Lethal standoff by diann mills

I really enjoy knowing what is going on in their minds I found both their backstories intriguing The author put the two through the proverbial wringer and had me flying through the pages There were so many plots and twists My mind was blown when the bad guy was revealed This book hit my romantic suspense sweet spot I thoroughly enjoyed it and recommend to all my suspense reader friends. Lethal standoff by diann mills I got an advanced reader copy from the publisher and this is my honest opinion You can pre order order at any retail site you prefer amreading christiansuspensenovel bookstagrammer bookstagram romanticsuspense romanticsuspensebook English 3. Lethal standoff by diann mills 5 rounded upThe title and cover may lead readers to assume the protagonists are in law enforcement.

Lethal standoff diann mills

Has allowed their various stages of stress to cause them to seize desperate measures There s a warning in that for us. Lethal standoff by diann mills I appreciated a reminder that we learn so much about ourselves and humanity by reaching out to others in times of need Mills points out that we can do an effective job of helping others tear down walls of sin s devastation and help them find hope if we are fully restored to God What a beautiful thought that we can be restored when we reach out to help another. Lethal standoff by diann mills My highlighter was busy and I was continually in awe of how Mills expresses herself Kaleidoscope of considerations bannering across my mind just one of the many I noted I appreciated learning about the differences between Orthodox and Messianic Judaism.

