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Dangerous #4
Looking for Justice
Alexis Jergenson, a former attorney, flees her painful past and unsettling law career to teach at a small Christian college. But she’s not the only one running. Luke Stephens is fleeing the effects of the Afghanistan War and a failed marriage, and the last thing he wants is another pretty woman in his life. Haunted by their pasts, they’re both seeking new lives. However, when one of their students is assaulted, they find themselves allies in a fight for her life. "Edgy, gutsy, real" says Varina Denman, Author of the Mended Hearts Series “… a book that will linger in your mind long after you read the last page…” Debby Mayne, author of the Belles in the City series
216 pages, ebook
First published July 25, 2015
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About the author
Linda K. Rodante
26 books242 followersLinda was born and raised in Florida. She is married with two grown sons, a daughter-in-law, and three grandchildren. At twenty-six, she discovered the miraculous love of Jesus Christ. God blessed her with a passion for the written word—especially mysteries and romantic suspense novels, from Nancy Drew to Agatha Christie, from Dee Henderson to Kristen Heitzman. She speaks about and works against human trafficking. Her author blog is www.lindarodante.com. Her human trafficking and commitment to God blog is at https://lindarodante.wordpress.com/
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November 20, 2015
I love suspense books and this book met my expectations from the first word to last.
Alexis's and Luke drew me into the book with their stories and Jessica's plight pulled me through.
The issue of rape was dealt with in a sensitive manner
As always I a pleased with a book that shows God's love and redemption.
I look forward to the next book in the series.
Alexis's and Luke drew me into the book with their stories and Jessica's plight pulled me through.
The issue of rape was dealt with in a sensitive manner
As always I a pleased with a book that shows God's love and redemption.
I look forward to the next book in the series.
July 4, 2023
A former military man finds love once again.
Enjoyed being with this author again. Luke and Alexis story was very interesting. Their first meeting was unexpected. Their second meeting brought them closer together. Both had things in their pasts to lay down. All that was accomplished as they were together. Their love for each other grew too. Helping Jessica and Luke example brought Alexis to Christ. Luke began to care for Alexis. But she had put barriers around herself as far as men go. But Luke was able to break them down. Max the horse and Farley the dog made the store special. Max helped by causing his owner to fall for Alexis. So happy to see John and Sharee in the story. Hope to hear in other books how Luke and Alexis are doing. Will read more by this author.
Enjoyed being with this author again. Luke and Alexis story was very interesting. Their first meeting was unexpected. Their second meeting brought them closer together. Both had things in their pasts to lay down. All that was accomplished as they were together. Their love for each other grew too. Helping Jessica and Luke example brought Alexis to Christ. Luke began to care for Alexis. But she had put barriers around herself as far as men go. But Luke was able to break them down. Max the horse and Farley the dog made the store special. Max helped by causing his owner to fall for Alexis. So happy to see John and Sharee in the story. Hope to hear in other books how Luke and Alexis are doing. Will read more by this author.
December 24, 2017
Alexis attempts to help a girl who's been raped, while at the same time struggles with a relationship with Luke.
The reader had a "behind the scenes" look at what happens when a violation happens. It's horrible.
There are action moments, tense scenes, and an exciting ending. I loved it!
What I love about this book is a couple of things. First, the truths of the Bible are lived in real time. Second, it demonstrates the struggles of both Christians and non-Christians alike.
We are at war with the forces of evil. An enemy wants to destroy our very soul. Truth liberates when light shines. "Looking for Justice" shined the light of truth.
The reader had a "behind the scenes" look at what happens when a violation happens. It's horrible.
There are action moments, tense scenes, and an exciting ending. I loved it!
What I love about this book is a couple of things. First, the truths of the Bible are lived in real time. Second, it demonstrates the struggles of both Christians and non-Christians alike.
We are at war with the forces of evil. An enemy wants to destroy our very soul. Truth liberates when light shines. "Looking for Justice" shined the light of truth.
