| Title | : | Don't Keep Silent (Uncommon Justice, #3) |
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | |
| ISBN | : | 0800729862 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780800729868 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 368 |
| Publication | : | First published June 30, 2020 |
Investigative reporter Rae Burke will do anything to find her missing sister-in-law, even if it means facing Liam McKade, a man who almost lost his life saving hers. A former DEA agent, Liam thought he could find peace at his Wyoming ranch, but he doesn't feel at home anywhere anymore. When the reporter who blew his cover on an important investigation inserts herself back into his life, he's less than thrilled. But Rae's keen investigative skills have led her down the right path--and directly into the dragon's mouth--leaving Liam no choice but to protect her.
As the danger increases, the past they both tried to flee catches up to them, along with the feelings they once had for each other . . .
Don't Keep Silent (Uncommon Justice, #3) Reviews
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I've read all of the books in the Uncommon Justice series and as soon as I start one of her books I'm immediately immersed in the plot. The plot always captures my attention with it's detail and how it makes me feel as though I'm witnessing all that's going on.
From the beginning with the desolation and the snow and frigid cold to the hunt for the missing people you will be on the edge of your seat as you quickly turn page after page til you get to the wonderful finish .
This is part of a series but can easily be read as a stand alone but do yourself a favor and read the whole enjoyable series. It's the romantic suspense series you'll be telling your friends to read.
I highly recommend it and am looking forward to whatever the author comes out with next.
Published June 30th 2020 by Fleming H. Revell Company
I was given a complimentary copy of this book. Thank you.
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This book was an engrossing read — kept me coming back. The hero and heroine are thrown together in a race to find the heroine's sister-in-law. Only things are never so easy as they seem. These two have a history where Liam blames Rae for destroying his career and almost killing him. Now they have to trust each other, but it's not easy. Especially when the truth is very hard to find. A book with characters that kept me coming back for one more page.
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Don't Keep Silent is the third and final installment of the Uncommon Justice Books and was a great addition to the series. I have enjoyed all of the books that involve the McKade brothers of Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Liam is a former Marine and DEA agent who was working undercover with the agency when he was injured saving Rae Burke, an investigative journalist working on a story involving trafficking women. He was working on a case to arrest the same man that Rae was investigating when Rae was put in danger and he saved her. Now, Liam is back at the family ranch, recovering and helping out his brother Heath, who has improved the ranch and turned it into a place for guests to visit and tour the wilderness in the area.
Rae Burke is thrown back into her old investigative mode when her sister in law Zoey goes missing and Rae's brother/Zoey's husband asks Rae to help find her while he stays home with their autistic young daughter. Zoey is from the Jackson Hole area where Liam is now living so Rae enlists his help because she knows that she can trust him since he saved her before. It is thought that Zoey could be in the area.
The two have an action packed time of dangerous incidents where someone is trying to let them know that they are getting too close. As the two work to get answers, their former attraction to each other is rekindled. This is a page turner with a great story full of suspense with twists and turns that kept me guessing who of the suspects are involved in this complicated mystery. I highly recommend it.
Thanks to Revell Publishing through NetGalley for a complimentary ARC. All of the thoughts and opinions expressed are mine only. -
Good conclusion to the series. I especially liked how the novel started.
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I have truly enjoyed each book in the Uncommon Justice series. Don’t Keep Silent is book three, yet can easily be picked up and enjoyed as a stand alone novel.
I thought the author did a fantastic job of keeping me guessing as to how everything was connected in this novel. I felt immersed in Rae and Liam’s investigation, as well as in the action of the book. It was as if I was up on those ski slopes, making my way down the mountain.
I appreciated that even though Liam had been wounded by Rae’s actions in the recent past, both physically and emotionally, he still agreed to work with her. He was such a great character and I liked seeing how these two interacted together. Great romantic suspense!
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What a finale to the Uncommon Justice series! This book started with a bang and it did not let up once. The mystery was very good and the twists and turns kept me guessing. I stayed up late several nights reading it because it was hard to put down. The ending was excellent and I am sorry to say goodbye to these characters. I am looking forward to Elizabeth's next series!
