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Deadly Exposure
How could a killer have struck in a crowded theater? That was the question plaguing TV news reporter Dani Richards. She'd been in the box next to the victim--and hadn't heard or seen a thing. Now the very man who had broken Dani's heart years ago was investigating the murder. And when her coverage of the story led the killer to stalk her, police offi cer and former fl ame Caleb Jamison insisted on protecting her. Dani was afraid to let Caleb close again. Yet she had no choice. The killer's sinister phone calls left no doubt that he'd come for Dani next.
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published May 13, 2008
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Cara C. Putman
66 books1,897 followersCara C. Putman lives in Indiana with her husband and four children. She is a clinical assistant professor in law and ethics at Purdue University's School of Business. She has loved reading and writing from a young age and now realizes it was all training for writing books. She loves bringing history and legal romantic suspense to life.
An honors graduate of the University of Nebraska, George Mason University School of Law, and Krannert School of Management, Cara left small town Nebraska and headed to Washington, D.C., to launch her career in public policy.
Cara is an author chasing hard after God as she lives a crazy life. She invites you to join her on that journey. She's currently writing her 41st book with more on the way. Please check out her website to learn more about her books and read first chapters.
An honors graduate of the University of Nebraska, George Mason University School of Law, and Krannert School of Management, Cara left small town Nebraska and headed to Washington, D.C., to launch her career in public policy.
Cara is an author chasing hard after God as she lives a crazy life. She invites you to join her on that journey. She's currently writing her 41st book with more on the way. Please check out her website to learn more about her books and read first chapters.
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March 11, 2023
Corny.
October 18, 2009
Wow I was just reading the blurb of the book and it sounds really scary.
September 21, 2024
I downloaded this book based on another author’s recommendation and because of a claim that this new-to-me author was “award winning”. I don’t know what she won awards for, but I’m sure it wasn’t for this book! The amount of glaring errors was extremely distracting (at one point the main character’s name was misspelled as Lani instead of Dani) and confusing. I deleted the book from my library after having only read 24% of the content. I didn’t like the MMC at all. Maybe he redeemed himself later in the book but I thought it seemed like he practically raped the girl when she was a teen and dumped her immediately afterwards. She got pregnant and the baby was ripped away from her. When they first meet again years later he smirks at her and tells her she must obey him. Nope. Not for me. I’m hesitant to read any more of the author’s work since reading the reviews of her other books as well. The reading was stilted and didn’t seem to flow, although there were parts that seemed quite good. She definitely needs someone to do a lot of editing. Her ideas might’ve been good but her production left much to be desired.
December 24, 2025
Now that’s how you handle the premarital pregnancy trope! The contrition for the sinful act was palpable; characters sought God’s and each other’s forgiveness; they pursued making things right with one another and in God’s sight; and they rightly faced earthly consequences for their sin. Absolutely beautiful example of how to handle sin of any sort in one’s life!
The murder mystery was excellent too. The theater setting for the murder was superb. I liked that the mystery thrust together the leads who shared past history. Nothing like a puzzle to solve to unravel the tangled web they wove back then!
Content: premarital intimacy, unwed pregnancy, marital affairs
The murder mystery was excellent too. The theater setting for the murder was superb. I liked that the mystery thrust together the leads who shared past history. Nothing like a puzzle to solve to unravel the tangled web they wove back then!
Content: premarital intimacy, unwed pregnancy, marital affairs
August 19, 2020
Lots of action with some twists and turns. During a show at the local theatre TV news reporter Dani Richards finds a dead body during intermission at the broadway show CATS. It was a young student she at interviewed. Who killed her and how? Then a stalker tries to scare Dani off the investigation and she has to call her ex-boyfriend Caleb for help. He is a police investigator on the case. Will they be able to figure out who killed the young girl and why before it is too late?
July 25, 2021
Dani and Caleb's story. (before covid this edition upgrade to past print)
A past that ties them together 10 years ago.
A night out to the theatre and then exposed to drama of a silent kill.
Investigation brings Dani and Caleb across paths.
Dani working in media and all the pressure (from colleagues and time) to bring the news to air.
A stalker close by.
Caleb's sister Tricia helps out and the second book is her story.
A past that ties them together 10 years ago.
A night out to the theatre and then exposed to drama of a silent kill.
Investigation brings Dani and Caleb across paths.
Dani working in media and all the pressure (from colleagues and time) to bring the news to air.
A stalker close by.
Caleb's sister Tricia helps out and the second book is her story.
