Danger Unknown

by Kathi Oram Peterson

The small desert town seemed like the perfect place to disappear—until Brooke Steward’s worst nightmare walks into the diner where she works. The man who murdered her husband has found her—again. Desperate to protect her young daughter, Brooke has no choice but to run for their lives.
Awakened by a haunting nightmare that has plagued him for years, Michael Calder is startled by a knock at the door of his remote Montana ranch. He is even more shocked when he finds a disheveled child on his steps, who silently leads him to her injured mother. In making the split-second decision to bring Brooke and her daughter into his home, Michael is unwittingly drawn with them into the path of danger. Someone is determined to silence Brooke, no matter the cost. In their quest for the truth, Brooke and Michael come to trust each other completely, their relationship deepening into something more. But even as the lines between friendship and love blur, the explosive secrets of the past are finally revealed. Now they must fight to survive or risk becoming the latest casualties in a deadly conspiracy.

Genres: Suspense, Mystery, Romance, Romantic Suspense, Lds Fiction, Fiction, Chick Lit

264 pages, Paperback

First published March 1, 2022

About the author

Kathi Oram Peterson is the Whitney Award winning author of TREACHEROUS LEGACY (2021 )A STRANGER WATCHES (2019), and A FAMILIAR FEAR (2018).

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Romantic Suspense:

Shifting Sands (2023)
Danger Unknown (2022)
Treacherous Legacy (2021)
A Stranger Watches (2020) Whitney winner
Bloodline (2019)
A Familiar Fear (2018) Whitney Winner
Breach of Trust (2017)
Star Struck (2016)
Deceived (2014)
Wanted (2013)
Cold Justice (2012)
River Whispers (2011)

Novella: An Angel on Main Street (2009).

YA Time Travel Novels:

Reluctant Warrior (2017)-Previously published as The Forgotten Warrior (2009)
Stripling Warrior (2017)
Guardian of the Stone (2017) Previously published asThe Stone Traveler (2010)
Chasing the Star (2017)

Stories included in other books:

A Christmas to Remember (2011)
Life Lessons from Mothers of Faith (2013)
Remembering the Joy of Christmas (2015)

Concept and Biography Books for Children:

I Want to Be a Mathematician Like Archimedes
I Want to Be a Scientist Like Thomas Edison
I Want to Be a Scientist Like Antoni Van Leeuwenhoek
I Want to Be a Scientist Like Alexander Von Humboldt
Tyrannosaurus X 1
How Did the Chicken Cross the Road
Yangshi’s Perimeter
Lightning Bells
The Beginning of Numbers

Reviews

[Julie Carpenter · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5*

Buckle up!!! I feel like that is a fair warning for you before reading this book. Suspense and danger abound. Brooke and her daughter are running from their lives. From the opening words, "He's found me" the reader is taken on a wild ride full of twists and turns. I knew before I even picked up the book that I wouldn't want to put it down. That's how Kathi's books are for me. I want to read it all so I can figure out what is going on. I started it before bedtime and knew that probably wasn't the best idea. Ha! Not because of the suspense but because I knew I wouldn't want to put it down and fall asleep. I'd need answers and not sleep. *smirks* I know y'all know what I'm talking about!

When Michael opens his front door to a little girl who urges him to follow her, he has no idea what he's getting himself into. He's not one unfamiliar with danger though and is able to help Brooke and her daughter Izzy. I loved watching the trust between these three develop. At first it was very iffy but the more Michael does to help Brooke and her daughter, the more she knows she can't survive without him.

Around every turn danger is waiting for them. Brooke doesn't know who to trust, but she sure knows who to stay away from. I loved as the mystery and my questions about who was behind everything were revealed. All the "aha" moments brought more clarity. But even with that knowledge, the author still had some surprises waiting for me. So, buckle up!

Content: Clean. This book does have suspense and moments of peril but even with that in the book, I still believe it is a clean read. Nothing further than a few kisses.

I received a copy from the publisher, Covenant Communications, via NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions in the review are my own.

Happy Reading!!!

[Kori Potenzone · Rating 4 out of 5]

Danger Unknown, I mean, right there, the title hooks you right in.

I was excited to start this book last night. I had seen it would be released this morning and of course I needed to be the first to know every little detail !