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3.5
No matter what, investigative reporter Rae Burke has to find her missing sister-in-law—even if she must cross paths with the protective man she hoped to leave in her past. The closer they come to the truth, the more danger surrounds them—and the more undeniable their feelings for one another become.
Elizabeth Goddard’s Don’t Keep Silent, the third Uncommon Justice novel, proves to be action-packed, high-stakes, and oh so intriguing as the drama unfolds—a perfect conclusion to the series. I enjoyed getting to know the third McKade brother and the story definitely kept me on the edge of my seat. Readers looking for an entertaining romantic-suspense read, check out Don’t Keep Silent (and the rest of the series, too).
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Don’t Keep Silent is the third book in the Uncommon Justice series and I very much enjoyed reading it! Liam has appeared throughout this series either through conversation between his brothers or in the flesh, so to speak, but this was the first book where he was actually a main character. He had always seemed standoffish and it was wonderful to get inside his head. He was also a man who had many emotional wounds and it seemed that more than a few of them came from his history with Rae Burke.
Liam and Rae had a complicated history and I was most curious in finding out the whole story about what had transpired between them. It was quite clear that at one point there had been a love interest between them but that had gone down in flames after a serious event that had many far-reaching consequences. Given their history, the only reason that Rae ended up searching Liam out was because she was in desperate need of assistance and the only reason that Liam agreed to help was that he wanted answers.
I loved reading Don’t Keep Silent because both Rae and Liam were relatable characters who were earnest in their hunt for the truth. The mystery was quite thrilling and there were moments of edge of your seat action and suspense that had me turning the pages as fast as I could! There were also moments of such sweet sincerity between these characters, a very inspirational meeting of minds and hearts. Overall, Don’t Keep Silent was a compelling story that, in addition to being a clean read, had an intriguing and suspenseful mystery at the heart of it!
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'If no one ever held his heart, then he'd never have his chest ripped open and his heart pulled out and cut to pieces.'
Elizabeth Goddard brings her Uncommon Justice series to a close with the last McKade brother's story. Liam McKade is a former DEA agent who nearly lost his life keeping investigative reporter Rae Burke safe and alive. Now he is back at his family's ranch and she shows up in town trying to find her missing sister in law.
I have been looking forward to this book and Goddard’s suspense doesn’t let up for a minute. The suspense continues throughout and I absolutely could not put it down nor discover the culprit! Goddard throws a few surprises in to keep the reader on tender hooks, too. Well written, great characters and unrelenting suspense make for a great reading time. Don't Keep Silent is the perfect finale to this great series.
'God, what path do I take?'
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“Too many ways to die in this scenario flashed through her mind all at once.”
With action, adventure, and intense danger at every turn, author Elizabeth Goddard takes readers back to the majestic valley of Jackson Hole, Wyoming and the beautiful snow-covered Rocky Mountains, where secrets from the past never stay hidden for long. Even though Don’t Keep Silent is the third book in Elizabeth Goddard’s Uncommon Justice series, it can easily be read as a stand-alone novel.
When investigative reporter Rae Burke’s sister-in-law goes missing, she turns to former DEA agent Liam McKade to help her. Unresolved feelings from the past are the least of their problems, as attempts on their lives take a shocking turn.
Don’t Keep Silent is the perfect conclusion to the Uncommon Justice series, and fans of the McKade brothers will love the cameo appearances of Austin and Heath throughout the novel. Elizabeth Goddard’s breathtakingly beautiful descriptions of the scenery make me want to visit Wyoming and stay at the fictional Emerald M Guest Ranch. Readers will not be able to put this book down! The action and adventure keep readers captivated in the storyline as they try to piece together the clues of the puzzle along with Rae and Liam.
Don’t Keep Silent is highly recommended for readers of romantic suspense, especially those who enjoy books by authors such as Dani Pettrey, Lynette Eason, and Susan May Warren.
I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell and was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are mine.
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About this book:
“Justice comes easy for these two. But forgiveness? That's another matter altogether.