Lethal standoff by diann mills

Justice can be elusive Family secrets can be deadly The stakes are high and the clock is ticking in a volatile criminal case filled with unanswered questions And Carrington Reed is running short on time to piece together clues that will solve the puzzle. Lethal standoff by diann mills Hostage negotiator Carrington Reed is called to the scene when reports come in that fifteen hostages are being held by the Kendrix brothers in an abandoned house in south Texas When she arrives on site Carrington quickly learns that the brothers are armed and refuse to release their victims a group of undocumented immigrants until the local police identify their father s murderer. Lethal standoff diann mills Working closely with Levi Ehrlich a handsome investigative reporter who has covered some of Carrington s negotiations in the past she finds herself being undeniably drawn to him Carrington digs deeper into the death of the Kendrixes father and begins to notice that some details surrounding his death aren t adding up. Lethal standoff by diann mills As Carrington investigates the brothers claims and tries to piece together their motive for taking innocent people captive it soon becomes clear that they are trying to hide something and that revenge for their father s death may not be what they re really bargaining for after all To protect the hostages and ensure the brothers don t carry out the rest of their sinister plot Carrington must get to the bottom of one family s secret and the truth they re trying so hard to hide before time runs out. Lethal standoff by diann mills A clean contemporary thriller from Christy Award winning author DiAnn MillsFor fans of action packed romantic suspense in the vein of Lynette Eason Irene Hannon and Dani PettreyFrom the popular author of Facing the Enemy Lethal StandoffDiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action packed suspense filled novels DiAnn believes every breath of life is someone s story so why not capture those moments and create a thrilling adventure Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists won two Christy Awards and been finalists for the RITA Daphne Du Maurier Inspirational Readers Choice and Carol award contests You can download a list of her published titles by clicking here. Lethal standoff by diann mills DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers a former director of Blue Ridge Christian Writers and a member of Advanced Writers and Sp DiAnn Mills is a bestselling author who believes her readers should expect an adventure She combines unforgettable characters with unpredictable plots to create action packed suspense filled novels DiAnn believes every breath of life is someone s story so why not capture those moments and create a thrilling adventure Her titles have appeared on the CBA and ECPA bestseller lists won two Christy Awards and been finalists for the RITA Daphne Du Maurier Inspirational Readers Choice and Carol award contests You can download a list of her published titles by clicking here. Lethal standoff diann mills DiAnn is a founding board member of the American Christian Fiction Writers a former director of Blue Ridge Christian Writers and a member of Advanced Writers and Speakers Association Mystery Writers of America Sisters in Crime and International Thriller Writers She shares her passion for helping other writers be successful by teaching writing workshops around the country. Lethal standoff by diann mills DiAnn has been termed a coffee snob and roasts her own coffee beans She s an avid reader loves to cook and believes her grandchildren are the smartest kids in the universe She and her husband live in sunny Houston Texas. Lethal standoff by diann mills DiAnn is very active online and would love to connect with readers on any of the social media platforms listed Stay Connected with at Her website site_link Facebook site_link site_link site_link site_link site_link site_link site_link site_link God does hear He cares The one thing I feel in my bones is His love diannmillsauthor has written a spellbinding novel that kept me captive into the late night hours The story begins with a volatile hostage situation with the heroine Carrington negotiating for the release of undocumented immigrants While the hero Levi is covering the story for his publisher I loved that the story is in first person with both the main characters As a reader but the heroine is a private hostage negotiator and the hero is an investigative journalist Acquainted through previous cases one situation impacts them profoundly and they are drawn into finding justice for the Kendrix family. Lethal standoff by diann mills I expected this to be a fast paced plot and it was But I was surprised by the amount of medical injuries crises the storyline about severed relationships due to spiritual beliefs and the depth of the family secrets and betrayals At times I wasn t sure who to trust and that ratcheted up the tension and made the pages fly by. Lethal standoff diann mills However the romantic connection between the hero and heroine didn t feel realistic and was tell than show I was worried the immigration plotline would become political and I m confident the author s political beliefs are completely opposed to mine but she managed to keep the topic relatively balanced. Lethal standoff by diann mills Thank you to Tyndale Fiction for the complimentary copy of this novel all opinions are my own English From the looks of you two the other side is winning That line was a total crack up While this hostage negotiation story wasn t big in the comedy department I will say that the author DiAnn Mills put Carrington and Levi through the ringer. Lethal standoff by diann mills I worried that the author backed herself into a corner since the story was about a hostage scenario and suspected it would only need a few scenes or that i wouldn t connect with the story if there were too many days in the life of a negotiator But this book didn t disappoint There is so much that goes on during the aftermath. Lethal standoff by diann mills The author did a great job at tugging emotions that I even felt sorry for Williams Kindrix the man who abducted a slew of people old and young Like I said before having the hero and heroin go through so much really took the story to another level Carrington and Levi came to life with every effort they took to piece together Will s motives and help his family. Lethal standoff by diann mills And woah I was not even in the right ballpark when it came to who the real enemy was Man makes plans but God s will is perfect and the author incorporated a great move to tie the story together all involved with the last intense moment That might sound vague but I wont spoil the ending Thank you DiAnn Mills for great story and an awesome inspiring message I received this book through Net Galley and was not required to give a positive review English Scripture ConnectionDo not be afraid of sudden terror or of the ruin of the wicked when it comes for the LORD will be your confidence and will keep your foot from being caught. Lethal standoff by diann mills Prov 3 25 26This is the verse that came to mind as I prayed about a Scripture connection Both protagonists are working in dangerous high stakes professions and act courageously While one character is coming from a place of trust the other grows to trust the Lord. Lethal standoff by diann mills Spiritual ThemesThe bottom line is truth and love go hand in hand You can t have one without the other Because Jesus is both truth and lovechokengtitik

