This book was intense. I loved the action and thrills. From the very beginning, you were sucked right into the gunfight at the bar. I could just picture it. The scene was set up that well. The character descriptions were fantastic. It was a spy thriller in a book. Tremendous job!! One of my favorites for this year. I started with book 2 so Nadia’s TBI is a little confusing to me. It makes the plot a little choppy but it’s still a great flow. HERA seems to work effortlessly together to find out what’s going down and who is in charge to get them. I was on the edge of the seat the whole time. It would get more than 5 stars if I could give them. Loved it!!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-05-04 07:48:322022-05-04 07:48:32Phoenix’s Ascent (Hera Force Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Shelly Kittell
I enjoyed this military romance story. This is a well written story about Nada and Mitch. She has a traumatic brain injury that has affected her memory. She has no memory of Mitch and their relationship but there is something about Mitch that is drawing her to him. Will she remember what they had together or will the secret between them stay just that a secret? I enjoyed these characters and what they brought to the story. They are strong, engaging and kept me coming back for more. I enjoyed their chemistry and watching their growth throughout the story. This is a story that is full of romance and some action. It is a hard story to put down and so entertaining to read. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2022-05-04 07:44:512022-05-04 07:44:51Phoenix’s Ascent (Hera Force Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Bobbi Wagner
I was swept away with this book! This book had a bit of everything I found. The way it starts was really a good way to pull the reader in and not let go. I was hooked from very early on, and I stayed hooked as the story progressed. The story was very commendable and the writing was sheer brilliance!
How could I not love this gripping book? You have Mitch and Hera, two characters that light up the sky with who they are as people as well as the story line. Hera was the one that I would not dare mess with, she was a person who would not hesitate to protect herself. She was amazingly written and nicely added to the story. Mitch was a great character too. I found him and Hera complimented each other nicely in the scenes they shared together. The action was perfect and non stop. I never had a dull moment as I read, and the story progression as well as character progression was spot on! I could not get enough. The suspense was great too as the story went on! There was a lot happening at times, but was very easy to follow. I defiantly am looking forward to reading more in the series! Not one to be passed up!
I loved this book and all the contents that it contained with all my heart! It was a incredible read and for sure not one to be missed! Highly recommend this must read book! It is well wroth a read! Loved it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-05-04 07:34:302022-05-04 07:34:30Phoenix’s Ascent (Hera Force Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Lorrene Huisman
A maniac developing a fantastical drug wants one more thing to finalize the project—a test subject who fits all the parameters. But that test subject is as elusive as her namesake.
Ex-SAS operative Mitch Edwards has been on the run since the moment he was framed for treason by someone in the British government. But he’s never forgotten the flamboyant and seductive CIA operative with the tongue of a thousand languages. In a bar in Cancun, Mexico, Mitch comes face to face with her once more, and with her comes the full force of her enemies.
Reinstated Hera Force linguist and assassin, Nadia Roth, code named Phoenix, has no memory of Mitch Edwards, or of their affair before her team’s disastrous mission. Her traumatic brain injury is tricky that way. But something about this man sets her on fire and tickles the back of her mind. Her Hera teammates remember him, so why can’t she?
Mitch partners up with Hera, with the sole intent of locating those hell-bent on killing him and all who are associated with him. Yet more is at stake than their lives. A traitor hides among their ranks, one who has been revealing all their secrets to an enemy determined to procure this special drug and Nadia for his scheme.
Hera goes into operation mode, doing what they were created to do, but someone is watching, and the team finds themselves trapped behind enemy lines with no way out.
Will Nadia ever remember the man she once loved, or will they perish with the secret between them?
Winter Austin perpetually answers the question: “were you born in the winter?” with a flat “nope,” but believe her, there is a story behind her name.
A lifelong Mid-West gal with strong ties to the agriculture world, Winter grew up listening to the captivating stories told by relatives around a table or a campfire. As a published author, she learned her glass half-empty personality makes for a perfect suspense/thriller writer. Taking her ability to verbally spin a vivid and detailed story, Winter translated that into writing deadly romantic suspense, mysteries, and thrillers.
When she’s not slaving away at the computer, you can find Winter supporting her daughter in cattle shows, seeing her three sons off into the wide-wide world, loving on her fur babies, prodding her teacher husband, and nagging at her flock of hens to stay in the coop or the dogs will get them.
She is the author of multiple novels, with more on the way.
