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Dangerous Behavior
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Just one look, and it’s clear they’re perfect together. It’s in the way they touch, talk, and kiss. They share the same interests. The same twisted passions. They do everything together. Even kill…
ARE TOO GOOD
Julia St. James Ford has washed up on a beach near her home in Seaside, Oregon, with no memory of how she got there or how her husband, Joe, died. The police rule the case an accident. But Joe’s brother, Sam—Jules’ rescuer and her first love—suspects otherwise. While Sam tries to piece the facts together, Jules fears someone is watching, determined to find out how much she knows.
TO BE TRUE
Behind closed doors, behind Jules’ neighbors’ smiles, are terrifying secrets. A string of sordid thrill kills…and one survivor who never should have got away. And as she and Sam close in on the events of one tragic night, and the truth comes flooding back, remembering a killer’s face may be the last thing Jules ever does…
Praise for Nancy Bush’s You Can’t Escape
“One thrilling read.” -- RT Book Reviews
Just one look, and it’s clear they’re perfect together. It’s in the way they touch, talk, and kiss. They share the same interests. The same twisted passions. They do everything together. Even kill…
ARE TOO GOOD
Julia St. James Ford has washed up on a beach near her home in Seaside, Oregon, with no memory of how she got there or how her husband, Joe, died. The police rule the case an accident. But Joe’s brother, Sam—Jules’ rescuer and her first love—suspects otherwise. While Sam tries to piece the facts together, Jules fears someone is watching, determined to find out how much she knows.
TO BE TRUE
Behind closed doors, behind Jules’ neighbors’ smiles, are terrifying secrets. A string of sordid thrill kills…and one survivor who never should have got away. And as she and Sam close in on the events of one tragic night, and the truth comes flooding back, remembering a killer’s face may be the last thing Jules ever does…
Praise for Nancy Bush’s You Can’t Escape
“One thrilling read.” -- RT Book Reviews
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First published April 25, 2017
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About the author
Nancy Bush
87 books1,101 followersNancy Bush is a New York Times bestselling author of over forty novels, including the River Glen Series, Nowhere Series, and numerous stand alone novels. She also is the co-author of Last Breath, Last Girl Standing, and the Wicked Series, written with her sister and bestselling author Lisa Jackson, as well as the collaborative novels Sinister and Ominous, written with Lisa Jackson and Rosalind Noonan.
Nancy has called Oregon her home all of her life. She grew up in a small logging community and after graduating from high school, attended Oregon State University where she met her husband, Ken and graduated with a degree in nutrition. They married a few years after graduation and together they have one daughter. After working in banking and the travel business, with her daughter still in diapers, Nancy read an article in Time Magazine about young mothers who, once the last diaper was changed and the final bottle was washed, pulled out their typewriters and wrote romance novels for the then expanding market. Nancy convinced her sister, Lisa Jackson, that they should try their hand at writing.
After writing several successful romance novels such as Lady Sundown, Miracle Jones, Jesse’s Renegade and Scandal’s Darling and a stint writing for one of ABC’s top-rated daytime shows: All My Children, she turned her attention to writing thrillers for Kensington Publishing. Today, her books appear on The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly national bestseller lists.
In her free time Nancy enjoys walking, working on jigsaw and crossword puzzles and hanging out with family and friends. When she and Ken aren’t visiting their daughter and grandchildren in Southern California, Nancy is busy working on her next book!
Visit https://www.NancyBush.net where you can find a Media Kit with photos and more information.
Nancy has called Oregon her home all of her life. She grew up in a small logging community and after graduating from high school, attended Oregon State University where she met her husband, Ken and graduated with a degree in nutrition. They married a few years after graduation and together they have one daughter. After working in banking and the travel business, with her daughter still in diapers, Nancy read an article in Time Magazine about young mothers who, once the last diaper was changed and the final bottle was washed, pulled out their typewriters and wrote romance novels for the then expanding market. Nancy convinced her sister, Lisa Jackson, that they should try their hand at writing.
