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Critical Condition (Undercover Cops #3)

Sandra Orchard (Goodreads Author)

4.1 · Rating details · 147 Ratings · 23 Reviews

EVERYONE'S AT RISK There's a murderer in the hospital, and nurse Tara Peterson is determined to prove it. With mysterious deaths in the cancer ward, anyone could be next. But no one wants to believe her...except for undercover agent Zach Davis. The murderer wants Tara's suspicions silenced, permanently. To protect Tara, Zach lets her in on his secret, and unwittingly into ...more

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Published October 2nd 2012 by Love Inspired (first published October 1st 2012)

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Feb 11, 2017 Lindsey (Books for Christian Girls) rated it liked it

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“EVERYONE'S AT RISK There's a murderer in the hospital, and nurse Tara Peterson is determined to prove it. With mysterious deaths in the cancer ward, anyone could be next. But no one wants to believe her...except for undercover agent Zach Davis. The murderer wants Tara's suspicions silenced, permanently. To protect Tara, Zach lets her in on his secret, and unwittingly into his heart. Tara and her three-year-old daughter are like the family he lost years before. Zach will risk eve ...more

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Sep 11, 2012 Katy Lee rated it it was amazing

This is Sandra Orchard’s third novel in her Undercover Cops series, and I when I saw the cover, a little bit of the peace that autumn offers descended upon me like the fluttering leaves themselves. But I will say peace was not the feeling I received while reading it—at least not at first.

Sandra packs every page with twists and turns, emotional highs…and more highs, and a story that equated to a medical thriller romance that felt like The Fugitive meets luuve. Best of both worlds, in my romantic ...more

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Dec 03, 2012 John Hanscom rated it it was ok · review of another edition

All genres are somewhat formulaic, but this one was written with a template. In addition, it was not well written - one example [among many]: toward the end of the book, the female protagonist is returning to wrk and is to put her daughter in the work-provided day care. She and the male protagonist show up at her work, but there is no child. A few pages later, it was as if the author realized the child was necessary for the plot, and inserted that the female protagonist had arranged for her sist ...more

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Aug 12, 2018 Val rated it really liked it

Tara, Zach and even Suzie were such inspirational characters. I was totally clueless as to who the bad guy was and I'm still wandering why Alice poisoned Tara's lunch. Great read and wonderful author.

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Aug 20, 2012 Melanie rated it it was amazing

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Review on my blog (to be posted 10/6): http://christianbookshelfreviews.blog...

Critical Condition is the third book in Sandra Orchard's Undercover Cops series and a great addition. Having read the first two books prior to this one, I can say that I am loving this series and hope it doesn't end with this book. One thing I particularly like (besides the fact that the cops are undercover) is that some of the previous characters appear in thi ...more

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Oct 08, 2012 Lisa Jamieson rated it it was amazing

In her book Critical Condition, Sandra Orchard captures the essence of a tender heart longing to love again. While trying to unravel the sinister schemes of two tragic hospital murders, undercover cop Zach and nurse Tara secretly find themselves caught between waves of romantic tension, fear and questions about who can be trusted. With a gift for pacing, Orchard kept me engaged and curious from front to back. The relationship between Zach and Tara’s toddler daughter was so endearing, I often for ...more

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Jul 13, 2016 Judine Brey rated it liked it

Shelves: christian, romance, mystery

Tara and Suzie are a charming mother-daughter combination that would be capable of winning any man's heart. Zach's heartfelt love for his late wife is a key to this novel and the pair coming together. That said, there are certain issues, like parenting disagreements that should be more effectively resolved by the end of the novel.

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Oct 28, 2012 Dorel rated it it was amazing · review of another edition

This is the first Sandra Orchard book I read. The storyline was a great suspense romance. I loved Tara & Zach as a couple. I loved Tara's daughter she is so cute & adorable. That is so evil to kill off patients in the hospital, the killer got what they deserved. I would definitely read more book by Ms. Orchard great job.

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May 04, 2013 Misty Dietz rated it really liked it

I don't typically read faith-based books, so this was an interesting departure for me. I really enjoyed Zach because he was the typical protector I look for in a hero, but he also had a softness and vulnerability to his character that felt authentic. I also enjoyed the medical element of this book which was also a first for me.

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Aug 29, 2012 Wendy Sparkes rated it really liked it

Shelves: love-inspired-suspense, tbr-2014

#3 Undercover Cops

A great finish to the series.

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Sep 18, 2012 Betti rated it it was amazing

Shelves: inspirational, romance, suspense

A wonderful mix between suspense and romance! As clues were suitably vague, the author had me guessing who the villain was right up till the end. It certainly wasn't who I expected! Learning to live without lost loved ones, is difficult for us all, I am sure, and it is no different for the hero.

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Sep 07, 2012 Jennifer Shirk rated it it was amazing

Shelves: ebooks, inspirational-romance, contemporary-romance, christian

I have to say this was one of the best Love Inspired Suspenses I've read in a long time. I couldn't stop turning the pages! I had to find out who the killer was and why. Great suspense, sweet romance, and a great Christian theme too.

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Jul 28, 2012 June rated it really liked it

I've waited for "Dak's" story. Turned out pretty well. Another great Sandra Orchard story. Hard to put down. Kept me captivated to the last page.

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Feb 22, 2016 Katherine Moss rated it it was amazing

Another great one ... sort of toggles between medical thriller and cop novel ... not to mention the role of God in the plot.

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Oct 19, 2013 Mollie Borden rated it really liked it

Was a good read that had me guessing the true villain up to the reveal. Will definitely read other faith-based books by Sandra Orchard.

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Oct 01, 2012 Harlequin Books added it

Shelves: love_inspired_suspense, 2012-13

Miniseries: Undercover Cops
Category: Inspirational Romance

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Apr 11, 2013 Jill rated it liked it

Love inspired suspense Undercover Cops series Hospital nurse Tara Peterson. Zach/cop Suzie/daughter

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Feb 26, 2015 Genevieve Lewis rated it it was amazing

I was surprised to the end. Enjoyed this book very much.

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Sep 22, 2012 Glenda Parker rated it it was amazing

I loved this book. Her characters were authentic and the action kept you on the edge of your chair.

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Oct 01, 2012 Harlequin Books added it · review of another edition

Shelves: largeprint, 2012-13

Miniseries: Undercover Cops
Category: Inspirational Romance

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About Sandra Orchard

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Sandra leaps off the garden trails of her herbal-researcher-turned-amateur-sleuth (Port Aster Secrets) series, to the museum corridors of her plucky FBI art crime agent Serena Jones, in A Fool and His Monet.

When not plotting crimes, Sandra plays make-believe with her grandchildren or hikes with her hubby along the escarpment, near their home in Niagara, Canada.

Her novels have garnered numerous a ...more

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