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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Tausha Treadway

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin. This author has quickly become one of my favorites so I was excited to start this new series. I was not disappointed. It was a great book, I can’t wait for the next one. It’s the story of Deputy Nic Rivers who has a lot of baggage to overcome. She is a former Marine Sniper with a bad case of PTSD and now she is having to deal with murders in her small town. Her dad is a retired General and that comes with its whole set of issues for her. Seeing her friends in the Marines murdered and completing suicide is enough for her to need therapy but add all the other stuff and she has lots of issues. When she is partnered with Detective Con O’Hanlon sparks fly on his side. He is smitten and determined to wear Nic down. Working together they become very close and realize that they are very compatible. Will they be able to solve the case before more murders take place and will they be able to keep everyone safe in this sleepy little town? Read this awesome Romantic Suspense to find out!

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Kerry Baker

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I thought this book was as great way to start a new series. It is an interesting take on an ex-military character. I can’t recall another book that it is the female character who was in the military, let alone a sniper. I engaged with the story easily and became invested in the characters pretty quickly. I liked the fact the author didn’t shy away from the PTSD element of the book.
This author is one that I have become recently familiar with and this is another one of her books I can say I thoroughly enjoyed. I am definitely looking forward to the rest of the series.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Melissa Fink

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Keen was an amazing mix of romance and thriller read. It was definitely a page turner for me. The book had me on the edge of my seat wanting to know what happened next. The book was action packed. It grabbed my attention from the very beginning. The world building and characters was well thought of.

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Julie Johnson

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

My favorite things about this book: a female Marine sniper, a retired military war dog, and an author not afraid to tackle the very difficult topic of PTSD.

This book had it’s hooks in me from the get go. There is a series of suicides happening in the small community of Eider and they all seem to be connected. It’s up the sheriff’s department, along with the feds, to try to figure this out. Nic is bound and determined that she’s going to be the one to crack this case. Her demons keep getting in the way and putting her in harm’s way too.

Eider Police Detective Con O’Hanlon (I laughed everytime I read his name even though it’s shortened…a con as a police detective) may be the only thing that can stand in the line of fire when these demons come back to haunt Nic. She’s got to be willing to let him in to do that though!

Very well written story that has your turning pages as quickly as possible, yet also not wanting the story to end!

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Susan Ratchford

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Atonement: The McIntire County Series
Book 1
By : Winter Austin
Review by: Susan Ratchford
4 Stars

Wonderful book. I can’t wait to continue this series because I could feel every word Ms. Austin wrote. You could tell how much she cared about this story, about the message she was sending. It bled through every word. This isn’t my normal genre but something about Austin’s passion drew me to this book and I never looked back! Very thoughtful and thought provoking! Packed with plenty of suspense, mystery, and thrills, Atonement speaks for itself in volumes! My next trip into McIntire County can’t come soon enough! Highly recommend this series to anyone looking for a story that will make you think about life differently and have so much more respect for what people go through and what they might be hiding.

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Book 1) by Anise Eden – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book had me guessing all the way around. Love the characters that Anise Eden builds in her stories. Her form of writing leaves you speechless and on your toes. When she brings in Neve as the victim in her own job as a therapist she needs to overcome that fear with the help of Doctor O’Brien.

Anise Eden brings the viewpoint of how the world can be and how people see the world as dark and evil lurking around. When she puts a Doctor and therapist in this world the viewpoint of history that lies beneath each patient especially when one of their patients went into a coma in a bizarre way they have to see what lies in his history back home.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Charlene Gonzalez

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am the biggest fan of thrillers and mystery. When I first saw this book I was like it won’t be that good but I was wrong. The author Anise Eden, did an amazing in building a world of mystery and thrill that kept me reading both the 1st book and the 2nd book.

O’Brien being the doctor tries to help his brother from a mysterious illness, with the help of his girlfriend Neve the therapist they come close to stopping something that can destroy people. But they uncover something far worse and it might cost their lives.
When Neve uses a unique skill to uncover O’Brien’s sister-in-law’s sleepwalking problem they find out the lies and the plan to murder. Neve and O’Brien got themselves in a pit of trouble that can hurt a lot of people including his brother.