After writing several successful romance novels such as Lady Sundown, Miracle Jones, Jesse’s Renegade and Scandal’s Darling and a stint writing for one of ABC’s top-rated daytime shows: All My Children, she turned her attention to writing thrillers for Kensington Publishing. Today, her books appear on The New York Times, USA Today, and Publishers Weekly national bestseller lists.
In her free time Nancy enjoys walking, working on jigsaw and crossword puzzles and hanging out with family and friends. When she and Ken aren’t visiting their daughter and grandchildren in Southern California, Nancy is busy working on her next book!
Visit https://www.NancyBush.net where you can find a Media Kit with photos and more information.
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April 14, 2017
Sam Ford has had a bit of a rocky relationship with his brother Joe for years now since Joe ended up marrying Julia, Sam's ex-girlfriend. Sam and Julia had been sweethearts back in school but had a falling out pushing Julia to rely on Joe through some tough times in her life after which she accepted his proposal.
Now Sam has received a text from Joe asking for him to meet him at his dock which seems a little suspicious but when Sam arrived to find Joe's boat gone he begins to worry. Soon after Sam hears of a boat on fire and just knows that Joe and Julia are involved. Julia ends up being rescued but unfortunately Joe's body is recovered. Sam vows to find out just what happened and who had taken his brother's life.
I was a bit torn on my feelings towards Dangerous Behavior the entire time I was reading this book. The mystery/thriller side to the story wasn't bad at all but I still had my own hesitations to enjoying this one. I am unfortunately not a huge fan of relationships with siblings and the fact that the book kept focusing on how in love Sam and Julia had been when Julia's husband has just been murdered was a bit of a turn off. Just my opinion on this one but I feel it would have read much better not focusing so much on the past and then not pushing a new/old relationship popping up between the main characters after such a tragedy.
Without the relationship focus between Sam and Julia I think I would have really gotten invested in the story with this book. There was an obvious serial killer couple that the reader would get glimpses of while reading. Intrigue and suspense with the boating accident and plenty to keep a reader guessing. For me though being disconnected with the romance part of the story I didn't get as invested in the book as I would have liked.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
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Now Sam has received a text from Joe asking for him to meet him at his dock which seems a little suspicious but when Sam arrived to find Joe's boat gone he begins to worry. Soon after Sam hears of a boat on fire and just knows that Joe and Julia are involved. Julia ends up being rescued but unfortunately Joe's body is recovered. Sam vows to find out just what happened and who had taken his brother's life.
I was a bit torn on my feelings towards Dangerous Behavior the entire time I was reading this book. The mystery/thriller side to the story wasn't bad at all but I still had my own hesitations to enjoying this one. I am unfortunately not a huge fan of relationships with siblings and the fact that the book kept focusing on how in love Sam and Julia had been when Julia's husband has just been murdered was a bit of a turn off. Just my opinion on this one but I feel it would have read much better not focusing so much on the past and then not pushing a new/old relationship popping up between the main characters after such a tragedy.
Without the relationship focus between Sam and Julia I think I would have really gotten invested in the story with this book. There was an obvious serial killer couple that the reader would get glimpses of while reading. Intrigue and suspense with the boating accident and plenty to keep a reader guessing. For me though being disconnected with the romance part of the story I didn't get as invested in the book as I would have liked.
I received an advance copy from the publisher via NetGalley.
For more reviews please visit https://carriesbookreviews.wordpress....
April 6, 2017
Dangerous Behavior has two separate story lines. One is that Julia (Jules) and Sam were high school sweethearts and lovers until he screwed up by kissing another girl. Jules wound up marrying Sam's brother, Joe, creating a rift between the brothers.
So he's surprised to get a text from his brother telling him to meet him at the dock where he keeps his boat. Sam goes and finds his brother's boat on fire. He also finds Jules, half drowned, and his brother is found some days later, drowned. Waking in the hospital, Jules has no memory of anyone or anything.
