Deadly Revenge by Patricia Bradley

Deadly Revenge
by Patricia Bradley

ISBN-13: 9780800741648
Paperback: 400 pages
Publisher: Revell
Released: November 1, 2024

Source: ebook review copy from the publisher through NetGalley.

Book Description, Modified from Goodreads:
Deputy Jenna Hart has only been working in her sleepy hometown of Pearl Springs for seven months when former city officials begin to be targeted by a killer. Twenty years ago, the construction of a dam caused people to lose their land to eminent domain. That wound has not healed with time, and someone bearing a grudge is clearly set on revenge. With the former mayor of Pearl Springs now running for the US Senate, they need backup to ensure his protection.

Agent Maxwell Anderson and Jenna used to work together in the Chattanooga Police Department, and there was even a smoldering fire of attraction. Now they team up to track down the killer before a big political rally that promises to bring not only the former mayor into the crosshairs but hundreds of civilians as well.

As the sparks of romance reignite and the threads of the investigation get tangled when another suspect comes into play, Jenna and Max will have to draw on all of their skills to stay alive and prevent the wave of disaster poised to hit the community of Pearl Springs. The question is, can either of them fully trust that the other has their back?


My Review:
Deadly Revenge is a Christian romantic suspense. It's the 3rd book in the series but works as a standalone. Jenna discovered that her ex-boyfriend is a dirty cop involved in drug trafficking, but she's unable to prove it. He discredited her, so she moved to work as a deputy in Pearl Springs. Unfortunately, the gang-leader she was able to take down and her ex are now active in this community and work to make people question her judgment here as well.

State police officer Maxwell's tasked with protecting the former mayor during a political rally. The threating letter he received may be connected with the series of murders that Jenna's investigating. Maxwell admired her after working with her in the past, but he questioned if her mind was playing tricks on her due to PTSD. Despite this doubt, they worked well together in solving the cases.

The murder mystery was a clue-based puzzle whodunit while the suspense mainly came from the pair playing mind games with Jenna with the intent to eventually kill her. The main characters were likable, complex, and reacted realistically to events. There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this enjoyable suspense.