Wednesday 8 November 2017

Review: The Sweetheart Mystery (Brash & Brazen #4) by Cheryl Ann Smith


Harper Jane Evans is so over pro cheerleading but she’s not quite ready for prison.  Good thing she’s got a badass ex-boyfriend ready to go to bat for her . . .

Sure, Harper made a few unsavory threats against her team’s manager—she’d had a few drinks and she despised the skimpy uniform he expected her to wear. That didn’t mean she wanted him dead.  But when the sleazy dude is found murdered in his tighty whiteys, Harper is the number one suspect—and former FBI agent Noah Slade is the one man who can help. Too bad she once told Noah she never wanted to see him again . . .

Noah may have done a number on Harper’s heart all those years ago, but he’s determined to do right by her now. Yet the fiery beauty isn’t the only demon from his past, which makes hunting down a murderer by her side . . . complicated—never mind the powerful attraction still pulsing between them.  Good thing he’s willing to do just about anything to keep from losing Harper again. And an old love just might bring her a new career—assuming she can stay out of jail . . .

Kindle Edition
Expected publication: November 14th 2017 by Lyrical Shine

Terri's Thoughts

I received an advanced copy of this book from the publisher via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review.  Thank you!

As I have followed the entire series, I was curious to see what this fourth instalment would be like since all of the Brash girls have already had their own story.  This one centered around Harper who was not a Brash girl but had ties with them in their previous careers.  As a result, those who have not read the series should be able to read this story on its own should they choose.

For those who have followed the series, this story stays pretty consistent with the themes in the previous three stories.  There are quite a few humorous moments and hijinks along with the usual mix of  mystery solving and of course romance.  You see the return of the ugly sweater and some characters who have been present in each storyline.  Lets also not forget the drama queen goat!

The enjoyable thing about this series is the fact that it does not take itself too seriously.  I was able to identify the guilty party pretty early on however I was still along for the ride to see how things would play out.  This story is pure entertainment as long as you do not try to dissect the storyline too much.

I'm not sure if there will be more stories to come but I enjoyed this story as well as the series.  I recommend picking it up if you are looking for an entertaining read to pass an afternoon.


About the Author


A fan of historical romance fiction, author Cheryl Ann Smith combines a love of history and all things English to create stories that link both passions.

She lives in Michigan with her family, two cats and a very hairy dog. She enjoys outdoor adventures and traveling, when she has the time, and hopes to make her first visit to England in the very near future.



No comments:

Post a Comment