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Conard County: The Next Generation #42
Murdered in Conard County
They can only solve the perfect murder
If they work together.
After a shot rings out in the night, park ranger Blaire Afton knows her hard-won serenity is in jeopardy. But when she’s faced with a murder with no motive and no clues, US forest ranger Gus Maddox agrees with her suspicion that this is no random crime. With their shared military past, Blaire and Gus become close. But will their need for each other hinder their quest for justice?
If they work together.
After a shot rings out in the night, park ranger Blaire Afton knows her hard-won serenity is in jeopardy. But when she’s faced with a murder with no motive and no clues, US forest ranger Gus Maddox agrees with her suspicion that this is no random crime. With their shared military past, Blaire and Gus become close. But will their need for each other hinder their quest for justice?
- GenresRomantic Suspense
256 pages, ebook
First published August 8, 2019
About the author
Rachel Lee
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Rachel Lee is a New York Times best-selling author and the winner of Six Romantic Times magazine Reviewers' Choice Awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award, and is a five-time finalist for the Romance Writers of America's RITA® Award. She has penned a wide variety of novels in several genres including fantasy, romantic suspense, and romantic comedy. She resides in Tampa, Florida.
Rachel Lee is a New York Times best-selling author and the winner of Six Romantic Times magazine Reviewers' Choice Awards, including the Lifetime Achievement Award, and is a five-time finalist for the Romance Writers of America's RITA® Award. She has penned a wide variety of novels in several genres including fantasy, romantic suspense, and romantic comedy. She resides in Tampa, Florida.
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June 4, 2021
4 stelle e mezza
Questo è il primo libro che leggo di questa lunghissima serie e di questa autrice, ma devo dire che mi è piaciuto. C'è una bella suspense anche se sappiamo fin dall'inizio chi sono i cattivi e la storia d'amore non è affrettata visto che i due protagonisti si conoscono da un paio d'anni e sono amici. Insomma mi è venuta voglia di leggere qualche altro libro di questa autrice/serie, magari qualcuno di quelli che mi ispirano di più per la loro trama.
Questo è il primo libro che leggo di questa lunghissima serie e di questa autrice, ma devo dire che mi è piaciuto. C'è una bella suspense anche se sappiamo fin dall'inizio chi sono i cattivi e la storia d'amore non è affrettata visto che i due protagonisti si conoscono da un paio d'anni e sono amici. Insomma mi è venuta voglia di leggere qualche altro libro di questa autrice/serie, magari qualcuno di quelli che mi ispirano di più per la loro trama.
November 3, 2019
Good book. It opens in the past with the murderer(s) before they have started killing. The premise behind it is more than a little disturbing, especially the way it evolved. After the prologue, the book moves to the present day, when Blaire hears a gunshot in the night. As a park ranger, it is her job to investigate. At the same time, Gus was out for a late-night ride, brought on by an uneasy feeling. He was partway to Blaire's cabin when he, too, heard the shot, so he joined Blaire. What they found was deeply disturbing. A man was murdered inside his tent while he was sleeping, with his young son in the tent with him.
I liked both Blaire and Gus. Both of them are veterans, and each struggles with PTSD. Their work as rangers suits them perfectly, as it keeps them mostly out of crowds, and lets them spend time in the outdoors. Both have good relationships with their coworkers.
I liked the development of the relationship between Blaire and Gus. They've known each other for a couple of years, as their park jurisdictions are adjacent. They bonded over their time in the military, often meeting for coffee. On occasion, one or the other will share something that happened in the past or something that is bothering them. Sometimes they just talk about their day, or sit and enjoy the quiet. What neither mentions to the other is the growing attraction they feel, fearing that giving voice to it will affect their friendship. But with the murder, Gus can no longer deny the protectiveness he feels toward Blaire. What I really liked about him was that, even though he felt protective, he never doubted Blaire's ability to take care of herself. Though Blaire was confident in herself, she couldn't deny that it was comforting to have Gus nearby. The more time that they spent together investigating the murder, the stronger that the attraction between them grew. I loved that first kiss and seeing the passion between them explode. One of my favorite things is that they both knew the value of communication and honesty between them. They were also aware of each other's problems and knew how to support each other. I loved the ending, as nearly losing each other made them realize what they wanted from the future. The last scene was sweet as they discovered they had friends and found love and a new way of life.
Both Blaire and Gus suspected that the murder was more than a random event. Thanks to their time in the military, they saw the potential that it was a highly planned event. Those feelings deepened when they heard rumors that there had been other seemingly random murders over the last several years, all at parks. At the same time they tried to put the pieces together, the reader also got the point of view from the other side. Two of the men were clearly psychopaths, and their words and actions were definitely creepy. As for the third man, I wouldn't go so far as to call him a victim of circumstances, but he got caught up in something he didn't know how to get out of. His redeeming feature was the heavy dose of guilt that he felt, which I thought affected his later actions.