Sam is determined to find his brother's killer.
Then there are the man and woman who are absolutely perfect for each other. They love to kill for thrills, and love getting paid by an anonymous old man, even better. And it does wonderful things for their sex life.
While this book started out with a good premise, it got a little old when Sam would remember things from when he first loved Jules. He never stopped loving her. And then, as Jules' memory came back, she doesn't remember her husband.. she remembers the exact same things that Sam has remembered. The book is peppered from one end to another with these memories.
You are introduced to the killers .. but because there are many new characters at the same time, the reader is kept in the dark about their identities.
I actually thought the ending was the best part of this book. It was a total surprise that I never saw coming.
I have read Nancy Bush before .. this is not one of her best. Wasn't bad enough to make me stop reading ... but just not that exciting in the big scheme of things.
Many thanks to the author / Kensington Books - Zebra / Netgalley for the advanced digital copy of DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
So he's surprised to get a text from his brother telling him to meet him at the dock where he keeps his boat. Sam goes and finds his brother's boat on fire. He also finds Jules, half drowned, and his brother is found some days later, drowned. Waking in the hospital, Jules has no memory of anyone or anything.
Sam is determined to find his brother's killer.
Then there are the man and woman who are absolutely perfect for each other. They love to kill for thrills, and love getting paid by an anonymous old man, even better. And it does wonderful things for their sex life.
While this book started out with a good premise, it got a little old when Sam would remember things from when he first loved Jules. He never stopped loving her. And then, as Jules' memory came back, she doesn't remember her husband.. she remembers the exact same things that Sam has remembered. The book is peppered from one end to another with these memories.
You are introduced to the killers .. but because there are many new characters at the same time, the reader is kept in the dark about their identities.
I actually thought the ending was the best part of this book. It was a total surprise that I never saw coming.
I have read Nancy Bush before .. this is not one of her best. Wasn't bad enough to make me stop reading ... but just not that exciting in the big scheme of things.
Many thanks to the author / Kensington Books - Zebra / Netgalley for the advanced digital copy of DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR. Opinions expressed here are unbiased and entirely my own.
June 21, 2017
That was ****ing AMAZING! The best thing I've read in AGES. The twists! The red herrings!! After a cluster of oh-my-God moments, that final reveal I could never possibly have guessed at. This is the book EVERY lover of crime/suspense (and ANYONE who demands a great story) needs to get their paws on because it is damned near perfect. Since Nowhere to Run I KNEW Nancy Bush had greatness in her. Here is absolute proof I was right. Simply unputdownable. Dangerous Behavior elevates Nancy Bush to the big leagues, right up there with Karin Slaughter and Harlan Coben. Honestly, I can't believe what I just read!
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If you're one of those hardcore crime/suspense people who doesn't like even the merest hint of any kind if male/female emotional connection, preferring a nonstop gruesome gore-fest, this may not be the story for you. The two main characters have a history that extends back to their teenage years (first love) and that history is covered here. Harlan Coben, in answer to reader-critics who didn't like emotions amongst his characters said something about emotional connections being the only reason we're alive. I concur. So if you're a hater.... all I can say is the fourth quarter payoff of Dangerous Behavior is so brilliant you buttercups (judging by the less-than-pleased reviews here) may want to get over it. :)
--------- By the way....
If you're one of those hardcore crime/suspense people who doesn't like even the merest hint of any kind if male/female emotional connection, preferring a nonstop gruesome gore-fest, this may not be the story for you. The two main characters have a history that extends back to their teenage years (first love) and that history is covered here. Harlan Coben, in answer to reader-critics who didn't like emotions amongst his characters said something about emotional connections being the only reason we're alive. I concur. So if you're a hater.... all I can say is the fourth quarter payoff of Dangerous Behavior is so brilliant you buttercups (judging by the less-than-pleased reviews here) may want to get over it. :)
April 19, 2017
Fans of classic mysteries will love the latest by Nancy Bush (one of my favorites!) which isn't necessarily action-packed, but will put readers' detective skills to the test in pursuit of some "thrill killers" and their puppeteer.
