I read this novel as a standalone and not part of the series. It can be read as such with no problems or questions. This book tackles issues such as abduction, greed and revenge. How far will you go to get revenge for wrong that you felt was done and how far will you go to protect your loved ones. This story was interesting with lots of different characters. I loved how Jordan falls in love with Abby every time that he sees her, this is something that I'm sure every woman would love. I would love to learn more of Plato and his lady love. Shou-Shou really sounds like a great character that I would love to meet. I would recommend JD Mason and this novel.

The Woman Trapped by J.D. Mason is the Dark is the 3rd and final book in her Blink, Texas trilogy. I did enjoy the previous book, but had some mixed feelings about this one. I found The Woman Trapped in the Dark to be an intense and dark story, which despite its exciting plot, had me in knots throughout most of the book.
Abby Rhodes, our heroine, is kidnapped right from the start. The kidnappers aim is to use Abby to destroy Jordan Gatewood, our hero & her fiancee, knowing he will do whatever it takes to save Abby. The story flips between Gatewood’s enemies from the past, especially his father’s enemies; as well as the people who have kidnapped Abby, following instructions from an unknown source; since they will make a lot of money. Though for the head honcho behind this plot, it is not about money but sweet revenge.

Jordan brings someone to help him find Abby before the deadline, and at every turn they are running out of time. We get flash backs of Abby and Jordan together, and their love for each other. Most of all, we sit through Abby’s terrifying ordeal, especially one of the kidnappers, who is deranged. The other two kidnappers are determined to finish the job, get their share of the money, and free Abby. But those behind the scenes, as well as the deranged kidnapper have other plans.

Jordan was desperate to find those responsible for Abby’s kidnapping, and we truly felt his desperation. Building his empire made him a lot of enemies, which made his attempt even more difficult. I will say that Mason did an excellent job writing this book, having us on the edge all the way through. I did like Abby, and but it was hard to watch her terror and desperation to find a way to escape. The deranged kidnapper became even crazier as we raced to the climax, even though his partners in crime wanted to finish this up and free Abby.

There were a number of twists, which Plato (the man Jordan hired to help him find Abby) managed to use in hope to find Abby. As much as this was a good storyline, the dark moments between Abby, and the kidnapper, made for a tense & scary scenario, which is not what I prefer when I read a book, no matter how exciting it may be. The Woman Trapped in the Dark was a well written and intense story. If you do like a scary and dark story line, then you should read this book.

The Woman Trapped in the Dark is part of the Blink, Texas series by J.D. Mason. This is only my second book by Ms. Mason. A year ago I read Seducing Abby Rhodes and was captivated with Abby and Jordan’s story. Never did I imagine that this is where their story would go next!

Jordan Gatewood is a billionaire business mogul. He has just entered into a brand new government contract that will take his business and his wealth to new heights. But ever since Abby Rhodes came in to his life, his priorities shifted. She is now the most important thing to him. Who would have thought that at age fifty he would find the love of his life?!

Abby owns a construction business in Blink, Texas, but Jordan wants her to move in with him in the city. At the moment, she is dividing her time between the two. In the short time they have been together, though, Jordan has become her life. She can’t imagine living without him now.

She and Jordan are planning to get away so she has gone back to Blink to pick up some things. It’s a two hour drive so she is spending the night and will return to Jordan in the morning. But on that night, a night she will forever wish she could change, she is kidnapped.

Jordan is given five days. On the fifth day, he will have to fulfill the requirements given him and is told that Abby will be released safely. Jordan can’t lose her. She is his life. He employs a man who has a reputation for being able to find people. They have no leads, have no idea where to start, but he can’t think about that. They have to find her, there is no other option.

The author takes us on a wild ride. We are not only allowed into both Abby’s and Jordan’s heads, but Plato, the man he hires to help him find her, as well. We also are in the kidnapper’s heads so we know what is going on on all sides of this story.

“She was a sweet beauty who didn’t belong in their world, caught up in their deceitful webs and ugly games.”

This book was a crazy ride. It starts right off on the very first page and keeps you on the edge of your seat until the very last page. I absolutely loved the ending. I’m telling you that this book gave me high blood pressure. I was glued to my e-reader all the way through. I think I have permanent indentions from my own fingernails! The love Abby and Jordan share is so intense but for him to be so unable to help her was torture. We are given flashbacks throughout the book of their memories together. It was what kept them strong throughout the horrible days they were apart.

