Friday, August 28, 2020

Review & Giveaway: Thick as Thieves by Sandra Brown


Thick as Thieves by Sandra Brown
Publication Date: August 25th 2020 by Grand Central Publishing
Pages: 448
Source: Publisher
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About the book:

Twenty years ago in the dead of night, four seemingly random individuals pulled the ultimate heist and almost walked away with half a million dollars. But by daybreak, their plan had been shot to hell. One of them was in the hospital. One was in jail. One was dead. And one got away with it.

Arden Maxwell, the daughter of the man who disappeared all those years ago -- presumably with the money, after murdering his accomplice -- has never reconciled with her father's abandonment of her and her sister. After countless personal setbacks she decides to return to her family home near mysterious Caddo Lake, and finally get answers to the many questions that torment her. Little does she know, two of her father's co-conspirators -- a war hero and a corrupt district attorney -- are watching her every move.

Ledge Burnet, a rebellious teen at the time of the heist, evaded his jail sentence by enlisting in the army. Now he's back in town to care for his ailing father -- and to keep his eye on the county's corrupt district attorney, whom he suspects was the real murderer. Although the two are bound to silence because of the crime they committed together, each has spent years waiting and hoping that the other will make a fatal misstep. But the arrival of their elusive accomplice's daughter, Arden, who may know more about the missing money than she's telling, sets them both on red alert. She ignites Ledge's determination to expose the D.A.'s treachery . . . and sparks a desire he wishes to deny.


My Thoughts:
Arden is back in her small hometown after twenty years to find answers. A half million-dollar heist, a murder, and her father’s disappearance has left her with a lot of questions. Her reappearance doesn’t go unnoticed and unfortunately her return draws the attention of a nefarious person from the past. Does Arden know more about the theft and where the money went? Well, that speculation spells danger for Arden.

Ledge has had his own trouble in this little Texas town, but he’s paid his due taking military service in lieu of a jail term and come back home a hero. Mostly he keeps to himself, only staying in town to keep an eye out for his ailing uncle, but with Arden back the past comes back into full focus, and the trouble he’s managed to avoid comes roaring back up. Arden has no idea the hornet’s nest her presence stirs up, but Ledge knows, and he makes it his mission to keep her out of trouble’s sights.

I love Sandra Brown’s twisty mysteries! Her “heroes” are far from perfect, skirting the edge of right and wrong at times, but at the heart of things are good. Ledge is cast from that mold, and I couldn’t help but root for him! Oh, Ms. Brown writes the sexiest heroes! Ledge was raw masculinity, gruff, and not concerned with winning any popularity contest. Ledge and Arden are oil and water at first, yet the sparks of attraction fly between them making for a delicious push and pull until they finally succumb to irresistible forces!

I think it’s best to go in with any Sandra Brown with minimal knowledge and let her take you on a ride.   Keeps you hooked, she’s the queen of the cliffhanger chapter, and a twisty surprise or two! She kept me on the edge of my seat, and I usually end reading her stories straight through because I just have to know how it all turns out! She’s on my list of auto-buys and I think any suspense/thriller/romance fan will gobble Thick as Thieves up like I did!


4 Suns




A copy of Thick of Thieves by Sandra Brown to two winners has been provided by the lovely people of Grand Central Publishing. The giveaway is open to US and Canadian Residents only.  Fill out the rafflecopter below for a chance to win. Good luck!

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32 comments:

  1. I really love this author and need to work more of her books into my schedule! Fabulous review!

    Anne - Books of My Heart

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    1. Thanks Anne! I have my favorites in her back list, but there's still plenty I haven't read yet.

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  2. You really make me want to kick myself for not picking up one of her books yet. :) I like the sound of this pair and the mystery.

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  3. We were just talking about Browns books. I agree with you, I think I'd really enjoy her writing. Thanks for this giveaway chance!

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    1. Yes, if you like the escapist type of twisty mystery I think you should give her a shot. My pleasure!

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  4. Can you believe I've never actually read a Sandra Brown book? But this one does sound good. :)

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    1. No! I can't! I'd think you would have already picked her up. Bet you'd like her. Mean Streak continues to be my favorite if you want try her out. :)

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  5. You can't beat Sandra Brown. I liked the word you used, twisty!

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  6. Thanks for the chance to win this one. I really enjoy her books and haven't got this one.

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    1. My pleasure! Hope you like the story. Good luck in the giveaway!

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  7. I love Sandra's books and can't wait to read this one too.

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  8. Cliffhanger chapters are the worst! I can never stop reading! 😂 My son gets frustrated with Goosebumps books for the same reason. Stine always leaving you wanting more at the end of every chapter.

    Lindsi @ Do You Dog-ear? 💬

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    1. It certainly keeps you reading! Love that you son is already enjoying books!

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  9. I haven’t read a Sandra Brown book in so long. 😃

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    1. I love her books and only discovered her just recently. :)

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  10. It has been ages since I read her, I used to really like them

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    1. She is fun. I've worked my way through several of her back list but I still have a lot to read.

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  11. I look forward to reading this book. I just got it recently. It’s been awhile since I read her too.

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  12. I've never read anything by this author, though I've always heard great things. This one sounds fantastic!! Thanks for the giveaway.

    -Lauren
    www.shootingstarsmag.net

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    1. Hope you enjoy her if you decide to pick her up, Lauren!

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  13. fantastic review. you described all the reason why i love her work
    sherry @ fundinmental

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  14. I've read a few of her books and usually like them.

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    1. Yep, I've enjoyed almost all the books I've read by her.

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  15. I must admit, I've never read anything by Sandra Brown but this sounds like a superb one to begin with. I love the intrigue and flawed characters, they're always far more interesting when they exist in that morally grey area. Brilliant review, looking forward to grabbing a copy!

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    1. I hope you enjoy her if you decide to pick up one of her books. I just discovered her books a few years back after and I've been working my way through her back list ever since. Thanks! :)

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