Deadly Shadows [Paperback]

Jaycee Clark (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 2005

Shadows whisper and the words are deadly.

A small, friendly Colorado town, nestled in the breathtaking Rockies, cloaks a malevolence, an evil that stalks certain women.

Jesslyn Black, a writer, is content living her now-single, childless life. If she keeps to herself, she can-t get hurt. Haunted by the past, Jesslyn never again wants to experience the soul shredding pain of losing a loved one.

But a murder changes that.

Aiden Kinncaid is running from his own secret loss. As the CEO of Kinncaid Enterprises, he travels to this remote Colorado resort town to oversee the opening of the new Highland Hotel. Though he-s not interested in any kind of relationship, he finds himself drawn to this temperamental, brown-eyed beauty. And her rough-edged attitude is a challenge to him.

But whether or not he sought out a relationship, he finds he wants to help Jesslyn. She begins to soften towards him as the ice around her heart thaws. As the two learn to trust and begin to reach f

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"Five Hearts! I really feel this book deserves the rating I gave it if there were ten hearts I would have given it that. Ms. Clark has given this reviewer a novel that has kept me engrossed until the end, and for that I thank her." Louise Riveiro-Mitchell, The Romance Studio --This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 263 pages
• Publisher: New Concepts Publishing (January 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1586086634
• ISBN-13: 978-1586086633
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 4.6 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #937,422 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Jaycee writes romantic suspense whether it's in a contemporary setting, a historical setting or a paranormal one. When she's not writing, she spends time with her family, enjoys snow skiing and just getting outside. You can visit her website at http://www.jayceeclark.com.

Customer Reviews

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great romantic suspense; Deadly-series 1, August 3, 2008

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S. Fischer (Germany) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Deadly Shadows (Paperback)

Jesslyn Black lost her husband and children in a car accident a few years ago. Since then she has led a secluded and unhappy life as an author in a smalltown. Then Aiden Kinncaid, the successful CEO of a hotel chain run by his family, rents a room at her house to oversee the opening of a new resort in town. He has his own problematic past to overcome. The two feel attracted, but since both are very strong-headed the sparks are flying in more than one way. And then a serial killer first kills Jesslyn's friend and targets her as a witness. Will Aiden be able to protect Jesslyn and will she find the courage to open herself to love and life again?
I was quite impressed with this book. The characters - including the killer - have depth, the plot is very good, there's humour and intelligence, and the whole reading experience was very enjoyable. It's a great debut and the other titles in the series (Deadly obsession, Deadly ties, Deadly games) are even better. So this is definitely worth buying. It's different from J. D. Robb, but I think you could enjoy this if you like her Eve Dallas-series.
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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Romantic Suspense!, October 4, 2005

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This review is from: Deadly Shadows (Paperback)

Jesslyn has suffered many heartbreaks in her life. She has lost loved ones over and over. This time it is her close friend, and it happens the night she meets Aiden Kincaid.Aiden comes to Colorado to oversee the opening of his family's hotel. He is renting Jesslyn's house and from the first moment he meets Jesslyn, Aiden is thrust into the danger surrounding her.

As Jesslyn and Aiden's relationship grows stronger, the killer begins stalking her. Aiden wants Jesslyn safe and close and preferably in his arms. With Jesslyn feeling the same, they begin to help each other heal from their painful pasts. Joining the fray is the rest of the Kincaid family. They are a tight-knit group, combining forces to keep Jesslyn out of danger. Aiden's parents and his brothers are willing to do everything in their power to help and protect her. But the madman still stalks. It's going to take all of them to stop the killer before he can get to Jesslyn. Will it be enough?

Deadly Shadows, the first in the Kincaid Brothers series, plays out like a movie. I was on the edge of my seat trying to figure out who the murderer was, what his motives were, and when he would get caught. Jesslyn is witty and charming. I wanted her to find happiness so badly. She kept me laughing and rooting for her. Aiden is sexy, strong, capable and loving. Jaycee Clark is a wonderful storyteller. I could feel the emotions of the characters: their tension and fear, passion and pain. I was completely drawn into the story. Deadly Shadows is an excellent romantic suspense and I am eager to read more!

Nannette
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