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https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Moriah Venablehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngMoriah Venable2022-04-22 07:24:412022-04-22 07:24:41Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Moriah Venable
I should preface with this is the second book in the Benoit and Dayne Mystery series and I once again didn’t read the first book first because I was so impatient that once I had this book I immediately devoured it! This book was a thrilling rollercoaster that had my wheels turning over and over. The two main ladies were well thought out and brought an edge to this story that made it over the top in the best way! I was biting my nails like a kid held in suspense and I was drinking it in like a fine wine! I honestly couldn’t say enough good things about the author and how well written she is. She truly spun a web that I was stuck in immediately and when I began to unravel it I was just blown away more and more! Definitely a book that will make its way onto my physical shelf to enjoy over and over!!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00April McCoyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngApril McCoy2022-04-21 08:04:482022-04-21 08:04:48Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by April McCoy
This is my first read from this author but it won’t be the last. This book is suspenseful, mysterious, and will keep you guessing until the end. Although a second in the series, it could be read as a standalone. Highly recommend!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jasmin Mariehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJasmin Marie2022-04-21 07:53:402022-04-21 07:53:40Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Jasmin Marie
A gripping crime thriller full of plot twists and turns that kept me both hooked and guessing until the last page. This is book two in a series featuring, Eckardt County Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit, and Deputy Lila Dayne, however I read it easily as a standalone story. Two years ago Lila survived an attack by a serial killer, but is haunted by dark memories following her many surgeries and rehab. Even as Lila begins to get back to normal, she can still sense him watching her. Meanwhile Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit is determined to bring down Eckardt County’s corruption, but then two bodies are discovered, bearing striking similarities to the serial killer’s victims. One has a very personal message for her department, and sadly the pressure gets too much for Lila and she pushes everyone away. As Elizabeth tries to stay connected to Lila, the killer is closing in on his next victim and he seems to want to finish what he started. Lila must overcome her fear and trust those around her, as Elizabeth and her deputies desperately try to catch the killer. This is a tense and immersive read, and you can feel the suspense mounting with each chapter. An engaging read which I recommend, and I am keen to read book one in the series now, and hoping for a book three!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jennifer Gordonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJennifer Gordon2022-04-21 07:46:392022-04-21 07:46:39Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Jennifer Gordon
What a gripping Book. From the moment instarted reading this book really caught my attention. I found myself on the edge of my seat, reding quicker and quicker to try and see what was going to happen. I had to read the book in one sitting. This book carries on from the events in book one so I would highly recommend reading them in order. This is clearly the start of an exciting series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Bakerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Baker2022-04-21 07:45:432022-04-21 07:45:43Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Kerry Baker
Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery #2) by Winter Austin
This is the first book I’ve read by the author. It certainly won’t be my last. Hush, My Darling is the second book in the Benoit and Say he Mystery Series. It’s a fantastic read that hooked me from the beginning.
Elizabeth is now Sheriff and now there’s a serial killer under her nose. Problem is, one of her deputies has already been a victim of said serial killer. Can she and Dayne figure it out? The quote I chose for Elizabeth is: “Deputy Lundquist, please step outside. Dr. Remington-Thorpe, if you would join him, please.”
Lila is back on the job after almost losing her life and losing her baby. Now the killer is back and after her. Can she do the job Elizabeth wants her to do? Will she become a victim again? The quote I chose for Lila is: “Done and over with, and he’s still alive. Don’t worry about it. I came home to get something to eat. Let’s get out of this humidity.”
