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Sting
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When Jordie Bennet and Shaw Kinnard lock eyes across a disreputable backwater bar, something definitely sparks. Shaw gives off a dangerous vibe that makes men wary and inspires women to sit up and take notice. None feel that undercurrent more strongly than savvy businesswoman Jordie, who doesn't belong in a seedy dive on the banks of a bayou. But here she is . . . and Shaw
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Hardcover, 408 pages
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August 16th 2016
by Grand Central Publishing
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Some authors are an "auto-buy" for me. The anticipation of release date is BIG. SB is one of those authors! And, it is a little bit of pressure on an author when you are waiting in 'anticipation' for such a book. Did she disappoint? Fuck, No. SHE.DID.NOT. I loved it. Every single minute!!! I sort of begrudge having to pay more than $6 for an ebook. This one was close to $13 ... but if she can give me a stellar read that keeps me interested for a number of days, it is worth it.
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This was one of my most anticipated reads of the year and I have to say - well done, Ms. Brown. She delivered another cleverly crafted story. I found myself completely enamored with her writing and this cast of characters. Not to the mention, the great innuendos, the witty banter and the feels all intertwined with the suspense. I couldn’t get enough.
Ms. Brown pulled me into the story with the action, led me down a path that made me believe I knew exactly what was happening and who I could trust ...more
Ms. Brown pulled me into the story with the action, led me down a path that made me believe I knew exactly what was happening and who I could trust ...more
This is an intense, high octane, character driven thriller set in Louisiana, its bayous and swamplands. This is the first book I have read by the author, and I thought it was absolutely terrific. Jordan Elaine Bennett, Jordie, enters a bayou bar that she normally would not be seen in. Shaw Kinnard, along with another hitman are in the bar, and Jordie is their mark. Before you know it, all hell breaks loose. Shaw abducts Jordie, after taking out the other hitman. Jordie has a wanted and criminal
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4+ stars! Action-packed thriller with twists and turns and a touch of romance!
I was so excited to see Sting coming out in August, after reading the review of one of my GR friends! Today, the stars were aligned (off work) and I set a personal record of the fastest time of a read and review of an ARC after receiving approval this morning. That's how much I liked this -- and the pages kept turning!!
I don't want to get much into the plot, as I don't want to spoil this experience for anyone! Let's ...more
I was so excited to see Sting coming out in August, after reading the review of one of my GR friends! Today, the stars were aligned (off work) and I set a personal record of the fastest time of a read and review of an ARC after receiving approval this morning. That's how much I liked this -- and the pages kept turning!!
I don't want to get much into the plot, as I don't want to spoil this experience for anyone! Let's ...more
By now you all know I love Sandra Brown. Her books are amazing. I’ve read a number of them and most, if not all, were 4 or 5 star reviews. Sting can be added to that list. Another fantastic read.
I loved the suspense.
I loved the intrigue.
I loved Shaw Kinnard.
I loved Jordie Bennet.
I loved the sexual tension, the build-up, the anticipation.
As with her other books I would suggest not reading many reviews. Everything you need to know is in her synopsis. I won’t be saying much about the plot beca ...more
4.5 stars
Unapproachable was Jordie Bennett. [..]
No two ways about it, she could make just about any man's mouth water.
Which kinda sucked.
Since Shaw had been hired to kill her.
Shaw Kinnard, assassin-for-hire and his associate are killing time in a bar in the Louisiana boondocks, when in walks Jordie Bennett, their hit. But Shaw, keen to take advantage of the situation, decides instead to abduct Jordie, whisking her off to a decrepit hideout in the bayous.
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4.5 STARS
Another jaw-dropper for Sandra Brown. I'm still in shock that I got an ARC from Netgalley... thanks for that! An intriguing plot, with characters that will keep you guessing all the way to the end. I did sort of guess the ending quite early, but I was only partially on target. I still loved the story. I would have liked a little more from the romance, but in retrospect, the intrigue and sexual tension, was probably more effective. Why not a 5? Blame some of her other books, like Envy, a ...more
Another jaw-dropper for Sandra Brown. I'm still in shock that I got an ARC from Netgalley... thanks for that! An intriguing plot, with characters that will keep you guessing all the way to the end. I did sort of guess the ending quite early, but I was only partially on target. I still loved the story. I would have liked a little more from the romance, but in retrospect, the intrigue and sexual tension, was probably more effective. Why not a 5? Blame some of her other books, like Envy, a ...more
Dang!!! This book was great!! I hadn't read one Sandra's "grown-up" books in a while. This book had a little of everything romance, suspense, and mystery.
