Nightwork by Nora Roberts: Review

When it comes to powerhouse authors such as Nora Roberts, it is more than likely you have read at least one of her books. Chances are pretty strong that you have read several.

With that said, then you understand how authors have a rhythm to their books. You know what to expect, in certain circumstances, as they usually write within a certain genre.

It is authors such as these that also tend to break the mold every once in a while. Spread their wings and take a chance with their readers. You may think that this story is one of those mold breakers. But it is really?

Due to publish this spring, check out my thoughts on this upcoming book that is not a usual Roberts tale, but one that will grab you, just like she always does.

Nightwork by Nora Roberts
Publisher ‏ : ‎ St. Martin’s Press (May 24, 2022)
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1250278197

OVERVIEW:
Harry Booth started stealing at nine to keep a roof over his ailing mother’s head, slipping into luxurious, empty homes at night to find items he could trade for precious cash. When his mother finally succumbed to cancer, he left Chicago―but kept up his nightwork.

Wandering from the Outer Banks to Savannah to New Orleans, he dons new identities and stays careful, observant, distant. He can’t afford to attract attention―or get attached. Still, he can’t help letting his guard down when he meets Miranda Emerson. But the powerful bond between them cannot last―because not all thieves follow Harry’s code of honor. Some pay others to take risks so they can hoard more treasures. Some are driven by a desire to own people the way they own paintings and jewels. And after Harry takes a lucrative job commissioned by Carter LaPorte, LaPorte sees a tool he can use, and decides he wants to own Harry.

The man is a predator more frightening than the alligators that haunt the bayou―and when he strongarms Harry into robbing a Baltimore museum, Harry abandons Miranda―cruelly, with no explanation―and disappears. But no matter what name he uses or where he goes, LaPorte casts a shadow over Harry’s life. To truly free himself, he must face down his enemy once and for all. Only then can he hope to possess something more valuable than anything he has ever stolen…

Nightwork by Nora Roberts Review

For me, the sign of an awesome author is one who changes the tide of the story with such subtlety that you do not even realize it is happening.

This story starts out with an unusual main character for a Roberts story. A guy. A kid really and we are with him as he tells his story and grows. He educates himself in ways we cannot believe. He loves hard and works hard. He protects what and who he loves always. He continues to learn and grow.

With precise steps, the suspense begins to build and the story changes subtly. You begin to realize who the master craftsman really is. Once again you are captured by a story that begs you to finish as quickly as you can while not missing a single sentence.

Roberts develops her characters beautifully and the story really is in the intricate details. While it seems to start slowly, the build-up and the ending make it worth the wait! Awesome twist.

4.5 – 5 STARS!

Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free ebook so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.