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Atonement is book one in The McIntire County series. I was hooked from the start. Who doesn’t like a romantic thriller with a mystery to be solved? It was awesome to see a story where the PTSD of our veterans is part of the plot. I enjoyed the not-so-perfect characters with emotional issues and it helped move the plot along. Looking forward to read book two!

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Jess Engel

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

A great read!! This is a sequel, but can be read as a standalone. The author has an engaging writing style that draws the reader in and the storyline is captivating. We join Neve and her boyfriend, Con, on a trip to help Cons brother and his fiancé with a medical mystery, but it soon unravels into much more!

The author develops plot and characters well and keeps the reader on the edge of their seat. The author gives us everything in this story and keeps you guessing throughout. This is a well written, engrossing psychological thriller!

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Lorralei Hoerner

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 Stars 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

I could not wait to read this book since I loved the first book so much and it definitely did not disappoint! While this book could be read as a stand alone, I definitely recommend reading this series in order, you get to know the characters….and picking up heading to Ireland…Con and Neve are on their next venture…danger, intrigue, suspense, drama and roller coaster that emotions that kept me on the edge of my seat.

Con and Neve are asked to be of assistance for Con’s brother Eamonn, asking for medical help and advise for his fiancee, Ciara. Unfortunately, Ciara is troubled by these nightmares that lead to self harm. When the pieces of the puzzle start coming together….Ciara’s condition leads to these video gaming and a cult is in need of a sacrifice. Con and Neve are trying to navigate danger that is around every corner and help Ciara and the evil that lurks.

I highly recommend this book…..kept me at the edge of my seat and very enjoyable and hard to put down!

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Tara Johnson Barnes

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Keen is Book Two in the Things Unseen Series and the sequel to Dead Sound. If you have not yet read the first book in the series, I highly recommend that you do. Book One will give you an introduction to the characters and their backstories which will give you a better idea of the ordeal that the characters have been through. Dead Keen is a gripping psychological thriller with elements of action, drama, suspense, romance, danger, and drama. Picking up where the first book left off, Neve and Con are flying to Ireland in the hopes to rest, relax, and recoup from the ordeal that they have recently been put through. The pair are enjoying the beauty of Ireland until they get entangled in a mystery involving a deadly cult. Suddenly, their magical getaway turns sinister, and they find themselves in a deadly game of cat and mouse. Neve and Con find themselves battling against video game designers, ancient gods, and evil cult leaders. The tension builds throughout the book as the pair try to unravel the lies and secrets while facing off against an evil cult leader.

Another amazing book by this talented author who drew me into the story from the first few pages and kept me hooked until the end. The writing was so vivid and descriptive that it pulled me into the story and made me feel as though I was there in Ireland with the characters. Neve and Con are a wonderful couple who fit together like pieces of a puzzle. The ordeals that they were put through brought them closer together as they leaned on each other for support. A brilliant rollercoaster ride with twists and turns that will keep you riveted until the end. I highly recommend this book!

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Ashley Sugar

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a way to start a book! Instantly grabbed my attention, which I LOVE. If you can grab my attention in just the first 2 pages, then that’s a great book in my opinion. I was intrigued when I read what this book is about and my goodness, I’m glad I read this one. The suspense, the thrill…OBSESSED. I never wanted it to end. Now I’m going to start the next book of this series, because I haven’t had enough. LOVE this authors writing as well!! So so good. There’s also a little bit of romance and I just love when writers can put a little bit of each genre, in their work! Highly recommend this series!

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Ashley Sugar

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This series is absolutely fantastic. I read the first book, finished that and right away started this one. And just like the other, I enjoyed every page and every word! So so good. Psychological thrillers are one of my favorites and I just love the thrill and suspense I get from these books. Author is very easily and quickly becoming one of my favorites. Had me on the edge of my seat and turning pages because I just needed to know what happens next. Want an adventure? Read this!