One of my favorite things about reading mystery/thriller books is trying to solve it as I go along. Boy- this one was a toughie! The characters are so raw and brilliantly written. I couldn’t decide if Sheriff Benoit was my favorite or Lila Dayne. They were both written so vividly- it was easy to empathize with them. The storyline was fleshed out and had so many twists and turns I had a difficult time putting this book down- even to sleep! I finished this book earlier and I still can’t get it out of my mind. I am officially obsessed with this author and the way they write such haunting stories- I have GOT to read more. This was gripping and definitely worth a read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jade Thomsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJade Thomson2022-04-21 07:33:392022-04-21 07:33:39Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Jade Thomson
This is the second book in this series but it can be read as a standalone. I haven’t read book one yet but after reading this one I am definitely going back and reading it because this was such a good read. I was on the edge of my seat wanting to know if they were going to find the killer, if the rain was going to stop so the flooding would come to an end. This book was gripping, suspenseful, and hard to put down. Lila Dayne, a deputy has moved to this small town from Chicago after surviving an attack from a serial killer and it looks like he may have found her when a body shows up with a message left just for her. Elizabeth Benoit is the Sheriff and she’s trying to juggle a lot of things all at once, two body’s, flooding, and keeping her opponent at bay. There are quite a few characters in this story and they are what make this such a great story. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Candida Hopperhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCandida Hopper2022-04-20 07:53:482022-04-20 07:53:48Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Candida Hopper
I was hooked immediately. I highly recommend reading this! It will keep you on the edge of your seat and guessing the entire time. I had a hard time putting this one down. If you think you are good a guessing, I dare you to read this just to see, I don’t think you’ll get it right!!! I can’t wait to see what comes next in this series!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Ashley Westermanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngAshley Westerman2022-04-19 21:36:512022-04-19 21:36:51Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Ashley Westerman
This is my first book that I’ve read in this series. I came to find out that this was a second book. You don’t have to read the first book to read this one. This book is a little unique being written in third person rather than 1st person. I enjoyed it a lot. It was like watching my favorite thriller come to life in front of me. Reading this book gave me goosebumps galore. Just when I thought I had it all figured out, the author threw me another little breadcrumb. The main protagonist Elizabeth has gone through some hardships of her own, almost dying and learning to balance being a survivor and being the town’s new sheriff. With these new killings going on, Liz has been thrown for a loop. Are these new killings a sign of something far more sinister going on in her county or are they completely unrelated?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Crystal Jimmohttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngCrystal Jimmo2022-04-18 07:38:432022-04-18 07:38:43Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Crystal Jimmo
Hush, My Darling is the second book in the Benoit and Dayne series. I did not read the first book, but the second book was clear enough that it stood alone and was easy to follow. This book is a page turner and one that I had a very hard time putting down, in fact, I read it in one day. This is unheard of for me! The book opens and we meet Dayne who has just been called to the crime scene. The body they have discovered has a message, one that is meant for Dayne herself. You see, Dayne is the only living survivor of this serial killer. And it seems that the killer has come back for her. This brings Daynes past crashing down around her both figuratively and literally. As Dayne grapples with her past, deciding whether to continue to be a cop and her very complicated love life, we also meet Benoit. Benoit is the new Sheriff in town. She is learning the ropes in a town that feels that she is not capable of the role. She is dealing with unprecedented flooding and now a serial killer is in her town. She deals with who she can trust and if the old Sheriff who is offering his help is trustworthy and has good motives. This story is filled with twists and turns until it comes to one stunning conclusion.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Christinehttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngChristine2022-04-18 07:26:192022-04-18 07:26:19Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Christine Baranek
This book is such an easy read. It will immediately suck you in. I read this book in 2 days, I literally could not put it down. I want to be best friend’s with Elizabeth, everyone needs someone like her in your life. Seriously. Lila makes you seriously think and question so many things through out the entire book. I actually cried at the end because its sad, and happy. I definitely am going to re read this, because you think the killer is a few different people, but at the end everything makes complete sense of who the killer is! Kyle, you definitely want to be friends with, and you root for his and Lila’s relationship. I cannot wait for the 3rd book! such a wonderful series.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Torimittonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTorimitton2022-04-16 15:41:222022-04-16 15:41:22Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Tori Mitton
Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin. This author is fast becoming my very favorite author. I loved the first book and this book was even better. I do recommend reading the first book because this one picks right up where book 1 left off. Its the story of Deputy Lila Dayne who has moved to rural Iowa to be a Deputy. She is moving from Chicago where as a police officer she was almost killed by the I-80 serial killer. Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit swears that Lila will have no trouble in the sleepy town in Eckardt County. What Lila and Elizabeth don’t know is the killer has followed Lila to this little town and is about to start creating havoc. When Lila realizes her greatest fear is back she shuts down and pushes everyone out that can help her. Will Elizabeth and the other deputies be able to pull Lila back in to catch the killer before he takes his next victim and finish what he started with Lila. Read this amazing fast paced series! You won’t regret it!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Tausha Treadwayhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTausha Treadway2022-04-16 08:21:582022-04-16 08:21:58Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Tausha Treadway
This book is one of the best suspense thrillers that I have read this year! While I have not read the first installment in this series I will be going back to do so. This is also a brand new author to me but the way that she describes her characters, and the details that she puts into her story line are just simply amazing. But this suspenseful thriller was full of drama, suspense, and not only kept me guessing until the end but also gave me chills through the whole story. So if you haven’t picked up this series yet, then definitely pick it up today!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Stephanie Corbinhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngStephanie Corbin2022-04-16 08:08:282022-04-16 08:08:28Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Stephanie nicole
I’m a sucker for a good serial killer story and this one was right up my alley. Two years ago, Lila Dayne was almost a victim of the I-80 killer but survived. After surgery, healing, and therapy, she moves to a small town in Iowa and takes a job as Sheriff Benoit’s Detective Deputy even though she fears the killer’s return. In the midst of a terrible flood in their area, Deputy Dayne discovers a dead body. She immediately knows the I-80 killer is behind it and spirals out of control knowing he is on the prowl to finish what he started. Can she keep her mind clear enough to help her team find the killer before it’s too late? I loved this book and didn’t realize it was book 2 of a series until after I got started. It can definitely be read as a stand alone but I’m going back to read book 1 because I loved the characters. The author did a great job making this book thrilling to read and created characters with depth and believability. I’m also looking forward to book 3 when it comes out!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jessica Heatherlyhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJessica Heatherly2022-04-16 08:02:582022-04-16 08:02:58Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Jessica Heatherly
This was a pretty good book! It held my interest which is sometimes something I struggle with when reading new authors and when I haven’t read the first book in a partnership series. Lila being a survivor of a serial killer attack added a depth to her character for this genre. Her teamwork with Elizabeth was well crafted and connectable. I definitely will need to go back and read the first one!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Trish Annhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngTrish Ann2022-04-16 07:55:432022-04-16 07:55:43Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Trish Ann
This is the first book I have read by this author and didn’t realise that it was the second book until I was over half way through. I didn’t feel like I missed anything because Winter gave us enough information from the first book. So, reading as a standalone is no problem. It is a crime thriller that is suspenseful and intriguing. The story is told in third person and has intense thrills, spills and chills and has a lot of grit. It is a haunting tale of murder and mayhem, vengeance and power, mystery and obsession that will have you sitting on the edge of your seat. The mixed cast of characters are complex and fully realised and likeable.
This is one series you don’t want to pass by. Prepare to be captivated by Winter’s writing skills.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Jenni Bishophttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJenni Bishop2022-04-15 07:50:262022-04-15 07:50:26Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Jenni Bishop
This book was truly amazing from start to finish. I love the suspense, the characters, and the story line the author had brought to life. It was amazing, and the writing was freaking fantastic!
Lila and Elizabeth were a great team for sure. Both had their connections to serial killer. I loved how the mystery behind everything built itself more and more as I read. I constantly was left on the edge of my seat, and breathless wanting to know what would happen next. The story was captivating, and when loose ends got tied, they really held together. I also loved the character development. The ending I would say will stay with me. I loved this book, it was a crime mystery novel that I could not help, but love!
Amazing read, prepare to spend your day reading, as you will not be able to put it down! I loved the author’s writing skills that really brought this story and the characters to life! I would for sure say that this is a must read novel, and not one to be passed up. Truly highly recommend you giving this a read!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Lorrene Huismanhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngLorrene Huisman2022-04-14 07:37:102022-04-14 07:37:10Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Lorrene Huisman
I really enjoyed this book. It is the second book in this series. I haven’t read the first book but it didn’t take anything away from this story. The author does an amazing job of providing the information from the previous book as and when the reader needs it. The authors writing is so good that it keeps you guessing all the way through. The story was full of twists and turns which i loved and kept me gripped. The characters were well developed and are really supportive of Lila helping her to face her past and her fears.
Lila has had a traumatic past when she was attacked and almost killed by a serial killer. After she recovers she moves to a little place to restart her life. However the killer isn’t through with her and when a body turns up Lila is now scared for her life.
Can they capture the killer before he strikes at her again? What will happen when her past intrudes on her present? And will she be strong enough to face her demons or will she run away?
