If you are a fan of psychological thrillers, you have to read The Girl Upstairs by Jessica R. Patch. The story takes so many twisty turns that your head will still be spinning long after you put the book down.

Gwen McDaniel and her husband buy a fixer upper in a small town. But the house holds secrets, and Gwen, a former police investigator, can’t help herself from getting sucked into the small-town lore. But Gwen’s marriage is on the rocks, and she has secrets of her own.

This checks all the boxes for me of what I expect in a psychological thriller. The story builds slowly, letting the reader soak in all the details. And at multiple points, I had no idea what was going on. I questioned Gwen’s sanity along with some of the other questionable people in the town. I was caught off guard by several plot twists, and I never saw the ending coming.

I love Jessica Patch’s storytelling skills. She weaves broken characters with a message of hope. Life is gritty and messy, and the author doesn’t shy away from difficult topics. Things might not always work out the way we expect them to, and this story gives readers a wild ride until the very last page.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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The Liar’s Treasure is book two in the Speranza Team series. Camille Abernathy is a member of the Speranza team, a secret society that helps women in trouble. But she never expected the trouble to target her teenage daughter.

Cass Abernathy is given a journal–full of secrets that might lead to a significant treasure. When she posts online about the journal, she’s targeted. Her mother and the Speranza team head to Europe to find the treasure and keep Cass safe.

I love the action and adventure in this story. So many twists and turns, plus great locations, make this an easy page turner. I also love the theme of sisterhood. If you love action and adventure stories, look no further than The Liar’s Treasure. 

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Targeted in the Swamp by Kerry Johnson is my new favorite book! I showed up for the suspense and stayed for the heart-warming characters.

Laurel Bell’s witness protection cover is blown. Police sergeant Heath Calhoun steps in to protect her, and they go on the run trying to escape the bad guys who will stop at nothing to kill Laurel.

I love the fast-paced energy of this book. Another trope I love is when two characters just meet and are thrown together to outrun danger and stay alive – what is that even called? Love at first sight? A hero protector?  But throw in a raging river, caves, and relentless bad guys and I’m 100% hooked.

The entire Forest Ranger Rescue series is only of my favorites. Be sure to check out the previous books.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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When Justice Comes is the conclusion of the three book series in the Tupelo Grove series. I do recommended reading the series in order, but feel free to live your live in chaos and jump in the middle. But you may miss some things.

This story brings a custody battle to the forefront. Hez and Savannah get ready to fight the Willard family for custody of her nephew, Simon. But danger lurks on every page, and there are a myriad of possible suspects. Who has the most to gain from silencing Hez and gaining Simon’s trust?

I’m convinced Colleen Coble and Rick Acker write in their own genre! This to me is a total family drama more than a romantic suspense, although there’s plenty of suspense to go around. Coble dives deep into family dynamics while Acker lends his legal knowledge to the plot. With two feuding families, an untrustworthy father, a blackmail scheme, dealing with loss, and the custody dispute, the characters deal with all the emotional fallout. I love the entire series! It’s kept me hooked, and I love the collaboration between Coble’s family drama style and Acker’s legal thriller. It’s a nice mix. I’m a little sad the series is ending.

I listened to the audiobook and it’s fantastic. Great narration and it definitely adds to the story to listen to it.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Scent of Sabotage by Dana Mentink gives readers one thrilling ride. Beth Wolfe never dreamed she’d meet the son she put up for adoption when she was a teenager, but nothing could prepare for her ex to show up saying their son is in trouble. Together they get trapped in a creepy amusement park, trying to escape killers while they try to rescue their son and his finance’.

I love this second chance/reunion trope. Usually stories don’t center around older main characters, but Beth’s kids are all grown and she reconnects with her first love, Jack St. James. I also love the interesting reunion between Beth and her son – not your typical reuniting story. The action and suspense were fantastic. I listened to the audio version and the narrator did a decent job of bringing the characters to life. Definitely a novel you’ll want to binge read from start to finish.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Abducted in the Woods by Kerry Johnson is a fantastic, fast-paced suspense story. This is easily my favorite novel by Kerry.

Sarah Brindley witnesses a murder – her own husband. The murderer comes after her and kidnaps her son. Tucker Brindley, her brother-in-law, steps in to protect her and help find her son. But there is danger with every turn of the page.

I love the intensity of this story and was hooked from page one. The plot deals with some darker themes, but the author weaves in hope and second chances all throughout. I never thought I was a fan of second chance romance tropes, but I enjoyed the relationship aspects in this novel. The author took a complicated history between two characters and paved the way for them to find a future together. Abducted in the Woods is definitely a book to move up on your “must-read” list.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Book two in the Sanctuary series brings more danger, drama, and suspense than the first!

Prowl by Colleen Coble follows the story of an animal sanctuary owned by Blake Lawson. After discovering someone dead in the tiger enclosure, he uncovers a sinister plot – someone wants to steal the land from him. He’s still trying to find his footing with his relationship with Paradise Alden, but she consumed with finding her newly discovered brother.

I’m here for the drama! I love stories with complex plots, hidden danger, and hopeless, against-all-odds situations. Blake is on the cusp of losing everything. Someone from Paradise’s past is stalking her. This story takes readers on an adventure and an emotional journey.  Also, I love animals, so that aspect makes the story even more interesting. I can’t wait for book number three. I do recommend reading this series in order as it follows the same characters, so start with Ambush. 

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Trail of Suspicion by Jennifer Pierce is chock full of danger, intrigue and some good old fashioned run-for-your-life suspense. Rory James is a crime scene technician with a cadaver dog named Moose. They find a body in the woods, and she becomes a target. The last person she wants to protect her is her ex Asher Mitchell.

I love the danger scenes in this story. Rory can’t go anywhere without stumbling head first into trouble. So many great plot twists and lots of action make this a must read for suspense fans — and quite a few betrayals! Rory can’t trust anyone. And of course, who doesn’t love a bloodhound named Moose. He steals the show.

I listened to this book on audio, and the narrator did a fantastic job with the pacing and keeping the story alive. I enjoyed listening to this book.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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Escaping the Wilderness by Carrie Stuart Parks is one wild ride. Boone McGregor witnesses an attack on a woman and steps into action to save her. Little does he know that Amanda Cotton’s life is on the line. She’s being hunted, and the two go on the run while trying to unravel why someone wants Amanda dead.

I loved this story from start to finish. Escaping the Wilderness is fast-paced and witty, while still allowing readers the chance to get to know the characters. Amanda and Boone are complete opposites. They come from completely different worlds, but they realize just how great they are for each other – while trying to stay alive.

If you love high-stakes suspense, action and a determined hero and heroine, look no further than Escaping the Wilderness. I reviewed the audiobook version, and I loved the narration. It added to the excitement of the story.

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If you love action, suspense, and danger – look no further than Threat of Revenge by Jessica R. Patch. The story follows Jenna Morrow and her K-9 partner Augie. Someone is threatening Jenna, and it’s a mystery. No one knows she’s in town, and the attacks are personal–like someone knows intimate details of her life. Clay Miller is a local rancher who steps in to protect her while they track down the assailant.

This book is so action-packed right from the start, with plenty of plot twists. Jenna and Clay have their obstacles to love, which only adds to the tension. Of course, I love the dogs! If you love suspense, you’ll want to move this book to the top of your TBR list. I listened to the audio version, and the narration worked well and brought the story to life.

I received an ebook review copy of this book through NetGalley. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

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