Shielding the Suspect

Truman Brothers #2

by C.J. Miller

C. J. Miller weaves a story of deception and framing that will keep you guessing…. She woke up on her ex-fiancé's boat with his blood on her hands. Is it possible that Susan Prescott killed Justin and didn't remember it? When the artist is accused of murder, the only one who will believe and protect her is Brady Truman. Brady, her former lover. Brady, who must dispel his agonizing self-doubts if he hopes to help anyone else…. 

 

To find the real killer—and the hitmen gunning for them—Susan and Brady have to deal with their still-simmering desire. It all hinges on Susan's memory. Will returning to the boat trigger her recall…or plunge her deeper into danger?

Genres: Harlequin, Romance

288 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2013

About the author

C.J. Miller is the author of 20 contemporary romances, including the Ocean Sands Series.

She lives in Maryland and can often be found with a book in her hand or writing one on her computer.

Reviews

[Thereadingbell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Brady received a call from his brother telling him his ex- girlfriend, Susan was involved in a homicide and the victim is her fiancé. Brady is recovering from his injury, is still feeling sorry for himself but when Susan is in trouble, Brady decided to leave behind his own problem and help her. This case also involved his brother where his integrity is in question by his superior. Brady intends to find the truth behind the murder because he trusted Susan and there is no way she could have murder him. But the task is more difficult that what he intentionally thought of because Susan could not remembered anything that has happened. To make things worse, someone want her life while the police are closing in. Somehow, they ended up on the run trying to find their ways around the mess and to find the killer who is responsible for all the killings.

The story had some romance, suspense, and action packed it was engaging fast story.

[Eliana]

Reread

[Rhonda · Rating 4 out of 5]

My Review: Shielding the Suspect
4 STARS

Wow! Lots of drama, action, love scenes. Every time you think they are safe something else happens. I like Brady and his brothers. They want to do what is right. Help others.
Brady was in the military and now he is hurt. He can't go back. He is lucky that he can even walk again. He walks with pain, he is still going to physical therapy weekly. He keeps feeling sorry for himself, but when his brother the police detective is in trouble, His ex girlfriend is being questioned at the murder of her fiancé. Brady steps up to the plate to help them.
Susan does not remember what happen on Justin's yacht. She woke up with blood on her hands and no Justin. The first policeman on scene was Reily. He called for different officers when he realized who was missing.
Now someone is after Susan and the police think she is guilty. They don't believe she is in danger. Brady is stepping up to the plate to protect her. He knows she would not have done anything to Justin.
Brady hates Justin and Justin hated Brady back. Justin's dad is a three star and has a lot of power. He believes Susan is guilty of murdering his son.
The problems with the book is unanswered questions. How did they keep finding Brady and Susan so fast? What was Justin really up to? The questions just did not totally get answered to my liking.
I want to know more about Connor too?
Lots of action scenes, They were always running away from the bad guys. Car chases, fire. Everyone was looking for Susan and Brady including the police.
I would like to read more from C.J. Miller in the future.
I was given this ebook to read and asked in return to give honest review of it by Netgalley.
September 3rd 2013 by Harlequin Romantic Suspense 288 pages ISBN 9780373278404

Description below off of Netgalley

C. J. Miller weaves a story of deception and framing that will keep you guessing….
She woke up on her ex-fiancé's boat with his blood on her hands. Is it possible that Susan Prescott killed Justin and didn't remember it? When the artist is accused of murder, the only one who will believe and protect her is Brady Truman. Brady, her former lover. Brady, who must dispel his agonizing self-doubts if he hopes to help anyone else….
To find the real killer—and the hitmen gunning for them—Susan and Brady have to deal with their still-simmering desire. It all hinges on Susan's memory. Will returning to the boat trigger her recall…or plunge her deeper into danger?

[Hsiau Wei · Rating 3 out of 5]

Brady received a call from his brother informing that his ex- girlfriend, Susan was involved in a homicide and the victim is her fiancé. He, who is recovering from his injury, is still feeling sorry for himself but when Susan is in trouble, Brady decided to leave behind his own problem and help her. This case also involved his brother where his integrity is in question by his superior. Brady intends to find the truth behind the murder because he trusted Susan and there is no way she could have murder him. But the task is more difficult that what he intentionally thought of because Susan could not remembered anything that has happened. To make things worse, someone want her life while the police are closing in. Somehow, they ended up on the run trying to find their ways around the mess and to find the killer who is responsible for all the killings.

This book is jammed pack with actions, romance and suspense. There are also some twist and turns in the story which the author have done brilliantly especially towards the end of the story. Though there questions arising from the beginning of the story; the ending will provide the answers for all to know. Overall, this is a fast paced story to read and it is so difficult for me to put it down while reading it.

[Janet · Rating 4 out of 5]

Evidently there are other books involving the Truman brothers and I can't wait to get my hands on them! Shielding The Suspect packed a lot of romance into the huge load of action and suspense plotted in this second chance Romantic Suspense. The pacing was fast, the action intense, the twists and turns came fast and furious and sometimes I needed a break, but wouldn't take one because I had to know what was next!
The character driven romance involving Brady and Susan was oh, so satisfying; their love scenes were steamy and actually added to the story and moved the plot along. The secondary characters were strong as well, including Brady's 2 brothers, and those are men I want to read more about. Ms. Miller wove a tight mystery and I was kept guessing and wondering throughout, which I find an especially desirable skill.
*I received my copy from NetGalley.com in exchange for an honest review.

[Mary Lou Griffith · Rating 5 out of 5]

Boy lets girl go for her own good....one problem-he didn't consult her as to her opinion on the matter. Set-ups from a high level military man threaten the safety of the girl. There are several interesting twists and I could easily see this as a movie. I loved the loyalty of the Truman family.

[Harlequin Books]

Received 4 stars @ RT Book Reviews

[S Miller]

Used - Good (Some spine creases)