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Targeted to Kill
Romantic Suspense at its best, with a keep you up all night reading intensity. Sometimes redemption and second chances at love come with the worst circumstances. Guilt and grief were copartners in the death of Mick Hampton and Becca Jefferson's love. But, now, FBI agent Mick Hampton must stop a horrific attack on American soil as well as save the woman he has loved for most of his life.
The undercover operation to stop an attack takes a dramatic left turn when Mick’s former fiancé is kidnapped by the terrorists.
Is Becca Jefferson’s kidnapping a matter of simple revenge? Or do the terrorists know more than Mick thinks they do?
The operation becomes a desperate attempt to survive for Becca and Mick, while still preventing the murder of countless innocent civilians.
Love may be the prize, if they survive.
The undercover operation to stop an attack takes a dramatic left turn when Mick’s former fiancé is kidnapped by the terrorists.
Is Becca Jefferson’s kidnapping a matter of simple revenge? Or do the terrorists know more than Mick thinks they do?
The operation becomes a desperate attempt to survive for Becca and Mick, while still preventing the murder of countless innocent civilians.
Love may be the prize, if they survive.
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First published December 15, 2013
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About the author
Riley McKissack
27 books42 followersRiley McKissack is an award-winning journalist. Cornered gunmen, cop killers, a bomb going off in a domestic terrorism incident, Riley’s covered them all. Riley spent years chasing stories involving every type of bad guy and cop imaginable, including FBI, Homeland Security, homicide detectives and arson investigators.
Riley sponged up the drama, tension and danger on SWAT operations, hostage negotiations, drug busts and countless other dangerous situations.
That passion and drama spills out onto the pages of Riley’s novels, along with the personal stories behind the men and women who stand between danger and the people they love.
Riley sponged up the drama, tension and danger on SWAT operations, hostage negotiations, drug busts and countless other dangerous situations.
That passion and drama spills out onto the pages of Riley’s novels, along with the personal stories behind the men and women who stand between danger and the people they love.
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June 27, 2014
Targeted
By Riley McKissack
Mick is deep undercover and never expects to see Becca, his high school sweetheart during the mission. Mick seems like all cop. He wants to do everything he can to protect his country and the woman he loves, even if it’s from himself. He’s also unflinchingly loyal. All of these are great qualities but can cause issues with an independent woman like Becca.
She’s feisty and not ready to back down from danger. She’s the kind of woman I would like to think I’d be if I was in danger. She stands toe to toe with Mick and even saves his butt a few times. She’s a perfect complement to his tough as nails personality. She softens him and makes him more approachable.
The suspense in this story kept me guessing. Ms. McKissack has tied her fictional story into some very believable scenarios from history such as the Oklahoma Bombing and the White Supremacist Movement. The bad guys seem evident but the corruption goes much deeper than the reader thinks and keeps you on the edge of your seat. She also sets up her story for the perfect sequel as we get to meet some amazing men and women who work in law enforcement. Fans of romantic suspense and strong storylines will love Targeted!
By Riley McKissack
Mick is deep undercover and never expects to see Becca, his high school sweetheart during the mission. Mick seems like all cop. He wants to do everything he can to protect his country and the woman he loves, even if it’s from himself. He’s also unflinchingly loyal. All of these are great qualities but can cause issues with an independent woman like Becca.
She’s feisty and not ready to back down from danger. She’s the kind of woman I would like to think I’d be if I was in danger. She stands toe to toe with Mick and even saves his butt a few times. She’s a perfect complement to his tough as nails personality. She softens him and makes him more approachable.
The suspense in this story kept me guessing. Ms. McKissack has tied her fictional story into some very believable scenarios from history such as the Oklahoma Bombing and the White Supremacist Movement. The bad guys seem evident but the corruption goes much deeper than the reader thinks and keeps you on the edge of your seat. She also sets up her story for the perfect sequel as we get to meet some amazing men and women who work in law enforcement. Fans of romantic suspense and strong storylines will love Targeted!
December 10, 2017
I obtained this free e-book from Amazon and I am voluntarily writing a review. Becca is the adult daughter of the county judge and a school teacher. One night while walking her dog she is kidnapped by a van full of escaped convicts from the state prison. Mick is an undercover FBI agent that was planted in the state prison to infiltrate a home grown terrorist group that has ties to the outside that intel shows they are planning a bombing to start a rebellion against the US government. Mick and Becca have a history, he was the man she was going to marry and live happily ever after until one night on a bust gone bad he was shot and his police partner was killed, her twin sister.
March 16, 2019
Meh! Just another long-winded story with way too much repetition. If all the repetitive thoughts inside the main character's head were removed it would barely make a novella. And what's with the fade to black love scene? It's supposed to be a romantic suspense. It read like milk toast. The main character is supposed to be a smart undercover FBI agent and he comes off acting really dense at times. As a reader, I was unable to connect with any of the characters in this story. I'm not very smart, but I couldn't dumb myself down to their level.
May 29, 2019
Targeted to Kill was a very believable tale.
Riley McKissack weaves a great story with a believable cast of characters. Riley makes the most of Bad things that happen in today's world. If you love edge of your seat action and a mystery that will keep you guessing, get this book. You won't believe who turns out to be one of the scum of the universe.
Riley McKissack weaves a great story with a believable cast of characters. Riley makes the most of Bad things that happen in today's world. If you love edge of your seat action and a mystery that will keep you guessing, get this book. You won't believe who turns out to be one of the scum of the universe.
March 15, 2016
Very suspenseful and exciting book with a conspiracy feel.
In Targeted to Kill you meet a young bright teacher who was the love and drive to help others. Although her past is littered with pain, loss, and hopelessness, she remains strong and fights thru everyday. That is until she is kidnapped as a way to get back at her father the Judge. At least that is what they believe. Things only get more exciting from there. As the story line developed there are more red flags along the way leading you to believe that is was all a conspiracy and less of a small town criminal kidnaping.
