I'll Be Watching You

Psychologist and popular radio personality Taylor Halstead's world was violated when Gordor Mallory - her cousin Stephanie's wealthy, sadistic boyfriend - attacked Taylor in her own apartment. When his assault was interrupted, he swore he'd be back to finish the job. Taylor is terrifed -especially when she receives threatening reminders in Christmas cards and on her answering machine. She eventuually reports this harassment to the police, but there is little they can do. There is nothing that points to who is harassing her -and Gordon is dead. I am a fan of Adrea Kane's work - I have read most of her books. This is the best yet. While I like to think I can figure out the mystery before the author makes it plain, that was not the case with I'll Be Watching You. Highly recommended!

This was a very good read from start to finish. The characters were interesting, the plot well developed, and there's a nice unexpected twist at the end (though most people could probably figure it out if they were really paying attention). This book works well as both a romance and a thriller, and the author has done sufficient research to lend authenticity to the radio station, police work, and psychological aspects of the book. Well done and highly recommended!

I admit to being a HUGE Andrea Kane fan from way back. I fell in love with her historical romances (Samantha was the first I'd ever read) and admit to being somewhat apprehensive when I found out that she was changing genres. How could she do that to me I asked? Well, I truly had nothing to fear as her romantic suspense efforts have proven to be getting better and better and this book is no exception. Without going into a detailed synopsis (this could give away some key aspects of the suspense and than possibly ruining the read for some) suffice it to say that Ms. Kane took extreme care in setting up and executing her storyline. Characters a key and important part of any story are wonderfully dynamic. Taylor and Reed the romantic leads in this page turning story are wonderful complements to each other. Not only were they likable characters, I truly cared about how their romance was going to develop and in which direction it would go. Although readers may divine who the killer is early on in the story this in no way hurts this read. I must admit to guessing right up to the unveiling. I'm sure fellow readers will be totally caught up in Ms. Kane's latest effort. This is one author that I highly recommend and suggest that you not only check out this read, but her backlist as well. Official Reviewer for www.romancedesigns.com

Tony nominee and Obie Award winner Linda Emond gives another award worthy performance as she relates a story which is part every woman's nightmare and part every woman's dream. How would you feel if you had already been the victim of an attempted rape and then opened your email one day to find a terrifying one line message: "I'll be watching you...."? Probably every bit as frightened as protagonist Taylor Haltead. A psychologist and radio talk show host Taylor is well familiar with the seamier side of life, and now it seems that this darkness may engulf her. Cousin Stephanie's boyfriend, Gordon, attempted to violate Taylor in her own apartment. She was saved by the ringing of her doorbell. (When an attempted rape is the opening scene, you know you're in for a fast paced listen!) Not too long after this attack both Gordon and Stephanie are killed in a boating accident. Or, so it appears. Taylor is being stalked, but by whom? Gordon does have a twin brother, Jonathan; might he be the one. Soon, Taylor is consumed by fear and runs to handsome attorney Reed Watson for protection, solace (and great sex). At this point, she doesn't know who she can believe or if that really matters because whoever is after her is coming closer and closer. - Gail Cooke

School psychologist and talk show host Taylor Halstead is dismayed to see her roommate and cousin's boyfriend Gordon Mallory in their apartment when she gets home from work. Her shock turns to terror when he attacks her. He stops when her cousin Stephanie buzzes him in the lobby that she is ready to leave. He tells Taylor he'll be back to finish what he started. She reports the attack to the police but before they can investigate, the boat Gordon and Stephanie is on blows up, killing both of them. In the course of settling her cousin's estate, she meets Reed Taylor, a sexy attorney who makes his attraction to her obvious. She also meets Gordon's identical twin Jonathan who makes it very plain that he too is attracted to her. During this same period, Taylor realizes she is being stalked by a very dangerous man whom she believes is Jonathan. Reed becomes her protector, but when Jonathan is arrested for a double homicide Reed agrees to defend him. Taylor doubts whether their relationship could hold up under the strain because the stalker is getting more threatening. Andrea Kane's hardcover debut is a smashing success, establishing her as a powerful thriller author. There's a growing sense of foreboding that readers can actually feel as the strange e-mails, and terrorizing phone calls hint that this stalker will not be stopped until he accomplishes his goal to have Taylor. The romantic sub-plot between Reed and Taylor is beautifully developed and plays out believably. Readers will be watching Andrea Kane after this delightful new year treat. Harriet Klausner