Death Follows Her (Deadly Justice Book 1) by Rachel Dylan Reviewed

 

About the book:

Title: Death Follows Her

Author: Rachel Dylan

Series: Deadly Justice Book 1

Genre: Legal Thriller

Pages: 349

Format: ebook

Source: Publisher

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Three powerful CEOs. Three sudden deaths. One woman determined to uncover the truth.

When three high-profile CEOs die in quick succession, FBI Special Agent Samira Haddad is called in to investigate. What at first seems like tragic coincidence soon unravels into something far more deliberate—and deadly. All three victims were represented in major lawsuits by the same Quinn Kelly, a sharp, unrelenting trial lawyer with a flawless record and no shortage of enemies.

As Samira digs deeper, she’s drawn into a world of elite corporate power, courtroom battles, and closely guarded secrets. Quinn becomes both a key to the mystery—and a target herself. Cool under pressure and relentless in court, Quinn is used to winning—but this time, the stakes are life and death.

With pressure mounting from all sides, Samira must navigate competing agendas, shadowy threats, and the growing suspicion that the killer is far closer than anyone imagined.

Warning: This book contains non-graphic scenes and descriptions of sexual assault.

Purchase link: Amazon

My Thoughts

Rachel Dylan has returned to the writing world, and this reader is very happy she's back! She's been sorely missed!

This is a great first book for her new series, Deadly Justice. As with all of her books, I'm trying to figure out who did it. She definitely knows how to keep a reader guessing and on the edge of their seat. 

I love that Ms. Dylan uses strong female lead characters. It's refreshing. The book has an amazing, suspenseful storyline that keeps the reader wanting more.

Overall, this book is a slam dunk for me and those who are fans of legal thrillers.

There were references to sexual assault. I have been sexually assaulted, and I wasn't uncomfortable.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book via the publisher, and I was not required to write a review; all thoughts and opinions are my own.

About Rachel Dylan

Rachel Dylan is an award-winning and bestselling author of legal thrillers and romantic suspense. Rachel has practiced law for over a decade including being a litigator at one of the nation’s top law firms. The Atlanta Justice Series features strong, female attorneys in Atlanta. Deadly Proof, the first book in the Atlanta Justice series, is a CBA bestseller, an FHL Reader’s Choice Award winner, a Daphne du Maurier Finalist, and a Holt Medallion Finalist. Lone Witness is the winner of a Holt Medallion, the Maggie Award, and is a Selah Finalist. Rachel lives in Michigan with her husband and five furkids–two dogs and three cats. Rachel loves to connect with readers. You can find Rachel at her Website, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

The Alphabet Challenge The B's Have It

 

Happy Tuesday, and welcome to another Top Ten Tuesday - sort of, post. Today's Top Ten Tuesday theme, sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl, is books with a high page count, the ones that could be door stoppers. I'd have to list all the Harry Potter books to come close, so I decided to do an Alphabet Challenge post. It's truly been a manic Monday here, so this was easier.

If the title starts with The or an A, I will use the second letter. I'll post them in alphabetical order. This is perfect for those alphabetical reading challenges.

                                                            

                                                            

                                                           

                                                           

                                                           

 

I know it's not a Top Ten Tuesday, but I hope you find something new to read.

Top Ten Tuesday - Featuring Favorite Things Character's Have Said

 

Happy Tuesday, welcome to another edition of Top Ten Tuesday featured by That Artsy Reader Girl. I hope you're beginning to have some spring-type weather where you are. It's been breezy here but at least we've had some sun. 

Since my reading has been more less than more since I've been sick my quote choices you've probably seen before, but they are some of my favorites from some of my favorite authors.

I hope these brought back fond memories or sparked a new book to read. Tell me your favorite quote in the comments. 

I know there is more than ten, but I couldn't help adding them all. 

Top Ten Tuesday - Authors I Miss Reading

 

Happy Tuesday! Welcome to another Top Ten Tuesday edition sponsored by That Artsy Reader Girl. Today's topic is basically the authors we miss. Whether they've passed on, retired from writing, or put it on the back burner for a while. Whatever the reason, these authors have made an imprint on our lives and we miss them. I'll link a favorite book to their name.

I will also have a blog update at the end.

Sandie (Sandra) D. Bricker. I never met this sweet lady face to face but I had the privilege of helping her with her street team when street teams first started being a thing. Love Finds You in Hollywood, Florida was the first book I read of Sandie's and I fell in love. She knew how to wrap romance, comedy, and the gift of salvation in her writing and touch so many readers. She lost her battle with Ovarian Cancer on October 28, 2022

Frank Peretti. Way before I became a reviewer my Sunday School Class read This Present Darkness and Piercing the Darkness and I've read all of his books since and have found out recently that he lives Coeur d'Alene here in Idahoand would love to find a way to meet him.

