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danicapage's review
5.0
Whoops I thought I had posted my review already.
Basically, I love Irene Hannon. With each single book I read from her, she solidifies her position as one of my favorite authors.
This was the perfect conclusion to this series and I'm so glad that I got to read it. It is on my favorites shift and is definitely one I'll reread.
If you haven't read this series, then you really should.
Basically, I love Irene Hannon. With each single book I read from her, she solidifies her position as one of my favorite authors.
This was the perfect conclusion to this series and I'm so glad that I got to read it. It is on my favorites shift and is definitely one I'll reread.
If you haven't read this series, then you really should.
melmo2610's review
5.0
Excellent end to the Guardians of Justice trilogy. The mystery element was very well written and kept me engaged in the story throughout and I loved the characters of Cole and Kelly and their interactions. Can't wait for Irene's next book Vanished due out in January!
shammons's review
4.0
Another excellent book by Irene Hannon. I have really enjoyed these Guardians of Justice books, as well as others I've read by her. I'll definitely look for more by this author, good Christian fiction.
cebowers85's review
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
55bookworm63's review
4.0
I love her books because they have the perfect combination of suspense, romance with a dash of humor. I will eventually get through all of her books!
emslovestoread's review
4.0
I love this series! My only complaint is that there are only 3 books. I want more!
blackngoldgirlsbookspot's review
4.0
Who would have thought that a Christian suspense novel could have elements of The Godfather movies, Castle TV series, and a James Patterson book all while exploring faith and spiritual relationships? I think that Irene Hannon is the only author with the talent to pull it off. Lethal Legacy, the final book in the Guardians of Justice trilogy brings so much stuff that I love about great fiction (TV too!) and puts them all together to make a story that was very difficult for me to put down.
From the first I was very intrigued, it's not everyday you read a Christian book centered around murder and organized crime so this was a refreshing and a bit spine-tingling to boot. I always enjoy the heroines of Irene's stories as TSTL (too stupid to live) is never an issue and Kelly Warren is no exception. Her heroes are great too, they always have the alpha male thing going on without being overly arrogant jerks. Cole Taylor is one delish detective who is officially a member of Black 'n Gold Girl's Book Boyfriend Club. His devotion to finding the truth and getting justice for Kelly's late father as well his willingness to take as much time as needed to win Kelly's heart make's him an A-Okay guy in my book.
The story did lull a bit for me about 2/3 of the way through since there really wasn't any mystery surrounding the "bad guys" since we learned who they were pretty much straight off. Usually about that time in a story I'm looking for a red herring to throw me off a bit but that didn't happen. That said, the latter parts of the book were very suspenseful. I was really surprised at how Ms. Hannon handled one of the characters but then again this is a book about a crime family so I guess I should have known that somebody would get, to put it bluntly, knocked off.All in all Lethal Legacy is a book I'd recommend to anyone, whether they be male or female, who loves a good suspense story.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book for review from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255.*
From the first I was very intrigued, it's not everyday you read a Christian book centered around murder and organized crime so this was a refreshing and a bit spine-tingling to boot. I always enjoy the heroines of Irene's stories as TSTL (too stupid to live) is never an issue and Kelly Warren is no exception. Her heroes are great too, they always have the alpha male thing going on without being overly arrogant jerks. Cole Taylor is one delish detective who is officially a member of Black 'n Gold Girl's Book Boyfriend Club. His devotion to finding the truth and getting justice for Kelly's late father as well his willingness to take as much time as needed to win Kelly's heart make's him an A-Okay guy in my book.
The story did lull a bit for me about 2/3 of the way through since there really wasn't any mystery surrounding the "bad guys" since we learned who they were pretty much straight off. Usually about that time in a story I'm looking for a red herring to throw me off a bit but that didn't happen. That said, the latter parts of the book were very suspenseful. I was really surprised at how Ms. Hannon handled one of the characters but then again this is a book about a crime family so I guess I should have known that somebody would get, to put it bluntly, knocked off.All in all Lethal Legacy is a book I'd recommend to anyone, whether they be male or female, who loves a good suspense story.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book for review from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255.*
kame's review against another edition
5.0
5 Stars! I ADORED this book - and series!
I am so sorry my time with the Taylor siblings has come to an end. Each of these books rated 5 stars with me. This last book, Lethal Legacy is about the middle Taylor sibling, Cole. Cole has been a present in each of his siblings’ stories and in this book we will finally see him find the woman he is meant to spend the rest of his life with and find out why he lost his faith.