Investigative reporter Rae Burke will do anything to find her missing sister-in-law, even if it means facing Liam McKade, a man who almost lost his life saving hers. A former DEA agent, Liam thought he could find peace at his Wyoming ranch, but he doesn't feel at home anywhere anymore. When the reporter who blew his cover on an important investigation inserts herself back into his life, he's less than thrilled. But Rae's keen investigative skills have led her down the right path--and directly into the dragon's mouth--leaving Liam no choice but to protect her.
As the danger increases, the past they both tried to flee catches up to them, along with the feelings they once had for each other . . .”
Series: Book #3 in the “Uncommon Justice” trilogy. Review of Book #1 Here! And Book #2 Here!
Spiritual Content- Proverbs 31:8-9 at the beginning; A Scripture is mentioned; Prayers; 'H's are not capital when referring to God; Mentions of God, Him opening doors, & trusting Him; Mentions of prayers & praying; A mention of devotionals; A mention of someone being a godsend; A mention of not knowing someone from Adam; A mention of thinking of someone as a martyr; A mention of Rae exposing sins in her writing;
*Note: Rae doesn’t understand why humans commit “such heinous acts against fellow humans” and thinks that she wouldn’t ask the creator of the universe why, because “there would be no way to comprehend his answer” (this is not mentioned or brought up again later); Mentions of evils in the world & a man being killed by them; A mention of someone wanting to escape the “living hell” he is currently in; A mention of someone’s demons; A mention of Rae idolizing her father.
Negative Content- Minor cussing including: a ‘dumb’, a ‘shut up’, a ‘stinking’, a ‘sucker’, and two ‘stupid’s; A mention of curses (said, not written); Some Sarcasm; Pain (including emotional), Injuries, Seeing others shot (one killed), Being followed, Being ran-off the road, Being drugged, & being abducted (semi-detailed); Recalling a couple near-death experiences (up to semi-detailed); The prologue is set in the point of view of a woman running away from her abductors, being faced with the possibility of dying, & falling through an frozen pond (semi-detailed); Alan is emotionally distraught after this wife disappears and later thinks that while he isn’t violent, he would kill the man who took his wife away from him; Rae has a panic attack (border-line barely-above-not-detailed // semi-detailed); All about many, many mentions of abductions, abductors, kidnappings, a missing woman, her possibly being dead, bodies, stalkers, being stalked, physical abuse, beatings, injuries, ransoms, blackmail, & threats (semi-detailed); All about many, many mentions of criminals, crimes, crime scenes, violence, money laundering, drug dealers, drug trafficking, human trafficking, trafficking rings, gangs, & prisons; Many mentions of murders, murderers, & how it happened (up to semi-detailed); Many mentions of pain, blood/bleeding, injuries, bullets/gunfire, shootouts, being held at gunpoint, being shot, being left for the dead, being tied up and threatened, & near-death experiences (up to semi-detailed); Mentions of wars, battles, bombs, killings, & deaths (barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of husbands and wives fighting & news stories of them killing each other; Mentions of a police officer thinking that Alan killed his wife & has her body somewhere (barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of a fire & death (of a loved one, barely-above-not-detailed); Mentions of being ran-off the road, falling down a mountainside, & attempted murders (semi-detailed); Mentions of break-ins, stealing, thieves, thefts, stolen items, & embezzling; Mentions of an alcoholic father, alcohol, drinking, drunks, drunk driving, & deaths; Mentions of lies, lying, & liars (including Alan lying to his daughter about where her mother is); A few mentions of capital punishment & innocent men dying; A couple mentions of a mother leaving her sons with her abusive husband (Liam’s mother); A couple mentions of grieving the loss of a loved one; A couple mentions of hiring a hit man & hits; A couple mentions of divorces; A couple mentions of abused horses & horse abusers (including the mention of a car resting on its side like an abused horse that wants to die); A couple mentions of hunters & hunting; A mention of an avalanche & death; A mention of children not deserving the loss of a parent (yet it happens every day); A mention of cigarettes; A mention of tattoos;
*Note: Rae & Liam both mention a few times about seeing some victims never getting justice because law enforcement can’t be everywhere & that people die and bad guys get away; Mentions of social media (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram); Mentions of car brands; A couple mentions of PTSD; A mention of an actor (Jason Statham); A mention of Barbie dolls.