This is a book jam packed with suspense that will keep you on the edge of your seat. Disclaimer, I am not to be blamed for the nailbeds you bite down into while reading.

I warned you!

A mother and daughter are running like their lives depend on it (literally) . When her husbands murderer appears back in Brooke's life, she knows she doesn't have any other choice but to run. This book is filled with twists and turns and was very easy to read. The narration was done with perfection and I was completely engrossed early on.

This is sure to be a best seller!

[Lisa · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this book, I felt like I was right there with Brooke and Izzy as they had to run for their lives. The action was non-stop with plenty of twists and turns along the way. Six year old Izzy was so sweet! She had to grow up fast ever since she witnessed a crime and felt she had to protect her mom. I loved her and couldn’t wait for the bad guys to get caught and justice to be served so she could return to her childhood.

Michael Calder was such a caring man who immediately helped Brooke and Izzy because he saw that they needed him. He was resourceful and clever to know how to evade the men who wanted to harm Brooke and Izzy. I am glad he was there for them!

I enjoyed this romantic suspense and would recommend reading this. I was given an electronic copy of the book from the publisher through NetGalley. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own.

[Nicole]

DNF at 57%. This book sounded so promising! In the beginning I was intrigued. However, the more I read the more bored I became to the point that I don’t care what happened to Michael. Maybe this author’s next book will be better.

Brooke Stewart and her daughter Izzy are on the run. From what or whom it’s unclear. Izzy ends up on Michael Calder’s front steps after she got into a car accident with her mom. Michael makes the split second decision to let Brooke and Izzy into his house.

Someone is after Brooke and is determined to keep her quiet. As Brooke and Michael navigate their complicated relationship, they begin to trust each other. When the secrets of their pasts are exposed will they still feel the same about each other?

Thank you to Netgalley and the publisher for this arc in exchange for my honest review.

[InD'tale Magazine · Rating 3 out of 5]

Readers will love the evolution of Brooke’s and Michael’s relationship in “Danger Unknown”, giving everyone the hope that they, too, will find their own Montana cowboy.

Read full review in the 2022 March issue of InD'tale Magazine.

[Sudasha · Rating 4 out of 5]

'Danger Unknown' by Kathi Oram Peterson was a fitting title choice for this action-packed novel. In the opening chapter, we are introduced to the heroine, Brooke, who has to leave her job in a hurry, taking her young daughter, Isabella with her. Why? Because of the menacing character whom she is on the run from, of course. We are informed that he is her husband's killer and that Izzy witnessed the murder, rendering her traumatized and speechless since the incident. Sent to kill them on orders from Brooke's father, he has chased them for six months. While driving away, Brooke totals her car, leaving Izzy to seek help- and oh, does she find the perfect man to do so. Michael, living in a remote cabin with his dog and his horses, is a war veteran who battles with alcoholism and severe PTSD. What follows are a series of events, most of them hair-raising and stress-inducing, which ultimately concluded with a happily ever after.

If you are searching for a book that will have you engrossed because of all the action, this is the one for you. From the beginning to the penultimate chapter, the characters are embroiled in situations which at times, had me blocking my eyes. There were no dull moments and I have to say that was the best thing about this novel. I loved Michael, he was a realistic character, his struggles and joys leaped off the pages, and had me rooting for him. His interactions with Izzy melted my heart, and I loved how he loved her before he fell in love with her mother. I also liked the slow-burning romance between Brooke and Michael; it felt real and developed in a manner that felt true for two people with all the issues they had.

At times, Brooke made decisions that left me a bit frustrated with her; one instance which immediately comes to mind is when she declined Michael's help (even though he had already proved himself as trustworthy), while concussed and of course, got herself into trouble immediately afterward. Otherwise, I had no major issues.

In the end, I would give 'Danger Unknown' a rating of four stars, as it was a great read and I enjoyed it. The book was professionally edited, with no grammatical or spelling errors, making it was easy to follow the plotline as there were no distractions. This is acceptable reading for teens and up, as there were no instances of foul language or erotic content; even the romance between the two main protagonists was mild. I would safely recommend this to anyone looking for something fast-paced and adrenaline-pumping; be prepared to find yourself engrossed in the outcome of the story! Peterson did a wonderful job with this novel, and I am looking forward to finding more of her work!

