"I have to trust God, or nothing in this life would make sense," Oliver's words reverberated in Tess's thoughts as she drove back to the station. How did you trust someone-or something, for that matter- you couldn't really be certain was there? - Chief Tess O'Rourke, Crisis Shot by Janice Cantore
Hey Readers,
Happy October!
Don't you just love Fall? With its wonderful breezes and the beautiful colors? I find that it is the perfect weather to sit outside with a cup of hot tea ( or coffee ) a blanket and of course a book! So if you need some ideas I am going to tell you about three fantastic new "Must Reads" for your Fall Tbr (To be read) pile. My first "Must Read for Fall is Crisis Shot by Janice Cantore.
I would recommend this book if you:
- Like to read "Criminal Fiction" stories.
- Like to watch investigative Criminal TV shows like CSI or Blue Bloods.
- Want to read a very realistic (fiction) book that includes the struggles a Police officer may face.
- Just want to sit and read a interesting story.
So here is the story,
Crisis Shot is the story of Tess O'Rourke who is the Commander of the East Division in Long Beach, CA. She dreams of becoming the first Female Chief in Long Beach but unfortunately she was thrown a major curve ball. One night she hears a call over the radio stating that a officer was in danger and since she was close by, immediately responded. When she arrived on the scene she saw the officer being attacked by three individuals so she ordered them to put their weapons down. Two ran but one stayed and was trying to wrestle the now unconscious officer's gun off his belt. Tess fearing for the life of both herself and the officer shot the teen, Fatally wounding him. Unfortunately there was a blogger there who took pictures and twisted the story making it look like Tess was a "Power-hungry commander" who killed a teen for no reason. Tess was put on leave while there was a investigation into the shooting. During the days after the shooting, The blogger managed to make Tess into Public Enemy #1 and the media ate the story up. People starting rioting outside the station, Trashing the outside of her apartment complex and rioting in the streets. Tess was given a choice, Look for another job or retire early. Tess was shocked and hurt that because she did her job and saved the life of the other officer, she was potentially being told to quit or be fired. She applied for several Police departments around the country because she wanted to stay in law enforcement but no one would give her a chance because of her reputation ( The shooting). Finally she receives word that she got the job as Chief of Police in Rogue's Hollow, OR.
Tess is determined to prove to the people of Rogue's Hollow that she has the ability to get the job done. But when they discover someone was shot, The people of the town quickly doubt her abilities. Tess finds an unlikely ally in Deputy Steve Logan and together they try to track down Rogue's Hollow's first murderer. But then Tess's friend Anna goes missing. The townspeople are really concerned that they picked the wrong person for the job, Can Tess show them that she is not the person the media portrayed her as?
Will Tess and Logan find Anna before the Town Counsel removes her from her position?
Crisis Shot is the story of Tess O'Rourke who is the Commander of the East Division in Long Beach, CA. She dreams of becoming the first Female Chief in Long Beach but unfortunately she was thrown a major curve ball. One night she hears a call over the radio stating that a officer was in danger and since she was close by, immediately responded. When she arrived on the scene she saw the officer being attacked by three individuals so she ordered them to put their weapons down. Two ran but one stayed and was trying to wrestle the now unconscious officer's gun off his belt. Tess fearing for the life of both herself and the officer shot the teen, Fatally wounding him. Unfortunately there was a blogger there who took pictures and twisted the story making it look like Tess was a "Power-hungry commander" who killed a teen for no reason. Tess was put on leave while there was a investigation into the shooting. During the days after the shooting, The blogger managed to make Tess into Public Enemy #1 and the media ate the story up. People starting rioting outside the station, Trashing the outside of her apartment complex and rioting in the streets. Tess was given a choice, Look for another job or retire early. Tess was shocked and hurt that because she did her job and saved the life of the other officer, she was potentially being told to quit or be fired. She applied for several Police departments around the country because she wanted to stay in law enforcement but no one would give her a chance because of her reputation ( The shooting). Finally she receives word that she got the job as Chief of Police in Rogue's Hollow, OR.
Tess is determined to prove to the people of Rogue's Hollow that she has the ability to get the job done. But when they discover someone was shot, The people of the town quickly doubt her abilities. Tess finds an unlikely ally in Deputy Steve Logan and together they try to track down Rogue's Hollow's first murderer. But then Tess's friend Anna goes missing. The townspeople are really concerned that they picked the wrong person for the job, Can Tess show them that she is not the person the media portrayed her as?
Will Tess and Logan find Anna before the Town Counsel removes her from her position?
What did I think?
So this is the first book in the Line of Duty Series and I am looking forward to reading the next book. The story has a very realistic plot and it really makes you think about those Police Officers you see on the news in situations similar to the one Tess finds her self in. I feel selfish to write this, but I don't think I have ever thought about how those officers feel or how that one decision may have changed their lives. Anyway, This book has a very interesting plot that starts at page 1 and keeps you intrigued until the very last page. I really enjoyed reading about Tess and her perseverance even though it seemed as if the world was against her. I also liked the friendship between her and Deputy Logan. There is a very small bit of romance and no graphic descriptions of crimes committed. Overall I rate this book 4 out of 5 stars. ****
Interesting fact, The author is a retired Police Officer from Long Beach CA and she uses her 22 years of experience on the force to add authenticity to her stories! If you would like to check out her other books ( like Drawing Fire or Burning Proof) you can by clicking on the link below:
Happy Reading :)
I would like to thank Tyndale House Publishers for allowing me to read and review this book in return for a free copy and I was not asked to write a favorable review, Just a honest one.
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