Sexual Content- A not-detailed kiss and two detailed kisses; Recalling a kiss (up to semi-detailed); Wanting to kiss (up to semi-detailed); Touches, Embraces, Warmth, & Nearness (up to semi-detailed); Remembering touches & embraces (barely-above-not-detailed); Wanting to touch & embrace (up to semi-detailed); Noticing & Smelling (barely-above-not-detailed); Winks; A ‘babe’ and a ‘baby’; Many mentions of sex trafficking, traffickers, Rae almost being trafficked while undercover, women being violently assaulted, & women in prisons being recruited for sex buyers (all that’s said on the details of such content is that it’s a “never-ending nightmare”, their clients being a part of an “exclusive high-mountain club”, a man “having his fun” with a woman, men paying for a tryst with a woman, that often times women were “used…then disposed of”, & a few hints of what could be happening to a woman (but nothing is actually said beside it being torture); Mentions of a possible affair/cheating and/or a wife leaving her husband; Mentions of kisses & kissing (barely-above-not-detailed); A few mentions of a child being conceived in an assault; A few mentions of couples (married and dating) kissing; A few mentions of jealousy & possessiveness; A few mentions of dates & dating; A couple mentions of flirting; Love, falling in love, & the emotions.
-Rae Burke
-Liam McKade, age 31
P.O.V. switches between them, Alan, & Prologue in someone else’s
368 pages
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Pre Teens- One Star
New Teens- One Star
Early High School Teens- Two Star
Older High School Teens- Three Stars
My personal Rating- Two Stars
I’ve been really looking forward to finishing this trilogy after really enjoying the first and second book, but unfortunately, this third book wasn’t what I hoped it would be.
I think it’s because of a few different reasons:
1. I struggled with this book much more than I expected to. Is it because I’m struggling following the plot? Because Rae keeps making not the greatest choices? Because she feels super young in her reactions and thoughts? Because of the second chance romance that barely has any interest on his part? Hmm, I guess it could be all of the above.
2. It’s no secret that I’m not a big fan of the second chance romance/relationship trope and with this novel, we’re teased until halfway through were we finally get the full story on what exactly happened prior.
3. We’re told so much in both the prior comment and then also at the end with the big reveal. When it comes to my suspense books, I incredibly dislike being told in conversations what happened and why the suspense elements of the plot played-out in a conversation. I want to see it happen on the pages, not be told in a lot of dialogue. So that was unfortunate about this book’s ending and knocked off a star in my personal rating.
As far as books that indirectly deal with human trafficking, it was probably one of the cleanest and there wasn’t too much other content outside of the typical suspense content (kidnappings, blood, gunfire, etc.). So, it wasn’t a bad read, just one I guess I had higher expectations of before reading.
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"It was how he felt once, and he realized that he'd lost himself. Rae was helping him find himself again."
Elizabeth Goddard once again delivers an action-packed, intense romantic suspense with an intricate and well-crafted plot. The chase to find the villain is full of twists and turns and the sheer brilliance in the complexity of the plot can truly be appreciated only at the conclusion of the book. This is book 3 in Uncommon Justice series but can definitely be read as a stand-alone. If you enjoy romantic suspense, this book is a must-read for your summer reading list.
Liam, a former DEA agent, is still the fierce warrior who finds his purpose in protecting those in need, uncovering injustice, and bringing justice to the world. Rae, a former investigative reporter, is equally fierce in uncovering injustice and attempting to right the wrongs of the world by not staying silent. They have a tricky past which led to Liam resigning from the DEA and floating in a sea of uncertainty. Rae gets pulled into a secretive world of kidnappings and trafficking when she sets out to find out where her sister-in-law disappeared to. They're thrown into a rollercoaster ride of a lifetime when Rae's search brings her to Liam's hometown and they're almost immediately targeted by someone who is bent on scaring them from digging further. If you've followed the series, you'll be delighted to see Liam's brothers Austin and Heath with their happily-ever-afters in their cameo appearances.
