"Active Defense", by Lynette Eason

Danger Never Sleeps book #3

This romantic suspense story begins in Kabul Afghanistan with physician Dr. Heather Fontaine working at the FOB tent hospital set up for American soldiers and Afghani civilians when all hell breaks loose and from that moment on the story is filled with non-stop suspense.

Then, the setting switches to South Carolina with Heather attending a welcoming party for a colleague who served with her in Kabul. She is exhausted from not sleeping well and still terribly traumatized with what she witnessed in the war zone. Heather is really not at her best, furthermore, she thinks someone is stalking her.....and then the story takes us on a roundabout journey filled with ups and down....and yes she meets Travis Walker and handsome man that will save the day.... awe ...of course there is more to the story then this but it is up to you to find out.

I like this soft suspense drama nicely written to keep you on your toes and slipping pages to see what would happen next. Trying to figure out who the bad guy may be is a thrill. I was totally flabbergasted to see who it was; I didn’t see that one coming. I was totally drawn in from the very first chapter. The plot is concise, controlled and intense and is played out with wonderful down to earth cast. Being a Christian fiction the language and content is completely clean. The religious connotations said here may be heard by most of us under stressful situations.

“Active Defense” has a sweet helping of romance and friendship to go with the heart pumping moments... From time to time I love to indulge myself in charming read and I know most books by Lynette Eason or the publisher will take care of that.

I received this ARC copy of this book from the publisher Revell via the first reviewer program for my thoughts.

"Feaver Pitch", by Graham Tempest

Steele-Feaver book #7

I am a huge fan of a first person narrative and Mr. Graham knows how to be lively in doing so. His new protagonist Kon Feaver is a great asset and an enjoyable protagonist to follow as he joins Oliver Steele avenging the murder of their friend brutally shot in his Miami flat. They vow to avenge him....

Once again Mr. Tempest has provided an exciting and most captivating read filled with suspense and intrigue letting his new protagonist take center stage and giving him free rein to do his thing but watch out this good hearted man gets his feet wet...so many plot twists. The language is down to earth: simple, concise and peppered with a touch of humour. “Feaver Pitch” is all about the lucrative world of money laundering, beautiful ladies and dangerous men. With its relentless pacing, vivid description of locals, never ending action and ruthless characters how can this be other than a most captivating read hard to put down. Cuba and Fidel have a role here one that may be or not... true....

This smooth sailing thriller works well as a stand-alone. I loved it.

“I received a complimentary copy of this book. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own."

"Tree of Life", by J.F. Penn

Arkane book#11

An ancient manuscript that leads to the Garden of Eden. A seed that can restore the world to nature ...but only by destroying humanity in its wake.

Wow ...sound spooky.... it is. Ms. Penn t takes us on an imaginable journey to Eden with Morgan Sierra and Jake Timber her two protagonists. This chilling and pulse-pounding suspense drama takes us from Lisbon to Macau to the Caribbean and to Brazil on a hunt for fragments of an ancient Portuguese manuscript stolen from a Jewish library in Amsterdam.

“Tree of Life” is a highly imaginative account that delves into religion with knowledge and seamlessly weaves beliefs, geography and culture into a lively and dynamic plot. Once again the setting is magical, scary and mythical. The author knows how to phrase her ideas with haunting effects to imprint in our mind pictures only she can do. A tad of improbability chiseled into her mystery is not a bad idea in order to captivate us and she does that expertly. Her magic touch is fluid and very visual...and her kick-ass globetrotting protagonists keep you so stitched to the story you forget where you are....fast-paced, spooky but interesting story hard to forget...well-done as usual Ms. Penn

The author has graciously provided this book for an honest review.

"Cold Light of Day", by Toni Anderson

Cold Justice Book #3

“Cold Light of Day” is foremost an action/drama with a side of romance between scenes, one that captured my interest the moment I opened the first page. Each book features new characters as well as some from the previous books. Although book # 3 could be read on its own it wouldn’t be a bad idea to read the 2 previous ones.

What happens when the daughter tries to gain access to the Russian embassy to plant a bug in the ambassador’s office and her scheme fails? What happens when an FBI agent falls for the daughter of the most notorious spy in US history? Answer: We have one of those riveting romantic story hard to put down. This drama has all the right although light elements to keep things interesting and lively. Smoothly written this is a story easy to follow even with the cat and mouse game being played out. A daughter trying to prove her father is wrongly imprisoned, a man labelled a spy, and the path she takes to find the true spies. What’s not to be captivated with when a handsome FBI Agent ex-Navy Seal jumps in the fray. Awe!!! We have just the right mix of sexy banter, romance and most of all suspense. The characters are good: Scarlett is a spunky heroine and Matt a striking man in uniform. We have a lot of great dialogue through the entire story and a nicely written sex scene....

I will steal a line from a reviewer (Diane) “Never cross a Russian” if you do you will make a hell of a good story.....

“Cold Light of Day” is a must read and earns a 5 star from me.

"Lethal Greed", by John W. Mefford

Greed #2

Having kids and bringing them up to be healthy and productive adults is a hard task but when your kids are mixed up in illicit drugs what are you to do? Worst by helping them get out of this predicament you decide to go after the shady characters that got them hooked.... well read “Lethal Greed” and you may find out....enjoy.

In a web of mystery, “Lethal Greed”, brings a city under siege with drug deaths and kidnapping. Michael Doyle (the protagonist) and those closest to him are sucked into a twister so destructive no one will be the same at the end. Greed, is the driving force in this action packed story where we find Michael immersed in a drama involving his friend Arthur whose wife has been kidnapped and ransomed. With partying young adults shooting up, sniffing or snorting drugs....some to their death....Michael had to take on the drug dealers to protect the vulnerable but dealing with the Drug Cartel is a whole other ball game.

I had a bit of trouble getting into it at first it took some time before I noticed I was hooked and couldn’t let go. Slow paced at first then the action and suspense took off and kept a steady tempo till the very last page. Even with all the action this is an easy plot to follow and one that will make you think. Mr. Mefford choice of subject definitely is an eye opener....although not surprising. Partying in Puerto Vallarta during Spring break wow the kids know how to give themselves a good time...or a fatal one...

I like the characters in this book, most are recurring one from book #1 but no fear if you haven’t read “Fatal Greed” this story can be read on its own.

In a few words:

“Lethal Greed” brings a thought provoking subject to the forefront, not only about greed but also about murder, betrayal and the terrible curse of drug addiction.

"Kick", by Ty Patterson

Zeb Carter Short Stories #2

This is another perfect novella to zip through in not time. I love to read them from time to time and I am privileged to be on the author’s team and receive advance copy for review. I am not influenced by this gift and write my honest thoughts whether they are flattering or not. But after 34 excellent reviews I posted through the years I could only tell you that all of Mr. Patterson’s thrillers (short and full size) are true action thrillers from start to finish and that I have enjoyed every one of them.

“Kick” of course is not exception and the story takes us to Los Angeles with our protagonist taking center stage. Taking his morning run he rescued a young woman held down by a rapist. Reporting the incident to the LAPD it should have ended there...but no way ...when Zeb is involved all hell breaks loose...and as readers we are into one of those exciting and very captivating read. Of course 79 pages is way too short I was able to read this novella in one sitting, actually I think it is taking me longer to put words together for this review :).

My thoughts in a few words:

The plot is cleverly developed and filled with visual imagery and colourful characters. It moves at breakneck pace like a well-oiled thrill machine. What is not to like....well-done as usual.