Paperback: 352 pages
Publisher: Multnomah Publishers (August 15, 2006)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1590526864
ISBN-13: 978-1590526866
Desiree Jacobs runs HJ Securities in Boston, along with her father. After signing her first client on her own, she is informed that her father has been killed while in Italy. A distrust for the cops, who are on the case, and believe her father is a criminal, leads Desiree to search out the truth on her own. This is rather difficult, seeing is how after a man breaks into her house, she is under surveillance by the cops.
She still manages to get into all kinds of trouble, all the while doubting Tony's intentions as he invites himself to her church and other activities. This book is well paced, with enough action to satisfy most readers. Although the ending seemed slightly rushed, as the clues only fall together right before the real killers are discovered. That's not really a fault, just my personal preference. There's no solving it before Desiree.
As for the characters, Desiree is portrayed realistic in her faith; weak to her sinful desires but remembering her own convictions. Tony Lucano is easy to relate to as he wants to witness to his partner, Crane, but at the same time wonders if it's worth it. With both of both of the main characters being Christians, Crane balances it out by giving the reader a dose of reality. Max, Desiree's best friend, is likeable and much like the older sister or mother figure you would want around. She compliments Desiree's character in a way that makes their friendship realistic.
I only have two criticisms. The first, Desiree is coined as stubborn about Tony and yet she doesn't take long to fall in love. Being that this is a series, I thought this romance would develop slowly. The two don't learn much about each other before they share their feelings. Just a pet peeve of mine.
But this is a series, so there's plenty of chances for a real relationship to be forged between the two main characters and my second complaint is a rather small one. Desiree jumps to the conclusion that someone she loves is responsible for a crime. I would think she would at least rationalize for a bit, and be in denial about it.
All in all I found this book entertaining and I'm curious about what will happen next. I'd give it three and half stars out of five.
You can buy it at Amazon.com for $11.04 in paperback format.
If you want to learn more about the author, you can check out her website.
Next review, the Birthright Project #1, The Outriders, by Kathryn Mackel.
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