Fatal Threat by Marie Force #MarieForce #EvaKaminsky

the setup…
Homicide Lieutenant Samantha (Sam) Holland and her partner Freddie Cruz are called to a scene where a body was found on the banks of the Anacostia River. As they begin their investigation, agents suddenly show up, surround Sam and whisk her away without explanation. A serious and credible threat was received against the Vice President’s family and that means more than just Sam and son, Scotty.

the heart of the story…
This was a solidly interesting case that went in some strange directions. I liked that the resolution came about through dogged police procedurals involving the entire team. It was engaging and allowed me to follow the case and make my own deductions that turned out to be on target. That works for me in a mystery. My biggest issue continues to be with Sam operating without a net when she’s the Second Lady. I just can’t suspend reality enough to swallow her not having protection. And, her arrogance and stubbornness just rang childish.

the narration…
Eva Kaminsky normally is a voice I enjoy and that held true here. She does a great job with character distinctions, especially Sam and Freddie who she just nails. I’ll never go back to reading the series.

the bottom line…
I enjoyed the story despite my issues with Sam and the bonus story at the end was an unexpected delight and so, so necessary. The resolution of the threat was stunning with serious implications for the future. Stay tuned.

Book Info

• Release Date: July 25, 2017
• Series: Fatal #11
• Narrator: Eva Kaminsky
• Audio Length: 10 hours, 31 minutes
• Publisher: HTJB, Inc.

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