August 15, 2021
Could have been a good story
Whoever edited this book did a lousy job. At times there were several characters speaking in the same paragraph. FYI when you put a rescue dog in the story, lose him, and never include any concern from your characters about what happened to the dog you've lost the interest of most readers. Skimmed through it. Wish I hadn't purchased the second in the series. Would not recommend this book.
Whoever edited this book did a lousy job. At times there were several characters speaking in the same paragraph. FYI when you put a rescue dog in the story, lose him, and never include any concern from your characters about what happened to the dog you've lost the interest of most readers. Skimmed through it. Wish I hadn't purchased the second in the series. Would not recommend this book.
June 30, 2018
Evil cannot win when people fight for justice...
Such a great whodunit! The idea of a murder being done in such an obvious place but with no real witnesses...yikes! With lead characters who must forgive to move forward and solve the case, it was interesting to see how they need that out to be able to move forward into the future.
Such a great whodunit! The idea of a murder being done in such an obvious place but with no real witnesses...yikes! With lead characters who must forgive to move forward and solve the case, it was interesting to see how they need that out to be able to move forward into the future.
March 6, 2020
I'm reading this years after it was published. Maybe it's just current events, but based on the title, I expected it to be about a virus or an epidemic not about a reporter exposing something someone else wants to keep hidden.
The story itself was okay once I adjusted to what it really was about. It was mildly interesting to see from a reporter's point of view.
The story itself was okay once I adjusted to what it really was about. It was mildly interesting to see from a reporter's point of view.
December 3, 2025
Deadly Exposure is a quick, suspense-filled read where a TV reporter stumbles onto a murder—and suddenly becomes the next target. As she digs for answers, the danger tightens, the stakes rise, and the truth hides closer than she expects.
A blend of newsroom tension, small-town secrets, and a touch of romance keeps the pace sharp and the mystery engaging.
A blend of newsroom tension, small-town secrets, and a touch of romance keeps the pace sharp and the mystery engaging.
January 14, 2023
Thrilling
This book captured my attention and held it throughout. The characters were fun to meet and get to know and the mystery held my attention. The outcome of the mystery was exciting and unexpected.
This book captured my attention and held it throughout. The characters were fun to meet and get to know and the mystery held my attention. The outcome of the mystery was exciting and unexpected.
April 8, 2021
I’ve liked the other books I’ve read by Cara Putman but this one fell a little flat for me. The elements didn’t quite fit together. It’s hard to explain really. Just not my favorite of hers.
November 20, 2021
Good book. Good chemistry between Dani and Caleb.
September 7, 2022
Good story line but format needs work.
December 7, 2022
I give this 3.5. 4 stars for the story, but there were many errors in the copy and it made it distracting to read the ebook.
February 23, 2023
Great book!
May 28, 2023
awesome read
August 30, 2023
GREAT BOOK
gave-up
November 2, 2023Old flames just aren't my cup of tea.
November 29, 2016
How could a killer have struck in a crowded theater? Dani had been in the box next to the victim and hadn't seen a thing. Now the man who broke her heart is investigating the murder, and when the murderer goes after her, Caleb insists on protecting her. Dani doesn't know if she wants to let him close again. This book shows a lot of characterization and has a good plot. These character qualities make the plot of this story suspenseful and exciting.
This is about someone who is being stalked by a killer from a murder that she half witnessed. The plot of this story is about a murder in a theater. Dani approached the neighboring box, she knocked and entered. “Renee?” Dani waited a moment, the women never turned. Dani tapped Renee on the shoulder. Her skin felt cool. Dani looked down for a flash of recognition. Instead, Renee’s gaze remained fixed, a horrible grimace passed her face. The emerald scarf wound tight around her neck in contrast to the way it flowed earlier. Between the tightness of the scarf and the bruise laying under the woman's jaw, Dani’s instinct jumped to murder. Apon reading this part the reader makes a conclusion that the lady died and was possibly murdered. This shows the main plot in this story and makes this story very intense and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
This story does an excellent job of clearly displaying the characteristics of each person. Dani Richards is a very determined person. “I wondered if I could look around since the crime scene guys are gone. Hmmmm. She didn't decorate much.”......”You know I can't do that, Dani.” “ I found the victim. Doesn't that earn me one look?”...... “I wish I could, but I'd violate all kinds of procedure. I can't let you disturb the evidence.” “ I only want a look around. I didn't even bring a camera.” “Do you know who purchased the tickets for Renee Thomas's box?”........ “ Yes but I've already told the cops and I can't tell you.” “Look, young man, I found Miss Thomas, and I will investigate until I find her killer.” This evidence from the book shows that Dani is a determined person who will stop at nothing until she finds out who the murder is. There's more characterization of characters that this book displays. Caleb Jameson is a compassionate and caring character. “Where are you running? I can't protect you if I don't know where you are.”...... “You can't run far enough, Dani. Let me help.” “You matter to me Dani, more than you know. Somehow we’ll work through everything.” “Dani this isn't about us or the past. It's about keeping you safe until we catch the murderer.” This evidence shows that Caleb cares for Dani and doesn't want anything to happen to her and will do anything to have them be together. These are two examples of the characterization shown in this book. This book shows how each character acts and their likes and dislikes.