I received a copy of the book from Revell/Baker Publishing Group and was under no obligation to post a positive review. All comments and opinions are solely my own. -
Trouble seems to follow the McKade brothers, considering their occupations in law enforcement and Liam is no exception. In fact, investigative reporter, Rae Burke, and Liam were in much danger in the operation that made Liam want to retire from the DEA. Close encounters with evil go hand in hand with those who choose to help others. But some things you DON’T KEEP SILENT.
Rae is looking for her friend, sister-in-law, Zoey. She enlists help from Liam and they find themselves getting deeper in a mystery. It is hard to know who to trust and how to keep loved ones safe. The McKade family and Rae and her brother clearly rely on God to see them through tough times.
This was a riveting read that did not let up on the excitement. In addition, you could almost see the beauty of the Wyoming mountains, feel the bite of the snowy winter weather and hear the whine of the snowmobiles. It was a page turner that was easy to get caught up in.
*I received a complimentary copy of this book from Revell Reads Blogger Program. I was not required to give a favorable review. All opinions are my own.* -
I should really investigate books a little more before I request them for review. Once again, I jumped into book three without realizing it. And from how much I enjoyed this book, I would have loved to experience the entire series—in order.
I was prepared to find Rae annoying. She’s a reporter and a woman in a suspense novel. That combination usually means headstrong and a little stupid because of determination. And Rae did have some of that, but in the end, it wasn’t really her dogged determination that got her in trouble—it was a whole mix of events and people’s choices. Because she did have her stupidly determined moments of leaving behind the guy-protection she had hired, but for some reason, it didn’t grate on me like it has in other suspense novels I’ve read.
Liam was a great guy. He had his past hurts and troubles to get over, but overall he was a solid character.
The romance was a steady thread throughout the story, but the characters weren’t obsessing over each others’ looks (it was mentioned, but not obsessively). There were two kisses that were semi-detailed in description. Some teen readers might find the romance too much for them.
The characters often prayed to God and went to Him for help and direction. In thinking over the story as a whole, I cannot really pinpoint a specific faith message—but I will admit that I read this during a busy time where my brain was clouded with chronic fatigue, so it could be that I just missed connecting the dots there.
It was a book that I enjoyed. There were great suspense moments and a lot of interwoven plots—even if the end did feel like a little jumble of characters spilling information. I’ll be on the lookout for more from this author.
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Action-Packed present and past collide in this suspenseful, read rich in backstory.
Rae Burke is an investigative journalist, on the search for her sister-in-law who has suddenly gone missing. In order to do that she goes to the one man who has the skills to help her find Zoe. Rae is the last person that Liam McKade wants to help after his cover was blown protecting her the last time, but he takes the job. As the plot unfolds did Rae and Liam, realize that the danger might be more than they even imagined.
Engaging and fast paced this book keeps you hanging on, not wanting to put it down as the story progresses and more secrets are revealed. Rae and Liam make a great team. Liam is very serious about his job, he is skilled at what he does and yet he is struggling to decide what to pursue next. Rae is daring, and wants to do whatever she can to bring Zoe home to her brother and young niece. Rae has a passion for bring the truth to light, but her impulsive nature can get her in trouble sometimes.
There is a lot going on in this book, interweaving the past with the present, bringing the tension of current suspense as well how the secrets of the past impact what is going on in the present in Rae and Liam's relationship. I liked how Liam and Rae are a great team, and though they can be opposites they compliment each other better than you'd think at first glance. The action was tight, but there was also time for great character development and relationship growth.
Overall a fantastically thrilling read from beginning to end, this book works well as a stand alone, as well as a companion part of the series. I like how the heavier backstory was well woven throughout the story, so it didn't ever feel like information dumping, and I was always eager to find out more. There are strong theme of faith, family and forgiveness throughout. This book sealed the deal for me, I'm a huge fan of this author and can't wait to see what she has coming out next!
