Oddly enough, just before I read this book I read a true story called Robert's Ridge. It's about a failed SEAL mission in Afghanistan. The mission described in the front of this novel is taken almost directly from that action. Turns out the rest of the books in this series also all start with the Robert's Ridge situation.

Okay, I liked this book. It was pretty well written and pretty believable. I did like it better than the first one. ( )

Crossfire
4 Stars

A serial sniper is on the loose in Somersett, South Carolina and FBI agent, Caitlin Cavanaugh is called in to investigate. Proud and independent, Cait has difficulty sharing responsibility, especially when she is forced to share with former Navy SEAL, Quinn McKade, who has always known exactly which of her buttons to push. As the clues and the bodies begin piling up, Cait and Quinn will need to put aside their differences as the killer has them both in his sights...

Crossfire continues the on going story arc revolving around a number of former military men attempting to acclimate to civilian life after a disastrous mission in Afghanistan While book #1 was more of a contemporary romance with some suspense elements, this installment is a better mix of romance and suspense as Ross successfully merges the technical details of the sniper case with Cait and Quinn’s second chances relationship.

The murders are well plotted with just enough description to grip the reader by the throat without too much gratuitous violence. My one small nitpick is the lack of foundation for the ultimate motive behind the selection of victims.

Quinn and Cait’s romance builds slowly but surely with excellent integration of both their emotional bond and physical chemistry. The inclusion of their backstory only enhances the depth of their connection. Again, one minor problem is the lack of closure regarding Quinn’s role in the Afghan mission, which is left hanging. As this in a continuing storyline, more information will probably be forthcoming in the next book.

All in all, a strong, action packed sequel and I look forward to Shane’s book next. ( )

Caitlin Cavanaugh and Quinn McKane meet again unexpectedly a long time after a night of steaming sex. The two of them have to corporate to catch a sniper before he kills again. The expertise of McKane makes him an important asset to finding the murder. Catlin is not a fan of the idea at first , but she has no option but to take Quinn's input seriously. The attraction is there and slowly emotions are stirred. At the same time the sniper is directing his ammo at them as they are getting closer to close the case... ( )