titikchokeng 231This quotation is from a longer passage which I would consider to be the richest in the book which explores the meanings of truth and love. Lethal standoff diann mills This is the most explicit statement of my favorite theme in the book which also comes through narratively The male lead Levi is a reporter who strives to convey truth regardless of whether that truth aligns with his publisher s agenda And his desire for truth is fueled by a love of and concern for others. Lethal standoff by diann mills The passage also ties in very well thematically with the mystery plot That s all I ll say to avoid spoilers What I LikedAs I ve mentioned in past reviews I occasionally find myself checking out when it s time to read about the male protagonist in stories While this is usually the case in romances and less so in romantic suspense I found the male protagonist in Lethal Standoff to be especially engaging He s an interesting character because he s a Messianic Jew as well as a reporter. Lethal standoff diann mills Although my background is different from Levi s I would describe myself as Messianic I really really liked reading about Carrington s experience attending a Shabbat service and how the Lord deeply used this experience for her I didn t grow up Messianic but as my mom began to introduce me to Jewish customs and teachings I also encountered Jesus in a different way This was especially true for me in terms of understanding communion. Lethal standoff by diann mills And I really liked that Levi was a reporter not because it is an interesting profession but because the author used this to delve into the idea of bias in the news In today s cultural moment it is so challenging to find news that is accurately reporting events so I really liked seeing how Levi wrangled with this and how the pressure affected his ability to do a good job. Lethal standoff by diann mills Levi wasn t seeking to forward an agenda but the truth regardless of which side it fell on I also feel that Mills did a good job of presenting a balanced narrative in terms of treating innocent characters with compassion without relying on assumption It was also neat to read from the perspective of the reporter rather than just hearing from frustrated people who were having negative experiences reading or being represented in the news. Lethal standoff by diann mills Carrington struggles to trust people and I feel that this element is portrayed realistically In particular I appreciated that she takes ownership of her triggers not only in terms of recognizing them but also in terms of taking responsibility for how she responds when triggered. Lethal standoff by diann mills I also like that both Carrington and Levi demonstrate compassion towards those they re working with They go far beyond professional expectations as they continue reaching out to those who have been harmed. Lethal standoff by diann mills Content NotesEarly on in the book Levi s narrative references the Bible verse about being ashamed of Yeshua as he considers interaction with his very opposed family He goes on to talk about eternity with Yeshua I m flagging this as a content note because I m resistant to fear guilt tactics Thankfully this does not turn into a main theme in the book. Lethal standoff diann mills There are some physical descriptions which I especially noticed in Carrington s observations of Levi One description uses the phrase just tempting to describe his physique after an acknowledgment that he s not over the top muscular p 137. Lethal standoff by diann mills Respectful DiscussionLevi develops feelings for Carrington and begins pursuing her when Carrington isn t walking with the Lord While I was glad to see Carrington gradually develop faith as she begins to recognize through Lord s presence I felt uncomfortable with the unequal yoking Honestly at points I felt that the romance element took away from the story I found myself wanting to get through a romantic relational scene and back to the action. Lethal standoff by diann mills I d also like to mention that Lethal Standoff touches on some very harsh contemporary events in terms of crimes being committed While I did have some concerns about this material being used sensationally I feel that the pairing of these events with a journalistic perspective brings awareness to important and awful issues of our time. Lethal standoff by diann mills Recommendation StatusWell paced and suspenseful Lethal Standoff is a multi layered mystery that offers a timely exploration of today s journalistic climate Reader discretion recommended due to the unequal yoking and because of the content noted above. Lethal standoff by diann mills Disclosure I received a complimentary copy of the book from the publisher Opinions expressed are my own English Pain can be a beautiful thing if we allow it to work miracles in our lives. Lethal standoff by diann mills Every time I read a DiAnn Mills book I am completely blown away It s been a little while since I ve read one and this book hit the spot I loved Carrington and Levi s first person voices that allowed me to really get into their hearts and minds and of course I absolutely loved the intense psychological suspense that s the backbone of the story Carrington s profession as a private hostage negotiator was a fascinating one to learn about and Levi s struggle with his family after converting to Messianic Judaism was heart breaking Carrington and Levi s straight forward relationship that went from work to friendship to was quite delightful Their shared commitment to justice and truth was incredible and their faith journey individually and together was remarkable Plenty of plot twists will have you gripping the edge of your favorite reading chair The author does address a volatile topic of border crossing but does it with sensitivity and a focus on humanity. Lethal standoff by diann mills If you enjoy romantic suspense this book is a must read with its intricate plot complex characters and compelling faith thread I received a complimentary copy courtesy of Tyndale House Publishers via JustRead Tours and was