Book Review: Fatal Judgement

U.S. Marshal Jake Taylor has seen plenty of action during his years in law enforcement. But he'd rather go back to Iraq than face his next assignment: protection detail for federal judge Liz Michaels. His feelings toward the cold hearted workaholic haven't warmed in the five years since she drove her husband--and Jake's best friend--to despair . . . and possible suicide.

As the danger mounts and Jake gets to know Liz better, he's forced to revise his opinion of her. And when it becomes clear that an unknown enemy may want her dead, the stakes are raised. Because now both her life--and his heart--are in danger.

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It's not often that I come across a book that I can lose myself in. I have a certain group of authors that I know will suck me right in to the story and Irene Hannon is definitely one of them.

I liked this book because it wasn't what I expected. I expected the character of Jake Taylor to be this macho jerk protecting Liz, a delicate, helpless woman. I was so wrong. Jake is hard working and tender, passionate about his work and those he protects. Liz is strong and intelligent, and carries such grief and guilt in her heart.

I was pleasantly surprised by well developed characters that were relatable and a natural and easy storyline.

I went into the book figuring that the two main characters were going to fall for each other, yet it was done in such a lovely way that it seemed so realistic. There was nothing sleazy or inappropriate about their growing relationship and I found that so refreshing.

I carted this book around with me to read at every opportunity: on my lunch break, waiting for my ride home at the end of the day, before bedtime. I liked it so much I felt a little let down when it was over. I found myself thinking about the characters long after I finished the book.

Do you ever get so caught up in a story like that? I don't often, but I did this time.

Suspense, drama, mystery and romance all wrapped up in one read. A great book to curl up with and lose yourself in on a wintry day!

"Book has been provided courtesy of Baker Publishing Group and Graf-Martin Communications, Inc. Available at your favourite bookseller from Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group".