February 23, 2019
I enjoyed reading this book. Alexis is an unbeliever, a lawyer who, due to an urgent situation, was persuaded to teach law in a small Christian college without divulging the fact she was not a Christian. Yes, that situation was a bit implausible. Luke, though divorced, also teaches at the college. Alexis bears the wounds of a past abusive relationship. Luke bears the scars of war and a marriage gone wrong. Together they work to protect a girl at the college that has been raped by her mother's boyfriend. Coincidence plays a strong role in this book, but it's a good read anyway, in spite of some warning signs in their relationship.
February 14, 2023
When attorney Alexis takes a last minute offer to teach pre-law courses at a Christian college in Tenn., it was just what she needed to heal. Or so she thought. Number one, she was a victim of rape and an advocate for abused women in Atlanta, Georgia. 2. She didn't consider herself a Christian. She didn't expect to meet recently divorced wounded warrior fellow professor Luke who taught bible classes. However, circumstances involving a dual student brought them together to rescue her. Book details sensitive issues, however, could it bring together than tear them apart? Better yet, did God intervene to save their lives? A Christian book that deals with real issues of society.
April 8, 2018
Enjoyed this story where Alexis wrestles with the idea of God being good and the evil that is rampant. And she can’t seem to escape the evil both in what was suffered in her past, then in her career as a prosecutor or even when she leaves that job to teach at a Christian college where she meets a young girl who is being abused. This book very artfully deals with topics like rape and the evil in the world. Recommend this book
August 22, 2021
Alexis Jergenson, former attorney, takes a job at a small Christian college in Tennessee despite not being a Christian herself. Former war veteran Luke Stephens, who is also a professor but very wary of women due to his unfaithful ex wife teams up with her to help a student was raped by her mothers boyfriend. Their association turns into love despite each not trusting at first. An intense, fairly well written story with a feel good ending.
January 3, 2023
Alexis ends up teaching at a Christian college (the same college Luke teaches at) without divulging she isn't a Christian. She wrestles with spiritual questions such as understanding the concept of good and evil and that God is real.
Alexis and Luke help a student Jessica who was raped. The author did a great job handling this topic without going into details. This story also had suspense and tense moments.
Alexis and Luke help a student Jessica who was raped. The author did a great job handling this topic without going into details. This story also had suspense and tense moments.
November 10, 2016
Linda wrote a compelling story that grips your heart. The story takes you into the world of Alexis where running from tragedy, she finds herself facing her fears and learning to trust. She looks evil in the eye and tries to justify a world where a good God would allow evil to exist. I love the way the author weaves the Truth of God's love into the pages.
August 21, 2018
I put off reading this book for a long time because of the cover. That was a pity because the inside story is worth reading. The writing keeps you reading and it is a realistic kind of story which shines a light on issues that people struggle with. Linda writes well with no jarring out of the story. Well proofread, edited ...
November 13, 2017
Wonderful story!
I definitely recommend this book. I look forward to reading more by Linda K. Rodante. I hated to see the book end - the characters were life like and this book was well-written.
I definitely recommend this book. I look forward to reading more by Linda K. Rodante. I hated to see the book end - the characters were life like and this book was well-written.
May 30, 2021
Hard hitting subject matter
This is a well written story that covers the difficult topics of abuse and rape. On the surface it doesn't sound like a book that I would enjoy, but it is very well done, and I am glad I took a the chance and read it.
This is a well written story that covers the difficult topics of abuse and rape. On the surface it doesn't sound like a book that I would enjoy, but it is very well done, and I am glad I took a the chance and read it.
June 14, 2021
Inspiring
I have to say when I began reading this series not only was I surprised but I was inspired. A lot of Christian fiction gloss over the personal relationship with Jesus Christ. These books do anything but that. A new fan!
I have to say when I began reading this series not only was I surprised but I was inspired. A lot of Christian fiction gloss over the personal relationship with Jesus Christ. These books do anything but that. A new fan!
