MY THOUGHTS ON THIS BOOK
I have read several of Dana Mentink’s books and I love them. I was hooked on this one from the first page. I like that about Mentink’s books, she starts them off running and never stops until the end. I was glad to read Jude Dukes story, and this one didn’t disappoint at all.

As always, Mentink’s characters are amazing in telling the story. I feel as if I’m transported into the story with them, though I’m glad I’m not in the middle of the scary parts! The suspense and thrills will have you biting your nails, and with all the many twists and turns, I didn’t know what was happening until the end. If you love suspenseful romance full of thrillers throughout, you will love this one!!

A special thanks to the author/publisher for a copy of this book. I am not required to write a positive review, the opinions here are mine alone. I am disclosing this with my review in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255. ( )

Targeted in the Desert by Dana Mentink is the sixth book in her Desert Justice series. Felicia Tennison finds out that she has a sister she knew nothing about. As if that wasn’t enough to deal with, they are now being threatened. She must turn to Sheriff Jude Duke for help. Who wants them dead, and why? This was a great story to end the series on. Although each book can be read as a separate story, you get to re-connect with all the past characters in each one! Felicia was a very strong woman. Although, she had insecurities and worries she still pressed on and did the right thing. Jude had to come to grips with some things from his past; but with God’s help he was able to overcome them. Felicia and Jude made a great team!

I received this book from the author for my honest review. ( )

Targeted in the Desert by Dana Mentink is a work of romantic suspense. Secrets from the past force Felicia Tennison and the sister she never knew about to go on the run. Along with her sister’s dog, the group relies on Sheriff Jude Duke, Felicia’s ex works, to keep them safe.

I love the pace of this book and the way the author develops the characters. The suspense in this book kept me interested. Dana Mentink does an excellent job of developing the backstory of these characters.

So if you enjoy works of romantic suspense, check out Targeted in the Desert by Dana Mentink. I recommend it. I received a complimentary copy of this book, but this in no way influenced my review. All opinions are my own. ( )

I loved this story of romance and suspense. I loved Felicia, Jude and Gracie. I enjoyed how strong Felicia and Gracie are in this book. I loved how Jude finally learns some truths about himself. I did not want to put this book down. I received a copy of this book from the publisher for a fair and honest opinion that I gave of my own free will. ( )

It is time for the last Duke’s story! When Sheriff Jude Duke discovers Felicia Tennison a victim in an car accident caused by a thrown rock, his boss warns him off the case. Jude and Felicia have a dating history that ended disastrously, recently.

Mentink’s characters are believable and flawed, yet still worth cheering. I enjoyed the connections to Duke family members we met in previous books. Faith is important as both Jude and Felicia grapple with uncertain situations.

What I especially loved about this romantic suspense was the precocious 6-year-old little girl, and her Great Dane protector. Both brighten the pages of the novel and make you wish you knew them, too!

Felicia has come to appreciate her scars. Instead of worrying about ruined looks, she tells Gracie, “it’s just a tiny pink line to remind me that I’m strong and I’m healed.” and, “I can still see them and touch them, but they don’t hurt anymore. It’s okay to have scars.” While Felicia understands this is also true of scars of the heart, will Jude ever comprehend this?

I did not figure out the ending. I felt as sucker-punched as Jude and Felicia, (but much happier!)Bravo!

I received a copy of the book from Celebrate Lit. I also bought a copy. No positive review was required, and all opinions are my own.

Notable Quotables:

Her new future would be full of unexpected joys and hardships, but Jude wouldn’t be privy to any of it. His choice. His lonely choice.

He was about as welcome in her life as a bad case of poison ivy.

“Genuine apologies don’t have a but in them.”

I don’t forget, and I don’t forgive. My plans were ruined, and I will exact payment for that.” ( )