The characters are very interesting and I would have loved a little more insight into the support characters minds. Over all I was very drawn in and could not wait to see what would happen next!
In Targeted to Kill you meet a young bright teacher who was the love and drive to help others. Although her past is littered with pain, loss, and hopelessness, she remains strong and fights thru everyday. That is until she is kidnapped as a way to get back at her father the Judge. At least that is what they believe. Things only get more exciting from there. As the story line developed there are more red flags along the way leading you to believe that is was all a conspiracy and less of a small town criminal kidnaping.
The characters are very interesting and I would have loved a little more insight into the support characters minds. Over all I was very drawn in and could not wait to see what would happen next!
June 17, 2019
Well i made it through chapter seven which is the best I've done thus far today but this book was ridiculously ott. Every time the hero mentioned how much he loved his job all i could think about was "murica fuck yeah". Every piece of dialogue was ridiculous even the inner kind. But at least this terrible run of books has caused me to be a little more discerning with what i l had left on my nook, unfortunately this one made the cut but now i have only seven un read books in my possession and after reading them (or quitting them) i can finally start buying books again
May 19, 2015
This was alright. I never really got into it. There weren't any moments that had my heart pounding. Also the build up for the love scene and it was a complete let down. A fade to black moment. It was weird because I expected Mick to be all bad ass and he wasn't. Not sure if I will read the rest of the series.
August 18, 2014
This book is full of suspense and the storyline was just well thought out. I won this book by signing up for Riley McKissack's Newsletter. I am looking forward to the next book in this series. I was hooked as soon as I started reading and If you have not read this then I recommend that you should.
September 4, 2014
This story started out in a really unique way, and I loved every part of it! I loved Becca and Mick, and it was interesting learning about their history as the story progressed. This book had the right amount of suspense and romance. I'm excited to read the next book in this series!
December 2, 2015
Tense and riveting
Story begins with a jail break and kidnapping. Hero and heroine are involved in present day situation with traumatic backstory between them in the mix. They must overcome past tragedies and work together to survive this new situation. An intense read.
Story begins with a jail break and kidnapping. Hero and heroine are involved in present day situation with traumatic backstory between them in the mix. They must overcome past tragedies and work together to survive this new situation. An intense read.
March 15, 2015
dirty cops...
December 8, 2015
Enjoyed the book
A good book. A really good plot and the characters were perfect. Never knew what was going to happen next.
A good book. A really good plot and the characters were perfect. Never knew what was going to happen next.
March 14, 2016
good read!
April 10, 2019
Awesome
Very interesting and heart warming. Couldn't put it down. All law enforcement isn't corrupt. There is light at the end of the tunnel.
Very interesting and heart warming. Couldn't put it down. All law enforcement isn't corrupt. There is light at the end of the tunnel.
July 23, 2021
Great story
This story is the culmination of good rising above evil. Becca has lost so much in such a short period. Her sister Tess was killed while on the job and the love of her life Mick left her. Mick blamed himself day after day for not saving his partner and for hurting Becca. He couldn't even think of looking Becca in the face after what happened on his watch. When Mick is given an undercover assignment he never thinks the assignment with bring him back to Becca. Becca is shocked when she's kidnapped and even more so when she hears Mick in the vehicle. Mick knows he has to get Becca out of danger but his every option is shot down by Becca. Will they be able to escape and find their love once again?
This story is the culmination of good rising above evil. Becca has lost so much in such a short period. Her sister Tess was killed while on the job and the love of her life Mick left her. Mick blamed himself day after day for not saving his partner and for hurting Becca. He couldn't even think of looking Becca in the face after what happened on his watch. When Mick is given an undercover assignment he never thinks the assignment with bring him back to Becca. Becca is shocked when she's kidnapped and even more so when she hears Mick in the vehicle. Mick knows he has to get Becca out of danger but his every option is shot down by Becca. Will they be able to escape and find their love once again?
February 18, 2019
Mick has been undercover for months trying to stop the drug runners who killed his partner and his girlfriends twin. He walks away from Becca over the quilt he feels about her sisters death. It has been two years since he has seen Becca and now she and her father have fallen right in the middle of his undercover op. Can Becca convince him that Her sisters death was not his fault and can he save her and her father.
May 5, 2018
Good story
Good Idea
Good Characters
Good Read
Good Idea
Good Characters
Good Read
May 31, 2018
Great read
Brought into play every emotion you could imagine! And also romance. Good versus evil, suspense, and the mystery of exactly who the “bad guys” were.
Brought into play every emotion you could imagine! And also romance. Good versus evil, suspense, and the mystery of exactly who the “bad guys” were.
November 27, 2018
Enjoyable read. Plenty of action.
June 4, 2019
Good
This is one where the good people. In law enforcement have to find the bad one and evil of there law enforcement officers
This is one where the good people. In law enforcement have to find the bad one and evil of there law enforcement officers
January 27, 2022
Really enjoyed this book. Fast pacing and needed to be read in 1 marathan sitting.
June 16, 2016
Good read
I got this as a free kindle book and don't regret it at all. Lots of action and some romance. I look forward to the next. Some phrases were used a little too many times is my reason for 4 stars.
I got this as a free kindle book and don't regret it at all. Lots of action and some romance. I look forward to the next. Some phrases were used a little too many times is my reason for 4 stars.
August 16, 2015
Target!!
This book was a free one for me. I read it in one day.. it's pretty good.. there are some pretty good suspenseful moments in this story for sure..
This book was a free one for me. I read it in one day.. it's pretty good.. there are some pretty good suspenseful moments in this story for sure..
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