helps Bethany get her life back.

This story is fast paced and chock full of suspense. Carrie Stuart Parks has a great way of capturing your imagination and taking it on a wild ride. I love the mystery as well. The crime is complicated but the hero and heroine are fierce and determined. I highly recommend you move Survival on the Mountains up on your summer reading list!

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If you are a fan of second chance or reunion stories – you’ll love Scent of Hope. Jericho Bowie and Harley Tatum both have pasts they try to escape by running away. But when circumstances bring them both back to Copper Mountain, they get a second chance to make things right–and stop a criminal.

I love that sparks fly between Jericho and Harley, but danger awaits with every turn of the page. Jericho’s search and rescue dog, Orlando, steals the show, but the part that resonated with me was the healing journey the hero and heroine go through by returning to their roots. By coming home, they find what they’ve been missing. And, as with most SMW novels, the unique setting gives the story a magical and unique backdrop.

Also, I highly recommend this series on audiobook. The narrator has become one of my favorites and he really brings the story to life for me.

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Silent Menace gives readers a fantastic suspense story filled with plot twists galore. Hailey Nieland struggles at work taking on new cases as a CPA. But when the numbers don’t add up, the threats roll in. And security guard Peter Lewis steps in as her protector.

I loved this entire series, and some of the characters from books 1 and 2 make appearances (although this can be read as a standalone.)  This story has everything I love: main characters on the run, a hero ready to overcome his past mistakes to step up when it counts, a complex crime, and heartwarming (and sometimes quirky) characters. The story has plenty of plot twists and having the story revolve around corporate crimes is a nice change of pace from your typical romantic suspense stories.

I highly recommend the entire series if you are a fan of romantic suspense.

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