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Kerry Carrhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngKerry Carr2022-04-14 07:36:432022-04-14 07:36:43Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Kerry Carr
I enjoyed this suspenseful story. This is a well written story that has twists and turns that I didn’t see coming. I enjoyed how the author was able to pull me into the story by their writing style and their attention to details. This is a fast paced story that is not only engaging but is hard to put down. I found the characters to be connectable and supportive towards each other. They made the story fun and easy to read. They have great growth throughout which kept me coming back for more. A story that is full of action and a killer that needs to be stopped. Will Lila and Elizabeth stop the killer before they find their next mark? You don’t want to miss what happens with these characters. They brought the story to life and made the story for me. They had me sitting on the edge of my seat just waiting to see what would happen next. I really enjoyed this story and the suspense it brought. I highly recommend this book.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Bobbi Wagnerhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngBobbi Wagner2022-04-13 08:01:592022-04-13 08:01:59Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Bobbi Wagner
If you enjoy watching the ABC show “Big Sky”, you’ll love this book! Once some of the details about the killer came to light, I always saw him as Ronald from this hit show! It made the reading of the book even creepier for me, but I did find this book to be more entertaining than the show!
I have not read the first book in this series so I’ll be going back to do that to fill in some holes but knowing what I know now, it might ruin some of that first book for me. This book can be read as a standalone because there are many details filled in to catch the reader up to date but there are a few things I’d like to know that were not addressed in this book.
Lila Dayne is a damaged detective after experiencing the wrath of the I-80 killer. The one thing that the killer didn’t anticipate was Lila living to talk about it. When a body shows up in the town where she’s the deputy detective, she sees all the hallmarks of her tormentor. Then the nightmares intensify and sleep isn’t to be had.
Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit is still a fairly newly elected sheriff who has not previous LEO experience. She has her hands full with the massive flooding that is occurring and now a murder victim….and then another. She needs Lila to stay on track but can she do that considering what she’s been through? Ellie is already short staffed and feeling the pressures of being the sheriff while her opponent is lurking in the background always trying to add in his two cents on how she could do her job better. Will they ever find out who this serial killer is?
This book is one that will keep you on the edge of your seat! I highly recommend this one!
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Julie Johnsonhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngJulie Johnson2022-04-13 07:53:312022-04-13 07:53:31Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Julie Johnson
This is an intensely chilling thriller. Lila Dayne is a survivor of a serial killer attack. She is a deputy now with the local law enforcement office. Some sick monster places the worlds “Hush my darling” on a dead body. Now she is freaked out and Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit is determined to find out what the heck is going on. So well-written that I had chills. The story descriptions were so very detailed and just made you feel like you were there. The reliving of her whole experience gave me nightmares. The characters are very well developed. They feel twisted. Some of them feel like they could be your neighbors. Some feel creepy. I loved every minute of it. This was a new author for me. I plan to add this author to my favorites list and I look forward to reading more. I was pulled into the story from the beginning just by the way she described the storm scene. You should run to get this story.
https://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.png00Shelly Kittellhttps://itsybitsybookbits.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/IBBB_2020_logo_sq.pngShelly Kittell2022-04-13 07:42:182022-04-13 07:42:18Hush, My Darling (Benoit and Dayne Mystery Book 2) by Winter Austin – Review by Shelly Kittell
Dark memories haunt Eckardt County Deputy Lila Dayne. Two years ago, she survived a serial killer’s attempt to add her to his growing list of victims in Chicagoland, but the fight cost her more than just time lost to surgeries and rehab. Now she’s finally beginning to connect with the people in this small section of southeast Iowa, even if she can still sense him watching her.
Sheriff Elizabeth Benoit has her sights on bringing down Eckardt County’s corruption when two bodies surface, both bearing striking similarities to the serial killer victims discovered along I-80—and one delivers a personal message for her department. Lila spirals out of control under the pressure, pushing everyone out of her life.
As Elizabeth and her deputies try to bring Lila back into the fold, the killer closes in, marking his next victim. Lila must shake free of her fears and trust those who have supported her—or the killer will finish what he started.
Winter Austin perpetually answers the question: “were you born in the winter?” with a flat “nope,” but believe her, there is a story behind her name.
A lifelong Mid-West gal with strong ties to the agriculture world, Winter grew up listening to the captivating stories told by relatives around a table or a campfire. As a published author, she learned her glass half-empty personality makes for a perfect suspense/thriller writer. Taking her ability to verbally spin a vivid and detailed story, Winter translated that into writing deadly romantic suspense, mysteries, and thrillers.
When she’s not slaving away at the computer, you can find Winter supporting her daughter in cattle shows, seeing her three sons off into the wide-wide world, loving on her fur babies, prodding her teacher husband, and nagging at her flock of hens to stay in the coop or the dogs will get them.
She is the author of multiple novels, with more on the way.
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