The book centers on the murder of Joe Ford, whose estranged brother, ex-police officer Sam Ford, was summoned to his house the day his boat catches fire, killing him and leaving his wife Julia badly injured. Sam and Julia were once a hot item and the brothers fell out over the marriage, but despite their differences, Sam is determined to catch his brother's killer. The case quickly centers around recent business dealings of Joe's and other financial bigwigs in the area. In a small town, everyone knows everyone's business, and everyone's connected. Untangling everything is a big task.
This is definitely one of those cases where it seems so straightforward but soon small twists take the story in other directions. It's interesting to see how it slowly unravels. And there are a ton of suspects so readers will remain guessing until the end - at least I did.
And there's a great little twist at the end. Loved it.
The thrill killer seems provide some action but mostly the novel follow Sam and Julia as she tries to remember that day and Sam tries to make sense of his brothers final days - a rough task since they were estranged. I didn't mind this because it allowed me to focus on the mystery in the story rather than all of the action and movement.
Like I said, it really is a classic mystery-type story.
I don't know if Bush will go back to this town or these characters in the future for more, but I would definitely read more about them. And there's plenty of interesting stories in there somewhere, with all the characters that she introduces.
Another winner here, folks.
The book centers on the murder of Joe Ford, whose estranged brother, ex-police officer Sam Ford, was summoned to his house the day his boat catches fire, killing him and leaving his wife Julia badly injured. Sam and Julia were once a hot item and the brothers fell out over the marriage, but despite their differences, Sam is determined to catch his brother's killer. The case quickly centers around recent business dealings of Joe's and other financial bigwigs in the area. In a small town, everyone knows everyone's business, and everyone's connected. Untangling everything is a big task.
This is definitely one of those cases where it seems so straightforward but soon small twists take the story in other directions. It's interesting to see how it slowly unravels. And there are a ton of suspects so readers will remain guessing until the end - at least I did.
And there's a great little twist at the end. Loved it.
The thrill killer seems provide some action but mostly the novel follow Sam and Julia as she tries to remember that day and Sam tries to make sense of his brothers final days - a rough task since they were estranged. I didn't mind this because it allowed me to focus on the mystery in the story rather than all of the action and movement.
Like I said, it really is a classic mystery-type story.
I don't know if Bush will go back to this town or these characters in the future for more, but I would definitely read more about them. And there's plenty of interesting stories in there somewhere, with all the characters that she introduces.
Another winner here, folks.
September 30, 2017
I borrowed this one from the library, hadn't got round to it yet, planning to renew it, and then the library messaged me saying I had to return it because it was in high demand and people were requesting it! So, despite being part way through another book, I had to read this one in one go before returning it!
Upon finishing, I have no idea why it would be in such high demand. It's terribly written. Really, terribly written! The story has Julia Ford washing up on a beach with no memory of how she got there. We know it's because she and her husband Joe were attacked on their boat, which resulted in Joe winding up dead, and the boat burning. Now, Joe's brother Sam Ford is in town, determined to know who killed his brother, despite evidence suggesting it was suicide. AND, Sam just happens to be Jules' first love, but she married his older brother when he abandoned her to take up with another woman when Jules' was busy caring for her dying mother.
Quite the stand-up guy, isn't he?
A LOT of time is taken up with pointless flashbacks to when Jules and Sam were teenagers, which I just skimmed. The brief info-dump told me all I needed to know about their past, and these flashbacks didn't do anything to diminish the fact that Sam was a selfish prick. And, by all accounts, still is! I just didn't like him at all. Even though he barely even SPOKE to Joe, he runs around town as if he's the only person with any personal investment in Joe's death. He was definitely a ME, ME, ME, ME, ME sort of person. As for Jules, she's about as bland as a romantic suspense heroine can get. She spends a majority of the book with amnesia and in a frustrated sook about it. It's fairly obvious the amnesia is only around to pad out the thin plot.