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"Investigating is excruciating when you have a personal stake in it." . . . . .
And for Rae Burke, the stakes are incredibly high; not only has her sister-in-law gone missing, but the one man who has the skill set to investigate Zoey's disappearance probably won't even speak to her. Approaching Liam McKade is risky business, for both are now "formers" in their fields because of Rae's previous missteps; she was fired and Liam nearly lost his life. What makes her think that this time will be any different? . . . . . . except that keeping silent is not an option.
This story is incredibly layered, not only with complicated character relationships but with ping-ponging plot lines that propel readers to the edge of their seats and back, while remaining completely perplexed . . . and that's a good thing. There's the fast pace that romantic suspense enthusiasts expect and appreciate, but the story also breathes in a way fits the tender moments. And there are those . . . "he knew this moment was meant to be - proof that things happened for a reason, after all. . . . Could they resurrect what they'd shared before?"
A great finish to the series!
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Uncommon Justice, book #3
“Don’t Keep Silent” is a soft romance/mystery where the focus is on Liam Mckane, the last of the three brothers in this series. Each book tells a story centered on the life and adventure of each brother. Their stories are independent to each other so no worry if you haven’t read the two first books you will enjoy this one on its own.
The two main players are Liam, ex-military and DEA operative and Rae Burke, an investigative reporter. Both have history together that has left a bad taste. When Rae seeks Liam to help her find her missing sister-in-law, he couldn’t say no even if she used him, blew his cover and broke his heart. Looking deeper into the disappearance they soon find themselves in the midst of a very sinister situation…..
The mystery is intriguing and quite suspenseful. I was once again immersed in the beauty and danger of the Grand Teton/Jackson Hole following the two protagonists. This is an intricate plot with some twists and turns that has kept me guessing for a while but I nevertheless figured it out before I flipped the last page….Both characters were so earnest in their hunt for the truth, so focus I felt immersed along with them in their investigation. Oh yes, as well skiing down the treacherous mountain slopes… The setting definitely plays a large role…..The beautiful imagery of the ski resort, the struggling to ski and the snowmobile scenes show the natural beauty of Wyoming.
“Don’t Keep Silent” is an excellently written suspense that breathes in a way fits of tender moments. A great finish to the series.
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Don't Keep Silent by Elizabeth Goddard is a hunt for the truth of what happened to Zoe. The story moves and bends as the suspense keeps readers flipping through the pages. I enjoyed the fast pace of the plot. The romance was really low key too, which is the way I enjoy my romances when I 'm in the middle of a suspense novel . I don't want to be distracted by all the romance and emotions flying everywhere. Fans of Romantic suspense authors like Irene Hannon, DiAnn Mills, and Colleen Coble should pick up this novel and enjoy it.
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I have read all of the books in this series and enjoyed them, and this one did not disappoint.
We take care of some unfinished business, and are updated on the McKade brothers, but don’t get to comfortable, you will soon be holding your breath and page-turning for answers, they will come, and maybe not how you expect.
We experience the beauty of the area around Jackson Hole through the eyes of these characters, but evil is lurking, and they have no regard for human life.
Will all of the characters you care about make it to the end? Will the little one get to see her Mom again? Answers come yes, but surprises abound, and bombshells drop, and you will be ducking as the bullets fly!
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I so enjoyed this story!
I love how Elizabeth Goddard weaves mystery into her books to keep you on the edge of your seat. Her style of writing is fantastic while at the same time the characters seem realistic and believable. ( It's what I love about her books).
Lots of twists and turns throughout the book and some of these I didn't see coming! I love guessing at the whodunit scenarios.
The supporting characters weren't well liked but that's to be expected. To me, it's what made the story so awesome!
I enjoyed Liam and Rae's story so much and I was glad to see Austin and Heath back too if only for a short while.
I really enjoyed the plot. It was interesting to see how the investigators go about their searches for missing people although some of it did send some shivers down my back. That's my favorite part of the book is learning what they do and how they do it.
I've watched a lot of shows like this but I think I'd rather read about it.
Indeed money is the root of all evil. Always has been, I think it's in how people use it.
