Description
After being forced to kill an FBI agent gone rogue in
self-defense while working in the violent crimes unit for the
Investigative Services Branch, ranger Madison Thorn is comfortable with
her move to the fraud and cyber division. At least numbers don't lie. So
she's less than thrilled when a white-collar crime investigation in
Natchez, Mississippi, turns violent. She could also do without being
forced to work with former-childhood-enemy-turned-infuriatingly-handsome
park ranger Clayton Bradshaw.
When a woman who looks just like
Madison is attacked on the same night Madison's grandfather is shot, it
becomes clear that there is something much bigger going on here and that
Madison herself is in danger. Madison and Clayton will have to work
together--and suppress their growing feelings for one another--if they
are to discover the truth before it's too late.
5 STARS
What a really good story this was. And the opening chapter of Madison's life was pretty darn dramatic. The story was like a three ring circus. But I mean that in the best possible way. Surprise after surprise pops up like a Jack-in-a box. But it was woven together so well that it doesn't feel choppy, or distracting at all.
I really enjoyed stoic Madison who was so good at her job. She has made enemies along the way, even though that wasn't her intention. There is so much more to Madison than just that stoic exterior. It was hurtful to see just how that hiding her feelings came from her very dysfunctional childhood. And it was a "gift" that just kept on giving. The emotional pull of the story was so well done and not just on Madison's behalf.
Clayton had his own share of troubles and hurts that once again is so well played out. It wasn't afraid to point out his flaws and struggles too. His reliance on God to get through the tough things was also a part of the story and will help others too. I liked that this was not crammed down anyone's throat as some people might think. A fact that I think is important to point out to non-Christians. The story is just too good to miss. Also add in a sweet romance and we're good.
Madison's grandfather was keeping some BIG secrets but his love for his granddaughter was big too. There are additional people in the story who really keep things moving. Some in really good ways and others well, they have secrets to protect.
I liked how the story ended with so many things revealed and some really bright futures for more than two people.
“I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.”
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