So why did someone want Joe dead? Something to do with bad investments. Bush doesn't go into enough detail for it to make any sense. She tries to spice things up with a pair of thrill-killers who have been hired to kill those involved with the bad investments...or something. To be honest, I got bored a lot of the time, and might have missed a couple of things. The bad grammar on display was definitely distracting, that was for sure! Did this thing have an editor? Thrown in a petulant pre-teen and lots of repetitiveness, and you have a fairly standard romantic suspense thriller! Certainly not as bad as anything Linda Howard or Sandra Brown might toss out, but largely average and uninteresting.
Upon finishing, I have no idea why it would be in such high demand. It's terribly written. Really, terribly written! The story has Julia Ford washing up on a beach with no memory of how she got there. We know it's because she and her husband Joe were attacked on their boat, which resulted in Joe winding up dead, and the boat burning. Now, Joe's brother Sam Ford is in town, determined to know who killed his brother, despite evidence suggesting it was suicide. AND, Sam just happens to be Jules' first love, but she married his older brother when he abandoned her to take up with another woman when Jules' was busy caring for her dying mother.
Quite the stand-up guy, isn't he?
A LOT of time is taken up with pointless flashbacks to when Jules and Sam were teenagers, which I just skimmed. The brief info-dump told me all I needed to know about their past, and these flashbacks didn't do anything to diminish the fact that Sam was a selfish prick. And, by all accounts, still is! I just didn't like him at all. Even though he barely even SPOKE to Joe, he runs around town as if he's the only person with any personal investment in Joe's death. He was definitely a ME, ME, ME, ME, ME sort of person. As for Jules, she's about as bland as a romantic suspense heroine can get. She spends a majority of the book with amnesia and in a frustrated sook about it. It's fairly obvious the amnesia is only around to pad out the thin plot.
So why did someone want Joe dead? Something to do with bad investments. Bush doesn't go into enough detail for it to make any sense. She tries to spice things up with a pair of thrill-killers who have been hired to kill those involved with the bad investments...or something. To be honest, I got bored a lot of the time, and might have missed a couple of things. The bad grammar on display was definitely distracting, that was for sure! Did this thing have an editor? Thrown in a petulant pre-teen and lots of repetitiveness, and you have a fairly standard romantic suspense thriller! Certainly not as bad as anything Linda Howard or Sandra Brown might toss out, but largely average and uninteresting.
October 29, 2017
2.5 stars rounded down
Other readers may like this one a little more than I did. I'm not too fond of moving between brothers like Julia does in this book. First she has a sexual relationship with the younger brother and then after they break up she marries the older brother and then within days (almost hours) after the older brother dies and she's a widow she's once again sleeping with the younger brother. There was like no mourning for the dead brother on her part.
And granted the younger brother wants to find out who killed his brother, it didn't stop him from jumping into the sack with his widow. But hey, they were sleeping together first.
So needless to say I had huge issues with the main characters.
Much like a book I just completed a couple of weeks ago, there were just way too many characters being thrown into the mix without much development. And of course they all dated each other in the past and some had relationships in the present which made it a bit confusing who was with whom then and who was with whom now. The constant jumping from past to present made the plot feel very choppy. And most of the flashbacks seemed rather pointless.
The plot had potential but was hindered by way too many pointless flashbacks and an over abundance of characters and their "dating" relationships. I usually am trying to determine who the unknown villains are, but in this one I just gave up and push to finish the book.
Other readers may like this one a little more than I did. I'm not too fond of moving between brothers like Julia does in this book. First she has a sexual relationship with the younger brother and then after they break up she marries the older brother and then within days (almost hours) after the older brother dies and she's a widow she's once again sleeping with the younger brother. There was like no mourning for the dead brother on her part.
And granted the younger brother wants to find out who killed his brother, it didn't stop him from jumping into the sack with his widow. But hey, they were sleeping together first.