STING by the talented author Sandra Brown always delivers a romantic suspense novel that is sure to please. This was no exception. Her characters are mysterious and intriguing and the plot grabs your attention.
This story centers around Jordan “Jordie” Bennet, and her brother Josh Bennet. Josh has problems with his employer who is trying to stop Josh from testifying against him on fraudulent missing money schemes. Josh is working with the FBI in order to avoid prison time. Obviously, his employer ...more
This story centers around Jordan “Jordie” Bennet, and her brother Josh Bennet. Josh has problems with his employer who is trying to stop Josh from testifying against him on fraudulent missing money schemes. Josh is working with the FBI in order to avoid prison time. Obviously, his employer ...more
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Sting is a heart racing, edge of your seat, no clue how it is going to work out string of surprises. Each chapter bringing a new revelation that left me unable to stop without knowing what could possibly happen next. Shaw Kinnard is a hit man. Probably. But it is a Sandra Brown novel, and if you have read her before you know there is a chance that you don’t know everything these is to know about Shaw. Jordie is a woman trying to hold her life toge ...more
Sting is a heart racing, edge of your seat, no clue how it is going to work out string of surprises. Each chapter bringing a new revelation that left me unable to stop without knowing what could possibly happen next. Shaw Kinnard is a hit man. Probably. But it is a Sandra Brown novel, and if you have read her before you know there is a chance that you don’t know everything these is to know about Shaw. Jordie is a woman trying to hold her life toge ...more
Sep 05, 2016
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4 Suspenseful Stars!!
Sandra Brown is one of my favorite romantic suspense writers, her novels keep me on the edge, her character are intriguing, mysterious, and some are just plain sinister.
This story centers around Jordan “Jordie” Bennet, her brother Josh Bennet and her brother's troubles with his employer who is determined to stop Josh from testifying against him on his multiple fraudulent schemes and all of the missing money. In order to avoid prison, Josh is working the with the FBI. Natu ...more
Sandra Brown is one of my favorite romantic suspense writers, her novels keep me on the edge, her character are intriguing, mysterious, and some are just plain sinister.
This story centers around Jordan “Jordie” Bennet, her brother Josh Bennet and her brother's troubles with his employer who is determined to stop Josh from testifying against him on his multiple fraudulent schemes and all of the missing money. In order to avoid prison, Josh is working the with the FBI. Natu ...more
Review written August 22, 2016
4.2 Stars - Jet again another 'winner' by the talented SB who never dissapoint you in this romantic suspense genre
Ah, oh, wow, yeah!! — I just finished the very NEW Sandra Brown novel. And? Goodie, good good!
Lazy as I am nowadays I chosed to listening to the audiobook — 11:40 hours splendid good narrated by a man with a perfect husky manly voice. Stephen Lang is a "safe card" you can trust.
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Maybe Sting, Jordie Bennet's ...more
4.2 Stars - Jet again another 'winner' by the talented SB who never dissapoint you in this romantic suspense genre
Ah, oh, wow, yeah!! — I just finished the very NEW Sandra Brown novel. And? Goodie, good good!
Lazy as I am nowadays I chosed to listening to the audiobook — 11:40 hours splendid good narrated by a man with a perfect husky manly voice. Stephen Lang is a "safe card" you can trust.
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Maybe Sting, Jordie Bennet's ...more
This is a book that I needed to take a couple of days to ponder about before I wrote the review so that I could clarify why it just didn't work for me. Sting is the second Sandra Brown book I have read in my life, actually this is the first book I managed to finish. I read one last year, or tried, but I could not finish it. And, that's because the plot was so infuriating and I just couldn't stand the characters. This book was better, marginally. Well, I did manage to finish it at least and it se
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"Unapproachable was Jordie Bennett. With that face, that body, she could afford to be selective. No two ways about it, she could make just about any man’s mouth water. Which kinda sucked. Since Shaw had been hired to kill her."If you are a fan of Sandra Brown, you already know how good she is at writing romance and thriller suspense novels. Her 2016 release: Sting is an engaging and sexy addition to her already impressive collection. Kidnapping, lots of bad guy strategies, tons of money at ...more
Sting by Sandra Brown in a 2016 Grand Central Publication.