If you haven’t read Seducing Abby Rhodes, I highly recommend it because I loved the book. But it isn’t required to enjoy this one. It will just allow you the story of how these two came together and fell in love. I do want to warn you that in this book, there is a sexual assault. It is NOT a rape, but still, if this is a trigger for you, then keep that in mind.

In re-reading this, I’m still not sure I got the message across how crazy intense and amazing this book is! And even though it’s not required, I hope you’ll take a look at Seducing Abby Rhodes so you can watch Jordan and Abby fall in love from the start. Enjoy, and let me know if you end up enjoying this as much as I did. Happy reading!

I tried so hard to like this book. Maybe if I had read the first 2 in the trilogy I would have enjoyed it.

Thank you to Netgalley for my copy.

This story had me on edge. Jordan and Abby are in love but Jordan has associates who want to see him succeed. I loved how the author made sure you understood each character and their actions even if you didn't like what they did. Plato intrigued me the most and I would love to learn more about him. Thank you Netgalley for this intense read.

I begged an advance copy from the author and am so glad I did. Even though I read print so slowly, I couldn't possibly wait until an electronic copy was ready. I have been reading this author for a few years and it's been so enjoyable. I was not disappointed in this latest release.

The Woman Trapped in the Dark was a super good read, full of characters I have come to love (PLATO!!!! Shou, Abby, Jordan, Marlowe) and some I loved to hate (the kidnap trio, Lars, Bianca). The pacing was quick, as the book takes place over five days. And despite how slowly I read this book, I was constantly thinking and wondering how Jordan was going to pull this off.

I don't like to rehash the entire story in a review, so I won't do that here. I will simply say this is a worthy installment in the Blink, Texas series, that really begins with Beautiful, Dirty Rich and introduces us to a much different, more... aggressive and violent Jordan Gatewood. I've been waiting for the return to this Jordan, and I feel like his love for Abby forced him to be the 'whatever it takes' kind of man we're used to seeing, but love and want of a family has also softened him and made him less volatile.

I'm not sure if this series has more books, but I hope we hear more from Plato. I feel like there are endless stories there.

Abby Rhodes and Jordan Gatewood have fought a long battle to be together. People disparaged their relationship. Enemies tried to tear them apart. Now, Abby is looking to settle in to a life of married bliss. But sometimes the greatest threat stems from the person you trust the most…

Now Abby is being hunted. Taken prisoner. Held captive. And Jordan’s dark and murky past holds the key to her escape…- Amazon

If you haven't read the first two books in this series, you might not want to read this review. There aren't really any spoilers per say but this is the third book, that ties a bit into the first two, so you might want to do two things, read the books now and check out my review for the first on here :)

Anyway to the book. I was surprised that the author decided to give us another Abby and Jordan book. Yes, there are new characters that are focused on but to make the main center Abby and Jordan, wasn't a route I saw coming. But the book is completely different from the first two reads and very dark. Its not even the kidnapping aspect of it that makes it dark, it's the hatred some of these people have towards Jordan and the life he was able to build. What makes that hatred even deeper, is because it is based of race and how White people feel that Black people don't belong in certain places.

As a Black woman or generally a Black person, you know that there are certain fields that although Black and minorities work in, they don't own. The oil business, which Jordan owns a slice in, is one of them. So the hate, the revenge the grudge was real to me. This gives the book a way darker feel than the first two, which dealt more with romance and some paranormal activity.

I wouldn't say revenge drives this book but it's the hatred. This old white dude refuses to let go of the fact that Jordan won despite all the mess they threw at him and instills that hatred into his kids, who then, maybe, slightly, reluctantly go through this plan for their father to finally go at peace. But his kids and the new characters, Mason introduces are on some other level of mess. You actually, for some, do not wish the worst for them but wish to help them.

The development of characters and the lack of predictability (to a certain extent) within this book is strong. You not only have an understand of the characters but you walk away knowing that the next book is going or has to bring everyone and everything in Blink together. Yes, this is listed as a trilogy but there is no way in the world, Mason is going to stop at three books.

The ending was a good send off. But my issues with the book was the fact that it was slow. Because the introducing of different characters and their roles within the takedown of Jordan, things moved slow despite the motives behind everyone. That was my biggest thing about the book.

Overall, I thought it was good but not as strong as the first or even second read.

3 Pickles

Such a good suspense novel! I have read the other books in this trilogy, and this one was, by far, my favorite. It did keep me up at night (but I am a total lightweight when it comes to suspense/scary), but it was worth it in the end. And, it is a super fast read.

I received this book free from NetGalley in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion.