it's probably between a 3 and 4 for me but closer to a 4 than a 3. I've read this author before and usually enjoy her books. The plot is a slight twist on a plot usual to this publishing house, but the author made it different enough that it's not quite so obvious as some titles

There are a bit too many hints that Erin has a past secret that separated her from Nathan, given before the secret is revealed for my preference. I didn't expect what the secret ended up being though--at least not until closer to when she revealed it. ( )

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I have not read book one in this series, which I think might be a serious oversight. The characters from book one making an appearance in Deadly Target are simply wonderful and beg the reader to catch their story. Erin Larson is also a wonderful character both strong and realistic. She takes a lot on herself with her podcast and looking after her mom. Still, when her ex Nathan finds he has inherited a cold case from his father, who has been inexplicably shot, he turns to Erin and her expertise. The two of them slow burn the pages while getting to the bottom of the mystery and try to find their way back to each other.

Intrigue is such a fun word when applied to a literary format. This book has plenty, along with questions galore, that need answering as the story progresses. The book sucks you in right from the beginning as Erin narrowly escapes a brush with death during a boating accident in the first few pages of the book. As the book progresses it begins to feel as if the incidental occurrences throughout the story are indeed all tied together, but it isn’t until the end that the reader can pull it all together.

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Rating: 4.5 out of 5.
I received an advance review copy for free from Partners In Crime Virtual Book Tours, and I am leaving this review voluntarily. ( )

Deadly Target, the second installment in the Rocky Mountain Courage series, is even better than the first. This is a very fast paced novel that starts with a bang, is full of twists and turns, and will keep readers entertained from beginning to end. I did not find the plot predictable, nor did the villain jump out at me until they were intended to. These are all signs of a well designed storyline. This is a romantic suspense novel, and romance fans will not miss out in this story. While it felt a bit "insta-love" to me, it remained enjoyable. Overall, this was a good read and I'm looking forward to the final book in this series.

I received a complementary copy of this book, opinions expressed are entirely my own. ( )

Suspense is currently my favorite genre and this one met my requirements of fast moving and a mystery. I would recommend this book to those who enjoy Christian suspense. ( )