You gotta love Sandra Brown’s consistency! Sting is another solid and quintessential romantic suspense novel from Brown, whose stories have kept me on the edge of my seat for decades.
Jordie Bennett is a successful business woman, but is still living in the dark shadow cast by her brother, Josh, which is how she winds up being kidnapped by Shaw Kinnard, a man hired by a powerful criminal to kill Jordie.
But, before he completes his missi ...more
You gotta love Sandra Brown’s consistency! Sting is another solid and quintessential romantic suspense novel from Brown, whose stories have kept me on the edge of my seat for decades.
Jordie Bennett is a successful business woman, but is still living in the dark shadow cast by her brother, Josh, which is how she winds up being kidnapped by Shaw Kinnard, a man hired by a powerful criminal to kill Jordie.
But, before he completes his missi ...more
And Sandra Brown does it again! This book was fantastic. Loved every minute!
A special thank you to Grand Central and NetGalley for an ARC in exchange for an honest review. 4.5 Stars
Savvy. Sexy. Sultry. Suspenseful!
Bestselling talented "queen," Sandra Brown returns following Friction, on my Top Books of 2015 (Best Romantic Suspense), with yet another action-packed crime thriller and romantic suspense, STING.
An unlikely couple on the run hiding out; with plenty of danger, apprehension, hot sizzling sexual tension, and “signature Brown” twists and surprises.
In the ...more
Savvy. Sexy. Sultry. Suspenseful!
Bestselling talented "queen," Sandra Brown returns following Friction, on my Top Books of 2015 (Best Romantic Suspense), with yet another action-packed crime thriller and romantic suspense, STING.
An unlikely couple on the run hiding out; with plenty of danger, apprehension, hot sizzling sexual tension, and “signature Brown” twists and surprises.
In the ...more
Sep 22, 2016
Sandy *The world could end while I was reading and I would never notice*
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Every now and then I come across a Sandra Brown book that just doesn't do it for me. This is one of them. To me, Sting felt very formulaic and predictable. Everything felt a little contrived.
I never got involved with the characters, there were no 'OMG' moments, no 'I have to keep reading, I simply can't bear to put this book down' times. In fact it took me a whole two weeks to read and I would go several days without picking it up.
So, sorry Ms Brown, but while there is nothing intrinsically wron ...more
I never got involved with the characters, there were no 'OMG' moments, no 'I have to keep reading, I simply can't bear to put this book down' times. In fact it took me a whole two weeks to read and I would go several days without picking it up.
So, sorry Ms Brown, but while there is nothing intrinsically wron ...more
The Sting grabbed my attention with the first line, Exactly twenty-two minutes before Mickey Bolden met his maker, he tossed a handful of popcorn into his mouth and said, "A woman walks into a bar." Mickey Bolden and Shaw Kinnard appear shocked when Jordie Bennet, the woman they have been hired to kill, walks into the seedy, bayou bar as they are discussing their hit. Clearly, she is out of her element, and they are screwed. What's going on? Twenty-two minutes later, something goes down in the p
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I have mixed feelings about this and I'm working on the review. These were some of my initial thoughts:
When I first started reading this, I was disappointed when the "meet" between the H & h was that he was the hired assassin to kill the heroine. I had just read Kerrigan Byrnes's The Hunter and didn't like the assassin/victim trope in it so I have to admit I was immediately prejudiced against the start of this with the same trope. It took a little while to pull me into the book and truthfull ...more
When I first started reading this, I was disappointed when the "meet" between the H & h was that he was the hired assassin to kill the heroine. I had just read Kerrigan Byrnes's The Hunter and didn't like the assassin/victim trope in it so I have to admit I was immediately prejudiced against the start of this with the same trope. It took a little while to pull me into the book and truthfull ...more
My first Sandra Brown and goodness gracious can I just wow ! I definitely didn't see that twist coming . And Shaw Kinnard... Ummmm wow !!!! Looking forward to reading more from this author.
