Fake undercover marriage was what had me adding this book to my online shopping cart. I previously had read Defending Honor also co-authored by Lynette Eason and Kelly Underwood, so I had high expectations for Deadly Charade.
Special Agent Kira Miller is fluent in Russian and longs to trade in desk duty in the FBI's translation department for field work. Stumbling onto an art smuggling she's soon paired with Special Agent Bryce Lambert. The catch...they have to go undercover as a newlywed couple moving in next door to their prime suspects. What could go wrong?
Deadly Charade is a fast-paced thriller that will have you turning pages. I finished this book in a matter of days.
The chemistry between Kira and Bryce was everything you want in a romance. I would have liked a few more romantic scenes that further built their connection.
Kira is accustomed to people letting her down and throughout the story she comes to realize that Jesus is the only One who will never let you down. It was a believable authentic arc and a good reminder.
For me, the ending of Deadly Charade was too rushed and slightly Hallmark-y for a suspense thriller. Also, I would have liked a little more depth in this story. I can't put my finger on what I'd like exactly I just felt something was missing. Because of these reasons, I'd rate this story a 3 1/2 out of 5 stars.
