A roller coaster of suspense, emotion, and great twists!
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The Stolen Guardian is a great read both for fans of anthropomorphic characters and those new to the genre. The characters feel human enough that I can relate to them and their emotions, but I still get the sense of their anthropomorphic nature throughout the book. The plot is complicated with lots of twists, but everything comes together in the end in the best way. I found myself really caring what happens to the characters and wanting everything to work out for them. There is a nice blend of fantasy and science fiction in this book that kept me interested from start to finish. I can't wait to read more in this series!
3922358
What a ride!  This series of books takes us at a break-neck speed into the life of Kayla Burkheart, a young woman just hoping to earn a bonus from her boss to help pay for her wedding. In, "Red", all Kayla needs to do is drive a car safely from California to Texas, and she has to be careful -- the car is worth $70,000!

But, really, what can go wrong? Thanks to the devious mind of Christine Sutton, a whole lot of  things can go wrong, beginning with a creepy black car that starts tailing Kayla and when she is good and unnerved, he starts text messaging her.  But how does he have her number?  Very scary situation and Sutton keeps us guessing to the end.

In "Snow", Kayla has delivered the car, collected her pay and is ready to move on with her life.  Only thing is, that money was supposed to help pay for her wedding, but her fiance has changed his mind. The wedding is off!  Kayla can't believe her ears until she hears the whole story -- yep, her bitch of a mother lied to Kayla's fiance, convincing him Kayla had been unfaithful.  Lest we think the fiance, David, is easily swayed, we find out that Carolyn, Kayla's mother, practices witchcraft.  She used her magic to turn David against her own daughter.  Her mother's treachery goes much deeper, and Kayla flees the house in anger and fear for her own safety.  Thinking she is safe, she finds out she is in more danger than she could have ever imagined when a dwarf holds her at knifepoint!

I don't want to give away too much of the story, so I'm just going to say that each book builds suspense, making us care more and more about Kayla and her friends.  And Carolyn becomes more and more wicked.  A nice nod to Grimm's fairy tales in each book, but with Sutton's deft touch, the familiar stories become fresh and exciting.
3005966
What a great suspense!  There are so many twists and turns, just when you think you know where it's going, there is another surprise.  Nicely built characters - in more ways than one!  I stayed up until the wee hours to finish it.  I just couldn't put it down.  This is a must read for romantic suspense fans.
687340
I couldn't put this book down!  The plot had many twists and turns and kept you guessing until the end.  It was an emotional roller coaster as I went from disdain and disbelief at the selfishness displayed to more empathy as the story and background filled in and ending in a myriad of emotions at the whopper of an ending.  Tammy Maas did an amazing job on her first book and I look forward to reading much more from her in the future.
3598064
Twists and turns followed by more twists and turns! This book was a rollercoaster of emotions. Just when you think you've unlocked the secrets behind the words, you're mind is turned upside down. I look forward to reading more from this author.
499138
A roller coaster ride of danger mixed with some very scary supernatural elements..That's all I'll say,I couldn't put it down. Joe Dillard has become one of my favorite characters , a lawyer with a keen sense of right and wrong,tough but compassionate,he is fiercely loyal and protective of those he loves,and not afraid to duke it out with anyone who dares to threaten him or  his
family or friends. I really like this guy,he's very much like my Air Force Officer Husband,tough and tender- what a great combination. I can't wait to see what Joe is up to next! You will love this book!
538616
Every now and then you read a book that just sucks you into the plot and takes you for a wonderful journey.  This story kept me on the edge of my seat and totally captivated. The plot twists and turns kept me in constant suspense and the pages turning. It was so emotional and had heart-wrenching scenes that gave you chills and tears.  This is not one, but two love stories tied into one with strong characters, witty dialogue, and entertaining events.  It has the good, the bad, and the ugly in human behavior. I was so impressed with this story, the suspense that keeps you guessing and tied up in knots, and the love that you can feel as you get to know the people. I have already recommended this story to several people.  I look forward to reading more from this author and more of this series, The Echoes of Orson's Folly. Well done Ms. Springsteen.  I have recommended this book to friends, and everyone that has read it, loves it too.
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This is one of those stories that you find yourself talking to the book! You can see something horrible is going to happen, and you want to stop it! Then you realize you're reading and the character isn't real; you're able to barely get a grip!  Ha!  The main characters, San Antonio Detective Theo Mazur, and FBI Agent Dr. Kate Hayden, are so real and likable. They are drawn to each other from their first meeting, each finding so much to admire about the other. Theo and Kate have known great tragedy, and have lots of compassion for the victims of the psychopaths they hunt.