Three stars seems a bit harsh, I could easily bump it to 3.5. It is a easily read thriller with nice character development. Fun read really!
Sting hasn't topped some of my favorite Ms. Brown's books in terms of the storyline and/or plot devices. but it is still an easy pick for top RS read of 2016. Even though Jordie gets on my nerves with her tstl tendency, the characterization of Brown’s hero never disappoints. Shaw Kinnard is incisive, complicated, and never talks bs. A “hit” man whose life depends on outsmarting people and on deception. Oh well, I don’t think I will ever get tired of Sandra Brown hero characters:/
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I think reading the blurb is the most you should know about Sting. It’s best to experience all twists and turns without knowing what’s coming. I will say that once you get started on a Sandra Brown mystery it’s usually hard to put it down, and this was the case for Sting with me. Every chapter conclusion is like a mini cliffhanger making it painful if you have to put the story down! I love to be fooled with a mystery, I want the author to get one over on me, and while I did have some suspicions
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Loved it!
WOW!!!
An enemy to lovers theme intertwined with a complicated murder/escape plot!!! Loved it!
I loved everything about this book: the fast pace, the logic of both hero and heroine, the hotness, the complicated story, the suspence, the secondary characters... all of it!
Wonderful, just wonderful! If you're fan of RS this is a MUST read!
An enemy to lovers theme intertwined with a complicated murder/escape plot!!! Loved it!
I loved everything about this book: the fast pace, the logic of both hero and heroine, the hotness, the complicated story, the suspence, the secondary characters... all of it!
Wonderful, just wonderful! If you're fan of RS this is a MUST read!
Rating Clarification: 4.5 stars
I'm going to keep my review short and sweet. I'm giving it 4.5 stars because throughout this book I felt/thought the following things:
1. Nervous
2. Giddy
3. Concerned
4. I thought, "HOW ARE THEY GETTING OUT OF THIS MESS?"
5. "DAMN, I DID NOT SEE THAT COMING AT ALL"
The only reason I'm giving it 4.5 stars is because I love my endings and like all SB I wanted a bit more of it.
I'm going to keep my review short and sweet. I'm giving it 4.5 stars because throughout this book I felt/thought the following things:
1. Nervous
2. Giddy
3. Concerned
4. I thought, "HOW ARE THEY GETTING OUT OF THIS MESS?"
5. "DAMN, I DID NOT SEE THAT COMING AT ALL"
The only reason I'm giving it 4.5 stars is because I love my endings and like all SB I wanted a bit more of it.
Sandra Brown continues to surprise and delight with her meticulously plotted twists and turns in her latest intriguing thriller/romantic suspense novel. Fully developed and drawn characters that come across as real and salt of the earth people. There are so many pluses to her writing style and the dialogues top the list. There's also the fact that this is an author who knows how to introduce a male character who catches a reader's attention immediately and doesn't detach until the very last line
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Sandra Brown is the author of more than sixty New York Times bestsellers, including FRICTION (2015), MEAN STREAK (2014), DEADLINE(2013), LOW PRESSURE (2012), LETHAL (2011), & TOUGH CUSTOMER (2010).
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Sandra Brown is the author of more than sixty New York Times bestsellers, including FRICTION (2015), MEAN STREAK (2014), DEADLINE(2013), LOW PRESSURE (2012), LETHAL (2011), & TOUGH CUSTOMER (2010).
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“sound of outrage, mostly at herself for being so easily tricked by talk of sexy kisses. She pulled hard on her hand, knowing already that it was futile. Then she remembered the knife. She had set it down after using it to cut the bandana into strips. She began searching for it with her free hand. But he was ahead of her on that, too. “It’s in my seat pocket,” he said, “where the cuff was. It was careless of you to set it down within my reach after you used it.” “I was trying to keep you from bleeding to death!” “If I do, you’ll be able to roll me over, get the knife, and cut yourself free. But the only way you’ll get to it is if I’m dead.” “Please don’t do this. I can’t help you if I can’t move around.” “Right now you can help me by lying still and being quiet.” “Be reasonable, Shaw. It’s over. You have a serious, possibly mortal wound. We have no way of knowing the extent of the internal injuries.” She went on like that for at least a full”
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