Liam and Rae certainly have a lot to overcome but I was rooting for them through the entire story. I think that if things were meant to be God would certainly orchestrate it wouldn't He? I like to think so.
I've really enjoyed this series and I hope there's more to come. I hate saying goodbye for now.
But, I will say this this book is certainly worth the reread. I loved every minute of it and it kept me from facing whatever is going on with me right now.
I wish that I could give this book more than 5 stars because wow it was just amazing!
I highly recommend this book for everyone!
My thanks to Netgalley and Revell publishing for a wonderful story! I was NOT required to write a positive review. All opinions are my own. -
Lots of action. Maybe a little too much reminiscing. But an enjoyable read.
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4 stelle e mezza
Buona storia, ma la protagonista mi ha irritato un po' col suo agire che ho trovato spesso avventato. Lui, invece, non era male. -
Don't Keep Silent is the final and in my opinion, the best book in the Uncommon Justice series by Elizabeth Goddard. This story centers around Rae Burke, journalist, and Liam McKade, former DEA agent. They actually had met once before on a case Rae was investigating and Liam ended up having to blow his cover to save her.
They meet again in Jackson Hole, Wyoming where Rae has traveled to find answers about her sister-in-law's disappearance. Hesitantly, she enlists the help of Liam who is now living on his family's ranch in Wyoming. Very quickly, it becomes apparent that someone does not want Rae to find out anything about her missing sister-in-law. What begins is a nail-biting page-turner for lovers of suspense. Who is trying to stop Rae and why? What lengths will Liam have to go to this time to save her? Read the book to find the answer to these questions and more. Lovers of romantic suspense will enjoy this complicated storyline with lots of twists and turns.
Thank you to the author and publisher for a copy of this book. All opinions expressed are entirely my own. -
Don't Keep Silent has been on the top of my to be read list for 2020!
With a cover like this one I expected this to be my favorite of the series. Sadly, I was wrong. Now, don't get me wrong! I enjoyed Don't Keep Silent, I just didn't find it to be my favorite in the Uncommon Justice series.
Liam's and Rae's relationship was one that I loved following. I just didn't love the way that the suspense was carried out, and it may be that this is just me at this time, I don't know.
While in all I loved Don't Keep SIlent, I was somewhat disappointed that Liam was the only McKade brother that was in more than a couple of scenes. I had hoped to see the brothers and their spouses together.
Still, I look forward to more of Goddard's books!
Due to the crimes dealt with this book is recommended for 16/18 up.
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Don't Keep Silent by Elizabeth Goddard is the third and final book in the Uncommon Justice series. I have read all three books in the series and truly enjoyed my time in Wyoming with the McKade brothers. This book was full of action and hooked me from the first page as the book begins with a woman stuck in the woods surrounded by snow and danger, wondering if she will escape.
Liam McKade and Rae Burke team up in Don't Keep Silent to find Rae's missing sister-in-law, Zoey. They worked together once before but it didn't end well and Liam was less than thrilled to be working with Rae again. Still the two team up and work through the layers of both what happened in the past and the mystery they are currently trying to solve.
This book was a page turner from the beginning of Don't Keep Silent. It is a solid clean suspense novel with readers working to solve the mystery and trying to figure out how things will work out with Rae and Liam. I liked both characters as they seemed fairly easy to relate to. There are also other relationships within the book that were interesting and thought-provoking in relation to the title. I found the mystery to be interesting all the way through to the end. It was intriguing that Goddard used a fictitious book series as part of this plot--it is always fun to see books play a role within a book. There are some subtle spiritual messages within the book but mostly it is a clean, suspenseful read. I also like the cover art and it seems to go well with the series--a beautiful woman solving a mystery on a snowy mountain. At the end of Don't Keep Silent, readers also get a teasing glimpse in to her upcoming series, Rocky Mountain Courage.
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I was hooked from the first page, “Her abductor thought that by hiding her here in the middle of nowhere, surrounded by this frozen world, she would be trapped. For the average person, that was true.”