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Lisa Helmick

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What a story! Wow! The action, drama and suspense is filling all the pages. I enjoyed getting to know Neve and Con and watching their relationship grow. They also have excellent sleuthing skills which they put to good use in here.

I have not read the previous story. This is a listed as a stand alone and zi had no problem following along with the characters. References were made and explained which really helped out.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Nina Maes

Spectacular!
Another great example is psychological thriller with a dash of romance and action. Gripping with many twists and full of suspense. This is the second book of a series but can be read alone. Recommend to all readers, this author does not disappoint. Looking forward to the next book.

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Spectacular!
Another great example is psychological thriller with a dash of romance and action. Gripping with many twists and full of suspense. This is the second book of a series but can be read alone. Recommend to all readers, this author does not disappoint. Looking forward to the next book.

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Christine Baranek

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Atonement
By: Winter Austin

This is not my first Winter Austin book and it definitely won’t be my last. When I open a Winter Austin book, I know that I am going to get fantastic suspense that will keep me on the edge of my seat until the very end. I also know that I am going to read amazing characters and that the detectives and police in it are going to add an extra layer of entertainment. Atonement does not disappoint at all with this. Austen once again has crafted fantastic characters and a plotline that does not disappoint. This story also features PTSD and Winter Austin does a fantastic job of providing background information about PTSD. Nic is such a well written multifaceted character. I found that the amount of depth written to her was amazing and made her extra interesting. I absolutely loved this book and I definitely recommend it!

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Dead Keen (Things unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Tabitha montero

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Dr Con O’Brien travels back to Ireland with his new girlfriend Neve, a therapist, to help his brother solve a medical mystery with his fiancée Ciara. Ciara’s ex, Max has caused much trauma and his cult past and dark secrets are the key to helping Ciara.
This is the second book. I didn’t read the first, and while I did fine reading the second, I wish I had read it, there were a lot of references to things that happened in it that would have made more sense.
It was still a great read with a good story line.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Kerry Carr

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the second book in the Things Unseen Series. I would recommend reading these books in order as it will give you a better understanding of the characters and why they find themselves in the position they are in now.
We are back with Con and Neve. After they barely survived their first adventure together they are asked to help Con’s brother and his partner Ciara. After Ciara starts suffering with a mysterious illness that means she harms herself while she sleeps she is admitted to hospital. And this is where Con and Neve come in as they work together to uncover the reason before these episodes and hopefully find a way of stopping them.
However things aren’t straight forward and their investigation leads them into danger as they try to get answers from Ciara’s ex and a cult leader has them in his sites.
This is a fast paced Suspense story as we yet again see Con and Neve put themselves in danger trying to protect someone else. The twists and turns in this story were great. I never knew what to expect and I was gripped from beginning to end.
Can Neve and Con help to get to the bottom of Ciara’s problems? What will they uncover along the way? And at what cost.

I loved this book. It was a great read that I couldn’t put down.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Keen is book two in the Things Unseen series. This novel does well as a stand alone. The suspense is cleverly written and the reader is pulled into a tangled web. Nothing is as it seems and you’re on a roller coaster ride into a psychological thriller that keeps you turning pages until the end! Bring on book three!

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Brandy Vaughn

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is book one in the Things Unseen series and the novel has chapters that alternate the point of view between Neve and Cornelius. The romance and suspense between the two is filled with heart-wrenching yearning and non-stop suspense. The reader questions who the good person is and who can you trust? I look forward to book two!

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The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran Book 4) by Andrea Matthews review by Michelle Collier

The Ring of Eagna (The Cross of Ciaran #4)The Ring of Eagna by Andrea Matthews
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This is the fourth book in The Cross of Ciaran series. I have read all of the books in this series and they are all so well written. This book is the continuing tale of Ciaran and Caitlin. The story is absolutely intriguing and captivating.