*A big thank you to Covenant Communications, Kathi Oram Peterson, and Netgalley for a free advanced copy of this book. I was under no obligation to give a review.*

[Mara · Rating 5 out of 5]

WARNING: Do not start this book at night! If you do don't plan on getting any sleep. Also buckle up for a heck of a ride! The first line "He's found me." drew me in immediately and the book had my full attention! Brooke and Izzy are hiding from someone and running for their lives. Thank goodness Izzy (Isabelle) found Michael's cabin and was able to lead him to her mom's wrecked car, but he had no idea of the danger that they'd soon be facing.

I loved Michael and how willing he was to help Brooke and Izzy. I liked that his previous military experience helped him help them and how his own struggle with PTSD helped Izzy through her trauma. Speaking of Izzy, she's one brave little girl and had been through a lot in the previous 6 months. The scenes with Izzy and horses were adorable and I feel the way they were placed in the story gave me little breathers from the suspense.

I had a theory of how Gerald (the bad guy) kept finding Brooke and Izzy, I was close but was completely surprised when it was revealed. I NEVER would've have thought of that! I also had my theory about Brooke and her parents and was a little surprised by that too. At one point I thought the bad guys might win--things were not going well but then another twist would come and I could relax just a bit...but not for long.

I shouldn't have been surprised how quickly the suspense escalated, as I've read other books by Kathi Oram Peterson, and they both had me on the edge of my seat. I read this book in about a day and a half because I couldn't put it down. I told myself "I'll take a break at the end of the chapter", but then the chapter would end with another twist and I had to keep reading. This girl needed answers and she needed them now. (LOL)

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher Covenant Communications. All opinions expressed in this review are my own.

[Cathy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was so excited to borrow this book by Kathi Oram Peterson from my local library! I love the way she writes her books. They are so suspenseful and they just pull you into the story from the very first page. I loved this one for that!

Brooke is a woman on the run. I felt so bad for her. Not only is she on the run from a man who wants to kill her. She’s trying to hide and protect her young daughter at the same time. I can’t even imagine the stress that would bring to a mom. The author did a great job writing Brooke’s character. The reader can feel her desperation throughout the book.

I loved that Michael was the kind of guy who was willing to step in and help. And the way he was with Brooke’s daughter, Izzy, was priceless. One thing that really struck me with this one is the way that Michael felt almost unlovable at the beginning. He’d been through some really hard things. But by the end, he wasn’t the same person anymore. That was a great thing!

I loved Izzy too. There were a lot of things that she had gone through as well. And she really needed Michael and the healing his special horses could bring.

This book was so great! I didn’t want to put it down.

[Melissa’s Bookshelf · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kathi Oram Peterson is a new to me author, and I thoroughly enjoyed this mystery/suspense/romance! Kathi’s writing style reminded me somewhat of Mary Higgins Clark and I think fans of hers will enjoy this mystery. It definitely started off with a bang and kept me anxiously turning those pages to find out what would happen next. Taking place in both Nevada and Montana, Ms. Peterson takes the reader on a rollercoaster ride as Brooke Steward and her six year old daughter Isabelle try to escape from the killer who murdered her husband.

Brooke is the daughter of a wealthy senator on the run with her daughter after her police officer husband is killed by his partner Gerald. Isabelle witnessed the murder and has refused to speak ever since. When Gerald catches up to them, Brooke and Izzy drive away just in time headed for Montana. After driving nonstop, Brooke drives off the road when she sleepily thinks Gerald’s BMW is coming toward them. With her mother lying unconscious after the accident, Izzy finds her way to Michael Calder’s horse ranch looking for help.

Michael is an Iraqi War veteran and recovering alcoholic suffering from PTSD. When Izzy arrives on his doorstep, he thinks she’s part of his nightmare. He soon realizes she’s real and follows her to her unconscious mother. Michael’s ranch offers sanctuary, and the horse therapy which proved so beneficial to his healing process promises hope for Isabelle. But trouble is never far away, and Gerald once again discovers their location. As they try to unravel the mystery of Gerald’s pursuit and Brooke’s husband’s death, it’s a game of cat and mouse which turns deadly at one point.

