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Witness in Peril
A killer lies in wait…
A witness in their sights.
Being attacked after discovering her client’s dead body sends estate lawyer Ivy Bridges running to the one man she thinks she can trust—her college ex, Special Agent Jacob Garcia. After arriving at his ranch with the daughter he doesn’t know exists, Ivy finds facing Jacob just as hard as escaping the killers on her heels. Can Jacob keep them safe—even as enemies close in on all sides?
From Love Inspired Courage. Danger. Faith.
A witness in their sights.
Being attacked after discovering her client’s dead body sends estate lawyer Ivy Bridges running to the one man she thinks she can trust—her college ex, Special Agent Jacob Garcia. After arriving at his ranch with the daughter he doesn’t know exists, Ivy finds facing Jacob just as hard as escaping the killers on her heels. Can Jacob keep them safe—even as enemies close in on all sides?
From Love Inspired Courage. Danger. Faith.
224 pages, Mass Market Paperback
First published January 1, 2022
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About the author
Jodie Bailey
113 books192 followersJodie Bailey is the author of Quilted by Christmas, as well as two suspense novels, Freefall and Crossfire and a novella in Holiday Defenders. Her devotions have appeared in Fighting Fear: Winning the War at Home and Sweet Freedom with a Slice of Peach Cobbler. She is also a contributor to PWOC International’s e100 Bible study for military wives. Her memberships include American Christian Fiction Writers.
When not at the keyboard, Jodie is a former middle school literature teacher and yearbook adviser who is convinced a camping trip to the beach with her family, a good cup of coffee, and a great book can cure all ills. Jodie lives in North Carolina with her husband, her daughter, and two dogs.
When not at the keyboard, Jodie is a former middle school literature teacher and yearbook adviser who is convinced a camping trip to the beach with her family, a good cup of coffee, and a great book can cure all ills. Jodie lives in North Carolina with her husband, her daughter, and two dogs.
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March 29, 2022
Jodie Bailey has once again captured my complete attention with her wonderful inspirational suspense. Her characters always are well done and the action was also well done. And the danger! Finished in less than a day. I also think (hope) that two secondary characters have a book of their own. This was great!
My thanks to the publisher for a copy of this book. My opinion is my own.
My thanks to the publisher for a copy of this book. My opinion is my own.
March 31, 2022
This fast-paced mystery opens with a horrific discovery and maintains its escalating momentum throughout the intriguing tale. Ivy Bridges’ visit to a client’s home launches a race for her life and that of her young daughter. Where else could she turn but to her high school sweetheart, Jacob Garcia? His injury overseas ended his military career, and he now serves as a National Park Service special agent at the Grand Canyon. In spite of the potential danger and law enforcement conflicts, he can’t help but come to Ivy’s rescue. Filled with emotion-packed excitement, twists, and surprises, you won’t want to put the book down. I finished it in an afternoon. Get ready for a thrilling adventure. I received a copy from the author. All opinions are my own.
April 5, 2022
An extremely fun read. I never miss a story by Jodie, she always writes ones I enjoy. This was no exception, an exciting beginning, likable characters and a solid mystery make for an enjoyable read. Great read!
February 28, 2022
Witness In Peril
Jodie Bailey
Witness In Peril is a Love Inspired Suspense. Bailey has penned a story that will capture you from the start and hold onto you till the end. She caught my attention from the start and and I could not put it down. I was not disappointed. Suspense, mystery, danger, courage and faith. The story was well written and the characters well developed. If you love a good suspense then i highly recommend Witness In Peril.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
Jodie Bailey
Witness In Peril is a Love Inspired Suspense. Bailey has penned a story that will capture you from the start and hold onto you till the end. She caught my attention from the start and and I could not put it down. I was not disappointed. Suspense, mystery, danger, courage and faith. The story was well written and the characters well developed. If you love a good suspense then i highly recommend Witness In Peril.
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. All opinions are my own.
August 5, 2025
The fact that I got thru the whole thing bought it a star, but... that's really not saying much.
First, the story can't even start with a decent opening paragraph. "It was a dark and stormy night", cliched as it is, is better than being chucked headfirst into a murder scene like we are in this hot mess. Why value and draw in your readers, when you can pelt them with emotion before even developing the scene for them? Screw details, people, Bailey has a #$!*% deadline, and YOU'RE in her way!!
Our heroine is a moron. She can't even walk up the steps on page one (for no apparent reason), she drops her pepper spray (who wouldn't be *CLUTCHING* it in a moment of fear, hello?), she leaves her purse at a crime scene... it's just awful from moment one.
