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A review by laurenjodi
Now You Die by Roxanne St Claire
3.0
Now You Die
3 Stars
In order to right a decades old wrong, former Bullet Catcher Jack Culver joins forces with his once boss and lover, Lucy Sharpe. As the two close in on their powerful target, they must put aside pride and distrust or risk losing everything including their lives.
Series note: This is book #3 in the mini- trilogy within the Bullet Catchers series. Consequently, it is recommended that the books be read in order.
An intriguing mystery and interesting investigation with some good twists, and the case is wrapped up satisfactorily. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of the romance, which is a significant letdown.
Neither Jack nor Lucy are particularly likeable either as individuals or as a couple. They are both controlling and self centered, and their actions are appallingly immature and unprofessional. Their romance feels forced as there is no real emotion behind their supposed feelings.
Two other problematic issues concern the Bullet Catchers as an organization. First, Dan Gallagher's behavior is also exceedingly unprofessional, and the fact that he would does not endear him as a potential hero. This is troubling as his book is next.
Second, the revelation that tarnishes the concept of the Bullet Catchers as the best of the best and the most loyal of loyal.
All in all, not the best in the series, but the suspense plot is satisfying.
3 Stars
In order to right a decades old wrong, former Bullet Catcher Jack Culver joins forces with his once boss and lover, Lucy Sharpe. As the two close in on their powerful target, they must put aside pride and distrust or risk losing everything including their lives.
Series note: This is book #3 in the mini- trilogy within the Bullet Catchers series. Consequently, it is recommended that the books be read in order.
An intriguing mystery and interesting investigation with some good twists, and the case is wrapped up satisfactorily. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said of the romance, which is a significant letdown.
Neither Jack nor Lucy are particularly likeable either as individuals or as a couple. They are both controlling and self centered, and their actions are appallingly immature and unprofessional. Their romance feels forced as there is no real emotion behind their supposed feelings.
Two other problematic issues concern the Bullet Catchers as an organization. First, Dan Gallagher's behavior is also exceedingly unprofessional, and the fact that he would
Spoiler
leave Lucy in the lurchSecond, the revelation that
Spoiler
Owen is a traitorAll in all, not the best in the series, but the suspense plot is satisfying.