Going Rogue in Red Rye County
by Katie Mettner
Secure One - Book 1
Publisher: Harlequin Intrigue
Release Date: February 21, 2023
Reviewed by PJ
She’s
on a mission
And dangerously off the grid…
After an undercover mission gone wrong, agent Mina August is on the run from
the FBI and The Madame, a ruthless brothel owner. Her mantra: trust no one. But
alone and permanently disabled, the cunning beauty must trust her ex-partner
Roman Jacobs to take her side in a deadly cat-and-mouse game. Can she fight her
true feelings for Roman to stay professional…and alive?
PJ's Thoughts:
I love a story that plunges me straight into the action then keeps me on the edge of my seat until the final twist. This book does exactly that. It's an intense, fast-paced, action-packed, roller coaster ride filled with unexpected twists, emotional romance, and life-altering challenges. I loved how strong Mina was and how she handled her physical limitations. Roman won my heart with his respect for her, confidence in her as his FBI partner, as well as his unspoken love, and protective nature. So much hidden yearning with these two.
It's been a while since I read a Harlequin Intrigue. Going Rogue in Red Rye County reminded me of what I've been missing. Katie Mettner's characters were well developed and intriguing, engaging both my interest and my emotions, with a tightly-woven plot that kept me glued to the pages. As this is the first book in this series, there were several characters to be introduced - primary and secondary - as well as potential storylines for future books yet all of those introductions felt organic and woven into the story in a logical, realistic way. I felt emotionally attached to Mina and Roman almost immediately but by the end of the book, I had formed attachments to some of the secondary characters as well. And I am fascinated by the concept of the Secure One organization and how they operate.
If the well-balanced blend of action, suspense, and romance that kept me reading this first Secure One book late into the night is what I can expect from the rest of the series, I can hardly wait for the books to come.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review of Going Rogue in Red Rye County! I can assure you that the books to come will feature those other characters you're already attached to as well as more Mina and Roman :) I appreciate your time to read and review!
ReplyDeleteWOW - another new to me author. I am a fan of mystery and adventure and characters who are braver than I could ever be. I also enjoy a series which allows me to get to know the characters really well. Thanks for this review. As always, you put me in a place where I have found another book I really, really need to get.
ReplyDeleteNice to meet you, Annette! Thanks for stopping by and reading PJ's review :)
DeleteThank you for the review. Harlequin Intrigues have always been go to books for me. I have a stash of them and keep finding new ones to pick up. I love a good suspenseful read. Harlequin has a good group of authors contributing to this line and I am always finding new ones I enjoy. I have seen other books by Katie Mettner, but I believe this is her first one for the Intrigue line. This definitely sounds like a book and likely a series I will enjoy.
ReplyDeleteHi, Patricia! I do have many books available but this is my first Intrigue series! Thanks for stopping by and if you get a chance to read Going Rogue in Red Rye County, I hope you love it!❤️
DeleteOh wow! Another new author for me! This is going on the to buy list. Sounds really great.
ReplyDeleteHi, Martha! Thanks for stopping by and reading PJ's review. You can visit me on Facebook to learn more about my books (Katie Mettner Author) and win some books too! If you get a chance to read Going Rogue in Red Rye County, I hope you enjoy it!
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