abridged edition. Read 18/1/24. Fast paced story, well written. ( )

Thriller

Dawson Scott has seen too much during his career as a journalist. Since his return from Afghanistan, he has had recurring nightmares and is dependent upon anti-anxiety medication. When Dawson's godfather, FBI Agent Gary Headly suggests he cover the murder trial of Willard Strong who is accused of killing his wife and her lover, decorated war veteran, Jeremy Wesson, via attack dog, Dawson can't understand Headly's interest. The revelation that there is a connection to the Golden Branch incident that has plagued Headly for most of his career ensures that Dawson will make the trip to Savannah for the trial. What Dawson doesn't expect is the instant attraction that he feels towards witness for the state and former wife of Jeremy Wesson, Amelia.

Deadline is filled with twists and turns throughout the story that make it tough to put down. Mystery, suspense, and romance are all a part of the plot, but not in equal balance, however, there is enough of each to satisfy the desire for all those narrative elements. The characters are likable but since the book is written from third person point of view, there is a feeling of distance while reading their stories. There is plenty of suspense and action to keep the story moving as more and more secrets are uncovered and clues are revealed. Overall, Deadline is an extremely well written romantic suspense, keeping the reader on pins and needles right up to the end of the book. ( )

Predictable love relationship, as usual in Sandra Brown novels, but the final twist was completely unexpected. I enjoyed this. ( )

Wow! The twist and turn of this book left me breathless. This was definitely a good read. I was definitely surprise about Dawson. Romance and mystery thriller rolled into one. Love it! Ahhhh...can't wait to read another book from Sandra Brown. ( )