Blind Trust by Natalie Walters

Lyla Fox knows she has a reputation at the SNAP Agency for impulsivity, but when she receives a threatening letter from a man she helped put in prison, she can't stop herself from going all in to find out why he's coming after her. Unfortunately, she's going to need the help of the one person who questions her reckless choices more than anyone else.

Explosives and weapons specialist Nicolás Garcia agrees to help Lyla in order to keep her safe, but her recklessness continues to be a major concern, especially when her investigation into a conspiracy puts a target on her back. Dealing with bombs is dangerous. Working with Lyla is proving to be just as treacherous--to both the mission and his heart.

My review:  This was the third book in this series.  It's not necessary to read the first two book to read this book.  Although it would be helpful to get some of the back information.  This was a book that I had trouble putting down.  Lyla and Nicolas are dancing around their feelings for each other.  As they do this, Lyla's life is being threatened.  And Nicolas will do anything to protect her.  The ending was a total surprise as well.  I thoroughly enjoyed this book.

I was given this book by Revell Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.  

After the Shadows by Amanda Cabot

Emily Leland sheds no tears when her abusive husband is killed in a bar fight, but what awaits her back home in Sweetwater Crossing is far from the welcome and comfort she expected. First she discovers her father has died under mysterious circumstances. Then the house where the new schoolteacher and his son are supposed to board burns, leaving them homeless. When Emily proposes turning the family home into a boardinghouse, her sister is so incensed that she leaves town.

Alone and broke, her family name sullied by controversy, Emily is determined to solve the mystery of her father's death--and to aid Craig Ferguson, despite her fears of men. The widowed schoolmaster proves to be a devoted father, an innovative teacher, and an unexpected ally. Together they must work to unmask a killer and escape the shadows of their own pasts in order to forge a brighter future.

My review:  The beginning of the book was a little slow.  After I got into it, I enjoyed it.  Emily has an uphill battle with proving her father didn't commit suicide.  Her sister is fighting her every step of the way. This is not an edge of your seat mystery.  But a good mystery that keeps you guessing.  I am looking forward to reading Emily's story in the next installment.

I was given this book by Revell Publishing via NetGalley for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.

Texas Ranch Target by Virginia Vaughan

Brett Harmon is a security expert.  He is back at his ranch after his last job where his client was murdered.  He's not feeling to good about himself .  Then he runs across an injured woman in the road. Jaycee has no memory of her attack.  She also doesn't remember why she has Brett's business card.  

This is a fast paced mystery that kept me guessing all the way to the end.  I highly recommend this book.  This is the second book of the series.  But it's also a stand alone book.

I was given this book by Love Inspired Suspense Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.

Counter Attack by Patricia Bradley

Alexis Stone has only one ambition.  To become the first female police chief of police of Chattanooga.  But life has thrown her a curve.  Her grandfather has had a heart attack and has ask her to become the interim sheriff for Russell County, TN.  Her grandparents took her in and raised her after the death of her parents.  So she feels like she has to do this for her grandfather.  Nathan Landry is chief of police of Pearl Springs.  He and Alexis were high school sweet hearts.  Trouble seems to follow Alexis from Chattanooga in the form of a serial killer.  The victims all look like her and leave a white pawn.  Also, several attempts have been made on Alexis' life.  

This is a fast paced mystery that kept me reading way past bedtime.  I am looking forward to the next installment of this series.  

I was given this book by Revell Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.  

Windswept Way by Irene Hannon

This was a nice continuation of the Hope Harbor series.  Ashley wants to convert an old house into a wedding/ conference center.  She is a very focused person and has never really taken time to enjoy life.  She hires Jonathon to help with landscaping renovations.  But why does he always stay in the shadows.  Jonathon has as many scars on the inside as he does on the outside.  This is a good story about overcoming  your insecurities and discovering what is really important in life.  We also get to revisit some residents that are the focus of other Hope Harbor books.

This is a good book and I recommend to all who enjoy a lazy afternoon read.

I was given this book by Revell Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.

A Cry in the Dark by Jessica R. Patch

Led to an isolated Appalachian Mountain town by a trail of disturbing murders, FBI special agent Violet Rainwater’s determined to catch a serial killer with a twisted agenda. With locals refusing to reveal their secrets, Violet’s only ally is Detective John Orlando. But even John has an ulterior motive—he’s convinced this case is connected to his wife’s murder. 

As they dig deeper, Violet uncovers a link to her own unresolved past. For years she’s worked the cold case of her mother’s abduction, which had led to her birth. The need to look into the eyes of the sinful man who fathered her consumes Violet. Until she can, she’ll never have peace. Because she’s terrified she might be exactly like him.

This is a complicated story that has a lot twists and turns.  John and Violet have pasts that they are trying to put behind them.  Violet has never felt love and knows nothing about being part of a normal family.  John had a wife who never wanted a child and went undercover weeks after their child was born.  Then she was killed.  This story brings them together.  As they search for a murderer, they discover they might be searching for the same person who destroyed their past.  

This is a good mystery that I recommend to all.

I was given this book by Love Inspired via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.   

The Last Chance Cowboy by Jody Hedlund

Catherine is running for her life after she sees a murder and is accused of being the murderer.  She's also running with a baby that she delivered just before she witnessed the murder.  The woman entrusted her to get the baby to his father.  Dylan is temporary sheriff until election time.  He used to be a drunk and womanizer but has since turned his life back over to God.  This is a story of how God can turn us around.  This is a feel good book and I recommend this to everyone.

I was given this book by Bethany House Publishing via NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.  I was not compensated in any way.