
Rescuing a child makes a killer’s target.
Racing into a burning cabin to search for survivors, firefighter Diana Cameron stumbles upon an unconscious child—and two bodies with bullet wounds. When a sniper targets their narrow escape, Diana has no choice but to team up with bodyguard Chase Mitchell to keep the little girl safe. Uncovering the identity of the murder victims is the only way to find the killer. But as they’re chased by gunmen into the mountain wilderness, can they protect a tiny witness from the unknown…when the truth is more sinister than they imagined?
My Review:
Whoa – what a compelling romantic suspense! I listened to the audio edition, and I have to say that narrator Alexis Vandom’s performance increased my appreciation of the storytelling that much more. The way she delivers the dialogue – especially when Diana and Chase are sniping at each other — just brilliant! She draws out the tension, infuses emotion into these characters and just made the story more engaging for me. Excellent narration.
And the story? Phew! High-octane intrigue from the get go. Excellent pacing. Even though the danger is relentless and Chase and Diana face endless obstacles, the author creates enough breathing space for a believable relationship to develop. And that sweet little girl they are protecting adds a poignant touch to the story. As does the inspirational thread the author has deftly woven throughout – even in the midst of uncertain peril.
I need to read more of Deena Alexander’s novels, including catching up on her backlist because it looks like this book is part of a series featuring Chase’s private security team. (No worries though – it reads well as a standalone.) But I’m intrigued now that I’ve met the whole gang and I need to know all their stories.
My thanks to Harlequin Audio and Net Galley for providing me with an audio edition of this novel.
GIVEAWAY OPPORTUNITY:
This giveaway is for a print or ebook copy. Winner’s choice.
US – available in print or ebook — winner’s choice
Canada – available in print or ebook or audible (if available) — winner’s choice
International – ebook copy if you have a US Kindle account.
If you would like a chance to win a copy of Hiding the Witness, leave a comment below or email me at kavluvstoread AT yahoo DOT ca. If you add an email to your comment, remember to use AT and DOT instead of @ and . in order to protect yourself from spammers. If you enter the draw via email, please add the title to the subject line so it’s easy to spot your entry. Draw will be held and winner announced on Saturday March 8 2025.
This is going on my TBR. Thank you for the opportunity to win.
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You’re welcome, Angie. Good luck!
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This sounds like an exciting book. Please put me on the list to win it. Thanks Becky! adult4becky at aol dot com
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It’s a brilliant suspense. Good luck, Becky!
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What a great cover! I see the little girl looking for answers of all being ok from the woman and the woman trying to not show emotion, but not quite managing it. The coloring just accentuates it all the more. Ok, enough about my cover love.
HIDING THE WITNESS sounds like a fabulous read. I do enjoy this author’s books and sadly I haven’t read as many of them as I would like. It’s on my TBR list and after reading your review, I’m more excited about the prospect of reading Chase and Diana’s story to see how they protect this precious little girl.
Thank you for the chance to win a copy!
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I need to hunt down the rest of the series. And doesn’t that cover just sell the story?! Good luck, Kay!
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I haven’t read any book by this author. This one sounds like a good one to start with.
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Definitely a great place to start! Good luck, Becky!
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That cover shouts read me. leliamae54(at)aol(dot)com
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Yes it does! Good luck, Lucy!
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New author for me thanks.
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Good luck, Kim!
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I have not read anything by her, thanks for introducing me. I will be looking into this book and others by her, I love romantic suspense books!
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Happy to make the introduction. Good luck, Cindy!
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