A journalist and an FBI agent both swore never to let love get in the way of their careers. But as they investigate three cop killings linked to the Southern Mafia, sparks fly-and their oaths are broken.
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You are holding a work of art when you pick up a book by Patricia Potter. (Rendezvous) A talented and versatile author. (Romance Reviews Today) She's adept at penning both enthralling historicals and captivating contemporary novels. (Booklist, starred review)
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4.0 out of 5 stars
Engrossing Romantic Suspense 4-1/2*,
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This review is from: Tempting the Devil (Berkley Sensation) (Paperback)
Potter sets the stage for an emotional roller coaster ride as Atlanta Observer investigative reporter Robin Stuart becomes embroiled in a story that can either make or break her newly resurrected journalism career. When three policemen are slain in a professionally staged gangland style assassination one of Robin's longtime informants lets slip just enough information that incriminates the deputy sheriff's office as being involved and possibly connected to a powerful gang called Hydra. FBI Agent Ben Taylor has no love for reporters who will write anything for a headline after having seen the damage it could do to the innocent. Robin Stuart is one reporter that has managed to slip under his skin, and he knows she can help him connect these murders to a Southern Mafia gang called Hydra. With no real way for the FBI to enter into the investigation Ben is ready to work Robin into revealing her source, but no matter how alluring Ben Taylor is Robin is determined to protect her heart, her integrity and her source! *** This was an engrossing romantic suspense read from an author who appears to have mastered several genres with crisp well-researched writing and thrilling storylines. In creating this plot Potter takes issue with the moral dilemma of protecting an informant at the risk of endangering the innocent. Additionally, she created multi-dimensional characters who each dealt with their own individual issues. Robin was a strong lead trying to make a come-back after a devastating accident that left her with both a physical impediment and a long battle to re-establish her promising journalism career. Ben, though divorced, was guilt-ridden over having failed his ex-wife in being emotionally closed off and not seeing that she had needed him before it was too late. Ben and Robin's attraction and romantic love story was built slowly as they both finally began to learn to trust. Secondary characters were all strategically placed and well developed to add to the suspense and from Robin's elderly neighbor, to provide some lighter moments. This was an exceptional romantic suspense read fans of Ms. Potter are sure to relish. Marilyn Rondeau, RIO - Reviewers International Organization Courtesy of: CK2S - Kwips & Kritiques
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars
action-packed romantic suspense,
This review is from: Tempting the Devil (Berkley Sensation) (Paperback)
In Meredith County, law enforcement officials and Atlanta Observer reporter Robin Stuart are stunned with the assassination of three cops shot in the back of their heads gang style. FBI Agent Ben Taylor follows the news on the cop killings. At this time he has no entry into the homicide investigation though his gut believes the deadly Southern Mafia Hydra, a group he has under surveillance, did the act.
Robin finds a frightened source, which can connect the murders to the Hydra. Now she is caught between three pulls as local law enforcement, the Hydra, and Ben demand she reveal her intimidated tipster. She refuses to tell the cops or Ben as she does not trust any of them even with a threat of contempt of court jailing. However, the Hydra provides a more powerful incentive to tell all with only Ben, who distrusts journalists, to keep her and her source safe. Though using murder instead of outing a CIA agent, Patricia Potter personalizes the question of how far should a reporter go to protect her sources. Obviously the NYT Miller went to jail, but Robin has more to lose as the Hydra will maim or kill to get to her source. The story line is action-packed especially once the lead couple meets and realizes they share two things in common, distrust and desire. Fans will appreciate this romantic suspense with the emphasis on the action. Harriet Klausner
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