It's time again for another review of an Indie author's novel for the Indie-Fever Reading Challenge 2013.
About the Author
Sara Rosett is a native Texan and author of the Ellie Avery mystery series and the On
The Run travel thrillers. As a military spouse, Sara has moved around the
country (frequently!) and traveled internationally, which inspired her latest
travel thrillers. Publishers Weekly called Sara's books,
"satisfying," "well-executed," and "sparkling."
Sara loves all things bookish, considers dark chocolate a daily
requirement, and is on a quest for the best bruschetta.
Review of Elusive (Book #1 in the On the Run Series) by Sara Rosett
I won this eBook from a LibraryThing Member Giveaway.
Zoe lives with her ex-husband in separate areas of one
house. They never interact or see each other. After her ex is missing and presumed
dead, his business partner is discovered killed and the business’ bank account suddenly
has millions of dollars. Zoe becomes the prime suspect of
conspiracy, fraud and murder. What follows is a complete turnaround of this
self-employed, single woman’s life. She is forced to defend herself, find the
truth about the crimes, and learn what really happened to her ex, while being
pursued in both the US and Italy.
I chose to review this book mainly because it was set in
Italy, a country I had lived in for a year and a half total, and I speak the
language… at least as much as I remember. It’s been a while. Otherwise, it’s
not the type of book I would normally read.
The main characters are likeable and intelligent, and
attempt to allude law enforcement and bad guys with good magnetism. It is well
written and easy to follow. Although the plot has a sufficient amount of
intrigue, there were a few times when the main character’s reaction to her
situation did not ring true. There were strong bad guys and gals, and all the
ends were neatly tied after some clever twists. Other points in the plot seemed
a little unbelievable.
Overall, if you are into international mysteries with
intrigue and strong characters, you may enjoy the first book of this On the Run
series.
Ebook $2.99
Print $11.99
Print $11.99
Mystery/suspense/thriller stories? Right up my alley!
ReplyDeleteSounds interesting.
Cool. I'm sure the author'd be happy to hear that. :)
DeleteIt does sound interesting-- thanks for the review, Nancy.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds intriguing! I have to go check out Sara Rosett :)
ReplyDeleteP.S. I left you an award on my blog!
Thank you for the award! I'm looking forward to finding a day to post my responses. :)
DeleteAwesome! Can't wait to read them ;)
DeleteSounds like an interesting book.
ReplyDeleteAn honest review that has me intrigued! Thanks for sharing Sara Rosett's book with us. (:
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