So needless to say I had huge issues with the main characters.
Much like a book I just completed a couple of weeks ago, there were just way too many characters being thrown into the mix without much development. And of course they all dated each other in the past and some had relationships in the present which made it a bit confusing who was with whom then and who was with whom now. The constant jumping from past to present made the plot feel very choppy. And most of the flashbacks seemed rather pointless.
The plot had potential but was hindered by way too many pointless flashbacks and an over abundance of characters and their "dating" relationships. I usually am trying to determine who the unknown villains are, but in this one I just gave up and push to finish the book.
March 20, 2017
Truly a page turning, thrill a minute story that keeps you guessing until the end.
Nancy Bush creates a world filled with interesting and complex characters that draw you into their world immediately. I couldn’t help but love Sam Ford, the main character. He’s smart, determined, and even though he’s been estranged from his brother, he’s doing everything in his power to find the killer. Plus, there’s Jules. Sam’s one time love and sister-in-law. The story is layered, and keeps you guessing and just when you think you’ve got it all figured out... Well, you’ll have to read Dangerous Behavior to find out.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Netgalley. The review and opinions are my own.
Nancy Bush creates a world filled with interesting and complex characters that draw you into their world immediately. I couldn’t help but love Sam Ford, the main character. He’s smart, determined, and even though he’s been estranged from his brother, he’s doing everything in his power to find the killer. Plus, there’s Jules. Sam’s one time love and sister-in-law. The story is layered, and keeps you guessing and just when you think you’ve got it all figured out... Well, you’ll have to read Dangerous Behavior to find out.
I received an advanced copy of this book via Netgalley. The review and opinions are my own.
October 30, 2018
Julia Ford can't remember the fire on the boat that killed her husband Joe and caused her to wash up on the beach. Sam Ford, Joe's brother, is an ex-cop who's determined to find out what happened on that boat. By the way, Julia and Sam were teenaged sweethearts before she married Joe.
Also in the story, a couple of thrill killers find that killing excites them sexually. The man and woman are hired to finish Julia off before she can remember what happened that night.
In this romantic suspense, be prepared for a re-kindling of the relationship between Julia and Sam. Something that stood out to me was no grieving for Joe from Julia. I found that a bit strange.
I knew that at least one or both of the killers was in a group of people who lived in a specific area. I couldn't figure it out though. Once the author revealed their identities, I remembered a clue. I should have been able to figure it out but I didn't think hard enough outside the box. Readers, take note of what the author tells you about the killers and apply that! The last parts of the book contained multiple twists. The last two pages totally blew me away.
Also in the story, a couple of thrill killers find that killing excites them sexually. The man and woman are hired to finish Julia off before she can remember what happened that night.
In this romantic suspense, be prepared for a re-kindling of the relationship between Julia and Sam. Something that stood out to me was no grieving for Joe from Julia. I found that a bit strange.
I knew that at least one or both of the killers was in a group of people who lived in a specific area. I couldn't figure it out though. Once the author revealed their identities, I remembered a clue. I should have been able to figure it out but I didn't think hard enough outside the box. Readers, take note of what the author tells you about the killers and apply that! The last parts of the book contained multiple twists. The last two pages totally blew me away.
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May 13, 2017The romance portion of the book didn't work at all; I never felt it or believed in it. The mystery portion was well done however. I was kept guessing and there were some very good twists near the end. The ending completely surprised me, I had no clue that was coming. The story didn't wow me overall but it did keep me reading, and wondering.
September 29, 2017
Solid suspense with lots of red herrings that threw me off the trail. I was suspicious of everyone. Sam and Jules are good, strong protagonists who you'll like immediately. They both need to trust each other to piece together events that have unfolded before the killer strikes again. I will definitely read this author again. She has a way of keeping me riveted and only revealing a little until the very end. This will have you reading into the late hours of the night.