Deanne Gist. I haven't seen hide nor hair of Deanne in I don't know how long

The last book I read of Deanne Gist was Tiffany Girl, but my 

favorite book of hers is It Happened At the Fair.

Camy Tang. As a Navy brat and former Navy wife,

 I loved being around all the different races and ethnicities 

that we lived around in base housing, and Camy's books 

were likebeing immersed in the culture. 

Deadly Intent was the first book that I read of hers.

Diann Hunt. The only books I've read of Ms. Hunt's 

are those written with other authors. Which is the Smitten 

Book Club series. It is a hoot of a series, so if you 

haven't read themand are looking for a good beach read 

these are perfect. Secretly Smitten is probably my favorite.

Tracy L. Higley is a biblical fiction author and while

 I haven't seen much from her in a year or two I believe

 she's still writing. Garden of Madness which focused on the 

Babylonian captivity and Nebuchadnezzar has to be my favorite.

Julie Cantrell. I see her on social media but the last book

 I reviewed of hers was Perennials and I'd love another one!

Varina Denman. I see her on social media but I miss her books. 

My absolute favorite was Looking Glass Lies. It's a book 

every woman should read!

Rachel Dylan. While we don't agree on college football teams 

GA VS UF, we do agree on reading material though. I really 

loved her Capital Intrigue series and would love 

another book from her.

Blog Update:

Dear Authors, Readers, and Friends,

I wanted to update you about why my reviews, posts, 

and responses are lacking or less than what has been 

the norm since I began blogging back in 2007. In 2019 my

Dad was diagnosed with Alzheimer's and after four years 

of trying to get my mom on board with moving into assisted living, 

which was their plan they purchased long-term

care insurance because they knew it was going to happen.

Finally, last summer my Mom agreed that it was time to move. 

Things were going fine for a while and in 

March of this year it was discovered that my younger sibling 

had been stealing money from them. 

During an Adult Protection Investigation,

I and my husband became both Guardians 

and Conservators for my parents. 

I have a nightmare-ish mess that I am in 

the process of cleaning up. So, if reviews 

are delayed, I don't participate in Top Ten Tuesday, 

First Line Friday, or respond to comments I promise 

I am not blowing anyone off. 

I'm literally trying to clean up a mess I didn't create.

Thank you for reading and I am so blessed 

and thankful for this blogging community.

 

Top Ten Tuesday - Books With Numbers in the Title

 

Welcome to Top Ten Tuesday! Today's topic ... books with numbers in the titles. I was so happy that all the books I found I'd read. Well. . . almost, I haven't read Tacos for Two yet!!

This book by Betsy St. Amant will release on October 12th and I am super excited to read it! Make sure you pre-order it!

This was a fun list to put together. Let me know if you've read any of these books in the comments.

Series I'd Want If I Was Stranded On A Desert Island

 Happy Tuesday!! Welcome to another edition of Top Ten Tuesday. Today's topic is books I'd want with me on a desert island. I'm going to change it up and choose series I'd want with me.

First and foremost I'd want the Bible with me.

The Daughter's of Boston series by Julie Lessman

 The Ballantyne Series by Laura Frantz

Penned in Time Series by Pepper Basham

A Class of Their Own by Jen Turano

The Porter Family Series by Becky Wade

Sewing in SoCal Series by Sarah Monzon

The Capital Intrigue Series by Rachel Dylan

Wings of the Nightingale Series by Sarah Sundin

The Lost Castle series by Kristy Cambron

Harbor Pointe Series by Courtney Walsh

Having these series' with me would be like having my best friends with me.

So, let me know what books or series you'd want with you on a desert island!

Power Play; Capital Intrigue Book 3 by Rachel Dylan Reviewed

 

About the book:

Title: Power Play

Author: Rachel Dylan

Series: Capital Intrigue Book 3

When State Department attorney Vivian Steele witnesses two ambassadors collapse as if poisoned at a diplomatic dinner in Washington, DC, she is recruited to be a member of a joint FBI task force assigned to investigate. But she soon finds her by-the-book ways clashing with a special agent in the Diplomatic Security Service, Jacob Cruz. A former Navy SEAL and in charge of the event's security, Jacob takes the attack personally and is driven to act quickly, even ahead of the rules and regulations. 

As Viv starts to work her diplomatic sources, her past as a State Department lawyer comes back to haunt her, and secrets held tightly by the government thrust her into a web of danger. Afraid, Viv turns to the one man bent on protecting others. But can she accept Jacob's reckless ways as exactly what she needs to stay alive and to discover the truth behind the attacks?

Purchase a copy HERE!

