Dangerous Illusions by Irene Hannon

Trish Bailey is on overload trying to deal with a demanding job, an ailing mother, and a healing heart. When a series of unsettling memory lapses leads to a tragic death--and puts Trish under police scrutiny--her world is once again thrown into turmoil.

Detective Colin Flynn isn't certain what to think of the facts he uncovers during his investigation. Did Trish simply make a terrible mistake or is there more to the case than meets the eye? As he searches for answers, disturbing information begins to emerge--and if the forces at work are as evil as he suspects, the situation isn't just dangerous . . . it's deadly.

This is the first book in the Code of Honor series.  Irene didn't disappoint with this book.  There are twists and turns everywhere.  I thought I had it figured out.  But I was wrong.  It's not a sit on your seat suspense book but mystery through and through.  I didn't want to put it down. 

I recommend this book to all Irene Hannon fans and mystery buffs.

I was given this book by Net Galley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in anyway.

Merry & Bright by Debbie Macomber

Merry Knight is pretty busy these days. She’s taking care of her family, baking cookies, decorating for the holidays, and hoping to stay out of the crosshairs of her stressed and by-the-book boss at the consulting firm where she temps. Her own social life is the last thing she has in mind, much less a man. Without her knowledge, Merry’s well-meaning mom and brother create an online dating profile for her—minus her photo—and the matches start rolling in. Initially, Merry is incredulous, but she reluctantly decides to give it a whirl.

Soon Merry finds herself chatting with a charming stranger, a man with similar interests and an unmistakably kind soul. Their online exchanges become the brightest part of her day. But meeting face-to-face is altogether different, and her special friend is the last person Merry expects—or desires. Still, sometimes hearts can see what our eyes cannot. In this satisfying seasonal tale, unanticipated love is only a click away.

This is a typical Debbie Macomber book. A lot of the book takes place via a dating web site.  I can see this becoming a Hallmark movie.  Of course it has a happy ending. 

I recommend this to all who like a light romantic read.

Blind Spot by Dani Pettrey

FBI agent Declan Grey is in the chase of his life--but isn't sure exactly what he's chasing after. Threatened by a terrorist that "the wrath is coming," Grey fears something horrible is about to be unleashed on American soil. When his investigation leads him to a closed immigrant community, he turns to Tanner Shaw to help him. She's sought justice for refugees and the hurting around the world, and if there's anyone who can help him, it's Tanner.

Tanner Shaw has joined the FBI as a crisis counselor . . . meaning she now has more opportunity to butt heads with Declan. But that tension also includes a spark she can't deny, and she's pretty sure Declan feels the same. But before anything can develop between them, they discover evidence of a terror cell--and soon are in a race against the clock to stop the coming "wrath" that could cost thousands their lives.

This is the third story in the Chesapeake Valor series.  It would be very helpful to read the first two books in the series to be brought up to speed on this one.  There is two stories going on at once in this book.  The murder of a beloved coach and the imminent terrorist attack threat.  Tanner and Declan  are being targeted by the terrorists to stop them from discovering their plans.  Their lives are saved by an unexpected source.

The only negative I have about this book is that it doesn't really end.  I do not like books that don't really end.  It sets the stage for last book in the series.

I received this book from the publisher in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.