Title: Kidnapped
Author: Suzanne Ferrell
First published March 27, 2012
227 pages, Paperback
Rating: 4
Overview
When FBI Agent Marcus Smith is shot while protecting a witness, he knows he’s running out of time. With the Russian Mafia and the police on his tail, he has no choice but to kidnap a nurse from the hospital.
Enter Rachel Jones, a nurse who has been struggling to move on from a tragic event. She’s taken by surprise when she’s thrown into the back of her car, bound and gagged.
Forced to tend to a wounded FBI agent and his young witness, Rachel is terrified. But as they’re hunted down, she knows she has to trust Marcus if they’re going to make it out alive.
Will Rachel be able to let go of her past and listen to her heart in order to survive the danger that’s closing in?
About the Author
As a teenager, Suzanne Ferrell stumbled upon her aunt’s secret stash of romance novels and fell in love with the genre. She knew then that she would someday become a writer of her own love stories.
However, it wasn’t until after a career as a nurse that she finally began writing.
Suzanne is now a USA Today bestselling author with 20 novels under her belt. Her Edgars Family Novels and Westen series have both been Amazon best-sellers, and her work has been recognized as a finalist in the National Reader’s Choice Awards and the Romance Writers of America’s Golden Heart.
Currently, Suzanne is working on more books for both her Edgars Family and Westen series, including a pre-WWII spy-chaser spin-off. Her stories range from heartwarming small town tales to steamy romantic suspense and historical novels that will keep readers captivated well after the characters have achieved their Happy Ever After.
If you’re looking for your next great read, you can find Suzanne on her website, Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest.
Editoral Review
Kidnapped by Suzanne Ferrell is a thrilling novel that takes readers on an action-packed ride of suspense and intrigue. First published on March 27, 2012, Ferrell is an accomplished author who is known for her ability to deliver captivating narratives that keep readers on the edge of their seats.
As a romantic suspense novel, Kidnapped exhibits the elements of both a romance and thriller – it’s a fast-paced read with touching love story woven into it. Set against the backdrop of the scenic Smoky Mountains in North Carolina, Kidnapped tells the story of Adam Calhoun, a former Navy SEAL who’s now working as a private security consultant.
Adam is hired to protect a college student, Bryn Hartwell, who is the target of a dangerous kidnapper seeking revenge on her family. With Adam as her protector, Bryn finds herself falling in love with him while Adam struggles to keep her safe from the kidnapper’s clutches.
Ferrell creates a cast of dynamic and engaging characters that drive the story forward. Adam is a strong and resilient hero who possesses a kind-hearted nature.
Despite his tough exterior, he is tender and devoted to Bryn. On the other hand, Bryn is a brave and intelligent heroine who refuses to be a victim.
She’s tough, resourceful, and with Adam’s help is determined to find a solution to her dangerous situation. Ferrell provides enough depth to the characters to make them interesting and relatable.
The author’s descriptive prose imbues the setting with depth and texture that makes the Smoky Mountains feel like a character unto itself. Ferrell’s attention to detail in painting the landscape of the Smoky Mountains is one of the book’s strengths.
This setting is also relevant to the story, adding an element of danger with it’s rugged terrain and the possibility of the kidnapper exploiting it to his advantage. Kidnapped has its limitations as well.
Some of the scenes in the book are somewhat predictable, with a lack of surprises, which may not captivate some readers. The dialogue can be a little repetitive at times, which could lead to some readers feeling disillusioned with the story’s pacing.
Overall, Kidnapped is a perfect book for readers who enjoy romantic and suspenseful stories. Its fast-paced action, engaging characters, and picturesque Smoky Mountains setting make it an enjoyable read with a perfect blend of suspense and romance.
Ferrell’s writing style is engaging and easy to follow, making the book ideal for readers of all ages. If you’ve not yet read Kidnapped, we recommend that you give it a try.
Rating: 4 out of 5 stars.
