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NOW OR NEVER

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I read lots of mysteries and, in the politically correct 90's, more than a few have underlying messages; or they are too far into the hard-boiled school; or they are so cozy that they put you to sleep. How fun to find a book that is just a an exciting fun read with glamourous settings and a murderer who wears up-grade cashmere. (My last Boston set mystery was a Dennis Lehane - this is a completely different version of Boston, thank heavens).

Oh, there's blood and gore but there's also champagne and romance. I often don't care for the mix but Adler does a terrific job of the blend. Fundamentally, there's enough chemistry between Mallory and Harry that the pages turn. And, unlike many romantic suspense novels where you simply want to skip the suspense pages, Adler writes a engrossing who dunnit. The writing isn't top-notch but it goes down easy. It was good enough to be a nominee for Romantic Times Romantic Suspense book of the year. A good book for reading at the beach or when you're home sick with a cold.

I often find romantic suspense silly and not worth reading. But Elizabeth Adler gives her characters such depth and backstory that I was hard-pressed to tear myself away from this one.

Mallory Malone appears to be the woman who has it all. She is attractive, rich, and host of a program which appears to be as popular as Oprah's. When a series of grisly murders in the Boston area occur, homicide detective Harry Jordan enlists her help. Naturally, Harry is not your average cop. He comes from old Boston money and society, was once a lawyer, and lives in a glamourous home plus has an equally glamourous getaway place and drives a Jag.

When the two meet, he begins to fall in love but cannot get past the hard and brittle veneer Mallory has encased herself in. The reader knows these two are destined to be together and the trip there is well worth it.

Fast-paced action, a psychopathic killer that wears Gucci loafers and expensive cashmere sweaters, and a retrospective look at Mallory's past that endears her to the reader, all combine to make this a most-appealing and quick read.

And did I mention the dog. Squeeze is about as lovable as any canine in fiction and lives up to his name in a thrilling climax.

The plotting is quick and exciting, the romance is electric, and the total package makes for a highly enjoyable book.

It was the first Adler I read and was a bit tentative at first but I must admit it was riveting.

Great plot, believable characters and gory murders. I found myself praying for th women and enjoying the main characters. I had a lot of fun seeing Mal and Harry's relationship develop. I've always wondered about long- distance relationships but they kept up well.

A great read, an un-put-downable work. I hope to get more of the same soon.

I've never read any of Elizabeth Adler's work before and I must say, I did enjoy this book. I particulary liked the chemistry between Harry and Mallory and I found it to be refreshing. I couldn't wait to find out what the secret was that kept poor Mallory feeling so lonely and out of touch. Harry was a true gentleman and I'm thinking that all women deserve a man like him. I am planning to buy Sooner or Later. I can only hope that it will be just as good as Now or Never.

Harry Jordan is a Boston homicide detective. He comes from money but makes a point not to flaunt his wealth and is one of the good guys.

Mallory Malone hosts a crime investigative show. She lives in a New York high rise, only taking on cases "worthy" of her time and talent.

When a serial killer is stalking young women in Boston and the leads are all dead ends, Harry is desperate to stop the murders. He swallows his pride and goes to Mallory asking for her help. It's obvious the picture of the alleged killer has affected Mallory in some way. She tells Harry she doesn't like "rich cops" (this from a woman who wears expensive designer clothes) and refuses to help him. She tells her assistant it's because he "doesn't have his act together" and then jets off to a spa in Arizona.

Granted Mallory has been through some terrible things in her past which had left her haunted. However, she had the opportunity to prevent another murder but didn't.

I liked Harry and loved his dog. The plot was great and the murderer a surprise. If the female lead had a more generous, caring spirit this would have been a five!

*Note to editing: Navajo is not spelled with an h. (nitpicky I know but drives me crazy)

This book is very good. It contains all the elements necessary to hold the reader's attention. The hero is admirable and his dog (I always love a story with a dog) is fantastic. The characters are well defined and very likeable (with the exception of the murderer). I highly recommend this book.

This was one terrific book. The suspense kept me page-turning well into the night. I was just dying to know what Mal's "secret" was. All the characters seemed to really come to life for me. I don't think you'll be dissapointed if you read this book. I also enjoyed Sooner or Later, but I think I liked this one a little bit more.

This is a very good book but it reminds me of sooner or later-same method but different stroy line. however, I really like the character Mal because of her courage and strength to continue on in her troubled life.

I enjoyed this book. It was my first Elizabeth Adler book. It was maybe a little more romance than I normally like in my suspense books. But I did still enjoy the book.

It takes place in Boston. Harry Jordan is a cop from a wealthy background with an adorable dog named Squeeze. He is on the case of a serial killer. The killer is attacking young women and raping and murdering them. But one of his victims does not die at the scene. They get a partial description of the killer from the victim and the the witnesses who scared him off. Harry takes this drawing to Mallory Malone. She is the host of a show similar to America's Most Wanted. He needs her help to catch the killer. But she acts strange when she sees the drawing. Something from her past maybe? Sparks appear between Harry and Mallory. And the 2 of them must join forces to catch the killer.

I am almost done with this book and am so irritated that I have to eat, sleep, work, etc.....I keep thinking about it on and off during the day!! I left off this afternoon with Mal being left alone at the Ranch...YIKES!!! I can't wait to read it tonight before I go to sleep-----except, I can't leave off on a chapter where the killer is 'speaking' before I go to sleep....I'm afraid of what I could dream!!! Creepy!!! Beware of gun-metal Volvos :)