I am reading the whole series and loved reading them all
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cat02
3 years ago
I’ve read 6 of this authors books and enjoyed all of them looking forward to reading more they are hard to put down once you start reading. Great characters & believable story line.
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linda3oktex1
3 years ago
Oh my goodness! I loved this story!! Loved all the characters, especially the sheriff! That he was falling in love with her before he ever met her!!!! Then his determined & quiet strength & sensitivity got me! He is my kind of hero!! Have gone on to read more by this author, on my 3rd of the series & they are all wonderful but Brad is still my favorite!!
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riarestrepo
3 years ago
In Flash Point, Diane Benefiel has written another gripping romantic suspense novel that is impossible to put down.
After inheriting her beloved grandfather’s cabin resort in the High Sierras, Emma Kincaid is looking for a fresh start. She has always loved the rustic, lakeside haven filled with fond memories. But getting the business running again is far more challenging than she ever anticipated. From arson to vandalism, Emma faces down one obstacle after another—all while trying to avoid the town’s handsome and attentive police chief.
Brad Gallagher has been drawn to Emma since the first time he saw her in a picture on her grandfather’s desk. He knows much more about her than she realizes, but longs to get better acquainted after meeting her in person. Unfortunately, she has an obvious aversion to police officers—the source of which he’s determined to uncover. The threats against her and her business only increase his desire to stay close to her. Can he keep her safe and capture her heart?
Emma has every reason to despise policemen, but her attraction to Brad is undeniable. Even so, she’s a strong, independent woman resolved to keep her distant from the swoon-worthy police chief. However, Brad is as stubborn as he is honorable, breaking down her resistance one steamy encounter after another. The powder keg threatening Emma increases the stakes to nail-biting levels. Danger may force them together, but the cause might ultimately keep them apart.
Diane Benefiel masterfully writes compelling characters in pulse-pounding situations. The chemistry between her heroes and heroines is irresistible and incendiary. She creates intense situations for her characters to overcome that keep readers up late into to the night to see happens next.
Flash Point is the first in a series featuring the quaint town of Hangman’s Loss. While Emma and Brad are the main focus of Flash Point, a couple potential romances are brewing amongst the secondary characters. Personally, I can’t wait to see what happens next. Flash Point is a standalone without a cliffhanger ending, but I hope we get glimpses of Emma and Brad again in future High Sierras novels.
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cb
3 years ago
Sometimes you have to take a leap of faith and trust in your gutt. Emma, new transplant to Hangman’s Loss after inheriting property and plans on distancing herself from the Law. Police Chief Bradley Gallagher makes that difficult. There is nothing not to like about him. Emma had bad experience when she was younger, so LE is not high on her list of people to trust or turn to in times of need. Their first meeting is awkward, assumptions are made and allowed to rest. Emma doesn’t really want the Sheriff in her life until there are unexplained incidents at the resort. Brad steps up and shows he is a good guy. The supporting characters add the right touch to the story. The foundation laid for the series is sound, intriguing and captures your interest. Emma and Brad are great folk that make you want to know them and wish them well. I enjoyed watching their adventure unfold. Can Brad keep Emma safe? Do they find out whose sabotaging the resort? Can Emma put down her baggage? Well done! I receivd an ARC from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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anonymous5
3 years ago
This is the first book in Ms. Benefiel’s High Sierras series. I had read one of the later books first and loved it so much I’ve gone back and started reading from the beginning. This is such a wonderful series. The book is sweet with some spicy moments sprinkled in. The storyline was intense and captured my interest right from the start. This is one of those books that you will keep reading well into the night because you won’t want to put it down. I loved reading about Brad and Emma and getting to know them. They were such strong and unique characters and with relatable and realistic qualities. Ms. Benefiel really made the story come alive with her vivid descriptions and attention to detail. I really enjoyed this book and will certainly be reading more of her books!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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marichus
3 years ago
Emma is getting her inheritance from her grandfather, a man she loved so dearly and with whom she passed happy times.