I have to admit this book kept me reading late into the night. It was definitely hard to put down. I enjoyed the relationship between Brooke and Michael. I also loved meeting Cap and his wife Little Bear Paw. Isabelle is a darling little girl who has been through a lot and definitely captures your heart. Her interactions with Sherlock the horse were so sweet and I loved the way horse therapy played a role in the story. The ending was surprising and almost hard to believe, however, I enjoyed the suspense and the way everything played out.

This mystery novel would most likely be rated PG. There’s some violence, betrayal, and mentions of alcoholism and drug use. There is no profanity and no sexual content other than kissing. I really enjoyed this romantic suspense and look forward to reading the author’s other books. I received an arc from the publisher through NetGalley. All opinions are my own and I was not required to provide a positive review.

[Shauna Jones · Rating 5 out of 5]

Couldn’t stop reading. So good!
The pieces of this story are so amazingly woven together. Each piece builds on the last one and sets the stage for the next yet does it in such a way that you are never quite able to predict what is coming next. The craftsmanship of the work is superb and will totally pull you in and not let you go. The main female, Brooke, is on the run, hiding with her daughter from the man who killed her husband and is now planning to kill both her and her daughter. Brooke has been running for months. Constantly living in fear, when the killer walks into the small, nondescript diner she has been working in. She escapes out the back, rushing to collect her daughter and get as far away as possible. One thought continues to nag at her. How can he continue to find her? In her rushed escape she falls asleep at the wheel crashing her car, knocking herself out. Her daughter frees herself and finds help at a cabin owned by Michael. Michael was once an army ranger and medic and quickly heads out to help Brooke. But he soon senses that not everything is as simple as Brooke wants him to believe. Soon he is invested in keeping both Brooke and her daughter safe when all the sources of danger and forces behind the threat are unknown. A great read! Thanks to the publisher and Netgalley for the copy. This is my review and all thoughts are my own.

[Kristine · Rating 2 out of 5]

I am very torn about what rating to leave.
Let's start with a mistake of mine - I did not notice this book was also classified as 'romance'. I have never read a romance book., as I am a mystery and thriller fan.
Nonetheless, I finally finished this book, with some trouble, as I was struggling to pick it back up - and I must admit I skimmed some pages.
Now for the review, in short - I felt like there was NO conflict at all. And a thriller needs some, it really does.. Everything just went ok, felt ok and nothing bad really happened - and if it did, the events did not feel sad or sombre, they were just .. again - ok!
Overall, I feel bad giving this book only 2 stars, but it just didn't excite me, it did not draw me in and it just was not my jam!

[Lisa (Bookworm Lisa) · Rating 4 out of 5]

Bring on the suspense! This book has many plot twists and moments that leave you on the edge of your seat wondering what would happen next?

Brook is a young mother who has taken her daughter and is on the run. Her husband was murdered and her daughter, Izzy, was a witness. There is a target on their backs.

Michael trains horses to help others with horse therapy. I loved learning about it, I know that there is a bond between a horse and its person, but I hadn't considered how they can help a wounded soul. His patience, mainly due to his PTSD, with Izzy as he helps her to compartmentalize her trauma was fantastic. Izzy and Brook couldn't have had an accident anywhere else other than this hero's property.

There are some other characters who play an important role in this story, some for the good and others for the bad. Each of them complements the main characters as they struggle to bring justice to the murderer and the man behind him.

I struggled to get through the middle part of the story, but it was well worth finishing. The conclusion is one that I wouldn't want to miss.

Source: I received a complimentary copy. All thoughts and opinions expressed are my own.

[Debbie · Rating 4 out of 5]

"Danger Unknown" is a romantic suspense. The main characters were interesting, likable, and reacted realistically to events. The mild suspense came from danger to Brooke and her daughter. A corrupt detective was hunting them, and they were barely keeping ahead of him (until the end). Brooke knew who had hired the assassin, but she had no proof and didn't know how to get it. She strongly didn't trust anyone in law enforcement because she didn't feel like they'd believe her. Michael and his friends not only protected her and her daughter but helped her to stop running and get the needed proof. Michael and Brooke generally worked well together and came to care for each other as they spent time together.

There was no sex or bad language. Overall, I'd recommend this romantic suspense novel.

I received a free ebook review copy of this book from the publisher through NetGalley.

[Maddie · Rating 4 out of 5]

MAJOR TRIGGERS FOR SOME PEOPLE - READERS BE AWARE!

