Tall, Dark and Deadly (St. Martins)

Tall, Dark and Deadly by Lorie O'Clare is a smoking hot story that is a must read for every romance reader. Small town cop Grace Jordan is trying to build a solid life for her and her young daughter. She had overcome a horrific nightmare and came out stronger. Just a few short weeks on the job in Rockville, SD and young woman are being brutally murdered. This brings her town to the attention of the FBI and Special Agent Justin Reece. FBI agent Justin Reece is back in his hometown to assist the local law in bringing down a serial killer. Justin's ex is the towns mayor and his kids are there as well. Besides doing his job he needs to keep his family safe. As a top field agent he is a plus for any investigation but his first look at Grace has more then his work skills perking up. Grace and Justin work well together they both have excellent observation and work skills. Spending all their time together has their physical attraction exploding into an all consuming desire. When the killer's message is directed at Grace, Justin pulls out all the stops to protect her and those affected. Tall, Dark and Deadly is exceptional. Its the first book that I have read by this author and I know it won't be the last. This book had well developed characters, tantalizing back stories and a terrifying killer. The sexual chemistry is some of the hottest around. This book is one that should not be overlooked.

Very much enjoyed it. I found it entertaining and it kept my interest. Although there were a few "OK,how did that happen moments", I would recommend this book, and I keep checking the book store to see if O'Clare's new book is in.

I can't believe this book is getting such bad reviews! I really enjoyed everything about it, and I'm looking forward to book 2 Long Lean & Lethal. The book was exciting, and kept me glued to the story, so that it kept me reading long into the night. She was damaged, and he had issues, but it worked for me. Sorry guys, but I loved this book, and it's a keeper, and yea, I would also recommend it!!! You go Lorie!!!

I enjoyed this book a lot and am very glad there is a new series in the romantic suspense arena to anticipate. Although the story and writing may have had some minor snags, overall it was a good read. I thought there was a nice balance of mystery/ cop drama and the romance/ family lives of the characters.

Ten years ago Grace Jordan fled from her life as a sex slave after completing a five-year brutal sentence to her abusive Master Rick by setting him on fire before he could kill her infant Rachel and ultimately her. Grace's sudden surge of courage comes from a mother's instinct to protect her child from a predator. Finally with her daughter to raise as a single mom, Grace becomes a police officer in Rockville, South Dakota so her child can grow up in a safe environment. However, her dream of Rockville being safe turns false when someone assaults and kills young women. FBI agent Justin Reece is sent in to help the locals with apprehending the serial killer before others die. Grace and Justin team up on the investigation, but someone who knows of her captivity is sending her messages that she fears target her daughter as well as herself. To keep Rachel safe, Grace knows she must trust Justin, but she distrusts all males as men believe women are sluts or wives or so she thinks. This dark police procedural opens with drying a washed T-shirt setting the stage of the dark grim world of Lorie O'Clare. Grace is incredible from the onset as an abused sex slave knowing her Master will kill her, but accepting her fate until she concludes he will also kill Rachel; she brings the light of hope in this extremely ugly and dangerous land even a small town in the Badlands with a minor crime history. Justin has seen the evil men do live on long after they are interred through the survivors like Grace who he is falling in love with. A great surprising final marital twist enhances a dark and deadly thriller. Harriet Klausner