The writing is abysmal, too. "Ivy Bridges. You save me a trip to your house," baddie says. 'How does he know I have a DAUGHTER!!!???!!!' is her immediate thought. Um... he never said anything about your kid, so... what the heck left field did *THAT* just come out of...???
How about this: "He headed across the den, where his leather recliner waited for him at an angle to the red plaid sofa that was a hand-me-down from Angie." Soooo... we can't bother with describing a crime scene or giving a decent intro, but when Bailey has a mind to, she can waste a LOT of page space describing the angles of the hero's furniture?
More fun: A FOUR YEAR OLD CHILD named 'Wren' can pronounce the 'wr' with no problem, but speaks in 2-year old talk. "I Wren!" she declares. But later, she can't pronounce the 'r's when the author feels like adding baby talk in. Drives me crazy.
NOT a keeper.
First, the story can't even start with a decent opening paragraph. "It was a dark and stormy night", cliched as it is, is better than being chucked headfirst into a murder scene like we are in this hot mess. Why value and draw in your readers, when you can pelt them with emotion before even developing the scene for them? Screw details, people, Bailey has a #$!*% deadline, and YOU'RE in her way!!
Our heroine is a moron. She can't even walk up the steps on page one (for no apparent reason), she drops her pepper spray (who wouldn't be *CLUTCHING* it in a moment of fear, hello?), she leaves her purse at a crime scene... it's just awful from moment one.
The writing is abysmal, too. "Ivy Bridges. You save me a trip to your house," baddie says. 'How does he know I have a DAUGHTER!!!???!!!' is her immediate thought. Um... he never said anything about your kid, so... what the heck left field did *THAT* just come out of...???
How about this: "He headed across the den, where his leather recliner waited for him at an angle to the red plaid sofa that was a hand-me-down from Angie." Soooo... we can't bother with describing a crime scene or giving a decent intro, but when Bailey has a mind to, she can waste a LOT of page space describing the angles of the hero's furniture?
More fun: A FOUR YEAR OLD CHILD named 'Wren' can pronounce the 'wr' with no problem, but speaks in 2-year old talk. "I Wren!" she declares. But later, she can't pronounce the 'r's when the author feels like adding baby talk in. Drives me crazy.
NOT a keeper.
March 25, 2022
My review today is on the Love Inspired Suspense, Witness in Peril. Jodie is one of my favorite authors. I love her work. This book is well-written, action-packed, and full of suspense. I know you are going to love it.
Estate Lawyer Ivy Bridges goes to the home of one of her clients. As she rings the doorbell she hears a woman scream, then another scream that is cut off in the middle. Grabbing her pepper spray she enters the home to find her client's body. She turns to run and bumps into a solid chest. The man is wearing a US Marshal's badge. He knows her name, threatens her, and threatens her daughter. She is able to escape but leaves her purse behind. A police cruiser comes after her. As she pulls over, something is wrong with the cop. She takes off again as he shoots at her.
Special Agent Jacob Garcia is shocked to find his ex hiding in his cabin. The woman he had left behind five years ago. With her is a daughter he never knew existed. Can he keep them safe even when Ivy is framed for the murder of her client?
A terrifying journey as they are hunted down. God has a plan for these three, a plan for hope and a future. God has a plan for you too even in this time of unrest, war, and chaos. Give Him your heart and watch Him move in your life.
Estate Lawyer Ivy Bridges goes to the home of one of her clients. As she rings the doorbell she hears a woman scream, then another scream that is cut off in the middle. Grabbing her pepper spray she enters the home to find her client's body. She turns to run and bumps into a solid chest. The man is wearing a US Marshal's badge. He knows her name, threatens her, and threatens her daughter. She is able to escape but leaves her purse behind. A police cruiser comes after her. As she pulls over, something is wrong with the cop. She takes off again as he shoots at her.
Special Agent Jacob Garcia is shocked to find his ex hiding in his cabin. The woman he had left behind five years ago. With her is a daughter he never knew existed. Can he keep them safe even when Ivy is framed for the murder of her client?
A terrifying journey as they are hunted down. God has a plan for these three, a plan for hope and a future. God has a plan for you too even in this time of unrest, war, and chaos. Give Him your heart and watch Him move in your life.
September 29, 2024
Why are a Federal Marshall and a Swift River policeman trying to kill estate lawyer Ivy Bridges, and how did they know about her four year old daughter Wren? Is Special Agent Jacob Garcia able to protect them from a notorious killer and her gang? Does the fact that Ivy was a college girl-friend and Wren the daughter he didn't know he have affect this mission?
Love Inspired Suspense's "Witness in Peril" has a lot going for it. First, it's written by Jodie Bailey who has become one of my favorite novelists. Second, its Grand Canyon setting makes me homesick for the state where I grew up in.