This is the first book read from this author and I was impressed with her writing. Thriller books give me major anxiety, so I'm torn about this review. Haha.

The storyline was very well developed. The backgrounds of the characters (main and side) were in great depth. I think one of the best aspects of this book included the horse therapy references. You could tell the author had done her research on the topic and understood what amazing miracles could come from equine friendship.

Overall, I thought it was a good book. I would recommend it to anyone who likes to tie divine guidance and religious faith to thriller/suspense. There are definitely some triggers for people but that's to be expected for this kind of novel.

I'd read another book from her, but only when my mental health was in a better state haha.

(I received an ARC from NetGalley - special thanks to them!)

[Angeline · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars
Wow! This was such a suspenseful book. Danger Unknown is the first book that I have read by Kathi Oram Peterson and I really enjoyed it! It was a wonderful blend of suspense and romance. I have to admit I was a little worried about reading this book because I get scared easily, but it was a lovely book with just the right amount of suspense at least for me.
Brooke was on the run with her daughter. She was just trying to keep herself and her daughter, Izzy alive. However when everything seems to come crashing down help comes from an unexpected source. Michael Carter has been haunted by his past, but things change when he is awoken from a nightmare by a knock on his door. He finds a small child who leads him to her injured mother. Michael is unexpectedly brought into Brooke’s troubles, where a man is trying to silence her and her daughter. As Brooke and Michael fight to stay alive they find themselves drawing closer to each other. Will they be able to keep each other and Izzy safe or will they become the latest casualty in a deadly conspiracy?
Brooke was just trying her best to survive and protect her daughter. I really felt for her, she found herself in an impossible situation and she was just trying to keep afloat. I liked how Brooke felt real, I was able to relate to her. Brooke was strong but she was also at her wits ends. It was sweet to read about her learning to trust Michael and learning to stand up for herself. Brooke will have to learn to face her fears of the past if she wants to keep her daughter safe.
Micahel was just so kind, I really liked him as a character. He unexpectedly found himself drawn to this mother and child and he was doing his best to help them. His relationship with Izzy was just so sweet, he wanted to keep her safe. It was cute to read about him reaching out to Izzy and trying to break her out of her shell. He was a military man so he knew how to protect others and he was determined to protect Brooke and Izzy. However this situation was bigger then he could have imagined and Michael will need help if he wanted to protect Brooke and Izzy, people who have worked their way into his heart.
I liked how the relationship between Michael and Brooke grew. It did not feel rushed and although it was faster, it made sense because of the circumstances. I liked how they first wanted to help each other and then it grew to love. I was on the edge of my seat while reading this, I needed to know what was going to happen. There were so many surprises and more things just kept on popping up. It was quite an adventure. I also adored Izzy, she was just the sweetest little girl. I felt so bad for her, but I loved reading about her connecting to Michael.
Danger Unknown was a thrilling book and I would definitely recommend it. It is a suspense book so be warned. I would recommend it to those who enjoy lighter suspense if that even makes sense.:) Danger Unknown is a clean suspense book.

I voluntarily reviewed a complimentary copy of this book which I received from the publisher through Netgalley. All views expressed are only my honest opinion, a positive review was not required.

[Holly Bleggi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I thought this was a really good suspense. It had me on the edge of my seat from the first page. I really liked the characters and I liked how they worked together to figure out who was behind everything and why. I also liked seeing the healing that took place with the main characters and the use of horses for therapy. I thought this book was really well written and one that was hard to put down.

I received a complimentary book from publishers, publicists, and or authors. A review was not required and all opinions and ideas expressed are my own.

[Crystal (Books Are Sanity!!!) · Rating 4 out of 5]

This suspense story starts out with immediate heart pounding action! I was instantly pulled into Brooke’s world and trying to figure out why someone was trying to kill her and her daughter. Peterson does a wonderful job of pulling the reader into Brooke’s world and keeping them there until the very end. The world building was spot on and I felt like I was there with Brooke and Michael watching their lives unfold. Their story is full of emotion and heart pounding moments, and I could not put it down! I really loved the supporting characters just as much as I did the main characters. I hope Peterson writes another book with Cap and Little Bear Paw in it. Those are characters I grew to love in this story. Full of twists and turns you won’t see coming, Danger Unknown is romantic suspense at its finest! I received a copy of this book for free; all thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Sheila (sheilasbookreviewer) · Rating 5 out of 5]

Danger Unknown was a very intense book where Brooke and her daughter, Izzy, are running from a murderer. You can feel the tension from Brooke as she is desperately trying to save herself and her daughter. This is great writing when you feel just as anxious as the characters. There are many unanswered questions that slowly are revealed as the novel moves along at a fast pace.