August 28, 2021
Such underxurrent of real life issues and burdens brought under grace.
Loved so much in this book. Linda thank you for dealing with a hard topic with such grace of realism in the struggles to bring about justice for victims. Loved how you shared the salvation journey.
Loved so much in this book. Linda thank you for dealing with a hard topic with such grace of realism in the struggles to bring about justice for victims. Loved how you shared the salvation journey.
June 26, 2017
Good story
Alexis has a long way to go in getting over her past and realizing that all men are not bad. She needs to learn who God is and that she is really never alone.
Alexis has a long way to go in getting over her past and realizing that all men are not bad. She needs to learn who God is and that she is really never alone.
September 27, 2017
Loved all the previous ones in series and ordered the next one. Great books.
February 14, 2018
Wow, what a story line. This book kept me reading to find out what in the world is going on. Loved it!!!
June 15, 2019
Burnout, personal struggles and how to help others. Plenty of things to think about with this book.
March 22, 2021
Held my interest, although there were a few drag pages or chapters. Believable.
August 19, 2021
Fantastic suspense love story!
July 24, 2022
Another good book
This was another good book. It wasn't always as suspenseful as book 2, but it definitely had its moments of intensity.
This was another good book. It wasn't always as suspenseful as book 2, but it definitely had its moments of intensity.
December 3, 2022
I had started a book a while back by this author that I could not get into - #1 in this series - but I really liked this one
March 10, 2023
Justice
I know people just like the ones in the story. Her story line was well thought out and the characters were relatable.
I know people just like the ones in the story. Her story line was well thought out and the characters were relatable.
November 30, 2023
Good
Another good book. The author does a good job creating realistic characters and plots that are believable and flow well.
Another good book. The author does a good job creating realistic characters and plots that are believable and flow well.
January 5, 2022
What was actually written in this book was great. Good plot, characters, flow- but it was about 200 pages too short. It seemed like various spots had chunks pulled out to the point that events just happened over night. If someone went back and filled in the missing spots I could give it 4 stars. But alas, this not the case.
July 29, 2025
Alexis was an attorney in Atlanta. Because she had been raped as a teen, she specialized in abuse/rape victims. She was burned out and moved to Applacian Christian College as a law professor in TN. The only problem is, she isn't a Christian. The college lets her teach because they are desparate. Alexis meets Luke, a wounded warrior who also teaches at the college. He takes an immediate dislike to her because she reminds him of his ex wife. His wife left him when he came home from the military missing his leg. She wanted someone with a perfect body. Luke also has survivor guilt. When a student is assaulted by her mother's boyfriend, Luke brings her to Alexis because he knows assaults are her specialty. It seems that Alexis and Luke are continually being thrown together. As she and Luke get closer, he realizes that she lives in fear of all men. He shows her how God can heal her past. Such a good book.
October 26, 2018
My review today is on the Romantic Suspense, Looking for Justice. This is the third book in the Target Book Set. I really enjoy Lind's books and I know you are going to love this one. This book is well written; the story deals with the issue of rape and abuse. Linda does a good job handling this situation. It's not an easy subject to deal with. Faith is interwoven throughout all of the story like a fine tapestry.
Lawyer Alexis Jergenson is burned out with dealing with rapists, abusers, and the poor victims. Each time she puts a man away it helps her deal with the two rapes she lived through. Now she is starting over. She accepts a job teaching Pre-Law in the Appalachian Christian College. She's not a Christian but is hired anyway. The first day she is late and running up the stairs when she runs into a hard male body. They fall down the steps and she finds it's one of the few men who doesn't seem to want her here. The man isn't happy; especially when she later runs into him at his ranch and she's caught feeding his horse. A sudden storm comes up and she can't make it back to town. She ends up stranded at his house. Fear almost consumes her but he leaves her alone.