Brad is the Police Chief in Hangman’s Loss. He is a caring, honest and loyal person and took all the people living there under his care.
I absolutely loved this book. The amount of mystery, suspense, and romance make the story one of the best I’ve read in a long time. The writing flows smoothly making me want to go on reading at all times until I finish the book. The characters are wonderful, the chemistry between them sparkling -and not only the main characters but some of the secondary ones also have sizzling chemistry going on between them. I hope we see them in the next books.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
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armynurse4
3 years ago
Emma and Brad start out rocky but eventually begin to like each other and Brad falls for her. Emma has had a bad experience with the law in the past so she does not aarm up to Bdad aasily at first. She feels like she is not good enough for him. Will he be able to convince her? This is a nice romantic mystery with a HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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avidbook
3 years ago
Good story line with some inconsistencies in the beginning that threw me off, and it took a while to get back into the book. She contacted then power company and she hoped they said they did what they said they would do and turned on the power but didn’t then the following Monday she is at the city hall and filling in paperwork and signing a check. Brad was less than honorable when he met Emma, he knew who she was and still treated her like she was trespassing and frisked her and then he wonders why she doesn’t like cops. Emma’s dislike for cops is heart breaking and as she says not really rational as a good cop saved her. The suspense surrounding the breaking, arson for Emma’s property is thrilling and I was hooked till the end. Great characters, I enjoyed the book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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debfromoz
3 years ago
I thoroughly enjoyed this book a new author for me and I quite happily read the entire series one after another While the suspense wasn’t that deep the characters where the making of the story This is a book where you really get to love the main characters and where waiting for the stories of the secondary characters
Emmaline has returned to the cabins that her grandfather owned and he has willed to her She isn’t used to small town life and the fact they they are judging her for not returning earlier when her grandfather needed her What they don’t know is that her mother was also dying at the same time and she thought she had more time for her grandfather. As the town learns the truth she is brought into the community and the one person always there seems to be Police Chief Bradley Gallagher she is attracted to him but he is a cop and everyone knows that they are not to be trusted Can Brad help Emma get over her fear of cops and when danger lurks will he be able to keep her safe.
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abooknut247
3 years ago
A great read! Emma and Brad make an amazing couple and the way that they have to fight their own demons is very impressive to watch. They finally do get together and realize that they are meant to be together, but it definitely wasn’t an easy discovery. Diane Benefiel has woven an enticing story that had me soaring through the pages.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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sheilaashley
3 years ago
Emma and Policeman Brad meet when she comes to his town to collect her inheritance from her grandfather. He is attracted to her but she does not understand why but when things start happening around her she is happy he is there. Romance with just the right amount of suspense.
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tburbr
3 years ago
3.5 Stars
The story line and character work were good. The book had a fairly smooth flow to it. This was a great series starter, however I had a hard time connecting to the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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willowwebster
3 years ago
I just finished it and can hardly wait to read more by the author. It’s full of suspense and definitely a page turner.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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tharris30
3 years ago
This is the 1st book in the High Sierras Series.
This is Emma Kincaid and Police Chief Bradley Gallaghers story.
Both have demons to overcome. Will they be able to?
Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters.
The chemistry was palatable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
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pttravelingspirit
3 years ago
Emma returns to her Grandfather’s place when she runs into Brad as he comes by to find a trespasser. Feelings and romance blooms and danger follows . Excellent start to the high Sierra series. Really enjoyed these characters and story line. Definitely recommend this book.
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karenroma
3 years ago
Flash Point is my first read by Diana Benefiel and also the first book in her High Sierras series. I enjoyed this story and found the characters engaging and interesting and the storyline was a well-developed romantic suspense, with an acceptable amount of drama and emotional issues dealing with demons from the past. I look forward to the next in the series.
“I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review”
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teresaw
3 years ago
I enjoyed this light suspense, easy to read romance in spite of a slow beginning. The characters were relatable and believable. There were a few inconsistencies that bothered me but having said that, I enjoyed it enough to purchase the other stories in the series. As my first story by this author, I look forward to seeing how the other books in this series read. Overall, I recommend this as a light easy afternoon read.