I really loved main character Michael, a vet with PTSD from his service in Iraq. He's now living the life of a cowboy in Montana raising therapy horses and boy does he fill those cowboy boots really well. His heart is big and he can't help but jump in to help Brooke and Izzy. Some of my favorite moments in the book were between Michael and Izzy, as he tries to help the young girl through a traumatic experience by introducing her to a special horse. I also want to give a shout out to Michael's friend Cap and his wife Little Bear Paw. They added a special touch to life in Montana and the beauty that is there. They both are pretty tough and pivotal to the story. 

There are so many things that make Danger Unknown a fabulous book. It's chock full of danger, suspense, action, a little romance, and enough quiet moments to give you a breather before something else crazy happens. I loved Danger Unknown! Author Kathi Oram Peterson has written another thriller that hooks you and doesn't release the reader until the very last page. 

[joanna · Rating 2 out of 5]

eh what is is with male characters and their description of females it’s so weird also thought the motive was bizarre not to mention that their was so much excess violence and another stereotype of “wise Indian characters”.

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

One word - Fantastic! There are SO many twist and turns. Just when you think you've figured out what happened, you discover you were all wrong! I throughly enjoyed this story. This was my first experience with Kathi Oram Peterson and I am excited to read more! I loved the characters, the plot, the suspense, all of it!

Brooke and her daughter Izzy are on the run. After learning Izzy witnessed the murder of her father and that Brooke's father wants her and her daughter dead, Brooke and Izzy go on the run. Only staying in small towns long enough to make a little money to get the the next place, Brooke spends most of her time looking over her shoulder. That is until they land in a small town in Montana and meet Michael, a bachelor and veteran who owns a small remote ranch, who saves them in more ways than one.

[Lacey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Part thriller, part suspense, with a dash of romance.

This hooked me right off the bat. I started and couldn't put it down. I loved the characters and was so surprised by their strength and integrity. Not many people in the real world would willingly help others to that extent having never met them.

The plot never let up and kept me wanting more. I stayed up until 1am to finish reading it, because I just had to know how it ended.

I also horse back ride, and loved the equine therapy aspect in this. It's something I absolutely love and I hope the author continues on with this subject in future novels!

I really enjoyed this, plan on purchasing a hard copy, and plan ok recommending it to others!

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a story about Brooke who is on the run with her young daughter Izzy. Her daughter Izzy saw her dad, Brooke’s husband get murdered, and Izzy has refused to talk since that day. After the funeral Brooke was with her daughter at her childhood home with her parents when she over herd her dad, a wealthy senator, tell a person on the phone to kill Brooke and Izzy. Brooke took Izzy and ran. She has been on the run for six months when the hired assign finds them, they barley escape and Brooke is driving to find the next safe place for them to his. Brooke falls asleep at the wheel and her daughter walks to find help. She finds Michaels hous and has him follow her. Michael was an Army medic and when he sees Brooke in the crashed car with injuries he is all in. He wants to help her and once he discovers why they are on the run he is willing to do anything to help her and her daughter stay alive. I was given an ARC through NetGalley in exchange for an honest review.

[Lindsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

#dangerunknown #netgalley #kathiorampeterson

Kathi Oram Peterson knows how to weave an intricate, action filled and page turning book! This was a fantastic read, full of twists and turns and I loved it!

[Melissa · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book is full of suspense and intrigue, but also good Samaritans and a little romance. There is a lot going on in this book. I'll admit I thought it was coming to a resolution and then looked down and realized I was only at 50%. The book stalled a little for me there, but when it picked up it went really quick. I loved Brooke and Izzy and my heart ached for everything they were going through. Michael is wonderful and such a big help. I enjoyed the story and the intrigue. I actually feel like the ending wrapped up a little too quickly and would have liked another chapter, but it was still a good read.

I received a complimentary copy from the publisher through Netgalley and this is my honest review.