The storyline is complex, violent, disturbing, and raw. The killers Theo and Kate are searching for are smart, lucky, and obsessed. "The Last Move" is an engrossing, exciting, and suspenseful read!
30671
This book had me holding on for dear life! It was a roller coaster with the suspense! You have to get it!!
711144
This one had me biting my nails and screaming at the characters, but in a really good way! I felt like an onlooker who wanted to interfere but couldn't. The suspense was thrilling. Also the twist at the end caught me thoroughly off gaurd! Can't wait to see what Johnson comes up with for the finalie!
1602678
Wow, what a roller coaster ride!  The whole series has been a mix of all sorts of emotions: Love, Hate, Fear, Anticipation and all of the others!

Just because this is fiction, doesn't mean that you can't apply real thoughts, feelings, inter-race interactions, co-operation and many more.

As for the story itself, I just couldn't put it down.  Each time I reached the end of a book I was in despair, waiting impatiently for the next one.
Luckily for you, this is the last in the series so, you can go get the whole set with no wait time!

The scope of characters is amazing with a terrific story line and, who knows (god forbid) this type of scenario could even be a reality if some of the big power countries ever went overboard with nuclear or germ warfare.  Fingers crossed that never happens.

Anyway, Ann Gimpel has done a great job here and I sincerely recommend this to all.
3096555
Return to Winter gives the reader suspense in big doses and keeps them guessing until the very end. I found myself reading as quickly as I could to get to the end and find out what happens. This story utilizes interesting characters, themes, and places to pull the reader in and not let go.

I felt as if I was on the same emotional roller coaster ride as Stephanie; I was never sure what to expect around the next corner. Her emotions seep off the pages and wrap themselves around the reader. It is quite potently. I found her Stephanie memorable in many ways:; from the pain of being torn from the man she loves to the trust that turned to dust when she was back with him again.

The secondary characters are almost as interesting as the main. They add a wonderful dimension and will put a smile on the readers face. I always enjoy fun characters, and this story does not disappoint.

I can't wait to read something else by Ms. Rees. She will be an author to keep an eye on!
4471138
This is a fantastically tordid and twisted story that pulls the reader in every possible direction and sends them on a page turning murder investigating roller coaster ride. This book is a nice continuation of the first one (although, sadly, not quite as unique and exciting, thus no 5 stars) in that we get to see the two main characters working together once again, but in a very different way that the first time around. We learn so much more about both of them and begin to understand what makes them tick, making them even more fascinating than they were the first time around. The greatest thing about this book, though, is that, for me at least, it is anything but predictable. I actually changed my mind several times throughout the course of the book about the innocence of certain characters.
One last thing - after reading this book, I am convinced even more that the untimely death (what is up with all of these "premature" deaths as of late?!?) of Stieg Larsson in 2004 can be considered a tragedy. Apparently, he was planning to write 10 of these thrillers, but now we'll just have to live with three.  Sadness
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This book took me on a roller coaster ride that didn't stop until the final page! I was so eager to read Book 2 and it was definitely worth the wait. I loved this book even more than the first one. Fear of Heights delves deeper into the back story of Kate's love triangle and exposes all of the missing puzzle pieces. You definitely need to read Book 1 to know what's going on. I loved the introduction of a new character, Ideal, and how he manages to complicate things even more and turn Kate's world upside down. This book is full of action and passion and friendship and love....and hurt and betrayal and frustration. Expect the unexpected.
1373925
Woah! This one takes off like a roller coaster and doesn't let up! So many twists and turns it will  keep you riveted to your seat! I couldn't turn the pages fast enough. So many questions, followed by surprising and some not so surprising answers. Am I being vague... yes! Yes I am! Because to give you even the smallest hint would spoil the fun!

What I must say is this: What a great follow up to book one. I loved these characters and their story was so intriguing.

Happy Reading ~ Sherry
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I'm excited to have found this new author! I expected The Healer to be an emotional story. It was, but it was so much for than that. Erika is diagnosed with pancreatic cancer. With only a short time left to live, she seeks out an alternative source for healing. The controversial healer has some secrets to hide, as do many of the characters in this book. The story then becomes a roller coaster ride of psychological suspense and mystery. I loved it! I had a lot going on while I was reading this book, and had to read it slow. Usually, I don't mind that but with this book, I was dying to get back to it every minute to see what happened next. The writing style is superb and the story is perfectly crafted from start to finish. Can't wait to check out more titles by this author.
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Rollercoaster ride, non-stop action with incredible characters!