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heinserosa
3 years ago
Enjoyed the sheriff and the dialogue. Good easy read.
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eddkk
3 years ago
This was a new author for me. I enjoyed the book and will be reading other books in the series
I am reading the whole series and loved reading them all
I’ve read 6 of this authors books and enjoyed all of them looking forward to reading more they are hard to put down once you start reading. Great characters & believable story line.
Oh my goodness! I loved this story!! Loved all the characters, especially the sheriff! That he was falling in love with her before he ever met her!!!! Then his determined & quiet strength & sensitivity got me! He is my kind of hero!! Have gone on to read more by this author, on my 3rd of the series & they are all wonderful but Brad is still my favorite!!
In Flash Point, Diane Benefiel has written another gripping romantic suspense novel that is impossible to put down.
After inheriting her beloved grandfather’s cabin resort in the High Sierras, Emma Kincaid is looking for a fresh start. She has always loved the rustic, lakeside haven filled with fond memories. But getting the business running again is far more challenging than she ever anticipated. From arson to vandalism, Emma faces down one obstacle after another—all while trying to avoid the town’s handsome and attentive police chief.
Brad Gallagher has been drawn to Emma since the first time he saw her in a picture on her grandfather’s desk. He knows much more about her than she realizes, but longs to get better acquainted after meeting her in person. Unfortunately, she has an obvious aversion to police officers—the source of which he’s determined to uncover. The threats against her and her business only increase his desire to stay close to her. Can he keep her safe and capture her heart?
Emma has every reason to despise policemen, but her attraction to Brad is undeniable. Even so, she’s a strong, independent woman resolved to keep her distant from the swoon-worthy police chief. However, Brad is as stubborn as he is honorable, breaking down her resistance one steamy encounter after another. The powder keg threatening Emma increases the stakes to nail-biting levels. Danger may force them together, but the cause might ultimately keep them apart.
Diane Benefiel masterfully writes compelling characters in pulse-pounding situations. The chemistry between her heroes and heroines is irresistible and incendiary. She creates intense situations for her characters to overcome that keep readers up late into to the night to see happens next.
Flash Point is the first in a series featuring the quaint town of Hangman’s Loss. While Emma and Brad are the main focus of Flash Point, a couple potential romances are brewing amongst the secondary characters. Personally, I can’t wait to see what happens next. Flash Point is a standalone without a cliffhanger ending, but I hope we get glimpses of Emma and Brad again in future High Sierras novels.
Sometimes you have to take a leap of faith and trust in your gutt. Emma, new transplant to Hangman’s Loss after inheriting property and plans on distancing herself from the Law. Police Chief Bradley Gallagher makes that difficult. There is nothing not to like about him. Emma had bad experience when she was younger, so LE is not high on her list of people to trust or turn to in times of need. Their first meeting is awkward, assumptions are made and allowed to rest. Emma doesn’t really want the Sheriff in her life until there are unexplained incidents at the resort. Brad steps up and shows he is a good guy. The supporting characters add the right touch to the story. The foundation laid for the series is sound, intriguing and captures your interest. Emma and Brad are great folk that make you want to know them and wish them well. I enjoyed watching their adventure unfold. Can Brad keep Emma safe? Do they find out whose sabotaging the resort? Can Emma put down her baggage? Well done! I receivd an ARC from Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is the first book in Ms. Benefiel’s High Sierras series. I had read one of the later books first and loved it so much I’ve gone back and started reading from the beginning. This is such a wonderful series. The book is sweet with some spicy moments sprinkled in. The storyline was intense and captured my interest right from the start. This is one of those books that you will keep reading well into the night because you won’t want to put it down. I loved reading about Brad and Emma and getting to know them. They were such strong and unique characters and with relatable and realistic qualities. Ms. Benefiel really made the story come alive with her vivid descriptions and attention to detail. I really enjoyed this book and will certainly be reading more of her books!
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Emma is getting her inheritance from her grandfather, a man she loved so dearly and with whom she passed happy times.
