Review: Tangled Threat & Suspicious

Tangled Threat & Suspicious by Heather Graham
My rating: 3 of 5 stars

A life changing event will leave a lasting impression. For Maura, finding a body hanging from a tree kicked off a chain of events which left feeling as if she was missing something. As a teenager, Maura's childhood crush on sexy and older Brock McGovern was abruptly cut short when they discovered a dead body together. Their possible summer fling whilst working together at a resort ends before it can take off. Whisked away from the death, Maura lost contact with Brock. Protected by her parents, she grew up sheltered from her childhood trauma. The same cannot be said for Brock. Accused of killing the woman they found dead, he grew up quick and realized that being innocent and doing the right thing may not always be enough.

The characters in this book are nicely developed with a solid background to build from. The adults they turned into are based on their experiences post dead body. For Brock, it cemented his desire and determination to go into law enforcement. Coming back to where it all began brings closure for Brock. It also brings Maura back to him.

Second chance romances where the second time around is the right time are fantastic when it is done right. When it comes to Ms. Graham, her romances are always written beautifully. The chemistry between her characters is already there from their past bond. Coming together again reignites it. The chemistry between Maura and Brock is sweet. It feels like a homecoming which gives a warm fuzzy feeling, even when the circumstances are dire.

The suspense part of the book is nicely balanced with the rekindling of Maura and Brock's romance. The couple of red herrings Ms. Graham throws at the reader are consistent with her other romantic suspense. It still did not throw me off the scent to the real killer. There are a couple of plot twists which make the story more exciting. This romantic suspense is recommended to readers who enjoy second chance romances.

*This two in one book only provided Tangled Threat for me to review.

*provided by NetGalley