As I would expect from Bailey, there are characters you care about and exciting plot twists. Likewise, this story has Christian themes which are organic to the story but not at all preachy.
This is a stand-alone story, though there is a reference to her novella "Missing in the Wilderness," part of Love Inspired Suspense's collection "Canyon Standoff."
Is there a Jodie Bailey novel I would not highly recommend? Thus far, not at all, including this one.
Love Inspired Suspense's "Witness in Peril" has a lot going for it. First, it's written by Jodie Bailey who has become one of my favorite novelists. Second, its Grand Canyon setting makes me homesick for the state where I grew up in.
As I would expect from Bailey, there are characters you care about and exciting plot twists. Likewise, this story has Christian themes which are organic to the story but not at all preachy.
This is a stand-alone story, though there is a reference to her novella "Missing in the Wilderness," part of Love Inspired Suspense's collection "Canyon Standoff."
Is there a Jodie Bailey novel I would not highly recommend? Thus far, not at all, including this one.
October 14, 2024
Can you imagine you are just going for a normal meeting with a client and you discover your client's dead body? What has Ivy Bridges gotten herself into? After discovering her client's body she's attacked by an unknown person and escapes, barely. She decides to run to the one man she can trust, her college ex who is Special Agent Jacob Garcia. But will he help her after he finds out about the daughter that he doesn't know exist? Ivy has a hard time facing Jacob and wonders if she is doing the right thing, but knows she needs him to help keep her and their daughter out of the killer's hands and find out what's going on. Jacob and Ivy work together to try to solve why Ivy's life has been turned upside down and a killer has her in their sights. Will they be able to fit all the pieces in place before the killer silences Ivy and anyone in their way of getting to her? Highly recommend this read by Jodie Bailey. I didn't want to put it down!
March 30, 2022
This book was a quick and really entertaining read! I liked that the action started immediately… no long setup explaining the characters or situation. Bailey expertly weaves the “need to know” details into the narrative as the main characters, Ivy and Jacob, face their shared past and outrun a murderer. This book gave me all the “feels,” and I love these two MCs, I just can’t share too much without giving away the plot. Safe to say this book contains a lot of grace, love, and “Jesus moments,” in addition to non-stop action and beautiful descriptions of the surrounding environment. I highly recommend it!
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
I received an ARC of this book in exchange for my honest and unbiased review.
March 10, 2022
I absolutely love that I was able to read this advance copy of Jodie Bailey’s latest book. For me, it has all the feels I was looking for along with rekindling love, danger, hiking (ok, running for their lives into the Grand Canyon), an adorable preschooler, and God’s immense grace and mercy.
Ivy and Jacob have a complicated past but are able to fight the bad guys as the amazing team they are meant to be! If you enjoy christian suspense then you really need to read this! I always appreciate how relatable Jodi’s characters are and how they grow through the events of the book!
Ivy and Jacob have a complicated past but are able to fight the bad guys as the amazing team they are meant to be! If you enjoy christian suspense then you really need to read this! I always appreciate how relatable Jodi’s characters are and how they grow through the events of the book!
March 2, 2022
In Jodie Bailey's book, Witness in Peril, we have: secret baby, second chance romance, wounded warrior, struggles both emotionally and physically for the two main characters, Ivy Bridges and Jacob Garcia. Sounds like a winner to me. Sure kept me turning the pages. I really liked the characters and how Ms. Bailey made Ivy and Jacob work for their Happily Ever After. Little Wren is super cute and added a lot to the story.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
I received an ARC and this is my honest review.
July 30, 2022
I liked this novel, the second book by Jodie Bailey that I have read. There was lots of action and suspense involved as Ivy and Jacob tried to stay ahead of the people who wanted to capture them. Just as they thought were going to be safe, something else happened to endanger them. I will look for more books by this author to read and am sure I will like them as much as the ones I have read.
May 29, 2022
These books are hard to put down. These types of books keep a person guessing till the very end. If you like Mary Higgins Clark or any other mystery author I am sure you will like this or book like these books. Happy Reading!
October 9, 2025
Really great
This amazing author did an awesome accomplishment with this book. (I was going for alliteration there.) I was definitely on the edge of my seat with the twists and suspense.
This amazing author did an awesome accomplishment with this book. (I was going for alliteration there.) I was definitely on the edge of my seat with the twists and suspense.
April 20, 2022
I really enjoyed this book. But the ending was very abrupt. Good, just, wow, it's suddenly done.
November 7, 2022
I could not finish this book, I cant read books where, people keep their children a secret from the other parent.
October 18, 2024
Started with intrigue in the first few pages and held my interest through-out. The ending was a bit rushed - would of liked a few more pages of closure.
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