Description
Hostage negotiator Carrington Reed is called to the scene when reports come in that fifteen hostages are being held by the Kendrix brothers in an abandoned house in south Texas. When she arrives on site, Carrington quickly learns that the brothers are armed and refuse to release their victims, a group of undocumented immigrants, until the local police identify their father’s murderer.
Working closely with Levi Ehrlich, a handsome investigative reporter who has covered some of Carrington’s negotiations in the past, she finds herself being undeniably drawn to him. Carrington digs deeper into the death of the Kendrixes’ father and begins to notice that some details surrounding his death aren’t adding up.
As Carrington investigates the brothers’ claims and tries to piece together their motive for taking innocent people captive, it soon becomes clear that they are trying to hide something and that revenge for their father’s death may not be what they’re really bargaining for after all. To protect the hostages and ensure the brothers don’t carry out the rest of their sinister plot, Carrington must get to the bottom of one family’s secret and the truth they’re trying so hard to hide before time runs out.
Award winning author DiAnn Mills delivers pulse-pounding romantic suspense about secrets, betrayal, and finding a path to forgiveness.
- Includes discussion guide for book groups.
- A clean contemporary thriller from Christy Award–winning author DiAnn Mills
- For fans of action-packed romantic suspense in the vein of Lynette Eason, Irene Hannon, and Dani Pettrey
- From the popular author of Facing the Enemy
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Summary
Review by Donna F, Reviewer on Sep 07 2024 5/5
DiAnn Mills’s Lethal Standoff is a gripping read that seamlessly blends suspense with powerful social commentary. From the very first page, the story ensnares the reader in its intricate plot, making it difficult to put down. Mills’s talent for weaving current and significant societal issues into her narratives is evident once again. In this novel, she tackles the harrowing realities of human trafficking of undocumented immigrants, the conflict surrounding religious conversion, and the extensive impact of domestic violence.
True to her signature style, Mills manages to address these serious themes with a deft touch, ensuring the story remains engaging and thought-provoking without becoming overly heavy or preachy. The characters are richly developed, their personal struggles and growth adding depth to the narrative. Mills’s skillful portrayal of these individuals makes them resonate as real, relatable people.
If you’re a fan of mysteries that offer more than just thrills—delving into meaningful issues while providing an engrossing storyline—Lethal Standoff comes highly recommended.