Everyone has a secret. Some are worth killing for…some are worth dying for… trust.
Callie Harper not only wants justice for her stepfather, she also wants to protect her family. Staying close to Flynn seems like the smart option, until she starts to fall for the man who could hurt everyone she loves.
The lines between good and bad, guilty and innocent, are blurred. Callie and Flynn quickly realize their search for the truth could take them somewhere they don’t want to go…if they can stay alive long enough to get there.
Don’t miss this thrilling romantic suspense from #1 New York Times Bestselling Author Barbara Freethy!
Also Available in the FBI Series:
Perilous Trust #1
Reckless Whisper #2
Desperate Play #3
Elusive Promise #4
Dangerous Choice #5
Ruthless Cross #6
What the readers are saying about RUTHLESS CROSS …
”Count on Freethy to thrill your socks off, while running away with your heart. RUTHLESS CROSS had me holding my breath and biting my nails as I sat on the edge of my seat. Caught in an epic battle of good versus evil, two strangers risk everything to get to the truth.” Isha C
“RUTHLESS CROSS is another adrenaline-filled story, with well written and developed characters, Barbara Freethy is a master of her craft!” Booklovers Anonymous
“RUTHLESS CROSS is an adrenaline-fueled story taking place in the art world that will totally engage the reader’s interest as FBI agent Flynn investigates the death of an old friend and former mentor, Federal Judge Arthur Corbyn. This is a book you won’t want to put down until the very end.” Jane – Goodreads
“RUTHLESS CROSS is yet another romantic suspense from Barbara Freethy that I had to read cover to cover in one sitting! From the first line, Ms. Freethy takes readers on a fast-paced tale of murder, old secrets and priceless art.I can’t wait for Savannah’s story!” Pam
“Barbara Freethy writes a beautiful, edge of the seat story, full of intrigue, mystery and romance. This is my favorite FBI series! Can’t wait to read the next book!” Christine
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Ms. Freethy has written another suspense-filled nail biter. Ruthless Cross had me reading well into the middle of the night. I couldn’t put it down. Ms. Freethy’s talent for character and plot development is amazing!
Ruthless Cross can be read as a stand alone, but you won’t want to miss the first 5 books in this great series. Each book tells the story of one of the friends who trained together at Quantico. I recommend Ruthless Cross and the whole Off the Grid: FBI Series. I am looking forward to reading Book 7 in the series.
This is one of my top favorite series of Barbara’s and this book lives up to that. As always, I was instantly pulled into the book and didn’t want to put it down. (I may have gone to work sleep deprived for a couple of days ) It has the perfect mix of mystery, suspense and romance. Flynn and Callie may come together at first due to a horrible tragedy, but they have such a connection that jumps off the pages. I loved getting to catch up with the rest of the gang in the series. I’m looking forward to more books to come from this series. If you haven’t started the series yet, definitely get it today.
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Readers Copy of this book.
RUTHLESS.CROSS……Barbara .Freethy
Judge Aurther had been a father figure for him, when he called and asked for a favor Flynn came, having a bad feeling about it. It was a sensitive sticky situation the Judge told him. His date Savannah was a loyal and trusted person and they worked well together. . A scream, murder had happened, and security cameras had been hacked. The exhibit was opening in the grand hall, guests were mingling. Was the killer still among them.
A good flowing plot, that gives one an eye view of what’s going on. It is filled with deceit, lies, power, with plenty of twists, to the end. Another story, with great characters of Flynn, Savannah and Callie.
Given ARC for my voluntary review and honest opinion.
Ruthless Cross is the latest in Barbara Freethy’s Off the Grid: FBI series.
I received an advance copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Note: this review contains spoilers!
Everyone has secrets: I started dyeing my hair when I was 40. Some can be harmless. Who cares if I dye my hair? But others can be deadly! Did you cheat on your wife, steal, copy someone’s work, sold stollen goods? Those are the things that can get you killed. They got Arthur killed, sent his wife to the psych ward, and had his stepdaughter kidnapped by the killer!
This is another mostly fast paced, action filled book that keeps you reading even after your bedtime. The characters are complex and interesting. By opening up to each other, they learn more about themselves.
If you have read the rest of the FBI series, then this is a diffident read!
I hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
Barbara Freethy is a master at romantic suspense, and she has another winner with Ruthless Cross. Flynn Mackenzie and Callie Harper have both lost people they’ve loved, been let down by those they trusted, and never give love a chance because it’s safer to walk away than to risk being hurt. Then they are thrown together with the murder of Callie’s stepfather, who has been a mentor and friend to Flynn. There are twists and turns, more questions than answers, plenty of suspense, and a chemistry between Flynn and Callie that neither expected. This is a wonderful story of disappointment, mystery, family relations, trust, and love. I’m very excited this series is continuing. This book can be read as a stand-alone, but for me, it was a fun way to reconnect with some of the characters in previous books in the series. I would also add that, while the same characters appear in the books in the series, they can be read in any order.
This FBI series is at the top of my Freethy list of outstanding reads. The newest book is no exception. In this thriller, we have a serial killer, mystery, abandonment issues, insanity and romance. You will need to read this one to figure out the order and “who done it”. Add this to your TBR list, no disappointment here.
Another great romantic suspense story from Barbara Freethy. A friend recommended I read her books years ago, and I’ve been thankful she did ever since! This is the 6th book in her Off the Grid FBI Series, each having a main character that met in training in Quantico. Now many of them work together on Flynn MacKenzie’s special task force, and this is his story & that of the lovely chef he falls for, Callie. Of course she & her mother start out as suspects in a murder, as the step-daughter & new wife of Arthur, the victim & old friend of Flynn’s. Arthur is killed before telling Flynn why he reached out to him for help, and Flynn & Callie must reluctantly work together to solve the mystery of his death. Lots of twists & turns in this one making for a great story.
Ruthless Cross continues the FBI Off The Grid Series with another great adventure !
This time is Flynn .. Flynn has been exposed to the art world both legal and illegal since he was a kid. His dad is an art thief who left him and his mom years ago to avoid prison.
Callie has been taking care of her mom since she was a little girl. When he’d mothers new husband is murdered at an art gallery, her mother is the first suspect !
Callie and Flynn stay close together during the investigation, attracted to but not necessarily trusting each other. Theft, murder, secrets , exploring the past and present only add to the adrenaline rush, that only Barbara Freethy can write !
Loved this book a great read and I think the best one in the series. Couldn’t put it down.
This was a awesome book that kept me engaged from the very first page.When Arthur the judge is killed at a art opening.Finn and Callie meet when Finn begins to investigate . Both are trying to help each other and at the same time doubt each other.They are even trying to stay alive themselves . Very suspenseful you won’t be able to put this down
Wow! This is such a great book!
I loved reading it! It’s a compelling, suspenseful & moving romance.
Flynn Callie, are wonderful together.
It’s well-written & has amazingly developed characters with some intense & incredible scenes. The story is full of twists & turns.
It will draw you in from the first pages
& keeps you guessing till last page
MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!
Wonderful suspense filled murder mystery in the high priced art world. Flynn and his FBI team are investigating the murder of his longtime friend and mentor Arthur. Callie is Arthur’s stepdaughter and a witness to his murder. Arthur called Flynn to help him with a problem but didn’t live to tell him what it was.
Callie and Flynn are drawn to each other and their romance is pretty epic. This book is quite a page turner. I loved it.
Another wonderful addition to Barbara Freethy’s FBI series. I loved it! Intrigue, suspense, action romance….it was GREAT! The series is best read in order to be able to follow what happens to the characters, but well worth reading them all. I highly recommend!
Yet another romantic suspense from Barbara Freethy that I had to read cover to cover in one sitting! From the first line, Ms. Freethy takes readers on a fast paced tale of murder, old secrets & priceless art. FBI agent Flynn MacKenzie has to investigate the death of an old friend. Callie Harper is the victim’s stepdaughter & is very protective of her mother who has some issues with depression. As they try to figure out who the murderer is, an intense chemistry begins to grow between them. Can they solve this mystery before someone else dies? Will Callie & Flynn give into their feelings? Can they live with the secrets that are revealed?
Callie & Flynn come into this story with plenty of baggage from their past & it seems to make them each more approachable. They have chosen to live their lives in different ways but yet manage to find their common ground. Ms. Freethy manages to craft damaged characters that enhance each other’s strengths & find a way to their HEA. The is fast paced plot was filled with enough twists, turns & suspects to keep the reader guessing until the end. I can’t wait for Savannah’s story!