Present Danger by Elizabeth Goddard {Book Review}

**I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher for consideration. All thoughts are my own.  

Former FBI Special Agent Jack Tanner is working as a detective in Montana when he comes across a body in the national forest during a search and rescue mission. He's committed to finding the killer, even if it means working alongside his old flame, US Forest Service Special Agent Terra Connors.

When Terra discovers that the murder victim had ties to a powerful and dangerous trafficker of archaeological artifacts, the investigation takes a deadly turn--one that hits too close to home. As Terra fears she lacks the courage to face what comes next, Jack is more determined than ever to protect her. But he's failed her before. And if he fails this time, it will cost them far more than just their hearts.

Join bestselling and award-winning author Elizabeth Goddard as she plunges you into a web of deceit made of hidden crimes, open threats, and long-buried family secrets in this gripping first book of an explosive new series.

Elizabeth Goddard has sold over one million books and is the USA Today bestselling and award-winning author of more than 40 romance novels and counting, including the romantic mystery The Camera Never Lies--a 2011 Carol Award winner. She is a Daphne du Maurier Award for Excellence in Mystery and Suspense finalist for her Mountain Cove series--Buried, Backfire, and Deception--and a Carol Award finalist for Submerged. When she's not writing, she loves spending time with her family, traveling to find inspiration for her next book, and serving with her husband in ministry. For more information about her books, visit her website at www.ElizabethGoddard.com.

When I pick up a book by Elizabeth Goddard, I know I am in for quite the adventure. Her newest novel Present Danger did not disappoint!

The story starts off with a bang right from the beginning as we're brought into a plane going down. The excitement only continues from there with twists and turns with every turn of the page. Murder plus trafficking of archaeological artifacts combined for a fantastic suspense read that kept me at the edge of my seat. I'm typically pretty good at figuring out some of the unexpected twists in suspense novels, but this one completely shocked me more than once... and I absolutely loved every minute of it!

A great as the suspense was, I always enjoy the romance just as much. The chemistry between Terra and Jack was fantastic. Second chance romances are always some of my favorites, so naturally I enjoyed that aspect too. 

While this is the first book in the new Rocky Mountain Courage, those of us who have read Elizabeth Goddard's previous books will appreciate seeing a few familiar characters pop up as well. This was a great way to start this series and I cannot wait to see what comes next. If you enjoy romantic suspense, this is certainly one to add to your TBR.