It’s the intel every agent fears–terrorists have been smuggled into the country, intent on unleashing the most deadly attack since 9/11. With the threat imminent, FBI Agent Kiley Dawson and ICE Agent Evan Bowers are charged with taking down this terrorist cell. The only problem is Kiley blames Evan for the death of her former partner, and she can barely be in a room with him. But with millions … millions of lives on the line, she has no choice.
If it wasn’t for a bad call Evan made, Kiley’s former partner would still be alive, and Evan has to live with that guilt for the rest of his life. When he starts falling for her, the agent’s death seems an impossible obstacle–but it’s also the last thing he needs to think about. As the terrorist plot targets Kiley’s family, the two are pushed to the breaking point in a race to save countless lives.
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“Exposed. Kiley felt exposed. Standing there. In the dark. Waiting. Waiting.”
And with that, we’re off to another explosive installment to the Homeland Heroes series! Smuggled terrorists, a threat bigger than 9/11, and a race against time is what FBI agent Kiley Dawson and her team face in this fast-paced suspense novel. She also must face ICE agent Evan Bowers, the very man she blamed for the death of her former partner years ago. But when the truth comes out, can she also fight the attraction that’s been under the surface? Only time will tell if she can stop both the threat against the country & her heart.
Sleeman has a way with words that makes my heart race when reading her suspense novels. She keeps up the pace with each new development the FBI RED team uncovers & the list of suspects grows. You never know who’s really behind it all until the very end, and even then she still surprised me! That’s a good writer to me, one that can keep you guessing throughout the book. I also love the camaraderie between each team member and how they worked well together. It’s like they can read each other’s minds and their skills mesh perfectly to get the job done. Kiley made a great leader! I like her ability to stay calm when things got tense and kept a sharp focus in spite of her emotions trying to sway her. It was a struggle for her at times, but that’s when the team really came together to help. I also loved the moment she was able to forgive Evan & her misconceptions shattered when the truth about the day her partner was killed came out. It freed her heart to love again, and Evan was SO worth the wait. These two were meant to be, in my mind!
I truly enjoyed “Minutes to Die” ; it’s everything I love in a romantic suspense. The pacing was perfect, the romantic angst was balanced with the high octane adrenaline of the suspense, and the conclusion was a surprise to me. It kept me on my toes and reading far into the night. Sleeman is a top suspense writer for me and a highly recommended author for lovers of this genre!
*I received a complimentary copy from Bethany House through Netgalley and was not obligated to leave a favorable review. All opinions are my own. *
Edge of your seat suspense:
Wow, what a action packed and suspenseful book! It drew me in from the very beginning and I thought the pacing was excellent. The investigation was complex yet it evolved and was shared in such a way that you are able to track along with them. It was frighteningly realistic and had me frantically turning the pages to find out what would happen next.
I enjoyed the mystery and suspense but there was also a touching personal side to the story. Kiley and Evan used to work together years ago yet there are hard feelings between them. Tensions run high now that they are suddenly thrust back together to work on an imminent threat. I was so glad that they were able to work through their respective issues and find forgiveness and ultimately love. I really liked that unlike in the previous book, this time I could really feel a connection to the characters. They seemed real and authentic and I could also feel the energy and chemistry that existed between them. Furthermore I loved the reminder to let go of our fears and rather rest and trust on God’s promises.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.
FBI Agent Kiley Dawson learns from her confidential informant that there is a big threat on the United States. But she is unable to learn more. Her other elite team members add their expertise. But they need help from ICE Agent Evan Bowers. The problem is that Kiley DOES NOT think she can ever work with Evan again. She blames him for an incident that happened as a part of another team. She is not sure she can forgive him.
This book’s positive traits: teamwork, learning to use strengths, working together. Sean, Mac, Cam and Kiley definitely have each other’s backs. I liked the fact that Evan was willing to work with them no matter what. The mystery itself was interesting. How the terrorists arrived into the country was a bit scary. All of the levels that they went to on behalf of destruction was also scary. And everything that the team had to do to determine the solution required a lot of involvement. The result was the reader felt a bit frantic with them. I liked the fact that there was resolution in some of the relationships by the end of the book.
Negatives:. Occasionally this team acts rather elitist – they expect all other law enforcement officials to help them immediately. But they do not always seem to be team players or aren’t willing to disclose their own
knowledge.. Some of that was due to clearance levels, but occasionally this attitude got annoying.
They all worked SO hard that they rarely slept. I can’t figure out how realistic that type of devotion really is for days on end.
Overall I did like this second book in the Homeland Heroes series. I do look forward to reading book three. My final rating is 4.6 stars. Thank you to NetGalley and Bethany House Publishers for letting me read an early copy. I wanted to review the book, and all opinions are my own.
‘Evan grabbed a rifle as a spark of adrenalin lit in his body. He willed himself to calm down, but the fire sizzled like ignited detcord.’
The elite FBI Red Team has intel that terrorists have been smuggled into the country and are planning an event that will far surpass 9/11. Kiley Dawson heads this mission and must work with ICE Agent Evan Bowers, a man she holds responsible for the death of a fellow agent years ago. Can she set aside these feelings to work with Bowe3rs and prevent this tragedy?
Once again Susan Sleeman proves she just cannot write a bad book. Quite the contrary. From the first few sentences to the riveting climax, this book is pure high-octane suspense. Guaranteed to set your nerves and senses on high alert, Sleeman’s writing is pure adrenalin to the system of her readers.
When you read a Susan Sleeman book, you don’t just read a terrific book with great characters and and plot, you get an education. She researches police procedures and weaponry to a tee and it brings even more depth to the story. I absolutely love this aspect of her books! Sleeman is a go-to author for me without even reading the synopsis. If her name is on it, I’ll read it. Every time. Highly recommended.
*My thanks to Bethany House Publishers for a copy of this book via Net Galley. The opinions in this review are entirely my own.
Sleesman has written another awesome can’t put down book that will make you sit on the edge of your seat to see what happens next!
Another reason I liked this story so well was that it raised a few hairs on the back of my neck in some places.
Certain things happen in life that are often out of control and the only thing that we can do is make it right the best way we know how.
I appreciate the way the teams work together and how they respect each other to make things happen.
Great characters and an awesome plot with some pretty cool twits and turns that I didn’t see coming. I love surprises like that. I finished the book in one afternoon.
I enjoyed getting to know Kiley and Evan and thought they made an awesome team.
This book deserves 5 stars and more.
My thanks to Netgalley for an awesome read! I highly recommend this book for people who like this genre. It’s awesome!
I was NOT required to write a positive review and all opinions are my own.