I liked both Blaire and Gus. Both of them are veterans, and each struggles with PTSD. Their work as rangers suits them perfectly, as it keeps them mostly out of crowds, and lets them spend time in the outdoors. Both have good relationships with their coworkers.
I liked the development of the relationship between Blaire and Gus. They've known each other for a couple of years, as their park jurisdictions are adjacent. They bonded over their time in the military, often meeting for coffee. On occasion, one or the other will share something that happened in the past or something that is bothering them. Sometimes they just talk about their day, or sit and enjoy the quiet. What neither mentions to the other is the growing attraction they feel, fearing that giving voice to it will affect their friendship. But with the murder, Gus can no longer deny the protectiveness he feels toward Blaire. What I really liked about him was that, even though he felt protective, he never doubted Blaire's ability to take care of herself. Though Blaire was confident in herself, she couldn't deny that it was comforting to have Gus nearby. The more time that they spent together investigating the murder, the stronger that the attraction between them grew. I loved that first kiss and seeing the passion between them explode. One of my favorite things is that they both knew the value of communication and honesty between them. They were also aware of each other's problems and knew how to support each other. I loved the ending, as nearly losing each other made them realize what they wanted from the future. The last scene was sweet as they discovered they had friends and found love and a new way of life.
Both Blaire and Gus suspected that the murder was more than a random event. Thanks to their time in the military, they saw the potential that it was a highly planned event. Those feelings deepened when they heard rumors that there had been other seemingly random murders over the last several years, all at parks. At the same time they tried to put the pieces together, the reader also got the point of view from the other side. Two of the men were clearly psychopaths, and their words and actions were definitely creepy. As for the third man, I wouldn't go so far as to call him a victim of circumstances, but he got caught up in something he didn't know how to get out of. His redeeming feature was the heavy dose of guilt that he felt, which I thought affected his later actions.
July 25, 2019
I enjoyed this story and the storyline. It starts as the story starts to spiral out of control. You meet 2 people that are different types of rangers. Blaire Afton is park and Gus Maddox is forest. I like that they are having a good friendship.
The way the story starts is in the past with 3 friends with a idea. Then it moves forward to the present with a murder. Its interesting with what causes it. I like the way Rachel weaves this story. For she reveals things in a interesting way. Like why it happens and the reason behind it. Its a fascinating mystery and reading the story as it unravels is interesting. The reasoning behind the crime will surprise you. It will make you think. I liked watching Blaire & Gus become closer. I also loved Gus's horse Scrappy. I like the ending for 2 reasons for the answer is given & the 2 people that matter fall for each other. I'm looking forward to her next book. For she writes a good book every time. J
The way the story starts is in the past with 3 friends with a idea. Then it moves forward to the present with a murder. Its interesting with what causes it. I like the way Rachel weaves this story. For she reveals things in a interesting way. Like why it happens and the reason behind it. Its a fascinating mystery and reading the story as it unravels is interesting. The reasoning behind the crime will surprise you. It will make you think. I liked watching Blaire & Gus become closer. I also loved Gus's horse Scrappy. I like the ending for 2 reasons for the answer is given & the 2 people that matter fall for each other. I'm looking forward to her next book. For she writes a good book every time. J
August 30, 2019
Have read Rachel Lee’s Conrad County series from the beginning snd still always check the shelves for the next release. My guilty pleasure. Was delighted to find the book and now look forward to her next release.
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September 1, 2019Categories
Suspense, Thriller, Romantic Suspense
Miniseries
Conard County: The Next Generation
Suspense, Thriller, Romantic Suspense
Miniseries
Conard County: The Next Generation
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September 1, 2019Categories
Suspense, Thriller, Romantic Suspense
Miniseries
Conard County: The Next Generation
Suspense, Thriller, Romantic Suspense
Miniseries
Conard County: The Next Generation
June 21, 2023
GREAT STORY
I loved this story, it was well written to keep the reader interested until the very last moment… I love all books by this author.. but
I loved this story, it was well written to keep the reader interested until the very last moment… I love all books by this author.. but
September 1, 2019
Wow
It's a story that could have been taken from today's headlines.Mystery,suspense,thrills and plenty of action.There's something going on every minute.I really enjoyed reading this book.
It's a story that could have been taken from today's headlines.Mystery,suspense,thrills and plenty of action.There's something going on every minute.I really enjoyed reading this book.
September 10, 2019
Always like a good book by Lee. I liked these characters and the plot of this story. Although there were some stupid people it was still enjoyable. Looking forward to reading her next book.
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