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Brandy Rymer

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I love this new series by Austin, it has everything that I want in a book. It’s a romantic thriller with a mystery needing to be solved. The new characters are so dynamic, in the fact that they are well developed with each having their backstory and connections to one another. It was so educational to read about and learn to gain a deeper understanding of what our returnees of the military go through with PTSD. I was drawn into the mystery of the story right from the start, feeling compelled to follow along the tragic life of Nic and her past as it comes back to haunt her. This is one series you will want to start at this book, Book 1 of The McIntire County Series because you will not want to miss any of the insights into the mentality of the characters. I am so excited to get started on the next book in this series.
@Brandy Rymer
09/2023

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book #1) by Winter Austin – Review by Angela Hayes

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

 

5 Stars

 

Atonement is the first book in the McIntire County series by Winter Austin. It is an engrossing romantic suspense that has all the suspenseful, gritty, gripping, and intense developments that I love and have come to expect from Ms. Austin. She has a way of weaving intriguing mystery, tension, and complex subjects into an entirely unputdownable read, while blending in plenty of emotion to balance it all out.
This is a crime and investigation story set in a small rural town in Iowa, where things take a twisted turn when a series of baffling suicides sets the stage for a dangerous game of cat and mouse. A cunning serial killer with an agenda. A determined deputy with PTSD and secrets of her own. A stubborn detective intent on helping to uncover the killer. Add in plenty of angst, dramatic developments, and twists and turns- and the story really takes off.
What a way to start a series! Can’t wait to see where we go from here. Bring on Book #2!
Happy Reading…

Thank you, Winter Austin!

 

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Rebecca Hill

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book is the second in a series. I did not read the first book, and I was able to follow along fairly easily. I found the writing style to be addictive and hard to put down! The book starts out as Neve and Con going to visit Con’s family. Con’s brother’s fiance, Ciara, is being plagued with mental issues and seemingly self harm. Neve and Con come to help diagnose and treat Ciara while visiting family. But is it really that simple? The twists really keep you from putting the book down and keep you coming back to read. My only real complaint is that I had to sleep and couldn’t keep reading.

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Kristin Boutelle

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I like how the author gives a different perspective from a female character instead of male on how PTSD doesn’t always need to be stereotypical in novels. There is a lot of information on how people deal with their personal issues. The story does flow well and the characters are well developed. The characters’ actions and personalities are very relatable in real life.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Tausha Treadway

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden. I loved the first book in this series and this one was no different. It kept me flipping pages late in the night. I do recommend the first book to better understand what’s going on but this can be read as a standalone. Its the continuing story of Neve and Con’s story as they are flying to Ireland for her birthday. Neve is still recovering from her former job physically and emotionally. Once they get to lovely Ireland they are loving all the beauty and Neve is especially loving getting to know more about Con’s family. When they get entangled with a deadly cult involving video games and old god’s they are in a fight for their life. You will get to see the true devotion these two have for one another as they once again fight for their lives. Seeing the gentle side of Con helping Neve with her panic attacks was a sweet part of his story and I loved the setting of Ireland. The author writes so well I felt like I was actually in beautiful Ireland. I can’t wait for the next book in this amazing series.

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Francis O’Sullivan

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden

Dead Keen is the second book in the Things Unseen series. It’s a sequel to Dead Sound, but can be read as a standalone. It’s a thriller that centres around nightmares. Con and Neve are back, having travelled to London, and are using their knowledge of psychology to help Con’s future sister-in-law, Ciara, who is being haunted by bad dreams and dangerous sleepwalking.

Along the way, Con and Neve are also dealing with some of their own psychological baggage. Neve’s anxiety is more intense in the aftermath of the previous book. And Con has to confront the family issues that made him leave Ireland a long time ago. They both need space to heal, but are also driven to help Ciara escape her torment.

This is a page-turner, absolutely fascinating to read. I love encountering Ireland through Neve’s eyes, for the first time. There are beautiful descriptions of scenery and landmarks as she explores. And Con’s family bring some interesting dynamics to the story.

I’d recommend this book to fans of medical and psychological thrillers. It gets five stars from me!

