Series:
Lookout Mountain Mysteries (Book 2)
Reunited to solve a crime…
Or become the next victims?
She returned home for a funeral, but Olivia Ballard is soon
embroiled in her grandfather's possible murder. But working with Huck Monroe,
Sunset Cove's new deputy detective, is more than business -- he broke Olivia's
heart a decade ago. Huck is just as dedicated to uncovering the truth as he is
tamping down any old feelings…until family secrets reveal a shocking surprise
and unmitigated danger.
Terrific book that drew me in from the first chapter and
kept me guessing to the end. Olivia was devastated when she received a call telling
her that her beloved grandfather Willy was dead. After driving from Montana to
Tennessee, she arrived in her hometown only to discover that her grandfather's
house had been ransacked. Complicating matters, the deputy detective sent to
take the report was Huck Monroe, Olivia's childhood best friend, teen
sweetheart, and the man who broke her heart when she was in college.
Huck still feels guilty about how he handled their
breakup and doesn't blame her for being angry. But the ransacking of Willy's
house adds credence to his and Olivia's belief that Willy's death was no
accident, so they call a truce while working to uncover the truth.
I liked watching the rekindling of the relationship
between Olivia and Huck. It helped that Huck apologized sincerely and admitted to
his mistakes. With the past dealt with, it doesn't take long for the old
feelings to revive and grow stronger. Huck's protectiveness is aroused when
attacks are aimed at Olivia, and it becomes evident that someone wants her
gone. I liked Huck's determination to keep her safe while they investigated.
The only problem is keeping their growing feelings from being a distraction.
The suspense was a roller coaster ride of twists, turns,
and surprises. As Huck and Olivia delved deeper into Willy's life, unexpected
revelations questioned everything she knew about her family. Each clue opened
more questions than it answered, bringing in new possibilities for the
murderer. Just when I thought I had it figured out, the author threw a twist I
didn't see coming. The final confrontation was a nail-biter as Huck and Olivia
faced off against an unexpected enemy. The resolution was well done and
believable, and answered all their questions.
I liked the ending and seeing Huck and Olivia ready to
put the past behind them. I'd love to see more of them in a later book and see their
future.
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