Brad is the Police Chief in Hangman’s Loss. He is a caring, honest and loyal person and took all the people living there under his care.
I absolutely loved this book. The amount of mystery, suspense, and romance make the story one of the best I’ve read in a long time. The writing flows smoothly making me want to go on reading at all times until I finish the book. The characters are wonderful, the chemistry between them sparkling -and not only the main characters but some of the secondary ones also have sizzling chemistry going on between them. I hope we see them in the next books.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving a review.
Emma and Brad start out rocky but eventually begin to like each other and Brad falls for her. Emma has had a bad experience with the law in the past so she does not aarm up to Bdad aasily at first. She feels like she is not good enough for him. Will he be able to convince her? This is a nice romantic mystery with a HEA.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Good story line with some inconsistencies in the beginning that threw me off, and it took a while to get back into the book. She contacted then power company and she hoped they said they did what they said they would do and turned on the power but didn’t then the following Monday she is at the city hall and filling in paperwork and signing a check. Brad was less than honorable when he met Emma, he knew who she was and still treated her like she was trespassing and frisked her and then he wonders why she doesn’t like cops. Emma’s dislike for cops is heart breaking and as she says not really rational as a good cop saved her. The suspense surrounding the breaking, arson for Emma’s property is thrilling and I was hooked till the end. Great characters, I enjoyed the book.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I thoroughly enjoyed this book a new author for me and I quite happily read the entire series one after another While the suspense wasn’t that deep the characters where the making of the story This is a book where you really get to love the main characters and where waiting for the stories of the secondary characters
Emmaline has returned to the cabins that her grandfather owned and he has willed to her She isn’t used to small town life and the fact they they are judging her for not returning earlier when her grandfather needed her What they don’t know is that her mother was also dying at the same time and she thought she had more time for her grandfather. As the town learns the truth she is brought into the community and the one person always there seems to be Police Chief Bradley Gallagher she is attracted to him but he is a cop and everyone knows that they are not to be trusted Can Brad help Emma get over her fear of cops and when danger lurks will he be able to keep her safe.
A great read! Emma and Brad make an amazing couple and the way that they have to fight their own demons is very impressive to watch. They finally do get together and realize that they are meant to be together, but it definitely wasn’t an easy discovery. Diane Benefiel has woven an enticing story that had me soaring through the pages.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Emma and Policeman Brad meet when she comes to his town to collect her inheritance from her grandfather. He is attracted to her but she does not understand why but when things start happening around her she is happy he is there. Romance with just the right amount of suspense.
3.5 Stars
The story line and character work were good. The book had a fairly smooth flow to it. This was a great series starter, however I had a hard time connecting to the characters.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I just finished it and can hardly wait to read more by the author. It’s full of suspense and definitely a page turner.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This is the 1st book in the High Sierras Series.
This is Emma Kincaid and Police Chief Bradley Gallaghers story.
Both have demons to overcome. Will they be able to?
Wonderfully written with strong, intriguing characters.
The chemistry was palatable.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Emma returns to her Grandfather’s place when she runs into Brad as he comes by to find a trespasser. Feelings and romance blooms and danger follows . Excellent start to the high Sierra series. Really enjoyed these characters and story line. Definitely recommend this book.
Flash Point is my first read by Diana Benefiel and also the first book in her High Sierras series. I enjoyed this story and found the characters engaging and interesting and the storyline was a well-developed romantic suspense, with an acceptable amount of drama and emotional issues dealing with demons from the past. I look forward to the next in the series.
“I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review”
I enjoyed this light suspense, easy to read romance in spite of a slow beginning. The characters were relatable and believable. There were a few inconsistencies that bothered me but having said that, I enjoyed it enough to purchase the other stories in the series. As my first story by this author, I look forward to seeing how the other books in this series read. Overall, I recommend this as a light easy afternoon read.
Enjoyed the sheriff and the dialogue. Good easy read.
This was a new author for me. I enjoyed the book and will be reading other books in the series