Someone wants her family secrets buried He’s her only chance to survive Andrea Wheaton thought her parents’ tragic deaths were accidental–until she’s attacked during a burglary at their home. Now she’s also being targeted. Her ex-sweetheart Sheriff Deputy Bryce Caldwell insists on protecting her, though she refuses to trust him again. But with a killer closing in, can she and Bryce uncover her … and Bryce uncover her family’s secrets before it’s too late for them both?
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Lethal Legacy was a great story! There were so many suspenseful situations that involved a lot of danger for the main character, Andrea. I was holding my breath through one of them, especially, as I read on to see how she was going to get out of it.
I thought the romance in this novel was really nicely written. I loved that Bryce and Andrea were in love as teens. It added lots of tension to portions of the story as they tried to determine if a neighborly friendship was possible between the two of them.
I had a lot of fun reading this book and enjoyed it from start to finish. It is part of a series, yet can easily be read as a stand alone novel.
I received a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
After the death of her parents, Andrea/Andi
Wheaton leaves her condo, parents home and
work in Atlanta to spend some time in a cabin
located in Murphy, North Carolina. Her father
and Andi spent time in this cabin when she was
younger. After arriving there she notices her
father’s office has been trashed. Who would
have broken into the cabin? What were they
searching for? Was there more to her parents
death than meets the eye? Why as she run off
the road? What secret could her father have
hidden?
The only security Andi feels is with a former
friend, Bryce Caldwell. He is a sheriff deputy with
the Cherokee County Sheriff Office in Murphy.
They had a history back when they were teenagers
but he had hurt her badly. Both experienced bad
relationships after that leaving them both with a
fear to love again.
The characters were well developed,very realistic
with a variety of an interesting supporting cast.
The tension was thick with plenty of drama, intrigue,
suspense and mystery with plenty of twists and turns.
Romance and inspirational reference push there way
throughout the story.
The story is so well written you will feel as is you are
in the midst of the action. A real page turner!!
I volunteered to read Lethal Legacy. Thanks to the
author for the opportunity. My opinion is my own.
Lethal Legacy is another fast-paced suspense novel by Carol J. Post that should keep most readers turning those pages and annoyed by any interruption. As the frequency of danger and unexplained accidents increases, the long buried connection between Andrea and Sheriff Deputy Bryce Caldwell pushes its way to the surface, demanding another look at their relationship.
Once again I found myself buried in an excellent story by this author who has a talent for writing captivating suspense. Great character development and vivid details kept the story believable. Every time it looked like the characters could take a breather, something else would happen. There was a good list of possible people who had reason to want Andrea injured or even dead but my guesses at a possible suspect changed as the tale progressed. A few plot twists and surprises along the way and an unobtrusive Christian message combined to make this an enjoyable read. If you have not read a Carol J. Post novel, Lethal Legacy might be a good place to start.
I voluntarily reviewed a digital copy of this book provided by the author. A favorable review was not required. All views expressed are my own.
The author has really done an exceptional job of writing a story that is intense and delivers an intriguing plot. I liked Andi right away. She is smart and very determined. When a tragedy happens, Andi finds herself coming back to a special place that holds memories. I loved reading about the house that Andi holds close to her heart. She feels a bit nostalgic as she decides what to do with the place.
Bryce is very easy to like. He is compassionate and I think when he sees Andi again, he can feel those emotions rising in himself. He has never forgotten her even after twelve years. When danger surrounds Andi, Bryce steps up to protect her. Why is someone trying to hurt Andi? The house and land she inherited seems to pique someone’s interest. Is there something valuable on the land that is worth killing for?
The story keeps at a fast pace with unexplained accidents and danger lurking everywhere. I was very impressed with the mystery surrounding her father and wanted to encourage Andi not to give up. I liked reading about the relationship that Andi and Bryce once had. Can they rekindle their romance? Bryce has his hands full trying to keep Andi safe as someone is desperate to get her off her land. Andi’s dad has left subtle hints for her to find that will help her unravel the mystery that could save her life. Can she and Bryce stay one step ahead of the people who want to harm her? With danger around every corner will they trust God to keep them safe? This is one story you don’t want to miss.