About Rachel Dylan

Rachel Dylan is an award-winning and bestselling author of legal thrillers and romantic suspense. Rachel has practiced law for over a decade including being a litigator at one of the nation’s top law firms. The Atlanta Justice Series features strong, female attorneys in Atlanta. Deadly Proof, the first book in the Atlanta Justice series, is a CBA bestseller, an FHL Reader’s Choice Award winner, a Daphne du Maurier Finalist, and a Holt Medallion Finalist. Lone Witness is the winner of a Holt Medallion, the Maggie Award, and is a Selah Finalist. Rachel lives in Michigan with her husband and five furkids–two dogs and three cats. Rachel loves to connect with readers. You can find Rachel at her Website, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

My Thoughts:

Rachel Dylan is a go to author for me because she writes such fabulous romantic suspense and legal intrigue. 

I am very sad to see this series come to a close. This book is packed with action, suspense, swoony heroes and legal intrigue that keeps you turning pages faster and faster.

As a Navy brat I loved that she had a Navy Seal as one of the characters. Vivian has been one of my favorite characters of the three friends so I was happy to see her get her own story.

Ms. Dylan wove the faith element throughout the story beautifully; without being overbearing or preaching. 

This is one of my favorite quotes from the book.

“That’s where our faith has to come in. It’s one of the only things that has gotten me through the dark times – knowing that our God is greater than all of these dark things we’re dealing with. It’s a source of comfort and strength for me.” 

I highly recommend this book! You could read this as a stand alone but I recommend reading the series in order to understand the characters and general story. 

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book via the publisher. I was not required to write a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Song Titles From Book Titles

 Happy Tuesday! Today's topic will be a lot easier than last week's. I can come up with song titles from book titles easier than non-bookish hobbies. At least I think I can. We'll see.

I'll give the title and link it to a review or the author's website.

One - The Key to Love  a sweet 70's romance ballad.

Two - The Kissing Tree a 60's romance ballad.

Three - Everywhere to Hide Something along the lines of a detective show theme song.

Four - In Too Deep A Country music love song.

Five - Back Lash An 80's rocker song.

Six - A Wing and a Prayer A 50's crooner song.

Seven - Stay With Me 70's romance ballad.

Eight - A Promise to Keep Contemporary Christian worship song.

Nine - If For Any Reason Contemporary Christian worship song.

Ten - An Uncommon Woman Country music love song.

This was fun to put together. 

Now, it's your turn. What book titles do you think would make good song titles? Let me know in the comments!

Back Lash (Capital Intrigue Book 2) by Rachel Dylan - Reviewed

 

Title: Back Lash

Author: Rachel Dylan

Series: Capital Intrigue Book 2

CIA analyst Layla Karam is thrust into a dangerous DEA field operation against a cartel that puts a target on her back. Though Layla never wanted to be a field agent, Langley had other ideas. After one of her team members is murdered because of fallout from the op, Layla is left scrambling to find safety.

At the same time, the CIA opens up an internal investigation against her. Out of options, Layla turns to ex-boyfriend and private investigator Hunter McCoy for help finding out who might want to ruin her career.

Layla and Hunter soon discover a mole inside the DEA has sold out the team's identity to the cartel. She must clear her name with the Agency and protect herself and her teammates from cartel retaliation. With threats on all sides, Layla must put her trust in Hunter--the man who broke her heart--and hope they both come out of it alive. 

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About Rachel Dylan

Rachel Dylan is an award-winning and bestselling author of legal thrillers and romantic suspense. Rachel has practiced law for over a decade including being a litigator at one of the nation’s top law firms. The Atlanta Justice Series features strong, female attorneys in Atlanta. Deadly Proof, the first book in the Atlanta Justice series, is a CBA bestseller, an FHL Reader’s Choice Award winner, a Daphne du Maurier Finalist, and a Holt Medallion Finalist. Lone Witness is the winner of a Holt Medallion, the Maggie Award, and is a Selah Finalist. Rachel lives in Michigan with her husband and five furkids–two dogs and three cats. Rachel loves to connect with readers. You can find Rachel at her Website, Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.

My Thoughts:

Fantastic second book in the Capital Intrigue series!

Rachel Dylan uses her knowledge and research skills as a lawyer to create a suspense filled, action packed second installment of her Capital Intrigue series. 

As is with all series I love that I am reunited with characters from the previous book and introduced to new characters. Which is fun!

The pacing is perfect. Sometimes with suspense novels the author might speed up things but Rachel Dylan doesn't do that. She keeps the action, twists and turns, as well as the romance moving along at such a good pace that the reader wants to keep reading.

The characters are dimensional, unique with fully developed fictional lives that makes you want to know them, and cheer for them. 

Ms. Dylan weaves in the faith thread so well. I'm not one for preachy books and I love how she wove the faith thread in through the relationships. 

I highly recommend this series and suggest that you read them in order.

Disclaimer: I received a copy of this book via the publisher. I wasn't required to write a review. All thoughts and opinions are my own.