Glass Houses

New Orleans PD #2

by Stella Cameron

The novels of New York Times bestselling author Stella Cameron have touched millions of readers, time and time again, Now, in "Glass Houses", the mistress of romantic suspense spins a passionate, perilous tale for today -- one that begins in the murky, anonymous depths of the Internet, and culminates in a dizzying, breathless chase across the Atlantic.British photographer Olivia FitzDurham is running for her life -- all the way to New York City and a man she's never met. The pictures she took for a London magazine seem harmless, but the man who tried to push her off the tube platform definitely meant business.

NYPD detective Aiden Flynn isn't the "Sam" Olivia thinks she met online, but he suspects that the man who is poses a real threat to Olivia's safety -- as well as his own.

Suddenly, Olivia and Aiden are the targets in a dangerous game that will take them across the country and the Atlantic. On the run from a ring of thieves desperate for Olivia's incriminating photos, the two strangers must work together to clear their names -- and escape with their lives.

Genres: Romance, Romantic Suspense, Suspense, Love, Contemporary

444 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published January 1, 2000

About the author

Stella Cameron is a New York Times and USA Today Bestselling Author. With over fourteen million copies of her books in print, Cameron is now turning her pen to mysteries and independently publishing COLD, Introducing Alex Duggins. She draws on her English background for this new, already critically acclaimed mystery series. Atmospheric, deeply character and relationship driven, COLD reveals the power of old secrets to twist the present. Cameron’s reputation for using her backgrounds to add tension and allure to her stories is heightened again.

Cameron is the recipient of the Pacific Northwest Achievement Award for distinguished professional achievement and for enhancing the stature of the Northwest Literary community. She lives in Washington with her husband Jerry, her Papillon Millie, black cat Zipper, and a cheeky little tabby named Jack.

Reviews

[Marti · Rating 2 out of 5]

Perhaps I have now learned to eschew Romantic Suspense novels. The suspense is fine, but the romantic aspect could be shoved. I shall keep this in mind the next time I go to a book sale! Yes, and we shall see how well I do at that. This was an okay book, but it seemed to get bogged down at times. For the crime involved, there was a great deal of killing. Aidan and Olivia made a nice couple, but do you notice that all heroes and heroines are always tall, good looking and sometimes even well dressed? I was glad that the dog fared well.

[Mimi · Rating 4 out of 5]

Enjoyed the plot. Main characters were really good. But I found the sexual tension broke up the plot and I ended up skipping bits of it (though I thought they were well done) it just felt like another book was shoved into the mystery. I wouldn't mind meeting these characters again after they've come up for air.

And I don't get the New Orleans PD #2 at the top. The Big Easy is nowhere in this book, I mean, not even mentioned. This book is definately New York/London/Seattle but NOT New Orleans. You can definately tell the author lives here in the NW as I knew every spot to which she was referring. Actually, all her descriptions were very well done. (Yes, the sex, too, but let's not go there.)

[Amy Phelps · Rating 1 out of 5]

the best thing about this book was the dog. it was long, strung out, too many characters it was hard to keep track of everything that was going on between all of them. i’m still not sure i really understand what the book was about other than sex. it had a sappy stupid ending that might have been made better if the dog had been allowed to be the ring bearer. this is the 4td book by this author i have read & agai. it was a disappointment. i don’t think i will waste anymore time on her books.

[Cheryl Tavernelli · Rating 2 out of 5]

Probably the least favorite I've read. Story line jumped over things, went quickly from topic to topic. I almost gave up. The main character? Give me a break, "ooh I forgot I had the negatives for the prints we just flew acrross the country to find!" Really??

[Lisa · Rating 1 out of 5]

Ugh, terrible book, DNF

[Theresa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I was lost in the beginning - I couldn't keep characters straight between what was happening in London vs. NY. After a few chapters it got better. The mystery part was fun - I liked the inept bad guys because they were so over the top stupid. The sex was way over the top. I'm okay with a little romance but some of this was in your face, frequently. I didn't realize I was such a prude! Overall I enjoyed it as a funny romantic comedy, with guns.

[Reese Reviews · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was wholesome. It was cute . My only critique would be the stupidity and annoyance I felt everytime the heroine thought she could keep Aiden safe by running away. But this is an old book so I'll let slide as a sign of the times back then. I absolutely love how Stella builds up the story and completely has you tangles and at the end, all theories are disproven and you're left kinda dumbfounded. The suspense keeps you turning those pages till you get to the final one

[Lindsey · Rating 2 out of 5]

this was a lack luster romantic suspense for me.

the villains were inept and ridiculous. the heroes fell into bed and then love and all while they were running for their lives. the girl was somewhat clueless and helpless, whilst simultaneously being intelligent and independent. the fellow was a detective who didn't behave anything like one.

it was sort of dumb.

[Ratforce]

Fans of Sandra Brown’s steamy romantic suspense often find Stella Cameron’s books fulfilling. Cameron began writing historical romance, but has recently made the move into romantic suspense. Both Sandra Brown and Stella Cameron write stories of independent heroines in danger, and often include a hint of jet-setting glamour.

[Maura · Rating 2 out of 5]

British photographer heroine and NYPD Detective hero are the targets in a dangerous game that will take them across the country. On the run from a ring of thieves a quick read that I had a hard time getting into.

[Debbie · Rating 1 out of 5]

WOW, this book was boring! SLOW, under-developed characters. Long drawn out plot! Will not be recommending! Those darn 1/2 off book sales! Ah well, I'm sure I'll get suckered into another 1/2 off book!

[Diane Wachter · Rating 2 out of 5]

Glass Houses, Stella Cameron, HB-B, @ 2000, 9/00. While tending to his fellow Officer Ryan Hill's prized orchids, NYPD Homicide Detective Aiden Flynn intercepts an "I'm scared" message on Hill's computer and decides to help Olivia Fitzduham, an English Photographer. Not impressed.

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a great book that deals with romance and suspense with lots of intrigue all wrapped up in one. Great reading!

[Janellie63 · Rating 3 out of 5]

romantic? yes but definitely very mature in its mind set. suspense? yes, like a movie you would like to watch on screen.

[Roma]

I thought it was great. Lots of twists and turns

[Marianne · Rating 3 out of 5]

First time with this author. Lots of tension, but shallow resolution of the plot.
Really snappy dialogue between the two main characters.

[Kelly · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book was terrible. I finish what I start, so I trudged slowly through. I would not recommend it to anyone!

[Veronica Lindsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Another good one!

[Delores Alger · Rating 1 out of 5]

Couldn't get into