August 20, 2021
I won this book a couple of years ago through Goodreads giveaway. I thoroughly enjoyed it and found some surprises thrown in for good measure. It is the first book that I've read by Nancy Bush, but will not be the last. She has the ability to create a compelling mystery and some interesting characters. I recommend it.
March 23, 2017
I love this authors work so I knew that this book was gonna be good but holy moley, I had no idea just how good!! This book had so much going on and just when I thought I might have something figured out, everything would change. A burned boat, a dead husband and amnesia are what Jules has to deal with but with the help of her first love and brother in-law Sam she's hoping to figure out who's responsible and why....hopefully before the killer comes back to finish the job. A real edge of your seat page turner!! Impossible to put down.
This book was given to me by NetGalley at my request and I provided this review voluntarily
This book was given to me by NetGalley at my request and I provided this review voluntarily
April 21, 2017
Dangerous Behavior by Nancy Bush
High finance, lost money, deception, thrill killing, adultery, divorce and a second chance at love are just part of what happens in this novel.
I have always enjoyed books by this author and did enjoy this one but…I think what I really wished there had been more of was character development…of just about everyone. Everything was explained but I wanted more.
* More about Sam: why he was at loose ends and what really made him tick.
* More about Jules: who was she really and what had she been doing between high school and her case of amnesia
* More about Joe: who was he really – what kind of personality did he have – perhaps some flashbacks that included him.
* More…to flesh out the murders, murderers, community and main characters.
That said:
* I did not figure out who the thrill killers were till the very end and that is rare for me
* There were twists and turns that were unexpected
* I enjoyed the book and believe that if this was the beginning of a series it would be perfect because I kind of want to know MORE about all of the players from Griff and his sister to the Fisher community.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington – Zebra for the ARC. This is my honest review.
3 - 4 Stars
High finance, lost money, deception, thrill killing, adultery, divorce and a second chance at love are just part of what happens in this novel.
I have always enjoyed books by this author and did enjoy this one but…I think what I really wished there had been more of was character development…of just about everyone. Everything was explained but I wanted more.
* More about Sam: why he was at loose ends and what really made him tick.
* More about Jules: who was she really and what had she been doing between high school and her case of amnesia
* More about Joe: who was he really – what kind of personality did he have – perhaps some flashbacks that included him.
* More…to flesh out the murders, murderers, community and main characters.
That said:
* I did not figure out who the thrill killers were till the very end and that is rare for me
* There were twists and turns that were unexpected
* I enjoyed the book and believe that if this was the beginning of a series it would be perfect because I kind of want to know MORE about all of the players from Griff and his sister to the Fisher community.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kensington – Zebra for the ARC. This is my honest review.
3 - 4 Stars
June 21, 2017
Julia was unfortunate in moving into the Fisher Cove neighborhood. This book had twist and turns on every page. I never anticipated a thing, and the plot constantly changed direction. It only came together at the very end and what a surprise it was. Good read…
April 12, 2019
I found this to be a very good read. I love suspense thrillers and this one was certainly one that kept me turning the page.
August 9, 2020
This one has a lot of action and twists. Strained family dynamicts and an end you don't see coming.
March 17, 2021
This was my first time reading something by Nancy Bush, and I have to say I'm pretty impressed. Great story, well written characters, and the best final paragraph I've ever read in any book.
June 6, 2017
Absolutely fabulous book ! So many twists & turns. I thought I had it figured out and the end left me with goosebumps ! A must read if you like mystery/thrillers.
June 20, 2017
I love the book my favorite author surprises in book fast read I can't wait till next book comes out
May 31, 2017
DANGEROUS BEHAVIOR
Good thriller- Sam is trying to find his brother's killer and keep his brother's wife safe. Intense story with some interesting twists.
Good thriller- Sam is trying to find his brother's killer and keep his brother's wife safe. Intense story with some interesting twists.
May 26, 2017
I loved this book! Thought I had it figured out, but .... A must read, can't wait for the next!!!