I received a copy of this book from the author. The review is my own opinion.
her parents where killed in a wreck a week ago, she is back to rest and think about what to do, he broke up with her a long time ago but now she is back and in danger, someone is out to hurt her and them trying to kill her. why, love the story it is a page turning story I could not put it down
Lethal Legacy, by Carol J. Post, brings readers to Murphy, North Carolina where we find Andrea, a high powered exec from Atlanta, on her way to check out the family cabin she inherited with her parents’ untimely deaths. Upon arrival, she finds way more than she has bargained for. Break-ins, car crashes, fire and so much more. What had her father been involved in that Andi’s own life is in danger? Who wants the cabin property so much they are willing to murder for it? Vengeful neighbors? Business partners? Random strangers? This author knows how to write fast-paced suspense, stories that keep the reader on the edge of the seat wondering what is coming next. And, yes, there is romance. Andi’s first love from her teen years lives next door. Bryce is honorable, helpful, and handsome and yet Andi’s hurts and scars run deep. Will she be able to open her heart to reconcile their relationship? And with the suspense and romance, the author has woven a subtle thread of faith that reminds readers God is not only with them for comfort and protection but for wisdom and guidance as well. If you love exciting and suspenseful mysteries, Lethal Legacy will keep you reading until the very last page.
I received a complimentary copy of the book from the author. A review was not required and the opinions are my own.
Lethal Legacy opens with Andrea Wheaton experiencing a home invasion at the family holiday home, which she’s visiting following the death of both parents in a car accident. It soon becomes apparent that the evildoers are looking for something … and they’ll be back.
Bryce Caldwell, next-door neighbour and high-school sweetheart finds her, and her trashed house. It soon becomes apparent that Andi’s father had some secrets, which raises an obvious question: was the car wreck which killed him and Andi’s mother an accident or something more sinister?
Andi is sure it was no accident, which means she needs to find out the why—no matter how painful that might be for her personally. But she’s not expecting other people to be searching around the property as well, to the point where she might be in danger.
Lethal Legacy is published by Love Inspired Suspense, which means it’s an almost-perfect blend of romance and suspense (well, assuming you’re a romantic suspense fan like I am). It’s also a quick read, with all the focus on Andi and Bryce as they try to stay safe … and explore their feelings for each other.
Yes, I’m a big romantic suspense fan, and Lethal Legacy ticked all the genre boxes, as well as strong writing (no less than I’d expect from Carol J Post), page-turning action, and a Christian thread that enhanced the story without being preachy. Recommended for romantic suspense fans.
Thanks to the author for providing a free ebook for review.
Confident, determined, Andrea escapes to a family cabin in Murphy, NC to catch her breath and grieve the lost of both of her parents who died in a recent car accident. But someone has broken into the cabin, and attacks Andrea as she comes through the door. Her neighbor and former boyfriend, Bryce, comes to her rescue. At first it seems like a petty break-in, but a cryptic note from Andrea’s father, and continued attacks on Andrea, has Bryce and Andrea considering the possibility that Andrea’s beloved father had a serious secret! Could the death of Andrea’s parents have been murder? Whatever the secret is there is someone who wants to make sure Andrea doesn’t live to reveal it!
Another clean, entertaining, fast paced, romantic suspense story by Carol J. Post. This is the second book in the Murphy, NC series. Characters Tanner and Paige, from book one, Fatal Recall, make an appearance. Readers will enjoy the adventure, light faith and romantic elements, and devoted labrador, Cooper. I was given the opportunity to read this book by the author.
Post does it again. Whenever I pick up one of her books I know it’s going to one of a kind. I also know I will be hard pressed to stop reading once I start. I always feel like I would gladly be friends with her characters and enjoy getting to know them along the way. They are far from perfect, and that just makes them all the more relatable. In this book we follow Andrea and Bryce as they fight to keep her alive.