Ex-Military Professor Luke Stevenson was injured in the war. He has come to the ranch to recuperate and is teaching Bible and business classes at the Christian College. He is divorced from a beautiful woman who couldn't deal with his injuries. He doesn't need a relationship with this beautiful lawyer that is bond to leave him hurt again. When one of his students comes to tell him she was raped and is now pregnant; he knows Alexis, with her background is the only one to help her. He takes her to Alexis and tells them he will help in any way he can. He and Alexis go to Jessica's home when she misses school and find her mother's boyfriend has attacked her again. The man runs off but the police are called and Jessica is taken to the hospital.
A struggle with a violent man who wants to destroy them for bringing his sins out in the open. Their lives are in grave danger. Luke must keep them all alive but is thrown for a loop when he finds that Alexis isn't a Christian and they can have no relationship. God has a plan for these two, a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. You might not have a killer trying to hunt you down but you do have and enemy that's trying to steal, kill, and destroy. Jesus came to give you life and that more abundantly. Give Him your heart and watch Him move in your life.
Lawyer Alexis Jergenson is burned out with dealing with rapists, abusers, and the poor victims. Each time she puts a man away it helps her deal with the two rapes she lived through. Now she is starting over. She accepts a job teaching Pre-Law in the Appalachian Christian College. She's not a Christian but is hired anyway. The first day she is late and running up the stairs when she runs into a hard male body. They fall down the steps and she finds it's one of the few men who doesn't seem to want her here. The man isn't happy; especially when she later runs into him at his ranch and she's caught feeding his horse. A sudden storm comes up and she can't make it back to town. She ends up stranded at his house. Fear almost consumes her but he leaves her alone.
Ex-Military Professor Luke Stevenson was injured in the war. He has come to the ranch to recuperate and is teaching Bible and business classes at the Christian College. He is divorced from a beautiful woman who couldn't deal with his injuries. He doesn't need a relationship with this beautiful lawyer that is bond to leave him hurt again. When one of his students comes to tell him she was raped and is now pregnant; he knows Alexis, with her background is the only one to help her. He takes her to Alexis and tells them he will help in any way he can. He and Alexis go to Jessica's home when she misses school and find her mother's boyfriend has attacked her again. The man runs off but the police are called and Jessica is taken to the hospital.
A struggle with a violent man who wants to destroy them for bringing his sins out in the open. Their lives are in grave danger. Luke must keep them all alive but is thrown for a loop when he finds that Alexis isn't a Christian and they can have no relationship. God has a plan for these two, a plan for a hope and a future. God has a plan for you too. You might not have a killer trying to hunt you down but you do have and enemy that's trying to steal, kill, and destroy. Jesus came to give you life and that more abundantly. Give Him your heart and watch Him move in your life.
August 26, 2016
Alexis feels damaged so she helps to empower the damaged to face down the one who hurt them until one of those she wants to help helps her to find the way to her own empowerment. At a small Christian college Alexis has been hired to teach an entry law course. They are desperate to replace the professor who was suppose to teach the class so the dean assures her that if she doesn't tell that she isn't a Christian she can have the job temporarily until the end of the semester when they can find a Christian to teach the course. It is their policy to only hire Christian teachers. The chance is make to order for Alexis as she is experiencing burn out at her job prosecuting sexual predators and rapists.
Book 5 of Linda K. Rodante's Dangerous completes this her first series of books and each is better them the last. I very much recommend these books.
Book 5 of Linda K. Rodante's Dangerous completes this her first series of books and each is better them the last. I very much recommend these books.
June 19, 2016
This book was actually published before the others in the series so it will end up being, I believe, number 3 book. However, you do not have to read the others to enjoy this one as it can be a standalone. Alexis is running from her past and from her job as a prosecutor where she has had to deal with abuse victims. She takes a job as a professor in a Christian College, even though she is not a Christian, and there makes the acquaintance of Luke who has problems of his own. When one of their students becomes a victim of abuse it seems that the past has come to live with her again. I appreciate how Linda K. Rodante deals with it all and how she deals with explaining how and what it means to be a Christian. I highly recommend this book. I believe it is one you will truly enjoy.
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