Christmas Rodeo Killer - (Stone Creek Ranch) by Sami A Abrams (Paperback)

FBI agent Cooper Sinclair is undercover at the rodeo trying to investigate the mysterious deaths of various participants in several different locations. His entrance into the world of bull riding also puts him into the crosshairs of a killer. He also discovers that his first love, Grace Harrison, is at the rodeo as a private investigator, also investigating the deaths. Unfortunately, Grace is also targeted and Cooper is determined to protect her. Both of them are in danger and both are keeping a big secret from each other. I loved how the relationship developed and the important parts that the secondary characters played. Cooper’s mom offers common sense advice and his daughter adds her own wisdom to the adults’ take on the events in their lives. The pace is fast, the action is non-stop with someone in constant danger from an unknown killer. I enjoyed the relentless tension and the cleverly placed red herrings. The action was well balanced with the romance and the story was compelling from beginning to end. I voluntarily received a complimentary copy of this book. I was not required to write a positive review and all opinions expressed are my own.

Grace is a PI and owner of GracePoint Security. Current job - undercover at the rodeo as a bullfighter, hopefully to discover who and why cowboys are dying. Cooper, FBI, is also undercover trying to solve the same mystery. Things get very dangerous when the bulls are not the only things that seem to want Grace dead. I must admit, I never figured out who the killer was until the author revealed it. Abuse, adoption, running away and more all find a place in this incredible story. Grace finally realizes that it is time to stop running and face life and God head-on, and find the unconditional love of a father, unlike her own. But will it be too late for all concerned? An early copy of Stone Creek Ranch Book 1 was received through Love Inspired Suspense and BookFunnel. These impressions are my own and were in no way solicited.