Title: The Accidental Assassin
Author: Nichole Chase
First published November 28, 2014
356 pages, Kindle Edition
Rating: 3.88
Overview
Ava Williams is living a predictable and mundane life. She’s been working the same job since college, eats at the same restaurant, and reads books only from familiar authors.
But when her best friend gets married and asks her to house-sit while she’s on her honeymoon, Ava sees this as an opportunity to break free from her monotonous routine. She decides to embrace every new experience and live life to the fullest.
However, she never anticipated that accidentally becoming an assassin would be part of her new adventures. Owen Smith is a renowned assassin with a reputation for never failing a mission.
When he’s tasked with a new job in his hometown, he expects it to be just another day at work. But when he meets Ava and realizes that she’s on his hit list, he can’t help but get involved.
As they work together to uncover the truth, they find themselves drawn to each other in ways they never thought possible. But with danger lurking around every corner, will they be able to survive long enough to explore their undeniable chemistry?
Find out in Nichole Chase’s thrilling novel, The Unintentional Assassin.
About the Author
Meet Nichole Chase, a creative writer who loves to daydream. She admits that her math teachers would agree because she often found herself lost in her own world.
For a long time, she ignored the characters and storylines that were begging for her attention and focused on more mundane jobs. However, she is now heeding the voices in her head and writing their stories as fast as she can.
Nichole lives in South Georgia with her husband, daughter, dog, tortoise, and cats. When she’s not reading books or writing, she enjoys painting, crafting, and playing with her daughter, making monster noises as they run around the house.
Nichole has written several novels and short stories, including The Royal Series (Suddenly Royal, Recklessly Royal, and Reluctantly Royal), which have been featured on the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists. Her latest book, The Accidental Assassin, will be released on November 4th.
Nichole is represented by Rebecca Friedman of the Rebecca Friedman Literary Agency.
Editoral Review
The Accidental Assassin by Nichole Chase is a thrilling novel set in the present day. The book follows the story of Emma Langley, a young woman who accidentally becomes an assassin after her mother is wrongly imprisoned.
The author, Nichole Chase, is known for her expertise in the romance genre, but in this novel, she ventures into the thriller genre. The Accidental Assassin is a fast-paced, action-packed story that keeps the reader on the edge of their seat.
The characters are well-developed, and the plot takes unexpected twists and turns, making it a thoroughly enjoyable read. The novel is set in the present day and deals with current issues such as corruption, injustice, and the power of social media.
Chase’s writing style is fluid and engaging, with descriptive prose that captures the reader’s imagination. She skillfully weaves together the various storylines and subplots, building suspense and intrigue as the story unfolds.
Her vivid descriptions of the various settings transport the reader to the different locations. One of the strengths of the book is the character development.
The protagonist, Emma Langley, is a complex character with a compelling backstory. Her journey from a young woman struggling to make ends meet to a skilled assassin is both fascinating and compelling.
The other characters in the book are also well-developed and add depth to the story. An area where the book falls short is the pacing.
While the novel is exciting throughout, there are moments where the pace drags a little. However, these moments are few and far between and do not detract from the overall quality of the book.
Overall, The Accidental Assassin is a thoroughly enjoyable read that will appeal to fans of both the thriller and romance genres. Nichole Chase’s masterful storytelling skills and well-developed characters make for a captivating read.
In light of its captivating storytelling and strong character development, The Accidental Assassin earns an A-rating from us.
