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janalynn's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
thecesspit's review against another edition
2.0
Suspense romance is clearly not a genre I should read any more. Poorly plotted detective story with a pair of leads straight out of Mills and Boon. The gruff yet caring detective and the anxious but brilliant DNA forensics expert. And that's about it for character... Which appears to in tell don't show mode.
Ah well. I'll be more choosy on the books I pick up that have been left around the house.
Ah well. I'll be more choosy on the books I pick up that have been left around the house.
laurenjodi's review against another edition
4.0
Unforgivable
4 Stars
Series note: Mia Voss and Ric Santos are first introduced in book #2, which should be read first to get a full picture of their relationship.
A DNA expert at the Delphi Center, a privately funded forensics lab, Mia Voss is no stranger to violent crime. But her latest case hits close to home when she is threatened and extorted into destroying evidence. Despite his attraction to Mia, detective Ric Santos isn't interested in a lasting relationship. Nevertheless, he cannot stand by while she is threatened and will put aside his reservations to protect her.
While the investigation is intense and the forensic elements are well-incorporated, the romance falls short.
Unlike the bold and assertive heroines of the first two books, Mia is more studious and quiet. She allows her emotions to override her common sense, which leads to several TSTL moments. Nevertheless, she is a sweet and caring person determined to seek justice for the victims.
Ric's commitment phobia is also problematic. His behavior toward Mia in the previous installment, i.e., does not reflect well on him, and his attitude in this book also leaves much to be desired. In fact, his sudden about-face toward the end isn't all that believable.
Thankfully, the serial rapist-killer case more than compensates for the lackluster romance. It is good to finally have the focus shift to the Delphi Center, which has been more on the periphery so far. Moreover, following along with Ric and Mia as they uncover clues and trace the killer is very satisfying.
Mia's friend, Sophie Barrett, and Ric's partner, Jonah Macon, are the focus of the next story, and their interactions are very appealing. Looking forward to their book.
4 Stars
Series note: Mia Voss and Ric Santos are first introduced in book #2, which should be read first to get a full picture of their relationship.
A DNA expert at the Delphi Center, a privately funded forensics lab, Mia Voss is no stranger to violent crime. But her latest case hits close to home when she is threatened and extorted into destroying evidence. Despite his attraction to Mia, detective Ric Santos isn't interested in a lasting relationship. Nevertheless, he cannot stand by while she is threatened and will put aside his reservations to protect her.
While the investigation is intense and the forensic elements are well-incorporated, the romance falls short.
Unlike the bold and assertive heroines of the first two books, Mia is more studious and quiet. She allows her emotions to override her common sense, which leads to several TSTL moments. Nevertheless, she is a sweet and caring person determined to seek justice for the victims.
Ric's commitment phobia is also problematic. His behavior toward Mia in the previous installment, i.e.,
Spoiler
he turned on the charm to gain her helpThankfully, the serial rapist-killer case more than compensates for the lackluster romance. It is good to finally have the focus shift to the Delphi Center, which has been more on the periphery so far. Moreover, following along with Ric and Mia as they uncover clues and trace the killer is very satisfying.
Mia's friend, Sophie Barrett, and Ric's partner, Jonah Macon, are the focus of the next story, and their interactions are very appealing. Looking forward to their book.
michellesantiago's review against another edition
4.0
Mia Voss was carjacked one night and was nearly killed and Detective Ric Santos was the one assigned to her case. Ric and Mia, being a DNA expert, had worked on cases in the past and even had a thing at one time that went beyond a professional relationship. However, Ric didn't want a relationship while Mia did and he backed away. However, when it became apparent that a madman connected to an old case of Mia's and was targeting her, Ric knew the only way to keep her safe was to keep Mia close and to catch the killer. Being forced to work together again, that undeniable spark between Ric and Mia was back and stronger than ever. But will they be able to catch the killer in time before he takes Mia down?
Unforgivable was my first book by Ms. Griffin and it certainly won't be my last. This book is the third in the author's Tracers series but it's very much a standalone. This book reminded me of all the Tami Hoag suspense novels I read one right after the other like candy in college. I thought Unforgivable a perfect blend of suspense, mystery, police procedural action and romance. As for the two main characters, I thought they were both fantastic. Mia was your typical strong, slightly stubborn heroine but she was likable. Ric was her opposite in that he was reserved and distant but there was great tension between the two and I rooted for their happy ending. I really liked the way the author told the story--it was well-written, well-paced and exciting. It had great main characters, an interesting setting, a relationship drama with terrific tension and a gripping mystery that will keep you turning the pages into the night. I think I may have found a new go-to romantic suspense author. I really enjoyed Unforgivable and if you're looking for your next romantic suspense read you cannot go wrong with this book.
4.5 out of 5 stars
Unforgivable was my first book by Ms. Griffin and it certainly won't be my last. This book is the third in the author's Tracers series but it's very much a standalone. This book reminded me of all the Tami Hoag suspense novels I read one right after the other like candy in college. I thought Unforgivable a perfect blend of suspense, mystery, police procedural action and romance. As for the two main characters, I thought they were both fantastic. Mia was your typical strong, slightly stubborn heroine but she was likable. Ric was her opposite in that he was reserved and distant but there was great tension between the two and I rooted for their happy ending. I really liked the way the author told the story--it was well-written, well-paced and exciting. It had great main characters, an interesting setting, a relationship drama with terrific tension and a gripping mystery that will keep you turning the pages into the night. I think I may have found a new go-to romantic suspense author. I really enjoyed Unforgivable and if you're looking for your next romantic suspense read you cannot go wrong with this book.
4.5 out of 5 stars
hannah109's review
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
kylieeason's review against another edition
5.0
AVA!!
Oh my god. This book was incredible. My heart was constantly pounding.
This is my favorite so far, because you get a look into who the killer is, or the man behind the killing, but you don't figure out all the key players! I was certain it was one certain cop, he just rubbed me wrong but I was incorrect and that's fucking epic! I swear I love being wrong, and Laura Griffin knows how to make that happen.
My heart is STILL racing from all the drama and suspense. My mind is whirling and I just cannot get enough! I'm so excited to keep digging into this series. (All can be read as standalones easily. I read the 9th book first as I received an ARC- and it made total sense! P.s it's available for purchase now! It's called Shadow Fall, and Liam Wolfe is sexy, just throwing that in there!)
Oh my god. This book was incredible. My heart was constantly pounding.
This is my favorite so far, because you get a look into who the killer is, or the man behind the killing, but you don't figure out all the key players! I was certain it was one certain cop, he just rubbed me wrong but I was incorrect and that's fucking epic! I swear I love being wrong, and Laura Griffin knows how to make that happen.
My heart is STILL racing from all the drama and suspense. My mind is whirling and I just cannot get enough! I'm so excited to keep digging into this series. (All can be read as standalones easily. I read the 9th book first as I received an ARC- and it made total sense! P.s it's available for purchase now! It's called Shadow Fall, and Liam Wolfe is sexy, just throwing that in there!)
lorem1992's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
fast-paced
4.0
tasha_fullybooked's review against another edition
2.0
What started out as another random carjacking, turned out to be something much more for Mia Voss. Something much more. Mia just thought it was a band ending to an already horrible day. And then none other than Detective Ric Santos, a man she had been seeing who just stopped calling her and coming around, shows up to work the case.
It moved at a fast pace, which is something I like in suspense novels. Although this book is classified as a romance, I felt it was more suspense than romance. The romance between the two lead characters seemed more secondary, like an afterthought.
The drawback for me was Mia. She is a very likable character, but her choices and and behavior at times was a little questionable. Ric too had his moments. The few brief interactions with his daughter were among my favorite of him. I always enjoy seeing fathers interact with their children. By the end of the book, I did feel that Ric had grown as a person and was more open not only with Mia but with his daughter Ava.
I did however enjoy the secondary characters, Jonah and Sophie. I hope to see them maybe get something going and get their own book.
It moved at a fast pace, which is something I like in suspense novels. Although this book is classified as a romance, I felt it was more suspense than romance. The romance between the two lead characters seemed more secondary, like an afterthought.
The drawback for me was Mia. She is a very likable character, but her choices and and behavior at times was a little questionable. Ric too had his moments. The few brief interactions with his daughter were among my favorite of him. I always enjoy seeing fathers interact with their children. By the end of the book, I did feel that Ric had grown as a person and was more open not only with Mia but with his daughter Ava.
I did however enjoy the secondary characters, Jonah and Sophie. I hope to see them maybe get something going and get their own book.
marryallthepeople's review
1.0
Oh I found this boring and I had to skim pages in order to finish it. :(
ancientdebra's review against another edition
4.0
Another great suspenseful read from Griffin's Tracers series - this one stars DNA expert Mia and homicide detective Nic. We've met both before and it is nice to see them again! Mia is carjacked at the beginning of the story, but even this crime is not what it seems. Nic is the lead investigator and finds this case is more personal than usual. When Mia is forced to do the unthinkable, the stakes get even higher and she is in more danger than ever...
The conflicts facing each character were believable and the tension kept me reading way too late into the night. If you love romantic suspense with a detailed "police procedural" mystery, check out Laura Griffin's novels!
The conflicts facing each character were believable and the tension kept me reading way too late into the night. If you love romantic suspense with a detailed "police procedural" mystery, check out Laura Griffin's novels!