This book is suspenseful and thrilling because of the characters qualities and the plot. This book has good characterization and a plot that is clearly stated, helping the reader understand the book better when they begin reading. This is a great book and should be read by all people that like mystery and suspense books.
This is about someone who is being stalked by a killer from a murder that she half witnessed. The plot of this story is about a murder in a theater. Dani approached the neighboring box, she knocked and entered. “Renee?” Dani waited a moment, the women never turned. Dani tapped Renee on the shoulder. Her skin felt cool. Dani looked down for a flash of recognition. Instead, Renee’s gaze remained fixed, a horrible grimace passed her face. The emerald scarf wound tight around her neck in contrast to the way it flowed earlier. Between the tightness of the scarf and the bruise laying under the woman's jaw, Dani’s instinct jumped to murder. Apon reading this part the reader makes a conclusion that the lady died and was possibly murdered. This shows the main plot in this story and makes this story very intense and keeps you on the edge of your seat.
This story does an excellent job of clearly displaying the characteristics of each person. Dani Richards is a very determined person. “I wondered if I could look around since the crime scene guys are gone. Hmmmm. She didn't decorate much.”......”You know I can't do that, Dani.” “ I found the victim. Doesn't that earn me one look?”...... “I wish I could, but I'd violate all kinds of procedure. I can't let you disturb the evidence.” “ I only want a look around. I didn't even bring a camera.” “Do you know who purchased the tickets for Renee Thomas's box?”........ “ Yes but I've already told the cops and I can't tell you.” “Look, young man, I found Miss Thomas, and I will investigate until I find her killer.” This evidence from the book shows that Dani is a determined person who will stop at nothing until she finds out who the murder is. There's more characterization of characters that this book displays. Caleb Jameson is a compassionate and caring character. “Where are you running? I can't protect you if I don't know where you are.”...... “You can't run far enough, Dani. Let me help.” “You matter to me Dani, more than you know. Somehow we’ll work through everything.” “Dani this isn't about us or the past. It's about keeping you safe until we catch the murderer.” This evidence shows that Caleb cares for Dani and doesn't want anything to happen to her and will do anything to have them be together. These are two examples of the characterization shown in this book. This book shows how each character acts and their likes and dislikes.
This book is suspenseful and thrilling because of the characters qualities and the plot. This book has good characterization and a plot that is clearly stated, helping the reader understand the book better when they begin reading. This is a great book and should be read by all people that like mystery and suspense books.
April 28, 2013
A woman is murdered during a showing of the Andrew Lloyd Webber musical “Cats” and reporter Dani Richards is on the scene…literally, as the murder occurred in the box right next to the one Dani shares with her beloved aunt, Jayne, who is suffering from Alzheimer’s disease. The reveal of the killer isn’t the surprise here, as the author lets us know almost off the bat who did it, but rather the slow courtship of Dani and her former flame, Caleb Jamison. Dani’s hidden a life-changing event from him and both wonder if they’re doomed to live in the past with all its regrets and disappointments or if they both care enough to learn to trust each other. Caleb’s declaration of love at the book’s conclusion is heartwarming.
July 13, 2015
Reporter Dani Richards going to a play, finds a girl that she had interviewed dead at the theater. Dani runs into an old flame, the detective on the case who left her for college 10 years earlier. They bump heads as they work to solve the mystery of the fallen college student and to rekindle old feelings.
December 6, 2020
The plot is good but it reads more like a rough draft. There are a handful of sentences that just stop and parts of the story feel rushed. The formatting of this edition is also distracting [it looks like it was formatted for a different size paper].
July 8, 2012
Nice suspenseful story! Keeps your attention!
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