Kelly’s father committed suicide; well that is at least what the police department determined. She is not convinced, even though her father was diagnosed with cancer he had determination to fight the disease – however the police determined he committed suicide by a combination of drugs, alcohol and carbon monoxide. Months later Kelly receives a shipment of tulip bulbs with an attached note dated the day before his death from her father stating he will help her plant these bulbs and enjoy the blooms with her in the Spring. Kelly is convinced it is proof he was murdered, who would send a note like that the day before killing yourself. She goes to police headquarters with the note, but the detective in charge of her father’s case is on vacation – so Cole Taylor is asked to speak with her.
Cole is not convinced the note is enough to open her father’s case again. But he does feel a connection with Kelly – however Cole is determined to keep his work life and personal life separate. Cole resolve is tested one day when is leaving the hospital after gathering information on a different case and he realizes Kelly is being brought into the emergency room for treatment for a life threatening allergic reaction. Is this an accident, or does someone want Kelly to stop digging for facts.
This is the third and last book in the Guardian’s of Justice series, it can be read as a stand alone book. However I recommend reading the other books in the series first for the greatest possible enjoyment. Each of the Taylor siblings and their significant others appear in this book, knowing their background stories enhance the scenes where they are all together. (for example there are references to Alison’s lack of talent for making coffee that are just funnier if you read her story) This book has suspense, a plot that twists and turns, some check-ins with previous characters and a glimpse on how Cole finds his faith again. I LOVE Irene Hannon’s romantic suspense and preordered this book, the date of release was on my calendar. The only thing I would do is add a Taylor cousin that Irene can write a book about so I can check in with the Taylor family again! Irene has a whole new series starting early 2013 and I will be preordering that title as soon as it is available.
I am so sorry my time with the Taylor siblings has come to an end. Each of these books rated 5 stars with me. This last book, Lethal Legacy is about the middle Taylor sibling, Cole. Cole has been a present in each of his siblings’ stories and in this book we will finally see him find the woman he is meant to spend the rest of his life with and find out why he lost his faith.
Kelly’s father committed suicide; well that is at least what the police department determined. She is not convinced, even though her father was diagnosed with cancer he had determination to fight the disease – however the police determined he committed suicide by a combination of drugs, alcohol and carbon monoxide. Months later Kelly receives a shipment of tulip bulbs with an attached note dated the day before his death from her father stating he will help her plant these bulbs and enjoy the blooms with her in the Spring. Kelly is convinced it is proof he was murdered, who would send a note like that the day before killing yourself. She goes to police headquarters with the note, but the detective in charge of her father’s case is on vacation – so Cole Taylor is asked to speak with her.
Cole is not convinced the note is enough to open her father’s case again. But he does feel a connection with Kelly – however Cole is determined to keep his work life and personal life separate. Cole resolve is tested one day when is leaving the hospital after gathering information on a different case and he realizes Kelly is being brought into the emergency room for treatment for a life threatening allergic reaction. Is this an accident, or does someone want Kelly to stop digging for facts.
This is the third and last book in the Guardian’s of Justice series, it can be read as a stand alone book. However I recommend reading the other books in the series first for the greatest possible enjoyment. Each of the Taylor siblings and their significant others appear in this book, knowing their background stories enhance the scenes where they are all together. (for example there are references to Alison’s lack of talent for making coffee that are just funnier if you read her story) This book has suspense, a plot that twists and turns, some check-ins with previous characters and a glimpse on how Cole finds his faith again. I LOVE Irene Hannon’s romantic suspense and preordered this book, the date of release was on my calendar. The only thing I would do is add a Taylor cousin that Irene can write a book about so I can check in with the Taylor family again! Irene has a whole new series starting early 2013 and I will be preordering that title as soon as it is available.