Today I am reviewing Hush by Kate White for TLC Book Tours. As always, I am provided with a copy of the book in exchange for my honest review.
About the book: Four months after their separation, marketing consultant Lake Warren faces a tough legal battle with her husband, Jack, for custody of their two kids. Though the timing couldn’t be worse, she finds herself responding to the flirtations of Dr. Mark Keaton, her handsome colleague at the Advanced Fertility Center. But the morning after their one-night stand, Lake discovers Keaton with his throat slashed.
Afraid of losing her children forever, Lake lies to the police—and begins searching for the truth on her own before she can be charged with the heinous crime. She starts getting hostile treatment from her coworkers, and strange clues start appearing, quite literally, on her doorstep. Soon Lake is pulled dangerously close to the very dark secrets surrounding the slain man and the clinic where they worked. And suddenly the police are not the only ones hunting Lake Warren.
My review: I must admit that I have read all of Kate White’s previous mysteries featuring Bailey Weggins. This new mystery does not disappoint. Ms. White is a very gifted writer. She manages to keep the suspense at a high level throughout the book. From the moment the protagonist discovers the dead body, the tension mounts and the pace never slows. Because of a looming custody battle with her soon to be ex-husband, Lake cannot let even a hint of suspicion fall on her. Sleep deprived, desperately trying to keep one step ahead of the police, frightened for her children and herself – the stakes could not be higher. I felt like I was right along with her on this terror-filled ride.
This is a mystery that you can’t put down. And aren’t those the best kind? Ms. White’s mysteries usually take place in and around New York City and her descriptions of the city are wonderfully detailed, as are her descriptions of Upstate New York (where I live.) The various characters are vividly drawn. You’ll be caught up in this mystery – trying, as I did, to figure out who the killer really is.
I recommend this book highly, especially if you are a mystery-lover. And once you read this book, go back and read Kate White’s other mysteries. You’ll be hooked.
About the author: Kate White is the editor-in-chief of Cosmopolitan magazine and the New York Times bestselling author of the Bailey Weggins mystery series and several popular career books for women, including Why Good Girls Don’t Get Ahead but Gutsy Girls Do. She lives in New York City.
Ooooh Claudia, I love mysteries and this one looks very promising. I shall search out her books, I love to read more then just one, especially if the author has a series!!!
Thanks for sharing!
Hugs,
Margaret B
Oh my friend…if your recommend the book it must be wonderful…I am going to write it down on my ever growing list of must reads.
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Okay, I’m going to our local library’s online catalog and see what I can check out NOW ! ! !
I have a Nook so I am able to download right now.
See ya later.
Hugs,
Gerry
Just what I was looking for…a new book. I have been struggling to find something good to read. I just started Sarah’s Key, but this will be added to the list.
This book sounds riveting! Thanks for sharing your review!
I have never read any of these, will be sure to take note –
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This sounds like a great book to read. I have got to find some time to read. I am really trying to hold off till after I get the Easter outfits made, and I’ve just begun. I’ll put this one on my list to read, though. I love your critiques. I trust your judgement.
I love books that I just can’t put down even if they are often exhausting to read (because I’m staying up to all hours of the night!).
I’m thrilled this one was a hit for you. Thanks for being on the tour!
For some reason I love reading a good Mystery in the summer months. I will definitely look for this one to add to my list. Thanks! Blessings, Joanne
You give the best darned book reviews, Claudia!
Brenda
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I will definitely write this one down. I am always looking for a new mystery series to read!