Kade's Turn by Tiffany Snow

I can honestly say there is not a romantic suspense series on the planet I love more than this one. Kathleen, Kade, and Blane had me hooked from the first book and may never let my heart go. When I saw Kade's Turn was available for request on Net Galley as an advance copy, I was ecstatic! I immediately put in my request and anxiously awaited the approval which came today. I was excited but worried at the same time. I wasn't sure the book would live up to all the type I had created for it in my head, but I absolutely couldn't wait to get started. I don't know why was so worried because this book blew my expectations out of the water. I couldn't believe the depth of detail and all the little glimpses into both Blane's and Kade's pasts. This story answered so many questions and really helped bring more understanding to the decisions made in book five. I really think both Blane and Kade fans will love this book. Even those readers who were disappointed with the book five ending (That would so not be me!) will want to read this insightful look into Kade's head. Some pretty big secrets (including a shockingly racy moment...whew!) were revealed, and I want to yell out about the unfairness of what happened. Unfortunately, I can't say what I'd like to without spoilers. So, I will just say if you want to know more about what more Blane's uncle the senator was doing behind the scenes, you better grab this book!

Though I've heard no plans to do so, I would be in heaven if Tiffany Snow would keep writing a Blane or Kade perspective for books three through five.  Kade's Turn just reinforced why this series is so popular and why it is my ultimate favorite. My only disclaimer would be to say read the books in order. This story will not make much sense if you haven't at least read the first two books and Blane's Turn.

Thank you, Net Galley for making my month by giving me this book for review!!!

Bones and Roses by Eileen Goudge

This is the first book in a new series for this author and the first book of hers I have read. I really enjoy first person female sleuth type stories and especially liked this one. It started off pretty mild, but things picked up rather quickly.

When the remains of Tish's long lost mother are discovered, Tish takes it upon herself to investigate since she feels the police aren't taking the case seriously enough. She enlists the help of a somewhat burned out and possibly alcoholic retired policeman and her best friend and total opposite, Ivy. Tish handles the dangers like she was born for it. She doesn't require the help of any of the romantic interests in her life, she just pushes on despite the possible consequences.

I really enjoyed this story and am glad it is going to be a series. I have high hopes for Tish and her end of the story love interest. He was my favorite.

I appreciate Net Galley providing me with a copy of this book for review.

Control by Laura Marie Altom

So I started this book late at night thinking I would just read a few pages to see whether I would like the author or not. Now, here I am at 1:40a.m. having just finished it in one sitting. I literally couldn't put it down and go to bed. Even though it really wasn't what I would label a suspense, it was deep and dark and tortured in all the best ways. I enjoy books which pull me in emotionally and make me feel things. This story had me sad, hopeful, angry, and curious as to how it would all end. I knew going into reading this book that it was going to be continued in another story, but wow, what a total shocker ending. I will be anxiously awaiting the next addition to this story. I really hope Ella's abusive husband gets what he deserves in the next book.

I love first person perspective books. I enjoy the feeling it gives you of being inside a character's head. Being able read from Liam's, Ella's and Julie's ( Ella's fake identity) really helped me keep from giving up on Liam when I felt he acted insecure. Overall, I loved the novel and will totally be waiting on the next book!

Thanks to Net Galley for providing me with a copy of this book for an honest review.

Withholding Evidence by Rachel Grant

I have read and loved all the books in this series. While this story was a good bit shorter, it did not read like it. I was worried it would be a rushed book with little in the way of plot, but thankfully I was wrong. I was hooked right at the beginning by the amusing dialog as Trina tries to interview Keith. I will say that this couple hooked up way faster than I typically find believable, but somehow it seemed to fit their personalities as neither was at all inhibited in the area of intimacy. Even though they tended to lose their tempers quickly, they always made up with a ton of sparks.

This book was everything I have come to expect and like from this author...likable characters who are easy to identify with, a believable suspense plot, exciting action and super hot chemistry. I totally enjoyed it!

Thank you to Net Galley for providing me a copy for honest review...and fun reading!

Rescue at Cardwell Ranch by B.J. Daniels

I really like the characters in the Cardwell Ranch series. I haven't read the series in order and actually read one of the books that follows this one first. The series is based around a large family of brothers and their cousins. Even though there are reoccurring characters, I didn't have any trouble reading them in no certain order. 

