Targeted

Agents of Justice #3

by Susanna Haymond

Just when it seems life can’t get any darker, his past comes back to haunt him.

DEA Agent Elaine Jackson likes to work alone. But when her boss teams her up with FBI Agent Connor Fields, sparks fly. They go together like oil and water. Connor Fields pushes Elaine to the limit, and she isn’t having it.

They’re forced to push their differences aside when a series of events reveal that a convicted felon from the past is out for revenge and has his sights set on Agent Grant Rourke. It’s a race against time as the convict leaves a trail of victims in his wake.

Injured in the line of duty, DEA Agent Grant Rourke is forced to take medical leave. While struggling to accept the possibility that he may never hear again, he enrolls in a school for the deaf where he learns the skills to overcome the challenges of living in a hearing world. There, he meets Candace White, the attractive director of New Beginnings Deaf Community Services. She’s a beacon of hope in the midst of his darkest season. But will a dangerous figure from his past shatter their chance at love?

Targeted is a story of broken souls that are healed by the love of others who stay, even in the face of adversity.

477 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 15, 2025

About the author

Susanna Haymond is a small-town girl who enjoys creating worlds with a pen and weaving suspenseful stories with a bit of faith and a dash of romance. Though her writing style has morphed over the years, she has always loved the challenge of writing suspenseful, hair-raising stories.


As a child, her imagination was never dormant; a story was always in the making. She completed her first crime short story series before she turned ten. At the age of sixteen, Susanna wrote her first book, which was published a few years later.

When she's not writing, Susanna enjoys baking, relaxing on the beach, music, and her most recent hobby, painting.

Susanna resides just outside a small city in Washington state with her husband and their Bichon Frise fur baby.

She invites you to visit her website where she offers a free short story: www.susannahaymond.com.

Reviews

[Debbie Chatley · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this story and the way it offers a glimpse into the lives of agents—the challenges they face, and how their mission to take down evil can put both their own lives and the lives of those they love at risk. One of the best parts for me was seeing these agents live out their faith, trusting God even in dangerous and uncertain situations. Just like us, they didn’t always understand why things happened the way they did, but they chose to bring their concerns to God and keep moving forward in faith. That made the story a beautiful example of leaning on Him in all circumstances.

One note for readers: the book begins by alternating between present day and events from seven years earlier. I personally had a little trouble keeping the timelines straight at first. But if that’s you, keep going—it does eventually stay in the present day, and you’ll see that those flashbacks were building an important foundation for the story.

[Jeanloves2read · Rating 4 out of 5]

Targeted is a really good story full of action with a side of romance.

DEA agent Grant Rourke does his job and he does it well. When Grant is left with profound hearing loss after a deliberately set explosion. Grant needs to learn how to navigate his new world and turns to New Beginnings Deaf Community Services.

Candace White is the director of New Beginnings Deaf Community Services. She committed to helping people suffering from recent hearing loss to learn how to better function in a world designed for the hearing. When Grant shows up she is immediately drawn to him. Their attraction opens her up to the danger in Grant’s world.

I was intrigued by the action in this book that kept me hooked until the end. I thought the representation of the deaf community was outstanding.

This was an overall good read.

I received an ARC of this book from the author. My opinions are my own.

[Rhondia Cannon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a wild ride from page one. The storyline is intriguing enough to keep this reader engaged when the details were more than I wanted to know. There isn’t a cliffhanger but there also isn’t a happily ever after ending. The police work seems very realistic while some characters seem less so, like Elaine’s overly emotional responses to Connor. I like the positive representation of the deaf community and some of what this population endures. It was very eye opening. I received an advanced reader copy of this book and this is my honest opinion.

[Jody · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I’ve read by this author and it definitely won’t be my last! There was a lot of action, some heartbreak, new love blooming, revenge, police in difficult situations and so much more! You get it all in this full length novel that will keep you wanting more. Although not a cliffhanger, per se, there is still more of this story to come and I am ready to know how it all pans out in the end. Highly recommend!

I received a complimentary copy of this book. The review is my honest opinion of it.

[Wendy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dual storyline- while the book had plenty of action I would say it was a steady medium pace building up to a fast pace towards the end. While there was romance it doesn’t really end with typical romance happy ever after. Great story of showing loss, fear and anger. Enjoyed how this book allows you to see a glimpse into someone’s life who is deaf and the struggles of daily life.

[Clara K Page · Rating 5 out of 5]

Enjoyed this cat and mouse book. It certainly kept me on the edge of my seat. It was different with two, sort of, main couples. I loved the faith that the author included in the book and I loved that there was romance but it certainly wasn't the main part of the book. This was my first book by this author, but it won't be my last.

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

A multifaceted story that keeps you on the edge of your seat. You will certainly enjoy Targeted, I highly recommend it. I received a complimentary copy from the publisher. All opinions expressed are my own.

[Renee Helton · Rating 5 out of 5]

I received a copy of this book.
Great Story and wonderful characters.
Full of action and plot twists.
Looking forward to reading more books by this author.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved the read. Wonderful characters. Enjoyed the story line! Well developed story.

I received an advance ebook and I am voluntarily leaving my review.

[Christina S · Rating 5 out of 5]

Probably the best so far in the series, taking a deep look at loss, anger, frustration and coping with difficult situations. This book kept me on my toes, with its flashbacks and its dual storyline. I appreciated seeing how the characters handled challenges and dealt with their previous traumas.

The book is suspenseful without being gruesome or outright scary and the underlying love story coupled with friendship was sweet.