May 25, 2017
It was fast paced and interesting. I definitely could not wait to find out the ending.
May 15, 2017
Another winner!
Sure fooled me. Fantastic ending. I usually figure out who done it's but not this time! Great book and I bet there's another to follow.
Sure fooled me. Fantastic ending. I usually figure out who done it's but not this time! Great book and I bet there's another to follow.
May 16, 2017
I loved this book! I loved the twists and turns and I especially loved the ending!
May 15, 2017
This was a fun read.
May 14, 2017
Another fantastic read by Nancy Bush. Lots of twists and turns and a great ending.
March 11, 2017
Money, intrigue, murder,a pair of killers, and a beautiful backdrop is the perfect mix for this mystery! We have Sam Ford, former cop, lost with no real idea on where life is taking him. He regrets his past, he does not seem to want to exist in his present. He is basically estranged from his older brother until he receives a cryptic text from his brother requesting to meet . When his brother never shows, Sam takes a drive and see a boat ablaze out at sea. Fear grips him as he arrives on the scene, especially after he finds his brother's wife, whom happens to also be Sam's ex, unconscious on the shore. This jump starts a thrilling ride through the twists and turns of this whodunit.
The farther into the book you go, the more drawn in you are. The characters are well thought out and the relationships between everyone are well defined without it seeming like filler. Every word leads you closer and closer to solving the murder. The twist at the end left me gasping, totally unexpected.
If you are looking for a gripping, hold on to your pants murder mystery, look no further!
I received an advance copy of this book via Netgalley. The review and opinions are my own.
The farther into the book you go, the more drawn in you are. The characters are well thought out and the relationships between everyone are well defined without it seeming like filler. Every word leads you closer and closer to solving the murder. The twist at the end left me gasping, totally unexpected.
If you are looking for a gripping, hold on to your pants murder mystery, look no further!
I received an advance copy of this book via Netgalley. The review and opinions are my own.
May 9, 2017
Really enjoyed this book, very easy, quick read full of twists and turns.
June 20, 2017
I've read other novels by Nancy Bush before and thought they were decent outings in the mystery thriller genre, but "Dangerous Behavior" was a letdown.
The pacing was a little slow, the characters (far too many of them in the first place!) were uninteresting - except perhaps Tutti because of her nickname, and the story telling dragged somewhat.
The only part I really liked was the very end. That twist was a true "did not see that coming at all" surprise. Alas, even with that, I doubt there will be a sequel so I don't think this person will get their just due.
Oh yes, there was one other surprise in the novel, but since I didn't care about that character at all
Hopefully, Nancy Bush will revert to her good form in future books.
The pacing was a little slow, the characters (far too many of them in the first place!) were uninteresting - except perhaps Tutti because of her nickname, and the story telling dragged somewhat.
The only part I really liked was the very end. That twist was a true "did not see that coming at all" surprise. Alas, even with that, I doubt there will be a sequel so I don't think this person will get their just due.
Oh yes, there was one other surprise in the novel, but since I didn't care about that character at all
Hopefully, Nancy Bush will revert to her good form in future books.
March 12, 2017
Thank you NetGalley for the ARC of Dangerous Behavior by Nancy Bush that I read and reviewed.
The twisted and creative mind of Nancy Bush blows my mind again with another book that I was unable to put down.
I loved Dangerous Behavior from the start and Bush had me guessing who the killers were literally until I read the very last section of the book and that was some excellent writing. I can't say much more because I don't want to accidentally give away spoilers but this is a must read if you love romantic suspense.
Dangerous Behavior gets five out of five stars.
The twisted and creative mind of Nancy Bush blows my mind again with another book that I was unable to put down.
I loved Dangerous Behavior from the start and Bush had me guessing who the killers were literally until I read the very last section of the book and that was some excellent writing. I can't say much more because I don't want to accidentally give away spoilers but this is a must read if you love romantic suspense.
Dangerous Behavior gets five out of five stars.
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