I’ve become quite addicted to the writing of Laura Griffin. I was introduced to her books through a review a few years ago and they are the perfect blend of everything that I love.
With police action, suspense, thrills, chills, romance, even crime and forensics, the author has found a way to perfectly blend all of these aspects into a heart pounding read. I am always anxious to crack a new cover from her for review!
Touch of Red by Laura Griffin
Series: Tracers (Book 12)
Publisher: Pocket Books (October 31, 2017)
ISBN-13: 978-1501162374
Synopsis
When crime scene investigator Brooke Porter arrives at the home of a murdered woman, the only thing more shocking than the carnage is the evidence that someone escaped the scene. But where is this witness now? A thorough search of the area yields more questions than answers, and before Brooke even packs up her evidence kit, she’s made it her goal to find the witness and get them out of harm’s way.
Homicide detective Sean Byrne has seen his share of bloody crime scenes, but this one is particularly disturbing, especially because Brooke Porter is smack in the middle of it. Sean has had his eye on the sexy CSI for months, and he’s determined to help her with her current case—even if it means putting his attraction on hold so he and Brooke can track down a murderer. But as the investigation—and their relationship—heats up, Sean realizes that keeping his work and his personal life separate is more complicated than he ever imagined; especially when the killer sets his sights on Brooke.
With Griffin’s signature “fully fleshed characters, dry humor, and tight plotting” (Publishers Weekly), Touch of Red demonstrates why she is one of the most acclaimed and popular authors of sexy thrillers today.
Touch of Red by Laura Griffin: Book Review
I love this series. As I mentioned earlier, it has the perfect blend of so many aspects that there’s no way you could be bored while reading it. A word of warning on this story. The crime is quite heinous and not for the faint of heart. However, the plot is fabulous and definitely part of the reward!
The story and character development is thorough with masterfully crafted details that drags you right into the action. Plus, I have to say our hero, Sean, is mighty fine. He had me swooning! You can bet there is plenty of sexy heat along with heart racing suspense to keep you reading as fast as you can in this awesome story.
Even though this book is part of a series, you don’t feel like you have missed anything if you just choose read any book. I have happened to read many of them in order, and I feel they all stand alone even though many characters crossover.
Laura Griffin has a wonderfully detailed mind that brings you plenty of fabulous plot twists, the intense romantic suspense that we crave, with enough crime and forensics detail to suck you into the story. She is a true master of her craft in the romantic suspense genre. This is one author who will remain a one click, must have read for me.
Touch of Red is a fabulous story full of action, crime, steamy romance and SEAN. Yum! Not to be missed. This one is going on my Best Of 2017 list!
Disclaimer: Chris has personally reviewed the product listed above. She has not received any monetary compensation for her review but did receive a free advanced readers copy so she could evaluate and use it for this post. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ.
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