The last thing Andrea wanted to do was run into her childhood sweetheart. He broke her heart all those years ago, and she still can’t seem to forgive him. Granted they both moved on with their lives, but seeing him just brings it all back. Unfortunately for her, he’s not going anywhere. The threats against her life are serious, and she would be stupid to turn down his help. Can they see beyond their past to what the future could hold before it’s too late?
I would recommend this book to anyone who enjoys Suspense. Post keeps me turning the pages, and trying to guess what could happen next. Of course I’m always taken by surprise and love every minute of it. Their faith is subtly woven in through out the story, and I enjoyed seeing their strength. I received a complimentary copy of this book and was in no way forced to post a review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Lethal Legacy was a fast paced mystery that moved along quickly. The book hits the ground running with action happening almost immediately. I welcomed that approach to the telling of the story—it helped to capture my attention instantly when I started the book and quickly engaged the curious part of my mind.
I enjoyed both of the main characters of the book. Andrea is a strong, independent woman who has worked hard to get to where she is in life, but comes to realize where she is might not really be the desire of her heart. Bryce is a strong, but sweet protector who’s learned some painful things from past mistakes. I appreciated the redemption of their relationship. That being said, the character growth seems to happen fairly quickly in the story and there’s not as much time to delve as deeply into the characters as I would have liked. I think I would have enjoyed getting to know them even better if there had been time for that.
Overall, I found Lethal Legacy to be a fun, fast paced mystery with a healthy dose of romance. If you’re in the mood for a quick, light read with a mystery at the forefront, Lethal Legacy would be a good choice for you.
**I received a copy of this book from the author. All opinions are my own.
Carol’s books always have a lot of action, character development and a great story line. I know when I read the first chapter that I will be hooked and have a hard time putting the book down! That is certainly the case with this current book! Each book in this series can be read as a standalone because the author doesn’t “leave anything undone” in a book that you wouldn’t know what was happening from book to book! Bryce is a law enforcement officer in Murphy, NC and his “lost love” was Andrea Wheaton (who was also a neighbor growing up) so imagine his surprise when he sees the lights on at the house where she used to live, one night when he’s coming home from getting off duty! He’s always kept an eye on the place since her parent live in Atlanta and Andrea (Andi) has long since moved away. He goes over to check it out only to discover that Andi has just been attacked and her parents recently died in a car accident! So the story begins! Things escalate from there with Andi being targeted constantly so they both know something is going on and they work together to find out what that is. It’ll keep you turning the pages, I can promise you! Something had happened to break them up when they were teenagers and Andi can’t get over that so it’s enjoyable to see how they work through that to get back together. Andi has had a LOT of heartbreak in her life and I could certainly identify with her having a hard time trying to make decisions. I heartily recommend this book to anyone!
I received this book complimentarily from the author but was under no obligation to provide a review. These opinions are my own.
Lethal Legacy is another winner by Carol J. Post. Welcome by to Murphy, NC and catch up on characters (old friends) from previous books in the series. Remember, they can be read as a stand alone. Andrea’s parents are killed in a car accident and she returns to Murphy, NC to the house that had been in the family for several generations. A place that held happy memories of times spent with her father. Her neighbor Bryce is her first love from when they were teens. He’s now a Sheriff’s Deputy which does come in handy when Andi’s home is ransacked, torched, and attempts on her life are taken. Then there is Cooper, Bryce’s dog who is still in training – enough said about Cooper.
I received this book from the author and all opinions in this review are my own. I’ve read other books by Carol J. Post and haven’t been disappointed in any of them. Fast paced, action, romance, characters that you will like and a few you won’t (after all-they are the bad guys). Surprises to catch your attention, accidents, and did I mention romance? In case you can’t tell – I enjoyed this book. Highly recommend Lethal Legacy and any other books by Carol J. Post. She quickly became one of my favorite authors.