under no obligation to post a positive comment All opinions are my own English The thing is God can t be explained He must be experienced I was completely blown away by DiAnn Mills exploration into why people explode into violent actions and if they are wired from birth with a propensity to commit unthinkable crimes. Lethal standoff by diann mills Mills main characters a hostage negotiator Carrington Reed and a journalist Levi Ehrlich play off each other extremely well allowing readers greater insights into their characters It doesn t take long for readers to see that the negotiator and journalistic careers lent themselves to distrust It s the breaking down of this wall that keeps readers interested in these two characters hoping that they ll eventually find comfort in each other. Lethal standoff by diann mills Mills examination of what happens when we allow fear and anger to take root and grow is stellar She shows that everyone at the scene from the hostages to the media the fine line between revenge and justice and between pain and purpose. Lethal standoff by diann mills I really hope this new to me author DiAnn Mills hasn t finished with the Outlier and her sidekick as I m eager for I was gifted this copy by Tyndale House Publishers and NetGalley and was under no obligation to provide a review English There is so much going on in this ingeniously plotted tense story What starts out as a hostage situation turns into an investigation into a murder and so much Private negotiator Carrington is in the thick of a deadly standoff but when it is over she has to make sure the victims gets the care they need Journalist Levi began covering a story but like Carrington becomes personally involved they put their heads together totally getting that they are not qualified investigators but circumstances put them in the middle of the confounding aftermath I liked the alternating viewpoints of Carrington and Levi It was interesting to get into their heads Carrington is battling her own demons and learns to trust God Levi is a messianic Jew and that aspect was very well explained We are a dangerous pair Curiosity and compassion Always in trouble And as they share danger the romance blooms The layered twists and turns had me quickly turning pages in the villain was a total surprise The romance was paced just right and the faith element brightly shown The future wore a mask but the One in charge held it in his hand I knew it I felt it I believed it I received a complementary copy of this book from Tyndall on behalf of the author through PICT tours and via NetGalley I was not required to post a favorable review All opinions are my own English I really liked the mystery and it had me guessing til the end and I did enjoy the book as a whole Some parts were a little hard to follow but it did wrap up nicely in the end. Lethal standoff by diann mills I really liked learning and delving deeper into what a hostage negotiator does It s actually one of my favorite fields to learn about in the criminal job field I think the author did a great job with the character and her career. Lethal standoff diann mills This book for me personally was hard As someone who struggles with severe eye issues I almost put it down because the main character also went through something similar I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the author All views expressed are only my honest opinion English Lethal Standoff by DiAnn Mills 5 Stars God does hear He cares The one thing I feel in my bones is His love Blog Post about a WILD ride My first DiAnn Mills book and will NOT be my last This had everything you want in a good romantic suspense Great balance of romance and suspense in my opinion Characters you connect with faith content you love to see and it s quite the page turner DiAnn s writing is wonderful and I highly recommend you check this book out if you love a good romantic suspense story. Lethal standoff diann mills In this one we follow Carrington and Levi Carrington is a hostage negotiator and Levi is an investigative reporter They are both on the scene of 15 hostages being held by the Kendrix brothers in an abandoned house in South Texas The brothers are armed and dangerous and refusing to let them go Things start off from here as we have this great story that keeps you connected invested and needing to know all the twists and turns Carrington and Levi take along the way The romance depicted in this book was developed and layered they really communicated well and didn t rush through things since there was so much going on We have so much backstories too between the two and I loved learning about them along the way from Levi s family issues due to his faith and Carrington s guilt and health journey so much depth with these characters Levi s faith was also encouraging and seeing him talk to Carrington about it was beautiful especially how everything wrapped up for her faith journey in the end I loved the dual POV between Levi and Carrington too I think it really added to the story. Lethal standoff diann mills The pacing was perfection in this book and DiAnn really keeps you engaged I cannot recommend it enough I think it s safe to say I ll be reading all of DiAnn s books I can going forward Thank you to Tyndale House Publishers for a copy of the book to honestly read and review All thoughts and opinions are my own English Lethal Standoff has everything I look for in a great novel Alongside a heartwarming romance the plot and themes of this page turner are pulled from current events and offer a hopeful triumphant message for readers Highly recommended English

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: Lethal standoff by diann mills Award winning author DiAnn Mills delivers pulse pounding romantic suspense about secrets betrayal and finding a path to forgiveness, Lethal standoff diann mills The pacing of the mystery is excellent Clues are teased out gradually contributing to a well textured puzzling plotline My theories shifted throughout the reading.Includes discussion guide for book groups.The word crip is used teasingly which I did not appreciate