[Vicky · Rating 2 out of 5]

, The blurb was more exciting than the actual book. This story was just not very original: brave widowed mother on the run for her life with her adorable daughter. Traumatized vet of war in the Middle East. Why am I so attracted to this person I barely know? She’s so brave/he’s so kind.

I did love the idea that Michael trains therapy horses, although I’m not 100% sure the author knows a lot about it. My freshman daughter is currently competing in speech and debate with a speech about horse therapy, and receives horse therapy herself, so we’re big believers and fans. I know that the idea of therapy horses is not central to the story, but I think the author—who does relate that her sister had benefited from her relationship with horses—could have done more research/explanation. Horse therapy is as close as we can get on this earth to actual magic.

There were some definite issues in this book as far as relationship to facts. “Whispering Pines” Montana (not a real town) is supposed to be somewhat near the Crow Reservation. That puts it in the south central part of the state. Yet the Flathead County sheriff’s department comes and retrieves a body. Flathead County, where I lived for six years, is an eight-hour drive and a mountain range away. There are a dozen counties that would be more logical. In addition, why would the county sheriff’s office be based in the tiny town rather than in the county seat? It doesn’t make sense. This is literally something that five minutes and Google would have fixed—but neither the author nor the editor appears to have gone to the trouble. Disappointing. Of course, I need to acknowledge that this is an advanced reader copy, and this error may have been fixed on final. I certainly hope so.

Likewise with the author saying someone was sliding like a “bobsledder on a luge”. As I write this, I’ve been watching the Winter Olympics. Bobsleds and luges are two separate apparatus.

And a police "chief captain "? Pick one.

I didn’t find any of the characters to be particularly engaging—go back to my opening paragraph about how they were unoriginal. The ultimate villain in the story was a cardboard cutout. The sudden revelation by Brooke’s mother was totally out of left field.

I did like when Michael was teaching Brooke about shooting—he points out some very important principles of gun safety. This book is squarely in the “guns can be useful but they are dangerous tools and must be treated with respect” camp—which is a thing that I respect.

Sorry, but there just wasn’t much to this book that would make it stand out in a positive way.

Possible Objectionable Material:
People get shot and killed. Some other minor violence. Perilous situations. Deception. Kissing.

Who Might Like This Book:
Fans of romantic suspense who don’t have high expectations for anything new or groundbreaking and who can overlook factual problems.

Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for my opinion.

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[Donna Repsher · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kathi Oram Peterson is a new-to-me author, and she hooked me with the first three words in her new novel, Danger Unknown, "He's found me." As a lover of romantic suspense, I was hooked, and although I prefer my romantic suspense novels to have a little more romance and a lot more sizzle, this was still one really good, exciting, sweet, and suspenseful read, and it gets 4-stars from this reader.

Brooke Steward and her 6-year-old daughter, Izzy, have been on the run for their lives for the past six months, following the murder of Brooke's police officer husband, Brandon--in the garage of their home. We learn early on that he was murdered by his police partner, Gerald, the reason why is unclear at the outset, but we also soon learn that Izzy saw it happen, hid to save herself, and hasn't spoken a single word since it happened. They've been running from Gerald ever since, and no matter what fake name she uses, or how far from their Las Vegas home they travel, Gerald always seems to find them, although Brooke uses every bit of knowledge she possesses to evade him.

After spotting Gerald enter the diner where she was working under a false identity, she fled, packed up Izzy, who was hiding alone in a cheap motel, and took off driving, with no destination in mind, but she is so exhausted she eventually thinks she's sees Gerald's car behind her, swerves to avoid him, and eventually winds up driving off the road into a ravine, unconscious. Izzy, who steals every scene she's in, climbs out, looking for help for her mom, and finds it at the small equine therapy ranch owned by Michael Calder, a veteran with PTSD and a recovering alcoholic.

Since Izzy can't speak, her disheveled appearance speaks volumes, and Michael is soon following right behind her as she leads him to the site of the accident. As understated good guy heroes go, Izzy couldn't have found a better man to help them, and although Brooke doesn't trust easily, giving him another false identity, he's soon getting medical help for Brooke, who has a concussion, while helping Izzy regain her ability to speak, and he eventually goes on the run with with them, trying to understand what they're running from, and trying to keep them safe.

