Explosive Situation by Terri Reed

Explosive Situation by Terri Reed ISBN-13: 9781335402905 Paperback: 224 pages Publisher: Love Inspired Suspense Released: July 7th 2020

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from NetGalley:
Detective Henry Roarke’s determined to prove his innocence to internal affairs officer Olivia Vance—but first he must survive the bomber targeting him and his bomb-sniffing K-9, Cody. With a coming baby to protect and an investigation to pursue, Olivia has her hands full…until she becomes a target, as well. Can they catch the bomber before they all lose their lives?


My Review:
Explosive Situation is a Christian romantic suspense novel. It's the fourth book in a series, but each novel can be read as a stand alone. Detective Henry has been accused of using excessive force when arresting a young man, and Olivia is the officer assigned to investigate the charges. During their initial interview, Henry gets a text warning of a bomb about to detonate near his sister. He puts family first and jeopardizes his career by cutting the interview short and taking his bomb sniffing dog into action when he's supposed to stay at the office. Before long, Olivia's also targeted in an attempt to force her to find Henry guilty. It appears that Henry is being set up, but can they determine who and why before someone is killed?

The suspense stayed high as new threats against Henry, his sister, and Olivia kept coming one after another. The characters reacted realistically to events and were likable. Henry and Olivia quickly came to admire the others character and personality (as well as their looks). Henry was good at his job and concerned about Olivia's safety, but he respected her competence. Olivia didn't want to be coddled but was sensible enough to accept protection and backup when needed. Henry built Olivia up with his words even though it was her job to investigate him. They were a good match.

The characters briefly talked about trusting God to keep loved ones safe. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this exciting suspense.


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