Romantic Suspense Thrillers

The best romantic suspense thriller book reviews. Romantic suspense involves virtually any suspense-driven story where survival is aided or hindered by an amorous relationship between primary characters.

Echoes of Fortune, a Taut Historical Thriller by David R. Leng

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The Bottom Line: A taut historical thriller that blends a rich tapestry of American folklore with modern adventure and romance. Perfect for fans of Steve Berry and James Rollins.  In the timeless tradition of The Count of Monte Cristo, David R. Leng’s new book centers around a modern-day search for buried treasure. In this case, the fortune comes courtesy of the real-life historical account of British General Edward […]

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Right Across the Bay, a Must-Read Whodunnit by Quinn Avery

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The Bottom Line: A small town murder mystery that is anything but small. Right Across the Bay is a must-read whodunnit infused with romance, betrayal and an unforgettable finale.  Set in a seemingly tranquil lakeside community in southwestern Minnesota, Right Across the Bay opens as sheriffs recover the watery remains of fitness guru Britta Baxter. Three decades earlier, Britta and her cousin/BFF Maxine spent summers together at Lake Shetek. Both subsequently went to college,

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OPERATION: Running Brook, a Rapid-Fire Spy Novel by Alex A. Jameson

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The Bottom Line: This rapid-fire spy novel features an irresistible premise and brims with ample doses of romance.  A young woman wakes up at City Memorial Hospital with a broken ankle, a concussion, some abrasions on her hands and face – and no recollection of how she got there. The possessions in her hospital room reveal a flip phone and ten dollars, but no identification or

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Lex’s Story Part II: Life Unguarded, by Kimberly A. Biggerstaff

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The Bottom Line: A fast-paced, high-stakes romantic suspense thriller. As the sequel to Kimberly A. Biggerstaff’s Lex’s Story begins, U.S. Air Force Captain Lex Rogov has a complicated personal life. Lex has a daughter from a previous relationship who will be living with them now that his ex is moving to Romania. Meanwhile, Lex is expecting a son, Alek, with new wife Laura.  And that’s

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Risky Assets, an Exhilarating Revenge Thriller by Rachael Eckles

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The Bottom Line: An exhilarating revenge thriller that will hold readers breathless from start to finish.  Risky Assets, the second book in Rachael Eckles’ stylish Trading Secrets series, continues the journey of financier and illuminati Celeste Donovan. In book one, we witnessed how Celeste’s uncommon intellect, illuminati ties and seemingly limitless resources were scant protection from sadistic ex-lover Omar.  As book two begins, Celeste is on a roll. She’s running

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Little Follies, a Magical Crime Caper by Carolyn Korsmeyer

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The Bottom Line: This magical eastern European crime caper is filled with crackling romantic suspense, priceless artifacts, stoic philosophy and a truly stunning character arc.  As two Americans embark on a journey to Krakow in 1999, their quest to test the waters of a budding romance inadvertently thrust them into a web of theft, murder and magic. While in Poland, historian Adam Kasper is drawn

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The Housemaid’s Secret, a Twisty Crime Thriller by Freida McFadden

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The Bottom Line: Filled with jaw-dropping shockers, The Housemaid’s Secret is a must-read. As housemaid Millie struggles to find gainful employment without being questioned about her murky past, she feels fortunate when the affluent Garrick family hires her to clean their luxurious penthouse and prepare sumptuous meals in their shiny kitchen. It seems like the perfect job for Millie, who plans to keep a low

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Lady Hawthorne, a High-Stakes Steamy Spy Thriller by Alexi Venice

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The Bottom Line: A steamy spy thriller that crackles with international intrigue, lesbian romance and horny humor. Highly entertaining. Recommended for spy thriller fans looking for some spice, and for avid lesfic fans looking for high-stakes intrigue.  In the 7th installment in Alexi Venice’s San Francisco Mystery Series, bioterrorists have attacked a local water treatment facility. Early evidence points to Russia, who may be retaliating

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Deidamia’s Surprise, a Captivating Medical Thriller by N.E. Miller

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The Bottom Line: A witty, white-knuckled medical thriller about academic ethics and betrayal. Fans of BBC crime dramas like Vienna Blood and Endeavour will love the Waynflete Trilogy.   The second installment in N.E. Miller’s Waynflete Trilogy begins as Oxford researcher Giles Butterfield, having reluctantly achieved celebrity status after surviving the harrowing events detailed in Miller’s award-winning The Achilles Gene, returns to campus. Among Giles’ numerous worries is that a fellow researcher’s

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Woman Over the Edge, a Smoldering Small Town Romantic Suspense Thriller

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The Bottom Line: A provocative, smoldering small town romantic suspense thriller that fans of Big Little Lies will love. Each summer, high school sisters Bella and Mia Hughes work in their family’s lakeside resort in Minnesota. After hours, they spend their time hanging out with a close circle of friends and flirting with boys on the lake. But their idyllic summer existence comes to an

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