Present Danger (Rocky Mountain Courage Book #1)

The first book in a new series is always exciting, but this one was especially so since it has a beautiful setting and characters that are complex and who react in an expected and totally human way. Starting with a plane crash and a pilot who stumbles away and disappears, this book is non-stop action with lots of mystery that just keeps building. Detective Jack Tanner is working in Montana after giving up his job as an FBI Special agent and ends up working with US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors when the two of them unexpectedly find a dead body. Since the two of them have a past that ended with a split, their interactions were very interesting, bringing simmering romance into all of the suspense. The plot was intriguing and intellectually stimulating to me. I had never really heard about archeological artifacts being stolen and trafficked, but that is really what is going on in this complicated and well-written book. There are many characters, but all are necessary as they add to the mystery one at a time and build up what becomes a satisfying resolution. The twists were surprises to me and the pacing was perfect. All of the chapters just flowed one into another so it was hard to stop reading since I really wanted to know what was going to happen and who the villain was. My favorite part of the book was the description of the scenery, because each new place the characters went was described with intricate detail so that I could place myself into that scene. My favorite character was Terra’s brother Owen, a wounded war veteran who is a real “horse whisperer” and a true hero. Of course, I loved the mounting suspense and the interaction between the characters. It seemed that Terra was destined for danger, but I enjoyed watching how she got herself out of those encounters. I particularly enjoyed knowing how the characters were working out the mystery in their minds, sharing with me what they were thinking so that I could work on the mystery myself. All in all, this was a thoroughly entertaining and delightful book and I am already looking forward to book #2 in the series. Disclaimer Disclosure of Material Connection: I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell as part of the Revell Reads Blogger Program via Netgalley. I also received a complimentary hard copy from the author as part of her review team. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255, “Guides Concerning the Use of Testimonials and Endorsements in Advertising.” Note to my readers: I loved this book so much and want to collect the series, so I purchased my own copy from Baker Books.

Following a plane crash, Former FBI Agent Jack Tanner, now working as a Detective in Montana is charged with leading a search and rescue mission. He stumbles across a dead man. Determined to find the killer gets much more complicated when he discovers he will be working alongside his old flame, US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors. They have a history, but there are still some unresolved issues. More bodies are found and Terra makes a discovery that puts a target on her back. This one seems to have it all .... family secrets. lies, threats, mystery, crime, a little romance. The plot is cleverly written with very likeable characters in Jack and Terra. Suspense starts at the very first and maintains a high level throughout. There are some twists and turns and plenty of suspects to watch .... some who are not exactly who they say they are. The ending is satisfactory .. a bit of a cliffhanger which will be the beginning of Book 2 in this series. Many thanks to the author / Revell / Baker Publishing Group / Netgalley for the digital copy of this Romantic Suspense. Read and reviewed voluntarily, opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.

A WILD RIDE OF AN ADVENTURE! “How had he ever walked away from this woman? How many times would he think about what a fool he had been?” Bestselling and award-winning author Elizabeth Goddard has penned another dynamic, romantic suspense novel with the release of PRESENT DANGER (Rocky Mountain Courage Book #1). When you start to read this novel, mark off some time as you are going to quickly get swallowed up in this plot! Goddard starts with an action packed scenario involving a small plane crash in the mountains. Just when you think the sabotaged plane is going to be the main mystery, Goddard drops in another piece of the puzzle. Former FBI Special Agent Jack Tanner is now working as a Detective in Montana. While on a search and rescue mission, he stumbles across a dead body. Determined to find the killer gets much more complicated when he discovers he will be working alongside his old flame, US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors. Terra discovers some very disconcerting news about the victim which puts a target on her back. As the threats escalate, Jack realizes that perhaps the responsibility he feels for Terra stems from far more than a professional capacity. However, crossing that line could put both of their lives in danger! Goddard packs this story with plenty of twists and turns that will keep even the keenest of readers guessing who the real culprit/culprits is/are until the very end! It is a wild ride of an adventure that includes hidden crimes, open threats, and long-buried family secrets! She weaves the romance in slowly and has you wondering if the couple will ever get together as they have many factors to overcome from their past relationship. I thoroughly enjoyed every page of this story! I was provided a complimentary copy of this book by Revell. The opinions expressed here are completely my own and without influence.