Don't Tell

I selected this book because I was looking for a new author, and the title caught my attention. Boy was I impressed! Karen Rose takes the reader on a battered wife's journey to hell and back. Great elements of suspense, and heartfelt emotions. I can't wait to read her next book!

Mary Grace Winters was nearly killed by her husband more than once. Since he was cop, the only way out was to disappear and start a new life with her son far away from North Carolina. With new names and a new look, they lived in relative safety in Chicago for several years, but when the car she ditched is found, her husband realizes she isn't dead YET. Max Hunter is her new boss, and he is YUMMY! It was love/lust at first sight for him and Caroline (formerly Mary Grace). Although the sparks are flying everywhere, both have many issues they need to resolve before they can think of a future together. Also, her son is terrified his mother will end up in another abusive relationship. I like romantic suspense/thriller, and this is one of the best I've read. The pace was relentless, and once I picked it up, I couldn't put it down. Who needs sleep, right? :) This novel is violent, sexy, sweet, and haunting. If you like Lisa Gardner or Tami Hoag, you will love this book.

DON'T TELL moves at a barrel neck pace and is a riveting story spun by new romantic suspense author Karen Rose. Rob Winters, a corrupt cop, is brutally violent and doesn't hesitate to exploit his position as a police officer to abuse, maim and even kill those that cross his path. For years his own wife, Mary Grace Winters, is held in his grasp as he pummels her time and time again. After too many visits to the hospital Mary Grace meets several nurses that inspire her to leave. Plotting the death of herself and her son 9 years ago was her first step in escaping her abusive husband. Caroline Stewart has started a new life for herself and her son and with the help of her friend Dana, who heads a shelter for battered women has created a future. Dana is a tough cookie, always there to lean on, and to push Caroline during difficult times. Max Hunter, her new boss and head of the history department enters her life like a clap of thunder. He's devastatingly handsome, tall, and muscular. He also has a handicap and walks with the help of a cane. Going through his own personal private battles he also is making a new start. There is instant intense chemistry between Max and Caroline, and for the first time in her life Caroline finds a man she can trust. However, the car she sent into the river has been found and Rob, her husband, is now on the hunt for her son and for Caroline. Prepare for the hair to stand on end at the back of your neck, as you follow Rob's methodical hunt for her wife. As Caroline begins her new life with Max, he is ever closer to destroying it all. Tom, her son, is a strong young male character, deeply protective of his mother while exuding his sadness over their past. Tom is one of many rich secondary characters you learn to care about in this captivating debut suspense by author Karen Rose. Prepare yourself for a story that pulls you in and does not let go until the last page is turned.