Secrets from her family’s past thrust her into the crosshairs At her partner’s Christmas wedding in the mountains, deputy US marshal Dana Santiago’s almost abducted–and only the quick actions of Alex “Rich” Richardson save her. Now Dana and Rich must work together to figure out why the kidnappers seem willing to go to any lengths to capture her. But to find the truth they must first dig up her … must first dig up her family’s long-buried past…
From Harlequin Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.
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Jodie Bailey keeps you reading with her twisty plot and relatable characters, who in between running from a diabolical killer will have you tearing up at their emotional pasts and cheering them on through the romantic tension.
This is not your typical Christmas story. Danger lurks at every turn. US Marshal Dana Santiago’s worst dream seems to have come to life, causing her to try to escape whoever is after her. Do they want to kill her or kidnap her—and why? Major crime bosses are somehow involved in the whole disaster. The fast-paced book hooks readers’ attention and draws them into the exciting tale, which they won’t want to stop until the end brings resolution. The characters seem authentic and even vulnerable in their tough roles. I recommend the novel to any who like clean thrillers. I received a review copy from the author. All opinions are my own.
This book is a firecracker. Well-drawn characters and nonstop action that drew me in immediately and kept me engaged throughout. Rich and Dana were secondary characters in previous books, but their story is strong enough to stand alone. Both of them are highly professional, and their internal struggles to balance the traumas in their past with the desires and goals of their present built supreme tension between them, that was more than once so taut that I was brought to tears. Jodie Bailey is definitely an author to follow, and I look forward to her next books.
Who are Dana and Rich? What kind of work do they do? How do they know one another? Who are Sam and Amy? Who’s property are they all at and why? All these people that keep coming to help Dana just floored me. What happens when your world comes to a halt and whom you knew yourself to be is not who you really are and because of it you lose your job???? Oh my, the reasons behind why Dana was targeted were not what I expected to read! Some were, but most were not on the ideas I had. I hope to see more of Dana and Rich in the future!
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Fatal Identity
By Jodie Bailey
Dana Santiago has ended up in the crosshairs of foreign criminals and she has no idea why. But when her loyalties are questions she finds herself without the backup she so desperately needs if she hopes to stay ahead of the people who are after her.
As a Deputy US Marshal, she’s used to danger helping witnesses get into WitSec but now she has to rely on the help of Alex Richardson when she is targeted at her partner’s wedding. Alex or Rich to his friends knows he has to do all he can to keep Dana safe.
But why she’s been targeted makes no sense. When danger follows them they need to go to the beginning of the story – Dana’s past and her buried memories. But will uncovering the truth help or will it further cast doubts on her loyalty?
Fatal Identity is clean page-turning suspense. This book can easily be read as a weekend escape and to be a pleasant diversion from the everyday. Jodie Bailey pens characters that one can connect with and enjoy getting to know. This book can easily be read as a standalone though references in the book hint at previous books in which secondary characters were featured. Sit back and enjoy.
I was provided a complimentary copy of this book with no expectations but offering my honest opinion. All thoughts expressed are my own.
Dana Santiago is a deputy US Marshal stationed in Atlanta. She has spent some time in the field but was now working the cyber side. Being in Mountain Springs, NC for her partner’s wedding has left her a bit at loose ends. She’s a workaholic and these days spent here instead of at work don’t feel right. During the wedding reception Dana decides to skip outside to avoid the traditional bouquet toss to the single women present. She notices someone by her rental car, maybe leaving something underneath it. As she goes to investigate she is grabbed from behind, incapacitated and taken to the assailant’s car. Fortunately Alex “Rich” Richardson walked outside and noticed the struggle. Saved! Dana has no idea why anyone would want to kidnap her. Since the men trying to abduct her got away Rich named himself her bodyguard. Good thing since there were other attempts. But why?
Alex “Rich” Richardson is a police officer in Mountain Springs, NC but he is also ex-special forces. He was injured in an op gone wrong and he left the military. After that he lost his fiancee to violence. He failed to save her. Rich vowed to never fail to protect again. When he saw Dana Santiago being taken toward an open trunk of a car he knew he had to save her. Spending time with Dana during the pre-wedding festivities had been pleasant. She seemed closed off though. Not that he wasn’t rather closed off himself. Taking on the responsibility of guarding Dana felt right. As he spent more time with her the ice around his heart started to melt. They just needed to close out this dangerous situation to see where things could go.
Fatal Identity by Jodie Bailey is a fascinating suspense story. The two main characters, Dana and Rich, are super dedicated to their jobs and can’t seem to find much time to socialize. I liked how they both finally realized that there’s room for more than work in their lives. Rich opens his heart and trusts that God does have a plan for him and Dana. Dana is floored by the truth of who she really is. She comes to realize also God’s plan is right. This was an enjoyable read and I look forward to more stories by Jodie Bailey.
Fatal Identity
Jodie Bailey
An Inspirational romance Suspense that will have you hooked right off. I did not want to put it down. I loved all of it. The characters are well developed. Marshall Dana is in trouble right off the start. Police officer Alex trying to save her. This story is full of action and suspense from the start. Who would come after Dana and why? Can Alex save her? The two must work together to find out why anyone is going to lengths to get to Dana.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book , but was not told that i had to give a positive review. All opinions are my own.
‘Her life could not end this way.’
I am a fan of Jodie Bailey’s inspirational romantic suspense books and have been for quite some time. So I was happy to read a new book by her. This one hit the ground running and never let up once. I love every minute of it. Deputy US Marshall Dana Santiago walks out into the night for a breath of air after attending her partner’s wedding and two men attack her. The fast action of police officer Alex Richardson manages to save her by a hair. Now comes the hard part: figuring out why someone wants her dead and who wants it that badly. Things escalate quickly from here as ‘Rich’ and Dana try to stay ahead of the murderous thugs bent on destroying her.
I love suspense and Bailey has done this very well indeed. Never a moment is wasted in this story as it raced along pouring out pure adrenaline in its wake. She packs a powerful spiritual message here, too, one that really ministered to me. Her very best work, in this reader’s opinion. I loved every single minute.
*My thanks to the publisher and author for a copy of this book. The opinion in this review is entirely my own.