What follows is one heck of a suspenseful read and a slow reveal of who they're running from and why, as well as a slowly building attraction between Michael and Brooke. For readers who are offended by graphic sex scenes, rest assured that this novel has none. Although, when we learn who's behind Brandon's murder, who is behind it all, and the why of it, it did stretch my willing suspension of disbelief nearly to the breaking point, but what an exciting, shocking, surprising denouement, and what a sweet HEA finish, that I wish had either been longer or had included an epilogue.

Kathi Oram Peterson has proven herself to be an author whose novels I'd like to read more of, and I'm certainly happy to be able to recommend this one.

I voluntarily read an advance reader copy of this novel. The opinions expressed are my own.

[Stephanie Panach · Rating 3 out of 5]

Brooke and her young daughter, Isabella, are on the run after her husband was murdered in front of Isabella. The murdered is chasing them down and it is clear to Brooke that her father - a powerful US Senator is behind all of it. After an accident, Isabella turns up on Michael's doorstep in Montana to get help for her mom. Michael is an Iraq war veteran who suffers from severe PTSD. He's been through a lot and now lives a relatively peaceful life raising and training horses for equine therapy.

I liked a lot about this book - Brooke and Michael are great characters. But I didn't love a few things...I didn't love how Isabella's selective mutism is "cured" after a single encounter with a horse. Equine therapy is definitely a great therapy for PTSD and is proven to work - but usually not that quickly. There were also a few moments towards the end that were really - tough for me to swallow. I felt like Brooke was not thinking straight and Michael - who had been helping her just went along with her instead of being the voice of reason.

But overall - I did like it - this is a romantic suspense book with a strong Christian theme and elements.

I received this as an ARC from NetGalley, but these opinions are all my own.

[Julie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Danger Unknown has a little bit of everything—romance, suspense, and a twist you won’t see coming. Brooke Steward’s husband has been murdered and his killer wants Brooke and her daughter Izzy, dead. Brooke goes on the run to protect herself and her daughter, and we are introduced to them just as the killer has found them again. She gets away, but also gets in an accident. An Iraq war veteran Michael Calder hears a knock at the door one morning and a little girl leads him to her injured mother unconscious in their car. Michael is a former medic who saw too much pain and suffering in Iraq, and he has a past that haunts him. But the more he helps Brooke and Izzy, the more it seems like he might be able to lay some of those old ghosts to rest. It quickly becomes clear that things aren’t exactly as they seem, and neither Brooke nor Michael realize the true nature of who is trying to kill them. Readers will have a hard time putting this book down and will be turning pages long into the night to see how it all ends! You can see the rest of my review at https://latterdaysaintmag.com/books-t...

[Sharon Grow · Rating 4 out of 5]

Although this is might appear to be the usual woman in trouble and the man fights to protect her, there is so much more to the story. A little girl who may have witnessed the murder of her father and can no longer speak. A killer who wants them dead, but who else is involved in the need to silence the mother and daughter? Michael Calder finds a young girl knocking on the door of his cabin. She leads him to her mother’s car that has crashed. Brooke Steward is on the run from the men who want to kill her and her daughter, Izzy. She doesn’t want to drag Michael into their problems, but she is out of options. As Michael relies on assistance from his former captain, the killer is able to find them wherever they are…how is this possible? When they learn how he is tracking them they decide to end the threat, one way or the other. The betrayal runs deep and the final confrontation is deadly. I received an advance review copy at no cost and without obligation for an honest review. (by paytonpuppy)

[Carolina Colleene · Rating 3 out of 5]

Language: G (0 swears, 0 “f”); Mature Content: PG; Violence: PG13
Gerald has found Brooke again, which means she and Izzy need to leave tonight – now. Waking up from his recurring nightmare of his time in Iraq, Michael finds a little girl on his doorstep who leads him to her mother in a wrecked car. As Michael tries to help Brooke, he knows that she is hiding something, but Brooke can’t worry about this kind stranger who doesn’t understand how close Gerald is to catching them.
I was all in from the first page of Brooke’s story. Peterson reveals the complicated situation slowly throughout the book, keeping readers on edge as they wait to uncover the truth with Michael and Brooke. Watching the characters heal and grow during their challenges rather than waiting until the issues were resolved offers hope that the same will happen for readers in our own lives. The mature content rating is for mention of alcohol abuse and illegal activities; the violence rating is for persistent gun use and murder.
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