Just when I thought I had things figured out (a little Grin) the author pulled out all the stops and goes places I never imagined she would. Revealing that, “A person would have to be completely unaware of the world around them not to understand the unimaginable evil waiting in the shadows.” Reporter, Rae Burke, Zoey, her sister-in-law (victim) and former DEA agent Liam McKade knew this all too well.
I was amazed at the depth of characterization in this mind-blowing page turner. Buckle up for an unbelievable, gripping, fast-paced, roller-coaster ride, with high-stakes It is a story of honor, forgiveness and justice with a natural spiritual thread. Author Elizabeth Goddard shines as she delivers sharply drawn characters, a vivid and beautiful back drop, and a thoroughly enjoyable unlikely hero. It’s a read you won’t soon forget and would be a great choice for your next book club pick.
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I recently received a copy of this book from its publisher to review, for which I am incredibly grateful! This made me read the whole "Uncommon Justice" trilogy, in order, and I really enjoyed it! From beginning to end, these books are so packed full of suspense and intrigue! They were a great escape from reality and I had a difficult time putting them down!
"Don't Keep Silent" caused me a bit of anxiety with the kinds of criminals and crimes it contains, the human trafficking aspect in particular, however I really appreciate that the author didn't go into great detail with these crimes, but gave just enough information to set the tone and keep you on edge, anticipating what might happen next. Like the rest of the books in this series, "Don't Keep Silent" has small and big mysteries that are solved with clues scattered throughout the book with excellent pacing. -
Loved this intensely suspenseful and action packed adventure wrapped between the pages of a book!
“Her father had told her it was his responsibility to speak up. “Don’t keep silent,”
Reagan has taken his words to heart trying to right the world of evil. However, she just seems to find trouble, or maybe trouble just finds her. Determined to speak for those who can’t speak and for those whose stories go untold, she longs to bring truth and justice to the world. However, she never expects danger to land on her doorstep when her sister-in-law disappears. Searching for the truth, Rae won’t stop until she finds answers. I absolutely loved this third book in the Uncommon Justice series. The McKade brothers all show up for brief glimpses, but this book centers around Liam. The intrigue, suspense and romance read like a rollercoaster ride with masked danger at every turn for this couple. As the thread of criminal activity unfolds, the past and present steamrolls into riveting and chilling suspense. Through it all, the tenacity of this couple drew my heart. There is a heavy theme that is tough to watch play out, but it is handled so well. Seeing glimpses of the McKade family brought happy closure to the series and brought out Liam’s past and present. I loved his character and a lot of questions are answered from his background with the DEA. Raegan’s character was full of grit and determination that I found refreshing.
“This is what I would call an extreme stakeout. But given DEA agent/cowboy Liam McKade, she shouldn’t expect anything less.”
The sparks really fly between these two as they wear their hearts on the edge of their sleeves. The snarky comments and adventures these two go on really bring the book to life. I love their deep desire for answers and finding truth. The protectiveness of Liam with Rae give this book a swoony feel, even as they struggle with the past and future. I would have liked to see a little more background story for this couple, but overall I thought it was great seeing them work through trust issues and where their future would go.
“God, you’re here in this place. In the stars above. In the mountains and the woods, smiling down at me from heaven and here with me now, closer than I can understand.”
Another aspect I enjoy about Goddard’s writing is how she brings God into the story with ease. Liam’s search for direction in his prayers drew my heart. His desire to forgive Rae, but not wanting to open his heart again. Rae struggles with her guilt over what happened between Liam and her in the past. As Rae searches for her sister-in-law, she leans more on God. I love her heart for searching out truth. She has that journalistic drive that at times makes you want to strangle her for not listening to Liam. However, it definitely amped up the adventure making for a fantastic read. This mystery will keep you guessing who is involved right to the end. A great read!
I would recommend this book for anyone who loves romantic suspense. If you love Irene Hannon and Dee Henderson, you will love Elizabeth Goddard. It could be read as a standalone. However, the other books in the series would add more depth to the characters.
I received a copy of this book through NetGalley by the publisher, Revell. The opinions given in this review are my own and given honestly.