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Dead Sound (Things Unseen Series Book1) by Anise Eden – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Dead Sound (Things Unseen, #1)Dead Sound by Anise Eden
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This romantic suspense story had me hooked from start to finish. Psychotherapist Neve Keane is just returning to the hospital where she works having been stabbed by a patient, when she’s surrounded by a crowd of people claiming that she needs to help stop the apocalypse! Neve joins forces with Cornelius O’Brien, a rather streetwise doctor as the crowds leader is also a patient of his, things become even more complicated when he falls into a mysterious coma. The pair are pulled into a Byzantine plot that seems to transforms the Capitol Hill General into a dangerous place. Neve and Cornelius must follow the clues that their comatose patient left behind, but this leads them into the underworld of Washington DC, and into a world of shadowy political forces with deadly intentions. With threats and betrayal everywhere the couple race to unravel the sinister conspiracy which seems to lead back to the White House, all whilst having targets on their backs. This was an action packed page turner, which kept me gripped throughout. The main characters were both likeable and relatable which helped make me feel engaged with the story. The storyline had plenty of drama and the suspense really built chapter by chapter, keeping me happily turning the pages!

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Dead Keen (Things Unseen Book 2) by Anise Eden – Review by Jennifer Gordon

Dead Keen (Things Unseen #2)Dead Keen by Anise Eden
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Having read and thoroughly enjoyed book one in this series I was looking forward to being back with the main characters, Con and Neve, and I was not disappointed. In this story Con O’Brien, a doctor and his new girlfriend, psychotherapist Neve Keane have traveled to Ireland to meet Con’s family, but also to help solve a medical mystery, that could destroy his brother’s life. Con and Neve are getting away from the dangers that still lurk in Washington, DC, and Neve believes that the key to curing a baffling illness lies with an elusive video game designer who lives in Galway, and as he’s not answering his phone she’s going to see him in person. Meanwhile, the leader of a cult, who believes he has gained the favour of an accident god is demanding the ultimate sacrifice.
Their time in Ireland turns out to be anything but a break and they soon find themselves in danger, uncovering sinister secrets, having to rescue innocent victims and stop deadly evil! This action packed and fast paced story had me hooked from page one and kept me gripped throughout. Once again the descriptive narrative brought both the characters and the setting vividly to life, and made me feel immersed in Con and Neve’s world again. The romantic suspense storyline along with plenty of drama and the building suspense kept me entertained, and the plot kept me guessing as to the outcome of the story. An entertaining and enjoyable read and I look forward to more novels featuring the main characters.

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Atonement (The McIntire County Series Book 1) by Winter Austin – Review by Kerry Carr

Atonement (The McIntire County Series: #1)Atonement by Winter Austin
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first book in the McIntire County Series and wow what a start. I was gripped right from the beginning.
This is a gripping Suspense read full of twists and turns that keeps you on the edge of your seat. I wasn’t able to work out the ending which to me makes a good story when you can’t tell what is coming next.
The author does an amazing job with out lead character Nic. Nic was a military sniper. After leaving she is now a sheriffs deputy however things aren’t straight forward. Nic suffers really badly with PTSD as a result of her time as a military sniper and even though she has left she still suffers. It was a really eye opening look at how PTSD effects not only the person suffering but everyone around them.
In this story there are several suicides which Nic needs to investigate. Were these a sad case of suicide or is something more sinister happening. Could Nic be walking into the trap of a killer?
With Con O’Halon assigned to help her they need to work together to solve this even though Nic pushes back against his assistance at every turn.
As Nic finds it increasingly hard to control her demons from the past will Con be strong enough to pull her back from the brink of despair?
This is a story full of heartbreak and secrets and as the secrets become revealed the fight that Nic has to fight becomes harder. It is a story of a constant battle that Nic has to go through against PTSD and how hard it is for her to keep her life on track. When a killer is out there as well trying everything in his power to bring her down Nic has a lot of things to deal with. Can she allow Con in and trust him to help her or will she continue to spiral out of control.

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