Lone Star Book Blog Tour: Crosshairs by Patricia Bradley (Review and Giveaway)

Crosshairs by Patricia Bradley is definitely a thrilling escapade deep in the heart of Natchez, Mississippi. Ainsley Beaumont is an investigative Services Branch ranger in Tennessee, who is currently investigating a murder in her hometown of Natchez. The investigation is riddled with questions and suspects, making Ainsley’s job that much harder. Adding even more excitement to the mix is the fact that Ainsley is in the crosshairs of someone solely intent on taking her down and anyone else who gets in the way. Keeping a low profile in such a small community is out of the question, so Ainsley and former FBI agent Linc Steele must navigate the scene with caution. Still not exciting enough? Well, Linc and Ainsley were sweethearts back in the day, but when Ainsley chose to pursue a singing career, Linc was less than supportive. Will that romance spark back up now that the two are older and wiser, or will past hurts and other traumatic events be too much to forgive and forget?

Patricia Bradley delivers an engaging, suspenseful, Christian-based story that is laced with family dynamics, cautious relationship building, and a mysterious murder that unearths the dark world of drug addiction/dealing, which unfortunately leads to painful and even deadly consequences. Cloaked in such seriousness, Crosshairs is a heavy-weight thriller that is lightened occasionally by a few endearing characters: Rose (Ainsley’s grandmother) and her sister, Cora. These two ladies may be elderly, but they steal the show with their spunk and independence.

With such superb characterization and a triple deadly threat running rampant throughout the overall plot, Crosshairs is the perfect choice for readers craving a bit a romance with their chilling murder mystery. Correction: mysteries. Danger lurks around every corner, and Linc is sticking closer to Ainsley than her bullet-proof vest to protect her, even if he no longer packs a gun. The reason for that little tidbit is explained (and so much more about Linc), but you have to read the story to find out. I don’t want to give away all the secrets because unraveling them is half the fun. The other half of the fun comes from the charismatic exchange between Linc and Ainsley as they sort out their past and tentatively explore their present relationship, all while dodging bullets and chasing down leads, clues, and miscreants.

While Crosshairs is book three in the Natchez Trace Park Ranger series, it won’t be confusing to read it all by itself. The location and characters may overlap, but they can each stand on their own; however, Patricia Bradley’s writing is marvelous, so why not read them all?

Grab a copy of Crosshairs and immerse yourself in Natchez, Mississippi, but be prepared to be captivated by excellent characters, a Christian backdrop, a heavy dose of second chances, a little bit of romance, and some five-star suspense.

Enter the giveaway below on or before November 19, 2021, for a chance to win some fabulous prizes.

I received a free copy of this book from Lone Star Book Blog Tours in exchange for my honest review.