In this story, Hayes Cardwell is visiting his brother at his cousin's ranch. He accidentally ends up saving a local real estate agent who was the random target of a serial killer. McKenzie never really sees her rescuer..just his eyes. Because he asks to remain anonymous, McKenzie has to try to get back to her normal life without being able to thank Hayes. When the two meet again by chance, a connection is forged, and Hayes appoints himself as McKenzie's protection. As the thwarted killer retaliates against her and tries to correct the mistake he made by failing to kill her the first time, McKenzie becomes appreciative of Hayes's overprotective nature. As the danger gets closer, so does the couple. 

This was a good story with plenty of suspense and not a lot of the cheesy overdramatics occasionally found in mass market type stories. I have read many books by this particular author and always enjoy them. Now that I have read two books in this series featuring Tag's wedding, I feel the need to find and read his story. :-)

Do or Die by Suzanne Brockmann

This book is the first book in the author's new reluctant heroes series.  The action started right off the bat with a scene inside a prison and never slowed down. Even though parts of the novel were obviously meant to give us the main characters' histories to set up the start of the series, it didn't bog down the flow of the story.

Although the main couple for this story was Phoebe and Ian, there were so many great secondary characters who featured prominently in the storyline. It would take forever to get into all the different wonderful facets of this novel, so I will just focus on Ian and Phoebe. Phone is strong, confident, and really funny in a sweetly snarky way. She is thrown into the volatile situation of being Ian's lawyer with practically no notice and little knowledge of the true ramifications of the deal she is brokering.

Ian is a family focused man. Nothing in the world is more important to him than protecting his family. Though he is attracted to his new lawyer, his first order of business is to ditch her. Fortunately for him, since she saves his cover more than once, Phoebe proves difficult to get rid of.

Ian and Phoebe set out on a coerced mission to rescue a couple of kidnapped kids along with a quirky but talented team Ian worked with before prison, another lawyer, and two FBI agents. nothing seems to go right at first, but eventually the team becomes a well oiled machine working together for their common goal. Phoebe fits right into the team and right into Ian 's dreams of his perfect woman. Their chemistry is off the charts and obvious to everyone but them.  I really loved how their relationship progressed and their funny back and forth banter. They really were perfect for each other. Phoebe recognizes the importance of their relationship before Ian will allow himself to admit it. Eventually, he had to make a choice whether to walk away to protect his family or make her a part of that family.

I liked this novel enough that I will probably start her Troubleshooters series next while I wait for the second book in this series.

Thanks to Net Galley for providing a copy of this book for review!

Bad Bones by Linda Ladd

Amazing, totally amazing!!! I have read every book in this series and was extremely excited to get my hands on an early copy of this latest addition since it is one of my favorite series. I started reading immediately, and then I couldn't put it down. The Claire Morgan books are always a little gritty and disturbing, but this one was even more so in my opinion. It seems like the books just get better and deeper as the series continues to develop.

In Bad Bones, Claire and Bud are searching for a killer who likes to break every bone in his victims' bodies before dumping them in the snow. Their investigation leads them to a modern day group of feuding fighting mountain families who really don't take to outsiders or the law. To make matters worse, one of the victims has ties to a notorious mob family Claire's fiance, Black,  knows well. Despite dire warnings from Black and Joe McKay, Claire plows ahead in her usual fashion. Thankfully, Claire is not one of those stupid heroines who ignores all danger and is surprised when bad things happen. She keeps herself aware and prepared but refuses to neglect her job even if it risks her safety at times.

There are a few amusing moments related to Claire's inability to control her snarky mouth, but mostly this was a very suspensefully dark story. There were so many twists and turns and questions I couldn't answer. Claire's relationship with Black had a few ups and downs, but he remains her steady anchor in the middle of all the chaos. I totally love Black!

I didn't know until the very end whether there was one killer or two. The questions were killing me. Some parts of the killer's history were really hard to read, and the final climax of the book had me literally cringing, wanting to read but afraid of what I was going to encounter. To me, that is the best kind of suspense. I absolutely loved it!!!

Thank you, Net Galley, for providing a copy of this book for review!